A bargain hunter has taken social media by storm after discovering a designer piece in a charity shop for a fraction of its true value.
The shopper, who routinely shares her second-hand shopping hauls with her devoted online following, was perusing the clothing rails at a charitable retail outlet when she spotted something special. She picked up the item for just £9.
It was only after checking internet listings later that she understood quite how remarkable her discovery had been.
The identical garment, a Ted Baker Telily Printed Lace Midi Dress, currently fetches approximately $438 (about £324) on various resale websites, making her purchase an exceptional deal.
The 39-year-old content creator routinely posts about her thrift store discoveries to more than 33,000 followers on TikTok, where her most recent video has already attracted thousands of views.
She remarked on her disbelief at finding the dress, noting it appeared to have never been worn. She added that after researching the item online, she discovered it was still selling for around £400.
In the video, she showcases the intricate design, noting the garment feels substantial, has a complete lining and features detailed floral embroidery.
She explained she was instantly attracted to the baby blue, black and red colour scheme, and was delighted when it suited her perfectly.
She said the craftsmanship was exceptional for just £9, expressing her continued amazement at the find.
Social media users were swift to respond, with many complimenting the discovery and recounting their own charity shop triumphs. One commenter stated they admired the dress. Another wrote that they had been anticipating a haul for some time and everything appeared wonderful, noting the poster must have been thrilled.
The shrewd shopper also recently located a Maje dress in a charity shop valued at nearly £400 and managed to purchase it for only £5. On another occasion, she acquired a bag for £10 that turned out to be from designer label Kate Spade, with a value exceeding £300.