Mel @ Ooshasc

      "Just call me Second Hand Rose" ............... that's the phrase that came to mind as I was handed down the "dress" that my mother had bought for my elder sister and me. She'd dress us identically, and while my sister would only wear the dress until she grew out of it, I seemed to be wearing the same dress for years! By the time my little sister came along, the dresses were too shabby to be handed down, so she ended up with a new one. Huh! It was no surprise then, that as I grew older and was able to buy my own clothes, I became acutely aware of fashion and what to wear. But it wasn't until my late 40's, when I realised that once an item of clothing was no longer needed, it would likely end up in landfill or be incinerated, that I decided to take action. That's when my preloved ladies clothing shop – OOSHASC (One Owned Should Have A Second Chance) - was born. Why? There are many answers, and here are a few. In these times where pollution o

As a fashion retailer, one of the things I love about my job is getting to know my clients. Over time, they become more comfortable sharing their thoughts and insecurities about their bodies with me. One common concern that I hear from many women is that they feel their boobs are getting smaller. Other comments are that their knees are too fat or that their arms are too flabby. The list is endless! As we age, our bodies inevitably change, and this can make shopping for clothes a challenge. But I believe that no matter what age you are or what size you wear, there is always a style that can make you look and feel amazing. For example, if you used to wear short dresses that exposed your knees but now feel self-conscious about your legs, you might try a midi length or an A-line skirt that falls just below the knee. These styles are both stylish and flattering. And if you're worried about your arms, there are plenty of cute tops and dresses with sleeves that can help you feel more conf

Have you ever found yourself standing in front of a mirror, trying on clothes and wondering "Does this look good on me?" It's a question I've heard time and time again in my pre-loved   ladies clothing boutique, Ooshasc. And let me tell you, it's not always easy to answer! But, with my love for fashion and a passion for helping women find their perfect outfit, I've been navigating these waters since 2011. Before 2020, I offered styling tips and personal shopping services, but the busy shop made it hard to give individual attention. That all changed with National Lockdown in March 2020. After having a personal meltdown for two weeks, I decided to adapt by taking Ooshasc online, showcasing items from the rails and offering them for sale during my twice-weekly Lives on Facebook. It was a service taken up by many, and brought in a new set of National and International clients. Ooshasc was going global! Once lockdown was eased, social distancing restrictions made i