Franchised in 1999, Plato s Closet is a chain of stores that offer recycled items. It buys and sells used apparel, footwear and accessories of various brands, such as Old Navy, Abercrombie & Fitch, Tommy Hilfiger, Gap, Banana Republic and Million Dollar Baby. Plato s Closet offers a variety of jewelry, books, games, picture frames, kitchen utensils, safety equipment, and medical and pet supplies. It specializes in providing a range of furniture, luggage, electronics, power tools and home d cor items. Plato s Closet is owned by Winmark, which also franchises Music Go Round, Once Upon A Child and Play It Again Sports. Plato s Closet maintains a presence in Matthews, N.C.