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I just spent £145 on a dress :-0 (tedious post...)

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ShrewDriver · 04/09/2015 11:40

I just had to share that. It's about 3x as much as I have ever spent on any item of clothing before, and I can't really afford it.
But it is LUSH (in the picture).

www.baukjen.com/uk/shop/baukjen/dresses/kingsbridge-shift-dress-deep-bordeaux.htm

Am I an idiot?

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CarmenMonoxide · 04/09/2015 11:47

It's very chic and I would suggest that unless you have spent the 'leccy money or will have to feed the kids Supernoodles in order to but it; you give it no more thought and be happy!

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ShrewDriver · 04/09/2015 11:50

Thanks Carmen. I had to share this because I can't admit it in real life Grin
The kids can have frozen peas with their Supernoodles so all is well...

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polyhymnia · 04/09/2015 11:51

Doesn't seem unreasonable if it's good quality. Enjoy!

OnlyHereForTheCamping · 04/09/2015 11:54

Will you wear it to death? If so brilliant, if not send it back. It looks great for work and for evening

Notoedike · 04/09/2015 11:54

Hope you didn't pay full price as they always have promo codes!

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ShrewDriver · 04/09/2015 11:58

Oh no, yes I did pay full price!! Can I cancel and re-order do you think?

I think I will wear it to death at work (if it's as good as it looks).

Thanks all for replying.

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StickyProblem · 04/09/2015 12:07

It's gorgeous OP! I would love it, but I haven't got the figure....I would have to get one of the ruched ones.

Once you buy something from them they send you catalogs every few weeks with codes, so you will get it back on future purchases!

louloubelle2 · 04/09/2015 12:22

Never, ever pay full price at Baukjen, they constantly do discount codes, almost as frequently as Gap. Google for them, there are a few 15% off and free delivery ones out there, but bet they'll do a better one soon. They also used to do Quidco but haven't checked recently.
Unless you have a need to wear it immediately send it back and reorder.

Original poster
ShrewDriver · 04/09/2015 12:38

Thanks Sticky Smile

I've cancelled and re-ordered with a code now. Thanks all for pointing this out.

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AmberNectarine · 04/09/2015 13:11

Look at it this way OP, if you are married, what did you spend on your wedding dress? And how many times did you wear it?

Suddenly seems a bargain, no?

ExConstance · 04/09/2015 13:15

I have worn and worn my Baukjen dress bought a couple of years ago, it is the most flattering thing in my wardrobe, a sensible purchase, I think you will find.

FedupNagging · 04/09/2015 13:22

Great dress and love the colour; glad you found a discount code.

You shouldn't worry about the actual cost of the dress but rather price per wear - wedding dress £££££ per wear, Baukjen dress, pennies per wear, if you wear it a lot.

besides all kids love super noodles for tea, and beans on toast

TheMightyMing · 04/09/2015 13:28

I have a wardrobe full of Baukjen , it's lovely stuff and very good quality. I always buy with a discount code or in the sales. Or on e bay! Recent e bay purchases have included a stretch leather pencil skirt which is to die for and over £300 on the website plus a lovely off the shoulder top, both brand new with tags.
Trying not to buy as I suspect that I am more a size 10 than the 12 I was due to diet and exercise, so going to hang on before my next splurge!

The dress is lovely , but I think last week there was 25 % off dresses ( sorry :( )

PermetsTu · 04/09/2015 13:28

Will some of the money go to that poor model? She looks lost/confused/in need of a wee. Grin

It's a very nice dress.

AliAliAlium · 04/09/2015 14:21

Oh, that's lovely! And I am in need of an interview dress. Would it make you feel better if I also spent a large amount of money that I can't really afford because I already went a bit crazy with the new Inès / Uniqlo collection on one?

goblinhat · 04/09/2015 14:26

It looks lovely- you must have an amazing figure to get away with a dress like that.

ChristineDePisan · 04/09/2015 14:41

I like it too (and agree with Permets about the poor model Smile)

Chewbecca · 05/09/2015 22:11

I think Carol the weather presenter was wearing this dress for her pre-filmed interview tonight.

are you Carol? it looked great

UrbaneFox · 05/09/2015 22:15

Wow. I like it. Very simple, but if you have a good figure, YOU will look great in an 'oh this old thing?' way! I don't like patterns and flounces. That colour is lovely too. It' d be flattering on me.

So! safe to say I don't think you're mad.

southeastastra · 05/09/2015 22:17

love baukjen and have quite a few tops/dresses from them.

Dowser · 05/09/2015 22:21

Wow. It's nice. Hope you get loads of wear out of it.

Nanasueathome · 05/09/2015 22:21

I have several pairs of Baukjen trousers and they are fabulous
Always use a promotional code to buy though, and they send the codes regularly
Sign up for their newsletter and you will receive regular offers and promotions

OnlyHereForTheCamping · 05/09/2015 22:37

I spotted that too chewbacca

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