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Moving into a new place, downsizing or upsizing your current home or maybe you just need to refresh a room; consigning a piece of furniture might just be your best bet. Who doesn’t like the idea of getting rid of an old, yet valuable, piece of furniture and getting money or a brand new piece in exchange? While sitting on a six-month-old exquisite couch from Restoration Hardware—retailed for $5,000— AFM got to talk with Darlene Richert about her shop, Avery Lane, and the ins and outs of consigning as well as pro tips to get the most from your consign experience. 

From fine porcelain and crystal to suits and gowns to your kiddo's next Halloween costume, shop these Valley resale and consignment shops for smokin' deals (many offering up to 90 percent off retail price) on gently used finds. 

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Nestled in the most precious corner of 5th Street within Old Town Scottsdale amongst a multitude of boutiques businesses, and locally owned restaurants, lays the window front of 5 Two 3.

Named after the birthdate of best friends and duo owner team, Brittany and Karah, born on the same day May 23rd, the studio, showroom, and factory storefront holds treasured views. Draped fabrics, bright colors, sewing patterns, and walls filled with photo inspiration.

“It was always a dream of both of ours to own something and create...