Angela Crudupt treated us to the experience every girl dreams of, shopping for couture labels for cheep! What girl wouldn't love fumbling through this season's designer labels you CAN afford? Her business model is perfect.
This is how it works:
Upon your request you have a private consultation with Angela at her amazing studio in Beverly Hills, right around the corner from world famous Rodeo Drive. She will pull items based on the request you have made. For example; you have a party coming up but not a thing to wear, you describe the event and what look or idea you have in mind, or just the types of things you like... and she will choose a few items to show you in your consultation. You fall in love with something you see? No fear... you can afford this designer dress! You are RENTING the garment for 4 days. The best part, is she only has about 2 sizes in each style. This way you are highly unlikely to see anyone else wearing the same thing out at the same time as you. Her personal touch and warm personality, make you feel like instant friends, so it's like you're shopping with your besty. And if you don't have something that feels just right, she will go out and shop for the perfect item for you! It's truly like having your own stylist. Now I know this all sounds too good to be true and your thinking... what can I "afford"? The prices are based on 15% of the retail price. So if the dress retails for $500.00, you are going to pay $75.00. Which I personally think is a great deal especially when you think, "when am I ever going to wear this again?" They also take care of the cleaning too, so you return it without paying to have it dry-cleaned.
Here are some pics from the launch party and items you can't rent:
The lovely Angela explaining to Esther how the program works.
Sugar Scout Couture set up shop at the event.