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How about a display… wall?

Tired of the same-old same-old in your consignment, thrift, resale shop?

Want to take it up a notch for spring, look more Anthropologie-ish?

How about creating a display wall? Kind of a 2D swing shop? This could be on a wall, or as the inside-facing side of a flat display window backdrop. It could even be, as seen in the following photos, a cubbyhole closet if you have one.

The photos below are of ideas for closets and office areas at home, so you’ll have to use your imagination. For example, in the first photo, think clear boxes of for-sale scarves instead of the zippered storage boxes…

Display wall for consignment, resale shops

A modular approach is a great way to accommodate the varying merchandise we receive. Short hang rods allow focus on a style or color, similar to 2-ways.

Kidswear display wall idea from TGtbT.com

This modular design is especially great for the mix of clothing, toys, and equipment childrenswear resale shops juggle daily. Photo from closetideas.blogspot.com

A home decor nook display for resale, thrift, consignment shops

This could be an office-decor nook for a furniture resale shop of course… or a collection of feminine boudoir accessories, garden pieces or bar gear.

chifferobe for consignment

Not up to constructing a wall? Well, then, how about equipping a chifferobe, cupboard, armoire for the task?

You might also find useful ideas in these past posts: New uses for entertainment centers,and, especially for non-profit, thrift stores: OPEN HERE merchandising

What clever display clusters does your shop find most effective? Tell us in the comments!

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