Something about January always makes me want to purge myself of all the old stuff (let’s be honest, Christmas actually has a lot to do with that).  But before you donate or giveaway all your old maternity clothes, consider consigning them at Hip to be Round.

Hip to be Round is accepting gently used tops, bottoms, dresses, and diaper bags for consignment.

Here’s how the process works:

1. Sort through all your stuff:

Hip to be Round accepts tops, bottoms, dresses and diaper bags purchased from their store , Gap, Pea in the Pod, Loft, and any brands carried in their store (Japanese Weekend, Ripe, Lilac, Maternal America, Olian, etc.).

2. Call for an appointment:

Appointments generally take place between 10:30am and 5pm Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Thursdays and 12:30pm and 4pm on Sundays and Mondays.  Call 804-340-1700 for your appointment time.

3. Have all your clothes freshly laundered:

Your clothes don’t have to be pressed, but Hip to be Round does ask that all clothing is laundered within 7 days of your appointment date, even if you’ve washed them before.   (Freshly laundered clothing sells faster than their attic-y friends.)

4. Go about your life, with nothing else to do, ever.

After your drop your clothing off at your appointment,  your work is done!
That’s right, no calls for pick up, no need to check in.  Hip to be Round knows you’re busy, that’s why they will send out checks to your home quarterly and in batches after the items have been sold, so there is no need to come by to pick it up.  At the end of the season, all left over clothing will be donated to women-centered causes, so there’s no need to run by just to pick up an old tank top.

So get that bin out of your attic (or garage, or  still taking up space in the back of your closet) and make a few extra bucks!

3124 W. Cary Street
804- 340- 1700

Hip to be Round is a sponsor of Richmondmom.com

Designer Consign and Wine Event!

Looking ahead to spring? Would you like to refine, refresh, and restore?

Well you’re in luck! ReVive will soon be hosting a private show of slightly or never-worn fashions. Not sure about this? Then read on.

ReVive hosts seasonal boutique consignment events, and offers personalized wardrobe and shopping consultations. They have incredible designer clothes and accessories at bargain prices. And best of all, you can enjoy wine and consign at the same time – ReVive, The Wine Loft, and Spirited Art are joining together for this awesome shopping experience!

Shows are semi annual for the Fall/Winter and Spring/Summer seasons. They are upscale shows of slightly- or never-worn fashions.  They partner with primarily women-owned, LOCAL boutiques and businesses to offer new fashions and accessories in addition to consignments.

In addition to their shows, they:

1. make individual appointments to review and refine their clients’ wardrobe options
2. assist in developing a shopping list for refreshing their look by identifying wardrobe basics and great trends that will make their wardrobe special and uniquely their own
3. assist with on site shopping consultations to ensure clients make the most worthwhile purchases for their specific needs and style.

Ladies’ Night Out

Consigning

Date: September 17th, 2011 from 8am-12pm. 

Location: Manchester Middle School

Packed to the gills with gently used kids items, clothes, toys, shoes and maternity wear.

• We will be open an extra day!
• You can fundraise for your school!
• We’ll have more items on Friday: Kids Layne Restocked!
• We’ve invested in operations for smooth checkout!
• All Consignors & Volunteers have a chance to win a week at the beach