BEST NEW STORE (OPENED IN LAST 12 MONTHS)

Need a trendy top, a cute pair of jeans or a fabulous pair of Michael Kors sandals? This Plaza Midwood shop offers clothing “by the community, for the community.” They buy and resell merchandise, but boast “cash, not consignment” as their way of business. For the shopaholics out there, bring in your goods for trade and you’ll leave with something new. Added bonus: When you check out, you have the option of forgoing a plastic bag and instead donating to charity. 1521 Central Ave. 704-372-2300 www.buffaloexchange.com