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What can't you resist?

95 replies

Magpie50 · 08/04/2025 01:32

Is there anything you are a complete sucker for?😁
Several things for me!

Disturbia skater dresses (love em)
Joanie jumpers...thanks to Vinted I have loads.
Primark sales (you know it won't last long but a couple of quid for a dress is so good!)
Anything leaf print, especially ferns. I love ferns in my house and also on my wardrobe.😊

OP posts:
JMAngel1 · 14/04/2025 06:11

Santina · 13/04/2025 18:29

Shoes, high end, mid price, all sorts. Belts, bags, scarves and jackets. Oh and gloves. I just can't help myself, my husband, actually converted a bedroom into a room where I can lay everything out.

Ooh we need to see your room!

BreakfastOfWaffles · 14/04/2025 06:12

Wool tank tops in pastel colours, I have way too many, especially considering you can really only wear them for about three months of the year! Also shiny bangles in bright colours, love those.

MusicMakesItAllBetter · 14/04/2025 08:23

Jeans.
I've always had loads of them.
I think at one point I had about 9 pairs. Who needs that many pairs of jeans?

CharlotteStreetW1 · 14/04/2025 08:30

Sunglasses.

I have a pair of Ray Ban Erica's. I have a pair of blue Armani's.

I therefore absolutely do not need the blue Erica's that keep showing up on my feed 😍

Doesn't mean I won't buy them 🙄

henlake7 · 14/04/2025 10:13

MusicMakesItAllBetter · 14/04/2025 08:23

Jeans.
I've always had loads of them.
I think at one point I had about 9 pairs. Who needs that many pairs of jeans?

9 isnt that many though, is it?
Given they come in so many colours and shapes I easily have that many and dont consider it alot.
(in other words....WTH, buy as many jeans as you like!LOL😄).

MusicMakesItAllBetter · 14/04/2025 10:38

henlake7 · 14/04/2025 10:13

9 isnt that many though, is it?
Given they come in so many colours and shapes I easily have that many and dont consider it alot.
(in other words....WTH, buy as many jeans as you like!LOL😄).

Idk lol I mean, granted they do come in all shapes and colours these days but mine are blue lol 🤣 I used to have more when I didn't have kids. They included two black pairs (dressy ones, h/w and had a lovely ribbon corset thing on the back and then my beloved ripped knee ones) and a grey pair that were my favourite. They had zips on the bottom and being a dancer I loved how they fit over my pumps 🫣 Plus multiple blue versions.

Trainers I seem to buy a lot of too.

Unfortunately we only have one wage coming in so I make sure our kids have their needs met which doesn't leave much for me to continue my love for buying jeans and trainers. Even on Vinted 😐

Pippyls67 · 14/04/2025 13:52

Big rectangular Costco birthday cakes. Once you’re cut them they call to you all the time.

Flibberteegibbet · 14/04/2025 16:19

Handbags even though I very rarely use one. Buying crafting supplies. Trainers. Chocolate. Dogs (particularly spaniels and labradors), cats, chickens and highland cows! I have very little interest in clothes and live in next jeans, t-shirts and trainers!

thatsthatsaidthemayor · 14/04/2025 16:23

Corduroy.
Grey cardigans
lingerie
and over the top dresses I will hardly ever wear.

happytobemrsg · 14/04/2025 16:48

Right now it’s sunglasses 😎

LunaTheCat · 15/04/2025 08:36

namechangeGOT · 13/04/2025 18:59

Top end haircare - shampoo/Conditioner/masks/serums - you name it I want it and I will have it. If my only choice in life was Alberto Balsam or Pantene type creations I’d weep.

Diesel Jeans

adidas leggings.

converse. But only leather white low tops. I get a new pair every 2 months.

How on earth do you go through a pair converse every 2 months!

NeedWineNow · 15/04/2025 08:48

Handbags
Summer clothes, particularly dresses. I could go somewhere hot for 6 months and wear a different outfit every day. It’s ridiculous.
Sunglasses

namechangeGOT · 15/04/2025 11:39

LunaTheCat · 15/04/2025 08:36

How on earth do you go through a pair converse every 2 months!

Because I wear them every day, all day! I like them bright white and new looking. I then sell the ‘old’ pair on Vinted! These ones are two weeks old!

namechangeGOT · 15/04/2025 11:43

What can't you resist?
BebbanburgIsMine · 15/04/2025 12:05

I love the floral midi dresses, or gingham ones, preferably in pink, red, aqua or pale blue.

I’ve always worn dresses and skirts, and the midi, especially the ones with frills at the bottom, or tiered suit me perfectly. I get them from Vinted mainly.

NotLegallyBlonde · 15/04/2025 12:09

A pp said uptgread about anti frizz products.

mine is kinda similar. I want what’s known as “glass hair”
but
i really want the product not to require using any heat appliances.
I’ve got masses of thick hair, that even the hairdressers comment on it, and I really can’t be spending hours awkwardly dealing with it.

so, because I just want to wash and go so to speak, I’m addicted to searching for, and foolishly sometimes buying stuff that inevitably don’t meet my requirements…. The adverts look so convincing.
I hope I’m not a sucker, but the shiny, glossy, glassy hair images, pull me in 😱

Arraminta · 15/04/2025 20:20

Sweaters. All the sweaters. At the last count I had 27 (yes, I know). I have 5 identical ones from French Connection, just in different colours, because they're the perfect shape & fit.

Ankle boots. Just love them. Especially if they're suede. I have around a dozen pairs.

Coats/jackets. Too many, far too many. I have a coat for every possible eventuality, from a long 'Tin Cloth' coat from Seasalt, to an embroidered opera coat from Laura Ashley, to a buttery soft Aviator jacket from All Saints x 2.

Jeans. I've never met a pair of jeans I didn't like. I have over 25 pairs. I stalk eBay for a specific, vintage Gap style that is the perfect fit for me.

Arraminta · 15/04/2025 20:25

NotLegallyBlonde · 15/04/2025 12:09

A pp said uptgread about anti frizz products.

mine is kinda similar. I want what’s known as “glass hair”
but
i really want the product not to require using any heat appliances.
I’ve got masses of thick hair, that even the hairdressers comment on it, and I really can’t be spending hours awkwardly dealing with it.

so, because I just want to wash and go so to speak, I’m addicted to searching for, and foolishly sometimes buying stuff that inevitably don’t meet my requirements…. The adverts look so convincing.
I hope I’m not a sucker, but the shiny, glossy, glassy hair images, pull me in 😱

Have you tried a Brazilian blow-dry?

orangetriangle · 15/04/2025 20:27

coats by the dozen bags and perfumes!!!

NotLegallyBlonde · 15/04/2025 21:00

Arraminta · 15/04/2025 20:25

Have you tried a Brazilian blow-dry?

i have no idea what a Brazilian blow-dry is.
is it a trwatmenf that’s professionally applied at a saion?
If it is, how long do the affects last,? IPs be looking for it to lady through x amounts of washes once home… as I said, my hair is to long and thick for me to manage alone, other yo than wash and condition and air dry.
I thank you for your kind response, and your m story that I’m not very conversant with modern hair solutions .

Arraminta · 15/04/2025 21:06

NotLegallyBlonde · 15/04/2025 21:00

i have no idea what a Brazilian blow-dry is.
is it a trwatmenf that’s professionally applied at a saion?
If it is, how long do the affects last,? IPs be looking for it to lady through x amounts of washes once home… as I said, my hair is to long and thick for me to manage alone, other yo than wash and condition and air dry.
I thank you for your kind response, and your m story that I’m not very conversant with modern hair solutions .

You're welcome. I would strongly advise you have it done at a salon. It's basically a keratin treatment that lasts roughly 3-4 months, and makes your hair much smoother and more silky.

Have a Google, I think it would be perfect for you x

IbizaToTheNorfolkBroads · 16/04/2025 07:02

Navy/white striped T shirts
Oversized white shirts
Linen shirts
Corduroy dresses
Trainers
Black ankle boots

Fuelledbylatte · 16/04/2025 07:18

Jumpsuits
playsuits
sweaters
the right jeans….
mugs!
wow beauty products. The only one that truly has been wow is tretenoin .. everything else is ok (the wonder balms, best ever concealer, colour magic foundation etc etc) but never worth the hype. Will I ever learn? Very unlikely.
Coats and jackets. Due to the British weather, you see, there needs to be a wide variety of thickness, length, smartness, waterproofing etc

BreakfastOfWaffles · 16/04/2025 08:11

Sweaty Betty power leggings on sale. I know I don't need another pair.... but 50% off is too good to miss!

Summer2025 · 16/04/2025 08:31

Floral nursing dresses
Makeup- highlighter, blusher, new fangled setting spray