How to Consign

Is your closet bulging with beautiful clothing, shoes, and accessories? Consider consigning with Art.i.fact!

Like most consignment boutiques, Art.i.fact has a distinct aesthetic. Some days we go elegant; other days it’s jeans and boots. We wear what makes us feel pretty, funky, hip, and just plain good. Please review our list of brands to learn more.

Please note: We are currently taking consignment by appointment only. To make an appointment, call 505-982-5000 or email artifactsantafe@gmail.com. All items must be cleaned according to the garment instructions, seasonally appropriate, and in ready-to-wear condition. We are not taking drop-offs at this time.

 

We seek out:

• Global designers

• Distinctive, collectable vintage garments

• Natural fibers

• Embroidery

• Texture

• Beaded details

• Leather handbags and accessories

• Made in USA/Japan/France/Italy/etc. 

• Boots! Cowboy, booties, lace-ups

• Conceptual items

• Current, on-trend pieces

• Cool sunglasses and sterling silver jewelry

• Fabulous scarves and wraps

• Men’s designer shirts

 

Here’s our consignment calendar:

January: Transition from winter to spring. Light jackets, sweaters, long pants. No heavy wool, please.

February/March: Spring items, including light dresses, cotton skirts.

April/May/June: Summer items, including sundresses and sandals.

July/August: Transition from summer to fall. Long-sleeve tops and dresses, jackets, light sweaters

September/October: Fall items, including medium weight jackets and sweaters, corduroy, cashmere.

November/December: Winter items, including down and wool coats.

 

Consignment Terms & Agreement (Please print and sign this pdf)

1. Call or email us for an appointment. Review our brand list to get an idea of what we’re looking for.
2. Bring your items neatly folded in bags or boxes; hangers are not required. We select what we believe our customers will buy. We consider style, brand, condition, and demand.
3. Items should reflect the current season and must be:

• clean, pressed, and in ready-to-wear condition
• free of stains
• have working zippers and all buttons in place
• free of holes or ripped seams
• free of odors, including cigarettes, pet odor, and moth balls

4. Prices generally are reduced during the 60-day consignment period to promote their sale.
5. You receive 40% of the sold price if you choose to cash out. If you opt to use store credit, you receive 40% plus an additional 10%. 

6. To receive a payout for your sold items, we offer two options. You can call or email us by the close of business on the Wednesday of the week you wish to be paid. We will transfer funds via Zelle or Venmo to you on Friday. If you are not able to use Zelle or Venmo or you are not comfortable with either of these, we will cut checks once a month. To receive a check, let us know by the 10th of the month. We will have checks available on the 15th of the month. If you wish to have the check mailed, we will charge $2.50 for postage and handling, unless you’ve provided a self-addressed, stamped envelope. 

7. If you retrieve your items within the first 30 days of consignment, you will be charged $2.50 per item for early release.

8. You will receive an email when your 60-day consignment period expires. You will have 7 days to retrieve your returns. Items that are not picked up within 7 days will be donated to a local nonprofit organization.
9. While we do our best to safeguard your items, we are not responsible for items that are stolen, lost, destroyed by a natural catastrophe or facility defect, or mishandled by careless shoppers.