DO you love charity shops but never seem to find any designer steals?
A second hand expert has revealed the exact stores you should be checking if you want to walk away with the best label bargains.
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Lottie, who posts under @lottielashley, is a sustainable fashion lover and loves finding pre-loved items.
In a video which has racked up over 6,000 likes, she shared her top recommendations if you want to bag a designer treat.
She said: “If you want to go to some charity shops in London with designer clothes this weekend, you need to visit this posh area in north London.
“The charity shops are a bit more on the expensive side, but they’re totally worth it.
“We started at Belsize Park and then walked out to Hampstead Heath.”
Lottie advised that the first stop along the way should be Marie Curie (postcode NW3 4QT).
You should then wander along checking out the charity shops in the area, including Cancer Research, Fara and Mind.
You will finish your bargain hunting at Mary’s Living and Giving shop (NW3 1QN).
Lottie added: “It was such a lovely winter activity and we found some real clothing gems.”
Many people praised her choices, with one saying: “My old stomping ground, I miss it! Best buy was probably a beautiful brand new Sandro bag for £20 – RRP £370!
“It was on my birthday too so it felt extra special.
“I think it was the Cancer Research on Hampstead High Street – tons of designer stuff!”
The charity shop whizz also gave some other recommendations for stores to check out.
She added: “Totally recommend Kentish Town and Walthamstow which are good but a normal price.”
Meanwhile, the “cheapest” charity shop she has found in London is Fara in Angel.
Lottie added: “This charity shop has prices that I haven’t seen in charity shops in like eight years.
“£2 for a top, I’m sorry are we in 2010.
“I would recommend to go early in the morning to nab all the good bits.”
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