February 2011 - What have you bought this month? [Archive]

Chocolate Lips

01-02-2011, 11:48am

Few things this morning and slightly cheating, shoes were in January.

This coat (brand new on Ebay) but in bright red

http://i4.photobucket.com/albums/y129/jodiddley/DenverCoatbyFever.jpg

http://i4.photobucket.com/albums/y129/jodiddley/irregular-choice-women-s-no-place-like-home-red-special-occasion-heels-3801-16a-7-5-uk-27395553.jpg

http://i4.photobucket.com/albums/y129/jodiddley/images.jpg

http://i4.photobucket.com/albums/y129/jodiddley/Screenshot2011-02-01at114416.png

http://i4.photobucket.com/albums/y129/jodiddley/Screenshot2011-02-01at114343.png

This dress makes me look pregnant, so will probably go back :lol:

http://i4.photobucket.com/albums/y129/jodiddley/Screenshot2011-02-01at114247.png

Ordered from New Look so no idea if they are keepers yet

http://i4.photobucket.com/albums/y129/jodiddley/Screenshot2011-02-01at114022.png

http://i4.photobucket.com/albums/y129/jodiddley/Screenshot2011-02-01at114015.png

http://i4.photobucket.com/albums/y129/jodiddley/Screenshot2011-02-01at114002.png

nickimacrae

01-02-2011, 11:49am

I ordered some bits from the Toast final reductions last night, expecting to keep two of the four I think...

this is the one I :lurve: :lurve: but I suspect it's going to be a tad / small clingy...

http://www.toast.co.uk/stormsites/toast/images/products/large/C1JD2_Darkgrape.jpg?lc=en-GB&lv=20

The back is cute too!

http://media.toast.co.uk/stormsites/toast/images/products/large/C1JD2_2.jpg?lc=en-GB&lv=20

This is fine wool and if it fits well I recon will be a good 'does many jobs' dress...

http://www.toast.co.uk/stormsites/toast/images/products/large/C1BW2_Black.jpg?lc=en-GB&lv=20

Not sure about the neck but loved the fabric...

http://www.toast.co.uk/stormsites/toast/images/products/large/C1PL2_Auberginemulti.jpg?lc=en-GB&lv=20

http://www.toast.co.uk/stormsites/toast/images/products/large/C1EM2_Blacklapis.jpg?lc=en-GB&lv=20

nickimacrae

01-02-2011, 11:50am

OMG CL those union jack shoes are TDF!! :lurve:

And I LOVE the sound / idea of the coat in red!! :clap:

L66TTY

01-02-2011, 11:57am

CL I need that ebay user name NOW that coat is Perfect beyond perfect!!!

Elle Driver

01-02-2011, 12:05pm

http://i4.photobucket.com/albums/y129/jodiddley/irregular-choice-women-s-no-place-like-home-red-special-occasion-heels-3801-16a-7-5-uk-27395553.jpg

http://i4.photobucket.com/albums/y129/jodiddley/Screenshot2011-02-01at114416.png

Love this skirt and the shoes look soo cute! What's the heel like?

donna-j

01-02-2011, 12:09pm

Oh Nicki, nice dresses. I may have to go and look at the Toast site again.

These from Debs with a 20% off code. I have been basket dancing with the Phase Eight cowl cardi for months.

http://debenhams.scene7.com/is/image/Debenhams/54510_401009109?$PSPMedium$

No idea where I would ever wear this so it will prob go back:
http://debenhams.scene7.com/is/image/Debenhams/038010382060?$PSPMedium$

This cardi. 100% cashmere for £14.

http://debenhams.scene7.com/is/image/Debenhams/038010371765?$PSPMedium$

Chocolate Lips

01-02-2011, 12:18pm

Love this skirt and the shoes look soo cute! What's the heel like?

It's a big chunky heel.

http://i4.photobucket.com/albums/y129/jodiddley/Screenshot2011-02-01at121602.png

Forgot I bought the matching bag too (which is actually HUGE!).

http://i4.photobucket.com/albums/y129/jodiddley/Screenshot2011-02-01at121556.png

Chocolate Lips

01-02-2011, 12:18pm

CL I need that ebay user name NOW that coat is Perfect beyond perfect!!!

Unfortunately it was just a random person selling a coat, will let you know if I see another!

Chocolate Lips

01-02-2011, 12:19pm

OMG CL those union jack shoes are TDF!! :lurve:

And I LOVE the sound / idea of the coat in red!! :clap:

I should really multi-quote :lol: I'm going to wear the shoes for the Royal Wedding (obviously I'll be invited...)

L66TTY

01-02-2011, 12:21pm

where was the coat from originally CL????

bluestar

01-02-2011, 01:45pm

http://media.dorothyperkins.com/wcsstore/DorothyPerkins/images/catalog/98401501_4_small.jpg

I've been trying not to buy a new coat this season but my one from last year really is looking too tatty now.

http://media.dorothyperkins.com/wcsstore/DorothyPerkins/images/catalog/05199454_small.jpg

Hoping this will last me through spring at least

http://media.evans.co.uk/wcsstore/Evans/images/catalog/21A07JNEU_thumb.jpg

Still deciding on these..

Lomie

01-02-2011, 03:50pm

http://www.toast.co.uk/stormsites/toast/images/products/large/C1PL2_Auberginemulti.jpg?lc=en-GB&lv=20

I love the tartan pattern and colours!!!

Oh dear, I seem to have sheeped Shiny and bought the Plumo jacket because its LEOPARD and I cannot resist, it isnt here yet so I am waiting with baited breath!

onelasttime

01-02-2011, 04:28pm

http://i4.photobucket.com/albums/y129/jodiddley/images.jpg

these are lush! where are they from please??

Jayne of the Jungle

01-02-2011, 04:32pm

I love these shoes & have been lusting after them for ages. I like your idea of them being `Royal Wedding perfect`, I was planning on getting the darker colourway to wear with a sober work suit.

Chocolate Lips

01-02-2011, 04:36pm

Shoes are from Irregular Choice - not sure if they are current stock or not! They are so comfy.

Tinkle

01-02-2011, 04:41pm

They are :lurve:, were where they from?

ETA, just seen post.

Chocolate Lips

01-02-2011, 04:42pm

I'm thinking of getting a lovely red dress to wear with them.

Pancake01

01-02-2011, 04:42pm

Nice bits Chocolate Lips. I have the black new look dress, but in the pattern of your skirt. It fits me like a dream and I love the neckline of it. Also love the shoes.

Chocolate Lips

01-02-2011, 04:59pm

I was toying with the dress (& have ordered it) but I've bought so many dresses recently I figured the skirt might be wiser choice. Will probably end up keeping both!

Toosh

01-02-2011, 08:14pm

I love that tartan dress Nicki and I have a black one just like that black one which I've worn loads. Lovely cardi Donna and I have a black skirt like that CL and it's a great shape :thumb:

katkinn

01-02-2011, 08:43pm

L66ty so pleased you got some boots you love and Dr Spouse, hope yours live up to your expectation! It's so awful to want something but not be able to find it.

Chocolate Lips, shopping up a storm :clap: Love the last little black belted dress - very classic. Will be something you'll have for ages - really easy to drag out for so so many occasions. Love dresses like that! And super cute shoes.

Nicki - hope your Toast things live up to your expectations. Fab fab bargains as the quality (ime) is just fantastic. You can almost see how they can justify their original prices actually, unlike quite a few HS places :yeahright: Particularly love the tartan dress. They're all so so you though :bow:

donna - hope your stuff is fab. That cardigan is a completely bargain!

Bluestar really lovely little colour palette you've got going on there. All should be really useful for mixing and matching and taking you through Spring :ellie:

Good going for Day One girls!

Minky

01-02-2011, 09:04pm

Oh CL, I just :lurve: those Union jack shoes :bow:.

I have a tulle skirt very similar to that, it's been such a good buy :nod:.

Also love that last dress in particular. Good haul!

Nicki, nice dresses, spesh love the plain black one.

Donna, bargain of the YEAR with that cashmere cardi, really lovely :thumb:

Dr Spouse

01-02-2011, 09:06pm

Well my boots arrived (ridiculously large packaging), they are definitely marmite. They are super comfy surprisingly, but the heels are higher than I'm used to and they are also ever so dark, hence emphasising the heels rather than the boots. So they are going back (in their stupidly large box, which I posted a photo of on FB cos I'm sad).

*Holly*

01-02-2011, 09:46pm

Are these a million miles away from the boots that Katkinn has? Just saw them and thought of whoevs! They arent my bag im afraid so apologies if I am way off the mark!

http://cdn.kurtgeiger.com/dynamic/eshop/product_images/thumbnail_cache/474x427/1474900109-1-carvela-smitten-black-wedges-fashion.jpg

Lomie

02-02-2011, 11:34am

I like them Holly!!! I still lust after the Madonnas though-I so wish I had just bought them full price now.:cry:

Sparkly

02-02-2011, 11:37am

Love the tulle skirt, black bow shoes & clutch CL!

Nicki I adore the last dress - is it navy? With blue embroidery. And the tartan one looks like it was made for you! :bow:

laurasaurus

02-02-2011, 11:42am

I'm not buying this month but did accidentally pick up a jumpsuit from Next yesterday:

http://www.next.co.uk/shopping/women/casualwear/49/3?extra=sch&n=women&pid=996-840&returnurl=%2fsearch%2fsearch%3fp%3dQ%26lbc%3dnext% 26uid%3d199187717%26ts%3dv8%26w%3djumpsuit%26af%3d %26method%3dand%26filter%3dsubset%253a4201%26nxtv% 3d0%26nxti%3d0%23996%2d840&bct=%26quot%3bJumpsuit%26quot%3b

Which I think I *might* wear out on Saturday night - I'm out for a friend's birthday and I've not been out with this crowd before and apparently they get quite dressed up so thought this might fit the bill - I'm just worried about being cold as its quite thin and, obviously :doh:, strapless... I'm so used to smart casual London dress that dressing up for a night out stumps me!!!

Oh, and I got these in a 6 which are a tiny bit too big so I'm hoping they have some half sizes in stock when I take then back at lunch...

http://www.next.co.uk/shopping/women/shoesandboots/22/10?extra=sch&n=women&pid=718-856&returnurl=%2fsearch%2fsearch%3fp%3dQ%26lbc%3dnext% 26uid%3d199187717%26ts%3dv8%26w%3dnude%26af%3d%26m ethod%3dand%26filter%3dsubset%253a4201%26nxtv%3d0% 26nxti%3d0%23718%2d856&bct=%26quot%3bNude%26quot%3b

Lomie

02-02-2011, 11:49am

I like the jumpsuit Laura, I have wanted one since last year but I don't know if I could get one that suits me? I think that will look fab on you and I think its one of those outfits that will fit in anywhere, easily dressed up too.

laurasaurus

02-02-2011, 11:51am

Thanks hon, that was what I was thinking - it will be good for nights out but also can be dressed down for summer day events! The thing that sold it for me was the wide legs, all the ones I saw last summer had hareem bottoms which really don't suit my chunky legs!!! :kiss:

Bluebabe75

02-02-2011, 04:55pm

Laura - I really like the jumpsuit. Wish I was the right shape to wear one - not going to happen though :happyno:

Got this today - rewarding myself for getting to my 10% goal on WW :grin:

http://debenhams.scene7.com/is/image/Debenhams/002010450603?$PSPMedium$

katkinn

02-02-2011, 04:58pm

BB congratulations on your weight loss :ellie: Definitely deserve a treat!

Laura love that jumpsuit. I'm liking the idea of wearing it dress down definitely. (I'm too tall to wear most wide legged ones at night with heels - nothing more hideous that M&S online stylee too short trousers :no:) Really useful, definitely. I'm sure Dita got (or did and returned maybe - who can keep up? :teehee:) those shoes. Gorgeous colour.

Holly they are in a similar vein to mine although at the same time very different. Oh Lomie :higgies: Can you not find them at full price anymore? If it's any consolation, they do actually say Limited Edition on the Ash label. Very different from my other Ash hi tops.

Dr Spouse

02-02-2011, 05:05pm

Well, I am now trying to buy 3 pairs of shoes from Aldo, but the 10% off voucher doesn't work.

:hissyfit:

Lomie

02-02-2011, 05:41pm

Oh Lomie :higgies: Can you not find them at full price anymore? If it's any consolation, they do actually say Limited Edition on the Ash label. Very different from my other Ash hi tops.

no, I can only find 40's. I dont/didn't know much about the Ash brand so if I had been a bit more savvy I could have got them in the sale easily as I didnt even realise they had 2 London stores! it's not meant to be unless some ever go on Ebay!!:hissyfit:

you know, when I was a kid I was obsessed with shoes and I havent changed when something really catches my eye!!:lol:

Lomie

02-02-2011, 05:44pm

Well, I am now trying to buy 3 pairs of shoes from Aldo, but the 10% off voucher doesn't work.

:hissyfit:

you should get 10% off if you sign up to their newsletter.

jobey

02-02-2011, 06:51pm

Just bought this vest from All Saints, i like it in black too but i'm trying to be good! Off to look at what everyone else has bought now.

http://images.allsaints.com/downloads/Image/product/large/WTH469-60-1.jpg

Oh i had my despatch notice from Toast yesterday so fingers crossed my tunic should arrive tomorrow.

Figgy

02-02-2011, 07:10pm

Laura - I've ordered that jumpsuit from Next in Tall, but i'm still waiting (3 weeks later) for it to arrive, plus some other bits.

loving the top bluebabe. congrats on the weight loss.

*Holly*

02-02-2011, 07:14pm

LOve that top Jobey, was it in the sale? Im a sucker for anything with a skull on it!!

I ordered this from Great Plains, found a discount code so was only £13.50, have been after a black jersey dress for ages, fingers crossed its an actual dress rather than just a top!

http://media.greatplains.co.uk/stormsites/gp/images/products/medium/J1AW4.jpg?lc=en-GB&lv=9

Sam

02-02-2011, 07:25pm

Dr Spouse

02-02-2011, 07:26pm

you should get 10% off if you sign up to their newsletter.
Turns out the link I had was for Canada, I've now got the right one.

I've ordered
http://www.aldoshoes.com/static/webUpload/731/26_kegerries_36_2.jpg

http://www.aldoshoes.com/static/webUpload/731/26_lubbs_28_2.jpg

http://www.aldoshoes.com/static/webUpload/731/26_pastorin_28_2.jpg

shinyaholic

02-02-2011, 07:32pm

Oh dear, I seem to have sheeped Shiny and bought the Plumo jacket because its LEOPARD and I cannot resist, it isnt here yet so I am waiting with baited breath!

Whoop whoop! Mine was dispatched on Monday but no sign of it just yet.

jobey

02-02-2011, 07:44pm

LOve that top Jobey, was it in the sale? Im a sucker for anything with a skull on it!!

I thought it was but it wasn't! £15 though so it's not going to break the bank :tongue: I saw a pic of one on here which had ribs on it which i would love but i haven't seen it in stock online :no:. I can't remember now who posted the pic.

Love the dress you bought, i'd love to wear something like that, just need to lose a few pounds first!

Laura, love the look of that jumpsuit. May order that at some stage!

Lomie

02-02-2011, 07:49pm

Whoop whoop! Mine was dispatched on Monday but no sign of it just yet.

Yes Shiny I blame you for making me order it, I should have a leopard print filter on here so tha I'm not tempted!

crazyinlove

02-02-2011, 07:53pm

Awesome top Jobey!

I bought this bag from Primark. (Too lazy to take a pic so cropped this one originally from http://schoee.blogspot.com/)

http://i1131.photobucket.com/albums/m558/crazyinlove85/image-2.jpg

FiBe

02-02-2011, 08:38pm

Peony

02-02-2011, 09:38pm

bluestar

02-02-2011, 09:38pm

FiBe - I LOVE that swallow scarf :lust: - it's from Warehouse isn't it ?? If I bought that DH would divorce me I swear ! He's already said I have far too many scarves.

Bluebabe I love that and well done on your 10%

Some lovely other things too.

I've just had these drop into my basket from Boden

http://lh6.ggpht.com/_ytjK6mPwr6w/TUnPRADoQxI/AAAAAAAAAdM/Stw4Gvm6Y6Q/s512/11WSPR_WL590_DBL.jpg

http://www.boden.co.uk/productimages/productHomeLarge/10WAUT_AD063_GRY.jpg

FiBe

02-02-2011, 09:51pm

FiBe - I LOVE that swallow scarf :lust: - it's from Warehouse isn't it ?? If I bought that DH would divorce me I swear ! He's already said I have far too many scarves.]

Yes its Warehouse I mentioned this on the what are you wearing thread but they accidentally sent me two swallow scarves so erm I didn't actually pay for it :blush: shhhh! Bad FiBe!!!

I'd really like the swallow blouse in blue but missed it in the Asos sale :boo: not prepared to pay £55 for it .............yet!

Cymber

03-02-2011, 07:59am

FiBe - I LOVE that swallow scarf :lust: - it's from Warehouse isn't it ?? If I bought that DH would divorce me I swear ! He's already said I have far too many scarves.

Erm excuse me...

http://www.boden.co.uk/productimages/productHomeLarge/10WAUT_AD063_GRY.jpg

:teehee: ;0)

Cymber

03-02-2011, 08:00am

I like the AS vest you have ordered Jobey - I like the quirky play on a normal skull print. I similarly like their Wolverine (I think it's called) skull, which is a woodland print that looks like a skull.

bluestar

03-02-2011, 08:59am

Erm excuse me...

:teehee: ;0)

Ok ok !! :oops: :laff:

In my defence it was only £8 in the sale not £22 and I'm hoping DH won't notice !

donna-j

03-02-2011, 10:21am

There are some good Great Plains bargains on Brand Alley today too. I ordered two knitted dresses, reduced to £12 each. I had a £10 referral code so they came to about £19 inc postage.

ditab

03-02-2011, 10:54am

:clap: Wow, good work, ladies, lots of lovely buys here :grin:

I exchanged my IO coat for the winter white one :nod: I'm really pleased with it - it's a really good fit and the arms are super long :thumb: It's more cream than white so much more versatile than I was anticipating.
http://resources.shopstyle.com/sim/79/68/7968345c00ec0e41044d46d40086efdc/isabella-oliver-coats-isabella-oliver-365-the-crombie-coat.jpg

And because it needs a scarf :oops: :rolleyes: :cute: :teehee:
http://debenhams.scene7.com/is/image/Debenhams/3063057901?$PSPMedium$
Used PL2P for 20% off at Debenhams and SHD1 for free delivery (although that code is only supposed to be used by cardholders :shh:)

donna-j

03-02-2011, 10:56am

I keep being so tempted by that swallow scarf, even though I have tried it on twice and the colour does nothing for me. I wear a scarf 'against' my face so I can wear black (as that does nothing for me too) so there is no point if the colour is wrong :cry:

Tigerpants

03-02-2011, 10:59am

Great buys Fibe :nod:

Bluestar you are so funny :lol:

Bluebabe good for you on your 10% :woohoo:

Dita - I have serious, serious coat envy :greenmonstersmilie:

I am so trying not to buy anything at the moment but I do feel the need for another maxi skirt as I'm loving wearing mine again today :nod:

Minky

03-02-2011, 11:06am

Lovely coat Dita :lurve: and will look so fab with that scarf.

Fibe, lovely lovely things! Those scarves are all gorgeous :lurve:, esp the paisley one :lurve:.

I'm with TP on trying not to buy, though I'm not sure how long I'm going to be able to resist the lure of the Boden catalogue! :scared: :laff:

ETA I just love that cable hat :lurve:, I SO wish I could wear one of those and look cool, rather than an utter dork :cry:, I just adore them!

donna-j

03-02-2011, 11:12am

My Debenhams cashmere cardi came and is tiny. The dress didn't arrive - they sent a summer top instead :rant:. Both going back.

Elle Driver

03-02-2011, 11:33am

I ordered this from Great Plains, found a discount code so was only £13.50, have been after a black jersey dress for ages, fingers crossed its an actual dress rather than just a top!

http://media.greatplains.co.uk/stormsites/gp/images/products/medium/J1AW4.jpg?lc=en-GB&lv=9

Ooh I am tempted by this - but as a longline top as all of my just frickin' shrink and end up as tops :rant:

Deets, glad you swapped it for the cream, you can tell how much you love it.

I love the swallow scarf but I'm actually going off scarves :faint: and am going to get into necklaces again this s/s.

I bought this for DD1 in TKMaxx the other day but plan on nicking it myself :grin:

http://www.tkmaxx.com/content/ebiz/tkmaxx/invt/m./o./J./18048874/18048874_large.jpg

Whoops super big :doh:

ditab

03-02-2011, 11:49am

Lovely necklace, Elle. Is it choker length?

I forgot to add :doh: I ordered these two rose gold bits from ASOS the other day - they were reduced then but they're full price now :puzzled:
The chain on this is really, really long:
http://cf2.polyvoreimg.com/thing.27960727.l.jpg

Hairband
http://cf2.polyvoreimg.com/thing.28886301.l.jpg

Elle Driver

03-02-2011, 12:00pm

Oh I adore that hairband, sooo cute :heartbeat:

The necklace isn't a choker, no. but it is short, sort of rests just on my clav :lol:

Dr Spouse

03-02-2011, 12:17pm

OK I've had a bit of an M&S Sale brain dump, mainly cardigans!

http://ecx.images-amazon.com/images/I/41b5p98iXbL._SX85_SH35_.jpg

http://ecx.images-amazon.com/images/I/41Q4ksA8vNL._SX85_SH35_.jpg

http://ecx.images-amazon.com/images/I/51QjQdEML-L._SX85_SH35_.jpg

http://ecx.images-amazon.com/images/I/51phvP8pMlL._SX85_SH35_.jpg

http://ecx.images-amazon.com/images/I/41i1krSD6bL._SX85_SH35_.jpg

http://ecx.images-amazon.com/images/I/41XhM1rL6vL._SX85_SH35_.jpg

Plus an exciting sports bra and two thrilling fleece tops for running. Sorry for tiny images, can't work out how to get bigger ones off their sites. Why don't retailers realise how important web forums are in their marketing???!

Supposed to arrive Sat (got a free delivery code for nominated day over £150 FREENDAY).

Apparently my final two pairs of Next shoes, which require a signature, have been left by my greenhouse. I can only assume that the bay tree signed for them.

Pippin

03-02-2011, 01:21pm

http://184.72.239.143/mu/5615c678-c002-9489.jpg
http://184.72.239.143/mu/5615c678-c00f-2f9c.jpg
http://184.72.239.143/mu/5615c678-c01b-5ca4.jpg
http://184.72.239.143/mu/5615c678-c02a-8486.jpg
http://184.72.239.143/mu/5615c678-c036-7c2c.jpg
http://184.72.239.143/mu/5615c678-c041-1d9c.jpg
http://184.72.239.143/mu/5615c678-c04d-7ed8.jpg
http://184.72.239.143/mu/5615c678-c058-93f3.jpg
http://184.72.239.143/mu/5615c678-c064-a65d.jpg
http://184.72.239.143/mu/5615c678-c06f-451f.jpg

Love all of these :lurve:
that swallow scarf is gorgeous, I keep eyeing it up, but I'm just far too messy to even contemplate it :teehee:

Awesome top Jobey!

I bought this bag from Primark. (Too lazy to take a pic so cropped this one originally from http://schoee.blogspot.com/)

http://i1131.photobucket.com/albums/m558/crazyinlove85/image-2.jpg

That is lovely :lurve: I wish we had a Primark near me :meh:

The pink bag I got is too small, but I'm trying to save atm anyway so :shrug:
I got this scarf from Debenhams for £6, I'd been eyeing it up for a while, I really like it :nod:

http://debenhams.scene7.com/is/image/Debenhams/025010330962?$PSPMedium$

Sparkly

03-02-2011, 02:36pm

Whoa Deets you is brave! :grin: Tres glam - will be amazing against your lovely dark hair. :flirt:

Weeeellll, am I last to receive my Toast tunic? Hmmm.... must admit my first reaction was that it looks a bit BHS :oops: :lol:

Pros:
Looks nice from the front
Quality is really lovely
Bit darker than looks online - true bone rather than cream
Olive stripe matches my trousers exactly (happened to be wearing when it arrived)
Glad I didn't size down as needed my usual size for hips/bum :oops:

Cons:
I'd prefer it a bit more fitted, esp the arms and back
Lots of fabric at back of waist/upper body, which isn't hugely flattering imo.

Verdict: Keep! Mainly as the quality is truly exceptional imo. I'm just not used to wearing loose fit things, so need to get my head around that! And it will be nice as a hidey top as Spands used to call them. :lol: Plus it looks nice with a skinny tan plaited belt around the upper waist, if the bagginess does do my head in. :tongue:

Am actually wishing I'd ordered a couple more things to try, now that I know how lovely the quality is, but £4.95 p&p twice in one month - :happyno: !!

:dizzy:

And there endeth my thinking out loud process. :praise:

L66TTY

03-02-2011, 02:40pm

I splashed out on a few basics yesterday
http://www.fatface.com/content/ebiz/fatface/invt/29422/29422_c_s.jpg (http://www.fatface.com/trousers-jeans-and-shorts/skinny-stretch-denim-jeans/invt/29422/)
Fat face skinnies
http://cdn.next.co.uk/Common/Items/Default/Default/ItemImages/Search/970091.jpg
slobbing out in jeans
http://media.dorothyperkins.com/wcsstore/DorothyPerkins/images/catalog/56284227_thumb.jpg (http://www.dorothyperkins.com/webapp/wcs/stores/servlet/ProductDisplay?beginIndex=0&viewAllFlag=&catalogId=33053&storeId=12552&productId=2175412&langId=-1&sort_field=Relevance&categoryId=208763&parent_categoryId=208610&sort_field=Relevance&pageSize=20)
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Elle Driver

03-02-2011, 03:45pm

Sparks still not got mine. I am not too optimistic now, given that I am a 10 up top and a 10-12 down below. MEH :lol: I think it will be all the wrong proportions on me. Hey ho :shootme:

shinyaholic

03-02-2011, 04:00pm

This thread is moving so fast, excellent work :lol: Particular shout outs to CiL's satchel, Deets cream coat and rose gold jewellery and ED's stolen necklace.

My Plumo leopard jacket arrived and I love it :lurve: When I first opened the parcel I was a bit :ohno: as it wasn't as bold a print as I'd hoped, but the fabric is gorgeously soft and when I tried it on it looked fab and probably suited me more than a bolder print would have done.

I've ordered these two camisoles to layer with cardigans and my lace skirt for Spring. I had £40 of MW loyalty points to use so they were effectively buy one get one free :geek:

http://resources.shopstyle.com/xim/f0/08/f008aa7446b0474838ca48944281d6b5.jpg

http://resources.shopstyle.com/xim/24/68/2468b00765544b564cfbcd526e2b5c15.jpg

I was hoping they'd be on NAP too as their model shots are so much nicer, but sadly not so you'll have to imagine how nice they really are :lol:

shining star

03-02-2011, 04:10pm

Sparks still not got mine. I am not too optimistic now, given that I am a 10 up top and a 10-12 down below. MEH :lol: I think it will be all the wrong proportions on me. Hey ho :shootme:

I'm a similar shape and find that with a lot of those shaped tops / tunics, they gape massively around the waist and back on me.

CiL can't believe that satchel is from Primark :faint:

Dita that coat is fab, but I hate to put a downer on the coat / scarf combo......I don't think it will go :meh: The scarf is very white and I just don't think it would go with the cream of the coat?

Sparkly

03-02-2011, 04:26pm

given that I am a 10 up top and a 10-12 down below. MEH :lol: I'd say I am too atm. Your hips/bum look teeny in the pics you've posted recently, more like a size 8! Def don't think you're any bigger than me. :happyno:

jobey

03-02-2011, 04:50pm

My tunic arrived too and I like it for all the reasons Sparkly said :) wish it was a bit tighter on the arms but on the whole I like it.

If anyone has a size 12 (or even a 10) in the greeny one that they're going to send back could you please let me know?

Will check all the recent purchases later when I'm back on my laptop, blummin internet connection has gone down again and browsing on my blackberry is not the same!

scotgal

03-02-2011, 05:18pm

Just had a look online and the green one appears to be back in stock (only size 16 oos), I had checked last night but most were oos then. Hope this helps!

Loving the thread, very inspirational, although my bank account (or husband!) won't be so impressed!!!

ditab

03-02-2011, 05:23pm

The necklace isn't a choker, no. but it is short, sort of rests just on my clav :lol:

"clav" :teehee:

Dita that coat is fab, but I hate to put a downer on the coat / scarf combo......I don't think it will go :meh: The scarf is very white and I just don't think it would go with the cream of the coat?

Oh, it was such a lame justification, though :shootme: :teehee: You should be getting commission as it's your pics that made me reeeeeeeeally want the scarf :thumb: tbh, I anticipate wearing it more with casual coats - it will be great with my parkas & stuff. The IO coat has buttons which mean that my delicate scarves (which rarely see the light of day as I'm nervous of getting them caught in zippers) can get a few outings :thumb:

Whoa Deets you is brave! :grin: Tres glam - will be amazing against your lovely dark hair. :flirt:

Thanks :kiss:

I've had a cream coat before which I managed to keep fairly clean so I'm optimistic about this one :fingerscrossed:

I'm sure you'll wear the Toast tunic, even if it's just for knocking about it and not out-out iyswim. It feels so lovely on :nod:

If they've still got it in stock in your size, you could always return the original (you should get your original postage costs refunded as you're returning the whole order) and re-order along with some other bits :shh: Did you get a Free Returns sticker with your order? And hasn't it come down a bit in price since we ordered? I can really recommend the double faced t-shirt I ordered - it's lovely, a fab length for tallies :thumb: (although I suppose you're only average height at 5ft8 :tongue: :lol:)

Yay on your jacket, Shiny, and fab MW bargains :clap:

ditab

03-02-2011, 05:28pm

OMG, I can't believe I forgot a purchase :doh: I bought a pair of boots on my way to pick up Max from school :oops: Half price in Clarks. And the size 8 fits :cheer2: :lol:
http://assets.clarksmcr.com/products/2/0/3/20341436_A_p.jpg

So that's 3 pairs of boots in a month :oops: but they were all heavily reduced and totally make up for the fact that I don't think I bought any boots in 2010 :scratchchin: I'd check my spreadsheet :geek: but my laptop is on its last legs and I don't want to launch anything until I run a backup.

Tigerpants

03-02-2011, 05:31pm

http://www.uggaustralia.com/images/products/150/1955-CHE_150.jpg

Ahem Dita!!!!

:lol:

Sparkly

03-02-2011, 05:32pm

DITA!!!!!!!!! :multiplespanksmiley: :tongue:

Loving those boots (& your rationale!) - if an 8 fits you then a 7 might do me.... hmmm.....

ditab

03-02-2011, 05:41pm

DITA!!!!!!!!! :multiplespanksmiley: :tongue:

Loving those boots (& your rationale!) - if an 8 fits you then a 7 might do me.... hmmm.....

:oops: :teehee:

TP :clap: Yay :cheer2: Did you get a bargain somewhere? I love mine :lurve: They're so comfortable and, actually, I've yet to see anybody else in them :scratchchin: (perhaps that's not a good thing, though :doh: :lol:)

Tigerpants

03-02-2011, 05:48pm

:oops: :teehee:

TP :clap: Yay :cheer2: Did you get a bargain somewhere? I love mine :lurve: They're so comfortable and, actually, I've yet to see anybody else in them :scratchchin: (perhaps that's not a good thing, though :doh: :lol:)

:no: it was in response to you wondering whether you had bought boots in 2010 - I wish I had a pair they are :lust:

ditab

03-02-2011, 05:49pm

:no: it was in response to you wondering whether you had bought boots in 2010 - I wish I had a pair they are :lust:

:doh::oops::doh::oops: I had actually forgotten all about those - I miss my spreadsheet :cry:

I've got the black suede ones, I think that's why it didn't occur to me immediately what your point was :lol:

Tigerpants

03-02-2011, 05:54pm

Sorry :oops:

Am trying to post a pic of the black suede ones but its not showing up :puzzled:

katkinn

03-02-2011, 05:58pm

Jobey cool vest. If it was £15 was it from their vintage section? I didn't think you could get anything At All in AS for £15! That's a fab buy.

Holly hope your black vest dress suits - so fab to find something you've been after for ages, and at such a bargain price too :woohoo:

Dr Spouse, love the first brogues you chose :lurve: Really really lovely. Do let me know if you wouldn't mind, what the leather is like? I'm looking for that buttery almost pigskin type leather iykwim!

CIL that briefcase is just bloody fantastic! :bow:

FiBe loving your cable knit hats. I live in them in the winter. Super warm!

bluestar cute breton top. You can never have too many breton tops imho :lol: oh and ditto scarves!

oh Dita that coat is just lovely lovely lovely. So much more stunning than the black (although I adored the olive :lurve:) But the winter white is just a total stunner. I have to say I agree with SS though and think you'll need to carry on scarf shopping. Crumpet must have something somewhere, no? :teehee: Actually have you seen the Lola Rose scarves? They have them in HofF and I think they are so so cute. Really really cute and gorgeous quality. Also love that rose gold necklace.

ED :teehee: at you buying R something and then keeping it! Having said that I was tempted to wear M's scarf tomorrow.

Pippin cute scarf and Donna what a total bummer on the sale things :-( I was looking at the dregs of the Phase Eight sale yesterday and there's still some stuff that only has a couple of quid off. Honestly you wouldn't have got much less off buying it months ago full price but with one of their discount codes :rolleyes: A £60 jumper for £39? Bugger off! That's a sale price Week one!

Sparkly yay you for keeping the tunic! Isn't the quality just amazing.

Dita - :woohoo: MORE boots!!! I'm on a boots ban now even though I'm lusting after a pair of so not needed RI ones I saw on ASOS earlier. And what happened to your spreadsheet?????!!!

Peony

03-02-2011, 06:04pm

Love the boots Dita. The ones I bought last month are the same heel/shape. Also love the rose gold stuff and gorgeous coat.

My Primmers dress arrived today thanks to the lovely Toosh. Can't wait to wear it. Do you think I could wear it with black tights and cardi now even with the beach scene on it?

Katoid

03-02-2011, 06:26pm

Awww so so many lovely things! Dita, I'm so chuffed for you that you got the White coat, it is so beautiful..

Cil gorg bag!

Fibe - great accessories :)

Sparks, really glad you love your leopard coat it is beyond beautiful! I adore it *thumbsup*

I got my stunning skirt in the post today thanks to the darling Toosh and omg it's just gorgeous- I tried it on for DH and he said I looked beautiful (I know puke lol) Toosh send me your details please so I can pay you!

Katoid

03-02-2011, 06:27pm

Eta Peony yes I def think you can wear it like that now! Gorgeous!

*SarahR*

03-02-2011, 07:01pm

Dita, how quickly have your IO deliveries come! I haven't even had a dispatch notice yet, and you've managed to return one and get a replacement! I am wondering whether they actually are going to send me one. I don't suppose I shall cry if I don't get one, but I keep thinking of all the ways that I could wear it, so I would like it.

I am going to go back and look at the other buys now because I can't keep up!

Lomie

03-02-2011, 07:02pm

gosh this thread moves fast, some nice buys on here already!!!
Shiny-good news on the jacket you made me buy, I am waiting with baited breath for mine!!love the camis too!!

I need to slow right down now but.............

this vintage lace jacket from Ebay-vinatge doesnt count, I bought this a few weeks ago
http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v475/Lomie/B-DSTIgWkKGrHqUOKo4EyjC0PqmBM7kuT0w0_3.jpg

and this TS tee after seeing on this brilliant blog (BLAIRONABUDGET)and then randomly on Jenny whatserface on Snog Marry Avoid
http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v475/Lomie/tsnecklacetop.jpg

and a parka from La Redoute,actually I had a result with this as I ordered it and thought it was a bit pricey for the quality of it so was about the send it back and then saw it reduced online and rang and asked if they would refund me the difference and they did! I'm amazed they did!! Anyway this might shut me up going on about the RI one I wanted, its not as nice but fills that gap left by my old parkas!!!
http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v475/Lomie/5X_32418_6049_3241860490002_002.jpg

geek_kitten

03-02-2011, 07:10pm

Good buys, Lomster!

I'm in suit buying mode; my old one is really showing its decade and I'm sick of it anyway. I have a few in my sights on Ebay....but they all have ages to go, which is bad because I want to buy them NOW!

Figgy

03-02-2011, 07:12pm

I've got these on a whim to go with a couple of purpley dresses I have.

http://www.schuh.co.uk/images/product/115201/1152013640_main.jpg

just one question - do you think they'll be ok with black/grey things too? I fancied a change from black boots & shoes & I haven't owned anything other than flats for years

I think it comes from wearing dresses for the whole of December(dressember) & realising I always had the same boots on & wanting to make one outfit look different with different shoes.

ditab

03-02-2011, 07:15pm

Nice parka, Lomie :thumb: and not quite as 'everywhere' as the RI one :nod:

Dita, how quickly have your IO deliveries come! I haven't even had a dispatch notice yet, and you've managed to return one and get a replacement! I am wondering whether they actually are going to send me one. I don't suppose I shall cry if I don't get one, but I keep thinking of all the ways that I could wear it, so I would like it.

I was surprised at the second order coming so fast, tbh. It arrived the next day :thumb: (although I didn't get a dispatch email for it). I don't know why your order is taking so long, though. It's annoying because the sale is now off the site so you can't check the stock levels. Give them a ring tomorrow :nod:

ETA My second coat wasn't a replacement. I placed a new order (and paid the HUGE delivery charge :faint:) and am awaiting a refund for the original :nod:

ditab

03-02-2011, 07:17pm

Figgy, I love those :lurve: They're HP Noellas aren't they? The red ones remind me SO much of a pair of shoes I had when I was 12 - I was so tempted to order them for old times' sake but I would never wear them now as they're not really my style. I do think they're lovely though.

Purple & grey go really well together and you could definitely wear them with black :thumb:

calgal

03-02-2011, 07:49pm

Peony - you can defo wear the dress as described! Glad you love it!

Dita - fab coat and those boots are great too! Oh and the rose gold necklace :nod:

Sparkly - i am still waiting on my toast tunic, i only got a despatch notice yesterday, despite ordering on the 24th Jan :brainache:

Blonde Girl

03-02-2011, 08:18pm

Great buys girls.

Shiny really pleased the plumo coat is a winner, it looks gorgeous. Bet you cant wait now Lomie :lol:

Deets, fab coat - i love winter white coats, I had a gorgeous LK Bennet one a few years ago that was just :lurve: only sold it when I gave up work as it was a bit big and I figured it didn't suit life as a SAHM :happyno:

Also love the little hairband :nod:

Figgy, those shoes are super cute, i would definitely wear those now with grey and black. Infact I think they would look gorgeous with light grey opaque tights :nod:

Lomie, I had a look at that parka as well, I want something a bit warmer for the school run, i have got an o'neill snowboarding one, but it's not exactly attractive :happyno: :lol:

Can't remember if I posted my verdict on the DP denim stuff...kept the skirt, it's lovely and perfectly 70s mum ish :lol: (it even smells authentically 70's - eau de charity shop for some reason :loco:). Planning on wearing it with little t's and some NL tan 70s style sandals I bought last year.

The wide legs were :zombie: can't express why, but they just looked horrid. One pair was too big and one was too short - despite both allegedly being the same size :shrug:

Also my Plumo dress has arrived :grin: the quality is amazing, it feels lovely and expensive. You can see why it was £90 originally :faint:. I have tried it on quickly over the top I had on earlier and it certainly has potential to be a keeper :nod: it's quite fitted - ok, tight :lol: - though so I need to try it on over just a bra and jeans and make sure I am not too muffin top esque first :nod: I really hope it looks good on, as off it is just :lurve:. Lovely and long too, I know I am short :wink:, but I would def be able to wear it as a dress. Although the fabric is v thick so not sure if I could wear it in the summer with bare legs as I think it might be a bit hot.s

Went shopping today and got a few bits, was meant to be meeting KK but she was poorly so me and the babies went shopping all alone :cry::lol:

Will post this and then edit though as when Pigo and get pics from another tab I sometimes lose unposted posts atm and this has taken me ages to type :lol:

Blonde Girl

03-02-2011, 08:33pm

Took too long to type the edit so have had to start a new post instead......

Got this scarf (yes I know another scarf :oops:) in the sale at DPs

http://db.tt/uOyTzmA

It's more a purply berry mix irl though, looks more red in the pic. Was only a fiver :thumb:

These 70s style wide legs, they are from DPs, but unlike the other ones I ordered they are :lurve: i really liked them with the breton I had on today actually.

DPs have obv been taking lessons from Marks actually as feck me they look MINGING in this pic, I promise they look much nicer on that they do here :lol:

http://db.tt/rpOLc6A

Everything else is snoozerama actually, plain white tanks and hair clips, so not bothering to post them :lol:

Actually i did try on the TS tunic that someone (can't remember who sorry :oops:) suggested as an alternative to the Toast one, but :happyno: it just did NOT suit my body shape at all, wasn't amazing impressed with the quality for £38 either....anyway, here's a pic of something I didn't buy :teehee:

http://db.tt/BhnDh9J

Milkybargirl

03-02-2011, 08:42pm

BG - I ordered and returned that TS tunic for the very same reason - awful fitting, tight across the shoulders (where I'm small) and too big everywhere else. Very disappointing as I really liked how it looked. I think that if it was reduced to half price I'd buy it in a larger size and try taking it in down the sides from the bust, but it's very badly sized.

ditab

03-02-2011, 08:42pm

Can't remember if I posted my verdict on the DP denim stuff...kept the skirt, it's lovely and perfectly 70s mum ish :lol: (it even smells authentically 70's - eau de charity shop for some reason :loco:). Planning on wearing it with little t's and some NL tan 70s style sandals I bought last year.

:thumb: Sounds good - I might order the tall one :scratchchin:

(I *really* need to sort out my laptop & get access to my spreadsheet as I feel my spending is spiralling a bit as I'm not tracking it in my normal manner :oops:)

Yay on the Plumo dress - I love things that feel like really good quality. They just make you feel great when you wear them :thumb:

That TS tunic does nothing for you, sweetie :happyno: although would possibly be better in a smaller size? You're so slim but you can't really see it in that pic.

Blonde Girl

03-02-2011, 08:48pm

It looks minging doesn't it :lol: as soon as I took one look in the mirror I knew it was a no. That's actually the smallest size that my bust and shoulders would fit into.

MBG, that's an idea, I might try that if it goes in the sale as I love the pockets and i loved the colour :nod:

Blonde Girl

03-02-2011, 08:52pm

Forgot to say Bluestar, I've got that Boden scarf as well. It's lovely :nod:

ms sweetcheeks

03-02-2011, 08:56pm

I forgot to add :doh: I ordered these two rose gold bits from ASOS the other day - they were reduced then but they're full price now :puzzled:
The chain on this is really, really long:
http://cf2.polyvoreimg.com/thing.27960727.l.jpg

Hairband
http://cf2.polyvoreimg.com/thing.28886301.l.jpg

ASOS was doing a 1 day 20% off all their own stock, maybe that is why you got them reduced? Anyway CUTE hairband :lurve:

I was so so so naughty today and went to River Island, as I had been dreaming about some boots in there for weeks :lust: HAD to be mine basically, you know when you cannot stop thinking about an item :lust: Well, that :nod: :lol:

http://i51.tinypic.com/e8vmld.jpg

http://i56.tinypic.com/9avkae.jpg

http://i53.tinypic.com/308bf6c.jpg

*SarahR*

03-02-2011, 09:01pm

I will phone IO tomorrow as you say dita. When I checked last night the coat was oos in my size now, so it is possible that they won't have had one to send me. But it would be nice to know!

BG, your Plumo dress sounds lush! And I agree, the TS tunic doesn't do you any favours. It sounds really badly sized. I like the DP's scarf too, and the widelegs sound fab. Is Harlow any good for shopping? I'll come and meet you there one day if you fancy it ;-)?

Bluestar, I love that Boden scarf!

Chell

03-02-2011, 09:02pm

Blonde Girl, I have the DPs 70s denim skirt (both types of denim) here to return. I found it a really frumpy length on me. I had a ten in one shade, an eight in the other and both fitted fine. I then had a 10 on high waisted jeans that wouldn't pull over my hips. Weird sizing drives me bonkers.

All I have kept is this:

http://media.dorothyperkins.com/wcsstore/DorothyPerkins/images/catalog/75000017_thumb.jpg

I wouldn't have paid the full price for it.

Minky

03-02-2011, 09:11pm

BG lovely scarf :nod:, but yes, that TS tunic doesn't do you any favours at all. I utterly flipping LOVE those DP jeans though! :thumb:.

It's not a shop I often go into, but I'm going to make a pilgrimage spesh to look at the jeans, love em!

Minky

03-02-2011, 09:21pm

woop Woop!

thanks to Dita and her clarks boots :laff: I have found these babies which I have coveted ALL year :nod:.

http://assets.clarksmcr.com/products/2/0/3/20340935_A_t.jpg

Heavily reduced :woohoo:.

Fanks matey! :flowers:

ditab

03-02-2011, 09:34pm

Cheeks, I can't see any boots :puzzled: but I love the top & jeans :lurve:

ETA I can see them now :lol: They've had those in the window in Harrow for a few weeks, they're really lovely :thumb:

I think you're right, it must have been a one-off discount day as the necklace has certainly been in and out of my basket for a few weeks at full price. I even got an extra 10% off as there was a code on MSE :teehee:

Yay on the boots, Minky :thumb: They had some really, really nice bits reduced in the store, actually.

Lomie

03-02-2011, 09:34pm

Blonde Girl I was wearing a breton with leopard scarf today too! I love the jeans you bought and I liked the TS dress too but I cant get on woith the pockets being the opposite way around, it looks nice on you though.
Mrs S-like those jeans too, I need a pair of flares!!

ms sweetcheeks

03-02-2011, 09:37pm

Cheeks, I can't see any boots :puzzled: but I love the top & jeans :lurve:

I think you're right, it must have been a one-off discount day

See them now??
http://i53.tinypic.com/308bf6c.jpg

Pancake01

03-02-2011, 09:46pm

I love those boots mrs sc :lust:

ms sweetcheeks

03-02-2011, 10:01pm

I love those boots mrs sc :lust:

Ohh thank you, I actually love them so much, I'd been looking at them online everyday for weeks :lol: And tried them on twice and today well, I could no longer resist:lol:

Thanks Dita as well..

And Re: the flares,- such a great fit, really really reccomend them for a great flattering fit, but feck me RI's prices- those 3 items cost a BOMB :cry: I mean their jeans are now £44.99 - what happened to £39.99 :faint:

shinyaholic

03-02-2011, 10:08pm

Fab boots and jeans Mrs SC. I don't think I've ever tried RI jeans, are they very low waisted?

ms sweetcheeks

03-02-2011, 10:14pm

Fab boots and jeans Mrs SC. I don't think I've ever tried RI jeans, are they very low waisted?

Ohh you are missing out :lol: They have soo many gorgeous jeans :lust: They are fairly low waisted (unless you buy a high waisted pair :lol: )

Some I have from there goes up to belly button but most a lot lower than that.. I just LOVE all their vintage wash skinny jeans and I HAVE to have a paid of *dirty washed kind of beigey* white skinny jeans they have at the moment, they are SO beaut!!

Dr Spouse

03-02-2011, 10:43pm

Dr Spouse, love the first brogues you chose :lurve: Really really lovely. Do let me know if you wouldn't mind, what the leather is like?
I can't find my post now :doh: as am on the phone but of the 2 pairs of brogues the light ones are synthetic so may go back, the 2-colour ones are leather.

My Next wedges arrived today

http://cdn.next.co.uk/COMMON/Items/Default/Default/Publications/X47/shotzoom/7366/935-005-X47s.jpg

I really like the colour and the heel, and they seem not too bad for falling off like a lot of shoes do on me but they aren't quite as good a fit as the Next Mary Janes that already arrived, so will wait for the Aldo ones to decide.

Tigerpants

04-02-2011, 10:30am

Can't remember if I posted my verdict on the DP denim stuff...kept the skirt, it's lovely and perfectly 70s mum ish :laff: (it even smells authentically 70's - eau de charity shop for some reason :loco:). Planning on wearing it with little t's and some NL tan 70s style sandals I bought last year.

Oh brilliant :clap: thats just the sort of look I'm going for this summer too having not managed too last year :sigh: I've got those gorgeous tan clog sandals from Topshop that I didn't get much wear out of last year that will be fab with all the 70's stuff :nod:

I've got my NUS card now too so I can get my student discount :lol:

Seriously though I love that look and I might even try to get a little polo neck and wear it now :nod:

FAB buys everyone else too - Figgy those shoes :lurve: and Lomie fab :clap:

And to anyone else I've forgotten :flowers:

shinyaholic

04-02-2011, 10:45am

Ohh you are missing out :lol: They have soo many gorgeous jeans :lust: They are fairly low waisted (unless you buy a high waisted pair :lol: )

Some I have from there goes up to belly button but most a lot lower than that.. I just LOVE all their vintage wash skinny jeans and I HAVE to have a paid of *dirty washed kind of beigey* white skinny jeans they have at the moment, they are SO beaut!!

I'll have a try on next town I go shopping, I am really hating low waisted jeans at the moment but love the look of the pairs on their site.

In the meantime I've placed a payday ASOS order:

http://images.asos.com/inv/media/9/6/8/1/1391869/rioblue/image1xl.jpg

http://images.asos.com/inv/media/6/4/3/7/1267346/black/image1xl.jpg

http://media.karenmillen.com/pws/client/images/catalogue/products/092TL04232/large/092TL04232.jpg

donna-j

04-02-2011, 10:51am

Those jeans look fab Shinyaholic. I am also loving Blondegirl's DP 70s pair. They are very like my perfect M&S (via Oxfam :oops:) pair that I will never be able to replace, so may try those.

I ordered this yesterday x2, in purple and black. May be horrid on my lumps and bumps but I have been eyeing them up for ages and they are reduced to £12 - Primark prices!

http://www.greatplains.co.uk/search/keywords+are+alexa/alexa.htm

http://media.greatplains.co.uk/stormsites/gp/images/products/medium/j6ls4.jpg?lc=en-GB&lv=9

Minky

04-02-2011, 10:57am

Nice work ladies, lovely jeans Shiny. Donna, I had a really good trawl of the GP site and didn't spot that top! :bow:, very nice and such a bargain! :bow:.

Sparkly

04-02-2011, 10:58am

Cute top Shiny.

Cheeks I love all three things you got!

donna-j

04-02-2011, 10:59am

Minky the GP stuff is cheaper on Brandalley I think but there is not as much choice obviously.

Miffy

04-02-2011, 11:20am

I don't often post on here as I'm not really a fashiony type of person, wish I was, but budget dictates otherwise.
Anyway, just thought I'd share this little gem I got yesterday. It's for my MIL's 60th birthday party. Not sure how to put the picture in, but here (http://www.coast-stores.com/ARLENE-EMBROIDERED-FLORAL-DRESS/Garments/coast/fcp-product/2224686570?cm_mmc=linkshare-_-linkbuilder-_-linkbuilder-_-linkbuilder)is a link. :smile:
I got it in Debenhams for £49 reduced from £160. Most chuffed. It is a different colour though. Midnight blue with silvery-gold embroidery. Can't find it on the Debs site. I was a bit :puzzled: as to what to do with the belt, but the pic on the coast site makes it a lot clearer.
Not sure what to do about accessories, but have kind of promised DH I will use something I already have.

Tigerpants

04-02-2011, 11:21am

Oh Miffy that is scrummy :lurve: I love, love, love it!!!

donna-j

04-02-2011, 11:34am

Miffy that is lovely :lurve:

I would go for a cuff, earrings and heels. If you wanted something new I always swear by Primark pearls.

shinyaholic

04-02-2011, 11:34am

Miffy that is :lurve:

donna-j

04-02-2011, 11:36am

Found a pic of the blue one. Love it.
http://images.productserve.com/preview/2194/118988046.jpg

Pancake01

04-02-2011, 11:39am

Oh feckity feckity feck. That dress is JUST LOVELY :lust:.

Miffy

04-02-2011, 11:55am

Miffy that is lovely :lurve:

I would go for a cuff, earrings and heels. If you wanted something new I always swear by Primark pearls.

I have some pearls somewhere. I will hunt them out. Not sure they still fit as they were given to me when I was a child. They would look good though. Well done for finding a picture.

donna-j

04-02-2011, 02:18pm

My Phase 8 cardi came as is going back. Beautiful quality but too big and shapeless. So that was a whole load of time wated obsessing about it.

coolfm

04-02-2011, 03:49pm

Hi, everyone. :wave:

I don't usually post here, and feel a bit of an intruder. I do lurk occasionally and admire the gorgeous purchases, but don't quite feel up to joining in.

Anyway, I decided to be brave :lol plus DH has had a tax rebate, so I thought I'd treat myself (not too much, though :teehee:) and make use of DP's 20% off.

So I've ordered these bits:

http://http://media.dorothyperkins.com/wcsstore/DorothyPerkins/images/catalog/66559862_small.jpg

http://media.dorothyperkins.com/wcsstore/DorothyPerkins/images/catalog/05199082_small.jpg

http://http://media.dorothyperkins.com/wcsstore/DorothyPerkins/images/catalog/51000532_small.jpg

http://http://media.dorothyperkins.com/wcsstore/DorothyPerkins/images/catalog/66559862_thumb.jpg

http://http://media.dorothyperkins.com/wcsstore/DorothyPerkins/images/catalog/51000532_thumb.jpg

http://media.dorothyperkins.com/wcsstore/DorothyPerkins/images/catalog/11323501_thumb.jpg

Elle Driver

04-02-2011, 03:52pm

I'll have a try on next town I go shopping, I am really hating low waisted jeans at the moment but love the look of the pairs on their site.

In the meantime I've placed a payday ASOS order:

http://images.asos.com/inv/media/9/6/8/1/1391869/rioblue/image1xl.jpg

http://images.asos.com/inv/media/6/4/3/7/1267346/black/image1xl.jpg

http://media.karenmillen.com/pws/client/images/catalogue/products/092TL04232/large/092TL04232.jpg

:lust: :lust: :lust:

Lovin' the flared action going on girls! :rock:

Hey coolfm :hi:

donna, great GP top, too.

coolfm

04-02-2011, 03:55pm

I don't know why I could only get some of the images to show. :puzzled: Anyway, these are the other things:

http://www.dorothyperkins.com/webapp/wcs/stores/servlet/ProductDisplay?beginIndex=0&viewAllFlag=&catalogId=33053&storeId=12552&productId=2011573&langId=-1&categoryId=&searchTerm=grey%20corset%20dress&pageSize=20

http://www.dorothyperkins.com/webapp/wcs/stores/servlet/ProductDisplay?beginIndex=0&viewAllFlag=&catalogId=33053&storeId=12552&productId=2050925&langId=-1&categoryId=&searchTerm=grey%20jacket&pageSize=20

Pancake01

04-02-2011, 03:56pm

Love that grey DP blazer coolfm! May have to sheep you on that one.

Alabama

04-02-2011, 03:59pm

Love those jeans ED! Bet they wouldn't look like that on me though.

This in cream:
http://files.hm.com/media/products/A09/DXLA01_83302_33003_99_9999.jpg

These:

http://www.schuh.co.uk/images/product/156412/1564126220ex_main.jpg

And from Primmers: the prom skirt, the beach scene dress and the summery knee-length dress with elastic waist and embroidered neck/hem in cornflower blue. This fits really nicely so might have to get the orange and/or black too :oops: Oh - and the coral swallow scarf.

Elle Driver

04-02-2011, 04:00pm

They're shiny's jeans 'bama :nod:

Alabama

04-02-2011, 04:02pm

They're shiny's jeans 'bama :nod:
:doh:

shinyaholic

04-02-2011, 04:38pm

coolfm fab buys :clap: espesh the blazer and Alabama I love the elbow patches on the top.

I have been very naughty and snuck in a little All Saints order too :oops:

http://www.us.allsaints.com/downloads/Image/product/large-xlarge/WTJ342-2175-1.jpg

http://images.allsaints.com/downloads/Image/product/medium-large/WSJ061-5-1.jpg

Elle Driver

04-02-2011, 05:31pm

My Toast breton came and it's going straight back :lol:

Huge up top and okay (ish) on the bum/hips/thighs. But I just don't like the proportions :happyno:

So - a size 10 in olive/bone if anyone fancies it? PM me. If not I'll pop it back to them tmrw morning. Is it free returns, does anyone know?

I've ordered a couple of bits but will wait to see how I find them before I post them all :sleep:

These boots though:

http://cdn.kurtgeiger.com/dynamic/eshop/product_images/thumbnail_cache/474x427/1537100109-2-nine-west-sitcom-black-boots-knee-high.jpg

http://cdn.kurtgeiger.com/dynamic/eshop/product_images/thumbnail_cache/474x427/1537100109-3-nine-west-sitcom-black-boots-knee-high.jpg

V. bargainous and as I've been dreaming about otk boots lately I thought it was silly not to :oops:

Pancake01

04-02-2011, 05:37pm

I've gone off-piste and bought the sodding leather trousers. I suspect they will be going straight back.

http://media.topshop.com/wcsstore/TopShop/images/catalog/16B03XBLK_normal.jpg

jobey

04-02-2011, 06:16pm

Jobey cool vest. If it was £15 was it from their vintage section? I didn't think you could get anything At All in AS for £15! That's a fab buy.

Yes, it came today and should have been £30 according to the label so it was in the sale! I really like it and wish i'd ordered the black one aswell, it's OOS now though :doh:

Chell

04-02-2011, 06:26pm

Love your top Donna!

Tigerpants

04-02-2011, 06:32pm

shinyaholic

04-02-2011, 06:39pm

ED I'm so pleased you bought the boots, absolutely fab :clap: Well done for ordering the trousers Pancs, I hope they're fab.

Lomie

04-02-2011, 06:46pm

I've gone off-piste and bought the sodding leather trousers. I suspect they will be going straight back.

http://media.topshop.com/wcsstore/TopShop/images/catalog/16B03XBLK_normal.jpg

I like!!
Miffy-pearls will look gorgeous with that dress!

Alabama-love elbow patches!

Shiny-love those jeans and my Plumo jacket came today and I dont like it!! Its the wrong shade on me, it just looks flat and hangs all wrong off my boobs. I hadnt thought it would be so cropped, I should have known it wouldnt hang right! Do you love yours?

shinyaholic

04-02-2011, 06:55pm

katkinn

04-02-2011, 06:57pm

Lomie I completely love that lace jacket - oh it's just gorgeous. I love love love lace with denim :lurve:

BG - I also tried that top on and (think I mentioned it on the last month's thread maybe? ) and it was comedy fit. :rolleyes: And the Toast one ended up being cheaper :loco: And actually I prefer the olive and bone now - much more unusual. Gorgeous colours in the scarf though - really really really suit you :ellie: So pleased also that the Plumo dress is a winner.

Mrs SC - love all your RI buys. Lovely Spring starters. And yes, the boots are gorgeous! You so so live in London and not somewhere more errr muddy :lol:

Chell lovely little waistcoat.

Minky fab you got your boots and for a bargain!

Shiny bloody love those jeans - did you buy the second black pair (I'm assuming, not the top....)

Miffy that dress is completely beautiful and will suit you so so well. I'd go with big silver accessories personally - pearl would also be lovely. Tbh I don't think you need that much accessorising as the dress is such a statement on it's own :lurve: Perfect dress to have in your wardrobe, really timeless. Great buy!

ED bummer about the tunic but I never thought it was really you :happyno: Right did you get a free returns label? If not, it's worth calling them and saying that you didn't receive one. They don't usually give one but randomly they sometimes bung one in. Worth a go. And also send it back straight away (within 7 days anyway) and you'll get your postage refunded. They didn't do it to me immediately but I emailed them once they said they'd received the returns and would refund. Just got a very apologetic email asking me to call them with my card details and they'll refund postage :thumb:

Alabama and cool - fab haul girlies. Bloody hell, aren't we doing well for the 4 Feb :faint:

Pancake like I said on t'other thread, those trousers completely chuffing rock! Can't wait to hear what they're like.

Ed LOVE those boots. I've tried on quite a few pairs over the years and really wanted the patent croc ones from Russell & Bromley this year (well - drunk me did anyway) but they weren't quite long enough and looked hmmm bad. They're gorgeous though - from where?!

Shiny, love the AS top. I'm coveting the black and pink tie dye stuff at the mo although I Do Not need it!

Boo bloody schmoo about the jacket Lomie :-(

bluestar

04-02-2011, 06:57pm

Love that dress Miffy :grin:

Gorgeous top Shiny.

Coolfm, love the blazer & I ordered that DP cardi too - just waiting for delivery now (and my Boden order), I'm so impatient.

Great boots ED

This thread moves so fast and is seriously bad for my bank balance :laff:

Peony

04-02-2011, 07:31pm

Gorgeous boots Elle. I've just been wearing my OTK boots this afternoon and love them.

Minky

04-02-2011, 07:38pm

Oh lovely stuff!

Especially love Miffy's dress, Pancake's boots, Alabamas camels :teehee: and cowboys, and ED's boots! :woohoo:!

Peony

04-02-2011, 07:46pm

http://i.ebayimg.com/20/!B8GKLRQCGk~$(KGrHqEOKisEzS+k07hSBM2EqSzIkg~~0_3.J PG

Hopefully to wear with jeggings and long cardi now but hey if it's long enough it should be a nice summer dress too.

Elle Driver

04-02-2011, 07:51pm

Ooh I love the lace jkt Lomes! :lurve: must've missed that earlier. Gorrrrge. I have had SO much wear out of a lace tee from warehouse bought this time last year. Love lace with chunky knits myself!

Boots are nine west Kat. I doubt I'll be able to get them on as I've such a high instep but I have to try 'em! :shootme:

Thx for Toast label info I'll have a look later. I do still like the top but was probably carried away with how gorgeous it looked on you. Div :lol:

Lomie

04-02-2011, 08:07pm

That's a shame Lomie. I do really like mine but wasn't sure about the colour until I put it on, it wasn't what I expected but looked good on. The colour wouldn't suit everyone though, I think it's one of those shades that's very marmite.

I think you're right about the shade.

Boo bloody schmoo about the jacket Lomie :-(

still, £39 saved eh?

joanne62

04-02-2011, 08:13pm

Oh Miffy that is scrummy :lurve: I love, love, love it!!!

WSS. That is gorgeous.:lurve:

*SarahR*

05-02-2011, 07:49am

WSS. That is gorgeous.:lurve:

This Miffy! Really lovely! I have a lovely pearl triple stranded bracelet from Accesorize that you are welcome to borrow if you like?

noo noo

05-02-2011, 08:53am

http://media.dorothyperkins.com/wcsstore/DorothyPerkins/images/catalog/11323501_thumb.jpg

Love the scarf - I was swithering over it in the shop but might go and order it now with some other bits if the 20% off offer is sill on

noo noo

05-02-2011, 08:58am

OMG, I can't believe I forgot a purchase :doh: I bought a pair of boots on my way to pick up Max from school :oops: Half price in Clarks. And the size 8 fits :cheer2: :lol:
http://assets.clarksmcr.com/products/2/0/3/20341436_A_p.jpg.

Those are FAB Dita! I think they come in black too? But I am so tempted by the brown. Off to have a sneaky peek at the website and see what they have in stock... Us big footers must grab every opportunity when we can!

Peony

05-02-2011, 09:03am

http://img.auctiva.com/imgdata/1/2/2/6/1/7/1/webimg/428178110_o.jpg

http://img.auctiva.com/imgdata/1/2/2/6/1/7/1/webimg/428178139_o.jpg
I've been covetting them since seeing them on the WAYWT thread.

donna-j

05-02-2011, 09:15am

Oh fab Peony. I absolutely love mine and really want another one. I wear mine every day - it is huge and cosy.

noo noo

05-02-2011, 09:25am

http://images.bravissimo.com/clothing/ov15xxx-large.jpg

Bought two of these strappy tops from Bravissimo in the white and black. They have an integral built in bra and are just fantastic. Not cheap at £32 each though but I reckon I will get lots of wear from them both on their own and under stuff. The sizing was a bit odd. I'm either a 32GG or G in bras but for the best fit in these have gone for a 32F. Just wish they did them in other colours.

Also got 4 dresses in the Wallis sale for only £52! The most expensive one of them was originally £48. There's only one I can see on the website now. Thought it was quite Morrocan looking so would be good for my trip to Marrakesh! Will take a pic of the other 3 and my Primark haul!
http://media.wallis.co.uk/wcsstore/Wallis/images/catalog/b_156717025_thumb.jpg (http://www.wallis.co.uk/webapp/wcs/stores/servlet/ProductDisplay?beginIndex=0&viewAllFlag=&catalogId=33058&storeId=12557&productId=2110266&langId=-1&sort_field=Relevance&categoryId=213583&parent_categoryId=209172&sort_field=Relevance&pageSize=20)

And I've just been and gone and sheeped Ditab on her Clarks boots!

Elle Driver

05-02-2011, 09:49am

I love that red/black colourway Peony. My total fave, aside from the purple/grey combi that a lot of you have. A school mum friend had one on in the playground yday, I have to say it looked sooo fake it was a bit :meh: Quite crunchy and not a silky/fluid scarf at all :no: Have you bought from this seller before?

Been out super early for a saturday and sneaked these into the trolley :shh: from George.

http://asda.scene7.com/is/image/Asda/5052558031864?resmode=sharp&op_usm=1.1,0.5,0,0&defaultimage=default_details_George&rgn=0,0,1740,2350&scl=5.875&id=2B1axuj5F8f9RJiNL1XXi4

Lomie

05-02-2011, 11:15am

http://img.auctiva.com/imgdata/1/2/2/6/1/7/1/webimg/428178139_o.jpg

I love this colourway, its so pretty I might have to get one!

*Holly*

05-02-2011, 11:21am

Been out super early for a saturday and sneaked these into the trolley :shh: from George.

http://asda.scene7.com/is/image/Asda/5052558031864?resmode=sharp&op_usm=1.1,0.5,0,0&defaultimage=default_details_George&rgn=0,0,1740,2350&scl=5.875&id=2B1axuj5F8f9RJiNL1XXi4

Oh like these!! I am getting into the idea of some nighttime wedge boots, was going to try the new look ones today but might give these a go too

katkinn

05-02-2011, 11:24am

Peony love both scarves. I have both (although my red and black one has yellow writing) and do wear them an awful lot.

ED love the boots. I realised I haven't had wedges for years and had forgotten how completely and utterly comfortable they are :lurve: Definitely on the look out for some wedges for the summer.

irislili

05-02-2011, 11:26am

http://assets.clarksmcr.com/products/2/0/3/20333519_A_p.jpg
Bargain leather boots from clarks £37 :faint:

ditab

05-02-2011, 11:38am

Those are FAB Dita! I think they come in black too? But I am so tempted by the brown. Off to have a sneaky peek at the website and see what they have in stock... Us big footers must grab every opportunity when we can!

:nod: Absolutely :lol: That's my justification for my recent boots splurge :oops: I've run out of space to put them all though, so am going to spend an hour this afternoon going through my shoe cupboard :geek: I spent an hour yesterday going through my scarves & costume jewellery (putting everything into ziplock bags and in my new clear shelving system :praise:) and I'm so pleased with my handiwork :grin:

Lovely buys, all. Elle, those wedges look fab - not too high :thumb: Hope the OTK boots are nice - I've never been able to find a pair that went anywhere near my knees :lol:

Elle Driver

05-02-2011, 11:43am

Deets - pics of your :geek: drawers please :flirt:

Peony love both scarves. I have both (although my red and black one has yellow writing) and do wear them an awful lot.

Am sure Peony's pictured scarf has yellow writing too, Kat :nod:

and oooooooooh I love a wedge! Can't wait to get my bling bling patent ones out again this year :grin:

The George ones are quite wide at the top, gives me a slender ankle, pmsl :lol:

ditab

05-02-2011, 11:52am

Deets - pics of your :geek: drawers please :flirt:

Still can't access my pics on here :cry: Will hopefully sort out this weekend :pray:

You'll love them - it looks like a shop :lol:

The George ones are quite wide at the top, gives me a slender ankle, pmsl :lol:

:lol: My wedges are so wide at the top it makes my legs look like twigs :doh: :teehee:

My ASOS order just arrived. The hairband is really cute. The necklace is awful :hissyfit: SO cheap looking. I mean, I know I only paid £4 (£6 full price) but it looks like something out of a cracker :rolleyes: Can I be bothered to send it back, though? I guess it's free returns, isn't it? I could just put it into the postbox :nod:

katkinn

05-02-2011, 11:54am

Am sure Peony's pictured scarf has yellow writing too, Kat :nod:

:doh: should have said, mine has white writing. Have been up since the crack of dawn looking after my friend's kids and tramped to effing gymnastics with them and am now OVER it and just want some me time :hissyfit: Drama llama alert. :oops: Feel like a bag of spanners and would give anything to lie on the sofa all afternoon. But wouldn't we all I guess :rolleyes: :lol:

I might have to do some summer surfing to cheer me up :grin: Warning. Random threads coming up.

Elle Driver

05-02-2011, 11:55am

YEAH, SEND IT BACK. IT'S THE PRICE OF TWO HAPPY MEALS :lol:

kAT, can you double drop some lemsip day? I'm buzzing :lol: :hippy: :lol:

Peony

05-02-2011, 11:56am

Well done on all the boots bargains girls!

Not sure what colour writing might be on them when they arrive! Not bought off the seller but good feedback and more importantly good feedback for the scarves. There are two sellers doing them BIN for £12.50 so thought it worth a punt. I've been on the look out for Katkinns blush one for a long time but most sellers don't offer them.

Picked up a long line black t with cross over bottom from Asda sale this morning too.

coolfm

05-02-2011, 12:02pm

So many great boots and scarves. Two big weaknesses for me. I think DH would go ballistic if I bought any more boots (well, if he found out anyway.)

mrsdunny207

05-02-2011, 12:21pm

Joining the scarf buying frenzy I got this one in the M&S sale - £25 down to £9 :thumb:

http://i186.photobucket.com/albums/x254/dunny207/DSCN2386.jpg

I'm refraining from any real shopping before we go to Bicester on Tuesday :ellie: but I was tempted by the R&B Rockafella boots down to £125 from £250 but for now they are still in the shop :angel:

Elle Driver

05-02-2011, 12:22pm

Shit the bed are they really Mrs D?! My fave boots - having seen Katkinn's irl I am sorely tempted :visa:

Gahhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhh :brainache:

mrsdunny207

05-02-2011, 12:24pm

Shit the bed are they really Mrs D?! My fave boots - having seen Katkinn's irl I am sorely tempted :visa:

Gahhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhh :brainache:

Elle - you are so funny :teehee: they were in the R&B on Longacre, Covent Garden - and they had 7s and 8s in the beige and a few pairs of black but not sure if they had the larger sizes...

katkinn

05-02-2011, 02:04pm

oohooohooohooh ED!! Although having said that, this year i've probably worn my ASOS buckle ones more :shoot: Mainly though I think as the jeans I used to love wearing the other boots with are totally buggered. What was a distressed patch and looked cool on the thigh has now turned into just a great chuffing hole and looks completely crap :rolleyes: :cry: The best fit jeans ever as well :cry: Not sure what I can do with them though :meh:

Mrs Dunny lovely scarf - my friend bought one from Mulberry last year which is honestly pretty much identical to that :thumb:

scotgal

05-02-2011, 02:04pm

Blonde Girl

05-02-2011, 02:06pm

Oooooooh I LOVE KK's Rockafellas, they are gorgeous.

I have enough stuff that she had first though, so am refraing from even looking :lol:

Really like Deets' Clarks bargain boots, might go and have a squizz at those. Am v glad now I didn't buy the same KG veronas I already have, ad i can justify another pair of tan boots instead.

I've got the moody red and black LV scarf and I do really like it, but feel and texture wise I actually prefer my zara leopard print one.

Cymber

05-02-2011, 02:21pm

http://asda.scene7.com/is/image/Asda/5052558031864?resmode=sharp&op_usm=1.1,0.5,0,0&defaultimage=default_details_George&rgn=0,0,1740,2350&scl=5.875&id=2B1axuj5F8f9RJiNL1XXi4

Ooh I like these. How high are they?

calgal

05-02-2011, 02:22pm

Ladies, been meaning to tell you about the double sided jewellery organiser I got in primark - it's fab & hangs up in your wardrobe!

Pic on this blog here:
http://todayfm.com/Shows/Weekdays/Ray-DArcy-Show/Blog/11-01-13/Mairead_s_Jewellery_Organiser.aspx?ReturnURL=%2fSh ows%2fWeekdays%2fRay-DArcy-Show%2fBlog.aspx

great shopping ladies! I'm dying to go on a wee spree soon, got my hair bobbed up yesterday & feel the need for new clothes now!!!

Elle Driver

05-02-2011, 02:39pm

Cymber, errm, not too high :lol:

I don't know. High-ish :shrug:

eta: just got this info - heel height: 11cm/ 4.3inches.

noo noo

05-02-2011, 02:40pm

Ladies, been meaning to tell you about the double sided jewellery organiser I got in primark - it's fab & hangs up in your wardrobe!

Where about did you find it instore? With the jewellery or somewhere else?

Cymber

05-02-2011, 02:43pm

Thanks ED - I struggle with heels since breaking (I think) my toe a year or so ago. I'll check them out...

noo noo

05-02-2011, 02:49pm

Sorry for the rather large photos!

Four dresses from Wallis sale for the grand total of £52
http://a6.sphotos.ak.fbcdn.net/hphotos-ak-ash1/hs796.ash1/168688_190095957680867_100000413938519_559186_5443 128_n.jpg (http://www.facebook.com/photo.php?pid=559186&id=100000413938519)http://a3.sphotos.ak.fbcdn.net/hphotos-ak-snc6/hs276.snc6/180478_190096037680859_100000413938519_559188_5678 011_n.jpg (http://www.facebook.com/photo.php?pid=559189&id=100000413938519)http://a5.sphotos.ak.fbcdn.net/hphotos-ak-snc6/hs248.snc6/179597_190096071014189_100000413938519_559189_7803 099_n.jpg (http://www.facebook.com/photo.php?pid=559189&id=100000413938519)http://a4.sphotos.ak.fbcdn.net/hphotos-ak-ash1/hs799.ash1/168905_190095994347530_100000413938519_559187_6483 520_n.jpg (http://www.facebook.com/photo.php?pid=559186&id=100000413938519)

Top from H&M and Pendant Dorothy Perkins
http://a2.sphotos.ak.fbcdn.net/hphotos-ak-snc6/hs252.snc6/180087_190095914347538_100000413938519_559184_1318 49_n.jpg (http://www.facebook.com/photo.php?pid=559186&id=100000413938519)

Jumper from Primark
http://a2.sphotos.ak.fbcdn.net/hphotos-ak-snc6/hs018.snc6/166812_190096107680852_100000413938519_559190_2210 418_n.jpg (http://www.facebook.com/photo.php?pid=559186&id=100000413938519)

Headbands/Ear Warmers from Primark - going to Jazz (hands!) then up by sewing a button into the flower centre, necklace DP's as before
http://a8.sphotos.ak.fbcdn.net/hphotos-ak-snc6/hs264.snc6/179291_190096164347513_100000413938519_559191_5130 128_n.jpg (http://www.facebook.com/photo.php?pid=559186&id=100000413938519)

Vest Top and Scarf - Primark
http://a4.sphotos.ak.fbcdn.net/hphotos-ak-snc6/hs069.snc6/167981_190096257680837_100000413938519_559193_3917 04_n.jpg (http://www.facebook.com/photo.php?pid=559186&id=100000413938519)

Elle Driver

05-02-2011, 03:32pm

I wanted one of those jumpers from primmers noo noo but they're soo fitted! Really wanted it 'slopppy joe' - boo!

Sparkly

05-02-2011, 03:38pm

Love those boots ED!

Mrs D, pretty scarf. Goes v well with your jacket, which I think I recognise! :lol:

I bought some grey leopard wrist warmers in TS sale for £3 :praise:

mrsdunny207

05-02-2011, 04:38pm

Love those boots ED!

Mrs D, pretty scarf. Goes v well with your jacket, which I think I recognise! :lol:

I bought some grey leopard wrist warmers in TS sale for £3 :praise:

I wondered if you'd notice :oops: it fits now :grin: and I love it!

Great haul noo noo :faint:

bluestar

05-02-2011, 04:48pm

Some lovely things on here again.

My DP order arrived today and it's all great. The coat fits really well and loving the military styling to it.

I'm going to have a mooch around Primarni tomorrow but I'm always dissapointed though :sigh:

Minky

05-02-2011, 04:50pm

Shit the bed are they really Mrs D?! My fave boots - having seen Katkinn's irl I am sorely tempted :visa:

Gahhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhh :brainache:

:teehee: that made me laugh out loud!

Lovely scarf Mrs D. FAB haul Noo Noo!

Calgal, that organiser looks really good :nod:

I love the boots frenzy that's been going on here for a while :thumb:. Mine arrived and I do :lurve: them. I'm going to wear them with my furry leg warmer thingies tomorrow, with skinnies :thumb:, so will pap. No doubt at my age I look ridiculous but I don't care! :laff:

Peony

05-02-2011, 06:01pm

[QUOTE=calgal;3169187]Ladies, been meaning to tell you about the double sided jewellery organiser I got in primark - it's fab & hangs up in your wardrobe!

Pic on this blog here:
http://todayfm.com/Shows/Weekdays/Ray-DArcy-Show/Blog/11-01-13/Mairead_s_Jewellery_Organiser.aspx?ReturnURL=%2fSh ows%2fWeekdays%2fRay-DArcy-Show%2fBlog.aspx[QUOTE]

That'd be great for girls hair clips and bobbles.

joanne62

05-02-2011, 06:24pm

Bought this today from AllSaints.
http://images.allsaints.com/downloads/Image/product/large/WTJ365-2355-1.jpg (http://www.allsaints.com/women/new/bleach-breton-ls-top/bleach-black/wtj365-2355)

katkinn

05-02-2011, 06:36pm

ooh joanne I love love that top. I am lusting after it in the vest version with the scarf :lurve: It's much pinker than it looks onine, isn't it? I'm v tempted for summer nights out but am holding back till I get an idea of where I'm going (style wise she says trying to do her very best to sound like a complete prick :thumb:)

Tigerpants

05-02-2011, 06:44pm

Fab buying everyone :bow:

Particularly love Peony's scarves and Irislillie's boots, ED's boots (absolutely love wedges :lurve: ) and Joanne's top :nod:

Well I went shopping today and was determined to come back with something I love so traipsed all over Bristol trying to find a knee length denim skirt. The DP's one did nothing for me and was a little too short - they didn't have it in tall. Nothing in Monsoon, Next, H&M, Topshop so went to Debenhams and found this in the old lady's section :lol:

http://debenhams.scene7.com/is/image/Debenhams/057010415245?$PSPMedium$

It is lovely and sits just below the knee :lurve: and was only £24 :woohoo:

Also bought this in Hobbs for £10 with my £25 card
http://www.hobbs.co.uk/images/products/0111-9267-1087T00-045/0111-9267-1087T00-045_01_191_204.jpg

Its very fitted and lovely heavy jersey too

I also bought Toosh's skirt from Primarni but they only had a smaller size left so I bought it with the aim of getting into it by the summer :oops: It is so beautiful in real life I just couldn't leave it there :happyno: and again its not stupidly short either.

I was then looking for some tan shoes and tried these on in Next and they were perfect and so comfy but why the hell the white soles? I mean, honestly?? So has anyone seen anything similar but without the white soles?
http://cdn.next.co.uk/Common/Items/Default/Default/ItemImages/Search/700333.jpg

Chickpea

05-02-2011, 06:55pm

Tigerpants

05-02-2011, 06:59pm

Oh Chickpea you'll love your scarf, I get so many compliments on my Plumo one, its fab quality too. Was also eyeing up that dress too :nod:

Sorry you're feeling so lousy :higgies: I had that this week and its miserable :higgies:

I thought the SA might be a bit sniffy about the gift card but she was lovely :nod:

joanne62

05-02-2011, 07:01pm

ooh joanne I love love that top. I am lusting after it in the vest version with the scarf :lurve: It's much pinker than it looks onine, isn't it?

It's very pink, but I love it :lurve:. I couldn't make my mind up between the top and the vest, but thought I would get more wear out the top now.

Katoid

05-02-2011, 07:08pm

katkinn

05-02-2011, 07:10pm

I *might* have bought this in the green after lusting after other plumo scarves on here:

http://i54.tinypic.com/2zecmqd.jpg

I dithered b'cos although the grey would be more useful, I have bought so much grey/black recently that I felt like I needed more colour, it'll be ok if the green is a nice muted moss green as it is in the pic, but if it's any brighter it'll go back (and I'll prob order the grey and think 'why didn't I do that in the 1st place?!' :laff:)

!

nooooooo the green is absolutely beautiful you must must keep it. Even if it's brighter, honestly it will look fabulous with grey and navy. Really gorgeous. Have you seen the green pash Shining Star wore the other day with navy? It looks so so so gorgeous, completely lifts the outfit. Am v tempted to sheep :lol:

It's very pink, but I love it :lurve:. I couldn't make my mind up between the top and the vest, but thought I would get more wear out the top now.

It's Pink, isn't it :lol: I thought it would be a more of nudey colour but there's no getting past the fact it's pink! I think a vest would be better for me for under a little black blazer I've got and even my sequin jacket :scratchchin: And then the scarf for during the day as well! It's so gorgeous.

eta - ooh meant to say lovely skirt TP. I was eyeing up a gorgeous one earlier, can't remember where though :doh: Might have been Top Shop tall? I didn't take much notice though as I couldn't wear it in a million years :lol:

Tigerpants

05-02-2011, 07:10pm

Ooh how many posts to this thread today! Great work all!

Btw I saw my giraffe print cardie in h&m today silo they still have it if anyone still wants it xx

I was v restrained and despite wine lunch with my lot and my mum, I only bought kids clothes today!!

Katoid :oops: I can't believe it I was looking for something similar today and couldn't find anything I liked, didn't see your one in H&M :cry:

coolfm

05-02-2011, 07:12pm

I love that dress chickpea. :lurve: And the colour of that green scarf looks great. I hope it's right when it arrives. :fingerscrossed:

Katoid

05-02-2011, 07:24pm

Oh boo TP! I'm back there on Monday so am more than happy to sneak in to h&m for you if you like? Just tell me what size xx

Peony

05-02-2011, 07:37pm

Love the top joanne - can't imagine it being pink.

Great scarf chickpea. I've been tempted by green stuff lately and it's not usually in my wardrobe and I've not idea why!

Minky

05-02-2011, 08:05pm

TP I hope you can find a denim skirt. I haven't looked in Uniqlo - could they be a contender? Also did notice one in Marks - Limited Collection. Chickpea t hat dress is just lovely :lurve:.

I am going to try to get into H and M to check out that cardi, thanks Katoid! And also into Uniqlo on Monday to get a breton :nod:.

Tigerpants

05-02-2011, 08:13pm

Oh Katoid you darlingheart :higgies:

Minky I bought that denim skirt and it's perfect I'm so so pleased with it :grin: it's the shies I'm after now

TP
xxxx

Chell

05-02-2011, 08:22pm

I just bought these Rocket Dog boots, for £18.99 from the Hut "apparantly" down from £65. I've bought waaay too much this month and it's only the 5th already, argh!http://thehut.pantherssl.com/productimg/0/180/180/82/10287882-1289822516-919000.jpg
I've got the higher version of those, I paid full price but they are reduced on Schuh just now. I love them but don't find them comfy for walking although I do walk a lot pushing a crappy double buggy. I've just ordered some boots from NEXT in the hope that they feel better.

Minky

05-02-2011, 08:22pm

The shies? :laff:

I'm also going to Hennes on Monday (there is one on High St Ken, right?) and can absolutely get you one if you want, let me know what size. :shh: I shall be looking for myself too :wink:.

Oh glad you got that skirt, it's fabby!

Toosh

05-02-2011, 08:26pm

Oh I love that top joanne :lurve: Off to look at everything else now.

Chell

05-02-2011, 08:29pm

Love your Primark scarf Noo Noo. I'm going to return the coral one tomorrow. I saw a Mum in the playground wearing it and decided it wasn't me. If anyone wants it I can post it to them rather than return it. I'm going to town to return the DPs denim skirts tomorrow.

L66TTY

05-02-2011, 11:22pm

For denim skirt lovers
http://www.whitestuff.com/showall/true/skirts-CW_SKIRTS/ I have the love boat one which I wear lots with cotton rich tights and long brown boots!

But the Havana one is more like the ones you are looking for/have found!

scotgal

05-02-2011, 11:44pm

Also bought this tonight, cheap and cheerful from Peacocks with a discount code :)

http://www.peacocks.co.uk/graphics/product_images/pPEAC1-6762273v380.jpg http://www.peacocks.co.uk/graphics/product_images/pPEAC1-6788070v380.jpg

Pippin

06-02-2011, 07:53am

Half the pictures don't seem to load on my computer atm :meh:

Gorgeous buys Scotgal.

katkinn

06-02-2011, 08:13am

Fab parka scotgal!

Elle Driver

06-02-2011, 08:57am

http://www.avenue7.com/MakeThumbnail/400/400/ProductImages/GoodsPickedByShoppers/1290596234424039035ad91d4a63f14746b29488e244bcc963 %5BD%5Djpeg

from eBay, Jamie jeans. Given up ever finding them instore. I bought them in a shorter length than usual to showcase my footwear :lol:

Dr Spouse

06-02-2011, 01:15pm

OK, so all of the M&S order is going back, except the workout gear (how sad am I?). I have come to the conclusion that drapey cardigans/tops don't work in chunky knit, they just make you look huge. And the two dresses I ordered were like sacks :yuck:

I have finally decided on which shoes I am keeping and they are

http://cdn.next.co.uk/Common/Items/Default/Default/ItemImages/Search/982332.jpg
from Next AND :spank:
http://www.aldoshoes.com/static/webUpload/731/26_pastorin_28_2.jpg
from Aldo.

The brogues that someone was asking about - the plain ones which are synthetic were v. stiff and wouldn't soften up I know, and the 2-coloured ones were nice and actually quite soft but really didn't fill a hole in my shoe wardrobe (so I am good, honest).

lafleur

06-02-2011, 02:43pm

OK, indulge me as I've just been through the thread from the start and had to comment on a few lovely things.

CL, I adore the 'Royal Wedding shoes', and all the other stuff. You have a really distinctive (in a good way) style going on there. And Figgy's purple shoes I also :lurve: So cute!

Also love CiL's bag and Shiny's ASOS flares (not sure they'd suit my stumpy legs though) and Pancs' leather trews (same goes for my legs there).

I went into town yesterday to pick up a knee support and ended up getting a couple of things.

Boots from Office - £30, reduced from £120. I can't find them on the website, but they're sort of like these:
http://www.office.co.uk/images/shoes/thumb/17204001_t1.jpg
but are calf rather than knee high, and they have a higher heel. I like how the straps mean I can tighten them to wear with tights/leggings or loosen for jeans.

Also, a few bits from Accessorize:
http://www.accessorize.com/content/ebiz/accessorizeeu/invt/88651820/88651820_T.jpg

http://www.accessorize.com/content/ebiz/accessorizeeu/invt/88269581/88269581_T.jpg

http://www.accessorize.com/content/ebiz/accessorizeeu/invt/88176381/88176381_T.jpg

I have another shopping trip planned for half term, so hopefully I'll be back on here with a few more bits.

bluestar

06-02-2011, 05:59pm

Oh dear, a Primark haul and a few bits from DP and Next :doh:

I now MUST stop shopping. Will pap them later...

Starbright

06-02-2011, 08:22pm

I have had a bit of an bargaintastic month so far, although quite a lot of it is sheeped from this forum, so possibly spending more time here will in fact be bad for my bank balance, albeit I'll look far better :nod:

http://i55.tinypic.com/2a4y41w.jpg

Which I would never have looked at had I not seen PiP and laurasaurus rocking it on the WAYWT thread

http://i51.tinypic.com/qn9sgn.jpg

The ubiquitous Toast tunic :grin: which I loved in the catalogue earlier in the season so jumped at it when it hit the boards.

Finally I made a decision about a satchel style weekend / casual bag, I just couldn't find a decent quality leather one which was quite right, despite having put some money on one side to treat myself, so I ended up going for a totally non leather one

http://www.barbourbymail.co.uk/Barbour-Metallic-Tarras-Bag.html

Oh and one of these cos my last one got left in Cambodia, not really fashion but I spent ages choosing the design to ensure it matches the rest of my gear :lol:
http://i54.tinypic.com/9htn9l.jpg

bluestar

06-02-2011, 09:07pm

https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/_ytjK6mPwr6w/TU8HBkRZlvI/AAAAAAAAAek/4wN1IX8Ofro/s512/CIMG3207.JPG

https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/_ytjK6mPwr6w/TU8HMNuTnCI/AAAAAAAAAeM/_DW7fV5zPpw/s640/CIMG3212.JPG

https://lh6.googleusercontent.com/_ytjK6mPwr6w/TU8HK-D3OqI/AAAAAAAAAes/wBZdvzBdqrY/s512/CIMG3213.JPG

https://lh6.googleusercontent.com/_ytjK6mPwr6w/TU8HKfmZVuI/AAAAAAAAAfA/EZWE69ze2lc/s512/CIMG3211.JPG

https://lh4.googleusercontent.com/_ytjK6mPwr6w/TU8HJd67III/AAAAAAAAAfQ/cqLN6h_MyHg/s512/CIMG3210.JPG

http://cdn.next.co.uk/Common/Items/Default/Default/ItemImages/Search/367430.jpg

http://cdn.next.co.uk/Common/Items/Default/Default/ItemImages/Search/431146.jpg

Blonde Girl

06-02-2011, 09:38pm

Wow great haul Bluestar, the bag is super cute :nod:

Love the parka Scotsgal :thumb:

Strarbright, I really, really like that dress. Laurasaurus is wearing it on the WAYWT thread and it is gorgeous :nod:

I am sad to say the Plumo dress is going back :sigh: it is SUCH lovely quality, and a great colour (proper dark navy and cream), but it is just too long and too fitted (OK, tight :oops:). I don't even think if I sized up it would be Ok as the fabric itself is too clingy. I am relatively slim, but in my mid-30s after several pregnancies I am rather lumpy and bumpy :cry:

Oh well, that's nearly 50 quid saved as I'll get the postage back I assume under DS regs.

Minky

06-02-2011, 09:42pm

Ah poop BG, it was so lovely :cry:.

Loving that Toast tunic popping up! It's a classic :nod:.

I really love that bag too Bluestar, and lafleur, CUTE headband!

I do love seeing what everyone has bought on this thread, it really makes my day!

Chickpea

06-02-2011, 09:46pm

Aah that's a shame BG, I thought it looked lovely, but it does look very clingy.

Was just about to ask a general question re getting the postage back. I'm relatively new to buying on tinternet, and so far the few bits I've bought I've kept, with the exception of the toast tunic. So can I claim postage back too? (sorry for dumb question).

jellybean

06-02-2011, 10:05pm

I have bought my outfit to wear to a wedding
http://images.newlook.com/is/image/newlook/womens/dresses/day%20dresses/floral%20prom%20dress/211460209?$get_the_look$
http://images.newlook.com/is/image/newlook/womens/shoes/court%20shoes/smart%20wedge%20court/210856318?$get_the_look$
with black tights.

What do you think? does it look ok? i'm normally in jeans and tee-shirt so need some reassurance!!

Dr Spouse

06-02-2011, 10:52pm

I do love seeing what everyone has bought on this thread, it really makes my day!

Vicarious buying, totally agree!
Especially things I'd never wear, that wouldn't suit/fit me.

Chickpea

07-02-2011, 10:22am

Ever the person to be one season behind, I've just bought these black work boots this morning:

http://www.next.co.uk/shopping/women/shoesandboots/3/12

Clearly I can't get my head around the fact that I prob won't be in boots in a couple of months time, but at least I can tuck them away for next year! (and be even more unfashionable then! :teehee: )

donna-j

07-02-2011, 10:24am

Oh I love those Chickpea.

Sparkly

07-02-2011, 10:35am

Aw BG what a bummer about your dress :sigh: but hopefully you'll find something even better for the same £££.

Chickpea I love those boots!

Jelly I like both items separately but not sure that they would work together - would you post a pic? They are both quite casual imo, though the dress could be dressed up with a more formal shoe if you really love it.

Tigerpants

07-02-2011, 10:37am

BG - that is a shame about the dress but better you get something you'll love :nod:

Chickpea - you are so funny, those boots are lovely but don't tell me you're giving up "our" biker boots :faint:

I've just been looking on Next after seeing those boots of yours and now these are calling to me :oops:
http://cdn.next.co.uk/Common/Items/Default/Default/ItemImages/Search/381688.jpg

Chickpea

07-02-2011, 10:43am

TP - gawd NO I would NEVER give up on 'our' boots :teehee:

But I just wear them day in day out, and I feel I should probably get something else to wear so I can alternate them a bit. (DH will go MAD and say something like 'MORE boots????' But I live in them!)

Tigerpants

07-02-2011, 10:46am

I know what you mean, I've worn mine every day since I got them, which begs the question why didn't I buy them sooner :doh: :lol:

Thats why I'm checking out loafers and moccasins as I'm trying to stop wearing boots all the time :grin:

Toosh

07-02-2011, 11:10am

Jellybean, I agree with Sparkly. Both items are cute but they are quite casual :nod:

I'm playing the basket dance with the one and only thing I like from the new La Redoute catalogue, a maxi but I hate paying postage and can't find a code :toetap:

lazybones

07-02-2011, 11:19am

I really like this.

http://media.laredoute.co.uk/images/5/13/CM/5X_32420_6500_3242065000001.jpg (http://www.laredoute.co.uk/ruffled-t-shirt-3-colours.htm?ProductId=324206500&t=6#)

What is la redoute sizing like?

Toosh

07-02-2011, 12:15pm

Nice LB :thumb: I usually find La R sizing to be on the generous side. I've ordered this as it is down to £38 but I don't think it's gonna be long enough :rolleyes: It says 135cm but doesn't say where it measures from :rolleyes:

http://media.laredoute.co.uk/images/5/13/AM/5X_32419_0815.jpg (http://www.laredoute.co.uk/cotton-viscose-long-dress-with-narrow-straps.htm?ProductId=324190815&t=6#)

lazybones

07-02-2011, 12:17pm

I love that :lurve: hopefully it will be long enough :fingerscrossed:

I will wait to payday to order the top :angel:

LiLi

07-02-2011, 12:44pm

I've just seen this La Redoute code on HUKD - hope it helps! http://www.hotukdeals.com/vouchers/15-off-20-spend-plus-free-delivery-la-redoute/867211

ETA - there are other codes on that thread too - like 2437 for 40% off entire order. I don't think I've ever paid full price for something on La Redoute!

Blonde Girl

07-02-2011, 02:31pm

Ooh that's lovely Toosh, gorgeous :lurve:

Great top as well Lazybones :nod:

As a poss replacement for the Plumo tunic, and to stop me ordering the Toast tunic I have ordered this from Boden today.

http://db.tt/ey5Xsln

My size is a on a 4 week wait in his colour so have ordered the grey marl one as well so I can check the size without waiting 4 weeks.

http://db.tt/DF4kktY

Sparkly

07-02-2011, 03:32pm

Pretty dress Toosh and that little tunic is cute BG. Didn't notice it in the catalogue.

Cymber

07-02-2011, 03:42pm

Elle Driver

07-02-2011, 03:52pm

Me too Cymber (quelle surprise :lol:)

Buuut - Toosh, and I don't mean to pee on your chips but whilst it looks lovely in that pic I think the other pics put me off, I remember it looking a bit blah when I zoomed. Worth a try if it's cheaper than it's usual price.

jellybean, LOVE the shoes but not with that dress if I'm honest and definitely not for a wedding. Far too casual :meh: Sorry.

I've ordered a couple of bits but will wait to see how I find them before I post them all :sleep:

These boots though:

http://cdn.kurtgeiger.com/dynamic/eshop/product_images/thumbnail_cache/474x427/1537100109-2-nine-west-sitcom-black-boots-knee-high.jpg

http://cdn.kurtgeiger.com/dynamic/eshop/product_images/thumbnail_cache/474x427/1537100109-3-nine-west-sitcom-black-boots-knee-high.jpg

V. bargainous and as I've been dreaming about otk boots lately I thought it was silly not to :oops:

Well my nine west boots have arrived and oh. my. word. I LOOOOOVE :lust: them :lust:

Can't wait to wear them tomorrow :dansin:

Have also ordered a ton of tankinis for my holiday in April :cheer: :woohoo: :sun: but will post pics if I'm keeping any.

I saw a gorge pair of chinos that I want to go back for in primmers today and also a lovely pair of khaki roll up shorts too. :sun::sun::sun:

jellybean

07-02-2011, 03:57pm

Thanks for your opinions. What sort of dress would you get for a wedding? I have a budget of £30 for the dress. I'm really struggling to find an outfit.

donna-j

07-02-2011, 04:02pm

I linked to one from French Connection on Livvypop's thread. Something like that. There are bits and pieces left in the sale so fabby reductions. Will have a squizz.

donna-j

07-02-2011, 04:04pm

What size are you? There are quite a few left in Oasis at under £30 but it depends on what size you are as stock is low.

donna-j

07-02-2011, 04:05pm

I love this one in both colours:

http://www.oasis-stores.com/fcp/product/Oasis//Angel-Sleeve-Embellished-Dress/4470075801?colour=black

jellybean

07-02-2011, 04:07pm

donna i'm a size 16

jellybean

07-02-2011, 04:07pm

will have a look at the link

donna-j

07-02-2011, 04:08pm

Like this too:

http://www.oasis-stores.com/Love-Dress/Sale/oasis/fcp-product/3170080501

donna-j

07-02-2011, 04:10pm

This could be dressed up beautifully

http://www.oasis-stores.com/60s-Bow-Shift-Dress/Sale/oasis/fcp-product/3470063801

Raspberry beret

07-02-2011, 04:12pm

I like your dress, Jellybean, I'd probably wear it with black tights and black shoes. Or there are some nice dresses £30 and under in the Warehouse sale. One of these?

http://www.warehouse.co.uk/embellished-prom-yoke-dress/Dresses/warehouse/fcp-product/302107

http://www.warehouse.co.uk/smart-ruffle-dress/Dresses/warehouse/fcp-product/301532

http://www.warehouse.co.uk/short-sleeve-ruffle-dress/Dresses/warehouse/fcp-product/301490

http://www.warehouse.co.uk/multi-ruffle-dress/Dresses/warehouse/fcp-product/302222

ETA also love the dresses Donna linked to, esp the 2nd one.

Sparkly

07-02-2011, 04:22pm

That pleated Oasis dress is gorgeous!

Bettie May

07-02-2011, 04:33pm

Loved Toosh's Warehouse swallow blouse but funds won't allow.... so bought a similar shaped blouse (with the tie bit at the front) in New Look today... navy with colourful birds. Fiver off at the till too so £20.

http://www.newlook.com/shop/womens/tall/birdy-tie-neck-blouse_213410749

I'm not sure that pic is even the same... sleeves are longer on mine and it has more scarfy bit round the neckline... hmmm. Similar anyway.

Also some black wedge boots. Cheap and cheerful. Did want leather in this shape but giving up searching and I'm not sure I want to pay more for something that I may not wear for many months.

http://www.newlook.com/shop/womens/boots/suedette-shoe-boot_213812601