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Newsweek
30-06-2025
- Newsweek
Thrifter Spots Jacket Listed for $3.50—Then Staff Realize Its True Value
Based on facts, either observed and verified firsthand by the reporter, or reported and verified from knowledgeable sources. Newsweek AI is in beta. Translations may contain inaccuracies—please refer to the original content. A savvy thrifter has gone viral after nabbing a high-end Arc'teryx jacket for just $3.50—prompting staff members to allegedly attempt to block the sale once they realized the item's true value. Baylee Kirk (u/UncleVoid), 24. from Georgia, shared the story in the Thrift Store Hauls subreddit, where the post earned over 9,300 upvotes. The jacket is a rare steal considering similar models retail for $380 or more on Arc'teryx's official website. "When I saw the tag and researched, I was quite shocked to see the same exact make/model/color jacket was priced brand new at $400,' Kirk told Newsweek. The Reddit user said that they discovered the jacket around 11 a.m. during a visit to a Goodwill store in Oakwood, Georgia. "I went looking for winter jackets I could be a little careless and reckless with for an upcoming off-roading/camping expedition this upcoming winter," they said. They spotted the jacket as an employee was wheeling out new inventory. Upon closer inspection, they were surprised to find the Arc'teryx label, though initially skeptical about its authenticity. "Arc'teryx released an article last year for being aware of the increasing amount of fakes and dupes flooding the market," they noted, adding that the price was also suspiciously low—"$3.50 which is very unusual as that's the typical price for shirts and usually jackets aren't priced lower than $6." After authenticating the jacket using Arc'teryx's official label ID tool, they headed to the checkout. That is when things allegedly got tense. A split image of the thrifted Arc'teryx jacket. A split image of the thrifted Arc'teryx jacket. u/UncleVoid/u/UncleVoid Kirk told Newsweek: "The worker looked extremely displeased and asked where I found it. When I told her, she immediately called for a manager and claimed someone in the back misplaced this item for 'floor inventory' instead of sending it out to their warehouse to be sold online." The manager, after examining the coat, began typing on a handheld device and attempted to walk away with the jacket. Kirk said: "I told them, 'No, I'd like to purchase this item as it's already price-tagged and now would be considered floor inventory since it was put out." The manager disagreed, saying it was mispriced and needed to be reevaluated before sale. Then, Kirk said another employee tried to convince the customer the jacket was fake. "At that point, I stated the consumer protection laws against situations prohibiting companies to change an item's pricing during or noticing it being incorrect," u/UncleVoid wrote. After a tense exchange, including what they described as "a few more choice words," the manager "looked visibly irritated and relented but sold me the item." Founded in Canada, Arc'teryx is known for its minimalist design and performance-focused outdoor gear. The brand has built a loyal following thanks to its durable, high-tech materials and sleek aesthetic—traits that have led it to be widely imitated in the resale market. The viral post sparked a flood of comments from fellow thrifters sharing similar experiences. "I've never had a goodwill cashier care how much I am paying for something off the sales floor no matter the brand other than say 'oh, this is nice' while they fold it into the bag," said one user. "Last month I found a 70s/80s sterling silver, Navajo made, concho belt for $5.99 at Goodwill. Same kind of belt goes from $600 to $2,000 online. Somebody either screwed up or was very, very nice," said another. "Oh my gosh! I had this happen to me in the 90s! I found a sterling concho belt like that for $. 50 cents at the Salvation Army. I can't believe it happened in this day and age. So happy for you!," a third added. Another thrift fan recalled: "I found a vintage Coach bag at my local DAV thrift for $18, a black leather hobo bag, and the only thing the cashier said was 'girl I knew this was gonna go fast!'" And Emily chimed in with her own designer score: "I scored an hermes wallet for $5.50 and the only thing the clerk said was 'wow, you're so lucky, how did you even find it cuz it looks real!'" A spokesperson for Goodwill of North Georgia told Newsweek: "Our aim at Goodwill of North Georgia is to ensure a positive experience for our guests. It is our policy that any item available on the sales floor is sold for the price as marked. "We have worked with the store team to ensure all policies are properly followed. We are happy that this guest was able to purchase their found item at the ticketed price and was able to support our mission to put people to work." Do you have any amazing thrifting finds that you want to share? We want to see the best ones! Send them in to life@ and they could appear on our site.
Newsweek
23-06-2025
- Newsweek
Woman Browsing Goodwill Discovers One Item She's Always Wanted: 'Ecstatic'
Based on facts, either observed and verified firsthand by the reporter, or reported and verified from knowledgeable sources. Newsweek AI is in beta. Translations may contain inaccuracies—please refer to the original content. A woman has gone viral after stumbling upon a luxury globe she had dreamed of owning for decades—priced at just $100 in a local Goodwill. Heather Iriart, 46, from Bakersfield, California, shared her remarkable thrift-store find in the popular subreddit r/Thrift Store Hauls, where her post received over 4,100 upvotes. On Friday, June 13, Iriart visited what she called her "rich-lady Goodwill," a store located near three country clubs known for receiving higher-end donations. There, she discovered an Alexander Kalifano gemstone globe—an opulent item that typically retails for well over $1,000. "I was ecstatic. When I was a teenager, my little brother and I went to a store in the mall called 'Nature's Wonders'. They had a smaller version; I coveted it," Iriart told Newsweek. She spotted the globe in the window as soon as she entered the store and acted quickly to secure it. "It's best if you pay for something immediately and put it in your car. I went straight to the register and paid for it, put it in my truck, and then resumed shopping," she said. Iriart added that, while she is unsure of the exact age of the globe, newer models in the same style sell for $2,148 on the Kalifano website. However, the one she found features a distinctive "Bahama Blue opalite ocean"—a design no longer available in the larger size. Only a smaller version is currently for sale. Each of the U.S. states on her globe is represented by a different colored stone, something she believes may make her version more rare. A listing on WorthPoint says that a verified Alexander Kalifano gemstone globe similar to the one Iriart found—with an ornate tripod-leg heavy nickel stand, and genuine semiprecious stones—can sell upward of $5,000, depending on condition and design. Reddit users were quick to celebrate her lucky find. "Amazing, I actually had to look it up and am I tripping? Actual price about $1,500? It's really pretty," wrote one commenter. "Looks like the gunmetal 37 inch three legged one, those go for $2,200-ish new from the Kalifano site," another user noted. The gemstone Alexander Kalifano globe stands on display. The gemstone Alexander Kalifano globe stands on display. Heather Iriart/Heather Iriart A third added: "Oh! I adore this! I don't know who Alexander Kalifano is, but that is one gorgeous globe. I love the silver metal work, and the colors on the globe. Just beautiful craftsmanship. Going to Google him now!" "OMG [oh my God], so jealous. I have been wanting one of these for my husband for so long. Congrats," another shared. Do you have any amazing thrifting finds that you want to share? We want to see the best ones! Send them in to life@ and they could appear on our site.
Newsweek
06-05-2025
- Business
- Newsweek
Thrifter Checks Out Free Pile, Then Finds the 'Grail' of Hermès Silk Scarfs
Based on facts, either observed and verified firsthand by the reporter, or reported and verified from knowledgeable sources. Newsweek AI is in beta. Translations may contain inaccuracies—please refer to the original content. A lucky thrifter may have stumbled upon a luxury fashion jackpot—a suspected Hermès scarf—while browsing the free pile. The Reddit user, u/ImAHoe4Glossier, shared their discovery in the popular subreddit Thrift Store Hauls, where it quickly gained traction with 2,900 upvotes. "A (possibly real?) Hermès scarf from a free pile! I'm just going to tell myself it's real because it's so cute!" they wrote. The photo included in the post reveals a silk scarf in soft pink tones, adorned with intricate Parisian architectural motifs, and labelled Hermès — Paris in the right corner. Though unverified, the design also bears the text 'Les Toits De Paris'—a style of Hermès scarf that has fetched high resale prices online. One pre-owned version is currently listed for $2,068 USD on eBay, while another previously sold on TheRealReal for $345. Expert Insight Jennifer Johnson, owner of True Fashionistas, the largest lifestyle resale store in Florida, weighed in on the find to Newsweek. "From what I can see in the pictures that she sent yes I do think it's authentic however, the disclaimer is I would have to see it in person to be 100% certain. It would probably be priced around the $300 mark," Johnson said. At True Fashionistas, Johnson and her team authenticate luxury items daily using both experience and advanced technology. "With regard to the Hermès scarf the very first thing we look for is the stitching on the edge of the Hermès scarf. The stitching should never be sewn by a machine it should always be hand stitched and the hem should be rolled. They should always be 100% silk and the pattern should not look blurred or off," she said. Johnson explained it is common to find authentic garments in resale stores since people want the "latest and greatest". A stock image of a woman thrifting. A stock image of a woman thrifting. triocean/iStock / Getty Images Plus Reddit Reacts Reddit users were quick to voice their excitement and admiration for the stylish score. "This particular design from Hermès, Les Toits de Paris, is considered a 'grail' by many scarf collectors, myself included! Great find op, wear in good health," shared one user. "Wow, looks like it was produced in 2006. Comp that sold on eBay for $1,500. I had no idea scarves could be worth that much or that pretty. Guess I will start looking at them," another commenter added. "Wow. OP, I am no expert, but I am someone who has coveted an Hermès scarf ever since reading about them in a novel as a child in the 1980s. I am pretty convinced this is authentic. I am so happy for OP! (And even if it is a dupe, it is lovely!) I am saving up for one for my 50th but til then will continue to thrift in hopes of finding one for a bargain price!" shared another. Newsweek reached out to u/ImAHoe4Glossier, for comment via Reddit. We could not verify the details of the case. Do you have any amazing thrifting finds that you want to share? We want to see the best ones! Send them in to life@ and they could appear on our site.
