"Slow fashion" charity shop Edit launched

A "slow fashion" shop is set to open in Chapel Allerton this week in support of the UK's leading end of life charity Marie Curie.
The boutique store in Harrogate Road, called Edit, boasts all the benefits of high-end shopping but with a sustainable ethos. It will be open to the public on Thursday, October 24 from 10am.
The shop has a modern and unfussy design marking it out as a premium High Street store, selling nearly new designer and premium high street fashion clothing, footwear and accessories.
The concept is designed to appeal to people who want to be environmentally conscious when they shop and is an antidote to the "fast" and "disposable" fashion of recent times, particular from online retailers.
While it won't resemble a charity shop, all the profit will help Marie Curie provide high quality nursing care for people with any illness they're likely to die from.
Simon Meek, Retail Business Manager for Marie Curie, said: "We're very excited at the potential of Edit and hope the people of Leeds will welcome this new and unique shop.
"Our shops rely on generous donations from the members of the public, and we do get some items which are very high quality and some top designer labels. By bringing them together at Edit, we can show it is possible to buy quality items, including designer and premium brands, in a way that's both sustainable and good for the environment.
"We hope people will support Edit, and if the Leeds store is a success, we hope to replicate it in other parts of the country."
Marie Curie provides end of life care for people with any illness they are likely to die from including, Alzheimer's (and other forms of dementia), heart, liver, kidney and lung disease, motor neurone disease, Parkinson's, and advanced cancer. Care is provided in the comfort of their own home, or in one of their hospices. The charity also has a free information and support line which available to everyone on any matter related to death, dying and bereavement.
To find out more about Marie Curie, including donations and items that can be donated to shops, please visit www.mariecurie.org.uk