Harrods was besieged today on the last day of their sale

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Harrods was besieged today on the last day of their sale

Harrods was besieged today on the last day of their sale; eager customers were arriving all day to get the lowest mark up on prices in all departments. They were even stripping clothes off the model dummies. 28th January 1984

Julian Brown
Daily Mirror
Mirrorpix
London
Greater London
England
DM 84 440

Media ID 21809357

© Mirrorpix

Bargain Busy January Sales Shoppers Shops And Shopping 1984

EDITORS COMMENTS
In this print captured by Julian Brown, we are transported back to the bustling scene at Harrods on the last day of their sale in 1984. The image perfectly encapsulates the excitement and frenzy that surrounded this highly anticipated event. As eager customers flooded into Harrods throughout the day, hoping to snag the best deals across all departments, it became clear that this was no ordinary shopping experience. The sheer volume of shoppers created a sense of urgency and competition in the air. The photograph also highlights a rather amusing sight: people stripping clothes off model dummies in their quest for bargains. This humorous detail serves as a testament to just how determined these shoppers were to secure the lowest mark-up prices possible. Taking place during January sales season, when shops offered enticing discounts to attract customers after the holiday rush, this particular moment at Harrods is emblematic of an era defined by consumerism and bargain hunting. Julian Brown's skillful composition allows us to witness firsthand both the chaos and thrill experienced by those who ventured into Harrods on that fateful day. It serves as a nostalgic reminder of a time when department stores like Harrods held immense allure for avid shoppers seeking unbeatable deals amidst crowded aisles. This remarkable snapshot from Memory Lane Prints transports us back to an iconic moment in retail history – one filled with busy crowds, excited shoppers, and unforgettable memories.

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