When rifling through the spectacular offerings at vintage fashion store Reign on Oxford's Cowley Road, I realised that the once definitive boundaries between style and savings have now been conveniently blurred and that a limited budget was no barrier to achieving top to toe glamour. From a silver dress that invoked the glory days of the 1920s flapper, to the baby pink pleated skirt and cream cardi combo that screams tennis chic, every outfit du mode is yours for the taking at prices that would put the high street to shame.
Delving into the depths of your wash basket in the hope last year's item
of the moment will make a timely reappearance is not something any of
us want to admit doing and, thankfully, there are a number of creative
ways to upgrade your
fashion status to 'catwalk cool'. Here's how:
By Clodagh Foelster
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9 months ago
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OK, let's be honest...who doesn't? Women want their own bodies to look like one and men want a woman with a body resembling them. I am, of course, talking about the Victoria's Secret Angels, hot on the heels of the debut shop opening just around the corner from the Olympic Stadium (and just in time for the opening of the Olympics). So, while very few of us will ever reach the physical perfection of these glamourous women, at least we can now wear the stylishly affordable lingerie without having to fund a trip to the US to do so!
Of course, as none of us are Gisele Bundchen or Adriana Lima, just because we can buy certain lingerie doesn't mean we should! While
the flimsiest straps of material can look stunning on their
almost-perfect bums, the rest of us could be cutting it a bit close -
literally! Remember, these models are paid to look beautiful and to make
clothes (or in this case lingerie) look amazing. In the same way that
not many of us would wear the eye-popping masterpieces we see making
their way down the catwalk every Fashion Week until they've been
adjusted to more wearable styles, the same can be said for lingerie.
By Clodagh Foelster
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10 months ago
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Fashion
If you find yourself looking longingly through showhome windows, spending Sundays rearranging the furniture in your Bijou flat or making numerous failed attempts to create a bespoke piece of artwork using a small canvas and some paint samples from B & Q, it may be time to give your property a thorough once-over.
The problem is, while those with healthier budgets can dream about a
signature Laura Ashley sofa gracing their living room, the current
squeeze on our budgets means that the rest of us will have to contend
with a more modest property facelift.
But fear not homeowners,
you won't have to trade sleek for savings or pounds for paltry curtain
trims. It is possible to be financially savvy while not compromising one
iota on style. After all, hasn't
IKEA
embraced the hearts of budget-conscious furniture lovers all over the
globe with nothing more than a range of flat pack furniture and a
pricing range guaranteed to weather any economic crisis?
You too can wave the magic wand of cheap and cheerful chic across your home and for less than £100. Here's how;
By CashCatcherGuest Blogger
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a year ago
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Shopping Advice
For longer than many of us would care to remember, we have been a house proud nation. This has often involved going to extreme (and often expensive) lengths to create the perfect home to show off to friends and family.
However, these are undeniably tough times for most Brits financially.
Unemployment is on the rise, the cost of living is still soaring and
disposable income is hard to come by in general.
Follow these tips to make the most of your
home for less;
By SavooStaffGuest Blogger
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a year ago
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Money Saving Tips
Many of us dream of moving to our 'ideal' home, but few of
us ever take steps towards achieving this goal. What is the main reason for
this?
Well, quite simply, most of us probably feel that we don't
have the financial means required to afford such a venture and therefore we
just settle with what we have. But is there a way around this? How can you save
money on home preparations before selling?
According to the figures from July of this year, the UK
housing market has remained flat with prices being said to have fallen rather
than increased. This provides something of a double edged sword for those looking
to sell their homes. While the cost of their new property will be lower, so
will the amount they get for their property.
Regardless of this fact, moving house could still be a
viable option for many. When considering moving house it is important to
consider both the housing market and your own personal financial situation.
By SavooStaffGuest Blogger
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a year ago
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Family Life
Friday December 10th may not mean that much to you at the moment but it's taken on a very valuable persona for all us online bargain shopping magnates. Lots of your favourite merchants have teamed up to make it "Free Delivery Day". Get your order delivered absolutely free from stores like Benefit, Browns, Brora,
Cath Kidston, Dorothy Perkins, Eve Lom, Fortnum & Mason, House of
Fraser, Isabella Oliver, Kickers, Liberty, Lipsy, Mango, Miss Selfridge,
Myla, Oasis, Radley, Schuh, SPACE.NK, Superdry, Ted Baker, The White
Company, T.M.Lewin, Topman, Uniqlo and many more. Mark it in your diaries!
By alantheirishman
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3 years ago
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Christmas and New Year