This story could have also been called "No good deed goes unpunished."
“Also,” she said, “please don’t bring clothing in on hangers.”
This is the part when I began seeing red and thinking, I would've just thrown the clothes in a pile and light them up 😡 But I can be quick on the trigger sometimes 🤠
And then the next beauty,
...when I walked in with my bags of clothes, the woman said, “Oh, I’m sorry, but the clothing must be on hangers.”
I can feel my blood pressure rising reading this part. Heh. You have the patience of a saint. Hilarious story (though sadly an annoying experience for you).
Oh my gosh, @litguru, thank you for feeling my pain! I actually find the whole thing as amusing as it is annoying. But writing this made me realize that I am absolutely done with these businesses. In no other retail situation do I find people this cold and rude, and end up feeling like I was treated like something diseased and unworthy. It really is a wonder that they thrive! And I am not alone. The online reviews are a mix of good experiences — and very very bad.
It's surprising they're still in business given the mixed reviews. The demand for their types of products must be high. Go figure. :)
Yes, you're exactly right! Women are constantly refreshing their wardrobes for different seasons, events, and activities — from professional to casual to out on the town. It's very expensive. So these shops capitalize on the resale opportunity. On the upside, it's possible to find fashionable wear (even top brands) at a fraction of the price of new.