A note to all our lovely customers:
We stop buying half an hour before closing time.
This means we buy from 12 - 7:30 on Monday-Saturday and 12 - 6:30 on Sunday.
By stop buying, we mean we stop. Therefore if you show up at 7:15 with four huge duffel bags we may not be able to go through it all. These hours are in effect so we can have a sufficient amount of time to do our closing tasks. Also, if there is a wait when you arrive late in our business day (this is rare, but more frequent in the busy fall months) understand that we may not get to your things. You have the option of leaving your bags at the shop overnight. If you opt to do this we will look through your items first thing the following morning. Please note that we can't hold bags for more than one day, so if you leave them over night you must come back the following day to collect any remaining items as well as your cash or credit.
To avoid being turned away (we really hate doing it, we love getting in new stuff) keep the following in mind: it generally takes us about 10-15 minutes to sort through each large bag. The more items we take the longer it takes us to sort through them. If you have a lot of items it is suggested that you bring them in at least one full hour prior to closing time. And remember we have a limit of four large bags per customer.
We don't mean to sound stern, but our buying hours are necessary to provide us as buyers with an adequate amount of time to assess the items you bring in. This is good for everyone, shoppers get a crack at the best goods and sellers get the fairest most appropriate price for the items they bring in and we can minimize error and make sure give our customers their fair share of our attention.
XO!
Fox & Fawn
Tuesday, October 4, 2011
Saturday, September 3, 2011
Fall Buying
It may be balmy out there still, but we're looking forward and we've started buying for fall.
What does this mean?
Swimwear, sandals, and super summery dresses and prints (think slinky silk sleeveless/strapless and barely there cotton blends) are out.
Layerable pieces are still in (if you can throw a denim jacket over it or a pair of tights under it, we still want it.) These items include denim cut-offs, cotton, rayon, and some linen dresses, open-toed shoes, and some tanks.
We are now starting to buy wool sweaters and cardigans as well as cotton and vintage acrylic ones. Similarly, we are open to light wool, cotton, canvas, leather and nylon jackets. Save your parkas, massive furs/shearlings, and heavy wool coats for a couple more months when we'll start buying for winter. We may buy in some items ahead of season if they are designer or exceptional vintage, but you will get a better price if you bring them during the appropriate season. A rabbit fur jacket may be priced low to move in September but it will be priced higher as part of normal stock in November. If you have any questions, the best thing to do is call before you shlep any heavy items in.
As far as footwear goes, it is now boot season! We're buying most styles of boots, the primary exception being fur or shearling lined ones. It's still a little early for those. We're especially looking for ankle boots, combat boots (we love Docs,) flat riding boots, and lace-up or roper boots in a Western style or otherwise.
As always we focus on vintage and designer items as well as contemporary street wear. We are looking for items that are "on-trend" or ahead of the curve. Since our store is relatively small we buy selectively and all buying decisions must bring into consideration what we already have in stock and what has recently been marked down. Unfortunately we do not have the customer base for mid-range contemporary formal wear or department store office-wear. The suiting we are able to purchase is tends to be designer brands like Theory and above. If we pass on an item because it's too formal or conservative we will happily direct you to a more suitable resale spot.
Also, please note we are unable to give specific price quotes via email or over the phone. Feel free to contact us for general buying inquiries or if you have a question if a certain item is suitable for the season we are purchasing for.
What does this mean?
Swimwear, sandals, and super summery dresses and prints (think slinky silk sleeveless/strapless and barely there cotton blends) are out.
Layerable pieces are still in (if you can throw a denim jacket over it or a pair of tights under it, we still want it.) These items include denim cut-offs, cotton, rayon, and some linen dresses, open-toed shoes, and some tanks.
We are now starting to buy wool sweaters and cardigans as well as cotton and vintage acrylic ones. Similarly, we are open to light wool, cotton, canvas, leather and nylon jackets. Save your parkas, massive furs/shearlings, and heavy wool coats for a couple more months when we'll start buying for winter. We may buy in some items ahead of season if they are designer or exceptional vintage, but you will get a better price if you bring them during the appropriate season. A rabbit fur jacket may be priced low to move in September but it will be priced higher as part of normal stock in November. If you have any questions, the best thing to do is call before you shlep any heavy items in.
As far as footwear goes, it is now boot season! We're buying most styles of boots, the primary exception being fur or shearling lined ones. It's still a little early for those. We're especially looking for ankle boots, combat boots (we love Docs,) flat riding boots, and lace-up or roper boots in a Western style or otherwise.
As always we focus on vintage and designer items as well as contemporary street wear. We are looking for items that are "on-trend" or ahead of the curve. Since our store is relatively small we buy selectively and all buying decisions must bring into consideration what we already have in stock and what has recently been marked down. Unfortunately we do not have the customer base for mid-range contemporary formal wear or department store office-wear. The suiting we are able to purchase is tends to be designer brands like Theory and above. If we pass on an item because it's too formal or conservative we will happily direct you to a more suitable resale spot.
Also, please note we are unable to give specific price quotes via email or over the phone. Feel free to contact us for general buying inquiries or if you have a question if a certain item is suitable for the season we are purchasing for.
Thursday, August 18, 2011
Ooh, we almost forgot!
Because this blog and our Facebook page just weren't enough, we've got a Tumblr too.
It's a mix of store pics, inspiration shots, and personal photography. You know, stuff like this:
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It's a mix of store pics, inspiration shots, and personal photography. You know, stuff like this:
Follow us!
It's not fall yet
Just got done uploading 30 new pictures to our Facebook page and I realized...wait, did I also used to post exciting new stuff on the blog? Eeps! Here are a few of my favorites currently in stock.
This is one of my favorite African print tops we've ever gotten in the store. The oversize collar belongs in the front but I think it would look even better in the back giving it an almost bow-like feel.
We've gotten a few pairs of paneled shorts like these, one pair was masquerading as chaps, but I'm especially partial to these ones. Maybe it's because they have a Seattle type feel that will lend them well into layer with knit tights or a flannel in fall.
Okay...I know. This skirt is CRAZY! It's also tiny. It's for real 50s vintage and the tiers have a net underlay. I'm so so so so in love with this, it's just waiting for the perfect petite lady to not shy away from volume.
Velvet burnout on silk is kind of the ultimate transitional material. Light and heavy at the same time, it's perfect for the coming months.
Okay, this may not be very rare or "special" but it's kind of perfect in a way I can't quite explain.
So, there you have it. Those are my current pics for this week. As always, if you want to see more check out our Facebook page.
This is one of my favorite African print tops we've ever gotten in the store. The oversize collar belongs in the front but I think it would look even better in the back giving it an almost bow-like feel.
We've gotten a few pairs of paneled shorts like these, one pair was masquerading as chaps, but I'm especially partial to these ones. Maybe it's because they have a Seattle type feel that will lend them well into layer with knit tights or a flannel in fall.
Okay...I know. This skirt is CRAZY! It's also tiny. It's for real 50s vintage and the tiers have a net underlay. I'm so so so so in love with this, it's just waiting for the perfect petite lady to not shy away from volume.
Velvet burnout on silk is kind of the ultimate transitional material. Light and heavy at the same time, it's perfect for the coming months.
Okay, this may not be very rare or "special" but it's kind of perfect in a way I can't quite explain.
So, there you have it. Those are my current pics for this week. As always, if you want to see more check out our Facebook page.
Tuesday, August 2, 2011
The summer to fall transition
So it's August. And it's hot hot hot in NYC. I'm sitting here sweating away in cut-offs and a tank top as I write this. It's hard to believe we're already looking toward fall. We won't officially start buying for the next season until near the end of the month, but.
What does that mean?
*We're slowing down on overtly summery items. These items include bathing suits, strappy sandals, straw hats, light-weight shorts, and flimsy tank tops. If you bring in items that fit those descriptions they may be passed on even if they are in good condition or are styles we generally sell. Remember, we have a store full of summer merchandise that we need to sell before the chill sets in, so don't take it personally if it seems like we're passing on things similar to styles on our racks.
*We're still taking summer items that are adaptable. Adaptable items are things that can be worn layered or in multiple seasons such as light dresses, denim shorts, tank tops, t-shirts, and open-toe shoes. If you can throw a cardigan or a denim jacket over it or put on a pair of tights under it we want it!
*We're not buying for fall quite yet. Keep your heavier jackets and sweaters packed up for now, we're still staying away from wool for a few more weeks. We'll officially start buying for fall either in late August or early September depending on weather and our stock levels. Remember, fall doesn't mean winter, so keep your knit scarves and hats and down parkas on ice til November!
*We are, however, buying some fall-like items. Things like denim and leather jackets, combat and roper boots, jeans, light-weight knits, and long-sleeve blouses are now a go.
Stay tuned for more buying notes later this month.
What does that mean?
*We're slowing down on overtly summery items. These items include bathing suits, strappy sandals, straw hats, light-weight shorts, and flimsy tank tops. If you bring in items that fit those descriptions they may be passed on even if they are in good condition or are styles we generally sell. Remember, we have a store full of summer merchandise that we need to sell before the chill sets in, so don't take it personally if it seems like we're passing on things similar to styles on our racks.
*We're still taking summer items that are adaptable. Adaptable items are things that can be worn layered or in multiple seasons such as light dresses, denim shorts, tank tops, t-shirts, and open-toe shoes. If you can throw a cardigan or a denim jacket over it or put on a pair of tights under it we want it!
*We're not buying for fall quite yet. Keep your heavier jackets and sweaters packed up for now, we're still staying away from wool for a few more weeks. We'll officially start buying for fall either in late August or early September depending on weather and our stock levels. Remember, fall doesn't mean winter, so keep your knit scarves and hats and down parkas on ice til November!
*We are, however, buying some fall-like items. Things like denim and leather jackets, combat and roper boots, jeans, light-weight knits, and long-sleeve blouses are now a go.
Stay tuned for more buying notes later this month.
Monday, July 11, 2011
Wednesday, June 1, 2011
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