2/4 - The perks of local liquidation stores (Kathy's Closet in RI and D&D Liquidators in MA)

Hiii everyone! This is... kind of a gyaru-type of posting but also just I wanted to blog about where I like to shop locally for may it be gyaru things, but also just in general as there's a lot of discussion on where to shop aside from the big box stores, and how to buy things in these economic times, but also it might just help us all out to save some money!

Typically people talk about thrift stores, but I wanted to bring attention to the local liquidation stores!! These types of stores basically sell new goods that big box stores don't count as "in season" anymore and it's all discounted! If you've heard of an Ollie's before, or even an Ocean State Job lot, that's the idea. You don't 100% know what you'll get, but you'll get it at a cheaper price!

Now, with the idea of shopping local, it's definitely a GREAT idea to check out what local stores are near you! This might have to be done by looking on facebook, word of mouth, or maybe the instagram algorithm will bless you with one not too far! The interesting part is that no local liquidation store is the same, as I'm sure they all get their stock from various places. Today I want to talk about two that are close to me, and if you're in the RI / MA area, I HIGHLY recommend checking these both out.

First, we have Kathy's Closet in Woonsocket RI. They just relocated a few months ago closer to Route 99. I found out about Kathy's Closet from my mom! She found them on facebook and shared with me a lot of the deals they have. They have daily deals, new items coming in, and of course, Kathy works there herself and she is SO friendly! She is always posting updates in the Facebook group I linked, so you'll be up to date on all of the deals!

When it comes to stock, they have a LOT of beauty products. A couple of months ago they did a fill a bag of sponges for a set price (I want to say it was like 2 or 5 dollars?) and now I am set on sponges for probably the rest of my life. They also did fill a bag of beauty products for 10 dollars and I was able to stock up on brushes and once again, set for the rest of my life. They also have a good cycle of rotating stock in general, but I am usually there for beauty products, press on nails, and cans of lacroix (it's like... really cheap a can... why not) I remember the first time I went and got a bunch of a snacks that were out of holiday season but still good until 2025!! I remember thinking the discount at CVS after the holiday was good, but this was EVEN better.

If you're in Mass, I would check out D&D Liquidators in Sterling MA!! I actually just went there for the first time this past weekend and I had a wonderful experience!! One of their instagram reels came up on my personal and I just really liked Dave's vibe as he advertised the weekly sales, and I was like "hm. I wish I could go!" little to my surprise that it's only in Sterling MA!! They started up in September of 2024, and currently are only open on the weekends, but it's so worth the trip.

When it comes to Stock, they definitely have a much different selection compared to Kathy's Closet. I saw a lot of International Concepts (INC) for sale, and ahh I was tempted but I did not need to get myself a leopard print shirt!! There were also a lot of very expensive sheet sets selling for 20-40 bucks, I even picked myself up a new set! I also got my puppy a cute little jacket, because I love to buy her clothes!!! If I didn't have so many shoes, I was also really tempted for their boots for 20 dollars, and they also had such a pretty collection of prom dresses (I almost bought one... but I stopped myself.)

Dave and Michelle were so friendly and welcoming too! As I heard customers come in I would hear them greeting and chatting, they've already got such a good customer base already!! And when I went to pay they were both so friendly and wonderful. I am definitely planning on taking my friends up with me again in the future. 

Now would I be shopping at these stores ALL of the time? Probably not, as just like with thrift stores, there just might not be anything you need that week. If your local spot has social media I would definitely consider checking those as they post what they have for sale/discounts. 

Ok! That’s all for this blog post - I leave you with a picture of my dog River in her jacket :)