A FASHION house in Winchester has celebrated one year in business at one of the biggest showrooms in the city.

House of Gallét was set up in Molly’s Den, in Winnall, with both new and second-hand designer wear and a small collection of ex-display wedding dresses to mark the occasion.

Mother and daughter team, owners Joanne and Carol Gallét, welcomed guests with a small soiree and a glass of fizz to celebrate almost a year in business after the duo set out on the venture August 23, last year.

Surrounded by friends and well-wishers they gave an inside glimpse into their new showroom, after moving to bigger space inside the antique emporium.

Joanne said: “We had some great reactions to our new store sign which showed off our wedding dress collection which said "buy now, marry later".

“We have added some more designer stock as well. We have over 600 items of new and nearly-new designer wear with a small collection of ex-display wedding dresses in store, all below even high street prices - so affordable shopping heaven.

“People really responded well as they shopped with a glass of champagne in their hands, amazed at finding a store like ours in an emporium like Molly's Den - we tried to create a walk-in wardrobe small boutique feel and I think we pulled it off.

“It’s not easy to start a new business but I think sheer determination and passion has carried us through this far.”