Echo Consignments

Frederick could use a large clothing consignment shop for everyone that handles nice items that are not necessarily high end designer. Echo has the potential to be that; but, they have some cleaning up to do first. Right now, it’s a huge jumble of assorted stuff that’s way too messy and unorganized to find anything easily. Going through the racks today was frustrating to say the least. There was no apparent organization. I found dresses and kids clothes mixed in with various sized women’s tops and jackets and pants, ect. And, many of the items were worn looking. Actually, I love consignment shopping; but unless Echo cleans up the mess, I’m not interested in coming back here.

Creative displays and fair pricing, but not very well organized and clothing is so crowded that it’s difficult to see each item. Has more of a thrift store vibe.

Echo is absolutely my favorite place to shop. I drive about 40 minutes a couple of times a month to check it out because the selection is always changing. They always have such a huge selection of really cool vintage stuff, cute clothes for my daughter, awesome toys and books. The prices can’t be beat. But by far the best part about Echo is the staff. Elizabeth and Tina always have a smile on their face and are incredibly helpful. You won’t be disappointed!

Saw this business at The Children’s Festival today in Frederick, and went to check it out…
Very eclectic mix of consignment and vintage… and includes homewares, childrens toys, as well as clothing, furniture– just about anything.
They even had collections that could be used for crafting– old postcards, children’s blocks, vintage silverware and jewelry…
One thing I wish is that they were a little more selective in what they choose to sell. For example– I was looking for leggings for my daughter, and found two pairs, but both were $ 4. I can get new leggings at Target for $ 4. And I had to search through 15 other items that were mostly outdated, or the wrong season.
Same thing with children’s toys. I wanted to buy large lego blocks, and they had several bagged sets available, but they all looked mismatched.
If they had the space, maybe they could do a «bargain basement» type room with some of the items that are well-​used or out of style (even for books– they had some good classic children’s books, but then they had some other dated, sad looking books mixed in), and then focus on back-​in-​style vintage and current items.
Regardless of the odd mix, I got a plastic shopping cart for $ 4 that my daughter loves. And if you are looking to fill a toddler bed (or adult bed, I’m not judging) with Hello Kitty stuffed animals, you can find as many as you need right at Echo. I also saw some pretty cute Olivia toys, vintage car toys, even a Coach bag.
I’ll definitely stop back in, esp if I can find a DIY on Pinterest for those vintage blocks…