6 Reasons Cincinnati Loves Shopping Upscale Resale

Shopping at high-end consignment shops like Legacies Upscale Resale in Hyde Park is fun; you never know WHAT you will find. But there are lots of other reasons to give upscale resale a try. Here are nine of them:

1. Luxury for less

Our gently-used furniture, jewelry, rugs, art, antiques, tableware, home décor items, collectibles and fashion accessories are considered luxury goods, but we offer them at 50-80% off retail prices. During special promotions, selected categories are even more affordable. For example, in February all boutique merchandise and lighting items were 20% off our regular low prices!

During the year, we discount jewelry, tableware and other items.

We only sell top quality items in good condition; most of the time, you wouldn’t even know they were previously owned.

Shoppers are delighted to find top brands like Baker, Ethan Allen, Sherrill, Stiffel, Waterford, Lenox, Haviland and more on our showroom floor.

2. Unique and timeless values

At upscale resale shops like Legacies, you can discover rare, vintage, antique and one-of-a-kind pieces that simply aren’t available elsewhere.

Walking in our doors is truly starting a treasure hunt. Some shoppers come with a list of the special items they want to complete their home décor or wardrobe; others just go with the flow and see what catches their eye!

Here are just a few of the unusual, quirky and/or highly desirable items frequently found at Legacies:

• Table settings perfect for any style of entertaining such as Vintage Charm, Monochromatic Elegance or Farmhouse Chic
• Great books
• Hand-knotted rugs from Iran, India, Afghanistan, Turkey, Morocco and more
• Old cabinets, cupboards, dressers, tables and chairs you can transform from drab to fab with a simple paint job
• Hermès scarves, Coach handbags and Anne Klein watches hard to find in Cincinnati
• Small kitchen appliances, modern and vintage cookware, tableware, and serving pieces from Cuisinart, KitchenAid, Oster, Pyrex, Corning Ware and Dansk
• Victorian Revival, Art Nouveau, Art Deco, Mid-Century Modern and Retro Glamour necklaces, rings, bracelets, lockets and more
• Entertainment armoires that can be easily turned into chic bars
• Fur and faux-fur coats
• Figurines from Llandró, Meiseen, Capodimonte, Dresden, Sevres and Royal Nyphenburg
• Stunning Sterling silver pieces

Many of our items are distinctive, limited edition or handmade. They simply aren’t available anywhere else.

3. Better quality

Vintage furnishings from iconic brands are often made with solid wood and superior craftsmanship; they last longer and can be resold with minimal depreciation.

Beautiful estate jewelry, costume jewelry and used jewelry sold in stores like ours is often made with solid gold, platinum and high-quality gemstones.

We carefully choose all our inventory, ensuring you get stylish, high-quality pieces.

4. Ethical production and sustainability

Buying second-hand reduces waste and the demand for new production, making it an eco-friendly choice. Many boutique brands prioritize ethical production, so buying resale extends the life of thoughtfully-made merchandise.

5. Immediate availability

Unlike new furniture that may take weeks or months for delivery, resale pieces are ready to take home right away. For vintage or antique items, you don’t have to wait for auctions. For newer collectibles, there’s no waiting for new releases.

6. Shop, save and support

Shopping at Legacies feels good, because you know the money you spend goes to a good cause. Our profits support Cancer Support Community in Greater Cincinnati and Northern Kentucky, making more than 250 free programs available to people with cancer and their families.

If you haven’t been to Legacies ever or lately, stop in anytime you are near Hyde Park Plaza. You might find just the thing you’ve been looking for, and even if you don’t, you’ll enjoy browsing all our treasures.