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Shopping At Talbots Is A Pleasure
Sometimes shopping can be a nightmare, whether it’s the traffic, the crowds or sales associates who are annoyed when you ask for help. With saving money being a top priority for many retailers, sometimes the quality of the items they sell suffers greatly. It’s pretty easy to notice the button that falls off the day you wore that blouse or the seam in your pants is starting to tear after only wearing it twice. This is the reason why a company like Talbots has been able to last for more than 68 years and still going strong. Their dedication and total commitment to its customers and quality of the products…
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A Shopaholic’s Guide to Italy
With a generous European exchange rate increasing the pound’s worth by 10% compared to last year, now is an ideal time for those who love to splash the cash to hit the shopping havens of Europe. And what better place to start than Italy? Known for its leading fashion cities and as a hub for leather, ceramics, glass and furniture, in Italy there is something to meet the tastes of even the most demanding shopper. In this guide we take a look at some of Italy’s major shopping stops, as well as some tips on how to make the most of the European exchange rate this summer. Read on to…
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New handbag lust list
Of all the fashion items you can buy, it is handbags that I have the biggest weakness for. I must have at least 200 now, and I can’t seem to part with any of them. I have some great designer buys from the likes of Vivienne Westwood, Michael Kors, Tods, Lulu Guinness, Mulberry and Marc Jacobs, along with lots of beautiful vintage clutches picked up in charity shops and flea markets, and plenty of High Street buys as well. The collection is stored under the bed, bursting out of cupboards, and is a constant source of moaning from the husband, but I still couldn’t bear to part with any of…
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Finding Online Bespoke deals and discounts
Unlike the High Street, where sales tend to be seasonal (and often full of rubbish and damaged goods to be honest) there always seems to be a decent sale or discount offer happening somewhere on the internet. Top High Street Stores offer huge savings and one day promotions where you can grab yourself a bargain, but you have to know what is happening and when, as these are often limited to just a few days. That is why Barclaycard Bespoke Offers is a great site to bookmark and join. Bespoke offers is a new service from Barclaycard where you can find offers that are bespoke for you. You don’t need…
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Sort out that clutter and make a little cash too with Bidworld.co.uk
January is traditionally the month when we give our homes a much needed sorting out. After the excess of Christmas, and all those new presents, and then the splurge buying in the sales, January always seems the right time to sort through everything we have, and to get rid of the unwanted clothes, shoes and accessories that have passed their sell by date. In addition to sorting our own things, we are often faced with mountains of toys belonging to our children. My son Joe has a birthday in December, as well as being spoiled rotten at Christmas, and so local Charity shops often receive bags full of perfectly good…
