Salvation Army (or stores like it) for a vintage designer purse?
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I love to nose around in second-hand shops. I haven't seen any desinger bags yet but even in HAckney where I work, I've bought Ferragamo pumps and a Burberry Trench coat. Unfortunately, I've also seen a few fake LVs that seem to sell quickly. I've heard about a the Charity shops around Sloane Square but I have yet to visit one.
Incidentally, did anyone visit the Oxfam that used to be open in New Bond Street?
Incidentally, did anyone visit the Oxfam that used to be open in New Bond Street?
I used to shop at Salvation Army all the time when I lived in Dallas...not sure if they still do, but Neimans used to donate items there. After a fashion show...all the things would go to the Salvation Army, and I would get shoes that weren't even in the store yet. I once bought my MIL a pair of Chanel boots for $40 that came out that season for over $800. My first Chanel bag I bought at Salvation Army...tags still on, but with the Chanel label cut off the inside pocket. It still cost @$400, but the price tag said $1600...so it was a great deal. Cashmere sweaters are another good find second-hand...I have tons that I have either gotten at thrift shops or at consignment stores. Garage sales are also great for vintage bags....especially if the people are a bit older, and just have no idea that the Gucci bag they are selling for $20, would sell on Ebay for a few hundred! You really need the time to look....and also to go back frequently. I used to go about once a week. But, there is nothing better than a good bargain!!!
someomne tolf be about it around september but a few weeks ago I saw the closed oxfam. it was completely empty: no stock or mannequins, so I'm not even sure whether it was ever open.
Thrift stores... ::starry eyes:: 
I grew up dying for interesting clothes, in a sea of JCPenny's. I was in a very street urban area, so the thrift store was a haven for vintage tee's (15 years before they were cool or expensive) and other unique clothes. When I grew up, I found a few unique designer items, too. My favourite?
A patterned denim mini by JPG (Jean Paul Gaultier) in NYC. If you ever go through the west village, hit a thrift store. I knew celebrities and rich kids dropped stuff off there all the time. You'll never know who owned it first, but have it dry cleaned and dream
I grew up dying for interesting clothes, in a sea of JCPenny's. I was in a very street urban area, so the thrift store was a haven for vintage tee's (15 years before they were cool or expensive) and other unique clothes. When I grew up, I found a few unique designer items, too. My favourite?
A patterned denim mini by JPG (Jean Paul Gaultier) in NYC. If you ever go through the west village, hit a thrift store. I knew celebrities and rich kids dropped stuff off there all the time. You'll never know who owned it first, but have it dry cleaned and dream
Definitely go! I found a Miu Miu evening bag with the Neiman Marcus tags still on it. I've also found a great straw clutch, and cute totes. It all depends on the day. Spring is great for thrift stores, because that's when all the closet-cleaning happens.