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dee_mc

purplecow1977 wrote: »

No I have worn it, lots! But not excessively since October! I don't a similar coat, so I guess it might be easier to sew one in. I'm not good at sewing........ where would I get a packet of them?!

It'll look different though

Oh I assumed it was a popper that couldn't be seen from the outside.
Most wool shops will have a small haberdashery section that'll sell them in a couple of different styles (mostly ones that you sew in and they're just structural, they don't have a decorative bit which I think is what you need) but somewhere like Hickeys is probably the best bet for something that will be seen. Bear in mind most poppers need a little tool for applying them (basically a clamp with a space the correct size to protect the visible bit of the popper when you hammer it into place) so the easiest and cheapest option might be to go to an alterations place like the ZipYard or one of the many independent ones and see what they can do. They might have something in stock that would suit, or at least have the tool so that you wouldn't have to pay for something you'll likely only use once!

purplecow1977

dee_mc wrote: »

Oh I assumed it was a popper that couldn't be seen from the outside.
Most wool shops will have a small haberdashery section that'll sell them in a couple of different styles (mostly ones that you sew in and they're just structural, they don't have a decorative bit which I think is what you need) but somewhere like Hickeys is probably the best bet for something that will be seen. Bear in mind most poppers need a little tool for applying them (basically a clamp with a space the correct size to protect the visible bit of the popper when you hammer it into place) so the easiest and cheapest option might be to go to an alterations place like the ZipYard or one of the many independent ones and see what they can do. They might have something in stock that would suit, or at least have the tool so that you wouldn't have to pay for something you'll likely only use once!

Thanks. All the other poppers have Michael Kors written on them but that wouldn't bother me if it was aobut the same size and colour - nobody would really notice that it was different. I guess I'll take it to the zipyard and see then. I'd feel a bit stupid going to TK Maxx with a popper that's fallen off but I am annoywed about it - coat cost me enough!!

Ciarrai76

I got a couple of sweatshirt tops on asos in their sale. I can't seem to copy their image locations anymore so here's the product links
http://www.asos.com/asos/asos-lightweight-sweatshirt/prd/6759267?CTARef=Saved%20Items%20Image

http://www.asos.com/asos/asos-sweatshirt-with-stripe-tipping-in-longline/prd/6806686?iid=6806686

Valentina

Ravel Hamden heels in lavender suede.

RhubarbCrumble

Can't link on the phone, but just bought a pair of Amelie superskinny jeans in River Island. I had a 20% discount code so got them for €40 instead of €50. Delighted They had to order them in for me though as they didn't have my size and it'll be about a week apparently, but that's fine.

purplecow1977

Does the River Island Grazia discount code work in store as well as online does anyone know

RhubarbCrumble

purplecow1977 wrote: »

Does the River Island Grazia discount code work in store as well as online does anyone know

It did for me today but they had to order the jeans online so I'm not sure whether it works with something you're physically buying there and then. Chance asking anyway. Sure you'll have nothing to lose

purplecow1977

I think I'll just order another pair of Mollys! They didn't have my size in an S in the shop!
Wondering, I've to wear a belt with the size 18s I got, but have a feeling the 16s would be too tight! Decisions, decisions!

RhubarbCrumble

purplecow1977 wrote: »

I think I'll just order another pair of Mollys! They didn't have my size in an S in the shop!
Wondering, I've to wear a belt with the size 18s I got, but have a feeling the 16s would be too tight! Decisions, decisions!

I have Molly in a size 8 and it was Amelie I ordered today. I wanted black but they didn't have an 8 in store in black so I tried them on in light blue in an 8 just for size and they were perfect. I tried on the 6 out of curiosity and they fitted but were a bit tight. The 8 were more comfortable so I'd say the size is fairly standard across the different styles.

Sorry to hijack thread a bit, but what are the fit like on the Mollys & Amelie's?
Is molly a regular fit jegging and Amelie super skinny?

Is the material good quality/wash well? I'm in the market for some new pants and now that there's a RI code floating about, I might purchase :pac: (any excuse!!)

I'm a 12, so guess il go for my usual size....

RhubarbCrumble

SmallTeapot wrote: »

Sorry to hijack thread a bit, but what are the fit like on the Mollys & Amelie's?
Is molly a regular fit jegging and Amelie super skinny?

Is the material good quality/wash well? I'm in the market for some new pants and now that there's a RI code floating about, I might purchase :pac: (any excuse!!)

I'm a 12, so guess il go for my usual size....

That fit is pretty much it in a nutshell. Molly's do have a zip and button and back pockets though so not quite jeggings as such, but definitely more jegging material, bit lighter than denim.
Don't let the words 'super skinny' scare you. It did me at first, which is why I initially bought Molly's, but the Amelie are quite stretchy, just more fitted, but very flattering.

Mine have washed fine, faded a small bit, but I find that happens with black no matter how carefully you try and wash it.

If you're generally a 12, then you should be fine going for that. Don't panic if they feel a bit tight at first. They do stretch slightly but not so much that they go baggy or anything.

With the 20% off at the moment (GRAZIAJAN17) now is definitely a good time to buy.

Perfect - thanks Rhubarb and crumble

purplecow1977

I might order a 16 as well and just return whatever doesn't fit.
Can return to the store so it's so handy!

RhubarbCrumble

purplecow1977 wrote: »

I might order a 16 as well and just return whatever doesn't fit.
Can return to the store so it's so handy!

Free standard delivery on anything over a tenner AFAIK.

jockeyboard

Thanks for posting the code! Do you know when it is valid until? *crosses fingers and eats pot noodles till payday.

RhubarbCrumble

jockeyboard wrote: »

Thanks for posting the code! Do you know when it is valid until? *crosses fingers and eats pot noodles till payday.

Until Monday 23rd apparently.

Kintarō Hattori

€43 reduced from Benetton. The photo really doesn't do it justice- it looks much nicer in reality. They also had it in black.

AMKC

Kintarō Hattori wrote: »

€43 reduced from Benetton. The photo really doesn't do it justice- it looks much nicer in reality. They also had it in black.

Oh lovely is it leather?
What is the fit like?
I have never bought from Benetton before but would be very tempted to buy that dress.
I have a 34in chest so what size would you recommend?
Normally a size 12 dress fits me.
Also do they have on online site?
Sorry for all the questions and once again I love the dress.

Kintarō Hattori

AMKC wrote: »

Oh lovely is it leather?
What is the fit like?
I have never bought from Benetton before but would be very tempted to buy that dress.
I have a 34in chest so what size would you recommend?
Normally a size 12 dress fits me.
Also do they have on online site?
Sorry for all the questions and once again I love the dress.

It's not leather but a very good quality faux leather.
I can't say as I was shopping with the missus at the time- she let me buy it for her. Also she's almost 5 months pregnant so there was no way to try it on. Instead we took a chance on it as it's unusual to see a dress like this in a deep rich blue like this.
In terms of fit, again I couldn't really say. However Zara clothing is pretty consistent for her and she usually wears an M from them. She'd be not quite a 10 and not quite a 12..... so I'm hoping Benetton is similar.
I didn't notice that they had an online sale, we were in Shaws in Drogheda who have a Benetton stand.

meeeeh

They ship to Ireland but I never ordered anything from them. I did by stuff from them for myself and they are brilliant for kids clothing.

https://ie.benetton.com/women/

Their sizing seems to be fine, possibly a bit closer to Zara than uk brands. They do very little actual leather.

retro:electro

Chloe susanna boots, finally mine! Bought through Vestiaire Collective.

anna080

anna080 wrote: »

Chloe susanna boots, finally mine! Bought through Vestiaire Collective.

Wow! I always wanted a pair of those. Well wear Anna080

retro:electro

SmallTeapot wrote: »

Wow! I always wanted a pair of those. Well wear Anna080

Thanks! They're second hand but have never been worn so they weren't as expensive as brand new. Am half afraid to wear them lol.

AMKC

Kintarō Hattori wrote: »

It's not leather but a very good quality faux leather.
I can't say as I was shopping with the missus at the time- she let me buy it for her. Also she's almost 5 months pregnant so there was no way to try it on. Instead we took a chance on it as it's unusual to see a dress like this in a deep rich blue like this.
In terms of fit, again I couldn't really say. However Zara clothing is pretty consistent for her and she usually wears an M from them. She'd be not quite a 10 and not quite a 12..... so I'm hoping Benetton is similar.
I didn't notice that they had an online sale, we were in Shaws in Drogheda who have a Benetton stand.

she let me buy it for her. Also she's almost 5 months pregnant so there was no way to try it on. Instead we took a chance on it as it's unusual to see a dress like this in a deep rich blue like this.

Awe very good and very nice of you to buy it for her.
Awe congratulations to both of you.
Hope it fits and the chance was worth it if not then she can always sell it. Yes it is a lovely blue makes the dress look really nice.

stop animal cruelty

SmallTeaPot there's very similar ones in River Island, love them myself but don't think I could pull them off!

Special shout-out to RhubarbCrumble - thank you for your advice re the River Island skinny jeans. I bought the Amelies (dark indigo). They're amazing! True to size (12R), perfect fit. Delighted! I will def seek out more colours/styles in the future



Also, got bought a Navy Hilfiger skirt. Think it will be nice paired with a mustard or cherry red jumper.

RhubarbCrumble

SmallTeapot wrote: »

Special shout-out to RhubarbCrumble - thank you for your advice re the River Island skinny jeans. I bought the Amelies (dark indigo). They're amazing! True to size (12R), perfect fit. Delighted! I will def seek out more colours/styles in the future

Aw, delighted you liked them SmallTeapot

Stheno

Was out in Malahide earlier and hit the jackpot in the sales.

Two lovely Olsen tops, a pair of jeans, and a lovely skirt

CathyMoran

I got a navy gingham dress in Sainsbury's, it was a bit big (they only had a size 10 but I would be 6-8) but I can use a wide belt!

Valentina

More new shoes... :eek:

Kurt Geiger Glitz Sneakers


Asos Looking Good Studded Flats
Hoping these aren't too wide or they might be too big