3800 Grand Ave. S.
Minneapolis, MN 55409
Phone: 612-861-7030
Hours: Thurs.-Fri. 10 a.m. to 7 p.m.; Sat.-Sun. 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, MasterCard
Checks accepted: No
Gift certificates: No
Gift receipts: No
Return policy: All items final sale
Price range: Average item $10; $8 to $60 range
Size range: Depends on current stock, but there is a plus-sized section, a maternity section, and a girls section
Carry organic materials: Depends on current stock
Partner perch: No
Brands of note: Depends on current stock
Shop here for: Gently-used classic pieces, workwear staples, embellished blouses and skirts, cashmere galore
A colorful blue and turquoise geometric mural adorns the brick exterior of this homey neighborhood consignment shop, and the parquet floors, pale green walls, and blue tooled tin ceiling make for a welcoming shopping environment. Local customers are often found chatting with the employees as they prepare to offload old duds and trade up for whatever calls to them from the carefully-curated racks.
Most of Better Than Ever’s offerings are on the safe side: J.Jill sweaters, Banana Republic dresses, Gap slacks, Ann Taylor blazers. There’s also an abundance of ruching, appliqué, and embellishment on the blouses and skirts. But when you can nab quality winter coats for $30 and cashmere for $20, you know you’ve found a gem of a consignment shop.
Merchandise is organized on roll racks by size, and the store includes sections for maternity wear, plus sizes, and girls clothing. In addition to the duds, you’ll find a small but affordable selection of hats – everything from newsboy caps to fur-lined trappers – and a few pairs of shoes. A smattering of jewelry and handbags adorns the front counter.
This family-friendly shop is a great place for office-friendly attire and cute casual staples.