What should second-hand be about? Until recently, second-hand was seen in many cultures as degrading. What? Wear someone else’s hand-me-downs? It was seen as admitting that you were poor. After the second-world war however, in Europe and countries that had fought in the war, few had a choice and in fact, most people were skilled […]
Category Archives: Style
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FunkyForty online magazine shares style tips and ideas in Switzerland. Yvonne, a 40 something Kiwi, is based in Zurich, Switzerland. With a love for Fashion, Travel, Shopping and Food. A popular instagrammer with 30’000 + followers, she visits Milan and Paris Fashion weeks each season to ensure we know the latest in hot trends. She […]
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Marisol models secondhand from DOWNTOWN UPTOWN your luxury consignment boutique, to show off the Salon des Voitures Vintage on 1-2 October 2022. All outfits available here: https://www.downtownuptowngeneve.com/product-tag/salon-des-voitures-vintage/ Christophe Lapierre, quintuple champion de Porsche Carrera Cup est l’invité d’honneur du salon des voitures vintage. DATES ET HORAIRES Samedi 1 octobre 2022 10h00 – 18h00 Dimanche […]
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Did you know that we have the only second-hand men’s online in Geneva? Established in 2014, with over 5’000 pieces, our men’s section is the largest in Geneva… if not Switzerland! We have a variety of designer and brand second-hand. Some collector pieces from runway or limited edition and some fabulous vintage too. Plus, all […]
Summer is coming and first time travelling or packing after so long?…. Then we have many options to style just a few pieces in different ways! In this example, we pair this divine Roberto Cavalli halter top with: i) a dressed-down look with Brunello Cucinelli pants & sandals for sailing! or ii) a dress-up look […]
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Ah… Mrs Uptown’s favourite season! The sun shines, but there is still a light briskness in the air. The perfect weather for… jackets! Dress up, dress down, dress cocktail, dress for work, dress for the weekend, leather jackets, dress for vintage style, dress for craziness – we have them all! See our selection below or […]
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My mum had one of these, as did many women in the 1970s. Iconic and timeless, Diane von Furstenberg (DVF) made a cut that flatters many body types! Often made in silk jersey – the fabric falls beautifully and the dress is easy on and easy off! A go to staple. EVERYONE should have at […]
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Our regular model for our photo shoots, Izabela Switon-Kulinska, showcased some of our luxury selection at Milan’s fashion week. The most photographed look? Our pre-loved Fendi black mesh jacket! (now sold sorry…) see more of our selection for women here: https://www.downtownuptowngeneve.com/product-category/women/ A see-through mesh suit by Fendi By Izabela Switon-Kulinska. “This was my most photographed […]
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Prestige magazine writes about one of Gucci’s iconic bags – considered an investment piece! “The distinguished Gucci label has been fascinating and inspiring with contemporary styles since 1921 and at the same time noble creations for which it enjoys worldwide fame. Their bags are regular guests of honor on the catwalks worldwide and have the […]
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Aug
Getting ready for BACK TO WORK doesn’t have to be boring! Come and see us @downtownuptowngeneve for style tips to get you in the mood to be SEEN! Shop our back-to-work selection here: https://www.downtownuptowngeneve.com/product-tag/back-to-work/ @bella_zofia wears: #Etro dress (we have 2! In size 36/38 and 38/40, loose fit) #Valentino sandals p 38.5 (in our sale […]
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