Barnardos Australia: Peter Pan Op Shop Summer Sale

Gosh, I love a good op shop. You just never know what you're going to find. And Sydney's best is back:



I randomly ventured into an op shop in Newton a few weeks ago and found a brand new pair of black Sandler heels for $20! The same store gave me a pair of white, I-wear-them-to-death, perfect-heeled wedges I wear non-stop.

And now, the twice a year event from Barnardos Australia is back!

For over 70 years, Sydney buyers with a social conscience and an eye for fashion have been returning twice a year to trawl through the chic array of top-end items at rock bottom prices.

All proceeds go to Barnardos Australia to keep children safe from abuse and neglect.

So, go ahead and bag a guilt-free bargain from the treasure trove of unique pre-loved designer and vintage clothes, shoes and accessories from the wardrobes of leading Sydney fashionistas, as well as brand new designer wear and end of season stock.

Barnardos’ supporters sass & bide have once again committed to donating rare fashion treasures and samples from their latest collections. OH MY!

To date, the sales have raised over 1 million dollars for leading child welfare charity Barnardos Australia. Here are all the details:

WHAT:                                Peter Pan Op Shop Summer Sale

WHERE:                             Paddington Town Hall: Corner Oxford Street and Oatley Road, Paddington.

WHEN:                                Wednesday 29 October – Friday 31 October, 2014.

OPENING HOURS:           Wednesday 29 Oct   9.30am – 3.00pm

Thursday 30 Oct      9.30am – 3.00pm

Friday 31 Oct            9.30am – 1.00pm

WHO:                                   The Peter Pan Opportunity Committee is a volunteer group who raise money throughout the year to directly benefit the vital programs and services provided by Barnardos Australia.

WHY:                                   To raise money for Barnardos Australia to keep children safe from abuse and neglect.

ABOUT Barnardos Australia: Barnardos Australia is one of the nation’s leading child

protection charities. A non government, non-denominational charity, we have been at the

forefront of child protection for over 130 years. We believe all children deserve a safe and

stable home. We work with families and communities facing issues such as violence,

poverty, mental illness and homelessness to keep children safe at home. Barnardos

extensive range of services include, family and domestic violence support, mental health

support, emergency accommodation, parent education, counselling, foster care and 

adoption. Our evidence-based research and dedicated caseworkers and carers ensure 

Barnardos is well equipped to fully support, care for and nurture children in need.

For more information or to donate visit: www.barnardos.org.au

Here are some more pics from the fabulous, frugal, fashionable event:

And my fave photo:

Peter Pan Op Shop fashion parade 1959