We love clothes! Almost as much as we love saving money, or laughing. That's a hard call. While we adore upscale women’s consignment treasures, we're equally focused on having fun & creating an atmosphere of delight.
Chris
Born in Indiana and raised in Nebraska (how Midwest can you get?) Chris moved to Portland in 1990 with her adored husband and cats. She lives in Southeast Portland and since relocating to the west coast, finally feels that she’s with her people. She is a mad, impetuous gardener and a complete leaf freak.HWGA is family to her and she’s made dear friends with many customers, vendors and staff members. She’s truly grateful for the warmth and good wishes she receives from customers and consignors. Chris loves used designer clothing, bringing the best to HWGA customers, and finds it a delightful challenge to reinvent her business each day.
Am-J
After having lived in six states and one other country, Am-J decided Portland was an excellent place to settle down –- for the time being! A self-proclaimed “shameless nerd,” she will talk to you about anything sci-fi or comic-related.In addition to nerding out on Firefly trivia, she loves to make fun, quirky cross stitch patterns and pieces. (Ask Chris about the shark!). Among her favorite fashion icons, Betsey Johnson is Am-J’s hero. Her cooking abilities are what she says her friends like most about her. Her favorite food is Mexican. And true confession? She’s a natural blonde!
Grace is aptly named for her calm demeanor and ability to keep smiling when things get a bit crazy. She's originally from Ashland and starting controlling our chaos in 2021.
Grace has a fascination for her less than typical pets, including jumping spiders, a corn snake and others.
Her style changes from day to day, from romantic and lacy to sneaker head influence. She admits to being a casual sneaker head, and loves to pair her many Adidas sneaks with her favorite go-to barrel leg jeans.
Over the years, we've learned that she also has a weakness for Swedish Fish.
Because it saves the planet
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Sustainable fashion for up to 75% off retail value, save big!
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Closet cleanouts are the best way to give room to newer items!
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Shop, Recycle, Reuse!
