By Jessica Pruitt In 1974, when Kerstin Block first had the idea for a different sort of secondhand shop, she never expected it to grow into what it is today – she just followed her love of thrift store shopping. “I came upon the idea that there must be other people who are equally addicted […]
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Shop After Hours At Buffalo Exchange Eugene’s Student Night!
Calling all UO Ducks! Is your wardrobe ready for spring? Kick-off the new semester in style at Buffalo Exchange Eugene! On Wednesday, January 29th, join us at our store in the Market District (131 E 5th Ave, 97401) from 7pm to 9pm for an exclusive after-hours shopping event. Students only! Please show your student ID […]
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Now Buying for Winter!
All Buffalo Exchange stores are preparing for chilly days! We’re looking to fill our racks with everything from sweaters, coats and heavy jackets to denim and boots. Cleaning out winter accessories like scarves and beanies? We’re buying those, too! If you’re not ready to part with your winter favorites but still want to sell your […]
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Lessons in Style from Buffalo Exchange Shopper Mark Aubrey
By Aarian Frye; Photography by Furey Stirrat
A Tucson transplant by way of the great plains, Mark Aubrey is a longtime Buffalo Exchange customer with a unique sense of style and a great appreciation for secondhand shopping. Mark grew up in Oklahoma, where his love of patterns, color and texture got a lot of attention. When he traveled down to the Southwest for grad school, he discovered Buffalo Exchange Tucson. Since then, he’s browsed his way through various locations over the past 28 years and found some amazing pieces along the way – find out what he loves about shopping resale!
Mark’s Favorite Buffalo Finds
Since starting to shop at Buffalo Exchange, Mark has collected many pieces to round out his style – a gold pair of Oakley sunglasses and a Minnetonka bucket hat are among his favorites. In fact, the vintage leather hat is such a prized possession that, when it went missing one time, Mark’s friends created a lost-and-found post on social media. Luckily, Mark shares with a chuckle, the hat “was found stuffed between the wall and my bed’s headboard.” In keeping with his love of accessories, Mark’s favorite section in the store is the shoe wall – he’s always in search of his next pair of sneakers.
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Art in ATX: Local Artist Alex Coronel’s Mural At Buffalo Exchange Austin
By Marcella Willden, Photography and Artwork by Alex Coronel
It’s been said that a picture is worth 1,000 words, but we think this new mural at Buffalo Exchange Austin, painted by local artist Alex Coronel, is easily worth 1 million! To learn more about his incredible mural, we caught up with Alex to chat about his creative process, passion for art and love for Buffalo Exchange.
When did your passion for art begin?
I’ve always considered myself an artist and I’ve been painting for as long as I can remember! When I worked for a friend’s theater company after college, I started creating murals without even knowing it — they needed an artist, so I signed on and painted a few backdrops. That experience came in handy when I applied to do my first mural and I felt more prepared than I initially thought I would!
How would you describe your artistic style?
I’d say that my style is ever-changing and unlimited. I would never want to snuff the light of an idea just because it wouldn’t fit into a certain style of mine. So, a lot of the time, I try a medium or style I’m not too familiar with. I quite enjoy it!
What advice do you have for aspiring artists?
Take chances! Instead of limited yourself to an 8×11 canvas, paint on something that’s 6 feet tall. Fill that space with something big— it doesn’t literally have to be a 6ft canvas, it can be anything that intimidates you. It might not be what you initially had in mind, but you may surprise yourself. I want to encourage aspiring artists to explore the art world with confidence and tenacity.
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Sip and Shop with Buffalo Exchange Tucson and Rush Bowls!
If it feels like the spring semester arrived too soon, Buffalo Exchange Tucson and Rush Bowls have something to make your 8am lecture just a little bit sweeter. Sip and Shop with us from January 25th through February 1st and you can save big at both of our stores — just show your Buffalo Exchange receipt at Rush Bowls to receive 10% off of fruit bowls or smoothies or show your Rush Bowls receipt at Buffalo Exchange to receive a $5 off clothing coupon!
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Buffalo Exchange Wants Your Menswear!
Hey fellas, Buffalo Exchange Fullerton, Long Beach and Santa Monica want to help you start the new year in style: it’s time for Dude-a-Palooza! Is your closet in need of some spring cleaning? This is the perfect time to sell your closet cleanout at Buffalo Exchange. Stop by one of these three SoCal stores now through January 31st to receive $5 off your next purchase when you sell us 5 or more pieces of awesome menswear! We’re currently buying for winter, spring and the best of all seasons, and your cleanout could turn into 30% back in extra spending cash or 50% in trade to spend on your spring wardrobe update. Dude-A-Palooza only comes around every so often, so don’t delay – for your chance to pick up a $5 off coupon when you sell 5 pieces of menswear, visit us Monday through Saturday 10am-8pm or Sundays 11am-7pm at the following locations only:
See you soon!
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Shop After Hours At Buffalo Exchange Eugene’s Student Night!
Calling all UO Ducks! Is your wardrobe ready for spring? Kick-off the new semester in style at Buffalo Exchange Eugene! On Wednesday, January 29th, join us at our store in the Market District (131 E 5th Ave, 97401) from 7pm to 9pm for an exclusive after-hours shopping event. Students only! Please show your student ID at the door. Shop for cozy and cute winter pieces to get you through the rest of the season while getting a head start on warm-weather wear for spring. We’ll keep the party going with tasty refreshments, a super fun photobooth to get the perfect snapshot of you and your besties, and we’ll even be giving away gifts with purchase! But that’s not all: we’ll also be holding a raffle for a $50 gift card and swag bag! Must be present at the time of the drawing to win. We can’t wait to see you there!
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Shop, Save and Fundraise at a Clothing for the Community® $1 Sale!
TUCSON! Shop, save and fundraise at an upcoming Clothing for the Community® $1 sale! Update your wardrobe with a fantastic selection of clothing & accessories for JUST $1 apiece while supporting a great local non-profit. Through our new Clothing for the Community® program, Southern Arizona non-profit 501(c)(3) organizations can apply to receive large clothing donations from Buffalo Exchange’s Sell By Mail program. Charities can then use this donation of clothing and accessories to generate money for their organization by hosting a $1 Sale. Variations of this program have raised $40,591 since 2015 and we look forward to even more charities and organizations benefiting from these donations. Read on to find out about $1 sales coming up soon!
Saturday, February 8th
BICAS $1 Sale
On Saturday, February 8, BICAS will be hosting a fundraising $1 Sale at 2001 N 7th Ave. The sale starts at 9am and goes until 1pm (or while supplies last). 100% of the proceeds will benefit BICAS and their mission to support affordable bicycle transportation, education and creative recycling in Tucson. $1 items go quickly, so get there early to support this fantastic cause. Sale is CASH ONLY.
Date: Saturday, February 8th
Time: 9am-1pm (while supplies last)
Location: 2001 N 7th Ave
***Pay with CASH or CARD (card purchases limited to $5 and up)***
Saturday, March 21
Girl Scouts of Southern Arizona $1 Sale
On Saturday, March 21, Girl Scouts of Southern Arizona will be hosting a fundraising $1 Sale at Trinity Presbyterian Church (400 E. University Blvd.). The sale starts at 9am and $1 items go quickly, so get there early to support this fantastic cause! 100% of the proceeds will benefit Girl Scouts of Southern Arizona, which services girls age 5-17 in Pima, Cochise, Greenlee, Yuma, and Santa Cruz Counties, along with southern parts of Graham, Maricopa and Pinal Counties
Date: Saturday, March 21
Time: 9am-1pm (while supplies last)
Location: Girl Scouts of Southern Arizona (4300 E Broadway Blvd)
***Pay with CASH or CARD (card purchases limited to $10 and up)***
Sunday, April 5th
Friends of Pima Animal Care Center $1 Sale
On Sunday, April 5, Friends of Pima Animal Care Center (PACC) will be hosting a $1 fundraising Sale at the Pima Animal Care Center (4000 N Silverbell Rd.). The sale starts at 9am and goes until 1 pm (or while supplies last). All of the proceeds from this sale will go directly to Friends of PACC and will help them to support PACC in their efforts to save pets in need who are waiting for a loving home. $1 items go quickly, so be sure to arrive early and help support Friends of PACC for this wonderful cause!
Date: Sunday, April 5
Time: 9am-1pm (while supplies last)
Location: Pima Animal Care Center (4000 N. Silverbell Rd)
***Pay with CASH or CARD (card purchases limited to $10 and up)***
Saturday, May 16th
Downtown Community School $1 Sale
On Saturday, May 16th, Downtown Community School will host a $1 Sale at their campus ( 614 S Meyer Ave). The sale will begin at 9am and goes until 1pm, or while supplies last. 100% of the proceeds from this sale will go directly to Downtown Community School in their effort to provide quality education to all students. $1 items go quickly, so be sure to arrive bright and early!
***Pay with CASH or CARD (card purchases limited to $10 and up)***
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Happy New Year and Thank You for a Wonderful 2019!
As 2019 comes to its end and we enter the new decade, we find ourselves grateful for all of the wonderful things that have happened over the past year and we’re looking forward to what’s to come. We want to say thank you to all of the customers and employees who have supported Buffalo Exchange through the years and contributed to our success. We simply couldn’t do it without you! Wishing everyone a fantastic 2020!
Buffalo Exchange Seattle (Market)
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Buffalo Exchange San Diego (Pacific Beach)
Do your New Year’s resolutions involve a love for fashion, people and working hard in a fun and friendly environment? Start 2020 off right by joining our herd! We’re always looking to expand our Buffalo Family and we offer a ton of perks like paid time off and an employee discount to name a few. If you’re looking for a fresh start to the New Year, stop by any of our locations and apply in-store or online today. Happy New Year!
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Tokens for Bags® Charities
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. Our Tokens for Bags® program has raised over $803,000 for thousands of local charities since 1994, saving over 16.06 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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Way Out West: Meet Buffalo Exchange Austin Store Manager Lucy
Ever wanted to know more about the amazing people that make up Buffalo Exchange? Recently, we caught up with Lucy Abare, Store Manager at Buffalo Exchange Austin, to ask her a few questions about how she got started at Buffalo Exchange and what the job means to her!
What led you to apply at Buffalo?
I was new to Austin and loved fashion. Walking into Buffalo Exchange for the first time was exciting because it gave me a feel for my new neighborhood and community. I remember feeling like this was a place I could see myself working. While waiting to sell clothes one day I decided to fill out an application.
What position did you start out in?
I started as a part-time Buyer and just immersed myself in the clothing and the culture. I loved the job and gave it my all every day. About a year into the job, a management position opened up and my manager asked me to apply. I didn’t think I was the person they needed for the job, but they were confident I would be good at it. Six years later, here we are! I’m so glad they believed in me and gave me the push to try something new.
What do you like best about the job?
Every Buffalo Exchange store is so connected to its local community. I love getting to meet all of our customers – especially new people that I wouldn’t meet in my own social circles. The job really broadened my horizons in that way.
How do you think your employees would describe the environment at your store?
Supportive and fun. The environment is also one of endless curiosity – employees want to learn more and are always working to do so. I really encourage them to try new things and be okay with mistakes so long as they learn from them. I also love coaching and being a team leader because I’m able to motivate my staff every day to learn more and improve.
What kind of skills do you think you’ve picked up along the way?
I’ve learned a lot over the years, but the most valuable thing I’ve picked up is people skills – how to build authentic relationships with people. Buffalo Exchange places a lot of emphasis on transparency and honest communication.
What is your impression of Buffalo Exchange as a company?
The things Buffalo Exchange values are the things that I value in my personal life – giving back to the community and giving back to the environment. I think that the way Buffalo Exchange values people and our world is so important. It allows us to be collectively sustainable and to grow as we move forward.
Does working at Buffalo Exchange sound like the job for you? You’re in luck because we’re hiring at locations across the country! Your love for fashion, sustainability and working with people could be the perfect fit. Learn more about our open positions, then apply online or stop into your local Buffalo Exchange – we’d love to meet you in person!
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Holiday Lookbook: Sparkly 80s Prom Inspiration
By Marcella Willden, Photography by Monique Woolley for Buffalo Exchange Hillcrest
2020 is just around the corner and so are the New Year’s Eve parties! Do you have your look ready to ring in the new decade? If not, we’ve got you covered: scroll through to get some 80s prom-themed inspiration from Buffalo Exchange San Diego (Hillcrest)!
