Local businesswoman opens new sustainable clothing store

BIRMINGHAM, Ala. (WBRC) – There’s a new business in town that aims to reduce the environmental impact of clothing and save you money.

Local businesswoman Shannon Styes has just opened “Cheap Chick” in Homewood.

“I came up with the idea a few years ago when I had young kids, had worked in retail all my life and only had tons of clothes. Church sales took a lot of work and came up with the idea,” says Styes. “During the pandemic, we revisited the idea and discovered that younger generations are really embracing second-hand items, so we thought this would be the right one. time to try it.”

She says she started the business to help moms and youngsters looking for affordable clothing, while trying to take it easy on the environment.

“Anyone who comes here and loves fashion and clothes, you can feel good buying from us, these items have already gone through the life cycle, you are not contributing to potential clothes in landfills or the environmental effects of fashion fast,” says Styes. You can feel good about yourself and still have the look you want.

The store offers a variety of styles for all ages, from toddlers to big kids, styles for men and women, and even vintage items, at a fraction of the price. They will also buy your gently used items on site. If you’re looking to clean up your closet, they’re accepting spring items right now. The store is located at 430 Green Springs Hwy suite 20, Homewood.

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