With more than 475 North American locations—and more opening every month—our Plato’s Closet brand continues to provide marketplace success for franchisees passionate about delivering the latest trends and styles to the ever-changing fashion needs of young men and women.
Why is it called Plato’s Closet?
Plato’s Closet
The store’s name was inspired by a Blum son’s schoolwork about Plato who had been an early advocate of recycling, which paralleled the aim to recycle used clothes.
Does Platos Closet clean the clothes?
We do not wash clothing as we purchase it but we do accept items in ready to wear condition. We are particularly picky on the cleanliness of the items accepted but we like to remind shoppers to give their items a wash once they get them home.
Is Plato’s Closet for guys too?
At Plato’s Closet we buy and sell the hottest teen and twenty-something brands for guys and girls. Our racks are full of trendy gently used clothes, handbags, shoes and accessories at prices that are 70% less than regular retail.
Does Plato’s buy bras?
Melissa HarrisonPlato’s Closet
Generally we do not take bathing suits, and we do not accept bras.
How does Platos Closet make money?
Unlike consignment shops, Plato’s Closet pays sellers on the spot. The used clothes are purchased at between 30% and 40% of what Plato’s Closet intends to sell them at, creating a profitable model for both franchisees and customers.
Is Plato’s closet for profit?
Sales and gross margins:
Average Gross Profit: $777,664 (2021)*
Who owns Plato’s Closet?
Meet Felice Pierce, founder of Plato’s Closet and Revolve Fashion. Plato’s buys and sells gently-used teen and young adult casual clothing and accessories. Revolve Fashion buys and sells women’s clothing and accessories.
Is Once Upon A Child owned by Plato’s closet?
About Winmark Corporation
Specializing in leasing and developing franchises for retail stores that buy, sell, and trade new and used merchandise, it is the parent company of Plato’s Closet®, Once Upon A Child®, Play It Again Sports®, Music Go Round®, Style Encore®, Wirth Business Credit® and Winmark Capital®.
Is Plato’s Closet sustainable?
Shop Sustainably
When you shop at Plato’s Closet, you can save more than money. We make it easy to extend the life of your clothes, shoes and accessories by buying the items you no longer wear. Your items go onto our racks instead of into landfills helping continue the circle of sustainable fashion.
What sizes does Platos Closet buy?
At Plato’s Closet we buy styles for all and sizes for all. For women we buy sizes XS-6X in tops and 00-30 in bottoms. For men we buy sizes XS-4X in tops and 28-40 in bottoms. Earn cash on the spot today when you sell us your gently used tredny items!
Can you sell purses at Plato’s Closet?
No plastic/garbage bags or loose items. We also accept shoes, purses, backpacks, jewelry, and hats! We purchase all seasons, all year round so you can bring us last years styles or items you’re done wearing for the season.
Does Platos Closet have plus sizes?
Did you know that Plato’s Closet now sells plus size clothing up to a 6X?! Come in and shop TODAY! Help us grow our awesome plus size sections!
How long will Plato’s Closet hold your clothes?
The longest you can wait to pick up the clothes is two days, but I don’t recommend it. The quicker you go back to get them the better. Or you can stay in the store and shop around while you wait.
What is needed to sell on poshmark?
How to start selling on Poshmark
Create a free Poshmark account.Take photos of the item.Add a title and description.Set your pricing.Package, ship and get paid.Respond to comments quickly.Attend Posh Parties.Send offers to likers.
Does Plato’s Closet buy shoes?
We buy gently used teen and young adult clothes, shoes and accessories that are in good condition — no stains. We buy every day and will pay you cash on the spot, no appointment needed!
