We had the good fortune of connecting with Khriston Hawkins and we’ve shared our conversation below.

Hi Khriston, we’d love to hear more about how you thought about starting your own business?
The idea behind SamplesalegirlLA, often known as SSGLA, was to give my customers the ease of remote shopping to all of LA’s finest designer sample sales. I consider it a great privilege to have been invited to previews of the top designer sample sales, and I want to give my customers the same indulgences. Long line delays, a lack of requests for or holds on items, and lengthy shipment times are all characteristics of sample sales. I discovered a solution to all these problems with SSGLA, which now offers a seamless client experience for Live and virtual shopping.

Can you give our readers an introduction to your business? Maybe you can share a bit about what you do and what sets you apart from others?

Yes, we shop the best designer sample sales in LA every week for you!These once a year designer sample sales offer huge reductions ranging from 50 to 80% off retail prices! Membership to join SSGLA is cost-free, and pay a small shopper’s fee per order. Sign up to become a member on our website Shopssgla.com.

The three services that SSGLA provides set us distinct from other organizations. We provide customized concierge services for shopping. Personal sample sale shopping, styling, and closet makeovers are three of our offerings. I am incredibly proud of everything we have achieved since our original debut more than two years ago. It was exceedingly challenging to maneuver through the luxury resale market. I have surmounted obstacles by doing research and consulting my tribe for guidance. I’ve come to realize that it’s acceptable if I don’t know all the answers. I’ll look for them. I want everyone to know that at SSGLA, serving and providing excellent customer service are our top priorities. We only offer the greatest products and experiences when we shop.

Let’s say your best friend was visiting the area and you wanted to show them the best time ever. Where would you take them? Give us a little itinerary – say it was a week long trip, where would you eat, drink, visit, hang out, etc.
If my best friend comes to visit I would suggest this itinerary.
Friday, Getty Museum & Dinner at Nobu In Malibu
Saturday, Hiking at Runyon, Day shopping on melrose and dinner at CATCH
Sunday, Brunch at Harriet’s and after Everyday people day people

Who else deserves some credit and recognition?
My friends, family, and clients are the people I would most like to shout out and credit my accomplishments to. I refer to them as MY TRIBE! They give me so much more than they receive, they deserve the best that I have to offer. One of the hardest adventures I have ever taken has been in entrepreneurship. I am incredibly appreciative to have the best mentors and support network. They merit praise and appreciation for helping me during difficult times by being a source.

Website: Shopssgla.com

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