Goodwill Lifestyle Expert - Marques Clark

Goodwill Lifestyle Expert - Marques ClarkMarques J. Clark is a husband, father, forward-thinker, educator and author. Born and raised in Oak Park, IL, Marques always had a passion for writing. He took an interest in poetry at an early age and had his first piece published in 8th grade. Marques received his Bachelor of Arts in Sociology and Master of Science in Higher Education from Northern Illinois University. Upon graduating, Marques started his entrepreneurial career as the co-founder of Aucity, a marketing and research company that develops strategies for engaging younger audiences in non-traditional ways. In 2016, Marques became the bestselling author of his first book, The Goodwill Fashion Lookbook. He currently lives in the Western suburbs of Illinois with his wife Kyndall, and son Micah. During his down time, Marques enjoys photography, traveling, reading, spending time with friends and family and binge-watching Shark-Tank. He is currently wrapping up the first installment in his Pop Culture in Education book series. Marques' personal mission is to help individuals reach their fullest potential through creativity and innovation and wants to continue to serve as a resource for those interested in discovering their passion.


Posted by Marques Clark on Jun 29, 2017 10:54:20 AM

What to Wear to an Interview by Shopping at Goodwill

Goodwill is THE go-to place to find interview attire. New items are placed on the sales floor every day, which means you can potentially find something different each time you visit one of Goodwill’s many stores. Before an interview, I always visit Goodwill to find professional attire to wear. The average price of an interview outfit ranges from $40-$120. A good quality suit can start at $300 and retail for up to $800. I’ve used Goodwill to shop for my last three interviews and not only did I get the job, but I paid less than $10 for suits that normally retail for $400. Use the following tips to find your outfit at Goodwill for your next interview!

Posted by Marques Clark on Jun 20, 2017 12:00:00 AM

Goodwill Shoppers: Behind the Scenes

For the past year, I’ve had the opportunity to engage with various Goodwill shoppers in the Chicagoland area. These individuals display their creativity and innovation through their outfits every day. What is the one thing that they all have in common? They are huge fans of the Goodwill shopping experience. Shopping at Goodwill is an exciting, never-ending scavenger hunt! With so many options available, and endless amounts of creativity, they find new inspiration each time they visit one of the many Goodwill stores. Check out the behind-the-scenes photos below ...

Posted by Marques Clark on Jun 15, 2017 4:47:14 PM

Advice from Goodwill Shoppers: Hannah Bonecutter

Hannah Bonecutter is an accomplished, young woman with high aspirations and immense dedication. While earning her Bachelor’s of Science degree from the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign, Hannah became a licensed professional educator in Illinois. Since then, Hannah has taught and privately tutored students in all subjects and across all ages from infants to high schoolers. She also has experience teaching in a variety of different settings, including urban, suburban, private, and public. 

Posted by Marques Clark on May 30, 2017 10:32:13 AM

Summer Styles at Goodwill

Summer is quickly approaching! That means it is time to make room in your closet for colorful, bright, vibrant summer outfits. Shopping for summer items at Goodwill is not only easy but a lot of fun! Goodwill has a huge selection of summer items with thousands of new fashion trends placed on the sales floor every day. From shorts to swimming trunks and bathing suits, there is something for everyone. The best part about shopping at Goodwill is that everything is so inexpensive! Stop into your local Goodwill now to find some awesome summer items to brighten up your closet. Take a look at what these shoppers found!

Posted by Marques Clark on Apr 19, 2017 5:07:09 PM

Advice from Goodwill Shoppers: Cynthia Macias

What is your experience with thrifting?

Cynthia: I’ve always been into thrifting. I think it’s starting to become mainstream now and so many more people are gravitating towards it. When I shop, I usually look in the clearance section to see what creative and inexpensive pieces I can find so becoming a Goodwill shopper was an easy transition.

Posted by Marques Clark on Apr 5, 2017 12:00:49 PM

5 Easy Steps Toward Establishing Your Sense of Style


Versatility is extremely important when choosing your outfit. One mistake many people make when shopping at Goodwill is forgetting to look for items that can be incorporated into multiple outfits. Be intentional when you’re shopping and think of ways to use one item in various outfits.

Posted by Marques Clark on Mar 28, 2017 5:08:29 PM

Advice from Goodwill Shoppers: Making the Most of Your Shopping Experience

While working on The Fusion Effect: A Goodwill Digital Fashion Show I had the opportunity to sit down and speak with Goodwill shoppers about their shopping experiences and various trips to Goodwill stores. To make the most out of your Goodwill shopping experience you want to have a plan, but also an open mind for finding items. These shoppers were asked to give their top 3 tips when shopping at Goodwill. Let’s see what they had to say ...

Posted by Marques Clark on Mar 22, 2017 4:45:44 PM

How to Organize Your Closet in 5 Steps

Before you go on your Goodwill shopping trip it’s important to first have a plan in place. Organizing your closet is one of the easiest things you can do to improve your shopping skills and have a successful trip at Goodwill. It helps you figure out what items you already have, what items you can add to your wish list and what items you need. And by “need”, I mean something you absolutely cannot live without. It also saves you the headache of going through your closet and spending so much time trying to find the right outfit.