Have you gotten back from your summer vacation and found that your bathing suit was stiff and faded because of chlorinated pools or too much sand and sun? Or you find that you’ve lost a favorite pair of summer shorts or one flip flop? Why take the risk of spending extra money replacing your wardrobe when you can go to second hand clothing stores and buy an entire vacation wardrobe for less than $100?

By shopping for summer at second hand clothing stores, you’re saving big bucks and doing your part by recycling, reusing and rescuing.

1. It’s cheaper than name brand retail stores, period.

You can get several pairs of shorts, shirts, hats, shoes, long pants and jewelry when the prices start at about $2 each. You’ll be amazed at how far your dollar will go at a second hand store. They typically have sales throughout the month. Check the Facebook page or sign up for their newsletter where they may offer savings coupons.

2. The Arc Stores also have brand spanking new clothing. 

So you don’t want to wear “used” clothing your entire vacation?  No worries. The Arcs Stores havetanks, tops, jeans, maxi skirts and dresses, purses and jewelry prices starting at $4. Yes, $4! The selection and sizes are just like you would find in the big box stores but at a fraction of the cost. 

3. At second hand stores, the variety is endless and you will find one of-a-kind outfits. 

Even celebrities are seen wearing the same outfits and they’re compared by asking who looks best. Or the mall stores have the same outfit in every size imaginable and you can see it on literally hundreds of other shoppers. You won’t find that issue at the Arc Stores if you stick to the “gently used” and often “new” donated clothing.

4. Saving the environment on many levels. 

When you donate your used clothing to a second hand store, you are recycling on the giving side. When you buy a used article of clothing or accessory, you are recycling on the receiving side. When you bring your own reusable bags to carry home your purchases you’re being resourceful and recycling on both sides. 

5. As your contributing to the economy you’re also nurturing a non-profit organization.

Money is going to be spent when you shop for summer, right? Why not spend your hard earned money by shopping at non-profit run second hand clothing stores? They use the money to fund their programs and at the Arc Store, they also employ the clients they serve. These special employees gain self-esteem, bring home a paycheck, and live more meaningful lives because they feel they are also contributing.

What a great start to a vacation when you have saved money before you even leave, which means you have even more to spend on fun activities whatever your destination. 

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