Steven here! She was absolutely amazing and this was one of my favourite investments of the season. I do wish you could have seen the full pitch - roughly 1.5 hours long. The deal has gone through and me and Debroah are at work on the business x

@jamesdc1993

2 жыл бұрын

I had no idea the pitches were that long! I’m surprised! I have to admit it I always found it bizarre that so much cash was thrown around in so little time, so thanks for completing my understanding!

@duaplex1

2 жыл бұрын

Congrats Steven, you have a heart of gold. I know business first, but wow that was something.

@Siggsy

2 жыл бұрын

ive got 2 small boys and need to find out more about this asap, Its great to see Steven commenting on here as well

@tizmond

2 жыл бұрын

That's great to hear! I wish her, you and Deborah every success in this venture.

@MrMarko4

2 жыл бұрын

You're the breath of fresh air the Den needed Steven. You don't have blinkers on like some of the veterans of the show!, this is a fantastic business to be involved in, well done 👏.

“That was absolutely… a moment.” The height of Peter’s emotional range 😂

I think thats a great idea, all the power to this woman for saving wasted clothing

@pullybungieharder

2 жыл бұрын

It has hidden costs, or hidden from the casual viewer though not to the dragons. Cleaning the clothing is one. Storage and handling costs can eat the profit very quickly, and unpopular styles will get need to be binned quickly or managing the inevitable long-term inventory very quickly. Many brands of children's clothing, especially knockoffs of the better brands like fake polo clothes, wear out very quickly indeed. And right now, with Covid-19 and infection concerns, exchanging clothing demands thorough washing.

@pullybungieharder

2 жыл бұрын

@X2 JoelMK 33 You're lucky. If you can't get there at the right time of day, the pickings can be sparse. And I've met some charity shop workers who volunteered only to pick through good for the best items for their own homes and families, which was very rude.

@Silvercloud-cg7gs

2 жыл бұрын

@@pullybungieharder perk of the job

@pullybungieharder

2 жыл бұрын

@@Silvercloud-cg7gs It's fraud, and theft. Donations are not provided for the volunteers, they are provided for the community through the charity. If the volunteers put them on the shelves, and *paid* for them out of their own pocket, I could see it, especially if they gave the public a chance to purchase them first.

@pullybungieharder

2 жыл бұрын

@The Padded Cell It's at least fraud, if they're setting aside the items, for themselves, before they're even available to the public. It's theft when the volunteers simply stuff the best items in their own bags and leave without paying, it's theft. That's very distinct from a discount for items that have at least been offered to the public, which is a reasonable perk.

Peter Jones is out of touch with reality. Sustainable fashion is currently experiencing a boom, brands have to emphasise their commitment to ecological integrity and reducing their carbon footprint. Charity and second hand/thrift store shopping is insanely popular at the moment, and that trend will continue.

@donnabuttery9316

2 жыл бұрын

So were jumble sales in the 70's....😊

@johnholmes2745

2 жыл бұрын

@Tasteofgoatfart nice anecdote

@JoelWende

2 жыл бұрын

@Tasteofgoatfart But you’ll buy new clothes from a store that will have been touched by warehouse people, trucking people, store staff, probably more members of the public than any charity shop, tried on by people and put back on shelves! Even if you buy online the clothes come into contact with dozens of people in that production and mailing line. To not buy second hand because of covid makes no sense at all I’m afraid!

@anerdwithglasses7429

2 жыл бұрын

@Tasteofgoatfart all you need for 2nd hand clothes is to chuck those in a washing machine before you wear them and you will be fine...same thing you need to do if you buy from a store or online. Never put clothing on straight off of a rack.

@rollingstone1908

2 жыл бұрын

@Tasteofgoatfart have u seen what people buy from ebay? madness pal . shes gonna do well trust me

An incredible mother and an amazing business oriented person. This should seriously kick off all around the world for the sake of the planet and to help millions of struggling parents.

@monicamorilla2851

Жыл бұрын

I totally agree with you..

@jessbarnes8521

2 ай бұрын

Why is she an incredible mother?

Insead of perfect good clothing going to a charity shop for re selling. It goes to the families that need the clothes. This is amazing

Should have made this a longer clip, 10 minutes+. Genuinely interesting entrepreneur and a great reaction from the dragons too

@svatisingh1

2 жыл бұрын

I agree - I had to rewatch her pitch actually, because it went a bit fast at the start - would've loved to have seen more details of the pitch.

@10draperful

2 жыл бұрын

agreed. Longer clips please

This was so sweet to see. She seems like such a wonderful lady.

Love these dragons!!! Don’t rob them if equity, thanks to Steven and Sarah, and they show emotion. Btw, what an entrepreneur! One of the best in the den

What a brilliant pitch. She’s a great entrepreneur

@victoriaacmiller6797

2 жыл бұрын

She just wanted a break! Bless her!!

I wish this was longer but it did make me smile

@thealien_ali3382

2 жыл бұрын

Ponies

This idea can easily be taken to an international scale. Thank you so much Charlotte for coming up with a concept that could boost sustainability and environment preservation

Touker "Im the best dragon for you, I have all the experience and contacts in this industry to make your business grow" Charlotte "No thanks"

@Hamispeople

2 жыл бұрын

He was trying to pitch to her but it was obvious she has a very clear sense of direction, she wants sustainable and eco-friendly, and when he asked her if she would do business with H&M and Zara it was clear they weren't seeing eye to eye

@thestarshavefallen

2 жыл бұрын

She wants to compete against those very 'fast fashion' brands whos model is causing an environmental catastrophe.

This is a great idea and kudos to her for not being scared away by the big players like Peter is saying. Someone needs to start having a go at this concept it is long overdue.

@helenlizzystewart4908

5 ай бұрын

exactly we all need to start somewhere

Gotta hand it to Touker. He got flat out rejected by her even though this is his field, and still he compliments her for being a good entrepeneur.

that's a great idea! they really should get it out there and make this a big thing, cause i think this is the future, and would help every parent around the world, cause we all struggle with that! all the power to you milady!

I have a 3yo, so I 100% LOVE this idea! I hope this grows to be a massive success. I just donate all my son's clothes when he grows out of them, so the charity shops kind of do what she is doing with her business, but having a child/clothing dedicated and quality controlled business would definitely be a hit! I would subscribe to this!!

@farazaslam4329

2 жыл бұрын

Would you prefer used clothing for your son?

@elijah6169

2 жыл бұрын

@@farazaslam4329 so? What's wrong with that? If they're well taken care of its fine

@izzylk1802

2 жыл бұрын

@@farazaslam4329 if they've been washed why does it matter? children grow out of clothing so quickly most of secondhand childrens clothes have barely been worn

@thetarantella69

Жыл бұрын

​@@farazaslam4329 you seem to have lots of money, in comparison to others who struggle. I think it's a brilliant idea. Maybe you make all that money yourself, or you're on the dole, if it's the latter were ALL paying for your up keep, to put it bluntly

@zaynabdaniyal

Жыл бұрын

​@-A agree with this. Children grow so fast and so much goes to waste. I think this is a great idea personally and their is nothing wrong with reusing clothes. I guess the person who posted that comment wouldn't have a problem with using used and second hand clothes if she couldn't afford brand new.

One of the best entrepreneurs I have ever seen in the Den. Her pitch and ability to answer questions was second to none! Well deserved investment

That double investment move was slick

I don't have time to watch the show, but YT recommended this to me. I don't have children but I am a very doting auntie and god mother. I absolutely adore this idea, and immediately sent the video and links to the Little Loop website to my closest friends and my sister-in-law. I've offered to buy 1 month taster subscriptions for each small child, 4mo, 10mo, 2 yr, 3yr, 3.5yr, 4 yr, and 6yr if they think the concept works for them. And then I came back watched this video again and wrote this comment. Such a lovely idea. Sarah seems so genuine and thrilled that Steven and Deborah are onboard.

Touker forgot to include "Free Office Space In London " as part of his offer, and He lost out

she seems a lovely and passionate lady. kudos to her

This is just brilliant this can help so many families. What a great business idea. This is definitely going to blow up just a matter of time. Love this show so much.

In all the years I’ve watched Dragons Den this was my favourite pitch ever Brilliant good luck for the future to all of you

The most eloquent pitch ever. Well deserving!

Sara is my favorite dragon

She's just so full of positivity!!! I mean she had a fair amount of confidence + she knew her facts + she's passionate about her idea. But it's her positivity that shines through the most 🌄

What a well rounded and wonderful entrepreneur! I wish her all the success in the world. Sarah is an absolute darling, as genuine as they come.

Her reaction was so touching and it was so nice to see how touched all the dragons were

I have been recently watching this show and this idea is one of the best I have seen, she is definitely an amazing entrepreneur.

great idea, great business... lovely to see the raw human emotion in the den

So glad she had the guts to ask the questions she did! And to answer the questions so honestly.

Wow, I’ve watched this twice, once as it came up on Facebook and the second time because I searched for it on here. Children’s fashion doesnt move as quickly as Women’s fashion and if this had been around when my kids were being born, I would have used it. My friends and I have shared all our kids clothes around and when my boys were the last, most of the clothes still looked new; a few had been casualties. I wished that recycling had been more in the front of peoples minds 20/30 years ago. I wish you every success in finding ethical partners in children’s clothing. Amazing idea

I'm just glad jenny isn't a dragon. So refreshing to have dragons that actually are willing to take a risk and invest.

@reganlouise3275

2 жыл бұрын

Yes it’s so nice to see

Wow what a beautiful soul she is 🥰

Is this a live thing at the moment? I need this in my life! The amount I spend on kids clothes just for them to grow out of it two-four months later this would save me a fortune!!

What a lovely story listening to the lovely Charlotte & having 2 Dragons is fantastic - well done!

Guys please let’s support her we need people like her in this world!

She was fabulous totally prepared for every question unlike many who go into the den a fantastic entrepreneur with an amazing idea that will help millions of struggling families plus she had the brains to ask for double the money and get two amazing dragons on board and only giving away 25% of her business I hope it will be a global success for her I'm sure it will be, I can see her being one of the biggest successes in dragons den history

I have 2 small children and it is so expensive to buy clothes constantly, so this honestly is the most incredible business idea! I will definitely be joining up on this.

@saysomethingaldcsbiggestfa792

6 ай бұрын

I’d recommend vinted too! No subscription cost

One best dragons den I have ever watch, I hope this lady's business will a success for year to come.

Look at toukas face 4:21, he is like 'I even told her I'm the expert, why is she ignoring me ? 😂😂

I love this, but I do think a lot of families already do this on a smaller scale. I know my wife recycles all of our youngest clothes to other families where we live. Best of all she does this for free, no money ever changes hands. We have recently started to pass on other goods such as toys, furniture, sporting equipment in the hope that we are doing our little bit to help the planet and other families.

@al1356

2 жыл бұрын

@Demon Slayer in a perfect world we would all be able to do this. I appreciate that we don’t live in a perfect world though, hence why we support where we can when we can. I think this lady has found her calling and to be able to make a sustainable business for the masses is only ever going to be a good thing.

this is such a good idea for parents who are struggling

What a lovely woman. Best of luck sweet girl.

Love dragons den for this very reason genuine people trying to better themselves

Wow, what a fabulous idea and brilliant pitch and negotiation. Wishing you every success with this 😀

I am almost in tears too but I think mine are in solidarity with Touker!

@10draperful

2 жыл бұрын

I got the feeling she didn't trust he would treat the product ethically

She was a wonderful applicant with a lucid and convincing pitch...thoroughly deserving the offers she received

great business idea great personality definitely one of the best in the den

Pure class ! What an amazing pitch

I have watched it about 20 times I love the new dragon .. ..

I have been doing this for years! My Children’s clothes have been passed on and on. Shame it’s not my passion🥴

This was amazing and wonderful

The best pitch and outcome - EVER!

I thought about this business idea when I had kids. So glad someone is doing it! We put all our kids clothes in salvos recycling bin and we didnt buy cheap kids clothing.

I absolutely love this pitch and so happy for this brilliant entrepreneur!!!

Loved her from the first word onwards. So pleased these moments happen

One of my favourites so far.

whatva sweet lady, wish her all the success

She is an amazing breath of fresh air where fashion retailers are concerned. I wish her every success. She is amazing . ❤️

This is such an amazing idea I would definitely buy my children’s clothes this way

Amazing pitch and well executed. Awesome outcome!

Deborah can never cry. She is clad in iron. The iron maiden. 😀😅

Beautiful !!!

Curing a cost of living crisis this is incredible.

Wow! What an inspiration she is!

I wish we could of seen a longer clip as others have said this is a brillant idea and wish I could of seen more of it 🙂 but really happy for her x

One of my favourite programmes..❤ it

What an absolutely fantastic idea that I would sign up for in a flash.

God love her, sticking to her guns in regard to sustainable practices in the face of (hypothetically) being offered deals with big brands. Love seeing some integrity 😊💖

She’s up there with Levi as the best I seen on here.

I watched this episode.... she's really good

I will definitely subscribe in the future when I will have kids. This is a fantastic idea 💡!!

This is such a fantastic idea. It takes the stress out of shopping at well, I agree with the guy that said it was inevitable.

Such a likeable lady. I wish her all the success in the world insha’Allah

Brilliant I would love it I am going through this again just now

Love this pitch

Got more than what she asked for initially. That's a win!

Brilliant pitch, brilliant idea👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻

Love this idea ❤️

Dragon's Den on speed, I hope this isn't a new trend that the edit the hell out of the show so it feels like it's on fast fwd

Not a fan of these shortened videos they feel choppy and unnecessarily streamlined

I miss dragons den such a good show helping people’s lives love to see it

I think this my favourite episode of Dragons den.

That was one of the fastest and easiest deals I have ever seen on the Den. Couldn't have happened to a nicer lady. Well done. I love the idea and I really wish her success.

I rate her 9 out of 10 fair play to her!!

Good on her well done

I have this exact problem so I totally get it. What a great solution

Beautiful x

Love to see how this all plays out.

Just saying, my mom had an arrangement with a woman that had slightly-older-kids. The lady would take the clothes, put them in a big bag, write the prices down on a list (1 or 2 guilders, at the time, per item) and leave the bag at grandma's. Whenever we visited, we'd take the bag home, look through it, see if the clothes fit us, buy the ones we wanted. Then the bag went to someone else. If we didn't want the clothes anymore and they were still able to be worn (because in our case, they were usually broken, covered in paint and old) we'd gather the ones that we wanted to get rid of and go to a childrens-clothing-trading-fair, where you could trade or buy for a euro (at that point it was a euro.) Not to mention, we have a clothing-shop nearby where you can donate and "purchase" for free, all the childrensclothing.

Humble

Wow I like this better than the American version bless your gingerbread hearts 🌻🎃🌻🎃🌻🎃

This is so amazing 🥺🥺🤗🤗

What a brilliant entrepreneur and it would save a lot of money for parents.

Love Sara, she has a big heart.

Great idea 👌🏻 Greetings from Scotland 😊 Have a wonderful day everyone 🌻

@RockyDave

2 жыл бұрын

Greetings to our friends north of the border.

@boop53

2 жыл бұрын

Hope its not too cold up North! have a good day!

what a lovely lady

The most moving pitch I’ve heard. She’s a fantastic entrepreneur and a lovely lady.