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DesignerLaundry, Part Two

by Kristen Seymour (Subscribe to Kristen Seymour's posts)
Posted Jul 15th 2008 at 2:51PM  
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While there's no doubt that discount designer duds that benefit charity is a great idea, you're probably wondering where these clothes come from -- nobody wants a dress that's been worn a million times by a random 20-something socialite, right?

You have no need to worry with DesignerLaundry. According to Christina, "I'm proud to say we're pretty picky. First and foremost, the merchandise has to be essentially flawless. Unlike other websites that sell vintage or used designer clothing, we pride ourselves on selling items that are in new (sample) or nearly new condition. Must of our donated inventory has never even been worn and we receive it with the designer labels still attached. If an item has been worn it's usually been down the runway or the red carpet."

As far as the styles they sell, it "has to be saleable," says Joselle. "If ... any of our colleagues wouldn't wear it, then chances are our customer wouldn't wear it either." However, you will find some other items that are hard to find or iconic. Once example is the Prada wetsuit jacket. "Sure not everyone can get away with wearing a piece like that. But that collection put Prada on the map," says Joselle, "and that particular piece, in my opinion, is very symbolic. It's a collectible."

According to Patrick, the clothes come from a variety of sources, including celebrities, publicists, and designers. He adds, "The majority of our inventory consists of items from taste-makers within the fashion industry (press/editors), socialites, and the like."

Designer labels you can find at DesignerLaundry include Catherine Malandrino, Alexander McQueen, Burberry, Chanel, Givenchy, Vivienne Westwood, and many, many more.

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  • Rick Owens Lillies Gray Drape Neck Dress, $580
  • Catherine Malandrino Nylon Coat Dress, $395
  • Vivienne Westwood Anglomania Short Sleeve Peplum Blouse, $215
  • Dolce & Gabbana Zebra Long Belted Cardigan, $522
  • Anna Sui Asymmetrical Ruffle Dress, $180
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