Thrifting Goes Upscale And High-Tech: Are you listening Bill Liske??

http://www.npr.org/2010/12/21/132089628/thrifting-goes-upscale-and-high-tech

Like trunk shows. Goodwill of Greater Washington recently pulled together a selection of its higher-end donations for a one-night sale at a retail store in Washington, D.C.

Professional stylist Lisa Tumbarello was on hand to help customers. There are even refreshments — sparkling cider and chocolate.

Customer Terry Thomas, who had picked out a velvet-trimmed black coat, was pleasantly surprised as the cashier rung it up.

“That will be $9.98,” the clerk says.