Consign with us
Consigning keeps quality clothing in circulation. We sell your items for you, and your earnings can be reused to discover fresh, new-to-you pieces - supporting sustainable fashion and saving money.
New Beginnings Consignment Shop intake guidelines:
We look for current, stylish, gently worn women’s clothing, shoes, handbags, and accessories.
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Items must be:
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In excellent, near-new condition
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Freshly cleaned and wrinkle-free
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Free of stains, holes, pilling, stretching, odours, and pet hair
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Clearly labelled with size and brand
We prioritize:
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Modern, seasonal styles
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Timeless pieces with resale value
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Inclusive sizes
Brands we love
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Here are just some of the brands our shoppers are always excited to find:
Addition Elle/Penningtons, Aritzia, Anne Klein, Banana Republic, BCBG, Bryn Walker, Catapult, Coach, Columbia, Cole Haan, DKNY, Derek Alexander, Eddie Bauer, Eileen Fisher, Ecco, Frank Lyman, Fossil, Free People, Guess, Jack, Jane, Jones NY, Joseph Ribkoff, Joseph Seibel, Kate Spade, Kenneth Cole, Lacoste, Lands’ End, Lepore, Lululemon, London Fog, Louenhide, Lucky Brand, Mackage, Made in Italy, Marc Jacobs, Mephisto, Michael Kors, Northern Reflections, Pajar, Papillon, Patagonia, Reiker, Ralph Lauren, Roots, Silver, Spanner, Steve Madden, Stuart Weitzman, Studio 189, Tahari, Talbots, The North Face, The Sak, Tilley, Toms, Torrid, Tory Burch, Timberland, Vero Moda, Vera Bradley, Vera Wang, Vionic, Zara… and many more.
Tips for a successful consignment experience at New Beginnings Consignment Shop:
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Bring your best pieces; clean, current, and in great shape.
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Label your bin clearly with your first and last name.
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Max of 15 items per drop-off (reach out if you have any more - contact us).
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Drop off during store hours, no appointment needed
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You bring your items (max 15)
We are looking for your best spring items - max 10-15 items (no bulk drop-offs) ​​that must be:
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Items from the last three years, including the following:
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Coats: denim jackets, windbreakers, raincoats, puffer jackets, vests
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Footwear: waterproof boots, hiking boots, casual shoes
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Clothing: cotton or linen items (spring colours!), sundresses, very recent mother-of-the-bride/groom dresses, hats, blouses, collared shirts, leisure active wear (think: lululemon, champion, under armour, roots), shorts, capris, culottes
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Other items: brand new bathing suits with tags, pyjamas, spring purses, crossbody bags, pouches, wallets, high-end boutique branded items
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Delivered in boxes or plastic bins (no garbage bags)
- Labelled with your first name and last name
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​Dropped off during store hours
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Checked for quality (check your items for holes, wrinkles, stains, smells, wear and tear)
We'll email you letting you know what was accepted. Any unaccepted items must be picked up within 14 business days, or you can choose to have us donate them.
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Items we will not be taking: high heels, belts, scrubs, prom wear, bridesmaid dresses, no items without tags, fast fashion brands (including Shein) made from low-quality synthetic fibres.
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We curate and price
We review each piece to ensure it meets our standards, then price items based on:
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Brand
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Condition
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Style
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Market demand
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Age​
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Your items go on the sale floor – ready to be purchased
​Once accepted and priced, your items are beautifully displayed in-store. Our team handles all the selling for you!
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You earn
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40% of the sale price for items under $100
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50% of the sale price for items $100 and over
Your earnings are tracked in your Consignor Portal (login details provided after your first drop-off). A small $0.50 processing fee per item sold supports our software and portal access.
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Use your earnings by:
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Shopping in-store using store credit
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Requesting an e-transfer (includes a $1.50 fee)
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Unsold items
​Items are on the floor for 60 days.
You have 1 week after the expiry date to pick up any unsold items. After that, they become the property of the store and may be:
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Donated to local charities
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Resold under the shop’s account to support community initiatives