GENERATIONS

Contract terms

What the store pays a consignor, and on what schedule. Where a store also buys outright, these describe the consignment side only.

Consignor split

Handbags, Accessories, and Jewelry: 50% ($500 and below), 60% ($501-$1500), 70% ($1501 and above). Clothing, Shoes, and Decor: 50% regardless of sale price.

Contract length

90 days

Markdown schedule

Consigned merchandise is reduced by 20% after the first 30 days and 40% after 60 days. Consignor agrees that the Consignee may, at any time during the consignment period, reduce the listed price of any consigned item to 50% off, or any other agreed-upon discount percentage, without prior notice to the Consignor.

Payout method

Consignors may be eligible to receive payment in the form of store credit to be used exclusively at GENERATIONS in Bala Cynwyd, Pa. At any time, the Consignor may elect to have their remaining credit balance converted to cash by contacting Generations.

Unsold items

If an item has not sold by the end of its designated selling period... we reserve the right to donate it to eligible local charities... AT THE END OF YOUR 90 DAY CONTRACT, IF WE DO NOT HEAR FROM YOU, (WE WILL ALLOW A 7 DAY GRACE PERIOD) YOUR UNSOLD ITEMS BECOME THE PROPERTY OF GENERATIONS.

Not disclosed: payout timing, store credit bonus.

What they accept

Stores are selective — brand tiers, condition standards and seasonal windows are normal, and being turned down once does not mean a store is closed to you.

Categories accepted

women’s & men’s clothing, shoes, jewelry, accessories, decorative and unique decor

Brand tier

designer, vintage, and couture

Condition standard

gently used or new, excellent condition, in style and in season

Seasonal rules

March-April: Spring; May-July: Summer; August: Fall Transitional; September-Mid October: Fall; Late October-January: Winter; February: Transitional/Resort Wear

Not accepted

out-of-season items, items with wrinkles, stains, damage, odors, animal hair, items stored with or near mothballs, items in plastic trash bags

Getting started & intake

The practical details — when to turn up, what to bring, and how long a decision takes.

Intake method

appointment

Intake days & hours

Tuesday 12:30PM - 5:30PM, Wednesday - Saturday 10:30AM - 5:30PM

Account setup required

Yes

Account fee

$3.50 monthly administrative fee

Review method

in-store drop-off, or a private home pick-up

Turnaround

seven to ten business days

Not disclosed: minimum items, items per visit, id required.

Where to watch for new arrivals

Stock turns over constantly and most of it is one of a kind. These are the places this store shows what has just come in.

• Store website →

Shipping & delivery

Whether the store can get an item to you, or move a large piece for you.

Ships purchases

Yes

Not disclosed: ships furniture, arranges freight, local delivery.