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What fashonable woman doesn’t like her designer brands? Armani, Gucci, Dior, Escada and Prada – you name them, we’ve all got our eye on them. But, these days, who of us can really afford designer prices in the current economic climate?
DESIGNER DESIRES
Designerdesires.com offers a full range of new and nearly new clothing and accessories at discounted prices. Whether you’re looking to buy a designer item or sell your unwanted items, Designerdesires.com may be the answer. We met with founder, Jane Egan to find out more.
Jane, tell us about Designer Desires Designer
Desires was set up so that everyone who loves fashion can afford a piece of luxury. The credit crunch means that everyone is looking to reduce their spending and this is the ideal way to own the very best designer fashions without breaking the bank. Items for sale are checked to ensure the highest quality and enable shoppers to purchase with confidence. Everyone has items in their wardrobes which were purchased for a special event and have perhaps been worn only once or twice. The site offers the ability to turn these unwanted items into cash by finding a new, appreciative owner.
Has fashion always been a passion?
I was brought up with fashion in my blood! My grandfather had a high end ladies outfitters and my mother had her own designer dress agency which she established in the mid 70s, Caryl’s Dress Agency, one of the first established in Wales. My mother retired some years back and since then we have often talked about opening another dress agency. One evening we were again having the same conversation and I suggested that maybe an online dress agency would be the answer, and so Designer Desires was conceived.
I bet you’re partial to designer clothes yourself?
Yes, classic Chanel and Dior of course! Roberto Verino of Spain is one of my favourites at the moment. I tend to hold on to classic pieces and team them up with current lines to add an edge to my outfit. Above all, my greatest weakness is shoes!
Who are your customers?
It varies from the person who wants to make space in their wardrobes by getting rid of items they’ve had for a year or more (we don’t take any items more than 3 years old), that they’re tired of, or that don’t fit. Or it might be just keeping on top of things and selling on their ‘special occasion’ wear – a beautiful evening dress or a worn once wedding or racing outfit. Jewellery, shoes, bags, hats, scarves, gloves and clothes all fit into this category.
How does it work?
If you buy from Designer Desires you will receive your purchase beautifully packaged within three days for you to try on in the comfort of your own home. If you sell through us, we offer a discreet, reliable, commission based service. All you have to do is decide to sell and we do the rest, it couldn’t be easier. Designer Desires charge 40% commission on the sale price which is set in advance of the item being ‘live’ on the site, in agreement with the vendor. This commission rate is lower than on the high street.
I suppose online means that you’re open all of the time?
We’re open twenty four hours a day, 365 days a year to anyone in the world, which is great as seasons don’t matter for stock. I remember, as a child, my mum having to turn down items because customers brought clothes in at the wrong time of year.
Who’s style do you admire most?
Audrey Hepburn, timeless classic and right now Carla Bruni-Sarkozy.
With Christmas on the horizon, how can Designer Desires help Vale Life readers?
The website provides a great way for sellers to make some extra cash and for buyers it is an opportunity to purchase a gift for a loved one or alternatively, you may want to treat yourself and get your hands on a fantastic designer number, ready for the festive period.
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