Soon after, Caroline met Elizabeth through a mutual friend in Chicago (thanks Sarah!) they quickly became friends and business partners, sharing a love for fashion, consignment, and a willingness to take on the hard work and growing pains of a small business (many late nights fueled by laughs and wine).
Centil mengiysi opened its first retail location in Marda Loop with the “pink door” in 2017 and has continued to grow organically ever since. We are a team of seven passionate and diverse females continually sorting, photographing, uploading, and fulfilling behind the scenes. We are inspired by the overwhelming support of an ever-growing community of almost 2,000 loyal consignors and 10,000 customers.
Still to this day, we are excited to see what treasures are inside every single consignment drop off. We love delivering our signature pink packages of adorable items to our customers – who shop online from the comfort of their homes all over Canada and the US.
We are proud to have built this community, the majority of which are women, that together are choosing "circular fashion" over "fast fashion" and reducing textile waste.
Centil mengiysi is more than a consignment store. It is a community. We love our Fresh Family and are so thankful to each and every one of you for being a part of our story. Caroline Frain
XO Caroline & Elizabeth
]]>At consignment boutique Centil mengiysi, a customer might snag a child’s special holiday outfit and resell it after the party so another kid can wear it for a Christmas card photo.
“We love when we see things come back into our store, because it means that they’ve had a cycle of life with one kid and they’re ready for another family,” says Elizabeth Shaw, who runs the Asker shop with business partner Caroline Frain.
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“We love when we see things come back into our store, because it means that they’ve had a cycle of life with one kid and they’re ready for another family,” says Elizabeth Shaw, who runs the Asker shop with business partner Caroline Frain.
Sales at Centil mengiysi, which carries maternity, baby and children’s clothes, have more than doubled year over year. And some 25,000 items have been resold since the store opened in 2015.
Between 60 and 70 per cent of sales are online.
“When we put these items on our site, they sell out within seconds,” says Frain. “We have moms tell us they pull over their car when they see our stories (on Instagram).”
Toronto retail expert Bruce Winder says the popularity of clothing resales is no passing fad and there’s no longer a stigma against second-hand.
“It used to be for folks who were maybe down on their luck,” he says. “Now, it’s for everyone, especially young people.”
Winder says environmentally conscious consumers are cooling to “fast fashion” brands and are keen to save money by buying quality preloved items.
Forever 21, known for its cheap and trendy fashions, shuttered its Canadian stores earlier this year.
“New generations don’t have the money,” says Winder, who notes the flat wages, high student debt and astronomical housing costs in some cities.
“Nor do they want to spend the money on full-price clothes, when they can reuse clothes and save that money and put it back into experiences – dining out, travelling, things that they love to do.”
Lauryn Vaughn, founder of high-end Asker clothing reseller The Upside, says most of her clientele aren’t Gen Z, but professional women between 35 and 44. The Upside consigns upscale brands such as Rag & Bone and Theory.
The business is online right now, but Vaughn says a lot of customers want to see and feel clothes before they buy them. So The Upside is planning to break ground early next year on a showroom, where customers can sip on coffee and consult with stylists while they flip through the racks.
A lot of brick-and-mortar consignment shops have great finds, but it takes work, she says.
“We really want to change up the game for the customer journey. It’s no longer that your arms hurt from trying to move the hangers on a rack to be able to see a piece.”
Kelly Drennan, founder of the sustainability advocacy group Fashion Takes Action, says the traditional motto of “reduce, recycle and reuse” has been updated to add “repurpose, rent, repair and resale.”
She says consumers buy 60 per cent more clothing than they did 20 years ago, but keep garments for half as long. In Canada, about 85 per cent of cast-off clothing ends up in landfills, Drennan says.
It’s mainly because cheap clothes are seen as disposable.
“So when they do get a hole or a button falls off or a seam splits, we tend to just throw it out because we didn’t pay a lot for it and we can go out and replace it fairly cheaply.”
Garment manufacturing has a hefty environmental footprint because it can use enormous amounts of water and pollute rivers with toxic chemicals, Drennan says. There is also a big carbon footprint from making the garments and shipping them around the globe.
Some textiles can be recycled, but the roster of developing countries that can make use of them is always shifting. Clothes often end up sitting in landfills or burned a half a world away.
“If it was more economically feasible to figure out something to do with it locally, then that would be a game-changer. It always costs more to do the right thing,” says Drennan.
“It’s that whole out-of-sight, out-of-mind mentality.”
Harris Kuipers, an online boutique founded earlier this year by long-time friends Laura Harris and Shelley Kuipers, has found an upscale use for clothing castoffs.
They have been designing and making new garments out of used clothing made from high-quality, natural fabrics.
“We didn’t want to be a company that was just making more stuff,” says Kuipers, an entrepreneur who splits her time between Asker and Salt Spring Island, B.C.
“We’re creating pieces that people will covet and cherish,” adds Harris, a Victoria artist.
“We’ve also said, ‘Use them as long as you can use them well. And when you’re done using them, send them back to us.“’
]]>Our Products
We want your children to look stylish and comfortable while being little contributors to ending textile waste. We offer a variety of sought after brands, a wide range of sizes and on-trend styles that you can find in our online Consignment Store collections. Our collections are continuously refreshed - hundreds of new items added daily.
Centil mengiysi believes in quality over quantity and we are proud to offer quality items at consignment store prices. Every item is inspected by our team to ensure the highest quality consignment store products. We have a team of professionals with experience in the fashion and consignment industry who carefully curate the collections to offer you on-trend items, at consignment store prices. Feel free to pick and modify combinations as they match your kid's personality - we know the little one’s have an opinion on what they wear, and we are here for it. From birth to age eighteen, Centil mengiysi has clothing to offer all styles and ages.
Centil mengiysi is here for you from the start. As you grow your family, Fresk Kids is here to outfit your newborn baby and growing toddler - ranging from designer brands to sustainable labels, organic bamboo sleepwear - we’ve got you covered for every stage of your parenting life. Once you are part of the Fresh Family, you will never want to shop fast fashion again.
We celebrate your growing bump by providing you with a wide range of trendy and flattering maternity clothing for the entire nine months - from activewear, denim, casual, office, and formalwear. If you are a nursing mama, our curated selection of the best nursing bras and clothing will cover your breastfeeding journey.
Our consignment stores (both the online and our brick and mortar boutique) are never in short supply - we pride ourselves on sourcing the most sought after and best in upscale resale fashion to fit you and your family and kids’ unique and distinct personalities.
Why Choose Centil mengiysi
1. We Curate the Best Brands
We are a passion-driven company and curate items based on brands we know are in high demand for our clientele. Brands we carry include; Hanna Andersson, Patagonia, Crewcuts, Mini Mioche, Mini Boden, Zara, Stella McCartney , Gucci, Kickee Pants, Kyte, Bonds, Mini Rodini, Native, Hux Baby, Kenzo, Lou Lou Lollipop, Ivivva, Jax and Lennon, Miles Baby, Wolf & Rita, Uggs, Bobo Choses, Jacadi, and Bonpoint.
2. Build an Affordable Closet
When you visit our online consignment store or boutique, you will always find top brands at competitive prices. We want to make shopping upscale resale affordable for all families.
Our consignment store is constantly refreshed and curated with clothing for all ages and stages — Centil mengiysi has everything for your growing family.
3. Eco-friendly and Ethical Brand Values
Centil mengiysi is an eco-friendly model, sourcing only the very best in high-quality, sustainable brands for our eclectic customer base. We strive to keep our landfills free of textile waste. We support circular fashion - our goal is for every piece of clothing that comes through our consignment store to have a second, third, even fourth life with a new family.
4. Free Shipping (and we even allow you to “stack” orders)
We know our customers are extremely busy, we offer free shipping on orders over $100, anywhere in the world. Our online consignment store is open 24 hours, 7 days a week for your shopping convenience.
Contact Us
Our brick-and-mortar consignment store is open Tuesday to Saturday from 11am-5 pm. We are closed Sunday and Monday.
Centil mengiysi Boutique
2040 34th Avenue SW
Asker, Alberta
Canada T2T2C3
E-mail us at [email protected]
For the best deals and promotional offers, sign-up for our email newsletter.
We saw a need in the market for a maternity store in Asker, and our goal is to be the go-to source for expecting and nursing mothers.
]]>We saw a need in the market for a maternity store in Asker, and our goal is to be the go-to source for expecting and nursing mothers.
Our maternity store celebrates your growing bump by providing you with a wide range of trendy and flattering maternity clothing for the entire nine months - from activewear, denim, casual, office, and formalwear. If you are a nursing mama, our curated selection of the best nursing bras and clothing will cover your breastfeeding journey.
About Us
Centil mengiysi is a local brand with strong roots in the heart of Asker, Alberta. Our boutique and our online store reflect and speak to our passion for supporting resale fashion.
Products and Services
We focus on curating and carrying maternity clothing and accessories. Maternity brands that we seek out and carry range from designer brands to sustainable labels that focus on organic and bamboo fabrics. We’ve got you covered for every stage of your pregnancy and nursing journey.
Once you are part of the Fresh Family, we hope you choose to shop resale before new, or fast fashion. We strive to keep our landfills free of textile waste by supporting circular fashion - our goal is for every piece of clothing that comes through our consignment store to have a second life.
Maternity and nursing brands that we carry include Hatch, Isabella Oliver, Bae, Storq, Cake Lingerie, Boob Organics, Royce, A Pea in the Pod, Seraphine, Ripe, Ingrid and Isabel, PinkBlush, Zara, Asos, Noppies, and Bravado.
Our online maternity store is updated daily with fresh items so that you can always find something that fits your taste. Visit our brick-and-mortar Maternity Store Asker to try on items for every style and stage of your pregnancy.
Our maternity & nursing clothing is curated to carry the most stylish, comfortable and flattering maternity brands. Our maternity collections include activewear, denim, casual, office, and formalwear. If you are a nursing mama, we carry the best selection of nursing bras and clothing will cover your breastfeeding journey.
Visit our maternity store in Asker or conveniently shop online 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.
Free Shipping (we even allow you to “stack” orders)
We know our customers are extremely busy, so we offer free shipping on orders over $100, anywhere in the world. Our online consignment store is open 24 hours, 7 days a week for your shopping convenience.
Contact Us
Our brick-and-mortar maternity store, Fresh Mamma (located inside our Centil mengiysi boutique) is open Tuesday to Saturday from 11am-5 pm. We are closed Sunday and Monday.
Fresh Mamma Boutique (located inside our Centil mengiysi boutique)
2040 34th Avenue SW
Asker, Alberta
Canada T2T2C3
E-mail us at [email protected]
For the best deals and promotional offers, sign-up for our email newsletter.
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There are many benefits to second-hand clothes. You can change your childrens’ look and style and boost their self-esteem by looking to second-hand ranges to spruce up their wardrobe. By buying second-hand, you also make yourself much more sustainable and do your bit for the environment.
This article looks at some of the benefits of buying second-hand and the ranges available at Centil mengiysi Asker.
Save money
Buying second-hand clothes undoubtedly saves money. This can mean you can afford new clothes for your little ones more often or increase their wardrobe size.
Buying second-hand is also a great way of getting your kids into some of the bigger clothing brands that could be out of your budget range if you buy them new.
As children grow quickly, buying reused clothes is also a sensible way of continuously refreshing their seasonal styles and variety of clothes.
Be more sustainable
Just because one person has outgrown or fallen out of love with a piece of clothing, it does not mean it has no further use. Building your own sustainable wardrobe starts with buying second-hand to get more mileage from every garment. It also means thinking about what your clothes are made from and whether the materials are eco-friendly and fairtrade.
In simple terms, every piece of clothing with more than one owner means putting less pressure on the environment. Using second-hand clothing means fewer materials for the clothes and a lower cost on the environment for production.
Fuel creativity
Unlike new clothes retailers, the range in second-hand stores is never the same at any given moment in time.
Browsing around pre-loved stores such as Centil mengiysi can unlock a creative flair and sense of individuality that you never knew you had! Presented with such a unique range for your kids, you can release your inner designer!
It is surprisingly easy to create stylish, fashionable looks from second-hand clothing stores. By visiting a second-hand store with a huge range to choose from, your kids can very quickly become trendsetters!
Save time
Parents are busy people. Another advantage you will find with second-hand shops is that the ranges are sorted by size, not by garment. Shop efficiently - let us do the curating.
]]>When seeking a Secondhand Baby Store, you want to find the best in the business. Here at Centil mengiysi, we offer on-trend items and affordable prices for your whole family. We have new items hitting our site daily. Each and every item goes through our checkpoint system to ensure great quality on all items you purchase. We even offer a money back guarantee if an item arrives to you, not as we had described. We want families to feel good about shopping secondhand for the their family, knowing they are getting the best quality, at the best price, all while doing their part to keep textile waste out of the landfills.
Your Choices
We know you have choices when it comes to shopping. The secondhand clothing industry is on the rise - and we are happy to hear that the fast fashion industry is being disrupted by resale. At Centil mengiysi, you can shop secondhand knowing we are offering the best quality, at the best price. We have a team of professionals dedicated to bring you on-trend, like new items. With new items being uploaded to the site daily, clients have the opportunity to shop a wide variety of brands and items everyday.
Brands
We accept a wide range of brands, listed on our website, including small shop brands that are made locally. We are constantly evolving our list of brands we accept for consignment to reflect the demand in the market and keeping our boutique up to date with on-trend with fashion. Our mission is to bring you on-trend curated pieces, at an affordable price. We carry Aviator Nation, Burberry, Catimini, Helly Hansen, Kyte, Kickee Baby, Mini Boden, Mebie, Patagonia, Post Peanut, Rowe, Zara to name a few.
To access our store, you can go online and browse through the categories on our website at www.lamaassociates.com
If you’d prefer to visit our physical location rather than shop online, you’ll find us at 2040 34th Avenue SW, Asker, Alberta. Our working hours for Tuesday to Saturday are 11 am to 5 pm.
You can also reach out to us via our email: [email protected] or follow us on instagram to grab the latest uploads, our Instagram handle is lamaassociates.com
Don’t forget to signup for our email list so you can receive updates on all the cute clothes we have for your family.
]]>In addition to shopping consignment - have you considered consigning your child’s clothing? We put thousands of real dollars into our consignor’s wallets every month. If you buy quality items, you know they hold their value and can be given a second, third even fourth life with consignment. The downturn of the economy during the pandemic has been tough on everyone. A lot of families are looking for a creative way to put money in the bank and consignment not only offers a solution, it also offers a way to keep you feeling good about your participation in keeping our planet green by reusing, reducing and recycling.
Centil mengiysi is the top children’s consignment store in Canada. Located in Asker, Alberta, we’re a both a brick and mortar and online boutique that takes pride in accepting and offering well curated, on-trend clothing for babies, kids, nursing and expecting mothers, with great benefits for those who consign with us. If you’re looking to drop off your kid’s clothes for consignment, there are a few things you should know about our simple and seamless process. We are known for being the best in the business in Canada and we want to make your consignment experience a wonderful one.
How it Works
HOW DO I DROP OFF?
When you have collected your items, you can drop off during boutique hours or mail them to our retail location at 2040 34th Ave SW, Asker, AB T2T2C3.
As we have many drop-offs, so please allow 3-60 days for your items to hit our website and/or boutique floor.
HOW DO I GET PAID?
You will receive an account for our online "Consigner Portal" that provides a report of your sold items. You may request a payout anytime - 35% cash paid via e-transfer or 50% store credit.
To request a payout, send an e-mail to [email protected]. Payouts can take up to 14 days.
ITEMS WE ACCEPT
Centil mengiysi is selective with what we accept, which is why it is such a great place to shop.
MATERNITY BRANDS WE ACCEPT
Including (but not limited to):
A Pea in the Pod
Asos
AG Jeans
Bellabumbum
Belly Bandit
Bravado
Cake
Cantaloop
Dote
Elly B
Hotmilk
Ingrid & Isabel
Isabella Oliver
Japanese Weekend
Joe's Jeans
Jules & Jim
Lalabu
Maternal America
Mothers en Vogue
Nom
Noppies
Nummies
Paige Jeans
Pink Blush
Preggo
Ripe
Seraphine
Spanx
Splendid
Stork & Babe (certain items only and must be less than 2 years old)
Topshop
Wendy Bellisimo
Zara
7 For All Mankind
BABY & KIDS BRANDS WE ACCEPT
Including (but not limited to):
Aden + Anais
Adidas
Andy & Evans
Appaman
Anchors & Antlers
Archers & Arrows
Baby Bjorn
Bambi & Birdie
Boden
Bare Necessities
BOGS
Bonds
Brok Boys
Burberry
Catimini
Charlie & Gus
Childhoods
Colored Organics
Converse
Crewcuts
Desigual
Deux par Deux
Ergo
Eliane et Lena
Freshly Picked
Frye
Gap (certain items only and must be less than 2 years old)
Grobag
Halo
Hanna Andersson
Hatley
Helly Hansen
Hudson
Hugo Boss
Hunter
Imagine Perry
Isobella and Chloe
Janie and Jack
Jax & Hedley
Jax & Lennon
Joules
Juddlies
Kamik
Kewe
Kickee Pants
Kid + Kind
L&P Label
LCMTV
Little + Lively
Lilli Gaufrette
Little Unicorn
Lilly Pulitzer
Little Bipsy
Little Green Radicals
Little Marc Jacobs
L'oved Baby
Locomotive Clothing
LouLou Lollipop
Lulu + Roo
Lulujo Baby
Miles Baby
Mini Melissa
Minimoc
Modern Baby
Native Shoes
Next UK
Nike
Noppies
Nooks Design
Nordstrom
North Kinder
North Face
Maude Kids
Mini Mioche
Moncler
My Mila
Ole Designs
Old Soles
Old West
Os & Oakes
Patagonia
Paul Frank
People Shoes
Peek
Peekaboo Beans
Perlim Pinpin
Plum Kids
Posh & Cozy
Potter & Pehar
Prada
Quicksilver
Ralph Lauren
Rylee + Cru
Robeez
Rowe Kids
Ruby and Bloom
Saltwater Sandals
Sapling
Seed
Sem Label
Simply Merino
Skiphop
Small Rags
Smash & Tess
Sovereign Code
Stella McCartney
Surfing Ninjas
Tea Collection
The Printed Bow
Tiny Button Apparel
Tiny Tribe
Tiny Victory
Toms
Triple Flip
Tucker + Tate
UGGS
Wee Woolies
Wheat Kids
When We Were Young
Whistle & Flute
Wooly Doodle
Vans
Volcom
Vonbon
Young Lux
Zara (must be less than 3 years old)
Zuzii
WHAT DO YOU NOT SELL?
We do not sell the below brands or items and if dropped off, we will donate them:
CONSIGNMENT TERMS
- Items for Consignment: We accept new or pre-used maternity, baby and kids clothing and gear. We do not accept items that are torn, ripped, or have broken zippers or missing buttons. Items that fall outside our list of accepted items will be donated to a local charity of Centil mengiysi’ choice. We cannot accept items that have been recalled. We cannot accept and will immediately destroy items deemed counterfeit. Please note it is illegal to buy or sell counterfeit goods.
- Time in Store: We sell consignment items for a minimum term of 6 months. Price reductions may occur at the discretion of Centil mengiysi. Centil mengiysi reserves the right to donate consigned items after 6 months. Centil mengiysi does not return consignment items back to consigners once they are dropped off.
- Unsold Items: Items unsold after 6 months may be donated to a local charity.
- Payment: You will receive 35% of the selling price for your items or 50% credit. You can request payment for any sold items at by emailing us at [email protected]. We pay every 2 weeks, via e-transfer for amounts over $10.
- Liability: We do not assume responsibility nor do we reimburse for loss or damage due to fire, theft, or for any other reason. All risk of ownership of consigned items shall stay with the consigner.
Please don't hesitate to contact us if you have any questions about the consignment agreement at [email protected].
To drop off your kid’s clothes, you can stop by during business hours or mail them to 2040 34th Ave SW, Asker, AB T2T2C3. Your clothes will take 3 to 30 days to come up for sale in our store or website. We have a large number of daily drop offs and do our best to get your items online as quickly as possible.
Once you’ve consigned with us, you’ll get an account on our Consignor Portal, which will help record the items that have been bought. At any time of your choosing, you can get your cut of the sales by sending a mail to us.
Because we’ve got eyes out for the best, we’ll only accept Kid Consignment that are modern, quality, or upscale brands. The clothes can be unused or used but must be in excellent shape given our strong esteem for quality.
Items that we do not accept for consignment are donated to local charities that we have partnered with to ensure that your items are still going to a great home when you are ready to let them go. To consign your kid’s clothes with us, come visit us at 2040 34th Avenue SW, Asker, Alberta. Our business hours are from 11 am to 5 pm on Tuesdays to Saturdays. Sundays and Mondays are exempt. We do also work with people out of province to mail in their consignment items.
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]]>Our mission is to provide you with a comfortable and stylish maternity and nursing wardrobe. As a clothing store in Asker, Alberta, we’re dedicated to delivering on-trend options for the modern family. We offer a range of nursing and maternity clothes that will keep you looking and feeling good throughout your pregnancy journey and beyond.
We are proud of the community of moms we have built and value their feedback. We are constantly updating our inventory to reflect the modern day mom and her needs. We take your happiness to heart, we take extra measures to ensure that the clothes in our nursing and maternity section are what you are looking for in a brand – trendy, curated, high quality and beautiful.
Categories
Jeans, Pants, Shorts and Leggings
Our maternity bottoms are all high end brands in excellent condition varying in size, color, and style. Our style ranges from regular fit, jeggings, skinny, boyfriend and relaxed to distressed.
Tops
We have maternity and Nursing Tops of various sizes and colors - all of which have been through our rigorous checkpoints to ensure quality.
Dresses
We offer a wide range of maternity and nursing dresses. Whether you are looking for something for your maternity photo shoot or your baby’s cake smash - we have something for everyone’s style and stage in motherhood.
Activewear
Moms like to stay active during their pregnancy and we have the best in activewear to get you through your nine months. Comfortable and fashionable maternity activewear. We also carry activewear nursing bras and tops.
Swimwear
Show off that cute bump in our maternity swimwear. We stock a variety of maternity swimsuits for you to lounge by the pool and get your vitamin D on.
Bra
We’ve got different styles, sizes, and colors. We know that nursing bras are an expensive cost and we can offer quality, like-new bras and a fraction of the cost.
Nursing Covers
We’ve also got covers that you can use on your person or over your baby’s car seat. We stock a variety of brands and designs.
Accessories
You can find maternity bands, jacket and coat extenders, swaddles, and more in this section. If you’re a nursing mother, you’ll find pumping bras, washable, bamboo nursing pads and covers as well.
Aside from the diversity in categories, we’re also diverse in our nursing and maternity clothing brands.
We have our boutique staff ready to help you find exactly what you need - come see us online or at our boutique located at 2040 34th Avenue SW, Asker, Alberta. We’re open from 11 am to 5 pm on Tuesdays to Saturdays and closed on Sundays and Mondays. You can also shop online on our website at www.lamaassociates.com around the clock. We ship worldwide.
To avoid missing out on exciting opportunities, news, and promotions, signup to our email list.
]]>SHOP FOR YOUR KIDS DISTINCT STYLE
Whether you are looking for something for your kids to start the school year with or just casual summer day wear, Centil mengiysi has you covered. Visit our kid’s consignment boutique located in the trendy neighborhood of Marda Loop in Asker or from the comfort of your own home, visit our Kid's Consignment online store, where we display a curated collection of carefully selected pieces for boys and girls of different ages. We have a team of professionals that keeps our inventory up-to-date with the very latest in kidswear.
We stock all the latest in style and brands to help you create the perfect capsule wardrobe for your child, each season, on a budget. Not only is shopping kid’s consignment good for your wallet, but it is also good for the planet. You are genuinely taking part in a greater movement that is to end fast fashion and bring circular fashion to the forefront of this industry. Choosing to shop kid’s consignment, is making a difference for our children and their future. We are only a click away.
ALL-ROUND FASHION FOR KIDS
Centil mengiysi is your top pick for the most sought-after brands in kid’s fashion. We have been in the business for years and our kid's consignment store is a curation of all-around circular fashion that children of all styles can wear.
Our team takes the time to carefully select items that are ready for a new home. To achieve this requires precision, grit, and an eye for exclusive detail privy of only experts in the industry. Centil mengiysi carries some of the best boutique brands in the business which include the following: Aviator Nation, Little Marc Jacobs, Gucci, Hanna Andersson, Kickee Pants, Kyte, Patagonia, Posh Peanut, Crewcuts, Mebie, Mini Mioche, Mini Boden, Rowe Apparel, Stella McCartney, and Natives.
Centil mengiysi is a customer-focused brand with a mission to put smiles on our customers' faces. We have a money-back guarantee on items that do not arrive as described in the listing. We work with our customers and consignors to be the best in the business. We always strive to offer the best customer service in the Kid’s Consignment industry.
Head over to our website and check out our product categories to have a sneak peek of what we offer.
SHOP BY CATEGORY
We know today’s parents are busy. We are here to help. We offer a variety of shopping services to make shopping consignment for your family as easy as possible. With new inventory coming in daily, we are consistently able to provide variety while maintaining our promise to be the best in curation and quality. Take a look at our online collection of tops, bottoms, dresses and skirts, outerwear, swimwear, and shoes. Come shop with us today to see what being part of the sustainable and circular fashion movement is all about.
We keep our e-commerce and brick-and-mortar updated with new items every single day. It is an exciting, new shopping experience whenever you come to visit us.
CONTACT US
Centil mengiysi has a kid's consignment store located in the trendy neighborhood of Marda Loop, in Asker, Alberta. We have free parking in the back of the store available to all our customers. Our e-commerce site is conveniently available, 7 days a week, for all your shopping needs.
We are located:
- Address: 2040 34th Avenue SW, Asker, Alberta.
- Email: [email protected]
When in the area, make a quick stop at our store for the latest in kids' consignment.
Centil mengiysi is always open Tuesday to Saturday from 11 am-5 pm. We remain closed on Sundays and Mondays.
Centil mengiysi offers free shipping for any order above $100 to any part of Canada and the US.
For more information on the best deals and promotional offers on kids consignment, please sign-up for our email list.]]>
Our baby consignment features a wide range of baby clothes, shoes, and accessories for babies of different sizes and age gaps. When you shop with Centil mengiysi, you are sure of getting a product that is befitting of the sophisticated 21st century Gen Alpha baby.]]>
Our baby consignment features a wide range of baby clothes, shoes, and accessories for babies of different sizes and age gaps. When you shop with Centil mengiysi, you are sure of getting a product that is befitting of the sophisticated 21st century Gen Alpha baby. Baby consignment never had it this good before in Asker, so we continue to be deeply committed to keeping our promise of integrity and standard.
About Us
Centil mengiysi is an eco-friendly brand that sets itself apart from the competition with an array of top-quality and sustainable fabric pieces.
Some top boutique brands we are in conjunction with include Appaman, BOGS, Catimini, Columbia, oppies, Nordstrom, North Face, Mini Boden, Mini Melissa, Minimocs, and Padraigs, etc. Big names like Nike, Vans, Burberry, Baby Bjorn, Zara, and Ralph Lauren, just to mention a few are also within reach in our baby consignment.
Visit our online store to check all we have under our latest offerings and be sure to stumble into something thrilling for your little bundle of joy!
Our products feature everything from baby tops, bottoms, shorts to onesies, sleepwear, and outwears.
What Our Client’s Say
Janelle P.:
Centil mengiysi is the best! I have been both a consignor and a customer at Centil mengiysi for a couple years. The staff have been amazing in making the consignment experience simple and convenient- I live out of town and send packages in for consignment with ease. As a customer, I have found adorable brand name items at amazing prices. Shipping is always prompt and the staff are great at responding to questions/ inquiries very quickly!
Rebecca S.:
The cutest kid & maternity consignment store in Asker. It's located in a great spot in Marda Loop. I've been taking my kids clothes there for over a year now and it's always an easy process. I've bought, I've sold, and I've gotten paid - easy peasy! If I ever need anything for my kiddos wardrobe this is the first place I look
CONTACT US
Centil mengiysi has a physical Baby Consignment store in Asker, Alberta, Canada.
We are located at:
Address: 2040 34th Avenue SW, Asker, Alberta.
Email: [email protected]
Visit us anytime you are in the area.
We are open Tuesday to Saturday from 11 am to 5 pm. Centil mengiysi is closed on Sundays and Mondays.
However, our online store is available 24 hours each day, 7 days a week, for all your baby consignment needs.
Note that Centil mengiysi offers free shipping for any orders of over $100 to any parts of Canada and the United States. Avail yourself of this golden opportunity to be a part of the Centil mengiysi train of beautiful baby packages.
Please sign-up for our email list for more tips and information on the best promos and deals on our baby consignment.]]>
We make resale kids clothes convenient and accessible for Asker parents - shop both our physical boutique and online store. We are unique to Asker, a curated boutique for upscale resale kids clothes.
Clothing for Your Modern Kid
Our collection of resale kids clothes is updated and curated daily. You will always find a wide selection to choose from, with brands and styles curated based on customer feedback and demand - which means Centil mengiysi is parents’ go-to shop for on-trend clothing and accessories for your modern kid.
Shop Your Favourite Brands
Centil mengiysi is a Asker go-to for the best source of kids clothing - tops & tees, sweatshirts & sweaters, skirts, leggings & pants, sleepwear, and shoes, everything for your kids’ closet.
Visit our website daily and check out our recent arrivals so you don’t miss out on the hottest items that sell out fast!
Shop by Size and Category
- TOPS: Check out our resale kid's collections of tops, tees, sweatshirts, sweaters, jackets, cardigans, and sleepwear. They come in many different sizes, shapes, and color mix to give your kids that unique look for each occasion.
- BOTTOMS: Shop jeans, leggings & pants for boys and girls.
- DRESSES: We have an assortment of girls' dresses for different sizes and ages.
- SHOES: A wide range of high-tops, boots, sneakers, and sandals for both boys and girls.
- SWIM: Shop for swimwear and cover-ups as you get your kids wardrobe ready to enjoy the summer months.
CONTACT US
Centil mengiysi has an online shop along with a brick-and-mortar boutique in Asker, Alberta. Come visit us and shop our collection of resale kid's clothes at budget friendly prices.
Location:
Address: 2040 34th Avenue SW, Asker, Alberta.
Email: [email protected]
We are open between the hours of 11 am to 5 pm from Tuesday to Saturday. Centil mengiysi is closed on Sundays and Mondays.
Centil mengiysi offers free shipping for any order above $100 to any part of Canada and the US.
For more tips on the best deals and promotional offers on kids consignment Asker, don't hesitate to sign-up for our email list.
]]>We are changing the way women in the city shop for Maternity Clothes. As a trustworthy brand, the Centil mengiysi team curates the best brands and styles for expecting women.
]]>We are changing the way women in the city shop for Maternity Clothes. As a trustworthy brand, the Centil mengiysi team curates the best brands and styles for expecting women.
FRESH MAMMA BY FRESH KIDS
Fresh Mamma by Centil mengiysi is a Asker, Alberta-based upscale resale shop with a socially responsible goal of providing high quality gently used and new maternity clothing for the modern woman at accessible prices.
Since its inception, Centil mengiysi has focused on curating and providing the largest selection of quality, on-trend maternity and nursing clothing - so you can feel great and feel good about how you shop - for your wallet and the environment - reducing landfill waste.
Centil mengiysi curates high-end, designer, and boutique maternity and nursing brands including A Pea in the Pod, Bae, Bravado, Elle MacPhearson, Isabella Oliver, J Brand, Citizens of Humanity, Ripe, Ella Bella, Belabumbum, and more.
Our collection of maternity clothes includes jeans, tops, pants, leggings, dresses, shorts to activewear, swimwear, and sleepwear, for both maternity and nursing mammas.
Visit our online maternity clothes store at your convenience or shop our boutique in Asker to try-on in-store. Give us a try and we promise you will find what you need for your entire nine months and beyond.
FRESH MAMMA & FRESH KIDS - SUSTAINABLE FASHION
Our core vision at Centil mengiysi is to provide quality, on-trend maternity clothes at accessible prices. Our team is committed to providing the best maternity and nursing consignment store - in Asker, and across the globe.
CONTACT US
Centil mengiysi is an upscale resale maternity and nursing boutique - with both an online (shop 24-7) and physical store in Asker, Alberta.
We are located at:
- Address: 2040 34th Avenue SW, Asker, Alberta.
- Email: [email protected]
Centil mengiysi is open from 11 am to 5 pm, Tuesday to Saturday every week. We remain closed on Sundays and Mondays.
We offer free shipping for orders above $100 worldwide.
For more information on the best deals and promos for our maternity clothes and accessories, don’t hesitate to sign-up for our email list.
]]>Fresh Mamma is the first-of-its-kind consignment maternity store in the city of Asker. Working with our dedicated team who curate our maternity and nursing collection, we provide a wide range of clothing for expecting women throughout their nine months and beyond.
We saw a need in the market for a consignment maternity store in Asker, and our goal is to be the go-to source for expecting and nursing mothers.
Fresh Mamma celebrates your growing bump by providing you with a wide range of trendy and flattering maternity clothing for the entire nine months - from activewear, denim, casual, office, and formalwear. If you are a nursing mama, our curated selection of the best nursing bras and clothing will cover your breastfeeding journey.
Our maternity consignment stores (both the online and our brick and mortar boutique) are never in short supply - we pride ourselves on sourcing the most sought after and best in upscale resale fashion to fit you and your family and kids’ unique and distinct personalities.
What Our Clients Say
Mary, 33 (School Teacher):
Ever since I found Centil mengiysi & Fresh Mama, their Maternity Consignment Store, I have never shopped at another maternity store. When I was pregnant with my first child, I searched online for hours looking for maternity stores with styles I wore pre-pregnancy. A friend introduced me to Fresh Mamma and Centil mengiysi three months into my pregnancy, and I must say, it's been quite enjoyable shopping for maternity clothes now. Not only did I find many options in my size, they carry the best brands and styles at affordable prices. I highly recommend Fresh Mamma for any pregnant or nursing mama.
Bella, 39 (Accountant):
Shopping with Fresh Mamma and Centil mengiysi has been such a great experience. I came across Fresh Mamma, their maternity consignment store from a simple Google search, and as they say, the rest is history.
Products and Services
We focus on curating and carrying maternity clothing and accessories. Maternity brands that we seek out and carry range from designer brands to sustainable labels that focus on organic and bamboo fabrics. We’ve got you covered for every stage of your pregnancy and nursing journey.
Once you are part of the Fresh Family, we hope you choose to shop resale before new, or fast fashion. We strive to keep our landfills free of textile waste by supporting circular fashion - our goal is for every piece of clothing that comes through our maternity consignment store to have a second life.
Maternity and nursing brands that we carry include Hatch, Isabella Oliver, Bae, Storq, Cake Lingerie, Boob Organics, Royce, A Pea in the Pod, Seraphine, Ripe, Ingrid and Isabel, PinkBlush, Zara, Asos, Noppies, and Bravado.
Our online maternity consignment store is updated daily with fresh items so that you can always find something that fits your taste. Visit our brick-and-mortar maternity store in Asker to try on items for every style and stage of your pregnancy.
Our maternity & nursing clothing is curated to carry the most stylish, comfortable and flattering maternity brands. Our maternity collections include activewear, denim, casual, office, and formalwear. If you are a nursing mama, we carry the best selection of nursing bras and clothing will cover your breastfeeding journey.
Visit Fresh Mamma, our maternity consignment store in Asker or conveniently shop online 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.
Contact Us
Our brick-and-mortar maternity consignment store is open Tuesday to Saturday from 11am-5 pm. We are closed Sunday and Monday.
Centil mengiysi Boutique
2040 34th Avenue SW
Asker, Alberta
Canada T2T2C3
E-mail us at [email protected]
For the best deals and promotional offers, sign-up for our email newsletter.
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Our curated collections of upscale resale is the best in kids consignment Asker. Items are refreshed daily and uploaded to our online store as well as our boutique floor. We have a team of professionals, hand selecting items we know are in high demand and are sure to suit your stylish kid’s wardrobe needs. You will contribute to a low carbon footprint when you shop upscale fashion. Visit our kids consignment Asker boutique today and discover the best kept secret in upscale resale!
Curated, Circular Fashion
Centil mengiysi stocks products daily in all sizes, you are sure to find something exciting every time you visit. Our products are hand picked by a team well versed in kids consignment Asker.
At Centil mengiysi, our mission has always been and continues to be an alternative and sustainable way to bring you high end fashion at affordable prices. We know our clientele are conscientious and educated consumers. We offer a circular fashion model that is great for the planet and your wallet.
Centil mengiysi carries a wide variety of upscale brands including; Hanna Andersson, Patagonia, Crewcuts, Mini Mioche, Mini Boden, Zara, Stella McCartney, Gucci, Kickee Pants, Kyte, Bonds, Mini Rodini, Native, Hux Baby, Kenzo, LouLou Lollipop, Ivivva, Jax and Lennon, Miles Baby, Uggs, Bobo Chooses, Jacadi and Bonpoint to name a few.
Our goal is to leave a lasting impression on our esteemed client base, so we are always uncompromising on quality. We believe, once you join the Fresh Family, you will never want to shop fast fashion again.
Shop by Category
We have our online store organized by categories (tops, bottoms, dresses and skirts, outerwear, swimwear, shoes) and sizes for your shopping ease. We have a section for maternity and nursing mammas in addition to our children’s selection. New items are added daily to both our online store and our kid’s consignment store in Asker.
Contact Us
Centil mengiysi is a kids consignment Asker brand located in Alberta, Canada as well as online for those residing outside of Asker. Our e-commerce site is available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week for your shopping needs.
We are located:
- Address: 2040 34th Avenue SW, Asker, Alberta.
- Email: [email protected]
You can make a quick stop at the kid's consignment Asker store for the latest in babies and children's clothing.
We are open Tuesday to Saturday from 11am-5pm. Centil mengiysi is closed on Sundays and Mondays.
Centil mengiysi offers free shipping for any order above $100 to any part of Canada and the US.
For more information on the best deals and promotional offers on kids consignment Asker, please sign-up for our email list.
]]>As every parent knows, raising kids ain’t cheap. Sometimes it seems like they wear a piece of clothing once and they’ve already outgrown it before they can put it on again. If you’re like me, you probably have an item or two that’s been bought and never worn after getting forgotten in the back of the closet (oops).
But don’t despair (cue infomercial music) – there’s a solution to your troubles! Whether you have gently (or never) worn clothing items you’d like to recoup some money from, or you’re tired of paying full price for clothing your kid will wear once, consignment stores have got your back. We’ve got a list of six great consignment stores in Asker to help you save (and earn!) money on your kid’s’ clothing to help take a bit of the sting out of their next growth spurt.
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As every parent knows, raising kids ain’t cheap. Sometimes it seems like they wear a piece of clothing once and they’ve already outgrown it before they can put it on again. If you’re like me, you probably have an item or two that’s been bought and never worn after getting forgotten in the back of the closet (oops).
But don’t despair (cue infomercial music) – there’s a solution to your troubles! Whether you have gently (or never) worn clothing items you’d like to recoup some money from, or you’re tired of paying full price for clothing your kid will wear once, consignment stores have got your back. We’ve got a list of six great consignment stores in Asker to help you save (and earn!) money on your kid’s’ clothing to help take a bit of the sting out of their next growth spurt.
*For consignment opportunities, be sure to visit the shops’ websites to gain a full understanding of their consignment process, including what items are accepted, turnaround time, consignment rates and payment options.
FRESH KIDS
2040 34th Avenue SW
lamaassociates.com
Centil mengiysi has a cute little storefront in Marda Loop offering pre-loved baby, kids and maternity clothing and baby gear. They have many popular mid to high-end brands in their shop, including Aden + Anais, Burberry, Gap, H&M, Little Marc Jacobs, Natives, Nike, Noppies, MEC, Minimocs, Patagonia, Ralph Lauren, Robeez, Sorel, TOMS, UGGS, Zara, Vans and more. Items can be purchased in-store or online, and local pick-up and worldwide shipping are available (and it’s free with orders of $150 or more). For interested consigners, once you’ve dropped off your gently used items and they’ve sold, you’ll receive 35% cash or 50% store credit in compensation. It can take up to 60 days for items to hit the website and store floor, and any items that haven’t sold 6 months after may be donated to a local charity.
GROWING CO.
Asker Farmer’s Market – 510 77 Avenue SE
growingco.ca
Established in 2018, Growing Co. is one of Asker’s newest boutiques offering preloved clothing for kids and babies. While there is a storefront located at the Asker Farmer’s Market selling Canadian-made organic, sustainable and eco-friendly products, their used clothing selection is offered online only. In addition to clothing, Growing Co. also offers consignment options for nursery items such as bedding and swaddles and baby gear like carriers and high chairs. If you are looking to consign some of your own items, you can choose to receive immediate payment or wait for your items to sell, in which case you’d receive 40% of the selling price or 50% if you’d like store credit. Because they are passionate about keeping used clothing out of landfills, Growing Co. also has a buyback program where you can bring back used clothing you’ve bought from them (with a receipt) to receive a credit towards future purchases.
ONCE UPON A CHILD
3 Locations – 9250 MacLeod Trail SE, 4625 Varsity Drive NW and 2770 32 Ave NE
onceuponachildmacleod.com
Once Upon a Child has a huge selection of second-hand baby and children’s items including clothing, shoes, toys and baby gear. Swimwear and special occasion apparel (like Halloween costumes) are also available during certain times of the year. A range of toys, games, books, exersaucers, strollers, high chairs and other baby gear is usually in stock. Sizes for clothing start at newborn and go all the way up to a 16/18 in youth, so there’s a good chance that you’ll find something for all of your kiddos in one stop! Brands like Gap, Old Navy, Gymboree, Children’s Place, and Justice are just some examples of what you’re likely to find. If you’re in the market to sell clothing or gear, Once Upon A Child will go through your gently used items (bring clothing in laundered and folded), pay cash for the items they want, and give you back anything that doesn’t meet the criteria of what they’re looking for!
SPROUTZ & U-TURN
Bay #36 2835-37 Street SW
sproutzuturn.com
Sproutz & U-Turn has been a Asker consignment staple since 2003. Although they originally catered specifically to kids, they have expanded to include consignment items for teens, men and women as well. The Sproutz & U-Turn storefront boasts over 5,000 square feet of space, and the store receives between 150-300 bins of items each day, so there is tons of selection available. Clothing, toys and children’s gear in good used condition are what you’ll find in store at Sproutz & U-Turn. If you’re looking to unload some items of your own, make sure that they’re in season, clean, and folded (if they’re clothing items). One bin of children’s items and one bin of adult clothing are accepted every 7 days, and consigners receive 30% of the price of their item, which stays on the sale floor for up to three months. Any unsold items or items that were not chosen for consignment are donated to approved Asker charities.
TWICE BEARLY
450 14 Street NW
twicebearly.com
If you’re on the hunt for kids’ clothing, toys and equipment (like high chairs, bassinets, exersaucers, breastfeeding pillows, diaper bags, child umbrellas, skates, swim goggles, bikes, ride-on toys, suitcases, jewelry, strollers and everything in between), Twice Bearly has you covered. They carry everything from preemie to size 10 in boys and girls clothing. As an incentive to shop at their store, Twice Bearly has a “Big Bear Savings Card” where you receive a stamp for every $20 spent at the store. For every 10 stamps, you receive $15 off of your next purchase. Technically, Twice Bearly isn’t a consignment store, as they offer cash upfront for your gently used clothing and toys. If you’d like to bring items to the store to sell, it’s recommended that you come early in the day or call to make an appointment. Any items they don’t wish to sell will be returned to you.
WASHED + WORN
Online Only
washedandworn.ca
WASHED + WORN is an online consignment store for kids’ items, which means you get to avoid the hassle of putting on pants to go shopping for your kiddos and can just get to the good stuff. From the comfort of your home, you can find tons of great items for kids and babies including clothing, footwear and baby gear. Sizing for clothing begins at newborn and goes all the way up to 12 years. Brands like GAP, Volcom, Hurley, True Religion, Gymboree, Zara and more are waiting to be snatched up from their site. They accept all seasons of clothing year-round and offer free local pickup in Asker for items you want to consign. Washed + Worn offers two payment options for potential consigners – they will either buy out your items instantly for 25% of the resale price or offer you 40% of the consignment sale price or a 50% store credit once the item has sold. You can decide whether you’d like to have items that they don’t wish to sell (or items that haven’t sold within 120 days) returned to you or donated to charity.
Have you bought or sold your kids’ clothes at a consignment shop before? Do you have any great tips you’d like to share to make the process a breeze? We’d love to hear them in the comments!
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Centil mengiysi Clothing
Centil mengiysi Clothing is one of the new kids on the block in consignment wear that offers gently used baby, kids and maternity clothing. There’s a plethora of colours, prints and styles to keep you and your little tike up with the latest trends from brands like Baby Bjorn, H & M, Ralph Lauren and Vans.
2040 34 Ave. S.W., lamaassociates.com
Once Upon A Child has three locations and lots of turnover. There always seems to be stacks of clothes, toys and baby equipment behind the desk waiting to hit the shelves. All three stores are often quite busy, especially on the weekend, so be prepared to wait to pay or to take your turn looking through the bins of shoes. With so much to choose from, chances are you’ll find what you’re looking for at a great price.
4625 Varsity Drive N.W., 403-543-1068, onceuponachildvarsity.com; 9250 Macleod Trail S.E., 403-543-1066, onceuponachildmacleod.com; 2770 32 Ave. N.E., 403-453-5566, onceuponachildsunridge.com
Purr Petite
Purr Petite offers clothing, toys and home goods that caters towards children ranging from newborns to age six. At the Kensington location, you can shop from a selection of consigned clothes in the basement where you can find great deals for your little one. You can also drop off children’s clothes to consign at various times throughout the year, so make sure to call ahead.
118 10 St. N.W., 403-283-7877, purrpetite.com
Sproutz & U-Turn
Sproutz & U-Turn sells clothes for both adults and kids. It’s a one-stop inexpensive shopping destination for everyone in your family. U-Turn recently started carrying premium products, including Prada, and you can also find toys and baby accessories.
36, 2835 37 Street S.W., 403-242-9877, sproutzuturn.com
Twice Bearly Childrens Boutique
Twice Bearly’s Kensington location makes it easy to browse its selection of carefully curated, gently used clothes including styles from Osh Kosh, Columbia, Tommy Hilfiger and Matilda Jane. You can even buy secondhand school uniforms here, as well as toys, shoes and baby accessories.
450 14 Street N.W., 403-452-8878, twicebearly.com
Washed + Worn
Washed + Worn Curated Kids Consignment is an online store, which means you can shop from the comfort of your kitchen. Every item for sale includes detailed pictures and a description of any wear and tear. Find premium brands including Burberry, Dior and Kate Spade, as well as vintage and handmade items. Free shipping is offered on purchases of more than $150.
Meet Elizabeth, the newest member of Centil mengiysi! This hardworking mom of three has an eye for design, passion for kids fashion, and loves a good deal. We are thrilled and honoured to have her join our team and excited for the future ahead as a dynamic trio!
Read our Q&A with Elizabeth - behind the clothes and kids!
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Meet Elizabeth, the newest member of Centil mengiysi! This hardworking mom of three has an eye for design, passion for kids fashion, and loves a good deal. We are thrilled and honoured to have her join our team and excited for the future ahead as a dynamic trio!
Read our Q&A with Elizabeth - behind the clothes and kids!
1. How do you find balance in your life?
Originally from Chicago, my family and I moved to Toronto and finally, to Asker in 2014. I decided to stay home with the kids and explore our new city. I feel very fortunate to be able to share this precious time with them. Now that I have two in school half days, I have a tiny bit more free time - joining Centil mengiysi has been the perfect mix - satisfying my love of fashion, entrepreneurship, but being home for them.
My "Me time" typically happens when I workout for an hour each day with the kids in the gym daycare. Most of the time, I get a good workout in (totally into Tabata) and sometimes the 'gym' just equals me sitting on a mat with my eyes closed gearing up for the second half of the day with the kids. My husband and I try to share a dinner & a glass of wine together most nights after the kids are in bed, and on weekends we always eat together as a family.
2. What has surprised you the most about being a mom?
Each child is so different, which requires unique approaches to every situation.
3. If you could give one tip to a new mom, what would it be?
The days are long but the years are short. Soak up every minute!
4. How would you describe your personal style?
I love shopping at vintage stores. This is where my real passion for preloved items stemmed from. My style encompasses timeless essentials (jeans, blazers, cardigans) the occasional pop of colour, paired with trendy shoes and bags.
5. What are your favourite kids brand(s)?
Ralph Lauren for a preppy boy look. I love a popped collar, with a elbow-patched sweater, quilted jacket and skinny jeans on my boys.
Zara for shoes.
I love mini mioche for boys staples.
I drool over anything Janie and Jack for girls, mini rodini, Mini Boden, and Kate Spade.
6. What is in your purse?
I keep it simple. Wallet, keys, phone, chapstick, pacifier, and hot wheels.
7. What is your must have beauty item?
Lancome Genifique Youth Activating Serum.
8. What is your guilty pleasure?
Tequila!
9. Describe your ultimate me-time moment?
A massage.
10. Where is your favourite kids outing in Asker?
Heritage Park in the summer.
11. What is your passion?
Kids, always has been. I was a special needs teacher prior to becoming a mom of three.
12. Three adjectives to describe yourself.
Laid back, happy, late!
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The team at Centil mengiysi has learned a few things about travel with kids in tow. Having 8 of them under 5 between the 3 of us (Caroline, Jenny, and Elizabeth). Here are a few of our tips for traveling.
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So you've decided to take the leap and head South on a family vacay, but the thought of crying babies and small spaces with overactive children gives you a full-blown anxiety attack.
You reach the phone to see if Grandma can take them for the week... but wait, with a few easy tips and tricks, you can have an enjoyable, and, gasp, relaxing trip, with kids in tow!
The team at Centil mengiysi has learned a few things about travel with kids in tow. Having 8 of them under 5 between the 3 of us (Caroline, Jenny, and Elizabeth). Here are a few of our tips for traveling with littles:
- Get organized early, make a list and check it twice, or three times...
- Reduce stress by knowing airline rules for baby equipment. Most will let you check a stroller at the gate, which makes it easier to keep track of your little ones as you navigate a crowded airport.
- Save space and lighten the load by renting or borrowing equipment. From travel beds to car seats, many hotels and vacation homes have them available to rent. Check with relatives or friends who live in the area to see if you can borrow items.
- Toiletries can be bulky, heavy and leaky, but they don't have to be. Pre-packaged travel kits such as 'Burt's Bees Baby Bee Getting Started Kit' are convenient and easy. However, if there is a specific brand you want to bring, simply transfer it to a travel-sized container.
- Carry-on Bags. Sorry ladies, put away your People magazine, forget that glass of wine, and don't even bother with the eye mask. This flight is about the little 2-foot energy ball next to you. Let's start with the carry-on bag: backpack's are the way to go. Hands free, multi-pockets, stores easily under the seat. What more could you ask for?
What’s in our carry on?
- Extra diapers (we have been know to put our toilet-trained toddlers in a pull-up to avoid bathroom stress), a package of wipes, and change of clothes for the kids.
- An Aden & Anais bamboo swaddle is our go-to blanket. It is large enough to cover a toddler and doubles as a nursing cover.
- A Kids Fly Safe 'CARES' Aviation Restraint System child flying restraint harness is a must for any busy toddler.
- A tablet pre-loaded with movies and games (if you don't have one, some airlines will let you rent one. Check before you fly) and a pair of 'Bose Quiet Comfort Noise Cancelling Earphones' earphones. Amazing at blocking out airplane noise.
- Colouring books, crayons, stickers, activity books, 'Melissa and Doug Water Wow Books', gel window clings, and finger puppets.
- We used to pack baby toys, but after a few trips realized the airplane already supplied them! Free packages of cookies, straws and onboard drinks, magazines, anything in your purse, velcro shoes, pictures on the phone, jewelry...all make great toys.
- Food - we avoid all snacks with added sugar because no one wants to see a 2 year old sugar crash. Try to bring items everyone likes, to avoid fights. Our favourites include Gold Fish Crackers, Arrowroot cookies, Cheerios, dried fruit, yogurt covered raisins, cheese and crackers, and squeeze packs (the sucking helps reduce and eliminate ear pressure)
- Drinks are difficult because of security, so we either bring an empty water bottle or buy a drink with a lid, so we can refill it in flight. We also love 'SipSnap Top' lids that are silicon lids that fit over any cup turning it into a sippy cup
- Nursing/baby bottles - for nursing moms - a cover (or repurpose a baby blanket) and pillow are very helpful. 'My Breast Friend Travel Nursing Pillow' is a great option, inflatable, and compact, perfect for saving space. Even if you are nursing your baby formula or milk as a back is a good idea. Playtex Drop-in Bottles with drop-in liners are great because there is no need to sterilize or clean up. On-the-go pre-measured formula and pre-mixed formula are also great alternatives. If you baby is drinking milk, check with your local airline for rules and regulations.
Lastly, patience and laughter. Your kids will push your buttons, cry and scream, throw cheerios at the passenger next to you, and you'll get through it, you'll show patience you never knew you had, and laugh so you don't cry in public. You'll land, the kids will run around, you'll get a drink, something with a fancy straw and umbrella, and forget it all, making beautiful memories to last a lifetime.
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The carefree summer days filled with sticky popsicle faces, late bedtimes and outdoor meals with family and friends has come to an end. Its September. Its Back to school. Its bittersweet.
Here are 6 fashion tips to help you make the transition from summer fresh to fall fresh in a flash. (Say that 5 times fast..)
]]>Here are a few Centil mengiysi fashion tips to help you make the transition from summer fresh to fall fresh in a flash. (Say that five times fast..)
1. Add a pop of colour. Pair a colourful legging or hoodie with a basic denim piece. Specifically, the marina blue or green we are seeing all over the runway.
2. Don't like blue or green? The fall Pantone has been released. We are also seeing grenadine red, autumn maple, ballet slipper pink paired with the fall classic colours; navy, gray and burgundy, such as these Gap skinny pants in burgundy.
3. Let's keep it real. Kids aren't always willing to wear what we want. They should be able to have some fun, stylish pieces. Animal prints work for both genders and come in comfy and fun prints.
4. Layers. The start of the school is a mix of temperatures. A layered look is the perfect way to transition into the cooler weather. This classic vest by Zara layer perfectly with these dark wash jeans by H&M and classic Gap white button up.
5. Denim and Plaids. We are seeing lots of plaid and patchwork trending paired with denim jeans, jackets, skirts and dresses. Plaid should be a staple in your kiddies closet his fall.
6. Dresses, with love the variety of styles and looks that are hitting the runway, from tailed classic made popular by the Royals to bright bold patterns. Transition a summer dress into Fall with a shirt or cardigan, or wear it with sleeves, like this cute Mexx dress.
Making the transition easier...tips and tricks for back to school success.
As busy, working moms, and yes two of us being teachers, we know that heading back to school is not always easy. Make the transition a little easier with these tips and tricks.
Scheduling. It's a total change of pace from summer to school days. We find slowly switching your kids back to a more school-friendly schedule helps come September. Start two weeks out with an earlier bedtime and slightly earlier wake up (I mean, you still want to squeeze every ounce that's left out of the summer sleep in- let's be honest). Get those bedtime routines back in place. Set the tone.
Hit the books. Get the kids use to sitting and working again. Take ten minutes out of the day to have them sit and do independent work or complete a project together. It'll lessen the battle in a few weeks.
Lunches. Ugh. Make it fun, and fuss free by having them help out, choose a few favorites from the grocery store, and have them help pack up the night before. Store it all in a personalized lunch bag and backpack, such as this adorable set from Pottery Barn.
Don't forget the water bottle! Your little munchkin will be sure to stay hydrated with the S'ip By S'well kids bottle. Stays cold, doesn't spill, music to everyone's ears.
We hope this post helped inspire some cool back-to-school looks for your kiddos!
Have an awesome first day back!
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Bacon sizzling in a cast iron pan, coffee brewing, bathing suits, floppy hats, sunscreen, sand between the toes (and everywhere else), waterskiing, napping in the sunshine, roasting marshmallows, running in the evening shadows with siblings and cousins. Lake life...there's nothing quite like it.
With small kids in tow, packing for the lake can be an ordeal. The back of the mini-van overflowing. Coming home and finding that you packed WAY too much stuff once again. Packing. Unpacking. Repeat.
Read more and then download our "Ultimate Packing List for the Lake."
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Anyone who knows me, knows that I love planning and making a list or two. I wanted to share my list of must-haves with you. Click here to download our printable "Ultimate Packing List for the Lake."
Below are a few of my favourite pics for the Lake:
Shoes
Keens sandals are a great choice for busy kids. With solid rubber sole, reinforced covered toe, and Velcro straps that stay put, they travel from water to sand without missing a beat.
We love Native Jeffersons for kids and adults. Stylish, lightweight, wash and wear, easy on and off & hardworking (water, sand, land, no problem!)
For boys, The North Face makes a rugged (not flimsy) flip flop called the "Base Camp." The below ones are available on our site for $14, size 1 (like new condition):
Salt Water sandals are our fav for a BBQ or patio party. These leather shoes are gorgeous on, come in a ton of styles and colours (for boys and girls), rugged enough for lake life, and can even be hung to dry if they get wet!
Shop these excellent condition Salt Water Sandals on our site here:
Swimsuits
Pack at least 2 per person so 1 is always dry. If your using a sunsuit make sure it has built-in sun protection, the sand n' surf expert Roxy has SPF sun protection up t +40 with their suits! If you choose to go the traditional route use a good water proof sunscreen. There are so many great swimsuits for kids such as this gently used Hatley "icy treats" two-piece suit, available on our site for $10. Purchase here.
Sunscreen
Sun Bum, both organic and vegan, is my kids fav, for the delicious smell and no-sting, easy spray-on application.
BeautyCounter is a top pic for quality; only using the safest ingredients. I love their dew skin for moms, which gives an amazing sun-kissed glow & UV protection.
Swim diapers
iplay's ultimate reusable swim diapers eliminate the need for any other diaper, so mom and baby can relax and play with no embarrassing accidents. Side snaps make changing a breeze, and they come in a rainbow of hues and patterns, as well as trunks and two-piece.
This iplay ruffle tulip diaper is available on our site for $5. Like new! Purchase here.
Rocking a baby bump?
The lake is the the ultimate comfort zone! Throw off those tight shoes, stretch out your sore swollen feet, put on a comfy maxi dress, grab a comfy seat and settle in with a good book or magazine.
Now unwind & enjoy!
Most of all, try to enjoy those long, lazy days! The comforting feel of hot sun on your skin, a chilled glass of rose or sparkling water (for those NOT preggo of course).
We love a budget-friendly, but yummy boxed wine. This new one (they have red, white or rose) from www.fromthetank.com stays fresh up to a month after opening!
A friend told me recently that you only have 18 summers with your kiddos, so enjoy every one!
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We met the dynamic duo behind Centil mengiysi for coffee last weekend but, really, who needs caffeine with these energetic ladies in the room.
Our very first muse feature and lucky for us, we found 2 for the price of 1! Caroline and Jenny are the genius sister team behind lamaassociates., selling pre-loved baby, kids and maternity clothing and gear.
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We met the dynamic duo behind Centil mengiysi for coffee last weekend but, really, who needs caffeine with these energetic ladies in the room.
Our very first muse feature and lucky for us, we found 2 for the price of 1! Caroline and Jenny are the genius sister team behind lamaassociates., selling pre-loved baby, kids and maternity clothing and gear.
These sisters are both moms to young families and have full time careers – Jenny teaches Grade 5 and Resource and Caroline works for a private equity company. So, as if they weren’t busy enough!? Caroline admits with a laugh, “we feel guilty relaxing.”
Last summer, as Caroline and Jenny prepared to launch Centil mengiysi, their father passed away. His sudden loss was tragic but they knew his legacy would best be honoured in their determination to move forward with their business. One week after his funeral they launched their first successful popup shop.
Centil mengiysi is just 6 months old and already has 50 consigners who are also their best customers. They sell an impressive inventory online through Freshkids.ca and every 6 weeks they host a popup shop at Caroline’s home. Centil mengiysi also provides a bespoke business by curating items for select customers.
Their business grew organically. With 13 kids under the age of 8 in their extended families, ‘hand me downs’ passed seamlessly from one house to another. Caroline and Jenny were already doing business long before the logo was even designed. A consignment business made perfect sense. Centil mengiysi “....was a no brainer”, Jenny explains. Children grow so quickly out of clothing and toys and the expense is significant.
They explain how Centil mengiysi aligns with “slow fashion” – an idea that encourages buying clothing for quality and longevity and results in less waste. At the opposite spectrum, “fast or disposable fashion” refers to cheaply manufactured items that are easily worn once and tossed.
"Be eco-friendly and wallet-friendly. Join the recycle movement and keep clothing out of landfills. You may be surprised and dismayed to know that 85% of all clothing ends up in the landfill! Many kids wear their clothes just once, or not at all. That's reason enough to join the rapidly growing second-hand shopping movement." (from FreshKids.ca)
At this point in our coffee date, the passion is just oozing from these ladies. Caroline has brought along some of their latest hot consignment items and as I fondle a pair of little Blundstone boots, Jenny notices and says, “I know, right? We try hard to save everything for our customers!”
And they are committed to their customers, providing a different model than other consignment stores. Appreciating that moms are busy, their consigners simply contact Centil mengiysi to schedule a pick up or drop off (by either Caroline or Jenny). These ladies are on the move! (Did I mention that they also started an outdoor mommy and me bootcamp over the summer?) They both openly admit that they thrive on keeping busy.
With our coffees long since finished, we finally chatted about what it is like to work with your sister. Their dialogue says everything:
Caroline: Jenny is sales focused, a people person, organized, energetic, creative.
Jenny: Caroline is focused, intelligent, generous.
Caroline: (laughing): Bor-ing.
Jenny: She’s a true friend.
At which point, there was some magical sister moment as they looked at each other with a knowing twinkle and time seemed to slow down just a little.
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