støvete was born from a lifelong passion—and a functional necessity.
After re-evaluating my life, I finally took a leap of faith to pursue a dream I had never fully allowed myself to follow.
What started as a small side hustle began with selling my extensive trainer collection; I realised I only ever reached for the same dozen pairs. Gradually, it grew into reselling clothing, giving me a creative outlet for my love of discovering independent brands and a bit of extra pocket money on the side. Then the world conspired in the right way, pushing me toward a more meaningful existence—one rooted in fulfilment, intention, and the desire to build an independent business that truly reflected my personal style.
Wanting to be part of the solution rather than contribute to the negative impact of fast fashion, I leaned into what had always been my instinct: buying selectively, choosing quality over quantity, and gravitating toward timeless, contemporary pieces made to last. I realised these values could form the foundation of a credible, consciously minded pre-owned clothing brand.
I’m not exaggerating when I say I spend hours searching through independent and lesser-known brands to find that perfectly cut piece—the one that fits exactly how you want it to, in the right shade, with the perfect hand-feel. I research every brand I source from and connect with those who have a meaningful story as well as a covetable collection.
And that’s how støvete was born