The art of consignment at lela

The Consignment Process

Consignments are accepted by appointment only NO WALK IN’S will be accepted.
A maximum of 25 pieces are allowed per appointment.
Consignors receive 40% of sales (contemporary, vintage, or luxury) made from each consigned item in the form of STORE CREDIT. There is no cash payout available.

CONSIGNMENT CALENDAR

NO CONSIGNMENT INTAKE during the months of DECEMBER or JULY.

Spring mid-January- mid March

Summer April- mid June

Fall August-mid October

Winter mid October- November 30

Guidelines foR Consignment Items

Clothes need to be:

Clean; freshly laundered or dry cleaned, NO white anti-antiperspirant marks in underarm area
Stain-free
Free from odors including perfume and mothballs
Damage-free
Pet-hair free
No excessive wrinkles, on hangers preferred

Shoes need to be:

Good condition inside and out, mud free, and clean on the soles
Please remove any insoles prior to bringing in for review
No boxes will be kept upon review

*If you wouldn’t feel okay giving your items to someone you know - don’t consign it.

Consignment FAQs

Where do I schedule my consignment appointment?

The link to schedule your consignment appointment can be found at www.lelaboutique.com

Who decides the price of my consignment items?

Our team will price all items according to fair trade value based on our expertise and knowledge of the industry.

What happens if an item is lost, stolen, or damaged?

While we take great care and consideration of our shop and it's items, Lela Boutique will not be held responsible for items lost due to fire, damage, theft or any unusual circumstance.

What happens to my items at the end of the consignment season?

All unsold items are donated to an appropriate Milwaukee based charity.

How and when can I spend my store credit?

You may use the store credit balance at anytime. Additionally, when using store credit to make a purchase of either new or consignment items, you will receive a 10% discount on your entire purchase.

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Spring consignment examples

Spring

JANUARY 21 - MARCH 31

Light colors and spring prints

Mid- weight jackets, light colored sweaters, ¾ and short sleeve tops, denim, pants, skirts, dresses, raincoats, rain boots, leather shoes and sneakers.

Fabrics such as lace, jersey, poplin, ponte, crepe,denim, light wool

Summer

APRIL 1 - JUNE 15

Sumer prints and themes

Sundresses, tank tops, light jackets, hats, shorts, rompers, strappy shoes, sandals and sneakers.

Fabrics such as cotton, jersey, poplin, seersucker, linen, gauze, chambray, denim

Summer Consignment examples

Fall Consignment examples

FALL

AUGUST 1 - OCTOBER 15

Fall colors and themes

Mid- weight jackets, long sleeves, sweaters, dresses, pants, skirts, dresses, fashion boots, leather shoes, leather boots

Fabrics such as knits, flannel, corduroy, denim, wool

Winter

OCTOBER 15 - NOVEMBER 30

Winter and Holiday themes

Winter coats, furs, sweaters, holiday attire, dresses, pants, skirts, winter hats, snow boots,

Fabrics such as wool, sequins, velvet, flannel, corduroy, denim.

Winter Consignment examples