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Ever wonder how we decide what goes on the price tag? Pricing consignment items is part experience, part research and part knowing our customers. When you bring in a bin, we review and price each item individually. We take the title sheet with the bin so we know who the items belong to, then we determine the appropriate price for each piece. We use several things to help us make that decision: Our internal pricing guide, based on our actual sales data Brand and original retai

One of the most common questions we hear is, “Why didn’t you take everything I brought?” The answer is simple: consignment is not the same as cleaning out a closet or taking items to a garage sale. We have to be selective about what goes onto our racks so we can provide the elevated, boutique-style shopping experience our customers expect. Here are some of the most common reasons we may pass on an item: It isn't clean.Clothing needs to be freshly washed and ready to go on the

When you shop at a local store, you're doing more than making a purchase. You're supporting people, businesses and the community around you. At The Velvet Studio, a significant portion of every consignment sale goes back to our local consignors. When you purchase a consigned item, you're helping someone in our community turn something they no longer need into money they can use. We're Consignment, Not a Thrift Store The Velvet Studio is a curated consignment boutique. We offe

There’s something special about shopping at a consignment store. You never quite know what you’re going to find. Unlike a traditional retail store where everything is organized exactly the same way every day, consignment shopping is a treasure hunt. And sometimes, the best finds are the ones you weren't even looking for. At The Velvet Studio, we think it pays to stay awhile and look. The Velvet Studio Is a Treasure Hunt The Velvet Studio is a large space, and our inventory is

If you've never shopped at a consignment boutique before, you're in for a pleasant surprise. Consignment shopping combines the excitement of discovering unique, high-quality clothing with the satisfaction of shopping sustainably and supporting your local community. At The Velvet Studio, our goal is to provide a carefully curated shopping experience where every item has been thoughtfully selected for quality, style, and condition. Consignment vs. Thrift Stores: What's the Diff