Spring ... it’s finally here!

In spite of its very strange entrance last Friday, spring is finally here (and hopefully here to stay). We all know what this means: it is shopping season. It’s that time of year where people go through their closets, store away their puffy jackets and snow boots, and bring out their sundresses, maxi shirts and floral-print crop tops. They throw away those garments that are so last season and buy some new ones to fill up the vacancies in their closets. Yes, changes in the seasons require a shopping spree or two.

At the Fashion Foundation, we are committed to making sure that you can stock up on a couple of cute new wardrobe pieces for the most affordable prices. How do we do this, you ask? It’s simple. We accept kind donations from the community of new and gently-used clothing and accessories. These items are then sold on our online store for a fraction of their estimated retail prices. You can even find items for as low as $3!

The proceeds from our sales are used to give school supplies to students in need. To date, we’ve completed three successful school partnerships around the New York metropolitan area and are planning many more. So, if you think about it, buying something from our online store really is a win-win!

And just in time for the warmer weather and sunny days ahead, we've got some really cute things in stock that we think you’ll absolutely love. Spring is the season for floral prints, pastels and adorable sundresses, and we've got it all. Find some of our absolute favorites below!

Attention Orange Floral Blouse/Size Large. $7

Dooney and Bourke Pink and Tan Leather Handbag. $49.

Forever 21 Aqua and Gold Bracelet/New with Tags. $4.

Ann Taylor Blue Sandals/Size 6. $7.

 Imoshion Green Fringe Handbag. $15.

Alyn Paige Blue Polka Dot Dress/Size 7/8. $7.

Aqua Purple Floral Dress/Size Extra Small. $6.

Charlotte Rousse Mint Green Top/Size Extra Small. $5

Arizona Lavender Skinny Jeans/Size 15. $5.

Charlotte Rousse Pink Floral Skirt/Size Extra Small. $11.

These are just a few of the items we love, and we think you'll love them too! Visit our online store and shop our new arrivals! Celebrate the end of this gloomy and freezing winter with a beautiful new top or a stunning handbag!

We at the Fashion Foundation want to thank YOU for supporting us. Without all of you, we wouldn't be where we are today. We look forward to continuing to grow! And if you're reading about us for the first time, we thank you for your interest. Click here to learn more about what we do!

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Holly Anne Silva is one of the Fashion Foundation's passionate bloggers. Fervent about giving back, Holly volunteers for a number of local nonprofit organizations, including Heart and Soul Animal Rescue as a kennel attendant. She currently serves as a full-time editorial writer for a major branding and publishing company in Uniondale, and holds a bachelor's degree in Journalism from Hofstra University. When she's not writing or volunteering, she's usually freelancing as a makeup artist or working on her Etsy shop, Sammy and Milo.