Happy Earth Day 2026!…read more If you're a data driven person like me, you know or will look up the tons of clothing that are polluting the planet. Solution? Resell or donate the things you no longer find useful, no longer want, and/or no longer bring you joy. The beauty of being a stylish woman? Someone out there wants the things I don't. They really REALLY do. Create space in your wardrobe and jewelry box, get some cash in your bank account, it's all good. Reaching out to The RealReal to start your consignment has never been easier. Once you contact a representative, they can send someone to you home, send a truck to do a front door pickup, or email you a label to ship the items you want to sell. So convenient! Once they receive the items, you will receive notification. They will have their experts review the items authenticity, photograph them, and list them. You will get a link to watch your items as they launch and sell. The cash lands in the account of your choice. Your beautiful things are now someone elses beautiful things with renewed positive energy. It's all so very wonderful and you saved those things from clogging the landfills and littering the planet. It's a win win, my favorite!

I purchased what I believed were authentic Christian Louboutins from The RealReal, but the heel…read moreheight felt off too high. Since I had missed the return window, I listed them on Facebook Marketplace--only for the listing to be immediately flagged as fake. That raised a red flag, so I took the shoes to a well-respected designer consignment store in San Francisco. Their authentication expert pointed out three separate signs that the shoes were not genuine. So, not real real after all. When I took the shoes to The RealReal in Larkspur, I was directed to a text-based chat with a "specialist" who told me that because the return window had passed, there was nothing they could do. I'm now out over $400 for two pairs ( one with a broken heel that they said I should have come in right away about). Extremely disappointed. A company that claims to care about luxury and sustainability should at the very least stand behind the authenticity of what it sells. This experience makes me seriously question their values.

The perfect place to either: 1 - donate nice women's clothing (as like-new as possible) to be…read morescored buy women who need something nicer than they are in a position to buy and might need for a job interview, etc., Or: 2 - if you need some clothing to look the way you'd like to be seen for that special opportunity, be sure to stop by and check out Bloom. It won't be a waste of your time. Drop off what is nice but not needed so that someone who really needs it can have it! Note the specific open hours and donations accepted times on their website. Tip re. Dropping off items: Donations are received at the rear of the building, down the immediately adjacent driveway. Back down it if you can. It's difficult to turn a car around at the bottom!

As you may know if you follow my reviews on Thrift stores, I am a reseller, so please remember that…read moreall my reviews of thrift stores are given from that perspective, which may differ from the ordinary shoppers perspective. Marin is the Mecca if you are either an ordinary shopper or a reseller in the high-end resale market this is a fabulous cause as well. They dress people who are looking for a new start and help them get professional clothes to go to interviews and such. The donations for the store come from very nice and wealthy donors in San Francisco and other areas of Marin County. The prices here are amazing. I mostly shop for myself but occasionally find something well enough price that I could resell it. They have a five dollar rack where they put everything that hasn't sold in two months. I found some amazing things on that rack today. I also bought myself some lovely things spent more than five dollars of course but not anywhere near the actual value of these designer pieces if you are anywhere near this place, you must stop by and support this wonderful cause.

We went to the SPARE store looking for a patch in hopes of repairing a tear/hole on the back of a…read moredown jacket. Luckily, we found a patch for it. Mena, the owner, took time to check out the jacket and described in detail how the repair could be done. It sounded pretty complicated. Mena reassured us that it could be done. After further discussion, Mena said it would probably be easier if she did it herself instead of explaining how to do it. Without us asking, she volunteered to do the repair for us! It came out perfectly!! Mena was amazing!! What a gem!! There are fabric, sewing, art and school supplies, etc., at the store. She also accepts donations as well. If you're looking for art, crafts, and sewing supplies, go check out the store! You'll be surprised of what you might find!!!

This store has very well priced items for making arts and crafts. Everything is in good condition…read more Helpful staff, too! I found things that I didn't know I'd want!

Anne Wade waited on me personally, first on the sidewalk, then took me inside to a dressing room…read morewith 2 items to try on. I was the only one inside. I made a purchase, an item I've been searching for on line and in person for years. Better yet, it was on sale for 1/3 the original price. If you are looking for lovely fashions and personal care, you won't find a better place.

What a wonderful store. The owner Anne is a wonderful lady and a great help. If you haven't been in…read morethere please go. Some beautiful things in there.

Has a variety of clothing , accessories, and boots. Her…read moreboots are my favorite! They are very cute comfortable, and I have a wider foot and big calves! so the boots were perfect. The pricing is also very good and she's has quality brands. I had a last minute emergent outfit need , I texted her and she was able to bring options for me to my house, her customer service is 10/10.

If you like name-brand outdoor clothing but not name-brand outdoor clothing prices, Marin Outdoor…read moreTrading Company should be on your radar. With a mix of consignment clothing and manufacturer samples, MOTC is a small, local shop with an enticing mix of offerings. Even though the consignment clothing would never count as cheap, every piece appears to be in great shape with no evidence of wear. The sample pieces, still sporting manufacturer tags, also sport a huge discount off their recommended sales price. I picked up a pre-worn, stylish fleece from The North Face for $30 and felt that price was reasonable and returned home to tell my son he should check the place out for the sort of outdoor men's pants he likes. The array of offerings is not dissimilar from what one finds at REI, but on a much smaller scale. There's other outdoor stuff here too - including a proprietor with whom one can engage in for everything fishing related. Despite its size, the store features clothes for all ages and genders as well as outdoor equipment. Whether you've outgrown something or just want something new or gently worn, if you're seeking outdoor clothing and like those name brands, MOTC should be on your radar.

The owner is a very sweet and easy going guy and the prices are incredibly reasonable. It was a…read morequieter environment to shop in and I greatly prefer that to the overwhelm and sensory overload of big box stores. No blaring loud music or bright lights! And if you like being outside that's probably your preference, too. :) Highly recommend visiting this shop.

Kara is not only a sweetheart she's cute as a button! I remember this store years ago on College…read moreAve in Rockridge. I should have been shopping there or kept shopping there after they moved, now I will. This store is chic, fashion forward and worth that drive!

I was in town for less than 6 hours for my daughter's sport event and popped into this store. From…read morethe moment I walked in until I left they were friendly, attentive, complimentary, and even suggested quick dining options without being prompted! Lovely store and super fabulous customer service. Beyond impressed.

I bought a leather purse that is a crossbody style. Unfortunately, the holes that allow for…read moreadjusting the height were not enough options, and when I wore it crossbody style, it fell to my ankles (since I'm short). This store opens at 9am, and I was able to walk in and ask if they could add a hole where I needed one, so I could adjust the strap and wear it as I wanted. In less than 2 minutes, I walked out of the store with a purse that I was able to wear in the style I wanted. Super easy! I will be back for size adjustments of a couple leather belts I love but are too long for me now.

They always take care of whatever adjustments I need to my shoes--usually stretching! They have…read moremany accessories to help make shoes more comfortable (like if you have hammertoes like me), shoe polish, and inserts. They also have quite a few shoes for sale. They are very busy, do expect it to take a few days when you want a repair. Very pleasant workers and the cobbler is very good at his craft.