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Jun 2021
Tockwith man goes from Knaresborough schoolboy to retail entrepreneur
Tom Walker from Tockwith has built up his vintage clothing business from a few pieces on eBay to a huge website hosting pop-up sales every week.
Mr Walker started Headlock Vintage at the age of 18 after leaving King James' School, Knaresborough. He'd found his passion and wanted to see how far he could take it.
He said the business grew over the years but really took off around six years ago. The 30-year-old now travels around the UK hosting vintage sales and pop-ups at university campuses.
As his products are aimed at young people, most items are under £40 and fit current fashion trends.
With more than 3,000 items on the site Mr Walker said the boom in online shopping over lockdown has made a big impact on his business.
As restrictions ease he said he's excited to get out again and sell to customers face-to-face. He is hosting a vintage sale in Harrogate tomorrow in the Wesley Centre.
He said:
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He's expecting around 400 people to come through the doors tomorrow. Social distancing and mask-wearing is expected and the number of people inside will be monitored.
He said the items will be priced at less than £25 and range from floral dresses to England shirts.
The event is from 10am to 5pm and entry is free.
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