Darcey Sergison reviews Selfridges and their latest effort to promote second-hand items. 

Selfridges continues to set a precedent for large department stores around the country. Continuing their love for second-hand clothes, after their successful Oxfam shop curated by Bay Garnett, there is a new online resell shop you should check out now. 

As part of Project Earth, Resellfridges resells one of a kind pre-loved designer pieces you have been searching for. Rather than rooting through charity shops for these designer pieces, this new online capsule allows you to find treasures instantly. 

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This week at Resellfridges • Introducing two new exciting additions to The Corner Shop: vintage vendors @one_scoop_store and @voutvintage have joined the Resellfridges family. Head into #SelfridgesLondon to explore or hit the link in bio for more – by shopping pre-loved, you'll be helping to close the loop on wasteful production and retail practices.

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Expertly curated and authenticated, these pre-loved pieces are in excellent condition and allow you to have your favourite designer pieces at a discounted price. Ranging from mid-range to higher prices, there is something for everyone available. Great as gifts to loved ones for birthdays, or even Christmas (got to be prepared), or as a treat for yourself, I would highly recommend a venture to their website to check this out before the best pieces are gone. My wishlist currently includes a beautiful structured Prada dress and Hermes silk scarf.

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Create your own fashion archive • This season we are championing pieces that you'll end up owning for years to come. Hit the link in bio to shop or tap to shop the look @loewe @bywalidlondon and @driesvannoten

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But if you already have lots of unwanted designer vintage pieces, they also provide a resell section. As part of the series of experiments that explore more sustainable retail models, you should sign up and play your role in the future of sustainable fashion. With a range of accepted brands, upload a picture of your bag, and get your quote. If you accept the quote, you can schedule a free collection and earn credits to reinvest in Selfridges. This is the perfect opportunity to give your unwanted bags a new life and invest in a new bag you can treasure. 

To create a break in fast fashion, retail models such as this are crucial, so be sure to support it and search for your new favourite pieces. Second-hand designer items are the way forward, and I look forward to seeing this online capsule’s success. 

Don’t forget that if you snap up a piece this month, you can share your look as part of our Second-hand October competition!