Fashion News South Africa

New designer gear concept for Cape Town

Bouchic, with its “pre-loved” designer sales will be launching in Cape Town in November 2009. You can recycle, make money and buy cost-effective designer wear for yourself and your children.

To celebrate the launch of Bouchic and the arrival of this international fashion trend on South African shores, shoppers will be able to grab a sneak preview of the sale at a gala cocktail party hosted by TV and radio celeb Liezel van der Westhuizen.

“I wanted stylish designer gear for myself and my children, but didn't want to pay a fortune for it. I also knew how many impulse buys were tucked into the back of my cupboard, sometimes still with the labels on,” said Shelly Pitcher, MD of Bouchic. “And so the Bouchic Pre Loved Sales were born - a way to de-clutter and recycle my unused clothes, shoes and accessories, and also stock up on great new items - all at super-affordable prices.”

How the Bouchic Pre-loved Sale works

1. Clear out your and your children's cupboards of any never-worn or lightly-worn designer and fashion clothing.
2. Contact Shelly on +27 (0) 72 403 9039 or by 25 September 2009 to arrange collection of the clothes before the sale.
3. Come along to the sale and stock up on stunning new outfits, shoes and accessories for you and your children.
4. A few days later receive your share of the proceeds from the sale of the clothes you contributed.

Details of the Bouchic Pre Loved Sale

Date: 7 and 8 November 2009
Time: 10am to 8pm
Venue: FTV Lounge, 114 Hout Street, Cape Town (secure parking is available)
Payments: Cash, debit card or credit card
Tickets: R50 for the sale and R300 for the gala cocktail party on Friday, 2 October (this gets you 10 percent off all purchases at the sale and an early-bird preview of sale goods). Email to book.

But don't think jumble sale - the venue is spacious and will be stylishly laid out with convenient hanging rails and changing rooms. Complimentary cocktails, foot massages, make-overs and music are additional little treats in store. A kiddies' area will keep the little ones entertained while you shop.

Proceeds from the ticket sales will go to Operation Bobbi Bear.

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