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The Chatwalk - Off Topic Thread

OldGoat · 2009-12-11 11:22:54

It's high time that there was a bit of a chatish thread going on in here. I've sounded out some opinions on this and while it's not a popular idea with everybody there are no major objections to it. Now, bearing in mind that I and the rest of the moderators reserve the right to ban anyone on a whim for posting anything we…

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#2342 01-09-2011 10:52PM

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I do love it, just hope the print isn't too bold. And what would my date wear? There's so many prints to choose from in this style.

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#2343 02-09-2011 12:22AM

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I ordered it, and a petticoat even though I can't afford either! Will be forced to wear a pair of shoes I already own. Only 50s style shoes I own are these and thats a major clash of patterns, but I might not care :pac:

Not to practice victory rolls and find a complimenting outfit for my date

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#2344 02-09-2011 12:54AM

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Princess Peach wrote: »

http://www.amazon.co.uk/Hell-Bunny-50s-Dress-Hawaii/dp/B003SPURFW/ref=sr_1_9?s=clothing&ie=UTF8&qid=1314911190&sr=1-9

Gorgeous. Vicotry rolls are not easy! You can get one side but the second one is not easy to match!! :rolleyes: There are LOADS of great tutorials on the internet. If all else fails curls and a big smile!

I would get the boy to dress in black and get a tie to match one of the colours in the dress. slick back his hair and bring a comb for novelty!

I love the 1940's / 50's

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#2345 02-09-2011 09:43AM

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Yep victory rolls just take LOTS of practice, and typical of me but I've found the less effort I put in the better they turn out, ie if I use rollers, hairspray, curling mousse and be really careful they don't work, if I just feck it together they're fab!

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#2346 02-09-2011 01:27PM

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I love that dress Princess Peach. I think those shoes will be great with it - just the right amount of contrast/clash. What kind of bag are you bringing?

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#2347 02-09-2011 09:46PM

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Gorgeous dress Lainey in Latest Purchases.
Saw Carol Voderman wearing it in a Daily Mail article yesterday, A stylist was giving her advice. I forgot how lovely Mango clothes are lately!

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#2348 02-09-2011 10:56PM

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Sibylla wrote: »

Gorgeous dress Lainey in Latest Purchases.
Saw Carol Voderman wearing it in a Daily Mail article yesterday, A stylist was giving her advice. I forgot how lovely Mango clothes are lately!

Thanks Sibylla.
It is beautiful, and at only €55 a real bargain I think - I hope it looks as good on me in heels, I had to go for the bigger size (I've put on weight, but primarily in the form of curves,so I'm borderline on the smaller size in T&A and a little roomy in the waist in the bigger). Think it should be okay tho will cinch in that belt

Mango have some really stunning stuff in atm and last few seasons really, and I asked today - you can order online and return to Arnotts. I suspect this is dangerous knowledge.

Only the cardigans had to be large, btw - in case anyone wanted to use this as sizing guideline!

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#2349 03-09-2011 12:16AM

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lainey316 wrote: »

Thanks Sibylla.
It is beautiful, and at only €55 a real bargain I think - I hope it looks as good on me in heels, I had to go for the bigger size (I've put on weight, but primarily in the form of curves,so I'm borderline on the smaller size in T&A and a little roomy in the waist in the bigger). Think it should be okay tho will cinch in that belt

Mango have some really stunning stuff in atm and last few seasons really, and I asked today - you can order online and return to Arnotts. I suspect this is dangerous knowledge.

Only the cardigans had to be large, btw - in case anyone wanted to use this as sizing guideline!

I'm sure it will look great.
With that knowledge about Arnotts I'm very tempted to do some credit card damage I find Mango are excellent value, I'm so disappointed with shops like Miss Selfridge etc lately.
Mango and Zara have really stepped up their game.

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#2350 04-09-2011 03:14PM

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Hello, just joined here.
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Cheers from Amsterdam.

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#2351 04-09-2011 08:27PM

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Any ASOS codes going?

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#2352 08-09-2011 10:00PM

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Love Anne Hathaways look in The Dark Knight rises, wasn't sure about her for the role of Catwoman but she looks amazing. Very Audrey Hepburn.

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#2353 09-09-2011 02:33PM

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Wore my pretty red dress with these shoes last night for a work event and got heaps of compliments

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#2354 09-09-2011 02:52PM

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Dolorous lovely combo! Everytime I wear these shoes girls just stare at them open mouthed, and boys ask to see the heel, all resulting in this face :eek:

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#2355 09-09-2011 05:02PM

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I NEED TO HAVE THESE. I am OBSESSED with shoes and boots that have studs on 'em. I don't know if I can justify the price tag though - almost 300 euro - 'cause they're not flats so I wouldn't be wearing them everyday...

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#2356 09-09-2011 05:28PM

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Novella wrote: »

I NEED TO HAVE THESE. I am OBSESSED with shoes and boots that have studs on 'em. I don't know if I can justify the price tag though - almost 300 euro - 'cause they're not flats so I wouldn't be wearing them everyday...

They are fabulous! €300 isn't a lot if you consider you will have them for years, they are the kind of shoes that will go with loads of outfits so you'll get loads of wear out of them and they are gorgeous!

Yes, I can pretty much justify any purchase

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#2357 09-09-2011 05:34PM

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ThurstonWhore wrote: »

They are fabulous! €300 isn't a lot if you consider you will have them for years, they are the kind of shoes that will go with loads of outfits so you'll get loads of wear out of them and they are gorgeous!

Yes, I can pretty much justify any purchase

That's what I was thinking! I mean, they could be worn with jeans or with something dressier and I think they'd make a simple outfit have a little bit of 'wow'! Plus I adore them and I'm pretty certain they are the key to my eternal happiness! :pac:

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#2358 09-09-2011 11:50PM

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Novella wrote: »

That's what I was thinking! I mean, they could be worn with jeans or with something dressier and I think they'd make a simple outfit have a little bit of 'wow'! Plus I adore them and I'm pretty certain they are the key to my eternal happiness! :pac:

Those boots are gorgeous Novella, Especially with Autumn/Winter they will look good with almost anything.

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#2359 10-09-2011 12:47PM

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Where are those boots from Novella? I love them!

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#2360 10-09-2011 01:10PM

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Semele wrote: »

Where are those boots from Novella? I love them!

They are by the designer Sam Edelman. They are selling for 275 euro on Asos at the moment, although stock is really low! (Only a size 8 left in the colour I posted, but they are also in black.)

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#2361 10-09-2011 10:12PM

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Novella wrote: »

I NEED TO HAVE THESE. I am OBSESSED with shoes and boots that have studs on 'em. I don't know if I can justify the price tag though - almost 300 euro - 'cause they're not flats so I wouldn't be wearing them everyday...

You could so do them yourself for a third of the price at very most!

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#2362 11-09-2011 11:08PM

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I adore Sam Edelman shoes. I swoon every time I see them!

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#2363 12-09-2011 04:32PM

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Novella wrote: »

I NEED TO HAVE THESE. I am OBSESSED with shoes and boots that have studs on 'em. I don't know if I can justify the price tag though - almost 300 euro - 'cause they're not flats so I wouldn't be wearing them everyday...

So what if they are €300, they're superb- stylish and sexy. You'll look and feel great every time you head out in them.

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#2364 13-09-2011 03:38AM

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Bored off my trolley trying to get to sleep so I decided to start looking for an outfit for my friend for her birthday as a prezzie (thinking tan-ish blazer with black jumpsuit) but instead got mezmorised by a dress and went on from there. :P

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#2365 13-09-2011 09:17AM

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Resi12 wrote: »

Bored off my trolley trying to get to sleep so I decided to start looking for an outfit for my friend for her birthday as a prezzie (thinking tan-ish blazer with black jumpsuit) but instead got mezmorised by a dress and went on from there. :P

Where's that dress from?

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#2366 13-09-2011 02:18PM

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Stench Blossoms wrote: »

Where's that dress from?

H&M, only €50. It's really nice isn't it?

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Went for gawk around the shops in Cork today..bad idea! So many things I want. I have decided that once my tips reach €300 I will treat myself to a few new bits and pieces. Shame I'm only working weekends now

I LOVE the skinny jeans FCUK have in at the moment. They fit like a glove.

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#2368 14-09-2011 09:56PM

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Is anyone really impressed with New York fashion week? It finally looks there are some classic trends that can be easily emulated on the high street.
These are from the Oscar de la renta show!

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#2369 16-09-2011 04:38AM

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Sibylla wrote: »

Is anyone really impressed with New York fashion week? It finally looks there are some classic trends that can be easily emulated on the high street.
These are from the Oscar de la renta show!

Too bad Uncle Oscar's clothes run into the thousands, I love love LOVE that blue dress! Hopefully we will see something similar in the high streets. Personally I would love to see some longer dresses out there. They can be so timeless and elegant, almost the kind of dress you could wear at any stage of life.

As for the second outfit - I have a couple of those almost Chanel-esque boxy jacket and skirt outfits, so this is something I could see myself wearing (okay a high street duplicate of) I love the colours too, beautiful for SS12. This is something the good shops should easily be able to replicate.

The last dress I'm not overly fond of. It's a beautiful colour but it's hard to tell from the photo what it's actually like. I would like to see another shot of the shoes though, they look fabulous.

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#2370 18-09-2011 03:55PM

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Novella wrote: »

I NEED TO HAVE THESE. I am OBSESSED with shoes and boots that have studs on 'em. I don't know if I can justify the price tag though - almost 300 euro - 'cause they're not flats so I wouldn't be wearing them everyday...

Christ they're dangerous looking!:D But different:)

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#2371 18-09-2011 05:48PM

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Popped into Westfield in London (the new one, the biggest shopping centre in 'urban' Europe, as it is tagged). It is literally 13 mins from my door, to the door of the centre. Gutting as I am skint, as usual. Only lasted about 30 minutes there today as it was torture; they have shop going (bar Urban Outfitters) and I only properly looked in Primark; the stuff is FAB. Teal mini's, gorgeous shades of all colours...

Bold Westfield, go away, please!!!!

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