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The Accentuate Preloved store is a carefully curated selection of preloved items direct from the wardrobes of Stylists and style conscious women.

18/07/2025

Oh hello 👋🏼 • it’s been a minute.

Popping this little preloved gem here as it got so much love on my stories • I’ve just packed it into a suitcase for a break I’m going on with family this weekend • For a dress that cost me £18 over 4 years ago, it’s certainly earning its place in my wardrobe.

I’m away this weekend with family for what would have been my parents 50th wedding anniversary celebrations - we lost my dad in 2013 to prostate cancer but we’re going to celebrate as if he was with us with all my mums grandkids that my dad sadly didn’t get to meet • am sure he’ll be watching from a cloud ☁️ somewhere with a big smile on his face ❤️

Ps added my gorgeous pal’s new single as audio - it’s out now

Over and out xx

18/04/2025

On holiday wearing three outfits on repeat because the sun hasn’t come out for more than 4 seconds • my poor dresses haven’t had a look in.

My whole outfit here is old and preloved.

I used to be guilty of panic buying new clothes for a holiday • does this sound familiar ? • I realised a long while ago that if I bought better • and shopped slower • I would have solid foundations for any break.

I did recently nab that gorgeous preloved Matteau dress that I saw and couldn’t let pass me by - but sadly she’ll have to wait until the summer to get her inaugural outing - Portugal wasn’t sunny enough ! :-)

💚 Preloved silk trousers
💚 preloved linen shirt
💚 preloved sandals.

All been working hard in my wardrobe a while.

02/04/2025

This isn’t a sustainable fashion post • but another subject close to my heart.

It’s autism awareness day today • a day to celebrate all the beautifully quirky people in the world who do not fit neatly into the expected boxes • I honestly could not love neurospicy humans more.

It is also for all the mothers who have not had the easiest journey into motherhood • knowing your child is different and fighting against criticism and unhelpful comments to feel heard and to advocate for your child.

Edie was our first • she wouldn’t feed • she wasn’t comforted by the things a ‘normal’ child would be comforted by • as a first time parent I was made to feel incompetent • I couldn’t settle my own child • she screamed day and night • we were kept in hospital at routine appointments as she was too unsettled • her screaming was ‘beyond the realms of normal’ • she had cameras in her stomach (twice) • she had a brain scans • she had a hearing aid …all in the first 18 months • she missed milestones • she didn’t say mummy or daddy when others were already putting together sentances • she had terrifying sleep apnea • she didn’t look up when we collected her from nursery when other kids ran to their parents • the list goes on …

Things are different now • she has grown and developed into the happiest and most kindhearted child • we now understand her • and feel beyond lucky to have her in our lives • our little ball of joy • with blunt honesty (she’ll tell visitors when their time has come to leave ..we all think it - Edie says it 😆) and a hilarious sense of humour • and I now don’t doubt myself when it comes to what I think she needs (hence the fight for a SEN school - best decision !).

But I won’t ever forgot those first few years • they’ll always need to be met with compassion from others • so today is also for any parent who has been through a challenging start to parenthood or is going through it as we speak • remember to trust your gut • and know that you’re not alone • there are lots of us SEN mums out there ready to give support / a hug • and we’re a supportive bunch • sometimes only people who have been through it will truly understand - so find your tribe. ❤️❤️❤️

18/10/2024

This morning I’ve already seen three fashion ‘influencers’ on insta promoting the Bella Freud x M&S range. It’s a sell out. People are clambering over themselves to nab something.

Now, I have had a look at the range online and was pleasantly surprised that the knits are 100% natural fibres. Although the other items are a natural/synthetic mix.

The pieces aren’t bad - some fit my style. They’re classic/cute.

However, I don’t need any of these items in my wardrobe. I also don’t want to wear something that is so identifiable to a particular collab - there will be so many people wearing the same.

So before you get caught up in the hype to buy what everyone else is buying • ask yourself • do you really NEED it ? • is it REALLY your style ? • does it go with other items in your wardrobe ? • will you own and wear it for years to come?

Over & out x

Ps I can guarantee if you wait a few weeks you’ll nab a piece preloved !

23/07/2024

Hi all, been a little quiet on here as I juggle work / life as we head into the 6 week school holidays ..

But I wanted to show you this preloved shirt dress I picked up on for £25 (it would have been over £200 new !) • I’ve gravitated towards dark colours for work as I find my feet, so now wanted to add a splash of colour to my wardrobe • I even teamed it with my Bayswater that hasn’t seen the light of day since 2012 ..I’ve nearly sold it so many times but am glad I didn’t!

I’ll admit that curating a work wardrobe preloved has proven tricky • my usual style is quite casual • I can easily shop casual • but I’m trying to work out what I feel confident in for work without the ability to try things on before buying • I have made a few mistakes which has made me wonder if some select new purchases from decent brands would actually be more sustainable as I can try things on and know they’ll fit / last in my wardrobe.

It’s a learning curve • but for now • I’m mighty pleased with this dress 🧡.

Bear with me and I’m going to give you a top tip for shopping preloved 👀…… watch this space.

02/07/2024

I bought this beautiful dress from . I had so many dreams for her …she was going to accompany me to work in the city …she was going to be my go-to dress for a dinner date ….she was going to be worn with trainers when I wanted to be effortless and put together.

Alas, it was not meant to be. She’s a smidge too small for me. So I’m going to free up space in my wardrobe & let her go so someone else can enjoy her.

Having a slow style mindset is knowing when a beautiful items just doesn’t work for you.

So if you’re a size 8 and a fan - keep an eye out 👀 and I’ll share some more images at the end of the week.

Do you have items you love but don’t fit properly still hiding in your wardrobe ? This is your sign to set them free for someone else to enjoy (or alter them as another option).

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26/04/2024

Let me tell you something about sustainable style • if you want to start shopping better you need to go on a JOURNEY • small steps in the right direction that you can build upon over time as you digest information and slowly transform your mindset.

Habits are hard to change • and if you overcommit to a complete overhaul at the outset you’re setting yourself up to fail.

The best place to start is ;

✨ curate your instagram feed with accounts that provide information on the impact of our shopping habits .
✨ curate your feed with accounts that support slow style & inspire you to shop better.
✨ implement small changes to your shopping habits that you can build upon - for example, commit to rent your next outfit for an occasion or perhaps deciding that if you see something you want to buy you’ll wait 48 hrs before making the purchase (quite often the need for a dopamine hit would have worn off by then and you may decide you don’t actually want/need it)
✨ complete a wardrobe audit so going forward you can shop with purpose.

Do not;

🚫 try and make too many changes all at once
🚫 continue to follow accounts that promote overconsumption & ‘hauls’
🚫 get frustrated if you slip up on this journey
🚫 think you’ll be judged for not wearing 100% preloved.

If we all made small changes in the right direction it would make a massive difference!

Here I am in this image wearing all preloved, but this is me 5 years into my slow style journey • I’m learning everyday • my wardrobe isn’t perfect • but I’m happy with the direction I’m going in …. 💚♻️

Maria xx

20/04/2024

We all love some online preloved • however there are times when you want to browse physical items to ensure the fit works and avoid wardrobe mistakes.

I’ve found this recently when having to try and curate a work wardrobe • online is GREAT • but I’ve craved being able to go into a store and try on different fits / styles • the result has been a few online preloved purchases that just haven’t worked for me.

So comment below with your favourite physical preloved fashion store destinations ! • the stores that give you a wonderful shopping experience and promote circular style.

I’m all ears 👂

Maria xx

12/04/2024

Hey all ! A few gorgeous preloved bags and accessories will be going back to their owners next week. Hop onto the website and have a browse for your last chance to bag a bargain. 💚♻️.

Click link in bio !

Maria xx

23/03/2024

I’ve been busy adding some reductions to the website!

Head over to the ‘New Lower Price’ filter on the preloved page of the website to browse the items that has been marked down • let’s keep these clothes in use for as long as possible. ♻️

Maria xx

25/02/2024

A flurry of preloved items have been added to the website - head over and take a look 👀..

Here we have ;

💚 & Other stories sweetheart neck top - small
💚 Sosandar white blazer - size UK14
💚 Joseph leather leggings - size 6/8
💚 Balenciaga heels - size 39

Link in bio

Xx

10/02/2024

Bag Amnesty bags will go LIVE on the website at 11am tomorrow !! If you’re a newsletter subscriber you’ll receive a code shortly via email to get early access from 10am.

I’m in store at .co again tomorrow and Monday for those local who’d like a browse. You can find the store on Elm Road, opposite , and next to .

I’ve decided to do a slightly shorter day tomorrow so will be open from 10.30am to 3pm. On Monday you’ll find me there from 10am to 5pm.

Thank you to everyone who came by today - it was so so lovely to meet so many of you ❤️❤️❤️.

Maria ###x

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