About I Love Labels
“Everyone deserves
to wear designer fashion and fall in
love with labels”
I Love Labels stocks a fantastic range of pre-loved and beautifully presented designer clothing in our boutique store in Raumati.
We source garments from around New Zealand and overseas that include top European labels and local designers such as Trelise Cooper, Karen Walker amongst many others
Our concept is to keep fabulous and stylish clothing, shoes, bags, & accessories moving on to new places to be worn and admired rather than being hidden away in the back of a wardrobe somewhere. We sell pre-loved designer clothing on commission and inspect all items to ensure we are taking on only quality garments that will be treasured by the next owner.
We'd love you to drop in and see us or contact us below.
A Colourful Life Brought Me To Owning My Own Shop….
I arrived in Wellington in 1981 from the South Island to study for my Certificate in Retail. From this, a love affair with fashion retail was born and began life in Wellington's newest department store D.I.C. From this start I moved on to a ladies fashion chain store and on to hospitality. During this time I developed an appreciation for high end fashion whilst working at the Iconic Hotel Waterloo where silver service and "dress for dinner' rules were the norm.
After a stint in recruitment followed by working my way from the reception desk at a rock radio station up to production, promotion, and sales I made the move to Auckland where I began a new career in television. After yet again working my way through the ranks from sales to On Air personality I took the opportunity to work for a travel show. Travelling the world gave me a new perspective and range of experiences as well as being a lot of fun.
I was married in 2000 I re-entered hospitality along with my husband, this time as the owners of a small hotel in Picton. However, retail was calling me back in the form of a management role with Charlie Brown at Kirkcaldie & Stains. During this time I came to realise there was a huge gap in the market for preloved designer clothing. Jumping on this I hosted a month long pop up to gauge interest and see if this dream was worth pursuing.
Now almost 5 and a half years later I have over 350 suppliers, a small but incredibly stylish shop, and an amazing second in charge who shares my vision.
I enjoy living and working in my community as it allows me to assist in various fundraising events and give back. Our reputation for high quality and beautiful second hand designer pieces is going from strength to strength, however it's the relationships I have built with customers and community that is the real key to our success.
What People Are Saying
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Oh my word ☆ from the smiles on the ladies' faces and welcoming atmosphere, then the clear layout and gorgeous range, to honest feedback - cannot recommend highly enough. my sister and i walked in neutral, came out converts. Love your way I Love Labels.
(i will send pics from the wedding ☆)
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— Alessandra Keighley
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The best service I have had for years while clothes shopping! Beautiful shop, clothes, ambience and people. Thank you so much for helping me with the prep for my performance.
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— Angela Torr
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Coral’s store is AMAZING! Such beautiful clothing, shoes and accessories!! So great to find a place where you can buy high fashion in such a range sizes! Would highly recommend to anyone!!!
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— Vickie Ellis
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I was lucky enough to find my perfect winter coat at ‘I Love Labels’ yesterday - very warm and light to wear. Thank you
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— Leanne White