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Top tips, how to guides and insights from our team of pre-owned luxury fashion experts.
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2023 sustainable fashion trends: 10 luxury brands and their sustainable initiatives you need to know about
Covering a range of emerging sustainability trends; from digital passports and recycled packaging to next-gen fabrics and upcycling deadstock fabrics, discover how designer brands are incorporating circularity and transparency to their business models in new and exciting ways. -
Earth Month 2023: How to support sustainable fashion and take part in our recycled packaging initiative
In honour of Earth Month, we are taking a small step towards sustainable packaging by wrapping our online orders with recycled newspapers. Find out how you can take part in our Earth Month initiative AND earn store credit whilst you're at it. -
5 Iconic Vintage Designer It-Bags That Are Trendy, Timeless & Worth The Investment
Vintage designer bags have become all the talk among fashion enthusiasts and collectors alike. Aside from their timeless designs and high-quality ... -
Are Chanel bags worth the money?
Globally, the price of Chanel bags have increased by more than 10%, leaving many designer bag lovers wondering whether Chanel bags are still worth the investment. Here are some factors to consider when deciding if a Chanel handbag is worth the investment. -
Why is the Goyard Saint Louis bag so expensive?
Why is the Goyard Saint Louis bag so expensive? Goyard Saint Louis bags are a luxury item that have been produced for over 150 years. The bag is k... -
The House of Gucci: Brand History & A Guide to 7 of Gucci's Most Iconic Bags
Sign Super Brands: Gucci. Discover everything you need to know about Gucci's history, creative collaborations and our guide to the best vintage and contemporary Gucci bags to invest in now. -
Prada's Heritage & Prada Re-Nylon: A Closer Look at the Pioneering Fashion Brand
The history of Prada and how Miuccia's introduction of Prada Re-Nylon into core collections redefined the traditional idea of a luxury handbag. -
Investing in Jewellery: Designer Jewellery Price Increases & the Best Pieces to Buy Secondhand Now
Valentine's day just around the corner and gift-giving on our agenda's, what better time to discuss the designer jewellery inflation and the best pieces to invest in now. -
Wardrobe Detox: Where and what designer items to sell now in the UK
A run-down of the best second hand designer clothes, handbags, shoes & accessories for women to sell online and in the UK at Sign of the Times. -
6 Easy Ways to Start Shopping More Sustainably
How can we shop more sustainably in 2023 without compromising our love for fashion? Here are six easy ways you can become a conscious consumer in 2023 and look good – scratch that – fabulous doing it. -
The ultimate guide to buying vintage and preloved Chanel bags | Where and what Chanel bags to buy secondhand
Everything you need to know about buying vintage and preloved Chanel bags: Why you should buy Chanel secondhand, where to buy vintage Chanel bags in London and which Chanel leathers and styles fit your needs best. -
TOP 5 HANDBAGS TO INVEST IN 2023 | Best investment bags to buy
What's more glamorous than government bonds, less volatile than equities, easier to maintain than vintage cars and sustains a healthy return on investment? Discover the designer handbags with the top resale value in 2022 – guaranteed the best value for your money. -
How to authenticate and spot a fake Louis Vuitton handbag
Louis Vuitton has been one of the most, if not the most, counterfeited luxury brands to date. Here are five ways you can authenticate a preloved Louis Vuitton handbag. Let's take a deep-dive into date codes and design details. -
Preloved celebrity style: Bella Hadid’s best vintage looks from Fashion Week 2022
Bella Hadid - vintage enthusiast - blessed us with the best of her vintage looks and investment pieces at the SS/23 fashion weeks. Here are just a few of Hadid’s trophy fashion week looks to inspire your vintage style. -
Where to shop in Chelsea, London: Our Favourite Restaurants, Secondhand Shops & Activities
Discover our London shopping guide - the best places to eat, things to do and where to shop in Chelsea - to help you plan your perfect South West London day out. -
A brief history and guide to our Sign Icons
To celebrate Secondhand September, we are giving away five iconic designer handbags. Preloved, of course! Here’s everything you need to know about... -
The unique history of Dior's Saddle Bag: 1999 - 2022
Here’s the run-down, from start to present, on how the Y2K ‘it bag’ went from defunct, to inhabiting the heart of Dior’s Ateliers. -
How fashion-forward brands are getting creative with Sustainability in 2022
From planet-positive textile innovations to ‘resale, rent and repair’; here’s what you need to know about what the pioneers of eco-fashion are doing right now. -
Sourcing luxury and hard to find handbags in London
Are you looking for that perfect bag that you missed out on buying new? We are delighted to share with you our luxury handbag sourcing service... -
Resale as a Service (RaaS) in the UK: Add circularity and sustainability credibility to your brand
Why does regular retail need RaaS (Retail as a Service)? Resale by its very nature is complex and completely different logistically to regular reta... -
5 Best Crossbody Bags: 2022
Here are our top five crossbody bags that we recommend investing in as we come into the new year! Providing both convenience and comfort for your ultimate crossbody wear looks. -
How To Detox Your Wardrobe: January 2022
As we head into the New Year, it is prime time to tackle the ultimate wardrobe detox. From what to part with to how to buy - we've got you covered. Here are our top tips for clearing out your clothing space so you can start your year the right way. -
Best Secondhand Shops in London
Here are our top three second hand stores in London - covering everything from where to buy, what to sell, and how to invest in your wardrobe this season! Brands include Chanel, Louis Vuitton, Celine, as well as a wide range of vintage and contemporary pieces. -
What does COP-26 mean for the fashion industry?
With the world’s most important climate gathering, the UN Climate Conference, in Glasgow this month, industry leaders are expected to increase ambi...