Trendy Trade Clothing Swap events were originally a way of bringing women together to have fun while doing good for other women in the community. It began in the Midwest in February 2011 before coming to Sacramento. The next local swap will be held on February 18 in the conference room at Origin Coffee and Tea, and is an event by women, for women (ages 18 and up). During the first 30 minutes (3:30-4 p.m.) attendees can grab a drink and snack and mingle with each other before the actual swap—where you can trade an unlimited number of items. Shoppers are asked to bring a minimum of five, up-to-date pieces to trade (pants, tops, jackets, dresses, purses, belts, accessories, etc.) with no stains or signs of wear. “One of my favorite parts is meeting new [people] and helping others. Wonderful things happen when you get a group of like-minded women together!” says Jamie Yates, founder of Trendy Trade Clothing Swap. Unclaimed items at the end of the swap will be donated to Acres of Hope in Auburn—a residential program that allows single mothers who might otherwise be homeless, stay for up to two years while they work to rebuild their lives. “Rotate your wardrobe for just $15—it’s a great deal!” says Yates.  

By Tara Mendanha // Photo by Jessica Van Liew

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