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Why Plato’s Closet?

Our Teen Resale Franchise Offers a Unique & Exciting Opportunity

For over thirty years, Winmark – the Resale Company® has been revolutionizing the franchising industry by offering exceptional retail resale brands to franchisees. With an extensive portfolio that includes Plato's Closet, our company has grown to more than 1,300 locations across North America, and Plato’s Closet alone is contributing more than 500+ of those locations! What truly sets Winmark apart is our innovative methodology for retail resale franchising combined with our unwavering commitment to providing franchisees with the tools and resources necessary to achieve and sustain success. Our track record speaks for itself, and we are confident in our ability to help entrepreneurs run profitable and fulfilling businesses.


Plato's Closet offers an exciting chance for aspiring franchise owners to enter the resale clothing franchise industry. Our unique selling point is the provision of affordable, fashionable clothing that doesn't compromise quality. In addition to our emphasis on value and customer satisfaction, our teen retail franchise is an excellent option for individuals interested in launching a resale business. Joining the Plato's Closet brand means gaining access to education, networking opportunities, and a team of dedicated professionals committed to your success. 

Dare to take the leap and turn your entrepreneurial dreams into a reality by providing Resale for Everyone® at Plato's Closet! Contact us today!

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Our Numbers Tell a Compelling Story

Invest in a Sustainable Future with a Plato's Closet Resale Franchise

  • $1,999,194
    Top Quartile Average Gross Sales in 2023*
  • 500+
    Stores in North America
  • $1,300,065
    Average Gross Sales in 2023*

Average Unit Sales

  • $1,093,448
    2019
  • $1,227,230
    2021
  • $1,300,065
    2023

The Plato’s Closet Difference

When seeking an investment opportunity, the first question on your mind is most likely about what makes one franchise different from the next. While many franchises may offer much of the same, Plato’s Closet sets itself apart with a truly unique opportunity.

As a resale franchise owner, you can expect the following:

  • The backing and support of a proven franchisor with more than three decades of franchising experience
  • Comprehensive training, ongoing support, and marketing assistance to ensure your success
  • Access to a powerful POS system and online cloud platform that assists with pricing and reporting
  • Established relationships with third-party vendors
  • robust corporate infrastructure that is ready to support the needs of our franchisees

Our teen resale franchise has been steadily growing with the help of our franchise partners over the past ten years. During this period, we are proud to report a 99% renewal rate on all franchise agreements. This means that at the end of their franchising contract, 99% of our franchisees choose to renew their contracts and stay in business with us, which is a true testament to our franchisees' hard work and dedication as well as our unwavering commitment to building their businesses and expanding our beloved brands.

We have always valued these relationships of mutual support and trust, and it has resulted in an incredible level of success.

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Invest in an Award-winning Clothing Franchise

Entrepreneur Franchise 500 from 2013 to 2024

Top Ranked Retail Franchise Investment

  • Entrepreneur Magazine 500 (2013-2024)
  • Entrepreneur Magazine Top Global Franchise 2022
  • 500+ Store Locations Throughout North America

Plato's Closet Store Owners Love to Franchise with Winmark

  • "I needed that support. I was young, I didn't have a lot of background or, classes in college, in business, on the business side of things."
    - Jordan P.
  • "It changed my whole life."
    - Marnie M.
  • "To me that's the best part of owning a business is being able to employ people and make a difference in their life."
    - Kate F.
  • "It's still just surreal to be a small business owner. It's very rewarding and I, and I'm very thankful."
    - Rena M.
  • "I’ve always wanted to open a business and I didn’t really have the courage. I had no business training. We did a lot of research and were impressed so we went for it and I’ve never looked back."
    - Shawna N.
  • "Winmark is growing, they come up with new ideas each year; and we grow with them."
    - Multiple Winmark Franchise Owners

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From upcycling and recycling to taking practical steps toward sustainability initiatives, Plato’s Closet creates accessible opportunities that benefit teens everywhere. We understand that this kind of franchise pursuit can be both difficult and rewarding, which is why our team of experts provides guidance and support through every step of the journey to ensure success. By turning the teen resale franchise into a business opportunity through us, you'll be able to make a lasting difference in the world—creating positive change for all those who are involved.

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