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Teen's £35k Vintage Shirt Hustle Funds Law Degree
12 Jun
Summary
- Teenager earned over £35,000 reselling vintage football shirts.
- Profits will fund her law degree, aiming for debt-free graduation.
- The online venture began from her parents' spare room during GCSEs.

An 18-year-old entrepreneur, Eleri Williams, has amassed over £35,000 by reselling vintage football shirts, a venture that began as a way to earn pocket money. The business, established during her GCSE studies, has now expanded to include a physical shop in Cardiff. Eleri's goal is to utilize these substantial profits to fund her law degree, aiming to graduate entirely debt-free.
Initially, Eleri started by selling her father's old shirts, a humble beginning that quickly "exceeded" her expectations. This initiative, encouraged by her father for her to "take a bit of initiative," transformed into a thriving enterprise. Her work has also allowed her to travel the UK and connect with other vintage shirt enthusiasts, enriching her experience beyond financial gain.