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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.

OP posts:
mscynical · 27/06/2022 19:53

@Fedupofthis123 - yes, jewellery!
Rather expensive but love Castro Smith stuff - castrosmith.com/collections/ready-to-ship
Really great, colourful, different stuff.

RiverSkater · 27/06/2022 20:50

Some really decent sunglasses.

A really good bag - not sure what's cool or in though.

A smart watch?

Stuckandinamess · 27/06/2022 20:51

I've just had a dermal piercing on my arm. Little sparkly stud and it makes me smile every time I look at it.
I'm 53, married mum of two and usually very straight laced so this is just me being a bit of a rebel😀

CaptainTroy · 27/06/2022 21:01

My Prada sunglasses (this season’s) are quite cool

mewkins · 27/06/2022 21:17

Big chunky swatch watch. No idea if it is cool or not.

I really like the idea of a Cape too.

Laquila · 27/06/2022 21:27

Just had a thought OP - what about a bespoke perfume? I don't wear any scent because of allergies but I do like the idea of it! God knows where you'd go for it but probably somewhere in Belgravia or similar 😁

MuddlerInLaw · 27/06/2022 21:38

Perfume is a nice idea - but the OP isn’t going to get something bespoke for £100.

venus7 · 06/07/2022 19:18

luckylavender · 26/06/2022 16:13

Dungarees

Dungarees never have been cool and never will be.

QuebecBagnet · 06/07/2022 19:19

Stuckandinamess · 27/06/2022 20:51

I've just had a dermal piercing on my arm. Little sparkly stud and it makes me smile every time I look at it.
I'm 53, married mum of two and usually very straight laced so this is just me being a bit of a rebel😀

Can I see a pic, that sounds cool.

GingerLiberalFeminist · 06/07/2022 21:41

I had a mini midlife crisis (post covi) this year and went to a load of emo gigs. Think My Chemical Romance, Bring Me the Horizon etc. Moshing shook it out of me!

If you're not looking to get a sprained ankle, I recommend a black or grey silk shirt to mix up your look. Still rock chick!

GeneParmesanPrivateEye · 07/07/2022 12:01

I think for £100 I would try and pierce something and get a hair cut. Depending on where you live, that could be doable.

TheDarrellRivers · 07/07/2022 12:47

A beautiful scent

Divebar2021 · 07/07/2022 12:49

what about a bespoke perfume?

Just for your info you can get a bespoke perfume at Floris. A guy at work bought this for his wife and cost him £500. You go and choose your ingredients while enjoying a glass of champagne and then once chosen they write down the “recipe” in a big ledger for future orders.

GonnaGetGoingReturns · 07/07/2022 13:14

That's £400 as opposed to OP's £100!

GonnaGetGoingReturns · 07/07/2022 13:17

Depends on your style and what you like.

For me - I'm not really into being cool/edgy.

My local boutique owner has The Great Frog jewellery but not sure it's me. Depends on whether you'd like lasting or not, I'd maybe go for an awesome semi designer t-shirt or trainers.

Divebar2021 · 07/07/2022 13:30

@Neverendingdust

well I appreciated the jewellery recommendation - just spent £65 on 4 pieces and saved £464 on that rrp so thank you.

Oceanus · 07/07/2022 14:46

My biggest weaknesses are lipstick and earrings!

Monsterjam · 07/07/2022 17:58

Have a look at the T-shirts and jumpers from Zillow Kids (not just kids clothes)

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