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Upscale Garage Sale
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Upscale Garage Sale, located in north Dunbar village, has been a destination for quality home furnishings at affordable prices since 2005.
Owner Abbey Prebushewski has created a unique shopping experience through her consignment business.
In the spring of 2009, she expanded and opened Upscale Resale next door. The first thing you notice is the eye-catching window displays which showcase lovely furnishings. The interior of the shops exude a heritage feeling with high ceilings and crown moulding.
Both Upscale shops offer an eclectic mix of designer-inspired furniture, chandeliers, mirrors and accessories.
You can never predict what you will find on a given day as the merchandise is ever changing. This gives clients a feeling of hitting the jackpot when they find the perfect piece. However, if you have your heart set on something particular, Prebushewski can help grant your wish. Provide her with information about your desired item, include as many details as possible, and if that item crosses her path she will contact you.
Prebushewski made a shift in careers, having worked in the corporate transportation business for eighteen years. Her passion for decorating led her to follow her dream of opening her own consignment furnishings shop. The small town feeling of Dunbar village attracted her to set up shop here. She feels akin to the Dunbar neighbourhood where she has met wonderful customers and fellow shop owners. Being an astute businessperson, she also recognized that the area had potential for growth.
Prebushewski oversees all aspects of the business. The majority of her time is spent in the shops, and meeting with customers in their homes. Upscale has a local client base and attract shoppers from further afield. She also caters to interior designers and the film industry. She values her long-standing customer relationships; many have been regulars since 2005. It pleases her when customers are thrilled with their purchases.
Prebushewski compliments her assistant Catherine Kimpton in helping create the elegant appeal of Upscale. Kimpton has a background in interior design, retail furniture and merchandising.
Prebushewski seems destined to continue reinventing herself. She contemplates expanding again one day, perhaps to West Vancouver and the West End. Success stories are always wonderful, especially when they are rooted in your own community. Visiting these shops is a visual delight, and you never know, you may head home with the chandelier of your dreams!
Upscale Garage Sale, 3432 Dunbar Street, Vancouver Telephone 604-733-0787
