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Op shop queen How to bag a Bargain!

Peering around the showroom, I was in awe of the beautiful vehicles on display.

It was October 2016 and, working for Mercedes-Benz, I was at an event.

What really captured my attention was all the gorgeous clothes people were wearing!

Eyeing a lovely lady around my age, I was instantly drawn to her stunning dress.

I used to be a wholesale fashion agent and have always had an eye for gorgeous garments.

‘Your dress is beautiful,’ I said. ‘Where did you get it?’ ‘It was $5 from an op shop!’ she replied.

It was like a light bulb went off.

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