Monthly Archives: December 2013

Gifts under £50 at Ernest Jones

18th December 2013

This is probably one of the last gift guides I’ll write for 2013 as Christmas has become scarily close…how is it only a week away? Seriously?!
Anyway, better late than never with this post and if you happen to have an Ernest Jones store near you (lucky me, I do!) you can still pick up some of these beautiful gifts for someone special.
Gifts for Her:

How cute are these Ted Baker rocking horse earrings? They’d be perfect for the girly girl in your life and cost a not too eye watering £29.

This rose gold bracelet by Folli Follie is just beautiful, it comes in at the top end of the budget at £50 but I know quite a few people in my life who would adore this….my Mum for one, I wish I had seen it a bit sooner!

It’s back to Ted Baker for pick number three, he designs some seriously good jewellery (along with seriously good everything else!) Apart from wanting this for myself it’d be perfect to tell your best friend how much she sparkles and is reduced to £29 (half price!)

Gifts for Him:
Ok, the gifts for him post was much harder to write than gifts for her as I’ve never really bought jewellery as a bloke gift before. I can imagine Ben wearing this Fossil bracelet though and at £45 it’s a pretty sound investment.

Cufflinks sometimes feel like a bit of a cop out, although if you know a man like my Dad there is no such thing as too many cufflinks. I really like these by Gaventa, they cost £30 and remind me a lot of lego. Grown up lego = winner for Dad’s.

I’m not sure where I stand on necklaces for men but this one did catch my eye several times during my browsing of the website. It’s by Simon Carter, costs £35 and is an exclusive product to Ernest Jones. I can’t see the men in my life wearing it but I’m sure some of you will be able to find a recipient!

So that’s my final and somewhat brief gift guide done and dusted.
I love giving jewellery as gifts (my friends will attest to that) as it’s something that lasts a long, long time. What are your thoughts on it and what do you think of my picks?

xxx

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A Wise old Owl sat on an Oak

17th December 2013

Dress: New Look
Boots c/o Sarenza
Necklace c/o Argento
I’m not sure what made me buy this dress as it really isn’t my typical style and I’m not quite sure it suits me but something drew me to it and I ended up making the purchase. Maybe it was the rich teal colour, or perhaps the subtle flock print…a huge factor was the £14.99 price tag. Even if I only wear it a handful of times it’s not a huge loss. I need to get used to bodycon styles though, one day I may even stop buying them in a size up. Bodycon skirts is one thing I’ll never do, I am yet to find one that is flattering on me.
Anyway, on to this gorgeous necklace. When I was offered the chance to pick an item from Argento I automatically started to browse for owl related things. You see, ever since my Nan died owls have become a symbol for me (and the rest of my family) as she loved them. It feels like she is there when they are around.
I stumbled across this little beauty and knew it had to be mine. The second it arrived I was in love and I decided to get semi creative with my photos and take some in a more natural habitat for a woodland creature. Improving photography is right up on the top of my 2014 to do list.
I actually love Argento, I’ve shopped there frequently because of their great prices and service. There are so many gorgeous owl pieces at the moment it breaks my heart that I’m having to be extra careful with money right now. Still, if you’re looking for last minute Christmas gifts or fancy a treat you could always take a browse…they are also an official Pandora stockist which makes me want to fill my bracelets so full they won’t do up!
Do you have an animal or item that symbolises anything? I’d love to hear about it.
xxx

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Oh La La Redoute

16th December 2013

Dress c/o la redoute

Boots c/o Barratts (last year)
When La Redoute offered to send me an item from their new in collection I knew from the moment I saw this dress that there really wasn’t going to be any other option.
I wasn’t disappointed when it arrived, quite the opposite in fact as in real life this dress is stunning. I immediately changed out of what I was wearing and slipped it on…hello dreamy fit and because it is lined as well as knitted it hangs beautifully.
Mum was home so I got her to take some photos. I’m used to doing it on my own using the kitchen worktop so I look more awkward than ever as it’s odd posing for another person! I must get used to it though, I really want to improve the photography on my blog…new year resolution?
Back to the dress and La Redoute in general. Have I mentioned how much I love it? The collar detailing is just stunning…who needs accessories? There are some amazing pieces on the store’s website at the moment, I hadn’t really checked them out for a while- I used to shop there frequently and now I find myself wondering why I ever took a break!
xxx

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A little British Watch Company Wishlist

15th December 2013

Well, here is a website with a misleading (in a good way) name. British Watch Company doesn’t just sell watches as the name may suggest but a whole array of gorgeous jewellery and accessories too. With so much time off work I’ve had far too much time to look in to such things and create little wishlists. Or not so little wishlists. It’s an addiction, I admit I am totally hooked.

I just love the simplistic design of this Fossil Bangle (£46.99). If it was mine it would never leave my wrist, it’s one of those timeless pieces that go with just about every outfit (perhaps not my current standard of onesie and slippers by 3pm!)

Another classic from Fossil, £149.00. I’ve spent many a shopping trip having a browse in the Fossil shop in Cabot Circus, their bags are timeless and beautiful. This one is one of those “chuck everything in it but still look chic” type bags….the type I most need in my life! 

I thought I probably ought to add a watch or two to my wishlist too, given the name of the website and it’s main focus…I got a bit sidetracked by everything else on offer! I love how feminine this Ted Baker watch is, the pink and rose gold just work beautifully. It’s one for the Christmas list though as it costs almost £80.

Last but by no means least I return to my favourite brand of all for watches and jewellery, Guess. I’m not usually one for watches with massive dial detail but this somehow looks subtle at the same time. Another for the “in my dreams” list at £148.00 but maybe one day eh? 

I love being surprised by a website, you go in with an expectation based on name or reputation and then discover something else entirely. This is exactly what’s happened with British Watch Company and I’ll be saving my pennies for a little Guess splurge in the New Year.
Have you ever had this with a website? Do share your discoveries.

xxx

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Sarenza Sunday- in my dreams!

15th December 2013

I thought I’d go wild for this week’s Sarenza post and browse the boutique section. It was probably a mistake as it’s jam packed with utterly beautiful footwear that I can only afford in my dreams. The perfect example are these “Joni” by Terry de Havilland boots which cost an eye-watering £499!
The silver is so space age and I love how Sarenza have styled them in the first photo. These boots will be on my mind for quite some time…here’s hoping there is a mega sale at some point, or I hit the jackpot on the lottery.
I also just wanted to point you to the area marked “Christmas” on the Sarenza  website, chock full of gift ideas for all the family it’s one not to be missed.
Show me your dream shoes
xxx

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