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  • #512
    fillefatale
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 2,225 ✭✭✭fillefatale


    Twee. wrote: »
    AH so excited! Boardsies are the best! I'm gonna be there at the same time as another poster, and he's after recommending an indie club that has a SWIMMING POOL! Amazing.

    oh what one is it?

    sorry i haven't gotten the links yet - need to get them on the pc and will send tomorrow asap, hope they help! the shopping is brilliant. you'd need a day or two to dedicate yourself to it fully as theres so much to do besides you can forget to shop - even I have, the past two times I was there!


  • #513
    Larianne
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 35,954 ✭✭✭✭Larianne


    Twee. wrote: »
    ...and he's after recommending an indie club that has a SWIMMING POOL! Amazing.

    WHAT? :eek: :)

    I mailed the link to that vintage store to a friend... we are now planning a trip to Berlin. YESSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSS! :D


  • #514
    Novella
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 13,713 ✭✭✭✭Novella


    You guys have me wanting to go to Berlin so badly now!!


  • #515
    dudara
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    Sapsorrow wrote: »
    Oh btw Twee, when In Berlin I couldn't recommend Humana in Friedrichshain more, it's a huge second hand shop (the biggest in Europe maybe??), very very cheap vintage stuff and all the clothes are divided according to era, twenties, thirties, forties etc.. It's like 3 or 4 stories tall. I spent about 4 or 5 hours there and got sooo much stuff it's incredible! Check out the photos on this link...

    http://www.humana-second-hand.de/shops_ft.html

    Oh that's amazing. I'm going to be in Berlin in August. That is easily one morning sorted.


  • #516
    ams
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    Twee. wrote: »
    AH so excited! Boardsies are the best! I'm gonna be there at the same time as another poster, and he's after recommending an indie club that has a SWIMMING POOL! Amazing.

    If this is called something like Kit Kat club be very careful!! My friends went there and it wasn't the regular night so lots of naked peeps and people leading each other round on leashes (unless thats the night you're looking for ;))


    http://www.timeout.com/berlin/berlin/venue/1%3A4979/sage-club
    Thursdays and Fridays are the "safe days" apparently!
    http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/KitKatClub


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  • #517
    jellie
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 15,503 ✭✭✭✭jellie


    Ive booked a couple of days off work to go shopping in london \o/ any recommendations?

    someone suggested westfield shopping centre to me, looks great - http://uk.westfield.com/london/ anyone been?

    been to oxford street before and didnt find it great.


  • #518
    Twee.
    Moderators, Recreation & Hobbies Moderators Posts: 9,721 Mod ✭✭✭✭Twee.


    ams wrote: »
    If this is called something like Kit Kat club be very careful!! My friends went there and it wasn't the regular night so lots of naked peeps and people leading each other round on leashes (unless thats the night you're looking for ;))


    http://www.timeout.com/berlin/berlin/venue/1%3A4979/sage-club
    Thursdays and Fridays are the "safe days" apparently!
    http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/KitKatClub

    That's probably it, and we're planning on going on a Thursday ;)


  • #519
    fillefatale
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 2,225 ✭✭✭fillefatale


    I might return to Berlin this August now because of these posts. It'll be a working holiday though, but still :D


  • #520
    Vinta81
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    Aye.

    http://nikkicrumpet.blogspot.com/2009/03/when-eyebrows-go-bad.html


  • #521
    LadyMayBelle
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 5,105 ✭✭✭LadyMayBelle


    Just finished my first stint in a local charity shop..talk about lovely clothes!! They don't send their stuff on anyway, just keep it there, which is great cos it's kinda a posh area. Loads of Zara, Banana Republic, Karen Millen, Mango, and a pair of Paige jeans that I really want but they are selling for 34.99 :(

    I'm thinking of starting another blog (once I get paid work) and display my strictly secnd hand purchases; I dunno, maybe allow myself ONLY to but second hand stuff for a whole year (bar underwear!)....hmmmm, dreams...


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  • #522
    Twee.
    Moderators, Recreation & Hobbies Moderators Posts: 9,721 Mod ✭✭✭✭Twee.


    Got the cutest wee bell for my bike at the Bernard Shaw car boot sale today. It's kinda purple/maroon coloured and will match my bike perfectly. I LOVE my bike :)

    Dawes%20Red%20Feather%202010%20City%20Bike.jpg

    Going to a 21st tonight and I've no idea what to put on me. All my gal pals are going real dressed up. Gonna have to dig deep in the wardrobe for something appropriate.


  • #523
    fillefatale
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    LadyMayBelle wrote: »
    Just finished my first stint in a local charity shop..talk about lovely clothes!! They don't send their stuff on anyway, just keep it there, which is great cos it's kinda a posh area. Loads of Zara, Banana Republic, Karen Millen, Mango, and a pair of Paige jeans that I really want but they are selling for 34.99 :(

    I'm thinking of starting another blog (once I get paid work) and display my strictly secnd hand purchases; I dunno, maybe allow myself ONLY to but second hand stuff for a whole year (bar underwear!)....hmmmm, dreams...

    I am tempted every day by clothes, it'd be frustrating though if there's loads of expensive labels and they'd be priced accordingly because they'd know their high brow labels there!

    Yeah considering now I'm buying in charity shops more often and spending my hard cash, I'm going to try and avoid ebay.


  • #524
    shellykbookey
    Closed Accounts Posts: 112 ✭✭shellykbookey


    Ok mods stop me if this is off topic/ wrong thread etc, but has anyone ever got a decent pair of fair trade jeans and if so where? By decent I mean not "mum" or skinny jeans under €200. I live in jeans and I'm trying to be good 'cos I know jeans are the devil in fashion stakes but I'm not having any luck online or in real life :(


  • #525
    Novella
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 13,713 ✭✭✭✭Novella


    Love Twee's tights in the WDYWT thread, actually loved the whole outfit!


  • #526
    Twee.
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    Novella wrote: »
    Love Twee's tights in the WDYWT thread, actually loved the whole outfit!

    Thanks! I do love a good bargain :D


  • #527
    Sapsorrow
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 4,057 ✭✭✭Sapsorrow


    shellykbookey wrote: »
    Ok mods stop me if this is off topic/ wrong thread etc, but has anyone ever got a decent pair of fair trade jeans and if so where? By decent I mean not "mum" or skinny jeans under €200. I live in jeans and I'm trying to be good 'cos I know jeans are the devil in fashion stakes but I'm not having any luck online or in real life :(
    shellykbookey wrote: »
    Ok mods stop me if this is off topic/ wrong thread etc, but has anyone ever got a decent pair of fair trade jeans and if so where? By decent I mean not "mum" or skinny jeans under €200. I live in jeans and I'm trying to be good 'cos I know jeans are the devil in fashion stakes but I'm not having any luck online or in real life :(

    Go vicinity for girls and Roads for boys, they're 60-80 euro here in cork and have a really good range of styles and cuts. They're in skatery-trendy type shops.


  • #528
    Vinta81
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 2,953 ✭✭✭Vinta81


    First pay day in 6 months last Friday so now my new ATM is here I genuinely need to do a make up shop, but am clueless where to start. I've been using Laura Mercier and Dior products but all this, primer stuff wtf? :( Such a bad girl when it comes to make up.

    So, eyeshadows, eyeliners, mascara, blush I'm sorted.

    What's the deal so with primers, foundations, setting powders what do I need?


  • #529
    lindtee
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    Novella wrote: »
    Love Twee's tights in the WDYWT thread, actually loved the whole outfit!

    Agree. And love, love, love the way you did your hair twee:)

    And I love Dolorus's and sapsorrows latest ones too. Get great ideas from the pair of my fellow red-heads!! (edit-gingers for justice:P)


  • #530
    Twee.
    Moderators, Recreation & Hobbies Moderators Posts: 9,721 Mod ✭✭✭✭Twee.


    Vinta81 wrote: »

    What's the deal so with primers, foundations, setting powders what do I need?

    Primer helps your make-up stay put! You put it on before foundation. I haven't used it yet, but everyone around here seems to swear by Smashbox Photofinish.

    If you're getting a new foundation, go around to a few different counters and talk to the sales assistants. They can advise you and give you samples. Take them home and try them on, as it can be hard to judge a colour in all the artificial lighting. If they won't give you a sample, well screw them :p Go elsewhere.

    I slap on powder by the boat load, so never spend much, usually just Rimmel or No. 7 from Boots.
    lindtee wrote: »
    Agree. And love, love, love the way you did your hair twee:)

    Thank you :) I just put mousse in when it was damp, blasted with the hair drier and then threw it up in a bun when I was doing my make up. When it was dry, bitta hairspray and a few clips to hold it over to one side. Easy peasy! I'm really bad at doing hair :o It's usually just up in a bun.


  • #531
    Vinta81
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 2,953 ✭✭✭Vinta81


    Twee. wrote: »
    Primer helps your make-up stay put! You put it on before foundation. I haven't used it yet, but everyone around here seems to swear by Smashbox Photofinish.

    If you're getting a new foundation, go around to a few different counters and talk to the sales assistants. They can advise you and give you samples. Take them home and try them on, as it can be hard to judge a colour in all the artificial lighting. If they won't give you a sample, well screw them :p Go elsewhere.

    I slap on powder by the boat load, so never spend much, usually just Rimmel or No. 7 from Boots.


    I looked for Smashbox photofinish but couldn't find any here in the City :( I'll have a look around work Weds. Foundation wise I'm gonna stick to Laura Mercier just a shade darker I think.

    I guess I'm just confused as to what the regime is for most people with primers, foundations moisturizing etc..


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  • #532
    ams
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    I have the smashbox primer and when I remember to use it it does really smooth out your base but I dont like putting an extra layer of gunk on my face every day! If you want to try out a cheaper alternative Gosh do a pretty similar one but I think its about 17e. Some people have raved about the penneys one that is a rip off of Benefits That Gal - Ive tried both and cant say I really notice a difference to my make up. A layer of powder works better for me imo.


  • #533
    Novella
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 13,713 ✭✭✭✭Novella


    I adore Smashbox primer, but I'm all out so I've been using up my Benefit Dr Feel Good. It's okay too, but I can't wait to get back to Smashbox. It really does make your make up go on smoother, and last longer. I am obsessed.


  • #534
    LadyMayBelle
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 5,105 ✭✭✭LadyMayBelle


    Question for Sapsarrow if she's about; I'm sure you've posted this before but what colour do you put into your hair?

    Revlon Colourstay is on my list of purchases for when I get my first wage packet...once I get a job of course:)


  • #535
    squeakyduck
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 2,766 ✭✭✭squeakyduck


    Does anyone know how to keep the strap of a slingback on your ankle? I'm planning on wearing a pair of slingbacks to an alternative night on Friday...I don't want to fall out of them! :o


  • #536
    Orlee
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 1,274 ✭✭✭Orlee


    I've heard hairspray is good for keeping them on your feetbut I've never tried it myself


  • #537
    LadyMayBelle
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 5,105 ✭✭✭LadyMayBelle


    Orlee wrote: »
    I've heard hairspray is good for keeping them on your feetbut I've never tried it myself

    I always heard hairspray was good for the sole of your shoe, especially if they are high heels and have no grip. I know I tried it once and it worked alright, but
    I hadn't worn the shoes without the spray so can't really advocate for it :)


  • #538
    fonpokno
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    squeakyduck wrote: »
    Does anyone know how to keep the strap of a slingback on your ankle? I'm planning on wearing a pair of slingbacks to an alternative night on Friday...I don't want to fall out of them! :o

    You can get little jelly type grip things (technical term :P), like scholl party feet, that stick onto the inside of the straps of slingbacks. You can get them cheaper in Marks and Sparks too instead of the proper Scholl ones. I think Boots do their own brand too.


  • #539
    [Deleted User]
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    http://www.asos.com/Asos/Asos-Clear-Plastic-Poncho/Prod/pgeproduct.aspx?iid=1057084&cid=2641&sh=0&pge=0&pgesize=20&sort=-1&clr=Clear


    LOL


    Watch the video for full amusement!


  • #540
    Sapsorrow
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    LadyMayBelle wrote: »
    Question for Sapsarrow if she's about; I'm sure you've posted this before but what colour do you put into your hair?

    Revlon Colourstay is on my list of purchases for when I get my first wage packet...once I get a job of course:)

    I use henna, the brand is el cahira and the shade is mahognay, you can get it from health food shops! The red one in lush is good enough but very pricey!


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  • #541
    Dolbert
    Closed Accounts Posts: 6,154 ✭✭✭Dolbert


    I use henna, the brand is el cahira and the shade is mahognay, you can get it from health food shops! The red one in lush is good enough but very pricey!

    Wow, you can get that kind of red from henna? I must give it a go, I'm using Live XXL at the moment but would love to find something kinder to my hair!


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