My Charity Shop Crawl in Notting Hill
Wow! the label says J Lindeberg brand! who knew!?? “Charity shop” shopping is “a thing” here! Once the dusty enclave of those on a budget and starving students, charity shops are extremely popular here. It only makes sense that London, as one of the world’s most fashionable cities, is full of stylish and clean cast-offs. Perhaps it is because London rents are so high, or that Londoners are so chic (probably a combination of both), but the charity shops I've seen are small, curated boutiques, selling vintage or designer items, at a price, in a beautifully merchandised environment. My daughter Hailey and I first discovered charity boutiques when she was staying here last summer, and I'll go so far as to say it is one of our favorite things to do here! Truly, there's no denying the thrill of a good afternoon of charity shopping. It ticks all the feel-good boxes: You're recycling, you're getting something one-of-a-kind, you are supporting a good cause...