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What did you buy this month? [MARCH 2014]

137 replies

sotiredfornow · 02/03/2014 22:37

Last month's thread HERE

Can't wait to see all your purchases. Links are always useful!

OP posts:
ThatVikRinA22 · 12/03/2014 02:57

went to newlook today for a parcel for dd.....

could not resist this

bag

now i really must stop spending!

though i do wish i could find similar in real leather....love the bag but not sure how long it will last.

RedPencilPot · 12/03/2014 04:27

this jumper for spring which is a bit of a bargain

GruffalosWife · 12/03/2014 04:43

zara jacket this jacket but in navy. Love it.

GruffalosWife · 12/03/2014 04:44

Also I'm living abroad so it cost me under £60 due to forex highs!

ThatVikRinA22 · 12/03/2014 12:41

i love that jacket gruffaloswife - im looking for a jacket for summer....tried on 2 blazers yesterday but not what i wanted really - might have to just go and have one more little spend.......

dd says its justified for all the times ive gone shopping and not found anything!

thepurplepenguin · 12/03/2014 14:49

Ahem...

Fairstorm Parka (waxed spring and autumn weight jobbie) -Jack Wills

Floral Feldon Mac (for spring showers) - Jack Wills

(It's fortunate that I get a discount in there !)

Navy plimsolls - Next

Some new undies and layering tops - M&S

EasterHoliday · 12/03/2014 14:53

Marc Jacobs giant Single in red from The Outnet... I've been eyeing it up for a good long time (& judging by the quality of it, I'm very pleased I only paid half price)
Lots from Zara - gold / tan sandals, a white sweatshirt with a turquoise wave pattern across the front (& the skirt it's pictured with but I returned it, terrible quality): www.zara.com/uk/en/woman/t-shirts/long-sleeve-sweatshirt-c358008p1738036.html
this jacket www.zara.com/uk/en/woman/outerwear/jackets/multicolor-woven-fabric-jacket-c401038p1852515.html

cromwell44 · 12/03/2014 15:05

These are the things I've bought as I was desperate for work clothes due to recent weight loss:
www.gap.co.uk/browse/product.do?cid=89624&vid=1&pid=000941916000
Mine was reduced to £30
This work dress, which is tres chic in real life, not great in the link
www.tkmaxx.com/dresses/blue+white-patterned-dress/invt/30010089&bklist=icat,4,shop,1,3091
Tops from H&M
www.hm.com/gb/product/17074?article=17074-H#article=17074-G
and
www.hm.com/gb/product/17074?article=17074-H#article=17074-F
and
www.hm.com/gb/product/25370?article=25370-A#article=25370-A

and M&S basics
www.marksandspencer.com/textured-striped-oblong-top/p/p22273398?colour=GreyMix
and
www.marksandspencer.com/zip-jacquard-mini-skirt/p/p22276651

Not exactly fashion forward but am pleased with my haul.

MadBusLady · 12/03/2014 15:40

I'm building my capsule wardrobe .

New M&S black bag bought just for work but actually having carried it around I really like it. And bargainous price.

Whistles short tube skirt in navy AND black, under £70 with discount, S&B to blame for that!

Jones burgundy pointed flats hoping they'd be all buttery soft but they arrived today and it's like putting on torture instruments, they're going back Sad

Strongly considering these Mint Velvet crops and feeling the lack of a really great spring dress though I haven't found it yet...

frankietwospots · 12/03/2014 21:44

Bought this organic cotton top from Zara today as if I need another stripey top

www.zara.com/uk/en/woman/t-shirts/organic-cotton-t-shirt-c358008p1772643.html

and these are on their way:

www.kurtgeiger.com/laurel-multi-coloured-pony-41-carvela-kurt-geiger-shoe.html

Also bought a few bits from Gap with the 30% voucher - a pale blue light knit and a blue and white scarf - but can't find them online.

Shimmyshimmy · 12/03/2014 22:57

Bought this trench from Hobbs but I can't decide whether it's me - too classic, although it has a great shape, have also ordered [http://www.frenchconnection.com/product/Woman+Collections+Coats+And+Jackets/70BAJ/Freeway+Cotton+Belted+Trench+Coat.htm this]] biker trench from French connection, I have only tried the cream and it's also a great shape, probably more me - will decide when it arrives.

Shimmyshimmy · 12/03/2014 22:58

Sorry French connection trench

belleprof · 12/03/2014 23:42

First MN post :)
I ordered this swimwear today as I've a two mini breaks coming up...am v small chested and v skinny (Breastfeeding) so hope it gives me a bit of shape

www.boden.co.uk/en-GB/Womens-Swimwear/WS035/Womens-Sorrento-Swimsuit.html?AddToPending=23412634

And this bikini version in green paisley

www.boden.co.uk/en-GB/Womens-Swimwear/WB051/Womens-Sorrento-Bikini-Top.html

Do you like them? I'm 39 with freckles

Also purchased liz Earle Superskin oil full size yikes and a pair of pepe jeans sunglasses in boots.

fififolle · 13/03/2014 07:15

belleprof they look lovely
The links don't work though as they need square brackets around them
swimsuit

fififolle · 13/03/2014 07:17

belleprof's bikini
I love the colour of the green paisley

Hopasholic · 13/03/2014 10:00

I am now waiting for This to be delivered. Ordered it in a 10 but it was tiny, so waiting for a 12. I promised myself a leather jacket when I reached my target weight last year but never bought one. Have had my eye on this but it's quite £££ and I feel a bit guilty spending all that on myself. It's got to fit perfectly in order for me to consider keeping it.
It's the 'ink' one as black is a bit harsh and I figured I could make it work with brown footwear as well as black.
Not sticking to my 'autumn' palette either exactly but should tone well.

^ I am really tryingto justify this purchase aren't I Grin

frankietwospots · 13/03/2014 10:22

It's divine Hopasholic and what a lovely treat for reaching your target weight. Well done you.

Hopasholic · 13/03/2014 11:58

Thank you frankie Flowers

fififolle · 13/03/2014 13:35

Gorgeous jacket hop I think it's perfectly justified in view of your weight loss and a fantastic treat!

baskingseals · 13/03/2014 18:00

www.purecollection.com/.Cashmere-Round-Neck-Cardigan_LK-J47.htm

My only purchase of the month. Does what it says on the tin really.

belleprof · 13/03/2014 20:04

Thanks fififolle for doing that ... Did not know how it was done :)

MrsPeacockDidIt · 13/03/2014 21:13

Another denim dress purchaser here jigsaw. It's lovely and soft.

Just ordered these boots and this this kimono

MrsPeacockDidIt · 13/03/2014 21:30

Oh andhttp://www.jigsaw-online.com/products/modal-cotton-silk-front-raglan-top-7909 top after another MNer linked to it. No self control me Grin

MrsPeacockDidIt · 13/03/2014 21:31

try again

Dancergirl · 13/03/2014 21:42

I really like the Jigsaw denim dress mrspeacock what's the sizing like?