Frugal Take Off (Bagged In The Sale)

Whenever the new season Plumo catalogue drops through my door, I love to earmark a couple of things to watch for in the sale. I love the aesthetics of Plumo and have had a few really good bargains in the past, never date and really really good quality. A woollen shawl and a sarong that have travelled everywhere with me.

But this isn't a post about Plumo - it's a take off of the Plumo outfit I chose here, but from Next. Now it may not look as cool, it may not last as long, but I was pretty chuffed with my purchases. Bagged in the sale too. Total cost twenty pounds! Below Plumo, followed by moi!

 

Not as baggy and grungy but I like! Wearing my trusty Kurt Geiger Lizzy's. Fourth pair - love em!

 I also love, love, loved this wallet. Expensive +++. But for Christmas from my hubby received the gorgeous black lamb leather wallet from Hush (seen after this picture).

A snip compared to Plumo and I love, love, love it!! I now use it instead of a handbag as it fits my phone, keys, money and lipbalm perfectly! It's all I carry!

Still wanting these though! Keeping an eye out for them to be dropped further still! 

Have you bagged any bargains this January? I didn't go hustling to Next, I couldn't cope. This was a passing by and I'll just drop in....and there they were waiting!!

I hope you are enjoying the New Year so far. Wrap up - they say snow is on the way. Already had some here in Lancashire! XX

Finding My Flare

I'm sure everyone has noticed flares have made a comeback.
I love a good flare. I'm a seventies girl. & they look great with wedges, my shoe of choice for easy walking, height and no pinched toes :-)

I spoke about my word for this year, how I was going to sort out every drawer, cupboard and room in my house. In doing my bedroom I found not one but two pairs of flares. 
Bonus - they fit me too after losing weight last year!! 

Here is how I've been wearing mine - Fur jacket, Boden silk shirt & Lola Cruz 
wedges for a meal to celebrate my 24th Wedding Anniversary!

Girly night (Said I love flares!)
Leopard print jacket, t-shirt & patent heels all Next.

Adding in my Oasis navy leather jacket & blanket scarf.....sooooo cold!

 & in the day - call this my Aunty uniform! :-)
Hush jumper, Ash Buckle Pumps,



Ready to go - in my cosy Belstaff Parka

& a gorgeous smiley boy!!


Jeans throughout are very old 7 for all mankind.
Of course I did send some things to the charity shop and will be putting a few things on good old Ebay.

So how about you? Will you be embracing flares this year?
XX

Waiting For Hush

No, not the peace and quiet kind, although that is very nice.....I've been waiting (not so patiently) for these Coated Biker Jeans from Hush.
On back order they arrived and were opened with so much anticipation, like a very over excited child on Christmas day. My present to myself, it's all good!

I love the detailing, the zips and padded knees, they feel great on, more than that they make me feel great!! Well worth the wait - & 20% off :-)

I wore them out to a drinks party, with my bright pink & christmassy Boden Blouse now 50% off in the sale, ggggrrrr!

So, last day in work today - ending with an antenatal class at 9.00pm, but then straight to my best friends for a girlie get together! Cant wait! My Christmas starts tonight!!

Wishing you all a happy day whatever you're up to!
XX

Currently Coveting

I am absolutely loving these coated biker jeans from hush, the stitched details, quilted effects and the zips make them stand out. Think I'd feel pretty cool stepping out in these.

On back order of 9 weeks - it gives me time to drop a few pounds with my juicing detox 
(more on this soon) ;-0

Oh, currently 10% off at hush & free delivery....

 Whilst visiting Inge over at Chicncheerfull I saw this image on one of her posts - such a gorgeous colour (source unknown), so easily replicated too.....

So, if money were no object I'd pair those coated biker's with this shirt (also hush) but at £140 

(it is silk I know) it is out of my price range so I'm on the lookout for an alternative - 

any ideas from you lovelies, please share!

Such good fun when the seasons change to add some stylish updates to your wardrobe,

I'm currently adding to my workwear wardrobe too and will share here soon.

Have a wonderful week - don't  forget to share any silk shirt alternatives!
XX

Hush Sssshhhh

I am loving this so comfy throw on maxi from Hush. 

Wearing here with an M&S tunic, bare feet, painted nails for a day of running around!

What are your favourite throw on clothes?
XX

52 Weeks of Happy (27, 28 & 29/52)

Well, there just is not enough hours in the day at the moment.

I have enjoyed lots of moments over the last few weeks, but so caught up in these moments that I have no photo's - sometimes that can be a good thing yes?

• Visited Richmond Tea Room again with a friend - and had a surprise visit whilst there from my 'L' who happened to be in Manchester for work!! He then decided to stay a couple of nights as Mr.L was away and he had an open return. Happy? Hell yesssss!

• After a particularly stressful day at work, these were waiting on my desk. I'm honoured to have such supportive work colleagues.

• A lovely parcel for moi arrived after a massive wardrobe clear out the week before - I have yet to find time to try them on - when I do I shall share here!

• My family being together for Easter - best feeling in the World. We enjoyed the company of my friend's Son and Daughter too on Good Friday, who I love very much.

• Prior to all of the above Mr.L and I had helped 'A' to move into her first home with her lovely partner 'S' - must get a good photo of him/them!! :-)

• Impromptu night in York with 'C' (best friend EVER! - You know the one!) We ate here again - it's just the bee's - if you ever visit York you must go, but ssshhh please don't tell everyone, Ha.....

• I am from a large family and as such there are lot's of Cousin's. We all decided to meet up in Manchester for a catch up and a boogie here. I was gutted when I had to leave for the last train home but am looking forward to doing this again ;-0

• I enjoyed a cheap as chips carvery with fabulous company over Easter after work - lots of nattering - we looked around when we came up for air to find we were the only one's left - it was heaving when we arrived.......

Now I'm ready to replenish the next couple of weeks - a slower pace is needed!
Thank you for dropping by. Wishing you all a wonderful Bank Holiday weekend.
XX

Naughty Sales Treat Two (Ooopppsss & Three)!

Impromptu family pub lunch called for a throw on dress.
I bagged this Hush dress in the sale. 
Great for flinging on with tights and chunky boots - 
which leads me to my third sale bargain - naughty!

& here I am - off for that pub lunch!

Another throw on dress I tried, but the colour was too much!!

Who else has been perusing the sales?XX

* Wearing Oasis leather jacket, Topshop hat & snood, Lola Cruz boots & Hush dress.