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What brands do you think are really worth the money in terms of style and beauty?

166 replies

Britpopbaby · 12/10/2025 13:57

Converse~ they have become a staple for me and can be picked up cheaper in the sales.

Clinique~ specifically their cleansing balm and DDML

Ultraviolet -specifically their tinted SPF 50
which I wear with bronzer on the top.

Aussie leave in conditioning spray-
perfect for taming my hair on a morning

Longchamp le Pliage bags-I have been buying these for 15 plus years and they are perfect for shopping trips, trips to the gym
and small and short breaks away.

Mulberry bags of old, my Bayswater
from the days when they were at the height of their popularity were fantastic quality.

OP posts:
justasking111 · 19/10/2025 13:57

I like the Beauty Face eyeshadow stick.

Love loccitane shea butter hand cream. Stops my nails breaking.

Convert to UGG slippers.

bluewhitebluewhite · 19/10/2025 15:05

PadamPadamPDoom · 19/10/2025 13:26

Lanx boots are definitely not enormously expensive. Yes, things are all relative, but …

I think they are enormously expensive, if that’s alright with you @PadamPadamPDoom

WhyDoesItAlways · 19/10/2025 17:48

Went to selfridges yesterday to try the VB eyeliner and it really is as good as the adds make it look. Bought 2 shades and got my eye on a couple more.

Erborian CC cream is my absolute go to. I never wear foundation anymore. Sometimes if I just need a bit of glow I'll use their dull corrector instead of the CC cream which is also good. Wanting to try some of their under eye products next for my dark circles.

SanctusInDistress · 19/10/2025 22:32

Place marking

YourPeppyAmberTraybake · 19/10/2025 22:40

Nivea everything, the only brand I am
not allergic to.

M&S knickers.

Gucci marmont bag, I have a khaki one that looks fab all year round.

Next delivery pass

Dyson hairdryer

Britpopbaby · 20/10/2025 18:45

suburburban · 19/10/2025 13:14

Bobbi Brown eyeshadow stick

Clarins Perfumes and make up

clinique mascara

seasalt

Radley umbrellas

Josef Seibel shoes

Edited

Agree on the Radley umbrella front

Also for me:
Clinique rollerball eye serum
Clinique bronzing powder
Barbour quilted jackets
M&S jeans now that they have more modern styles
Uniqlo Heattech thermal tops

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PrissyGalore · 20/10/2025 19:01

Emma Hardie facial oil-a present from my DIL and wow!

La Roche Posay facial sunscreen.

Bumble and Bumble hair primer-makes hair silky not frizzy-see also their thickening blow dry lotion. Expensive, but I blow dry every day and these last about 9 months.

Max Factor lip pencil- have tried the expensive ones but this mauve one is the best.

Montane hiking trousers.

La Sportiva hiking boots.

New Look Adalae jeans.

Marmaladeisntheonlypreserve · 20/10/2025 19:13

Hush Puppy boots,they are indestructible.
Marks and Spencer knickers
Radley bags,fantastic quality and made in the UK.

NeedWineNow · 20/10/2025 19:50

Yes to everyone saying Radley bags. Excellent.

SanctusInDistress · 20/10/2025 19:52

NeedWineNow · 20/10/2025 19:50

Yes to everyone saying Radley bags. Excellent.

I bought a Radley wallet thst cost me £100+ and after just a few years it look very worn do not impressed wuth Radley quality

suburburban · 20/10/2025 19:55

Elastica Phillip Kingsley

I also like the Maui shampoos and conditioners

suburburban · 20/10/2025 19:56

SanctusInDistress · 20/10/2025 19:52

I bought a Radley wallet thst cost me £100+ and after just a few years it look very worn do not impressed wuth Radley quality

I think the older stuff was better

my purses are 15 years old

RedRiverShore5 · 20/10/2025 19:57

Levis
Josef Seibel boots and shoes
Real sheepskin slipper

Junenights · 20/10/2025 20:02

Kate spade wallet that I bought second hand about 5 years ago has lasted so well. Love it

Summerhillsquare · 20/10/2025 20:35

Birkenstocks, Rosie at m& silk underwear, Sunday Riley vitamin c serum, Neals Yard moisturisers and scrubs. Paul Costelloe bags. Lisa Elridge make up. Boots no7 1% retinol. Jigsaw woollens.

SilkAndSparklesForParties · 20/10/2025 20:39

SanctusInDistress · 20/10/2025 19:52

I bought a Radley wallet thst cost me £100+ and after just a few years it look very worn do not impressed wuth Radley quality

Oh no! I bought my Radley purse in 2013 for about £50, maybe £70, and it's still going strong.

justasking111 · 20/10/2025 21:30

SilkAndSparklesForParties · 20/10/2025 20:39

Oh no! I bought my Radley purse in 2013 for about £50, maybe £70, and it's still going strong.

My Radley purse is around that era. Quick wipe now and again, it's indestructible. Very thick leather in pink.

SilkAndSparklesForParties · 20/10/2025 21:40

justasking111 · 20/10/2025 21:30

My Radley purse is around that era. Quick wipe now and again, it's indestructible. Very thick leather in pink.

Snap - does it have two dogs on the front, on their hind legs and almost kissing?

justasking111 · 20/10/2025 21:43

SilkAndSparklesForParties · 20/10/2025 21:40

Snap - does it have two dogs on the front, on their hind legs and almost kissing?

No two dogs pulling a string of sausages.

NeedWineNow · 20/10/2025 22:54

SanctusInDistress · 20/10/2025 19:52

I bought a Radley wallet thst cost me £100+ and after just a few years it look very worn do not impressed wuth Radley quality

Maybe it’s the newer stuff that doesn’t last. A couple of my older bags have lasted really well.

Hanschristiananderson · 20/10/2025 23:12

padronpepper · 12/10/2025 19:28

My Essential Wardrobe jeans.
Jumper 1234 cashmere jumpers - brilliant value in the sale.
Carl Scarpa (an Irish brand) ankle boots, get a pair every 2 years.

Wow I love those boots!

Silverbirchleaf · 21/10/2025 08:54

Avon glimmerstick eyeliner

PrincessHoneysuckle · 21/10/2025 09:04

Armani luminous silk foundation.

AmpleSwan · 21/10/2025 14:08

PrincessHoneysuckle · 21/10/2025 09:04

Armani luminous silk foundation.

I have heard such good things about this but it really doesn't have a decent colour match for me! :(

Nourishinghandcream · 21/10/2025 14:20

Barbour.
Their classic waxed jackets are lovely (I own four!) although I have to admit that the style of some of the current range is not to my taste.
Much of the clothing range is also very nice, well fitting and well made.