Luxury's Best-Kept Secret

Dallas consignment guru shares top tips for shopping + selling this season

In a city that lives and breathes fashion, Clotheshorse Anonymous has remained a Dallas mainstay since 1974, when it was founded by Jan Kennedy and Nancy Ungerman, and much of that enduring success today is thanks to its director of operations, Jennifer Mayrath.

A Dallas native with deep roots in luxury retail, Mayrath brings years of experience from her time at Neiman Marcus and Chanel to her role at the beloved upscale consignment boutique. With a sharp eye for style and a heart for sustainability, she’s helping redefine what it means to shop secondhand in a city where style is always front-row.

Now, as warmer days arrive, Mayrath is sharing her expert insight into what’s trending for spring and summer, from must-have looks and brands to the inside scoop on how to consign and score big in the luxury resale game.

What to wear now
This spring and summer, Mayrath says it’s all about effortless polish. Think loose, flowing maxi dresses and statement florals paired with vintage-inspired sneakers or wooden clogs. Soft pink and butter yellow are the season’s standout shades, and for footwear, buckle-trimmed slides, loafers, and heeled thong sandals are having a major moment.

Butter yellow is in right now.Clotheshorse Anonymous/Facebook

Clotheshorse Anonymous/Facebook

Soft pink is one of the hot colors of the season.

As for brands that dominate her current mood board? Zimmermann’s breezy elegance, Khaite’s modern edge, Favorite Daughter’s wear-anywhere separates, and Japanese denim favorite Moussy are high on her list. For accessories, Mayrath has a soft spot — and a seriously enviable personal collection — of Chanel shoes and handbags, but also recommends Loewe, Miu Miu, and Chloe for standout seasonal picks.

"Designer handbags and jewelry practically fly off the floor," she says. "We can’t keep brands like Prada, Fendi, Saint Laurent, LV, and Jacquemus in stock, and shoppers are always watching for Cartier, Tiffany, David Yurman, and Chanel."

Distinctly Dallas
Mayrath leads a tight-knit team of fashion-savvy women across consignment, sales, and e-commerce, all united by a mission to give luxury fashion a second life.

Her approach combines sharp retail instincts with community care: she’s actively involved with local nonprofits like The Family Place, Turtle Creek Park Conservancy, and the Salvation Army Women’s Auxiliary.

How to consign like a pro
For those looking to consign, Mayrath offers a few pro tips to make your items showroom-ready — and sell fast.

Items should ideally be no more than two years old, in pristine condition (check heels and handbag corners for wear!), and hung neatly on hangers. And don’t forget to consult Clotheshorse Anonymous’ ever-evolving list of best-selling brands before you clean out your closet.

Designer bags practically fly off the shelves.Clotheshorse Anonymous/Facebook

Whether you’re a fashion lover on the hunt for this season’s It bag or simply looking to give your wardrobe a refresh while being planet-conscious, Mayrath and the team at Clotheshorse Anonymous make it easy (and stylish) to shop smart.

“Luxury can have a second life,” she says. “And there’s nothing better than finding something beautiful that you’ll love, and knowing it has a story.”

Ready to dive into Dallas’ best resale experience? Visit clotheshorseanonymous.com to browse, consign, or get inspired.

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RETAIL APOCALYPSE

Mall favorite Francesca's to close all stores in Dallas and nationwide

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Francesca's is known for its boho-chic dresses and tops.

After a decade of falling fortunes, Texas-based women’s clothing chain Francesca’s is clearing out all its racks. The once-mighty retailer is closing all of its stores nationwide, including several locations in Dallas-Fort Worth.

Although the company has not made any official pronouncement, Women’s Wear Daily reports that the brand is currently in the process of liquidating all of its inventory. According to the fashion industry trade journal, some employees are reporting that they were let go without warning, while vendors are allegedly seeking payment on hundreds of millions of dollars in unpaid invoices.

Francesca’s was founded in Houston in 1999, becoming sought out for its boho-chic offerings that occupied a similar lane to Anthropologie. Over roughly 15 years, it quickly ramped up its footprint, peaking at over 600 locations by 2016.

That explosive growth did not prove to be popular with shareholders. That same year, the Wall Street Journal reported that its stock prices had plunged to their lowest price since Francesca’s went public in 2011. Despite leadership changes, the chain has been on a downward slope since.

In 2020, Francesca’s filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection while it sought a buyer for its online operation and brick-and-mortar stores. The chain closed almost 250 of its storefronts by early 2021.

After completing reorganization and being bought out of bankruptcy by an affiliate of TerraMar Capital and Tiger Capital Group, Francesca’s attempted a revival by launching a tween line, Franki by Francesca’s, and gobbling up celebrity-endorsed lifestyle brand Richer Poorer.

Francesca's still had Dallas-Fort Worth stores in West Village, Galleria Dallas, Stonebriar Centre in Frisco, Firewheel Town Center in Garland, The Shops at Legacy in Plano, The Shops at Highland Village, Southlake Town Square, NorthEast Mall, Arlington Highlands, Glade Park in Euless, and Sundance Square and The Shops at Clearfork in Fort Worth.

It’s unclear exactly when the local stores will shutter, but the company recently changed its return policy to state all sales are final after January 14. A request to Francesca’s corporate headquarters for comment was not immediately returned.

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