I remember my husband Matt venturing into Chanel the day before my birthday. (It was noted it was the day before; limited planning). He returned aghast. “£3,000 for a frock? Who are these people?” He went in and simply picked up a little black dress in that revered Parisiene emporium and plonked it on the counter. I truly wish I’d been there to see the heavily-bearded one be informed of the price tag. I ended up with a keyring.
But come to think of it, I don’t think I’ve ever bought anything designer at full price. I love a knock-out piece but get greater joy when it’s a little knock-down Saint Laurent number. It’s mainly my bank balance that encourages this approach – despite preying for a Lottery win, I am unlikely to ever be in £3,000 frock realms.
I will never forget a pair of Marni block heels that rang in at £39.99 in an outlet store. That’s a price hard to beat on the well-worn High Street. I can barely walk in them, of course but they look divine in my wardrobe and when I do whip them out, they tend to draw all eyes to the prize. “Oh my gosh, are those Marni?” Yes, yes they are – but at a Topshop price. You bag the kudos for the brand and the amazement at your razor sharp financial savviness – win-win.
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If waiting isn’t your game, then fear not, BrandAlley will be right up your, well, street. The permanent outlet is brimming with designer must-haves that can be in your sweaty palms within 2-4 working days. Think that coveted pair of Jimmy Choos landing on your doorstep at the click of a button. Dreaming is believing.
More than anything, my Ma always told me to invest in ‘good quality basics’ and fuelled by that maternal advice and a need for The Stuff, I’d say it’s in the bag. The Gucci bag, of course.
Bag it
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