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Young Ideas celebrates 15 years with owner Anne Wright at helm

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Young Ideas is marking 15 years under the leadership of owner Anne Wright with a special event at its flagship store in Ashbourne. Young Ideas – 15 Years, The Wright Way will include an evening of celebrations with canapés, fizz and music from a resident DJ as well as models showcasing its latest styles.

Wright first took over the Ashbourne store in 2008, which had already been in operation for over 40 years. Armed with experience in the frozen food sector, she gave the business a new lease of life with several expansions and fresh developments.

Under Wright’s direction, Young Ideas grew from one single store to a group of four. Meanwhile, its original flagship moved location to the former Green Man Hotel.

Today Young Ideas boutiques are also located in Lichfield and Derby city centre while it also operates a successful online division and separate outlet store. Sister company Henmores, meanwhile, is based at the original Young Ideas premises.

“The last 15 years have flown by, and I am incredibly proud of how Young Ideas has grown and evolved,” says Wright. “I love running a business that is at the heart of the community with a team that is known for providing excellent customer service. This is our every day and I look forward to what the next 15 years brings!”

Young Ideas stocks leading brands including Boss, Bella Freud, Coach, Diane Von Furstenberg, Hayley Menzies, Michael Kors, Paul Smith and Weekend Max Mara.

Wright personally selects pieces from over 80 brands each season, creating a curated edit of wardrobe and dressing table essentials.

Young Ideas’ friendly team is renowned for its exceptional customer service and expert styling advice, with shoppers receiving a five-star experience in-store or by virtual appointment online.