Lizzie Dibble is hopeful that her clothes lending project could help bring in new footfall to the UK’s beleaguered libraries, as well as introducing readers to the romance of secondhand fashion.
“There’s something about the library,” she said.“It’s not an intimidating boutique or the busy, noisy high street. I’ve had people tell me that sometimes they’ll go into a shop and even the music makes them feel like they don’t fit in there. We want this to feel welcoming and accessible to everybody.”
Dibble created With Love From … in 2023, initially to swap clothes with friends and family. Interest grew along with donations, and the project soon spawned sewing workshops, talks about sustainability and a repair service.
