Luxury Helsinki: From pre-loved to re-loved

Nestled in the heart of Helsinki, this family-owned business has quickly become one of Northern Europe’s premier destinations for authentic, pre-loved luxury goods, offering a personalised shopping experience that embraces slow fashion and sustainability.

Since its founding in 2019, this family-owned business in central Helsinki has emerged as one of Northern Europe’s leading and most respected marketplaces for pre-owned luxury goods. Specialising in authentic designer handbags, watches, and accessories, Luxury Helsinki offers a wide range of high-end products from renowned brands like Chanel, Louis Vuitton, and Hermes.

“The availability of luxury brands is limited in Finland. For example, only Louis Vuitton has a store in the country. We have established ourselves as the go-to place for other luxury brands, where they are readily available in our showroom or online,” explains Mia Siltala-Stellberg, the company’s CEO.

The showroom is located in central Helsinki, a short walk from Esplanadi, and it has extended opening hours Thursdays and Fridays, offering both walk-in appointments and bookings. With a commitment to providing a personalised shopping experience, the business also dispatches items worldwide, ensuring that clients across the globe can access the curated selection.

Waitlist and personal shopping

Luxury Helsinki offers two main services to help clients find their desired items. The first is a waitlist service, where clients receive updates when a specific item becomes available. “We don’t actively search for the item, but will notify our clients if it comes into stock,” Siltala-Stellberg says.

The second service is more proactive: a personal shopping service. Clients provide details of the item they seek, and the team taps into its extensive network to locate it. “We offer excellent personalised service tailored to the unique needs of our clients. Our networks around the globe allow us to source a wide variety of luxury brands and items,” she adds.

Embracing slow fashion

A core value of the business is advocating slow fashion, which emphasises sustainability and longevity in fashion choices. “We believe that fashion should stand the test of time, and we fully embrace circularity,” says Heidi Siltala, the company’s growth and development manager. “Many of our clients buy a pre-loved luxury item from us, and when they want to update their collection, they sell it back to us and purchase another pre-loved item.”

By extending the lifespan of luxury items, Luxury Helsinki aims to reduce pollution and waste, minimise its carbon footprint, and eliminate the need for additional environmental resources. “Finding a new home for a much-loved item is our goal. Pre-loved goods are a better choice for the planet and people,” Siltala says.

An investment for the future

Recognising that buying exclusive items is also an investment, Luxury Helsinki offers a Bag Spa service, where luxury handbags are carefully examined and treated to restore them to their original glory. This service further supports the company’s commitment to sustainability by helping clients maintain their items and extend the lifespan. “Taking good care of the items we own means that they can be enjoyed for longer. Investing in high-quality items is an investment and their value increases over time, so looking after them is essential,” the manager says.

In addition to bags, the company also boast Finland’s largest selection of women’s pre-loved luxury watches. “We have a wide range of luxury watches, and the principle is the same as for our bags: we have a selection available in our showroom, and we can also source and/or find a home for pre-loved items,” Siltala-Stellberg explains.

With new arrivals daily, the company provides a unique shopping experience tailored to the needs of its discerning clientele. The CEO concludes; “Whether you’re looking to sell a beloved item or finally purchase that dream handbag, Luxury Helsinki is a secure, trusted service, and we are committed to finding the perfect match for your next cherished item.”

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