Name / Business name / Location:
Kelly Arent / Urban Garage Market in Benton Harbor, Michigan
How long have you been a vintage vendor?
Where do you sell your items (store, markets, both)?
Currently only sell in my brick and mortar shop
How would you describe your brand/style?
Modern vintage
What kind of items are sold in your store?
Painted furniture, Annie Sloan Chalk Paint, clothes, jewelry, home goods, kitchen goods, fresh plants.
What are some of your most popular sellers?
There are several items hot now… word wall art, paint, jewelry.
What are a few Do’s and Don’ts that you would tell a new vendor?
Absolutely take all old sticker tags off items!!!! Staging furniture is a must.
Do you have any quick tips for increasing sales?
Rotating items help sell quickly.
What expectations do you have for the vendors in your store?
Items must be clean and not broken in any way. They must all use social media to promote.
What do you like most about being a vintage vendor?
Being a vintage seller really helps people see that home decor doesn’t have to be perfect and all matchy matchy.
What is one thing you’d tell a new vendor who dreams of opening their own shop one day?
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