By Jessica Pruitt, Buffalo Exchange HQ

We’re only a month into 2017, but we’ve already seen some fantastic style inspiration from Buffalo Exchanges across the US. Topping the list this month are shoes, shoes and more shoes! Here are our top 10 most popular Instagram photos of January 2017. Looks like Buffalo Exchange customers are as shoe crazy as we are…

10. Twinkle Toes, Buffalo Exchange Seattle (Ballard)

This winning combo of tights, socks and star-print Oxfords has us dreaming of milkshakes and 50s-style sock hops.

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Every six months, we support new local charities through our Tokens for Bags® program. Instead of giving out bags, we give customers the opportunity to donate five cents (the cost of the bag) to a charity of their choice. Since 1994, we have raised over $704,200 for thousands of local nonprofit organizations through our Tokens for Bags® program, saving 14 million bags from polluting the environment.

Find your local Buffalo Exchange below and check out the charities you can give back to.

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The Lantern wrote an article on Buffalo Exchange titled “Buffalo Exchange Forges a Community Closet” on January 30, 2017.

“Buffalo Exchange is a clothing company that recycles fashion by reselling clothes bought from customers to be traded or sold to others — and now it has come to Clintonville at 2643 N. High St…While Buffalo Exchange is relatively new to Clintonville — having opened in early December — the company started in 1974 and has spread to 49 locations in 20 states over the years. Weldon worked in the Texas, Minnesota and Washington, D.C. locations prior to coming to Columbus. …”

By Mina Brewer, Buffalo Exchange Boston (Somerville)

My name is Mina and I’ve been a Buffalo gal for what feels like forever! I grew up shopping at the Buffalo in Tucson and now I’m a college senior working at the Somerville Buffalo Exchange in Boston. Working at Buffalo Exchange has been so fun and so challenging. The best part is, I’ve had the opportunity to really focus my personal style. Since my first day here, I’ve totally transformed.

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Words by Aarian Frye, Photos by Emelie Wisnieski and Dominique Maciulla, Buffalo Exchange Tucson

Buffalo Exchange Tucson Buyer Aarian talks about working at Buffalo and how the job has helped her fashion dreams come true! From normcore to modern funk, her style is as vibrant as she is.

How long have you been with Buffalo?

My anniversary is in March, so that’ll be two amazing years I’ve been with The Herd.

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By Buffalo Exchange San Diego (Pacific Beach)

The best part of Buffalo Exchange is the fantastic variety of inventory that comes through every single day. We went shopping at our San Diego Buffalo Exchange to find out what’s on offer!

Embroidered Ambrosia

This “Needle & Thread” dress has some unbelievable hand-embroidered beading!  Originally retailing for $649, this amazing gem can be found in perfect condition at our store for only $60!

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Nylon mentioned Buffalo Exchange in “5 Things I Learned From Living Zero Waste” on January 24, 2017: “Buying recycled clothing is significantly more rewarding than fast fashion…I hit up my local Buffalo Exchange to shop for secondhand threads. My mission? To find a party look that stood out among a sea of Zara knockoffs. I scored a unique pair of square-toed metallic gold heels and an embroidered velvet dress. I looked great, and the fact that I shopped responsibly made me feel that much more confident.”

By Buffalo Exchange Hawthorne

You can’t go wrong with the classic combination of your favorite j​eans and ​a tee, but a few simple additions can go a long way towards kicking your style up a notch for 2017! Find out our top 3 ways to wear jeans and a T-shirt.

Outdoor Heritage

Whether you’re meeting your girlfriend’s parents or heading out for a mountain adventure, this look has you covered. Start by grabbing your favorite vintage tee, then layering a flannel button-down like this great wool Pendleton over it. Add some classic chinos for an effortlessly dressed up feel and throw a retro color-blocked jacket on top. Polish it off with a classic cap and a pair of Doc Marten desert boots and you’re ready for any adventure that comes your way.

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By Amelia Gotobed, Buffalo Exchange HQ

At Buffalo Exchange, we know that we owe our success to the communities that surround us. That’s why giving back has always been built into our business model. For the past 22 years, Buffalo Exchange has been supporting the arts in its birthplace of Southern Arizona through the Buffalo Exchange Arts Award. According to Spencer Block, art is not the cherry on top – it’s essential to the well-being of society.

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The Pueblo Chieftain mentioned Buffalo Exchange in “Coats for Cubs drive brings Warmth, Bonding to Orphaned Wildlife” on January 18, 2017: “Coats for Cubs was founded originally by the Humane Society of the United States in 2005. Buffalo Exchange became involved in 2006 and in 2011 took over the operation as costs became too great for the Humane Society…The drive, which runs until April 22, has collected more than 12,000 coats since 2006. Last year, the drive collected and redistributed 1,178 furs…The furs provide bedding for animals. …”