TikTokker says 'rich people give some crazy stuff' as she bags a bargain Gucci at charity shop
A woman has shared her incredible charity shop finds after visiting a 'posh' store in London - and one of the items she picked up was a vintage Gucci bag for a bargain price
Charity shops are treasure troves of hidden gems, and one woman recently struck gold at a high-end thrift store in London, where she discovered a Gucci bag just waiting to be claimed.
Danielle, who goes by the handle charityshoplife on TikTok, shared her incredible finds from a recent visit to the store, including one item that was an absolute steal. Designer goods can often be found at bargain prices in charity shops, and Danielle was particularly thrilled with one purchase from her shopping spree.
Her story is just one of many success tales circulating online lately, as people share their exciting thrift shop hauls. Others have also confessed to being pleasantly surprised by what they've found while perusing the aisles of these stores. The news comes as woman buys $24.99 dress and can't stop 'shaking' when she learns value.
In her video, Danielle revealed: "Rich people give some crazy stuff to charity shops, so I go charity shopping in wealthy parts of London to find things like this Fendi skirt for £90.00. And, spoiler, I bought a vintage Gucci bag for £50.00."
She gave viewers a tour of the shop, showcasing items from Burberry, Celine, and YSL. While some pieces were pricier than others, Danielle confirmed that there are definitely bargains to be had if you're willing to take the time to look, reports the Mirror.
Several pairs of shoes were marked down to approximately £40.00, and the store also carried some designer children's clothing.
Overall, if you're looking to achieve a designer aesthetic without breaking the bank, charity shops appear to be an excellent starting point.
She continued: "I was also tempted by this Alexander McQueen scarf. It was £75.00, but I'm glad I saved my pennies, because then I spotted this vintage Gucci bag behind the counter.
"I couldn't see the price, so I asked to have a look at it. [It was] in brand new condition for £49.99. Of course, she came home with me."
Since being posted, the video has racked up more than 7,000 views, leaving viewers amazed by the shop's inventory.
They were shocked at how affordable many of the pieces were.
Though not every item came with a bargain price tag, Danielle definitely struck gold.
After all, stumbling upon a Gucci bag for just under £50.00 is hardly an everyday occurrence.
One commenter wrote: "The best finds. Could you let us know what stores you went to?" Danielle responded: "These are all the ones in Fulham. They are mainly on North End Road."
Someone else chimed in: "That McQueen jacket is absolutely stunning."
A third person gushed: "Omg, that bag is to die for."
Meanwhile, another viewer inquired: "Do you remember the price for the Burberry set by any chance? I hope it'll be there on Monday."
Another person believed they had identified the origin of the dress she tried on, stating: "The green dress was an American dress from the store Target. It was a limited designer collection from 2019."