We accept all sizes of high quality new or gently worn, clean, stylish women’s clothing that fashion conscious women would pay for. Maternity clothes are welcome too.

We also accept:

• coats
• belts
• hats
• purses
• bags
• jewelry

We do not accept:

• T-shirts, old jeans, and worn-out basics
• Men’s and children’s clothing
• Underwear and swim suits
• Used shoes
• Used workout gear

Remember, if you wouldn’t let your best friend wear it, we probably would not want it!

NOTE: The Clothes Exchange will sell NEW children's clothing. Aside form the Isabean and Little Luna Blue, Give & Get promotions, we are not accepting donations of used clothing.

Here’s a sample of some of the brands we want.

• A.B.S.
  
• Antik Batik
  
• Banana Republic
  
• BCBG MAX AZRIA
  
• Banana Republic
  
• Billly Blues
  
• Diesel
  
• Eileen Fisher
  
• c&c California
  
• Citizens
  
• Ella moss 
  
• Free People
  
• French Connection
  
• Harajuku Lovers
  
• Isis
  
• J Crew
  
• James Perse
  
• Joe's Jeans
  
• Juicy Couture
  
• Kate Spade
  
• Kenneth Cole
  
• Kenzie
  
• LA Made
  
• Levi's
  
• Mac & Jac
  
• Marc Jacobs
  
• Michael Kors
  
• Paige Denim
  
• Red Engine 
  
• Seven For All Man Kind
  
• Splendid   
  
• Theory
  
• Triple Five Soul
  
• Velvet
  

Where do I donate my clothes?

Click here to view drop-off options.

Click here to learn about Give & Get promotions offered by our retail partners.

Can I donate merchandise the day-of the event?
No, clothes will not be accepted on the day of The Clothes Exchange.  If none of our drop-off options work for you, contact us to arrange a pick-up. 

What happens to my clothes once I donate them to The Clothes Exchange?
A team of fashion savvy volunteers sort through all the donations and select only the best of the best; high quality, gently worn, clean, stylish items. Merchandise is priced, prepped for display and stored until our Event. They day of the Event, our volunteers transform our space into a shopping boutique and display merchandise. Most of our garments are hung or neatly folded on tables.

We do not pay for merchandise. We do not consign merchandise and we cannot return merchandise you donate.

What do you do with the clothes you don’t keep?
All items that don’t make the cut or are left over after our event are donated to charitable organizations such as The Goodwill, The Lund Center, King Street Center, SCHIPS, and the Vermont Refugee Resettlement Program.

How are items priced?
All merchandised is tagged and priced. Prices are based on the brand, quality and desirability of the garments. A pair of Joe's Jean may cost $65, a J Crew cashmere sweater could run about $25, and you might spend $40 for a fabulous Kate Spade purse.  New evening dresses that typically retail for a few hundred dollars have been sold for around $60 and Eileen Fisher sweaters that would sell new for $250, go for about $45.

We want everyone to feel they've gotten a bargain.

How are clothes organized?
We sort the merchandise by size and in some cases, where we have large quantities of particular brands, by brand. For example we group all our ISIS merchandise together and our Eileen Fisher garments are grouped as well. We also feature racks just for our Retail Partners; So you can shop the Sweet Lady Jane rack, the Monelle rack and the rack of jeans from ECCO. Clothes Exchange hot picks are featured on our clothes line, on models and on mannequins throughout the event space.

Can I donate clothing without buying and buy with out donating?
Absolutely! 

Can I just give a cash donation to support The Clothes Exchange's beneficiary?
Definitely. Contributions are welcome anytime, before, during and after the event. Click here to make a donation to our beneficiary.

What is a Shop First ticket?
Beat the crowd and shop 1 hour before the main event begins. Shop First ticket holders are invited to enjoy a complimentary glass of wine, tasty treats and delicious sweets. Plus take advantage of our talented team of stylisits and shop with your own personal shopper.
Tickets are limited. We expect to sell out, click here to buy yours today!

Is there an entry fee?
Main event tickets - $8/advance   $10/door
Advance ticket holder experience expedited check-in, that means you get to the clothes faster! Buy you ticket now and save time and money! Click here to buy your event ticket on line.

Can I claim a deduction for the items I donate?
You may be entitled to claim a charitable deduction for your donations that The Clothes Exchange collects on behalf of our beneficiary. To determine the value of the items you donate, we recommend talking with a tax adviser or consult a reference such as Goodwill’s guide to assessing market values for used goods at www.goodwillpromo.org.

Receipts are available. If you'd like one, please let a volunteer know. While we will not assign a value to your donations, we will indicate that you made a donation. It's up to you to document your contribution and determine the value.

Other tax related resources
http://www.irs.gov/pub/irs-pdf/p526.pdf - Charitable Contributions
http://www.irs.gov/pub/irs-pdf/i8283.pdf - Non-cash Charitable Contributions Form
http://www.irs.gov/pub/irs-pdf/p561.pdf - Determining Fair Market Value of Donations

Is my “shopping donation” tax deductible?
If you make a contribution to our beneficiary that is greater than the value of your purchases, you may be able to claim a deduction of the difference. We recommend you consult a tax professional.

Donations made to The Clothes Exchange are not tax-deductible.

Can I utilize my company’s matching gift program to maximize my donation?
Yes, if your company has a Matching Gifts Program, you may be able to add to any financial contribution that you give to our beneficiary. Check with your company’s HR department to find about if you can take advantage of this benefit.

How does my business become a sponsor?
If your business is interested in making an in-kind or cash contribution, please contact us. We’d love to help you figure out the best way for your business to get involved.

How do I volunteer?

Click here to learn more about volunteering.

How can I start a Clothes Exchange in my hometown?
If you are interested in hosting your own Clothes Exchange, contact us. We’d love to talk with you about launching a Clothes Exchange Affiliate in your community.

How are beneficiaries selected?    

If your organization is interested in applying to be a beneficiary, please email a one page letter of interest to info@theclothesexchange.org. In the letter, please include:

• An overview of your organization's mission
• A plan for what you'd do with the money raised
• A description of your need
• Information that tells us why you think your organization would be a good match for The Clothes Exchange

Applications are by invitation only.

Letters of inquiry must be received by November 1.
Those selected to apply will be notified by December 15.

Beneficiaries must be Vermont-based 501 c 3 organizations dedicated to improving the lives of women and girls.