During these economic times, things are tough for everyone, including kids. Teaching them about fiscal responsibility has never been easier. With new stores like Santa Monica’s Tween Scene Boutique opening and offering to buy sell and trade clothing, it teaches lessons to all involved…that resale is the new retail and you can get value if you take care of your clothing to resell later.
“We love dealing with this age because they know what they want. Unfortunately, what they want is brand names, and expensive items. This business is a win-win for parents and kids alike,” states Cole, the single mother of a tween girl and owner of the boutique. “We recently introduced our green line of clothing made to fit the American Girl dolls and it was all made from clothing that was otherwise doomed because of rips or stains.”
With this clever and
innovative approach, Cole is able to offer American girl Doll clothing at a fraction of what it is sold retail wise, and with a trendier and more up-to-date fashion edge. Also, it is so green because these items were ready for the trash that is how destroyed they were.
“I love this business and could not imagine doing anything else.” “I love that parents are grateful that something other than retail has opened around the corner for them.”
One of Cole’s customers states “now I don’t cringe when my daughter says she wants a pair of Juicy Couture track pants or True Religion jeans.” We carry these brands for around $35.
Since the boutique also doubles as a venue for events and parties, it is green in the sense that a parent can accomplish everything (shopping, partying and more) under one roof.
Tween Scene B
outique, perfect for the economy and a breath of fresh air for the environment.
WHERE PINK IS GREEN
www.shoptweenscene.com
Tween Scene Boutique
1456 Lincoln Blvd.
Santa Monica, CA 90401
