More affordable version of Ash Virgin high tops?

[ginzillas]

I'm coveting a pair of Ash Virgin high tops but they are sooo pricey! I just can't justify it.

Here's a link to them on the Ash website.

www.ashfootwear.co.uk/womens-c1/trainers-c21/classic-ash-c58/ash-virgin-taupe-leather-buckle-trainers-p678

Any one spotted a more affordable version anywhere? I've seen the Kurt Geiger ones but they're even more expensive at £160.

I've checked all the sale websites but my size (six) is always sold out, annoyingly.

Any tips gratefully received by both me and my bank balance...

[peasandlove]

haha. Get a pink scrunchie instead ;)

[ClaraFox]

my suede ash virgins arrived today. very pleased with them and a bargain at 70 quid.

I do like the rose pink ones though...

[ginzillas]

Sorry. Got confused. Just realised you've already got the suede Ash ones!

[ginzillas]

Not yet. Still dithering....
You?

[BetterWithCheese]

Sorry Clara . gin did you order the KGs?

[ginzillas]

Peasandlove I saw scrunchies in American Apparel for a fiver a pop or something ridiculous like that.

[ClaraFox]

Grrrrr betterwithcheese.... You've made me order those

Got the black suede ones so will see what they're like when they arrive. I have the Ash Bowie ones and fancied something I can wear as an alternative to Uggs or Toms - I like in skinny jeans so hopefully these will fit the bill!

[peasandlove]

bugger. I only wanted them coz I thought they were "in"
who can link me to some cool scrunchies then?

[ginzillas]

Scrunchies are back in.
I'm not joking.

I'm not that bothered about being fashionable. I just really love the way they look.

[RonaldMcDonald]

I'm unsure a company selling something is evidence of its style quotient
See scrunchies and boot cut jeans for instance

[peasandlove]

someone better let Ash know they wont be selling any of their new season's then

[RonaldMcDonald]

I don't think these are fashionable anymore. They are nice though.

[ginzillas]

Yes. I think they'll be perfect for summer. I've found some taupe Kurt Geigers for £105.
Think I'm going to go for it.....

[BetterWithCheese]

Dammit, I should have hit the company up for a cut of their profits from the inevitable deluge if sales . The suede is wearing well and they look a lot better than I thought they would. I still need to treat them so I've not worn them in the wet yet. I'm on mat leave and I think they'll get a lot of wear this summer.

[ginzillas]

Yep, the power of mumsnet...

[peasandlove]

aw you know now that you've linked to them they'll sell out BetterWithCheese

[ginzillas]

Ooh. They are lovely. Is the suede wearing well? I love the grey leather but haven't seen them under £100 which is my limit.
I love the rose too but think they could be quite restrictive.
The metallic go with everything and are just the right side of shiny.

[BetterWithCheese]

I couldn't commit to £140 so got some suede ones for £70 from here and I really, really love them.

[peasandlove]

I really love the new rose coloured virgin's, but think the pewter look great, with an edge of difference rather than the safe option of black. Rose might be a bit restricting on what I could wear them with

[ginzillas]

I wore them a lot but not enough to cause leakage!! Totally in love with them but now wary about getting another pair. Hhmmmm....
Which ones are you saving for?
We're saving for a new kitchen so I'm thinking I'll put my refund money in that pot instead and just make do with the trainers I have.
Sob......

[peasandlove]

oh no! how much did you wear them in the 3 short weeks of ownership? I'm saving btw

[ginzillas]

Update - and not a good one! Wore my hi tops in the rain today and they leaked really badly! I looked underneath and a bit of the sole has come away at the edge.
Massive shame. I contacted country attire and they said it shouldn't have happened and will give me a full refund.
But they don't have any of the metallic ones left in my size.
Back to the drawing board...sigh!

[ginzillas]

This thread must have boosted Ash's sales in the last few days - not that they need any help.

I love mine but I'm thinking of getting insoles in them though as they really do come up large - especially after a couple of wears.

[peasandlove]

argh now I want some too!

[ginzillas]

Yay....exciting!