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shopping

“Chic on the Cheap”

Consignment Shopping

I love
Story by
Sherry Dorn
being shopping savvy! It only requires me to seek out three great fashion con-
signment stores in Lake Oswego. They are Consigning Women, Clothes Closet
Photography by
Vern Uyetake
and a welcome new addition, New to You Simply
Posh. These stores are a treasure trove of luxury designer fashions and very wearable
clothing. So much to touch, want and wear, they are for the smart shopper and anyone
who covets that designer bag or dress and chooses not to pay retail.
I was amazed at the inventory of pieces with high-end brands such as Chanel, Burb- erry, Louis Vuitton and Prada and everyday fashions from J. Crew, Ann Taylor, Kate
Spade and Chico’s.
Many savvy consumers brag about their consignment shopping,
while others quietly stand by and look envious. I say jump in and
enjoy all the fabulous fashion choices for shoppers.
Just think, if you shop consignment you can keep your
Sherry Dorn is a Lake
wardrobe fresh and rotating at a fraction of the cost. I go by Oswego resident, fashion expert, television personality
the rule “one in-one out.”
and author of the book “The
Consignment selling is also the perfect way Sassy Shopper.” To contact
to make money off clothing in your closet
sherry as a spokesperson/ fashion coordinator/
that isn’t doing you any good. When you commentator/choreographer,
sell your clothes, nothing goes to waste,
please email her at sherry@ sassyshopper.net or call
especially your money. Bottom line, 503-638-0161. Her website
it’s fun and proitable to sell your
is www.sassyshopper.net A shopping expert for clientele
gently used clothes and buy new & such as Nordstrom, Macy’s,
pre-owned clothes!
Gap and J. Crew, Dorn
In searching, I found tons of new said she enjoys shopping
in Lake Oswego, where
items with original retail tags at-
the variety and choices
tached and some at 60% off.
of boutiques are endless. Sherry is now available as a
I was easily enticed to buy and
personal wardrobe stylist. To
walked away with a “smokin deal” on designer contact her email: sherry@
clothing, along with cash in my pocket and a smile on
sassyshopper.net
my face.
It was a win-win situation! It’s all in a day’s work of consignment shopping.

New To You Simply Posh
101 A Avenue
Everyone feels like a celebrity at the Oscars in this beautiful ensemble.
It can be worn easily from daytime to evening. This look works!
Duster Coat: Bold colored, eye-catching swirl print coat that will
garner many compliments, whether you’re strutting the runway or shop-
ping. 3 Sisters $118
Dress: LBD (little black dress) chemise, with striking embroidered
trim and small pleats along the hem and large embroidered circles at
hemline. Gentle Fawn $46.99
Jewelry: Long chain and black beaded necklace with touches of coral.
The perfect inishing touch. $17.99
Chanel booties: These leather booties shout, “You need me ASAP.”
On a scale of 10.they are a 10! They are lirty and feminine and it
snugly to latter the ankle. The patent leather
trim and Chanel signature on the back, add
polish. $399

TIP: Shop re-sale! It’s Continued on Page 7 >>
good for you, it’s good
for our environment,
and it makes our world
a better place!

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LAKE OSWEGO REVIEW
MARCH 2014