Some days (okay, four out of five), our lunch break is spent sitting at our desks staring down an ever-growing inbox while we fork at yesterday’s leftovers. Bleak. As over half of us (52%) are already spending this hour off endlessly scrolling, what better time to shop than this? Introducing eBay’s Festive Season Edit, your guide on how to shop the best pre-loved pieces for the holiday season, specially selected by eBay’s team of experts.
There has never been a more important time to shop smart than now, that’s why Grazia’s lunchtime shop is here to bring you all the best pieces to invest in now. And with eBay’s incredible collection of pre-loved fashion and luxury accessories, shopping never looked so good after all, with an increasing awareness of fast fashion's impact on our planet, it's necessary to shop consciously and make smart purchases; things that will be in your wardrobe forever, and that you'll always love wearing.
With Christmas just around the corner, why not give the gift of pre-loved pieces – looking for a showstopping designer present for someone special? Look to eBay for incredible pre-loved designer brands at just a fraction of the retail price. Or, if you’re looking to treat yourself to something you’ve always wanted, browse the huge range of pre-loved items ready and waiting to be added to your collection, ‘tis the season to indulge, after all.
So, throughout the next 12 days, eBay have done all the hard work for you, by finding all the biggest and best trends for you to shop from now. Happy shopping...
Shop: The eBay x Grazia Festive Edit
Office Christmas party season is well underway – and to help you find your new festive ‘fit, browse eBay’s festive season edit of incredible pre-loved partywear pieces that’ll take you straight from your desk to the dance floor. From designer dresses to luxury tailoring, eBay has your party outfits sorted.
Whether you love a sky-high heel or prefer something a little closer to the ground, browse amazing party-ready shoes on eBay to find the perfect fit. From Miu Miu’s velvet platforms to jewel encrusted flats by Simone Rocha, eBay has all the perfect party accessories that’ll finish off your outfit in style.
If your diary is filling up fast, be sure to shop eBay’s collection of party-wear to get your social season looks sorted; from designer dresses, to sharp suiting with plenty of sparkle you’ll be party-ready in no time. Sequins not your thing? Opt for luxurious velvets, beautiful beading or shimmering knitted dresses for a festive feel.
The colour of the season? The perfect shade of deep mulled wine red seen across the catwalk and beyond. Invest in the trending tone and shop eBay’s specially selected festive season edit of ready-to-wear pre-loved fashion and accessories in beautiful burgundy.
Special occasion on the horizon? A show-stopping pre-loved designer dress will answer any what-to-wear woes. Find your favourite designers from eBay and shop incredible pre-loved designer pieces from the likes of Coperni to Bottega Veneta and wear on repeat.
Fashion rental service HURR has joined eBay as an official seller, listing an array of buy-it-now designer pieces for a fraction of the retail price. If you've always dreamt of owning that dress you've spotted up for rental, now is your chance!
This festive season, why not treat a loved one (or yourself, of course) to a real show-stopping gift come Christmas morning with fine jewellery from eBay’s festive season edit. From freshwater pearls to sparkling diamond tennis bracelets, these are pieces to treasure for a lifetime.
Transform your outfit from daytime to evening by adding genuine fine jewellery to take your look to the next level. From Tiffany and Co. links and Van Cleef necklaces to Cartier’s iconic Just un Clou bracelets, each piece from eBay’s jewellery selection has been inspected by eBay’s team of experts to guarantee its authenticity.
Get set for party-season and upgrade your accessory arsenal with glittering designer bags that’ll take your outfit up a notch. From Prada’s sequins to Jimmy Choo and Miu Miu showstopping ‘it’ bags, if you’re looking to invest in a designer bag or are eyeing up a new ‘it’ handbag, look to eBay’s authenticity guaranteed selection and find your favourite.
Whether you're looking to add to your knit collection or on the hunt for the perfect present, look to eBay's knitwear and embrace cosy-season with wonderfully woolly Nordic knitwear, cosy cardigans and winter warmer accessories for a fraction of their original cost. Snuggle up and shop!
Celebrate the best of British designers and shop eBay’s huge selection of pre-loved designer pieces from the inimitable Dame Vivienne Westwood to the iconic Christopher Kane and fashion favourite, Nensi Dojaka, these are the perfect extra-special additions to every fashion fan’s wardrobe.
From puffer jackets to the perfect going-out tops, you can always count on leopard print to be in style. If you’re looking to find the perfect gift present, take a walk on the wild side and browse eBay’s selection of animal print pre-loved pieces that you’re guaranteed to wear on repeat.