Swanky seconds

Shorewood's re-sale wonderland 

Have you ever taken Capitol Drive all the way to Lake Michigan? Just a few blocks west of the shore you'll find Swanky Seconds — a re-sale shop that I'd been meaning to check out for a while now. You'll often see garment racks of clothes outside the shop windows with signs that say "Terrific $10 treasures" – but don't stop at sidewalk browsing.




Stepping inside is so worth it. I could have easily spent a couple of hours in Swanky Seconds. There are all kinds of clothes – and more good than bad or ugly. From weekenders to fancy handbags, there's also all manner of purses. And the prices are really reasonable! Most bags I looked at hovered around $30, and same with the dresses.






Though you'd never know it from the outside, Swanky Seconds sprawls out and offers much more than clothes. Furniture, artwork, mirrors, and assorted décor — they have it all! It's like a game of I Spy, and that's why you probably need at least an hour to take it all in.

And let's not forget jewelry. And outerwear. And shoes. While Adam is an anomaly among men and enjoys these kinds of outings, I think this would be a fun spot to stop with your gal pals. So if re-sale shopping is your thing, add Swanky Seconds to your Milwaukee bucket list!