Hot off the presses, the Salvation Army of NYC has announced the dates for their 2011 Coat Sale, an annual event that pits fashionistas against die-hard bargain hunters in the race for the most fabulous coats of the season! Prices are ridiculously low, the competition is high, and, most importantly, real people in need benefit from the proceeds. The Coat Sale Details:
October 8
November 5
December 3
January 7
Doors open at 9:00 a.m., but the line starts early.
Salvation Army Hell’s Kitchen
536 West 46th Street
New York, NY 10036
For our insider tips on scoring the best deals, check out Salvation Army Coat Sale Haul & How-To Guide!
TSC got an exclusive, behind-the-scenes preview of last year’s coat sale, and it also works as a virtual primer for what to expect. Be sure to let us know all about your haul!
Hi there. I'm Nicole. I live in New York City, in a small apartment full of strange little things. In addition to running Thrift Store Confidential 
hi there -
i had a question for you – was thinking of going to the SA coat sale this weekend, but wondered if you ever worried about bedbugs when you get stuff from there these days? Is it something i should be worried about? Do you ever think about that since the big bedbug scare these last couple of years?
Thanks!
D