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When it comes to short-lived pop-up outlets, there aren't really any official rules. Yet it seems that Poepke must be breaking a few with their Archives pop-up, returning this June.

Firstly, the Paddington boutique plans to host the temporary vendor within the four walls of their existing store. "Does that even count as a pop-up?" I hear you cry. "Isn't it just like having the same store, but with a different name?" Well, not quite, since part of the deal is that they'll be selling your stuff for you.

That's right, you can submit items for consideration before Sunday, June 22 (dry cleaned, of course), from labels Peopke has carried or is currently carrying. Then they'll sell them on a consignment basis, and you'll pocket the cash. It's like a giant community garage sale, but instead of scoffing neighbours pretending they're from Antiques Roadshow, they'll just be other Poepke fans hungry for that silk shawl you snapped up last winter.

It's part op-shop, part stocktake sale, part elusive event. Whatever it actually is, you'll be able to turn up and nab both unworn and pre-loved clothes, shoes and accessories. The pop-up opens on June 28, and will continue running over the coming months.