27/08/2026
YOUR FAQ’s ANSWERED
Here are some questions I have been getting asked regarding the closure of the The Vintage Drawer
WHY ARE YOU CLOSING?
I absolutely love vintage clothing but I don’t wish to be locked into the commitment of shop hours, rent, overheads and a job that is literally 24/7 anymore.
I’ve always said that once I reached my early 60s( I’m now 62), I wanted a less committed lifestyle.
I want to have more balance in my life after over 40 years in retail.
I’m looking forward to enjoying vintage just for myself and shopping for vintage as a customer!
Mostly, I’m also looking forward to more quality time spent with family and loved ones.
WHAT WILL YOU DO WITH YOUR REMAINING STOCK?
I am currently dealing with 38 consignees .
All of the consignment stock will go back to the consignees which will make quite a dent in my overall stock situation.
In regard to my own stock, I have some dealers coming to Braidwood after I close to look at what is leftover.
I have kept some pieces for myself that I will sell online later down the track.
After the invited dealers have had a look, I plan to have a sale in my studio for anything still remaining if there are enough pieces left.
WILL YOU BE REDUCING PIECES FURTHER IN THE REMAINING DAYS OF THE SALE AT THE SHOP?
No, there will be no further discounts.
WILL YOUR SOCIAL PAGES REMAIN ACTIVE?
Yes.
I still want to dabble in vintage clothing in a very small way.
I’m not de-registering the business name and I will still continue to have a small amount of stock available to purchase through Instagram and Facebook.
However, my focus won’t be dedicated to that straight away.
WILL YOU STILL BE BUYING VINTAGE?
Yes, but with great discernment.
WILL YOU STILL TAKE CONSIGNMENT PIECES?
No.
WHAT’S NEXT?
A very well deserved break!
Then I am going back to another passion that I love which I can do from home.
It has nothing to do with vintage clothing and some of you know already. I will let you all know soon enough when the time is right.
ARE YOU SAD?
No. I’m looking forward to the future and can smile at what I’ve accomplished.
I’m happy!
Deborah 💋
Photo credit : Andrew Kaineder
Me at 50.