We are thrilled to announce a welcoming transition in leadership at The Cedar Chest III, effective January 1, 2025, as founding owner Nancy Briggs begins her well-earned retirement!  

Nicolaas, a familiar face to our valued customers, has taken the reins as the new owner. Having been part of our family since 2018, Nick's journey with us has been marked by his dedication and hard work in managing our furniture and art departments. His invaluable contributions during the challenging times of the 2020 pandemic shutdown and subsequent reopening have solidified his role as a trusted leader. As a native of Connecticut, Nicolaas is deeply rooted in our community. He cherishes spending quality time with his wife and their growing family of three (soon to be four) children. In addition to his commitment to The Cedar Chest, he enjoys working on his vehicles, writing, and creating, bringing a unique blend of creativity and passion into our store.

Nicolaas started his career in the fast food industry, very quickly learning customer service and customer relations was key to a successful business. He went on to work in other food industry positions, until entering the world of retail. Other work experiences include participation and teaching in community theatre, enjoying both acting and directing aspects of the productions. This allowed him to interact with people, to invest in their search for curiosities and endeavors It also gave him the ability to get to know people and invest his time and effort into their lives and their experiences.

With Nicolaas at the helm, we are filled with enthusiasm for the future! We invite you to explore our unique offerings of clothing, home decor, and furniture, and to engage with us during this exciting chapter in our journey.

As I prepare for my retirement at the end of this year, it brings me immense joy to share that The Cedar Chest will continue to thrive under new ownership starting January 2025. Since opening the first Cedar Chest store in Clinton, CT, back in 1980. From our humble beginnings as a small ladies consignment boutique, we have expanded to three more locations, becoming a beloved destination recognized by Connecticut Magazine, Ink, The Advocate, and many more as one of the finest consignment shops in the state.​

I want to take a moment to express my heartfelt gratitude for your loyal support throughout the years; it has truly meant the world to me. I am incredibly proud of our dedicated staff, who have worked tirelessly to ensure your consignment shopping experience is nothing short of fantastic.

So, what does this transition mean for you? The Cedar Chest III in Old Saybrook will remain open and continue to offer the same wonderful bargains and quality you have come to expect. Rest assured, consignments will carry on as usual without any disruption during this changeover. If you have any questions, please do not hesitate to reach out to us. We are excited about the future and look forward to continuing this journey with you!

VALENTINES DAY IS RIGHT AROUND THE CORNER!!!

We're looking forward to this season just as much as you are! With stores and restaurants opening back up, and the chance for a night out for chocolate fondue and a glass of wine, we thought you'd like a nice outfit to go with the occasion!

We're updating our displays and mannequins to celebrate the coming spring! We have also officially starting taking spring wear! So come on in and shop our fresh selection!

 We look forward to seeing all your smiling faces!!!