Okay, so $700 isn't all that cheap for a used suit—but what if it's Chanel? Many of the items here, from jeans to fur coats, are new merchandise; the rest is on consignment. The staff makes periodic markdowns, ranging from 20% to 50% over a 90-day period.
Part of an East Coast chain, these consignment stores have a catch-as-catch-can flavor that entrances some shoppers and drives others nuts. The Closet outshines Second Time Around in every regard, but if you're in a bargain-hunting mood, you might find a keeper.