FAQ
First swap? The answers to your questions are probably here! If they're not, drop us a line at 3witchesclothingswaps@gmail.com
Q: Why do you say "femme," not "womens"?
A: Because we recognize that clothing has no gender, just style. We don't assume our swappers are only women.
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Q: Do I have to stay for the whole four hours?
A: Not if you don't want to. These events are like open houses, people come and go as their day allows. Some drop their clothes, give their size a look-over, maybe grab one or two things, and take off. Others stay for the whole thing, and spend just as much time hanging out with friends as they do going over the tables.
Q: What can I expect at the event?
A: You'll drop off your swap items with our volunteers as you enter the swap, so you can get right to the tables to find the clothes you're bringing home with you. Everything on the swap tables is available for you to choose from. If you see something you want, you take it. The items on the tables rotate frequently as people come into the event, we recommend a few pass-throughs over an hour or two to get a really good look at what comes in.
Q: Are the events accessible for disabled swappers?​
A: Yes, the event space is ground level and barrier-free.
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Q: Are there dressing rooms?
A: There are spacious accessible bathrooms that double as dressing rooms, yes.
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Q: What's the parking like?
A: Ample, accessible, and free! While we recommend carpooling for the environmental and community benefits, there's plenty of parking for everyone. The space is also on multiple bus lines, check The Rapid for schedules and more information.
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Q: Can we leave and re-enter?
A: Absolutely! Feel free to pop in and out of the event as your schedule allows.
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Q: Can we bring food/drinks?
A: Yes, we just ask that all drinks have secure lids, and that food is kept away from the swap tables.
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Q: Is there anything else we should bring?
A: Seating is limited, so a folding chair would be useful if you don't have a great tolerance for standing. And if you plan to bring lots of clothes home with you, you may want to bring extra bags or boxes to carry them in.
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Q: Will there be maternity wear?
A: Depends on who brings what! Sometimes there's a whole table, sometimes there's maybe a pair of jeans.
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Q: Can we drop off clothes for the event in advance?
A: We don't have the capacity to store swap clothes before the event, we only take swap clothes during the event hours.
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Q: I really don't have anything to swap...
A: That is absolutely fine, come anyway, get more clothes! That includes you, trans ladies - we don't care how you present coming in, you'll have a big wardrobe boost when you leave.
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Q: Can my tween/teen come with me?
A: as long as they're in an adult XS or larger, they're welcome to swap! We accept Juniors sizes along with adult sizes, our signage translates how the sizes compare to each other in fit.
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Q: Will I need a sitter?
A: We provide no childcare or entertainment, and the space can get pretty crowded. We recommend wearing nursing babies and toddlers, and finding a sitter for the 3-9 crowd.
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Q: Can I bring [anything other than femme clothes, shoes, & accessories] to swap?
A: Unfortunately, unless we announce a sub-swap (like our toy swap for the holidays in November), we do not have the space to accept any swap items outside of our swap focus - that includes masc clothes, children's clothes, books, etc. We are happy to mentor anyone who would like to host a swap for other items, we have years of swap experience and would love to see more swaps in the area. Email 3witchesclothingswaps@gmail.com if you're interested in getting your own swap going.
