Ok, ok; I’ll admit it. I’m a fashion disciple. In my Bible (aka Vogue), JC stands for Jimmy Choo not Jesus Christ (please pardon the blasphemy).
However, when I voluntarily flung myself out of the proverbial nest last year, my relationship with shopping went through a brutal transition and was no longer classified as priority numero uno; apparently becoming a "fully functional" adult meant putting shelter before shoes and food before frocks (I know, I know…what a drag).
As my dejected compulsive spending tendencies wept by the wayside, it was a wake up call that was warmly welcomed by my credit card.
But as I sat there sadly contemplating a life in which I had less shoes and more money in savings, the fighting instinct in me kicked in. I would not be defeated or dictated by my limited disposable income. I would find a way to get what I wanted without putting myself on the Repo Squad's radar or having to beg for frivolity funds from the Bank of Daddy.
And then the light bulb moment came.
Off course!
The female-friendly 'C' word!
CONSIGNMENT.
And I'm not talking thrift or op shopping.
I'm talking upscale, on trend resale shopping that will not break the bank. Whoop whoop!
I'm talking more specifically about Red Finch Boutique.
Red Finch is a beautiful boutique, located in Melbourne's north eastern suburb of Eltham, where women can buy new and '2nd flight' designer and top label fashions at an affordable price.
Alex Perry. Ruth Tarvydas. Alannah Hill. Sass&Bide. Zimmerman. Jayson Brunsden. Miu Miu.
Oh the list goes on and on and it won't lead you into the poor house.
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| One of my favourite Red Finch purchases...it came with the tags still on it, 70% off the ticketed price |
Red Finch Boutique also stocks new lines including Spencer & Rutherford (which is always sold below RRP), Sassy Duck accessories and Shanghai freshwater pearls.
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| Spencer & Rutherford |
The shop also supports and nurtures budding creative talent by showcasing both an aspiring jeweller and a fashion designer at any given time - in store now are Flourish Jewellery and The Gorjess Closet.
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| Flourish Jewellery and The Gorjess Closet |
Don't live close enough to pop in and shop? No worries!
You can visit Red Finch Boutique's eBay store - they ship domestically and internationally. Genius!
And for all you new mothers out there, there will be a new segment of the boutique launching in store SOON called "Red Finch Nest". I've had a sneak peak of the teeny tiny baby adorableness that will be available to buy for bubs (all new lines) and let me tell you, it's where I'll be getting all my infant offerings from for friends who pop out new little people.
From a positive community support perspective, Red Finch Boutique is a strong advocate of the Breast Cancer Network Australia and the shop raises funds for the organisation by hosting various charity events throughout the year.
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| "Spring Into Racing" (BCNA fundraiser) |
Red Finch Boutique will be moving to a new shop front this month (40 Commercial Place, Eltham 3095) and to celebrate the very exciting transition, I have a gorgeous gift pack to GIVEAWAY to one lucky reader.
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| A new nest for Red Finch Boutique |
Valued at $284, the goodies will be packed in a stunning Spencer & Rutherford tote bag and include:
- a Champagne Popper
- a strand of freshwater pearls
- freshwater pearl earrings
- a Sassy Duck pashmina scarf
- a Red Finch traveller coffee cup
If you would like the chance to win all this, all you have to do is "like" Little Miss Lou Who and Red Finch Boutique on Facebook and then in the comments below this post, tell me what is your greatest bargain buy and why.
The winner will be selected on Monday, 17 March with the final decision being based solely on creativity of their response.
Good luck!
