Stores like DoubleTake Consignment, which thrive in this climate, understand that even among their wealthiest clients, exorbitance has become passe, and thrift is cool.

Their best clients want to:
- Maintain their standard of living while spending less;
- Enjoy a greater perceived value;
- Purchase new items more often;
- Take pride in finding great bargains;
- Enjoy one-on-one personal service.

DoubleTake luxury designer consignment stores offer all of these to their clients, plus the opportunity to earn back cash for their gently used items at any New Jersey DoubleTake stores, or in their own homes anywhere in the nation.

The exclusive fashion shop, a long-held secret of the wealthy, including celebrities, models, photographers and executives sells luxury designer clothing, handbags, accessories and jewelry, splitting the proceeds with their original owners. Products debut at 35% of retail, with sales split 50/50 with consignors.

This summer DoubleTake offers shoppers an opportunity to partner with world famous designers to benefit Fashion Target Breast Cancer, by purchasing donated items with all proceeds going to the Charity. DoubleTake also connects consumers with television and Hollywood wardrobe artists, costume designers, and world-class designers by offering one-of-a kind apparel worn by celebrities.

Just in time for Back to School and Fall Fashion, here are just a few examples from thousands of unique values recently available:

Prada Vest		Retail: $800	DoubleTake: $270
MaxMara Dress		Retail: $520	DoubleTake: $176
Gender Bias		Retail: $350	DoubleTake: $135
Tory Burch Pant		Retail: $250	DoubleTake: $80
Shoshanna Top		Retail: $175	DoubleTake: $29
Roberto Coin Earring	Retail: $98	DoubleTake: $25

Stores are located in Englewood, Ridgewood, Short Hills and Red Bank, NJ. Not near a store? Request a home visit or go to www.edoubletake.com .

Marci Kessler and other expert employees have flown across the globe as part of the store’s unique consignment concierge service. They’ll visit a home, TV studio or movie set to review and pick up preferred high fashion clothing and accessories.

If you have samples, collections, excess inventory, personal items or full wardrobes you’d like to turn into cash, contact Marci Kessler at marci@edoubletake.com, call 866.678.6464 or visit www.edoubletake.com .

Press contact:
Allen Cohen 646-391-7721
David Forman 973-477-7489

Marci Kessler recently appeared on national television to offer tips for luxury designer consignment shopping, and is available for interviews by phone, in-studio, or in any of their NJ Stores to talk about how the downward trend in the economy has presented opportunities for some businesses, and for all smart shoppers – and to educate consumers how they can benefit in today’s economic climate.

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The exclusive fashion shop, a long-held secret of the wealthy, including celebrities, models, photographers and executives sells luxury designer clothing, handbags, accessories and jewelry, splitting the proceeds with their original owners. Products debut at 35 percent of retail, with sales split 50/50 with consignors.

DoubleTake boutiques are nothing like your grandmother’s thrift shop. Recently opened stores in Red Bank, Ridgewood and Englewood, look more like a boutique within Bergdorf, Barney’s, or Bendels, with helpful personal shopping experts, and a relaxed, casual atmosphere.

Marci recently appeared as a guest expert on national television on “The Nate Show,” with Nate Berkus, where she offered some of the following “Tips” about consignment shopping:

1. Shop in Affluent Areas: Women who are seeking high-end designer merchandise such as Chanel, Hermes, Gucci, etc., are more likely to find these items in shops that are located in affluent neighborhoods.

2. Finding Celebrity Fashions: Some consignment shops do business with movie studies, TV shows, actresses and stylists. People interested in outfits that have been down the red carpet or in a recent movie, simply need to ask our stores to put them on a “wish list” when these items arrive.

3. Get Runway Fashions Before the Stores/Boutiques: There are some women who shop with stylists and buy right off the runways and then turn around and consign these items when they are done with them (e.g., socialites who wear an item once). Interested shoppers need to find consignment shops that work with such stylists and let them know that they would like to be notified when these items arrive.

4. Finding Fine Jewelry: It is not unusual for consignment shops to receive fine jewelry and watches and even large quantities of estate jewelry. For those people interested and willing to buy gold and diamonds from a consignment shop, you need to find those shops that provide appraisals for these exclusive items.

5. Frequent Visits and/or Calls for the Most Desirable Merchandise: Since most consignment shops receive new merchandise daily, it is important to either visit or call your favorite shops frequently. At DoubleTake, we notify our clients by text or IM when special orders or a large cache of new merchandise arrives.

6. Get the Inside Scoop on Sales and Special Events: Make it a point to become friendly with sales staff, since they will let you know about upcoming sales and special events. Some consignment shops even have special private sales.

7. Ask About Extra Discounts at End of Season: Many consignment shops mark down their merchandise at the end of a season, so it is smart to ask the salespeople about markdowns on interested items. Smart shoppers can save an additional 25 percent if their timing is good.

8. Politically Correct Furs: For those women who value the luxury and warmth of a fur coat, but have an issue with buying new, consignment shops present a way to get a beautiful fur at a great price without directly impacting the demand.

9. New Merchandise from Local Boutiques and Manufacturers: Some boutiques prefer to consign their end of season merchandise as opposed to running deep sales, since they are concerned with the image of running such sales. Additionally, some manufacturers prefer to work with consignment shops vs. discounters for the same reason. The best consignment shoppers know that the higher end consignment shops tend to get this type of merchandise.

Here are just a few examples from thousands of amazing values recently available:

Prada Vest		Retail: $800		DoubleTake: $270
MaxMara Dress		Retail: $520		DoubleTake: $176 
Gender Bias		Retail: $350		DoubleTake: $135
Tory Burch Pant		Retail: $250		DoubleTake: $80
Shoshanna Top		Retail: $175		DoubleTake: $29
Roberto Coin Earring	Retail: $98		DoubleTake: $25

Not near a store? Request a home visit or go to www.edoubletake.com .

Marci Kessler and other expert employees have flown across the globe as part of the store’s unique consignment concierge service. They’ll visit a home, TV studio or movie set to review and pick up preferred high fashion clothing and accessories.

If you have items or full wardrobes you’d like to turn into cash, contact Marci Kessler at marci@edoubletake.com, call 866.678.6464 or visit www.edoubletake.com .

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News Source: DoubleTake :: This press release was issued on behalf of the news source by Send2Press® Newswire, a service of Neotrope®. View all current news at: http://Send2PressNewswire.com .

The exclusive fashion shop, a long-held secret of the wealthy, including celebrities, models, photographers and executives sells luxury designer clothing, handbags, accessories and jewelry, splitting the proceeds with their original owners.

For the opening of new stores in Englewood, Ridgewood and Red Bank, New Jersey this summer, DoubleTake seeks samples, manufacturers’ overstock, and gently worn clothing, fashion accessories and jewelry. Products must be from sought-after fashion designers, and less than two years old. Products debut at 35% of retail, with sales split 50/50 with consignors

Owner Marci Kessler says, “This recession has fundamentally changed the way people buy fashion. There’s far less impulse buying and a definite trend toward value-driven shopping at every socio-economic level. Regardless of the occasion for the purchase, everybody loves the satisfaction of getting paid back after they’ve enjoyed something.”

Marci Kessler and other expert employees have flown across the globe as part of the store’s unique consignment concierge service. They’ll visit a home, TV studio or movie set to review and pick up preferred high fashion clothing and accessories.

Exclusive events are planned this fall at all store openings, including special appearances by designers and costume designers, who will present priceless clothing and accessories worn by television and movie actors, to be auctioned for charity.

If you have items or full wardrobes you’d like to turn into cash, contact Marci Kessler at marci@edoubletake.com, call 866.678.6464 or visit www.edoubletake.com .

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