New To You

Excellent service. Has been a place my famil and I always have went too! Never disappointed

What a wonderful place to shop for resale clothes! Most of the clothing looks like new. And I always find items that have never been worn. They still have the original tags on them! And the people who work there are more than helpful. They are probably some of the nicest sales staff I have met. Today I bought 2 sweaters, 2 jeans, 2 pairs of shoes, and a blouse. All for under $ 70! Try doing that at the mall. I always have fun at new to you.

HUGE selection. Nice displays. Lots of dressing rooms. Very nicely done! It doesn’t feel like a consignment shop.

I have consigned at New to You in the past on only a few occasions many years ago, although my items they accepted for consignment were all designer brands I received rock bottom dollar in my opinion for those items that sold. I recently tried my hand at consigning at New to You again in the last two months after a 6 year hiatus, in the hopes that things have changed. I brought in about 8 pieces of clothing again all designer. They changed their policy stating that they only pay cash for credit above $ 20 otherwise in store credit for anything less but I wasn’t concerned as I figured my return would equate a cash pay out. To my surprise, they informed me that my credit was $ 12.95 for the 3 items that I brought in all of which sold. I explained that I had brought in more items than what they have documented all of which they accepted after inspection. I stayed in their store so that I could take home what didn’t pass their inspection. Their explanation was that likely what happened was there was a flaw or problem with the garment noticeable after I left so therefore the item was donated to charity. The disclaimer you sign gives them full control of your items and states that any unsold items will be donated to a charity of their choosing. All in all, it left a bad taste in my mouth as I know all my items were in good condition and much higher quality than the majority of clothing on their racks. Additionally, if a flaw was detected after I left and therefore not put onto the floor for sale, I had thought that they would notify you to give you the option of picking it up or choosing to donate. I was never notified. Additionally, I have always felt that their items for sale have been overpriced. Why buy used when you can buy new for almost the same price? I have never had the time to live in a consignment store to reap the benefit of a «good deal.» As most consignment shops are geared for profit with a ⁶⁰⁄₄₀ split, this most recent consignment experience has reinforced my previous notion that New to You has and always will be a sketchy business. I will never go back.

I’ve been to many thrift stores, and while there are some lower priced items here, I haven’t found many. I am overwhelmed by the fact that this store mostly caters to women — it’s exclusively run by women and almost entirely patronized by women — and as a slender man I have bought but a half dozen items over the last fifteen years because of the limited selection. Men’s shoes are few and large, and what dominates men’s clothing aren’t everyday items. I have tried to consign many times and have never sold what were popular expensive items. I’m also baffled that they don’t offer any in-​store trade credit or cash. Women seem to love this place, but as a man I just don’t see the appeal. Places like Buffalo Exchange have an almost equal selection for men as women and I appreciate and respect that. I think the store would grow on me if men’s clothing had equal representation, because younger men such as myself have an interest (both stylistically and financially) in used clothing, and few stores seem to realize that.

Another place to get stuff on the cheap? I’m in. Like all places that sell things on a discount you have to come back all the time. Sometimes you find something good, sometimes not.
Today I went in to look at clothes but found a great mirror for my new apartment. I almost bought a pair of Coach shoes, but decided against it because I don’t need them.
Fairness on prices seems to fluctuate. I think this might be in part to who is pricing them.
Some times they have designer items for cheap, which is what draws me in.

Great plus sized selection. Most consignment stores concentrate on the small sizes, this store has all sizes. I am actually losing weight so I have enjoyed buying clothes here.

I’m engaged and have been searching for a sample wedding dress in my size and budget. Suprisingly, this is difficult to do. Although I am a size 2 – 4, the name brand shops have an extremely limited selection, in most cases, nothing. Hearing about New To You from a family member, I was slightly reluctant to travel from SE Portland to the boutique in Mcminnville. I’m so happy that I did.
Walking into the store, I was pleasantly greeted and shown to my size dresses. Shocked by the avalibility, i began pulling dresses I was excited to try when Stacy, a fantastic associate, came by to offer me the one bridal fitting room.
The process was painless and not pushy in any way making it easy for me to love two dresses, not just one. My choice will need slight alterations, but with a price of less than $ 150, this is definately in the budget. They even offer bras, dress skirts, and veils! Looking online, the boutique shares their consignment policy for buying wedding dresses. They require ‘Full dry cleaning services’ to the wedding dresses and that they be no more than 4 years old. Great for us wedding dress shoppers on a budget!
The next time I go to the beach, I will take ‘the long way’ just to visit again. Thank you NTY!

I bought a wedding dress there, and it was a great experience. There’s only one dressing room in the bridal section which isn’t the greatest. but there’s more dressing rooms towards the back. I was lucky enough to get first dibs on the dressing room with my mom. I’m a size 14 and worried that I wasn’t going to find one that fit me, but I actually had a hard time choosing from two perfect ones! There’s a lot of wedding dresses to choose from, all different sizes. I even found one that still had its tags on and had never been worn that was perfect. Prices are great, mine was only $ 200. I was comfortable, and the lady helping my mom and I was so friendly, down to earth and good at what she does. She even made my day by asking me «Are you saying yes to the dress?» because I had told her I had been watching that show like crazy. Even though I was dorky, I had the perfect wedding dress buying experience. When I had gone to David’s Bridal in the past, their customer service, didn’t come close to this and you have to walk out, where everyone in the store can see you. At New To You, it’s allot more intimate.

Honestly, I don’t shop anywhere else since the discovery of this store! Not only do I find name brand, or not name brand, clothing that is in great shape for AMAZING prices, but I get to earn money on the clothes that I bring in. If they are in good shape and pressed and cleaned they will take everything. I buy all my jeans, kids clothes (they grow so fast, why would anyone spend regular price on them?), and I’ve even bought furniture there! I love this store and their staff is always so kind and helpful. I haven’t stepped foot in a mall in months and my husband is so proud to have such a smart wife!

I love this place — I hate shopping and I can ALWAYS find cute, fashionable, and cheap stuff here. Last time I went, I bought a Gap camisole and Arizona jeans with the tags still on… a pair of Clarks shoes (in excellent condition) for $ 30, and an Ugg purse for less than that. I live in Portland and tell people it’s worth the drive!!!

IF YOU ARE BUYING
The prices are not rock-​bottom Goodwill prices; instead I would consider them a bit pricier than your average run-​of-​the mill consignment shop. I found a quality shrug for $ 14.00 that most likely retailed for over $ 30.00. I also found a cute designer Nike hat and scarf for my step-​daughter that was in new condition for $ 12.00. In today’s economy, it is always great to find a quality piece of clothing for AT LEAST 50% below retail cost. The styles are current; the oldest stuff looks maybe season or two behind. However, they seriously need to clean through some of their inventory, not only to make it easier for potential buyers to comb through, but also to give their shop a cleaner look.
WHAT“S FOR SALE?
They also offer resale bridal (good selection here), shoes, childrens, ladies, men, plus sizes, maternity and a small area of active wear. They also have this strange section of odd and end household items like couches dining room tables, pictures, etc. A majority of this stuff is out-​of date and more expensive then buying it off Craigslist. They also carry a decent selection of designer bags that appear to be authentic; Dooney & Burke, Coach, etc. They have them priced far below retail but still most of them will cost you over $ 100.00 a pop.
IF YOU WANT TO CONSIGN
The back of the store is where you open your account and drop your items. Don’t waste time in line waiting behind customers at the front desk. New to You is not cash on the spot store (like Buffalo Exchange); instead, they take in your items and pay you as they sell them by cutting you a check each month. They give you 40% of the selling price. I have heard that many Linfield college students use this as a means to make extra $ while they are in school (which might account for the more up-​to-​date inventory).
SUMMARY FOR POTENTIAL CUSTOMERS
This is a good place to come if you have some time to spend going through the multitude of racks because you a bound to find something you can’t live without for under $ 20!
MY TWO CENTS… A CONSULTANTS PERSPECTIVE
My advice for the owners would be that it’s time for a face lift. Your space seems dated and crowded, clean out your inventory significantly! While you might think that having so many items gives people many choices, it also makes it feel claustrophobic and a bit like work to your customers (see reviews below). Decide who you are. While you have variety items for sale, more is not necessarily better, it makes your space look hodge-​podge, like Grandma’s living room. Get rid of the household section and use the space more constructively. Paint, and get some ambiance with better lighting because your bright school house lights don’t flatter your customers, or the store and its contents. Showcase your items creatively by updating you window displays and by adding some displays that give your customer’s ideas of current fashions. And for God’s sake get rid of the window painting, it makes your store look cheap and doesn’t give passersby an accurate representation of the quality of your items. Add your inventory to your website! While your website is clean and informational
(albeit a little bland, out-​dated and devoid of personality, but that’s another conversation). I would like to see what you have available each week in terms of top buys, sales, etc.
Chelsey Williams
Small Business Guru
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Over priced for what you get. Oh yeah there are deals… but you have to dig through heaps and heaps of stuff.
oh I’m tired just thinking about this.

This place is my favorite store!
I didn’t want to get the secret out there, because they will always be busy. Trust me, they are busy enough as it is.
Large selection of new and pre-​owned clothing and home decors. Many items still have store tags on them If you are lucky enough to find clothing with their color tagged discounts, you can get a real discount and find a steal!
They are very selective on the clothing they take in for consignment and I’m always seeing people applying credit from clothing they have sold, so I know their system works.
I visit them more than I need to and can’t wait to go back. I think I’ll go visit them today, as a matter of fact!

Good deal for shopping but you’ll get little to nothing for your trade ins compared to what I’ve seen at similar businesses.

Wow, no one has reviewed this place? But it’s in Newberg, right next to… um… oh screw it, I’ll take this one.
So, if you are on the way to the beach and you’re thinking, «I’m low on cloths without holes», then this is the place for you. A fine selection of pre-​owned clothing at prices that mean you can afford to leave these by the ocean in your drunken stupor back to the hotel.
Also, you might just fine a really nice sweater that was clearly never worn. Or perhaps a pair of really outrageous sun glasses that make people look at you and slowly back away.