Consign With Us

2011 Consignment Agreement (PDF)

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Consigning with The Cedar Chest is easy - and a great way to be eco-friendly! If you have never consigned before, you may want to read our FAQs to better understand our criteria and guidelines. This will ensure a smooth and efficient experience when you bring your items to The Cedar Chest. If you have additional questions, feel free to call us.

The 5 most important things you need to know about consigning with The Cedar Chest are:  

• Women's wear only - seasonally appropriate
• Designer labels, name brands only
• In style (no more than 2 years old, generally)
• In tip-top, ready to sell condition
• Clothing must be on hangers     

That said, let’s get started . . . .

Q: What days do you accept consignments?
A: Mondays. No appointment necessary. To avoid waiting, we also offer consignments “by appointment”.

Q: What does “seasonally appropriate” mean?
A: Spring items are taken beginning Feb. 1st, Summer - May 1, Fall - Aug. 1st and Winter and holiday items - November 1st.

Q: How many items can I bring at a time?
A: We do not limit you, however, on busy days we may only be able to take 5 – 10 items per consignor. To avoid disappointment, you may find it easier to make an appointment.

Q: What do you consider to be name brand items?
A: While not limited to the following designer labels, name brands include: Talbots™ Sigrid Olsen™ Ralph Lauren™ Coldwater Creek™ Eileen Fisher™ Ellen Tracy™ Liz Claiborne™ Armani™ Gucci™ Banana Republic™ Ann Taylor™. If in doubt regarding your items, just give us a call.

Q: How does the pricing work? What do I get?
A: The Cedar Chest will price your items, generally about 1/3 of the retail price. It will help if you know approximately how much you paid for the item and we may ask your advice regarding specialty items. Most items are reduced after the 3rd week in stock and will continue to be reduced until sold or eventually donated/disposed of. Occasionally, we run promotions on certain items. You will receive 40% of the final sales price.

Q: What happens to any unsold items?
A: At the end of the consignment period, unsold items become the property of The Cedar Chest. It is your responsibility as a consignor to remember your consignment expiration date and call us BEFORE that date to see what may not have sold. Should you want your items returned, you MUST pre-arrange to pick them up PRIOR to the end of your contract. You will need to locate your items YOURSELF, as we are unfortunately unable to provide this service.