Wikipedia Biography / Profile Background
Introduction :
- Alys Dobbie is an antiques dealer, floral expert/artist and business owner from Brighton, England.
- Quirky and creative, Dobbie is as well-known for her vintage inspired fashion sense as she is for the unique pieces she sells. She is well-versed in the latest trends in the antiques market, making her the perfect guide for clients looking to add a touch of sophistication to their homes.
Personal Life, Parents and Family Details :
- Alys was born and raised in Tunbridge Wells, Kent.
- She used to go to boot fairs with her father on Sundays and look for cheap bargains. Dobbie would then sell the clothes she bought to local boutiques in exchange for lunch money.
- Alys speaks fluent Spanish, French and English.
- She is happily married with two children, whom she loves to show off on her Instagram page.
- Dobbie is a strong supporter of the LGBTQ community and makes a point of highlighting her activism on social media, particularly during Pride Month.
Education : Qualifications, High School & College Info
- Dobbie attended the Tunbridge Wells Girls’ Grammar School (TWGGS) and graduated in 2001.
- She then went on to study at the University of the Arts in London and graduated with a Bachelor of Technology degree in Art and Art Studies.
- Alys also has a Certificate in Apparel and Textiles from the Goldsmiths, University of London as well as a Bachelor’s degree in Furniture Restoration and Conservation from Buckinghamshire New University.
Career, Job, Salary and Net Worth :
- After spending several years working in various odd jobs that included being Executive Assistant and Office Manager to the CEO of Cheil Worldwide, Alys decided to take the leap of faith and start her own company Nanadobbie.
- Dobbie’s career truly began in late 2005 when she started working as a self-employed antiques dealer. She started off as Managing Director for Nanadobbie. The company is based in Brighton, UK, where she currently resides. Much like she did when she was younger, Alys started buying various unique pieces from local fairs and auctions and sold many of them to designer shops.
- Dobbie’s motivation for starting the business – most of her customers are 20-somethings who are tired of flat-pack furniture that breaks after a year. At the same price, they could purchase something handcrafted that exudes heritage, which could appreciate in value over time.
- In October of 2014, Alys was approached by television producers who loved her unique pieces and quirky personality. They offered Alys the chance to appear on the RDF television program Dickinson’s Real Deal.
- Excited by the opportunity, Alys joined the show and became an on-screen antiques expert, offering viewers advice on how to pick out the best pieces to either resell or keep. She has now been a cast member of the Dickinson’s Real Deal show for well over seven years.
- Alys is also an expert in Mid-Century antiques, having spent several years working in the industry. Her expertise in this area is invaluable, as she has a deep understanding of the history and culture of these items.
- Besides all of the work she currently does, Alys is also an avid floral artist and expert who runs a business called Between Two Thorns that specialises in selling plants for weddings, offices, homes and other special events.
Interesting Facts, Height and Trivia :
- When she is not working, Alys loves to spend time with her family. She also makes her own gin and wine and loves to walk her dog on the beach.
- In July 2004, she became an ‘Antiques Diva’ for the Antiques Diva European Tour. As part of the brand, she has travelled across the country in search of quality pieces that she can resell for profit.
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