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What 'cool' thing can I treat myself to?

43 replies

Mudddypaws · 26/06/2022 15:35

Think it's due to watching Glastonbury and feeling old but have decided to treat myself to something that will make me feel cool again! Am mid 40's and since having dd I have turned into a bit of a frump and want to get some of the old me back. Went to art school in London in the 9O's and have always been a bit of a rock chick, have a bit of a uniform now of black jeans, leather jacket, ankle boots etc but can anyone think of anything up to £100 that I can treat myself to? Jewellery, trainers? Am also feeling slightly to rebellious as have moved to a tiny rural village and want a bit of my old me back.

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Shinyandnew1 · 26/06/2022 15:36

A pair of Dr Martens?

Purplecatshopaholic · 26/06/2022 15:37

Nose piercing, or new ear piercing?

evilharpy · 26/06/2022 15:40

Pair of Ray Bans?

A helix or other ear piercing would be about £35.

MuddlerInLaw · 26/06/2022 15:45

Thing is - cool evolves!

Nowadays it’s more a vast Cecilie Bahnsen frock and absolutely no make up.

How about a new haircut?

luckylavender · 26/06/2022 16:13

Mudddypaws · 26/06/2022 15:35

Think it's due to watching Glastonbury and feeling old but have decided to treat myself to something that will make me feel cool again! Am mid 40's and since having dd I have turned into a bit of a frump and want to get some of the old me back. Went to art school in London in the 9O's and have always been a bit of a rock chick, have a bit of a uniform now of black jeans, leather jacket, ankle boots etc but can anyone think of anything up to £100 that I can treat myself to? Jewellery, trainers? Am also feeling slightly to rebellious as have moved to a tiny rural village and want a bit of my old me back.

Dungarees

DarlingCoffee · 26/06/2022 20:19

a new ear piercing?

familyissues12345 · 26/06/2022 20:21

I would love a nose piercing!

Trixiefirecracker · 26/06/2022 20:24

I don’t have any suggestions but am following for inspiration!

Neverendingdust · 26/06/2022 20:26

Get on TKmaxx.com and search ‘Celeste Starre’ it’s a great jewellery brand sold in Harvey Nichols that they have got on for 80% discount.

MiniDinosaur · 26/06/2022 20:28

Piercing or a new hair colour.
i bought myself an edgy print and had it framed.
Book a solo weekend away or a concert in a small intimate venue.

ShirleyJackson · 26/06/2022 20:29

Tattoo!

Trixiefirecracker · 26/06/2022 20:31

@MiniDinosaur What’s an ‘edgy print’?! Like a risqué one?

dropthevipers · 26/06/2022 21:27

get yourself a cape.

NeedToKnow101 · 26/06/2022 21:29

www.louisewade.com/collections/flash-collection .. an item of Bowie Flash jewellery, designed and handmade in London!!

BingoBungle · 26/06/2022 21:31

Fabulous sunglasses.

Chanel Rouge Noir for Pulp Fiction fingernails.

Great big earrings.

NeedToKnow101 · 26/06/2022 21:32

Like this

What 'cool' thing can I treat myself to?
Laquila · 26/06/2022 21:32

dropthevipers · 26/06/2022 21:27

get yourself a cape.

SECONDED

MiniDinosaur · 26/06/2022 22:11

Trixiefirecracker · 26/06/2022 20:31

@MiniDinosaur What’s an ‘edgy print’?! Like a risqué one?

A contemporary one by a London street artist. Edgy as in punky. Looks great!

Mudddypaws · 26/06/2022 22:18

Ooh, I actually like the idea of a cape! Thanks all, great suggestions. I have hidden myself away from everyone, listening to my music loud and loving looking at your suggestions.

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Perfectlystill · 26/06/2022 22:24

Neverendingdust · 26/06/2022 20:26

Get on TKmaxx.com and search ‘Celeste Starre’ it’s a great jewellery brand sold in Harvey Nichols that they have got on for 80% discount.

This looks nice. Do they have it in store too?

Neverendingdust · 26/06/2022 23:06

Perfectlystill · 26/06/2022 22:24

This looks nice. Do they have it in store too?

I haven’t seen in store only on the website- there’s some very cool pieces though. Ideal for OP

thebabessavedme · 27/06/2022 09:58

well thank you @Neverendingdust (I think Grin ) I now appear to have a large basket of jewellery to pay for. Smile

Trixiefirecracker · 27/06/2022 10:08

I’m not a fan of gold do they do any silver Jewellery?

Fedupofthis123 · 27/06/2022 13:54

I know this feeling well. I seem to be in a state of permanent midlife crisis at 29.

Usually I buy gig tickets or change my hair in some way. However a year or so ago I bought a pair of Converse hike star trainers and they are the comfiest things I’ve ever owned. I’ve never found converse comfy in the past but these are great.
Also jewellery! I’m a big fan of Bloody Mary Metal and The Great Frog.