Latest Purchases - Read mod note in post #1

I have a wedding next week, after a couple ASOS buys and returns I ended up picking this up in New Look. Thought it was a bit dull at first to be honest but it actually all comes together quite nicely as an outfit, and it's nice on me as I'm curvy.



I also picked up a dark grey beaded clutch, it's not up on the website but it goes perfectly with the shoes I plan to wear - got these bad boys on crazy sale in Prada at Kildare village last christmas



The dress and clutch were €60 together, gave my student card and paid €48, can't complain!

For anyone who wanted to know what the coat I posted about previously is like after it was delivered - https://www.oasis-stores.com/ie/clothing/jackets-coats/wrap-coat/070335.html?dwvar_070335_color=37&position=52&cgid=coats-and-jackets#page=4&productsMoved=0&hideFeatured=false&start=52&categoryID=coats-and-jackets&cm_mmc=Linkshare-_-Affiliate-_-UKNetwork-_-TnL5HPStwNw&utm_source=Affiliate&utm_medium=LinkShare&utm_campaign=UKNetwork&utm_content=10&utm_term=Skimlinks.com&ranMID=24798&ranEAID=TnL5HPStwNw&ranSiteID=TnL5HPStwNw-sQqumub1r0YTRlJkC7Z.Mg&siteID=TnL5HPStwNw-sQqumub1r0YTRlJkC7Z.Mg

Its gorgeous, very fitted, has a frock coat vibe which is cool I think, nothing like anything else I own and can be dressy or just worn with jeans.
The material is actually quite thick and heavy so can be worn in winter but I would wear a jumper or layers under it and as said before, its not the type of coat youd want to get stuck in the rain in but then I knew it wasnt a rain jacket when I bought it.
Its really classy looking and comfortable and its true to size. Definitely worth the money.

Twee. wrote: »

I just got an email saying they're out of stock and are refunding me, raging! I'll have to have a nose around for some other good deals. I'll wear them with eveything so don't mind spending, but if there's a saving to be had I want it :pac:

That's so strange about the black ones! What size shoe are you normally? I wonder could you look at the kids ones as they're not as wide? Maybe if you're size 5 or smaller. I'm a 7 so don't know how valid this idea is lol.

I had sized down in the ones I ordered. My old ones are a 7 but once they wore in they were a bit big for me.

Thats so annoying, hate when that happens. Did you look on Schuh.ie? Sometimes they have really good deals on and their shoes are sometimes cheaper than other places I find.

Im a 5 and a half but usually just wear a six when I cant get half sizes, its so strange because some of the other colours fit so well, its just the black ones. I will try the kids ones, ive a few pairs of shoes that ive bought in the kids section and theyre the best fitting shoes I own.

Good call.

Ordered these boots from Zara, hope they work on me once they arrive!

https://www.zara.com/ie/en/flat-leather-biker-ankle-boots-with-faux-fur-p16160001.html?v1=17060684&v2=1281738

Also ordered a few other bits, like this jumper;

https://www.zara.com/ie/en/combined-high-neck-sweater-p04331127.html?v1=20657705&v2=1281565

and this dress;

https://www.zara.com/ie/en/printed-dress-p04479243.html?v1=30942077&v2=1121015

My winter wardrobe is coming together!

Classy looking coat, dateless and timeless, easy to dress it up or down, well wear!

I ordered some items from Littlewoods before Christmas and got them today. So delighted with them.

https://www.littlewoodsireland.ie/river-island-river-island-snake-print-leather-boot-grey/1600400352.prd?gclid=EAIaIQobChMIm8jpkczn5gIVmpntCh3LVgZBEAQYASABEgItT_D_BwE#sku=sku21904578?&cm_mmc=Google-_-Generic-_-WG+-+C&F+-+Smart+Shopping+-+River+Island-_-C&F


https://www.littlewoods.com/v-by-very-flute-sleeve-midi-jersey-dress-paisley/1600392747.prd


https://www.riverisland.ie/p/silver-metallic-leather-western-ankle-boots-739334



I bought the Stylebook app a few weeks ago and have been slowly cataloguing my clothes so I can make good use of what I have.

Needed some new bits for all the walking/running/hiking/yoga I'm going to do from January





20% off 2 items, they arrived today and I'm very impressed with the quality


ooops, sorry for the giant images

Just ordered this suit from Suitsupply, fantastic price and I had a €25 voucher so got it for an even better price! This was a new item but looks like it'll be sold out very soon.



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I can't find that app on Google play on an Android device. Have either of you found it useful? It sounds like the kind of thing I need!

Duvet Day, I got it straight from the Superdry website. I don’t know if you’re in Dublin - it might be in store? It also comes in navy.
Ordered it Sunday and got it Tuesday. Free delivery & returns.

https://www.superdry.ie/womens/jackets/details/91744/elements-tweed-hooded-parka-jacket--black

Yes have to agree about Superdry - coats are so warm

[Deleted User] wrote: »

I've a house full of impulse buys but I let my guard down lol.Yours is lovely.

I know what you mean all too well!

If you’re not wearing the impulse buys, is there a chance you could put them up on a Buy & Sell Facebook group (or similar) and see if you could get a few quid for them? Then you could get the Superdry coat with no guilt?

Uniqlo's merino is machine washable. If you want something a bit more interesting JW Anderson and Uniqlo U co-labs can be nice. I make a point of buying seamless Uniqlo U jumper ever autumn when they come out. I have Arket fisherman's jumper and have no issues washing it on delicate wash in the washing machine.

SozBbz wrote: »

Brilliant, that looks good. I might buy one in s simple style just to see how i like them for size/fit and then can look at more adventurous options in future.

I was actually in a huge Uniqlo when I was in Japan a few months back but just got overwhelmed and bought noting - I ultimately just bought a black floaty midi skirt in a small Uniqlo concession in a train station. Wishing I'd researched the brand a bit more before I went so I knew what to look out for.

I find them great for cheap seamless leggings, trench coats, some co-labs and merino jumpers. I have their cashmere jumper and I would not rate that one. I got a pair of their regular line cigarette jeans and found them very poor quality, I also have uniqlo u jeans and they are great. I never tried their work trousers because I
find elasticated back of the waist a bit cheap looking. Heatech stuff is great to layer under things.

I don't think they are very exciting brand but you get solid quality for the basics to pair with more interesting items in your wardrobe from other brands.

Twee. wrote: »

Had a nosey on the Sezane website and now my ads are full of beautiful things I can't afford :pac: They have some amazing pieces.

I picked up some of the extra fine merino blend knits from Uniqlo recently, round neck and polo neck(https://www.uniqlo.com/eu/en/search?q=Extra%20Fine%20Merino%20Jumpers%20%26%20Cardigans) and they are fantastic quality for €29.90. I do need a little camisole underneath as can be a tiny bit sheer, but I'm a cold creature so tend to wear them anyway!

I'm in London this weekend so might make a quick dash to Uniqlo for more colours

I love the Uniqlo on Oxford street - that was my gateway to Uniqlo
Also their merino wool range is great. The crew necks regularly come up on limited deals and you can get them for €19.90.

Yeah, Sézanes' clothes are gorgeous. They're are pricey enough, but seem to be really nice quality. Le sigh

(I recently saw a review of their clothes on a youtube video, I though it was this one by Emily Mariko, but on reviewing the video, it wasn't - she reviewed other French brands, but not Sézane. I now can't for the life of me remember who produced the video - if I remember I'll update my post as it was a fairly thorough review of the brands' knitwear.)

SozBbz wrote: »

Augh, the Sezane stuff is so beautiful, I want it all, and then I want a maid to do all the handwashing required!

Has anyone bought nice knitwear that can be put in the machine? Even on a low temp/delicate cycle etc? I'm constantly put off stuff because I HATE handwashing and I know I just won't wear things for the fear of having to wash them after. Especially at this time of year as its so hard to try clothes and when you handwash something, no matter how much i try to gently squeeze the water out, its still always sopping wet and takes ages to dry.

I'm constantly put off items when I see that they're handwash only - but I would also prefer to buy natural fibers where possible. Is this a circle that just can't be squared?

I'm the very same. This is the main reason why I try to avoid expensive delicate items, as I'm afraid I'll either destroy them and they'll never be the same after I've washed them ... or I won't have the discipline to handwash them (read: I'll be too lazy to handwash them :pac:).

Yet, I'm try to avoid purchasing fast fashion, so Uniqlo is a happy medium in some ways. Granted their clothes are mass produced, but I feel they're decent quality for the money, handy for basics, last longer than clothes at similar price points (I have some of their clothes for years and they've held their shape/colour well) and can be machine washed at a normal or delicate cycle were needed.

SozBbz wrote: »

Brilliant, that looks good. I might buy one in s simple style just to see how i like them for size/fit and then can look at more adventurous options in future.

I was actually in a huge Uniqlo when I was in Japan a few months back but just got overwhelmed and bought noting - I ultimately just bought a black floaty midi skirt in a small Uniqlo concession in a train station. Wishing I'd researched the brand a bit more before I went so I knew what to look out for.

They have a lot of stock - whenever I visit their stores it takes me ages to sort out in my head what I want/ need. I agree with what Meeeeh suggested above, take a chance on a few of their basic lines to get a feel for what they have to offer. I especially love their t-shirts/tops and knitwear (jumpers, cardigans).

In addition to JW Anderson and Ines de La Fressange, they also produce some unique graphic t-shirts and hoodies in collaboration with artists/ franchises (anything from Disney to Andy Warhol).