Boutique clothing store to shut its doors after just five months in blow for highstreet
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A BOUTIQUE women's clothing shop has announced the "tough decision" to shut its doors after only five months. The pre-loved clothing store, The Closet at Harker, is set to shut its doors just after Christmas. The Carlisle boutique has struggled despite its attempt to fill in a gap in the market, selling a unique blend of preloved, new, and "nearly new" high-brand ladies' clothing.
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Owners Debbie Armstrong and Kath Paterson confirmed the closure in a heartfelt statement on social media. The post read: "We have made the tough decision to close our lovely little shop. "We have given it a go for five months, which may not seem long, but when we're not making enough money to pay rent, never mind pay ourselves some money.
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"There comes a time when you have to realise that it's just not going to work.". With the shop remaining open until Christmas, significant discounts will be available on many items. Customers are encouraged to follow updates on Facebook or call the store ahead to confirm opening times.
The owners also request that anyone with items left to be sold should visit the store before Christmas. Debbie and Kath expressed thanks to everyone who has visited the store during its journey. They said: "We'd like to say a big thank you to everyone who has supported us in any way since we opened our doors, it's been very much appreciated.".
