The Jersey Shore is home to a thriving consignment scene, where fashion-savvy and budget-friendly shoppers and sellers come together to give pre-loved clothing a second life. Consigning clothing can be a great option for people looking to declutter a closet or make some extra cash — or both! Consigning clothes is an easy, environmentally-friendly side hustle that requires little work. Read on to learn more about where to consign clothes at the Jersey Shore.

How Does it Work?

Consignment shops — which attract buyers looking for high-quality, secondhand fashion — handle all of the pricing, marketing, and selling of the items. Some shops pay consignors on the spot for used items at drop off while others earn after the items sell in-store. Consigning is a great way to help the environment as it extends the life cycle of garments and reduces textile waste, keeping clothing out of landfills. By consigning, clothes stay in circulation longer, which decreases the demand for new products and minimizes environmental impact. With a mix of vintage treasures, contemporary styles, and designer brands, consignment shopping at the Jersey Shore is both an exciting and rewarding experience.

Local Spots

Back on the Racks | 1121 NJ-35, Ocean Township

Back on the Racks is a large consignment store featuring women’s and men’s clothing, furniture, home decor, and accessories. It accepts consignment items by season, current styles, and condition. First-time consignor days are Wednesdays and Saturdays from 12PM to 4PM. New consignors can bring in a maximum of 25 articles of clothing folded in a bag. BOTR staff will go through the bag and give back anything they are not currently taking to consign in-store. When an item sells, consignors get paid 40% of the inventoried price. Cash can be collected at any time or a check can be requested to be mailed. One of the best things about consigning with Back on the Racks is that they use an online database that tracks inventory. Any items consigned will have a tag with a barcode. Once a customer purchases the item, the sale is viewable in the consignor’s account. Account balances can be checked online, by phone, by email, or in person. Existing consignors can bring in merchandise any time Back on the Racks is open, no appointment is needed. Back on the Racks website has a guide on what the team is currently not taking to sell.

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Rebel Supply Co. | 550 Cookman Avenue #107, Asbury Park

 

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Rebel Supply Co. on Cookman Avenue sells consignment, new clothing, eclectic accessories, quirky items, pop culture merch, records, and locally themed goods. Rebel’s consignment drop-off is by appointment only and up-to-date collection information can be found on the website. Prospective consignors can drop off clean clothing items in a folded, closable, and labeled bag — the team recommends a garbage bag. The Rebel team goes through each item and creates an account for the consignor. Once the items are checked in, consignors can keep track of all items listed on their consignment software. The account on Rebel’s software is where consignors will see all items, pricing, sales, and current balance. These items will remain active for six months from the date listed. At the end of each six-month term, consignors can retrieve the items or it can be left to become store stock and are subject to being sold or donated. Consignment at Rebel Supply Co. is a 40/60, which means when an item is sold, the seller will receive 40% of the selling price, while the store will receive 60% of the commission. A guide to consignment do’s and don’t can be found on Rebel Supply Co.’s website.

Plato’s Closet | 1421 NJ-35, Middletown Township

 

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Plato’s Closet buys and sells trendy, secondhand clothing, shoes, and accessories for teens and young adults. There’s no appointment necessary to sell at Plato’s Closet. The store buys all seasons, year-round, and looks for excellent condition and current styles. Plato’s Closet will pay consignors cash on-site upon purchasing used clothing if selected. Selling tips can be found on Plato’s Closet’s website.

Squan Dry Goods | 75 Main Street, Manasquan

Squan Dry Goods is an upscale consignment shop that carries gently used and new women’s and children’s apparel, jewelry, and accessories. Consigning at Squan Dry Goods is a 50/50 split. No appointments are needed to bring in potential consignment items. The Squan Dry Goods Instagram account will have the most updated consignment information.

Pearl Street Consignment | 117 Monmouth Street, Red Bank

 

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Pearl Street Consignment has a dreamy selection of y2k apparel, up-cycled + recycled clothes, and pop culture memorabilia. Pearl Street accepts consignments from the 1st through the 15th of every month. buyers will take a look at items and select according to demand, season, trend, and the store’s aesthetic. Pearl Street will donate items to Lunch Break or Good Will if they do not meet the aesthetic or if the team doesn’t think the item will sell. Pearl Street uses a drop-off system where consignors drop off one bag of pre-curated items, and the store typically will accept 10 items or less. If any items are damaged or have an odor they will be discarded. Consignors are warned to not bring in anything they are not willing to part with. Once items are consigned, the store will decide what will be put out for sale or donated and consignors do not get the items back. Consignors will receive 40% off the sale price. Full details about consigning with Pearl Street Consignment can be found on their website.

Daffodil Consignment | 908 Main Street, Belmar

 

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Daffodil Consignment is an upscale consignment shop for women’s clothing that provides a curated selection of gently-loved designer clothing and accessories. All consigned items must be gently used or new. Consignors receive 50% of the selling price during a 90-day selling period. Suggested brands include Burberry, Polo, Lilly Pulitzer, Free People, Tory Burch, Anthropologie, J. Crew, Coach, and more. Daffodil Consignment information can be found on the website.

NU2U Consignment Fashions | 537 Monmouth Road Suite 192, Jackson Township

 

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NU2U Consignment Fashions is a consignment boutique at The Jackson Premium Outlets that features pre-loved men’s and women’s clothing, shoes, and accessories. Consignment drop-offs are welcome during store hours. Consignors can bring up to 15 exceptional items, freshly laundered, on hangers, and inspected for defects. NU2U does not purchase items but pays consignors after they sell. Consignment appointments are needed if prospective sellers want to make sure NU2U accepts all items or if want passed-on items back. NU2U’s consignment guidelines can be found online.

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Deja Vu NJ | 612 Arnold Avenue, Point Pleasant Beach

 

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Deja Vu is an upscale resale consignment store with pre-owned women’s clothing, including designer pieces, shoes, accessories, and formal dresses. Updated consignor appointments and information will be posted on Deja Vu’s Instagram feed.

Shedhead Vintage | 700 Mattison Avenue Unit 101, Asbury Park

 

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Shedhead Vintage is a vintage clothing store located in downtown Asbury Park that specializes in handpicked unisex clothing from the 1960s to the 1990s. Shedhead offers a size-inclusive and affordable selection of authentic vintage clothing, accessories, and homewares. There is no appointment needed to bring in consignment to Shed Head. Consignors can come to the shop to sell anytime the store is open. The Shed Head team will buy consignment items, and pay consignors using cash, Venmo or PayPal.