Dresslily.com | Wishlist & Mango dupes

Dress | Brooch | Scarf | Bag | Boots

Dress 1 | Dress 2 | Dress 3 | Dress 4 | Dress 5

 

I recently saw a great little outfit post from one of my favourite blogging gals Sammie from Little Blonde Life, in which she was wearing a cute royal blue dress from Dress Lily (see here). So, intrigued by the apparent low price tag & quality fabric dresses, I decided to have a gander myself.

 

Firstly, I was amazed at how cheap so many of the items are, think Primark prices for items that (in many literal cases) are Mango/Zara quality. And as I flicked through page upon page of lovely items I soon started to recognise some of the frocks, & to my amazement I have actually found 5 dresses that we were formally sold in Mango!

 

But first, lets talk about my wish list. You may notice from Bo Blabs blog banner, I love birds! Any bird print, bright colours & in particular parrots or swallows are just my ultimate favourite print. (I even have 3 bird tattoos) So as you can imagine I instantly fell in love with the bright bird shift dress, much to Creatures disapproval. My only criticism of this dress however would be the neckline. Had it been slightly lower I would have added it to my shopping bag, however I regrettably know that this style of neck doesn't actually suit me #MakesMyNeckLookLikeAThumb.

I also fell in love with the amazing range of accessories. In particular my favourites from the above wish list would be the bicycle brooch and the boots. Oh my lord those boots!  I've been on the hunt for a nice pair of dark brown/ox blood flat boots for ages, & the day I finally find a pair I love - They're sold out in my size! Gutted.

 

So, the MNG dupes. They are identical to the ones we sold last season, in fact all of the above bar dress 2 and 3 were sell outs too. & I think the majority started out in between £34.99 - £44.99.

Dress 1 we actually sold in several different styles, the landscape print was one of our best sellers consistently throughout last year. I can only imagine that these dresses were sold straight out of the factory without the Mango tags.

Now, Dresslily.com are selling these dresses in many cases under £10 which is a fraction of the price of Mango. So if you missed out on any of the above in the sales, I would snap these up asap!

 

Since writing this post, I have actually placed an order with DressLily, buying dress 4 & 5 of the MNG dupes as well as the adorable bicycle brooch & a pair of knee high suede boots. I'll be looking forward to styling some great outfits with my bargains in the future, so stay tuned!

 

Which is your favourite item?

 

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Frugal Fashion Finds | Dupe Dresses

 

 

 

 Hola Guapas!

 

By now I should technically be sat on a sun lounger with a cocktail the size of my head, because BINGO this post was scheduled way in advance whilst I'm soaking up the last of the summer sun in Marbs!

 

So, before I jet setted off, I had been lusting after a Chi Chi dress, & after a long online window shopping sesh not too long ago I settled on the Megan dress being my favourite, not only for holiday but also as a perfect icy tone for around Christmas/NY time.

However, after a quick swap over to Matalan (I am a self confessed Mata-holic) & a shop for a few basics, I stumbled across the Drop Back Lace Skater Dress which is almost a perfect copy of the Chi Chi Megan frock! I couldn't believe it!

 

Okay, so here are the facts:

 

Chi Chi Megan Dress

£43.99

Lace Sleeveless Day, Evening, Cocktail And Party Dress
- Leaf Design On Lace
- Sheer Lace Straps
- V Neckline Front And Back
- Fully Lined
- Padded Bust
- Concealed Back Zip
Length From Side Seam : 26in / 66cms

Model size unknown

 

Drop Back Lace Skater Dress

£35.00

All over lace dress in mint features a sleeveless design

with a v-shaped drop back and centre back zip (also available in white)

- Classic Lace design

- Dramatic drop back

- High neckline

- Sweetheart neck detail

- Bow detailing at base of dropped back

- Fully lined in skirt & front of bust

Shell: 59% Cotton 41% Nylon Lining: 100% Polyester

Model wears size 10 height 5ft10

 

I have to admit from the photos, the quality of the skirt looks much higher with Chi Chi, I love the frilly seams that are so characteristic to their dress range. However, I am very partial to a dramatic drop back! - I just wish the bow was a little more dramatic too, had that been the case, I think Matalan would have been a winner for me.

But for the sake of £8.99 I think on this occasion I would be more inclined to splurge!

 

Which dress would you prefer? Chi Chi or Matalan?

 

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Everything £5 | Wishlist

| #1 Floral Kimono | #2 Corset Lingerie Set | #3 Blue Printed Dress | #4 Leather Stud Skirt |

| #5 Braid Bracelets | #6 Tan T-Bar Heels | #7 Snake Cuff | #8 Envelope Clutch |

 

Ok so a shop-a-holics dream come true.. Last weekend I was introduced to Everything5pounds.com & within half an hour I had a wish list a mile long! I wasn't really expecting much, I mean everything being £5 suggests the quality is going to be 'market stall' quality but actually I was really impressed. 

 

Above are just 8 of the things waiting on my wish list. I actually originally added the cutest white lace - peter pan collar dress to my bag & before I got a chance to buy it had sold out! - Unbelievable!

But never mind, there are plenty of other bargains to be had, especially in the shoe section.

The T-bar heels above are available in a massive selection of colours not to mention the amount of gorgeous crystal encrusted summer sandals available to snatch up.

 

After reading some of the comments on the website however, I am a little worried, it seems like 50/50 split on opinions over quality. But I'm wondering if these bad reviews are coming from people who's expectations are too high?.. I mean, you're paying £5 for a new item of clothing, the quality isn't going to be up there with designers, but who cares!? It's five freakin' quid!

 

Anyway, my favourites from above have definitely got to be the faux leather midi skirt & the Kimono, they both look amazing & from photos I think bang on trend.

& yes ladies, the underwear set includes both the corset & the thong all for £5.. For someone who worked in a Lingerie shop previously, paying £20+ for bras even after discount.. This is like shopping porn for me!

 

Have you ever bought from everything £5 before?

& What did you think of the quality?

 

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The Body Shop | Satsuma Body Mist

 

 

 

 

I seem to find myself having a Body Shop payday splurge every month recently! Especially on their range of Mango scented products (Oh hey, little obsessed with Mango in general it seems!)

But this time I decided to try something a little different.

 

The raspberry shower gel admittedly was really bought because I couldn't find the Mango one, but I'm actually pretty glad to try something new. Personally I find The Body Shop shower gels amongst the best you can get on the high street, the scents are really strong, fruity and best of all, they really linger on your skin. The raspberry isn't too sweet but just right for anyone who wants to step out of the shower fruity fresh but not overpowering.

For those of you (and I doubt there will be many) who haven't tried The Body Shops shower gels, I strongly recommend trying one of their body lotions or butters to compliment the gels. It really helps the smell last longer & I guarantee your skin will feel unbelievable afterwards!

 

The body mist was somewhat of a new adventure for me, I've been an avid buyer of the lotions, gels and butters for some time but I'd never really thought I needed a body mist.. Until now!

The satsuma body mist was £3.50 reduced from £8 on promotion for Body Shop members so as I arrived at the till to pay, it was too much of a bargain to resist.

I must say I have fell in love with the mist. Not only has it made my skin feel lovely without the use of my lotion, it also smells amazing! I spent the majority of my first night of use sniffing my own arm.. To which Creature thought I was a complete weirdo! - But to that I say so what I smell amazeballs

 

The raspberry shower gel is currently on offer for £3 online & in stores.

The satsuma body mist is currently £7.50, however in store with a Body Shop card you can pick one up for around £3.50

 

Are you a Body Shop devotee?

& which is your favourite Body Shop scent?

 

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Mango Summer Sale! | Trinity Leeds

 

 

Mango has officially gone into sale!

Now most of you will know I work at Mango Trinity Leeds & thanks to getting my Managers blessing I'm now able to share with you some great photos and inside gossip from the store!

So, all Mango's including House of Frasier concessions are now offering up to 50% across the whole store meaning you can grab some amazing bargains. The best thing I've found so far I think are selected belts being only £4.99 & the amazing chunky statement necklaces have gone down to £14.99 from £34.99! - My purse is crying out to be let loose!

As you can see the store looks really odd compared to what you might be used to. But to make it easier for you guys, all types of clothing are pulled together so if you're looking for a cute dress, they're all together along one wall & the jeans are all folded together on tables etc.. - Simples.
Oh & if you're a blogger yourself how amazing is the 'Last night a blogger saved my life' t-shirt! This little beauty is less than £10 too so I think this may be a new addition to my wardrobe pretty soon.

The best thing about Mango's sale, is I know in a lot of places the 'up to %' can be a little misleading.. But there is an unbelievable amount of gorgeous on trend clothes actually 50% off. Including the whole jewellery and accessories range! So you can easily pick up a patterned scarf, statement necklace and embellished belt all for under £35 - Amazing.
Or to put it into perspective, A lady I served on Sunday got a suede/leather jacket (usually around £70), two pairs of jeans (usually around £35+ each) & two tshirts (Usually around £20 each) all for £107! - Absolute bargain.. & it works out that she practically got the jacket for free with the money saved!

So there really is no excuse not to have a peek at the rails when everything is this cheap! - Wink wink

Have you been to the Mango Sale yet?

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Ebay bargains | All Star Converse & killer heels

 

This month I've kind of been on a bit of an Ebay hype. I was ill a few weeks ago which meant I was a serial Ebay war bidder whilst monging out on the couch feeling like death!

As a result I now have a shiny new pair of killer heels & a great second hand pair of converse! - I also bought a cute split leg maxi dress but unfortunately its a little too big so I need to get it taken in at the tailor before I can do a little OOTD post.

 

So, the Converse were a major bargain at £20 which is less than half price for a new pair. I'm not usually a second hand shoe buyer but these looked in top quality condition & to be honest whilst on a budget, beggars can't be choosers!

(& Yes I realise I have tiny feet.. These are actually too big too, I'm usually a 2.5)

 

I have to say I'm in love with the new glitter heels. I bought these for a purse friendly £23 to go with the red split leg maxi as I'm planning on wearing the outfit for Lush Leeds exclusive red carpet blogger event in July! But thanks to the maxi being a little spacious these little beauties are being test ran this weekend to see if I'm going to be a wobbly mess after a few cocktails!

 

So what do you think of my new little bargains?

Have you found any Ebay bargains lately?

 

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H&M | £5 Trousers



 

| Trousers |



I have to be honest I am very proud of myself today, I actually managed to walk through H&M Trinity Leeds without spending a penny even though they have a pretty wicked sale on at the moment! Its a miracle I tell you! - Several cute £3 & £5 t-shirts caught my eye, but I really need to be better with my pennies..

 

However, I didn't resist last week when I stumbled across these trousers via Jess UK Fashion & Beauty Blog. After reading Jess' post I was really upset to read she couldn't find the trousers online anymore, so of course, I made it my personal vendetta to find & purchase them before they actually sold out!

As you can see, I did find them & I'm really happy to tell you that not only are these still available, but several other colours have now gone into he sale at £5 with a great range of sizes!
(Buy them here)

 

The necklace is no longer available online unfortunately, or rather like Jess, I couldn't find it.. So if you happen to stumble across it hiding somewhere, please drop by with the link!

I only bought this because I couldn't buy the trousers without spending at least £10 online.. So really this was an impulse buy. But I must admit, I really do love it, it goes with so many of my dresses & I received many compliments at work whilst wearing it!- Plus it was only £5 too!

 

What colour trousers would you buy?

 

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Juicy strawberry | NOTD

 

Hey sweeties,

 

I'm continuing with my Primark £1 nail hype! The past few weeks I've shown you the Spring Butterfly & Vintage Polka-dot nails & once again I've found some more adorable (and wonderfully tacky) false nail sets.

 

These ones are brilliant. I love red nails & even tried last summer creating the strawberry design myself to no avail. shaky hands don't create nail works of art! So I'm really happy I found these.

At the moment I have only the thumb strawberries on and the rest of my nails are a plain bright red. But of course for the blogs sake I have snapped a picture with full strawberry nails.

I think I prefer the more subtle look however I wore the full set out whilst wearing a white dress and red heels & I must say they looked pretty cool!

 

Have you tried Primark false nails before?

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Azure Boutique | NEW STOCK!

 

A'up!

 

For those of you who have been following for a while will know all too well that I have a little obsession with Azure Boutique. Not only is it owned by a lovely little scouse lady, but her jewellery is also gorgeous!

 

So far I have a nice little Azure collection but recently a stunning range of bangles have been added to the website all at bargain prices (how can I say no?!)

So, have a gander at these beauties..

 

 

 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | 10

 

Amazing right?

I've already bought a stunning little hand chain with the turquoise gem which would go amazeballs with the bangles, & #4 is definitely my favourite!

I still can't believe how cheap everything is too, I actually don't think I've ever seen anything over £6 on there and then the postage has never been more than £2 when I have ordered either. Its just bargain central.

 

I'm in love with both of the new necklaces too, at the moment I'm finding I have quite the obsession with plain jewellery and the black and silver star necklace is on my wish list for my next Azure haul. But then I also reallllly want the skull and flower charm necklace too, with it coming up to spring I can imagine getting a tonne of wear out of it.

Oh lord I just want to buy the whole website!!!!

 

If you haven't checked out Azure Boutique yet then I seriously recommend you have a look. There's a reason it is one of my go to websites.. Cheap, long lasting, stunning jewellery.

Its a win-win situation!

 

Which is your favourite item?
Have you ever bought anything from Azure boutique?

 

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