Encore Resale Store — Local services in Bayfield

Probably the worst case of egotistical price gouging I've seen for a thrift store so far. I've been going here for years and occasionally come back. I was here in May and the prices were fair and I don't know if it's due to increased tourism or because of the harvest fest/apple fest but the prices were outrageous when I returned in late September. For example, a raggedy Columbia jacket from the early 2000s which I would in no way describe in a cutesy vintage manner which would normally go for $10 AT MOST at a goodwill or a savers was $46. There were a few other jackets priced around $30 from a similar time range. In comparison, if I were to go to a Duluth thrift store, a brand new donated jacket would at most be $15. Duluth is no stranger for increasing prices either so I think it's a fair comparison. However, this business is pricing like they're plato's closet. This is quite disappointing as I grew up in Bayfield and quite enjoyed going here and supporting a local business, but this is something I cannot support anymore.

Edit: Yes, I did know that this was a place that supported the local area in terms of food shelf and elderly. I had lived here in Bayfield for 20 years before moving and occasionally visit so I'm pretty knowledgeable of the area and the work that is done. And I gladly supported this business...

Encore is one of my favorite thrift stores! We do not miss going here whenever we come to Bayfield. We have found some really great things here from clothing to household items over the years. Higher prices are usually commensurate with the brand or quality of the item. Their revenue supports non-profits in their very small community. It’s a...

The women at the counter was absolutely rude! My daughter is 18 months old and screamed when she had to wait. The women glared at my daughter and acted very annoyed. She then told me that there was a bench outside!! Sure let me leave my baby outside! Not children friendly at all! I love supporting local buisnesses ever again will...