I always take a final lap around the thrift store before checking out just to make sure I didn’t miss anything. It was my lucky day a couple months ago at Valley Thrift in Cincinnati, because the final lap revealed a practically new pair of Sam Edelman Petty Booties (retail price: $140.00) for $4.00! I’m pretty sure the shop attendant who priced them didn’t realize what they had, because they aren’t shy about pricing nice things in the $10-20 range at least.
They’re a perfect fit and really comfortable despite having such a low toe box and angled toe. I like that they’re an alternative to ballet flats and a great option under flared jeans. I know bloggers have been raving about this style for awhile now, but I don’t put much stock in the opinions of people who actually like wearing heels – I just assume that everything they wear is uncomfortable – but these are awesome. If you like this style, maybe try your luck on ebay?
Thanks! They're probably the nicest quality shoes I've ever owned.
Those shoes are amazing!
Those shoes are amazing!
Thanks. I love them. I don't mind when people haggle with me on larger items at the thrift shop where I work; sometimes I put a price on something knowing that there will need to be some wiggle room, but I know that's not true for all shops. Getting resale value just right is hard sometimes, though, so I think it would be wise for charity shops (especially the ones prone to overpricing here in the US) to consider a range of acceptable sale prices.
brilliant score on the boots, they were the first thing i noticed. and nice to have a good pair of shoe/boot going into the colder weather – such a handy pair. sometimes I too will remark that 'I cant believe that I got this ____ for ____' (generally when its something I value) however by the same token, I would never haggle in a charity shop, if thats their price thats their price – so if i score a bargain, well happy days