A London-based shopper experienced a delightful surprise that went far beyond a simple online purchase, when a second hand dress arrived with a story attached.
The Viral Unboxing
Solène, a Vinted user from London who shares content on TikTok as @solene_rose, recently posted a video showcasing a stunning new find: a floor-length Karen Millen dress. The red sequin garment, featuring a low back and intricate applique, was a bargain buy from the popular Vinted platform. However, the real treasure was hidden inside the parcel.
Upon opening it, Solène discovered a handwritten note from the previous owner, a woman named Ann. In the video, a stunned Solène shared the note's contents with her followers, reading it aloud and expressing her disbelief at the personal touch.
Ann's Heartwarming Message
The note from Ann revealed the dress's glamorous history. She wrote that it had been one of her favourite garments, but she felt she was now "too old and fat for such a slinky style" – a sentiment Solène was quick to dismiss. The most exciting revelation was that Ann had been photographed in the dress for Hello! Magazine many years prior.
Ann's message continued with warm wishes, hoping the new owner would wear it to many Christmas parties and have as much fun as she did. Solène, visibly touched, responded directly to Ann in her video, saying, "Ann I need to see you in this dress, I need to see the Hello magazine pictures, but also thank you because it's stunning."
The Internet Demands a Sequel
The TikTok video quickly captured the hearts of viewers, who flooded the comments with their reactions. Many described the note as "sweet" and "adorable," while also complimenting how perfectly the dress suited Solène. The overwhelming consensus, however, was a single, unified demand.
Users pleaded with Solène to track down Ann and the elusive Hello! Magazine photos. One user commented, "Stop that’s adorable, please reach out to her and ask for the pics!" while another declared, "We need a part 2 with Anne in #hellomagazine!!!! Internet do you thing." Solène herself echoed this desire, confirming the hunt was on to find the photographic evidence of the dress's hidden past.
