Nothing says “cougar” quite like animal print and with my 30th birthday now mere months (okay, weeks) away, this is no doubt a lifestyle I’ll inevitably have to embrace in the not-too-distant future.
While donning head-to-toe leopard print is something I’ll never be able to do, small touches of animal print here and there can be quite classy - and even moreso if you avoid the leopard altogether and go for another big game animal.
This Talisman Collections zebra print belt would work just fine if you keep the rest of your outfit very simple (I’m thinking mainly black and minimal accessories). Plus, it’s leather and only costs $25.
Currently the small and large sizes are sold out online, but if you have a medium waist, you’re in luck.
By Caroline Warnes
I don’t know if you’ve stumbled across it yet, but the latest Myer catalogue has a Miss Shop discount voucher to receive 20% off full-priced new season clothing.
Print out and present the voucher in-store to claim your discount on selected Miss Shop brands, including Bardot, Bauhaus, Riders by Lee, Quirky Circus, Blue Juice, Tokito, Ladakh, Kenji, French Kitty and La De Da by Miss Shop (I must be getting old because I haven’t heard of half these brands).
There are some really nice pieces in the new season Miss Shop range which are eligible for the discount - you can check them out in the Myer Youth Winter catalogue.
I think the Bardot Boucle Crop Jacket pictured above left is quite cute - a little bit Chanel even - and with the discount voucher you’ll be able to snare it for $71.95.
The Miss Shop discount voucher is valid until February 21.
By Caroline Warnes
Another day, another reason to spend money… this time thanks to Jeanswest.
Starting today, when you spend $100 or more in-store at Jeanswest, you’ll get $30 deducted from your purchase. Bargain!
Better still - Jeanswest has just received a whole lot of new autumn/winter stock for men and women, including jeans and other clothing.
One new piece which I love is the Balmain-inspired Idol blazer pictured here, which would look great with jeans. It’s priced at $119, but with the $30 off you’ll be able to pick it up for just $89. It will see you through work and smart casual wear for most of winter.
You can find Jeanswest store locations at the website.
By Caroline Warnes
Until Sunday you can get 20% off the Witchery new season collection, both online and in-store.
I’ve been eyeing off some of the pretty tops that have just arrived at Witchery, but I really should be thinking about buying another pair of jeans. I recently went to dig out a pair of blue jeans that I bought at Witchery last winter and wore maybe two or three times. It was most disheartening to discover that when I moved last year, I accidentally threw out the Witchery jeans and kept the ripped, threadbare old jeans that I meant to discard. This is a true and tragic story.
These skinny leg jeans are a classic style and with the 20% discount will be available for $71.95 until Sunday.
To shop online for the Witchery new season collection, use the code VIP20 at the checkout. Otherwise you can print out and present the newsletter in-store.
By Caroline Warnes
Everyone loves a multitasker and this Marc Jacobs Lola perfume ring is a bit of a powerhouse.
Not only is it a glamorous, over-the-top cocktail ring (I’m in love with the colours), but you can also open the top of it to reveal the solid version of Marc Jacobs’ Lola perfume inside.
As the name suggests, solid perfume is… well… solid perfume. You can rub a little on your finger like balm then distribute on your wrists, neck and wherever else you usually wear your perfume.
This is a far better idea then having to carry a bottle of perfume with you if you think you might need it for a night out. I’m sure I’m not the only one who has broken bottles and ruined bags this way.
The Marc Jacobs Lola perfume ring is available now from Myer, David Jones and selected pharmacies. Its recommended retail price is $65.
By Caroline Warnes
I had a funny moment in a Lasoo meeting yesterday morning.
We were sitting around discussing various brands and products that appear on the site when someone mentioned a brand called Ed. Everyone was all “Ed who?” and I actually thought it had something to do with Ed Hardy. It took a couple of minutes (seconds) of mild confusion before it became clear that the brand is actually called “A Brand Called Ed”.
Ok, maybe it isn’t really that funny but for a Monday morning it was mildly amusing for about two seconds before the reality of the day kicked in.
It appears that A Brand Called Ed is a stationery and homewares line that’s available at Officeworks - and it really is very cute, and affordable.
My favourite is the A6 notebook pictured here, which is a bit of a bargain for $7.99. $8 to brighten up your working day is a small price to pay.
You can find Officeworks store locations and Officeworks catalogues here.
By Caroline Warnes
There’s nothing better than a bargain buy to start the week, and this Target black print t-shirt is my pick for today.
It’s reduced to $23 (from $31) and I think the silhouette would look great with black or dark blue skinny jeans plus flat shoes for a casual outfit.
In fact, this week’s Target catalogue is a godsend if you’re looking for casual clothes, with 20% off tops and denim for men, women and kids.
If you don’t already have your local Target store sussed out, you can find store locations here.
By Caroline Warnes
Perhaps I am a little behind the times, considering that New Year’s Eve was a month ago and the so-called “party season” seems to be over, but lately I have been obsessed with window shopping for fabulous party frocks.
I don’t really have any occasion to wear an OTT party frock coming up in the forseeable future, but when I have a whim like this, I’ve learned over the years that it’s best to feed it.
The latest party dress I’ve made a mental note to check out in-store is this Seduce Mademoiselle dress (scroll along to the very end of the collection to view). I really love the rouching on the bodice, which is very flattering on most figures.
The Seduce Mademoiselle dress also comes in black, however I prefer the white. Usually I’m a sucker for any sort of little black dress but the black-on-white makes the detailing pop.
Seduce store locations are available at the website.
By Caroline Warnes
If you’re going to spend money like it’s going out of fashion, I’m all for shopping in the name of charity. It helps take the edge off feeling like a vacuous consumer and it’s always nice to know you’re helping the greater good in some way.
Australian cosmetics guru Napoleon Perdis has a history of supporting Ovarian Cancer Australia and the relationship is continuing in 2010. From the start of February, the net proceeds of every Auto Pilot Lip Service sold at a Napoleon Perdis concept store will go directly to the charity.
I haven’t tried this product before, but it appears to be some sort of lip balm with vitamin E and menthol to moisturise and soothe dry lips. It comes in Original (clear), Hush (pale pink) and Cherry (bright pink) and sells for $28.
Plus… there’s more. On February 12, Napoleon Perdis stores around Australia are holding a special makeover day to raise more funds for Ovarian Cancer Australia. Get a half-price makeover for $40, with $20 of that going towards the charity. More information and store locations are available at the site.
By Caroline Warnes
Usually the words “floral dress” are enough to strike fear into most people’s hearts, but in the case of this Portmans floral dress, I think I’m a convert.
Usually floral dresses are something best left to the blue rinse set, but the cut, colour and fabric pattern (not to mention the short hemline) are enough to make this floral dress one for a younger market.
Given that the dress is quite busy, I think it would be best work with basic accessories and jewellery - I’d skip the bead necklaces and bangles as shown in the picture and team it with really basic peep toe heels and casual hair.
The dress sells for $129.95 and is available now.
By Caroline Warnes
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