The Hidden Gem Do's & Don'ts

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Clothing (Women’s & Men’s)

• Excellent, like-new condition
• Styles from the past 3–5 years
• Neatly folded (no hangers or trash bags)
• High-quality brands preferred: Eileen Fisher, Vince, Madewell, Free People, Anthro labels, Reformation, Rag & Bone, etc.
• Select mid-tier accepted: Chico’s, Talbots, J. Crew, Banana Republic, Levi’s

Home Goods & Furniture

• Clean, sturdy, well-made furniture in very good condition
• Acceptable items include: accent chairs, dressers, nightstands, coffee tables, benches, and entry tables with charm and character
• Materials we love: solid wood, brass, copper, iron
• Accepted décor: framed art, mirrors, decorative baskets, wall hangings, quality lamps, trays, vases, and other trinkets
• Antiques with charm, patina, and story are always welcome & ENCOURAGED

We focus on timeless, well-made pieces with strong resale value.

We will not accept Items with strong odors (smoke, pets, perfume, mildew)

Clothing

• Children’s clothing
• Undergarments of any kind
• Plain / logo t-shirts
• Uniforms, branded company apparel, or personalized items
• Stained, ripped, pilled, faded, or heavily worn items
• Dirty, or wrinkled items
• Outdated styles
• Budget/fast fashion brands: Time & Tru, Wild Fable, Shein, Temu, Sonoma, etc.
• Lower-end mall brands: Old Navy, Gap (basics), Apt. 9, Worthington, Croft & Barrow, etc.

Home Goods & Furniture

• Holiday décor
• Wobbly, scratched, damaged, or overly worn furniture
• Mass-produced, flat-pack, or particle board furniture (e.g. IKEA, Sauder, Target brands)
• Furniture made of laminate or engineered wood (unless vintage and high quality)
• Generic or cheaply made pieces (e.g. mass-produced items from big box stores like Marshalls, Walmart, or HomeGoods)
• Electronics or devices of any kind (e.g. hair dryers, curling irons, stereos, kitchen gadgets, etc.)
• Small appliances
• Sporting goods or athletic gear intended for use (e.g. weights, golf clubs, ski equipment, etc.)
• Utility items (kitchen organizers, bathroom caddies, travel pillows, makeup bags, etc.)