Revisit our first Summer Love Your Labels Lock-in!

It was an exciting evening at our Tonbridge Superstore on 24^th July, with supporters queuing to grab fashionable bargains at our first Summer Love Your Labels Lock-in!

Over 200 shoppers of all ages attended the event, buying a total of 773 items and raising a mind-blowing £8,000 for people facing terminal illnesses, and their loved ones.

Expertly curated by our dedicated staff and volunteers, a selection of designer and high street brand clothes, accessories, shoes, furniture and homeware were on offer at affordable prices. Whilst parents and children could find more of their favourite brands in our Tonbridge Toy Shop across the road.

Grace, a shopper who was joined by her friend, Chantel, had positive things to say about the impact of shopping pre-loved. “I’m having lots of fun searching through all the rails. We’ve both got baskets full of stuff. Lots of good labels and brands that we recognise. It’s nice knowing that it’s going to a good cause, a good charity. I picked up a Levi’s shirt and found a little Topshop number. It’s all affordable and good quality,” she shared.

“Charity shopping is important because it’s a way of giving back. I like that it doesn’t just go to someone’s random pocket or a big corporate company that already makes a lot of money. I like the idea that if I’m paying for something, it’s doing good,” added Chantel.

Nicky, who came along in search of designer goodies, said: “I’ve been looking forward to it all week. It’s a really well-run event. There’s just so much clothes wastage throughout the world and I think charity shopping is the way forward. I’ve picked up a Calvin Klein bargain, managed to get a Timberland top, and also seen some Prada going around. Hospice in the Weald is such an amazing charity, nobody knows when they’re going to need hospice care. It’s valuable to everybody.”

Jemma, Commercial Office Manager, who organised the event along with other staff members and volunteers, concluded: “The event was a fantastic success. It was truly heartwarming to see so many shoppers enjoying the evening. A heartfelt thank you to everyone who helped make it happen – we couldn’t have done it without you, and we look forward to welcoming you at our next Love Your Labels event on 25th September at our Sevenoaks High Street Shop!”