Very quick smooth service. I took my clothes folded in a clear plastic vin as they don't want clothes being brought in plastic garbage bags. I also brought a lot of shoes in their original boxes ( I like to keep everything as it comes so it stays clean and organized) they accepted a few of my items since they need what is in season. I have a ton of clothes and shoes that I realize are in great condition but never wear anymore, so I felt this would be a great way to get rid of and still get some money. Received my cash for it and took the rest back. They were very friendly and efficient. The store has a TON of items, I had to leave so I didn't end up buying more clothes lol because I'm clearly trying to make space at home. I will definitely keep bringing stuff back occasionally when I do my closet cleanings! read more

Plato's Closet - Bradenton - Used, Vintage & Consignment Near Me - Bradenton, Florida

Everything was fine, but I felt that Madi came across as unprofessional and somewhat rude or dismissive.

The customer service is absolutely horrible. There is a blonde girl in there that gossips loudly and snubs noses everyone! She doesn't want to do anything but stand there and talk! I just want to buy clothes and get out, not here about why you are still on your period a week later...every single time! I hate I love the clothes lol read more

Twice I went to sell a few things. Again, they stated that my items were not up to date. WOW, how up to date do you want, two items were purchased only 3 months ago. All of my items were freshly cleaned and ironed. Kids work behind the counter not interested in what you bring in. Will never walk into the store again. read more

The staff are rude. I would genuinely hate to work here because of their hatefulness to eachother. They are teenagers who don't do anything but sit on their butts and talk loud crap about their own coworkers. I have also experienced a high level of disrespect from the employees each time i come in. Im just overly disappointed read more

I don't know how to express it, but worst experience ever took some clothes to sell they gave me back every single piece I gave them. They only kept one item. They stated that the clothes was out of date when everything was bought in the past six months, no ripped stained clothes was in there super good brands. We're in the bag only got back $13 when they took an item that is the value more than $50 with price tag on it. And if you look around the store, majority of the items more than half or very out to date clothing. read more

Unprofessional and Unpleasant Experience at Bradenton Location My fiancé and I have been shopping at and selling to Plato's Closet for years, visiting various locations from Tampa to Sarasota. While we've occasionally had frustrating experiences, the Bradenton location stands out for all the wrong reasons and tarnishes the reputation of Plato's Closet as a whole. We recently moved to Sarasota and decided to sell some gently used, high-quality clothing. Although the Sarasota location was closer, Bradenton seemed more organized, so we gave it a shot. From the moment we walked in, the staff's lack of enthusiasm was evident--no warm welcome, just the feeling that they didn't want to be there. We were told the evaluation process would take 25-30 minutes, which is standard. However, within 10 minutes, we were told they accepted six items for a total of $3.50. These items included brand-new leggings, barely-worn $200 Jordan 11s, Gymshark outfits, and Victoria's Secret PINK items. Their offer was insulting, to say the least. Determined to give them another chance, we returned with the same items a few days later. This time, the offer was even lower for more items. My fiancé questioned their decision, as the items were still in pristine condition. The staff's response? Rudeness and dismissiveness. On my most recent visit, December 14, 2024, they refused to take anything. Their excuse? My clothes were "outdated" because they don't accept anything from before 2022. What a joke! These were stylish, high-quality items in excellent condition. This policy--and their attitude--are a disgrace and an embarrassment to the Plato's Closet brand. The staff (a group of young women, including a blonde, one with a septum piercing, and a Hispanic woman) barely reviewed the items on each visit. The blonde didn't even go through half the box and clearly didn't refold anything after looking at it--a stark contrast to how we neatly presented the items. Overall, the experience was uncomfortable, unprofessional, and downright unpleasant. This location lacks basic customer service skills and attention to detail. If Plato's Closet values its reputation, the management needs to address the attitude and work ethic of this team. Until then, I'd strongly recommend avoiding this location. read more

I don't know if it's the new staff but I read the other review wanted to give them the benefit of the doubt. But they really do not know not to do there jobs or are just lazy. I took my stuff in about a week ago and mind you this is clothes I wore when I was 18-22. I donated my stuff because people keep thinking I'm 18 when I'm 25 cause the way I dress. I knew Plato's was the perfect place for my style cause I've gone here for about 15 years now. Some items I literally got from this location and wore once. She told me my clothes were too "formal" I just laughed in her face and I said crop tops and short tight dresses from SHEIN and sweatpants and boating trunks are formal now? And she just stared at me. They took the brand new $20 playboy swimsuit and brand new $25 charlotte Russe dress though even though it's not season right now for summer wear so why would they stock up on it? Yay. I went in with 2.5 tubblewares of brand new or worn once clothes and heels and walked out with $9 for two things and it took them 4 hours. They couldn't even find my stuff when I got there and it was the only tubblewares they had. Mind you I went to another store before this and they said my stuff wasn't formal enough for their clothing store. So what is it? Formal or not? read more

Horrible horrible business .I turned in a box of perfectly good clothes and they chose three items and wanted to give me 10 bucks for a pair of vans and ,a tshirt and pair of shorts .So horrible read more

Just tried to go on a Sunday which says there open 11-6 with sign on the door store closed Great business read more

great selection i love going here! the prices are reasonable and staff is nice. i haven't tried to sell here just yet

This place is a joke. If they like any of the clothes/shoes you bring in, they will give you only between 50 cents and 2.50 (maybe 3$!) for immaculate, name brand items (per item) Terrible! Never selling there again, nor will I shop either. They have low quality (shein) items for sale in the store though...AND SO MANY OUTDATED ITEMS, but won't take brand new Lululemon sportswear? Madewell jeans? Levi's shorts w/tags attached, in style and new to season... 150$ pair of shoes from free people in great condition... for 2.50. Take back your items and RUN. Seriously, you are better off selling on the dreaded posh-mark and lose the 20% commission instead. Do yourself a favor and don't waste your time folding the items nicely either... you won't receive them back the same way. read more

This place is closed more than a church That's only open on Sundays. Also they're never buying clothes you can go in at 11 AM and they already tell you that they are done buying for the day. And even when they are buying, they'll maybe take three items that are hot and popular at the moment and give you 400 cents for it. their selection is small and not great. Don't bother going to the location go to the one in Tampa or maybe Sarasota 1 million times better don't waste your time. read more

im absolutely INLOVEEEE with this place!! the girls there are so sweet and caring! this spot is definitely a favorite and i will 1000% be coming back! great clothes and deals!! i 1000% recommend shopping here for your clothes!! read more

Plato's Closet - Bradenton - Used, Vintage & Consignment Near Me - Bradenton, Florida

Under new management and maybe even ownership not sure but what a difference! Staff much more professional and store was very organized and clean! They had a lot more designer brands. I purchased a pair of Tory Burch boots which looked new for only $45 and a Lilly Pulitzer dress still had tags for $28. read more

Had two really great experiences here the first and second time I visited to sell some gently worn clothing. My first two buys were filled with quality, name brand items, some still with tags, or with obvious connections to popular stores. Each time I brought roughly 30-40 items, they'd purchase between 10-20, and I'd happily walked out of the store $100+ richer; ready to take whatever they decided not to purchase to the goodwill drive thru next door. Made my third visit today with nothing but the same quantity and quality of clothes I've brought with me previously; expecting to be decently satisfied with their offer as 85% of the items they saw this afternoon were either purchased in the previous year and/or still have current tags and stickers attached. When I received a text that my buy was done barely 15 minutes after I dropped it off (I brought all items folded neatly, stuffed inside an oversized suitcase), I immediately smelled something fishy. They offered me $24 and some change for 11 items. I accepted the laughable offer, because after all, my main goal is to clear my closet of stuff I don't need, want, or wear anymore with hope I'd be able to maybe make a buck in the process and donate the rest. But, today I decided to skip the typical drop off at goodwill afterwards and instead I went home to look through what they passed on. Imagine my surprise (or lack thereof) when I opened the suitcase to find nearly every brand new and tagged item neatly folded in the exact same spot as it was before, each item being nestled very conveniently in the same exact order I packed everything in. In my mind there are only two logical explanations as to why this may have happened. 1) They saw how many items were in this buy and out of pure laziness and/or disdain for their jobs (my very first job at 16 years old was at a Plato's Closet in NC so I can very much so relate unfortunately) decided not to look through it all and made quick decisions to take just a few things and push me back out the door. Evidenced by how picture perfect the inside of the suitcase was when I got home, ominously reminiscent of how I packed it. Or 2) The training they received on how to select quality items to sell in their store was abhorrently inadequate and as a result they lack awareness of current trends, timeless staples, and classic statement pieces; clocking in and clocking out each day in blissful ignorance to the fact that their offerings in-store make the items in my suitcase look like Chanel straight off the runway. If the point flew over your head with this one, their store is filled with what looks like a high school sophomore in 2017 would take camera timer selfies in to post on their Snapchat story for all 34 of their closest friends to see. What I buy for myself, and therefore offer to resale stores like Plato's, is nothing of the sort. Mind you, each of the three times I've been in there's been a different pair of employees working, so I haven't been as frequent a visitor as some others to get a feel for any sort of consistency or buying trends. I just went in today with nothing but quality clothes, and the decent expectations set forth by the wonderful employees I interacted with previously, who seemed to take at least one infinitesimal shred of pride in their jobs. Though after today I can definitely tell you that I'm going to think twice about selling at this location the next time I'm looking to declutter my closet. To spend time neatly folding and laundering so many items (because the passive-aggressive sign on their front door literally says you must) only to be essentially denied a fair look-through every single piece before making a final purchase decision doesn't feel like a good bargain. I spent at least an hour packing the suitcase. To take only 15 minutes to "look through everything" told me all I needed to know about how this was going to go. The math wasn't math-ing babes. I literally had to make a u-turn on the way to my next errand just so I could go right back and be disappointed. read more

went in with a box full of almost new, neatly folded and clean clothes. Expecting most if not all of the items to be bought. when i went back in i was told they didnt want any of the items because they were "out of style" or had wear and tear. i went back thru the box of clothes thinking i maybe had accidentally grabbed something that was meant to be donated, as i know they are picky so i only bring things that i know will sell. I brought in 3 pairs of almost brand new American eagle jeans, fabletics workout wear, and other name brand tops. everything was perfectly clean, no stains, no rips. not only was that honestly unbelievable, i also got the box back with my clothes thrown and crumpled instead of neatly folded how i brought them. i think the whole experience was pretty wild especially considering the dress in the window was ugly, looked like it was from 2007 and from shien! SHIEN!!! isnt this place supposed to be helping to end fast fashion and overconsumption?? if you want shien clothes for more expensive than you can find them on the app, this is your place!! read more

I walked in with two large bags of clothes and the first thing the girl at the counter said was, "Sorry, we don't take clothes in plastic bags." Have NEVER heard this at any other Plato's I've been to. She said they only accept clothes in boxes or bins & that Office Depot next door sold cardboard boxes. I went next door and bought a box for $6. With all the clothes I brought, they took 2 nice pairs of jeans, a bracelet, and top for a sale of $14. Minus the $6 I spent on the box, I made a net sale of $8 which is ridiculous. Next time I'll just go straight to Goodwill. read more

DONT WASTE YOUR TIME. Attempted to sell items to them multiple times and 2 out of the 3 times they said they stopped taking clothes for the day. Mind you each time was just a couple hours after they opened. One employee who will remain nameless was the only one who could apparently check the clothes and she seemed very lazy and unmotivated. Moral of the story don't waste your time. read more

I do not recommend you go here to sell your clothes. I HIGHLY recommend that the store takes everything off the rack and start fresh. I took a HUGE bin of folded clothes that were barely worn, tags still on and or were brand name clothes. And NONE of them but 8 pieces were taken for about $20 and I was left with 20+ articles of good quality clothing. Meanwhile, while browsing the racks, I usually find 1-3 good things hidden in there, but it's full of clothes/styles that I saw between 2006-2015. I could not find anything "business casual or professional," and very rare, I find a cute casual outfit. read more

They associates are unprofessional and disrespectful to customers. I brought in clothes clean, folded, ironed and organized​. What was returned to me was clothes that were thrown into a pile like dirty laundry. They wanted 5 of my items and then proceeded to tell me they only accept younger kids clothing. They suggested a place for "old people's" clothing consignment and I'm not old. The associate was dressed unprofessionally and went out of her way to be sure I felt disrespected because I happened to be an older age than her. I would not recommend anyone to shop at this franchise. read more

literally just drove 35 minutes here for them to tape a sign to the door saying they're closed at 3 o'clock

I brought in a large tub of clean, folded clothes. Mostly tops, swim suits, and shoes. They told me it would be about 1/2 hour to an hour. I told them that was fine, I would go get lunch. They texted me in about 20 minutes to say they were done. That was impossible. They only took one item out of 100. Everything in the tub was in excellent shape. Probably only wore 1 or 2 xs. They gave me $3.50 for one piece. I looked at the box, and noticed immediately nothing was taken out. Just messed up, big time. Stuff near the bottom was still nicely folded. I've done this before with other consignment/thrift stores. The stores usually took all or most of my clothes. The girl at the front desk was very nice. Then the manager came out and was very rude and had an uppity attitude. I was told my clothes were out of style or too old for the store. It was insulting, to say the least. I walked around the store and saw their prices. I saw one outfit I almost bought at Bealls. It was $16.00. So they don't just take upper end clothes. Thought that was rather pricey. I won't ever recommend the store to anyone. read more

To deny someone the ability to spend their hard earned money in your store because they can't wear a mask due to health conditions is not only discrimination, is a lack of compassion and empathy. I will NOT be back once the "mask" is past us for this reason and this reason only! read more

Nicest and cleanest Plato's I've been to! Loved the choices they offered- so many fashionable and bright colored things in amazing shape!

I was looking to sell some clothes, and to be honest the bad reviews of this place had me a little skeptical. However, when I got there, I was completely surprised. MUCH better selections than the other nearby Plato's closet, super neat, everything in great condition, and amazing customer service. Teagan and Nadria were super friendly, welcoming, and made the selling process quick and easy. Will definitely go back in the future! read more

I brought in Hurley, American Eagle, and roxy/Kirra style dresses in new condition and not a single item was accepted, which is fine and I'm not upset about that, BUT why was I then told that the reason my items weren't accepted was because they weren't brands they accept? The flyer the cashier gave me with the list of brands they accept literally has these brands right on it. Quite honestly, looking at the crap they are selling in the store, I think my stuff was too nice for the store. They were selling a noticeably used bag that bath and body works customers receive for free with a purchase for $15.... that alone speaks for itself. I consign A LOT up in Connecticut and can't believe how hard it has been to find a decent shop here. read more

Went in to sell some clothes and when i checked in they told me 2 people were in front of me and it'd be 30 minutes, my friend and I were shopping and I asked the associate asked to put the sweater i wanted with the clothing i was selling so i could do just one transaction...she asked me my name (she hadn't talked to anybody in the last 10 minutes when i told her my name before) and then we were gonna walk to Ross so I asked how much longer and she told me there was 5 people in front of me so probably like an hour so I said I couldn't wait an hour and they gave me my bag and then I had to ask her again to let me buy the sweater and a pair of shorts and they didn't even say thank you or have a nice day or anything, very juvenile staff read more

Okay, first of all, I very rarely write reviews at all.. unless I am blown away by the place/service or if I find it very disappointing (keep in mind this is my first 1 star review). Unfortunately, this is a disappointing one. I am not surprised at all this place only has 1 star. I have been shopping and selling at Platos Closet for many years and this was my worst experience yet. Let me tell you why... 1. I brought in one small bag of clothes and was told it would be 20 minutes. It took 2 hours. 2. The employees are very unprofessional and rude. They were sorting through someones clothes and loudly making fun of them (keep in mind there are customers in here...!!) What if that person heard them making fun of how small their sports bra was?? Yeah that happened.. no excuse for that. 3. The employees literally yell to each other throughout the store about how they can't wait to get off work, making comments about clothes they're sorting through, drama in their relationship, etc. 4. When I finally came back to get my stuff 2 hours later when I got the text saying my clothes were done, (I was planning on waiting the "20 minutes" but left after 40 because I was hangry and needed food.. :-)) they forgot to price the clothes they were going to take. It was blamed on an employee who left.. 5. I never received an apology or any friendliness this whole time.. the girl just seemed annoyed Good lord, ok so lesson learned. I will just be taking my clothes to Goodwill from now on.. it's not even worth going to Plato's. Save yourselves the time and just donate your clothes or sell them on a clothes selling website! I honestly hope management sees this and actually thinks about the type of people they hire. read more

Went in to drop off my clothes before having a medical procedure done later that week. Spoke to 2 teenagers working who assured me a simple phone call would allow me to have them hold my clothes 1 day more if they didn't buy something back as their policy is 48 hours. Called the next day to let them know I needed 1 days extension for pickup due to my medical procedure and was told all was well. It was not, they donated my clothes without permission and didn't buy 1 single item. Owner has refused to speak to me even after their manager told me on 3 separate phone calls they know the young girl never wrote my information down when I first called for an extension. It's the most unprofessional and rude business owner I've ever had to NOT deal with. All I wanted was an apology and potentially some sort of refund seeing as I could have sold my clothing elsewhere at their sister store... which also their teenage staff told me about in the first place. read more

Terrible customer service. I call and ask if they're buying for cash, they say yes so I drive a half hour up there. When I walk through the door they tell me they're only buying for store credit. I drove a half hour for nothing. Very deceiving and the girl working was very rude. read more

Don't advertise as paying cash when you only do it for the first hour and then do only store credit. Also don't take good clothes. Only cheaper stuff. read more

Wow! The last 10 mins before they close the customer service goes out the window. All you hear from the employees yelling across the store is "we close in 10 mins" "at 5 mins you can call out that we are closing" "you can say it again at 3 mins" "can we lock the doors now" "turn the music off" "call it out again that we are closing in 1 min" checking out clothes got shoved in the bag. Change was practically shoved in my moms hand. Went to put close back that I tried on for them and was told the fitting rooms were closed. Lady walked us to the door which we've never had done at any store even after closing they usually wait for us to walk out to lock the door. The whole vibe at the end is very rushing I understand they want to get to get off work but don't let your customers feel that. read more

Great size store, not too overwhelming but had a lot of great options. Tons of Pink and Victoria Secret, Lululemon, and American Eagle. Friendly staff who are very willing to help. Will definitely come back to this location! read more

Don't even bother coming here to try to sell them anything I brought a new pair true religions that I bought for $300 and they offered me eight dollars I'm all for the retail making money but not Stealing my clothes from me that's highway robbery I don't need the money that bad read more

Horrible, rude teenage staff. And this is coming from a teenager! I tried to sell them my never-worn, excellent condition, NEW WITH TAG, neon DC shoes from Journeys that cost $80 and they offered me $6. I understand it's a business, I work at a small business myself, but this was ridiculous. They also sell ratty, gross clothes and refuse to buy anything more than 18 months old. I came in with clean, good condition, in-style clothes and they wouldn't even make an offer, while I saw worse meanwhile. Please get new staff. It's rude to hear them mocking clients who left in front of me while they offer me $6 for $80 shoes. Stick with eBay, folks. read more

I took in a bag of Aeropostale and Hollister clothes and they only gave me $7. The clerk who payed us was wearing an ugly sweater with holes in it (looked like her grandmother crocheted it) and she told me they only accept modern and clothes that are in style. This is what she's telling us the whole time she's wearing that ugly ass homemade sweater. Apparently it's the individual clerk's opinion on what's modern and in style lol. read more

Just terrible service. Brought my GENTLY used BRAND clothing and didn't want to buy it. Made me wait over an hour for nothing. Could've at least called. read more

I wish there was a 0 star option. Absolutely terrible store and the employees have no idea what they are doing and the manager is terrible at running the store. They don't even offer cash for buys which is platos closets slogan. I hope this store closes in bankrupt. I don't recommend this store to anybody. Please shut down this location before it runs itself into the ground. read more

Gold! We do business here and with Fashion Trade Bo-Tique... have been regular customers here for years. The goal for my three teens was not to fall into the buying full retail and then donating clothes and buying more. Seemed to be the best way for them to earn and learn about the cost of clothes and how to keep fresh without breaking the bank. The both buy and sell here with great success. They bag up the clothes they are done with, take them here and receive cash for what is in season or needed to stock the shop. What is left over they either sell on ebay or give to charity. They use the earnings to buy new clothes while they are at the shop or for college books, etc. I see online critics who are upset about not getting more $ for their pre-owned clothing, but this is a business... employees need to get paid, the facility rented, air conditioned, advertised etc. Anyone who has ever worked a business and handled profit margins understand that they only offer based upon what they can re-sell for and still pay their bills. I start here because I don't want to spend hours listing on eBay or just give the clothes away to Goodwill. The money I get is fair and they are doing all of the work for me - thank you! All in all a great way for teens to become responsible consumers and have fashion options from top designer brands. read more