tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-47857994750483411612024-03-16T00:08:56.275-07:00Avenue 57Personal style blog for the 40 (+) year oldAvenue 57http://www.blogger.com/profile/16088621843251474791noreply@blogger.comBlogger377125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4785799475048341161.post-88053728510881694992016-05-18T10:56:00.000-07:002016-05-18T10:56:19.095-07:00Happy 5th Birthday to Avenue 57<div class="MsoNormal">
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Avenue 57http://www.blogger.com/profile/16088621843251474791noreply@blogger.com5tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4785799475048341161.post-65255090242673291672016-01-18T23:09:00.000-08:002016-02-03T07:40:49.582-08:00Not sure what to do<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
<b><i>UPDATE: I have decided to focus on the shop now. Come on over to see all new stock:<br /><a href="https://www.facebook.com/avenue57popupshop">https://www.facebook.com/avenue57popupshop</a></i></b></div>
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I haven't blogged in a while and I don't think I miss it ... why? For me, there are a number of reasons.<br />
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I think I am easily satisfied by style/what others wear on Instagram.<br />
Avenue 57 on Facebook (contact me if you want an invite) is popular<br />
I have no spending budget<br />
I'm working now<br />
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Instagram has, in my opinion, killed off some blogging traffic. It hasn't killed it off completely though. I haven't blogged (or read any - sorry!) for a long time and I still get traffic. Should I carry on? I have a feeling that I can't add anything more that other established 40+ mummy bloggers do. I have no real style, I just cobble a bunch of outfits together and I don't buy anything really.<br />
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Avenue 57 on Facebook is going really well. Such a shame I can't do that full time and make a living out of it but it's a great hobby and I love it. I get from there all that I need. I get to see stylish women dressing every day and I get to ask questions about fashion or style.<br />
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I have very little disposable income. Last year was a really tough one financially for me. I was working very part time, <u><a href="http://shop.avenue57.com/">the shop</a></u> was doing ok but not great and I loafed a lot. In November I was 'let go' from my very part time job and I cried, even though I hated it beyond hatred I cried! Then a week later I got another job and I stopped crying. I was very lucky, I know that. I am now working every day 9-3 and I suddenly don't have that much time to loaf, read, post, think. I'm enjoying work and "work" is now in a work box (before "work" was 24x7 for me). I'm still doing the shop too so I'm kind of busy and the family and house have to fit in somehow too! Oh and the husband!!<br />
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I'm waffling I know. I don't know what to do with the blog. Let it go naturally and not make a song and dance of it? Post daily outfit video's like the one below?<br />
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I've seen a few other bloggers successfully diversify their blog and it's worked for them but I'm not that great at cooking (I cook from scratch most nights but it's just boring stuff), I bloody hate exercise and I'm not doing my house up.<br />
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I wouldn't be overly sad if I never blogged again and I do know when something comes to a natural end. I started blogging in October 2011, I can't believe it that was long ago if I'm honest.<br />
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What do you think? Give up? Carry on? Do something different? Is there anything more I can add other than what I show off on <u><a href="https://www.instagram.com/avenue57/">Instagram</a></u> and Facebook?<br />
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Here's that daily outfit video I was on about. I OBVIOUSLY need to work on quality!<br />
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<br />Avenue 57http://www.blogger.com/profile/16088621843251474791noreply@blogger.com21tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4785799475048341161.post-62868745527842356562015-12-20T04:43:00.001-08:002015-12-21T03:14:28.970-08:00Farewell to 2015This is my last post of the year, I've had some fun blogging in 2015 and suspect that 2016 might be a bit thin on the ground as I have a new job that means I'm working every day now. It's hard to be out of the house Monday through Friday but the regular income is nice!<br />
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I'd like to thank everyone who stops by to read and comment and I wish you all a very Merry Christmas and Happy New Year!<br />
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Before I leave I wanted to share with you my top picks from <a href="http://www.esprit.co.uk/">Esprit</a> because they are one of my favourite brands of the year. I always stock up when in London (they have an amazing store on Oxford Street) and I love their website for visuals, great 'what's new' feature that tells you how many new items have been added to the site and generally fabulous clothes with great style and price.<br />
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Here's what I put on my Christmas list (husband reads the blog too and has done well in the past by ordering what I've said I love here!!)<br />
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Don't forget they have a <b><u>FAB sale</u></b> and things sell out quickly (talking to you husband who is reading and is thinking 'aaarrrggghhh I need to buy Fiona some Christmas presents)!<br />
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Enjoy your Esprit shopping if you're a fan (I am).<br />
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Once again, Happy Christmas to you all!<br />
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Fiona<br />
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<span style="color: red;"><br /></span>Avenue 57http://www.blogger.com/profile/16088621843251474791noreply@blogger.com7tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4785799475048341161.post-85229148131700839892015-12-06T01:05:00.002-08:002015-12-08T08:38:25.884-08:00WOW Face Mask Review<div class="MsoNormal">
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<li><span style="font-family: "times new roman" , serif; font-size: 13.5pt;">Place it on your face – it’s a little
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<li><span style="font-family: "times new roman" , serif; font-size: 13.5pt;">Leave it on for 20-40 mins (the longer,
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treatment has two parts to it. A top part for your forehead/upper face and a
lower part over your mouth and jaw. It was a bit fiddly to put on/get right and
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wearing the mask, it wasn’t attractive in any way nor would it be helpful to
you as a reader. It’s a clear second skin type of thing that looks like I’m
wearing a 2 part surgical mask for facial burns. But no-one will see you and a
mud pack looks just as ‘attractive’!<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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but the effects can be felt for up to 7 days. It’s perfect for busy women. Once
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fresher and *I* felt better because I’d done it. I am really bad at skincare
maintenance (I don’t even take my make up off night). No-one else in my family
could see any difference but I felt different. I felt like I’d just been really
really nice to my face and that in itself made me radiate a little ‘wow’ (see
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salon then this isn’t a bad price at all for a DIY deep cleanse. I will use the
other 4 treatments because I have them but I’m going to save them for days when
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Avenue 57http://www.blogger.com/profile/16088621843251474791noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4785799475048341161.post-65996621063187558822015-11-09T09:09:00.000-08:002015-11-10T09:45:22.927-08:00A brand we're loving right now - Fat FaceAvenue 57 grows strong on Facebook and we are all very much in love with a high street staple - <b><u><a href="http://www.fatface.com/">Fat Face</a></u></b>.<br />
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My husband and children wear a lot of Fat Face stuff. I've never really looked if I'm honest. We go in, we go to the back where the mens section is, we pick up, we buy, we walk out. That's the entire experience of a man shopping.<br />
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I was thrilled to be sent these amazing jeans and hoody by Fat Face so I can now join in with the family favourite brand! I'm not alone either .. check out myself and other woman who love Fat Face<br />
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<u><a href="http://www.fatface.com/opal-blue-super-skinny-jeans/invt/907550">Opal Blue Super Skinny Jeans </a></u>£45<br />
I am wearing a size 10 (they are true to size). The jeans are really good, they're pricey at £45 but once on you won't want to take them off. They are stretchy and a nice weight of denim - neither too thin or too thick if you know what I mean. The colour is a perfect replacement for the Tommy Hilfiger ones that got ruined this Summer and I couldn't be happier. I wore them twice last week and just saw they're in the ironing pile that I will attempt to tackle later so I can wear again. And again. And again!<br />
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Emma looks totally funky in her denim shorts. Worn with opaques and an oversized sweater I LOVE this look.<br />
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Sarah with her new <u><a href="http://www.fatface.com/jackets/paignton-parka/invt/903155">Paignton Parka </a></u>(and back end of her boxer dog!). I love a parka. This one looks great with the adjustable waist to accentuate a figure. It also comes in other colours. <u><a href="http://www.fatface.com/jackets/paignton-parka/invt/903155">See here</a></u> for details.<br />
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Sandra showing off with an amazing back drop. The trousers look like the perfect pair for a summers day.<br />
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Donna from I Won't Wear Sludge Brown looking great in her Fat Face clothes.<br />
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A quote from another lady on 'the avenue' - "<span style="background-color: #f6f7f8; color: #141823; font-family: "helvetica" , "arial" , sans-serif; font-size: 12px; line-height: 16.08px;">I don't buy it myself as not my style but the kids clothes are fab- just thought I'd share as had no idea til my little girl was bought a gorgeous hoodie"</span><br />
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Fiona<br />
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<br />Avenue 57http://www.blogger.com/profile/16088621843251474791noreply@blogger.com10tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4785799475048341161.post-35562314402838771492015-10-20T08:52:00.003-07:002015-10-20T08:52:56.734-07:00A few of my favourite thingsNew to my <a href="http://shop.avenue57.com/"><b><u>online shop</u></b> </a>are some gorgeous pieces. I've taken one of the asymmetrical tops for myself and one of the aztec cardigans #perksofthejob.<br />
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I love how boutiques are popping up all the time and I know that Avril my blogger buddy from <u><a href="http://schoolgatestyle.tictail.com/">School Gate Style</a></u> does a great line in scarves and jewellery too.<br />
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These items need no further introduction, the pictures speak for themselves.<br /><br />Most stock is added to Facebook first and then into the shop. If you want to be first to see what's new then hop on over and give <b><u><a href="https://www.facebook.com/avenue57popupshop">the page a like</a></u></b> or send me an email if you want to be added to the newsletter.<br />
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Navy asymmetrical top - £18<br />
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Aztec cardigan - £35<br />
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Studded top (wool blend) - £35<br />
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<br />Avenue 57http://www.blogger.com/profile/16088621843251474791noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4785799475048341161.post-64544500763022269382015-10-19T01:57:00.001-07:002015-11-10T09:43:04.447-08:00Discount code Seven Boot LaneI've been after a pair of <u><a href="http://sevenbootlane.com/collections/boots/products/erin-deep-blue-suede">navy ankle boots</a></u> for a very long time! So when I was asked by <u><a href="http://sevenbootlane.com/">Seven Boot Lane </a></u>last week to review a pair of boots - yes please and thank you very much!<br />
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I was very torn between what I needed and what I loved;<br />
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NEED - <u><a href="http://sevenbootlane.com/collections/boots/products/erin-deep-blue-suede">Navy ankle boots</a></u><br />
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LOVE - <a href="http://sevenbootlane.com/collections/boots/products/eloise-walnut-suede">Suede beige ankle boots</a><br />
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Seems I'm in great company as blogger buddy Avril from <u><a href="http://www.schoolgatestyle.com/">School Gate Style</a></u> chose these ones and totally looks gorgeous in them.<br />
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Established in 2012, our family-run company creates women's footwear that stands the test of time, both in quality and design. Since then Seven Boot Lane has gathered a loyal following who value the style, versatility and craftsmanship of our boots and shoes. True to the trends but always treading our own path, our collections have a unique design handwriting which combines the understated with the innovative.<br />
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Fiona<br />
xoxoAvenue 57http://www.blogger.com/profile/16088621843251474791noreply@blogger.com6tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4785799475048341161.post-45441229651634267682015-10-14T07:37:00.001-07:002015-10-15T04:50:08.273-07:00Gok for TU - he's back in the roomWhen Gok Wan first launched a collaboration with TU Clothing it was very well received. It was brilliant in terms of style/quality/design and price. And then (IMVHO) it went off the boil and I struggled to find a single item that I like/loved/desired.<br />
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He's just released his latest clothing line (must be about his 8th or something now?) and it's brilliant!<br />
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Totally in love with the suede skirt which is a take on the £200 one from M&S earlier this year. Also loving the bold prints and colours.<br />
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THIS IS NOT A SPONSORED POST. When I gush about something I gush and it might make you think I've been paid or gifted an item - I have not.<br />
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<b><u><a href="http://tuclothing.sainsburys.co.uk/tustorefront/?pagetype=product&productcode=128948482-MultiColoured">Gok Multicoloured Floral Mini Skirt - £25</a></u></b><br />
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I eye spied these beauties too from the standard TU range<br />
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This has all the women talking on the Facebook group - it's amazing!<br />
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<b><u><a href="http://tuclothing.sainsburys.co.uk/tustorefront/?pagetype=product&productcode=127914424-Pink">Pink Maxi Cardigan - £22</a></u></b><br />
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What do you think? Supermarket chic or supermarket sweep and move on?<br />
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Fiona<br />
xoxoAvenue 57http://www.blogger.com/profile/16088621843251474791noreply@blogger.com12tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4785799475048341161.post-72689435375587978952015-10-02T00:45:00.000-07:002015-10-02T00:45:01.169-07:00Brand Discovery - Sandwich ClothingThe lovely ladies at Gemini have a wide range of brands in their shop and online. I've met the ladies behind the shop and have spent a fun day last year with Donna from <u><a href="http://iwontwearsludgebrown.blogspot.co.uk/">I Won't Wear Sludge Brown</a></u> on a <u><a href="http://blog.avenue57.com/2014/12/gemini-fashion-blogger-event.html">photoshoot</a></u>.<br />
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A brand which I became aware of last year and keep seeing more of is Sandwich. It's a Dutch brand originally and they say "Sandwich designs highly wearable fashion with a twist. Our clothing can be worn every day, but is never ordinary. You’ll recognise the Sandwich twist in our surprising cuts for example, our use of fabrics or our one-of-a-kind prints."<br />
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Here is my pick of the best via Gemini. The yellow scarf is amazing. Imagine that over a breton with a nice blazer and jeans.<br />
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<u><a href="http://www.gemini-woman.co.uk/item/Sandwich-Clothing/Boucle-Long-Cardigan-Coat/AM51#.Vg4zAnpViko">Boucle Long Cardigan Coat</a></u><br />
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<u><a href="http://www.gemini-woman.co.uk/item/Sandwich-Clothing/Soft-Viscose-Scarf/ALOY">Yellow Scarf</a></u><br />
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<u><a href="http://www.gemini-woman.co.uk/item/Sandwich-Clothing/Vintage-Denim-Verona-Jean/A9C1">Vintage Look Jeans</a></u><br />
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Have you heard of Sandwich Clothing before? If you want to see a wide range of their clothes, free delivery over £75 then head on over to <u><a href="http://www.gemini-woman.co.uk/brands/sandwich-clothing">Gemini</a></u> to order today.<br />
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Fiona<br />
xoxo<br />
<br />Avenue 57http://www.blogger.com/profile/16088621843251474791noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4785799475048341161.post-7489751488101915302015-09-29T01:23:00.001-07:002015-09-29T05:09:15.948-07:00White jeans in AutumnI love white jeans but rarely wear them. Don't know why because when I do I love them!<br />
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Quickly shoved on white jeans today because it's summer like weather but I can't be bothered to shave and tan my legs #scabbylazybitch<br />
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Here are some ideas to recreate my look<br />
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<a href="http://www.houseoffraser.co.uk/Label+Lab+Wrap+over+cowl+knit+jumper/197500416,default,pd.html">Wrap Jumper </a>- House Of Fraser<br />
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<a href="http://www.topshop.com/en/tsuk/product/clothing-427/jeans-446/moto-white-wash-joni-jeans-2868120?bi=1&ps=20">White Jeans </a>- Topshop<br />
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<a href="http://sevenbootlane.com/collections/boots/products/erin-walnut-suede">Ankle books </a>- Seven Boot Lane<br />
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White jeans in Autumn/Winter? I say yes!<br />
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Fiona<br />
xoxo<br />
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Don't forget Avenue 57 has a pop up shop and is <u><a href="https://www.facebook.com/avenue57popupshop">available to view</a></u> on Facebook!<br />
<br />Avenue 57http://www.blogger.com/profile/16088621843251474791noreply@blogger.com15tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4785799475048341161.post-32118427656037387412015-09-22T10:04:00.000-07:002015-09-29T05:16:20.973-07:00Grey ankle bootsI went away this weekend to the British seaside with 2 of my girlfriends. We had no plans other than to drink and eat. We did very well at those two activities.<br />
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Unfortunately I don't have any photos!!! Sometimes it's good not to take a photo of everything right? Note to self: take photos of your friends/food/drink as you never know when you might need to blog!<br />
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Actually there are 2 photos of my Mum and I and of my friends and myself scoffing cake on Saturday.<br />
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Right, back to the main point which is grey ankle boots. My friend (in green who has ballet pumps on in the picture) brought with her <u><a href="http://www.mintvelvet.co.uk/grey-amber-stud-boot/boots/mint-v/fcp-product/4834">these boots</a></u> she'd just purchased from Mint Velvet. They look high but they're not too high. What they are ... is ... BLOODY AMAZING! They looked so good.<br />
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Last year grey boots were like rocking horse poop. This year they're everywhere!<br />
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<u><a href="http://www.mintvelvet.co.uk/grey-amber-stud-boot/boots/mint-v/fcp-product/4834">Grey Boots - Mint Velvet - £149</a></u> (sounds a lot but they will last for years and they are amazing)<br />
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More grey boots from Mint Velvet<br />
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<u><a href="http://www.mintvelvet.co.uk/pws/ProductDetails.ice?ProductID=5650&source=ymal">GRANITE LIZA TASSLE BOOT - £139</a></u><br />
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<u>MINT VELVET <a href="http://www.mintvelvet.co.uk/pws/ProductDetails.ice?ProductID=5498&source=ymal">TAUPE STELLA ANKLE BOOT - £149</a></u><br />
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<u><a href="http://www.next.co.uk/x6d2276s3#821547x56">Next Grey Slouchy Boots - £55</a></u> (I have these in tan and wear them a lot)<br />
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<a href="http://www.next.co.uk/x6d2290s4#783134x56">Next Leather Grey Ankle Boots - £80</a><br />
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<u><a href="http://www.riverisland.com/women/shoes--boots/ankle-boots/grey-suede-fringed-heeled-boots-673003">River Island Grey Fringed Boots - £70</a></u><br />
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<u><a href="http://www.marksandspencer.com/suede-elasticated-panel-ankle-boots-with-insolia/p/p22341716?colour=Grey">Marks & Spencer - £59</a></u><br />
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<u><a href="http://www.houseoffraser.co.uk/Head+Over+Heels+Rhoda+ruched+dressy+boots/221183873,default,pd.html">House of Fraser Slouchy Grey Ankle Boots - £55</a></u><br />
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<u><a href="http://www.johnlewis.com/collection-weekend-by-john-lewis-parata-nubuck-ankle-boots/p1958290?colour=Grey">John Lewis Grey Nubuck Boots - £85</a></u><br />
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Told you there were a lot, I've not even scratched the surface. I want to buy the MV ones I mentioned that my friend has but I need a PROPER WARM winter coat and that's going to cost me over £150, plus I've had some 'treatment' on my face .. oh go on then, I've had botox and will blog about that shortly.<br />
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Grey boots anyone? (I already have 2 pairs, one from Peacocks that cost me £15 and some from a US store called Old Navy 2 years ago).<br />
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Fiona<br />
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FLASH SALE ONLINE VIA AVENUE 57 POPUPSHOP - Click here to see what is on offer.<br />
ALSO I have exclusive offers on my Facebook page so <u><a href="https://www.facebook.com/avenue57popupshop">come on over</a></u> to see my amazing wrap bracelets for ONLY £6 (includes free gift bag and UK postage).<br />
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<br />Avenue 57http://www.blogger.com/profile/16088621843251474791noreply@blogger.com12tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4785799475048341161.post-4738413424964054162015-09-14T10:33:00.002-07:002015-09-14T10:33:48.334-07:00Wanted: Fringe BootsI was short of time on Saturday so literally walked past these, stopped, turned back, stared at them and cursed my lack of time for trying them on.<br />
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I'm surprised they're as expensive at this - it's Next we're talking about. They're usually very good at keeping prices lower but I'm surprised by the £68 price tag for a pair of fashion ankle boots (fashion meaning they're trendy now but who's to say they will still be next year?).<br />
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<u><a href="http://www.next.co.uk/x6d2290s3#799764x56">Ginger Suede Fringe Boots</a></u> - £68<br />
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Other places to buy tan fringe boots?<br />
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<u><a href="http://www.newlook.com/shop/shoe-gallery/view-all-boots/tan-fringe-buckle-heel-boots-_358137418">New Look - £59.99</a></u><br />
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<u><a href="http://www.office.co.uk/view/product/office_catalog/2,10/2186145009">Office - £75</a></u><br />
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<u><a href="http://www.matalan.co.uk/womens/footwear/boots/s2605192/western-fringe-detail-shoe-boot">Matalan - £25</a></u><br />
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Saw these <u><a href="http://www.next.co.uk/x6d3280s3#905065x56">Ash Jalouse look a likey's</a></u> too - £52<br />
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<u><a href="http://www.johnlewis.com/miss-kg-sassy-suede-tassel-ankle-boots-tan/p2053767">Miss KG via John Lewis</a></u> - £95<br />
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<u><a href="http://www.asos.com/ASOS/ASOS-RILEY-Suede-Western-Fringe-Ankle-Boots/Prod/pgeproduct.aspx?iid=5576901&cid=4172&Rf-200=26&sh=0&pge=0&pgesize=36&sort=-1&clr=Chestnut&totalstyles=101&gridsize=3">ASOS - £50</a></u> (LOVE THESE)!<br />
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<u><a href="http://www.dunelondon.com/preda-suede-fringe-detail-ankle-boot-0092507290010350/">Dune</a></u> - £99<br />
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Fan of the fringe?<br />
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Fiona<br />
xoxoAvenue 57http://www.blogger.com/profile/16088621843251474791noreply@blogger.com18tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4785799475048341161.post-67183358907543692562015-09-11T23:54:00.001-07:002015-09-11T23:54:33.620-07:00THE best wrap/cape ever .. or is it?Last week the ladies on Avenue 57 were all in a frenzy about this 'amazing' <u><a href="http://www.clothingattesco.com/womens-knitwear/f+f-striped-cape-with-alpaca-wool/invt/bm521297&bklist=icat,4,shop,catgwomens,womens-knitwear">cape/wrap/shrug knit </a></u>thing from Tesco.<br />
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It started with this picture<br />
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Helps that Tanya is just gorgeous and stylish anyway. DO NOT talk to me about how stunning her hair is .. just don't OK?!<br />
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Then that picture above lead to these below!<br />
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I got mine yesterday. I picked it up, I tried it on, I put it down. And repeat 3 times. In the end I asked the ladies on Avenue 57 what they thought and before anyone had responded I thought sod it, I'll buy it, take it home and see if I love it even more there. So it's sat on a hanger waiting to be loved because I don't love it right now. I just wanted to look like Tanya and I don't!<br /><br />I got the M because they didn't have S and I think it's too big? I also didn't intend to share this photo so apologies for its crapness. It's ok, it's a bit itchy scratchy due to the wool blend, it has a funny leather trim too it that you can't see and I think it'll annoy me as you don't wrap it around your body and there is no fastening mechanism so it just hangs and I fear it might fall off and just slip down and generally bug me!<br />
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To cape or not to cape, that is the question?<br />
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Fiona<br />
xoxo<br />
Summer sale now on, many items £10 or less! <u><a href="http://shop.avenue57.com/products/sale-everything-10">CLICK HERE</a></u> to view the Avenue 57 Pop Up Shop<br />
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<br />Avenue 57http://www.blogger.com/profile/16088621843251474791noreply@blogger.com26tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4785799475048341161.post-10519713457366269752015-09-08T01:36:00.000-07:002015-09-12T00:10:50.667-07:00Slogan tops - yay or nay?I used to hate them with a passion. Now I passionately love them.<br />
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I have 2 items but I'm on the hunt for more. I want more jumpers instead of tshirts as it's starting to get cold.<br />
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<u><a href="http://www.newlook.com/shop/womens/tops/tall-grey-glitter-heart-love-t-shirt_360136204">New Look - £8.99</a></u><br />
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<u><a href="https://www.oliverbonas.com/fashion/when-in-rome-jumper-36608">Oliver Bonas - £45</a></u><br />
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<u><a href="http://www.next.co.uk/x6d120s5#146059x56">Next - £28</a></u><br />
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<u><a href="http://www.johnlewis.com/mango-printed-message-sweatshirt-natural-white/p2169525">Mango via John Lewis - £29.99</a></u><br />
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Are you in the 'yay' camp or the 'nay' camp when it comes to slogans?<br />
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Fiona<br />
xoxo<br />
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Summer sale now online via <u><a href="http://shop.avenue57.com/products/sale-everything-10">Avenue 57 Pop Up Shop</a></u> - items from £8 and all orders include free UK deliveryAvenue 57http://www.blogger.com/profile/16088621843251474791noreply@blogger.com20tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4785799475048341161.post-25437048915488821662015-09-07T02:58:00.000-07:002015-09-12T00:11:01.596-07:00Cheap alternative to the Chloe MarcieI haven't been on the Mango website for a long time. I'm still on a spending ban of some sorts. I really need to save for LA as I know I'll want to spend there and at the moment I'm not that inspired about what the high street has to offer. That is until I <u><a href="http://goo.gl/wbXh5R">spotted this beauty online</a></u> at Mango.<br />
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Avenue 57http://www.blogger.com/profile/16088621843251474791noreply@blogger.com12tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4785799475048341161.post-11529624091956957252015-09-05T02:08:00.001-07:002015-09-12T00:11:30.728-07:00Eat Clean : Train LeanYou might think by the title that my blog and body have been taken over by someone else. I am now reaching 42 (2 weeks to go) and suddenly my body is not the same as it always has been. In clothes I know I look the same, the benefit of having thin arms and legs. But my middle is just swelling each week. I know what the problem is - WINE. I love wine, I genuinely love love love it but drinking every day has now started to take its toll. The wasted calories and how they are making my tummy wobble and I've gained some great love handles! I know I am slim, I am a size 10 but TO ME it's all about keeping in control of what you've got and I'm starting to get a bit out of control, so time to reel it in.<br />
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A good friend and blogging buddy Trea from Treasures N Pleasures has set up a (closed) group on Facebook called <a href="https://www.facebook.com/groups/1656095441287756/" style="text-decoration: underline;">Eat Clean : Train Lean</a>. I joined when she first set it up 6 months ago but then left because I wasn't ready. I am now. Clothes are tight, I have to wear baggy clothes around my middle and enough is enough. As I'm entering menopause territory I need to do something.<br />
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What am I doing?<br />
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<li>Cutting out wine unless we're out/occasion at home calls for it</li>
<li>Swapping white rice and pasta for brown</li>
<li>Introducing more salads to my life and cutting out bread</li>
<li>Introducing some VERY LIGHT VERY BASIC weight training</li>
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I cook from scratch most days anyway so there is no need for me to think about cutting out processed food. I only eat sweets and biscuits occasionally (once a week maybe if that) and I don't ever really eat chocolate (I know shoot me now!).<br />
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It's well documented that when you hit 40 your metabolism changes. It's taken me 2 years to realise this! I just searched and found this quote:<br />
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<i>After the age of 40, the human body is susceptible to gaining, on average, one pound a year. When women reach the menopause, this average weight gain is likely to increase because of hormonal and physical changes which take place at this time.</i><br />
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Meals for next week to help me (trust me I'm not doing this 100% as I have a family to feed also and I'm not cooking for the children, for me and then the husband so I have to adapt for my situation)<br />
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<a href="http://www.bbcgoodfood.com/recipes/asian-quinoa-stir-fry">Asian quinoa stir-fry</a><br />
<a href="http://www.womanandhome.com/recipes/536907/davina-mccall-s-pork-bean-and-sweet-potato-chilli">Pork, Bean and Sweet Potato Chilli</a><br />
<a href="http://www.slimmingworld.com/recipes/bbq-pulled-pork.aspx">Pulled pork with salad, corn and sweet potatoes</a><br />
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I also have a new toy to play with for cooking and salad dressing, I'll be writing about that in another blog post soon.<br />
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Eat clean and train lean - what do you think?<br />
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Fiona<br />
xoxoAvenue 57http://www.blogger.com/profile/16088621843251474791noreply@blogger.com10tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4785799475048341161.post-28237881277832868832015-09-04T02:46:00.000-07:002015-09-04T02:46:40.016-07:00Bye bye hair extensionsI used to have nice hair, then I cut it, then I tried to grow it but it wouldn't grow so I cut it again, I hated it after a while, I wanted it long, it wouldn't grow #groundhogday.<br /><br />So 5 months ago I decided to get some hair extensions put in. £200 which I didn't think was a bad price at all for instantly longer hair. But then I didn't think about the £45 per month maintenance cost. On top of that it still needing colouring and cutting. The lady that usually did the mainetance is no longer available so I had to look for a new person but the only one I could found charged £60 per month. It all starts to add up doesn't it just for hair. And the fact I missed being to run my fingers through my hair, brush it from root to end ... so last night I pulled them all out (not in a manic frenzy kind of way but in a gently does it kind of way)!!<br />
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So here we are from before, during and after (May 2015 to June 2015 to September 2015).<br />
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Products I'm going to use for styling:<br />
<u><a href="http://www.amazon.co.uk/gp/product/B003BV0YW4/ref=as_li_tl?ie=UTF8&camp=1634&creative=19450&creativeASIN=B003BV0YW4&linkCode=as2&tag=aven57-21">Guardian Angel Heat Protection Spray</a></u> from Amazon<br /><u><a href="http://www.awin1.com/cread.php?awinmid=1402&awinaffid=135117&clickref=&p=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.marksandspencer.com%2Ffull-thickening-cream-109ml%2Fp%2Fp22379622">Living Proof from M&S</a></u> for thickening<br />
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And I need to find a good hairdryer that doesn't blow my thin hair all over the place! The one I have now is too powerful.<br />
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It's going to take some getting used to as it's really thin in comparison to 200+ extenstions in but I'm going to have to grow to love it because £60 per month on top of my already non budget for spending is too much. Plus I have a 10 day trip to LA in October to save for!<br /><br />What do you think? Better now or with extensions?<br />
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Fiona<br />
xoxoAvenue 57http://www.blogger.com/profile/16088621843251474791noreply@blogger.com12tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4785799475048341161.post-12258661509458291142015-08-27T02:30:00.000-07:002015-09-04T02:47:33.177-07:00If I can do it then so can the big brandsI've decided to offer <b>free UK delivery</b> on every order regardless of the size. I want to make a point that if I can do it THEN SO CAN OTHERS. I want to name and shame but there are SO many of them out there that charge for delivery and I fear I will miss some of them out!<br />
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<u><a href="http://www.asos.com/women/">ASOS</a></u> and <u><a href="http://www.boden.co.uk/">Boden </a></u>absolutely have it right but that is because they started out as online stores. They've never had a high street presence and so their own way of doing business is online and with the customer at the forefront of their mind and not profit. The irony is that they receive more orders because of the free delivery (I am guessing but I bet it's true)!<br />
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As of today, <u><a href="http://shop.avenue57.com/">Avenue 57 Pop Up Shop</a></u> will offer free UK delivery on any order!<br />
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Particularly in love with the faux wrap cardigan (first pic) and the best selling wrap bracelets myself!<br />
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Feel free to name and shame the stores that put you off buying online because of charging for delivery!<br />
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Fiona<br />
xoxoAvenue 57http://www.blogger.com/profile/16088621843251474791noreply@blogger.com7tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4785799475048341161.post-78358799549371764612015-08-19T07:55:00.002-07:002015-09-01T23:38:32.648-07:00Honest discussion/feedback on Tu Clothing online<span style="font-family: inherit;">I was so excited when Tu Clothing launched recently. I blogged <u><a href="http://blog.avenue57.com/2015/08/tu-clothing-now-online-hoorah.html">about it here</a></u>. I've been going on for years that they needed to get with the modern age of online store for clothes etc (I even told them I would help them!!!) so I was really pleased when it went live. BUT ... I read the small print for delivery/returns when a friend asked (you can click and collect for free (orders over £15) but if you don't have a local store then you're going to have rely on their delivery charges. This got me thinking. I posted in the secret group on Avenue 57 this morning about this. Here is my actual post:</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: inherit;"><br /><span style="color: #666666;"><i>"<span style="background-color: white; line-height: 19.3199996948242px;">DISCUSSION: Having looked at the Sainsbury's online clothes store last night they charge £3.95 for delivery and will deduct £3.50 off your refund for returning items via post. Is it me or is this just NOT ON? I get why (the likes of myself have to charge postage, although I am looking into free delivery to see if it's viable for me) but for a massive company like Sainsbury's I think it's wrong. Very wrong. What do you think?"</span></i></span></span><br />
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<span style="line-height: 19.3199996948242px;">Can you return to store? I'm Guessing it's to encourage the use of click and collect. I do agree it's a bit rubbish. I don't mind paying delivery so much, but I really get annoyed about paying for returns.</span><br />
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<span style="line-height: 19.3199996948242px;">Hmm, doesn't sound very appealing to me. We don't have a sainsburys near us for click and collect. Under the distance selling regulations, they have to refund the delivery charge if you return the item within 7 days...I think...I could be wrong about that but it seems to ring a bell somewhere...</span><br />
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<span style="line-height: 19.3199996948242px;">It always annoys me when places charge for returns. It's like the customer is being punished for the items not being quite right. Unfair imho</span><br />
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<span style="line-height: 19.3199996948242px;">I won't order from somewhere I have to pay for delivery and returns, I think in this day and age it's awful that big companies do this! Gives me no incentive to online order there</span><br />
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<span style="line-height: 19.3199996948242px;">There is no click and collect nearby, so for me the whole ordering process (if I returned) would cost £7.45! They need to rethink this, it would definitely put me off ordering.</span><br />
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<span style="line-height: 19.3199996948242px;">So £7.45 before you even add in what you had to pay to post it back?! Crazy!</span><br />
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<span style="line-height: 19.3199996948242px;">Crazy! Delivery is perhaps one thing, but paying to return drives me mad! That said I have so many extras in my wardrobe that have been bought to bring me over free delivery threshold where it's available, as I'd much rather have something to show for my money - there's nearly always something to be found, even if it ends up being a gift for someone else. Never, ever begrudge smaller retailers such as yourself Fiona Blake the cost, but somewhere like sainsburys is a different kettle of fish altogether!</span><br />
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<span style="line-height: 19.3199996948242px;">It puts me off buying if they charge £3.95. Makes me consider what I'm ordering and if I think it's worth the price including £3.95. Eg the item is £16 so £20 with delivery, do I think it's worth £20. </span><br />
<span style="line-height: 19.3199996948242px;">And charging for returns means I won't order. I have a few sainsburys near me so buy because I'm browsing when doing. A food shop or buying lunch in my break at work as sainsburys is nearest shop to work.</span><br />
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<span style="line-height: 19.3199996948242px;">Because I'm like a dog with a bone once I get started on something (and because I'm sitting idly waiting for my daughter's swimming lesson to end) I've just been perusing the Sainsburys refund policy and they will refund the initial delivery charge but only if you return the whole order. </span><br />
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<span style="line-height: 19.3199996948242px;"><span style="color: #666666;"><i>We will refund delivery charges only if all goods ordered in the same transaction are returned within 28 days. If returned items were part of a promotional offer, or e-vouchers were used, the amount refunded will be reduced using an appropriate ratio.</i></span></span><br />
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<span style="line-height: 19.3199996948242px;">I think that's a bit sneaky. For example, you might order more than one size in the same item, which would mean when you returned one of them, you wouldn't get your delivery charge back. One of the reasons the distance selling regulations initially stated you should be refunded your delivery charge, was because people should not be penalised for being unable to try on an item before purchase. You aren't charged for trying on an item in a changing room.</span><br />
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<span style="line-height: 19.3199996948242px;">Nope not on. Don't Next do something similar? Hence why I don't order from them. Free postage and returns is s huge draw to me, mostly because I order multiple sizes and therefore always have to return. A huge company like sainsbury should offer free delivery. I spend £120 a week on food with them, they should take that into consideration too!</span><br />
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<span style="line-height: 19.3199996948242px;">All these companies should take a leaf out of Asos' book! And Boden. I can't fault their CS. Asos have got it spot on too.</span><br />
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<span style="line-height: 19.3199996948242px;">I like ASOS premier - £10 a year for free unlimited next day delivery.</span><br />
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<span style="line-height: 19.3199996948242px;">I am put off ordering because of things like this; and encouraged to buy more frequently if it's free delivery and free returns.</span><br />
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<span style="line-height: 19.3199996948242px;">I'm put off by delivery and return charges- I always check before I order. Don't mind a delivery charge as long as it's reasonable (say under £4) but I hate being charged for returns!</span><br />
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<span style="line-height: 19.3199996948242px;">It is a joke. Free delivery and free returns should be the way forward !</span><br />
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<span style="line-height: 19.3199996948242px;">I don't like having to pay for delivery but sometimes you just have to suck it up, exorbitant p&p puts me off totally though. I absolutely hate having to pay for returns and have often changed my mind about ordering from those companies at all. I don't want to end up spending £7-£10 and having nothing to show for it. Also, companies that have stores everywhere but don't offer click and collect. That winds me up also. They're getting deliveries weekly anyway so why not offer that service?!</span><br />
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<span style="line-height: 19.3199996948242px;">I am totally put off ordering from somewhere that charges for returns</span><br />
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<span style="line-height: 19.3199996948242px;">Would put me off ordering!</span><br />
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<span style="line-height: 19.3199996948242px;">I just don't order at places that do that (although I have loads of supermarkets near do use click and collect)</span><br />
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<span style="line-height: 19.3199996948242px;">Generally, if companies charge me delivery I only tend to buy when there's some sort of promotion to counter it, it does really get on my wick.</span><br />
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<span style="line-height: 19.3199996948242px;">It all seems very half hearted by them if I'm honest. I mean a major player in the supermarket world only just launching it's online clothing shop. No fanfare and charging for returns. Hmmmmm!</span><br />
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<span style="background-color: white; font-family: inherit; line-height: 19.3199996948242px;">What do you think? Should big companies like this charge for delivery and returns?</span><br />
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<span style="background-color: white; line-height: 19.3199996948242px;"><span style="font-family: inherit;">xoxo</span></span>Avenue 57http://www.blogger.com/profile/16088621843251474791noreply@blogger.com4tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4785799475048341161.post-42032830217765440382015-08-18T04:00:00.000-07:002015-08-19T09:06:23.262-07:00Tu Clothing now online - HOORAH!I can't tell you how long I have been waiting for this! I promise you, at least 3 years+. I have written to Sainsbury's many times asking them when they would do it, did they want a hand sorting it out etc and now I am so pleased that <b><u><a href="http://tuclothing.sainsburys.co.uk/">Tu Clothing from Sainsbury's is ONLINE</a></u></b>!<br />
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I have so many clothes from there that when I wear them people always ask and are always shocked when I say 'Sainsbury's'. Gone are the days of being a snob about where you bought your clothes from.<br />
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Oh can I just say now - THIS IS NOT A SPONSORED POST! I gush about all things I love and want to share with you.<br />
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This week Tu Clothing is offering 25% off everything online and instore and off ALL items including sale items) - WAHOO WAHOO double WAHOO!<br />
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The ladies over at Avenue 57 (secret outfit sharing group on Facebook - get in touch if you want to join - fiona@avenue57.com) are getting all excited about a lot of things. Including:<br />
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<u><a href="http://tuclothing.sainsburys.co.uk/tustorefront//?pagetype=product&productcode=128605172-MultiColoured&viewType=crossSell">Gok Multicoloured Printed Wrap Dress</a></u> - £26.25 (after discount)<br />
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<u><a href="http://tuclothing.sainsburys.co.uk/tustorefront/STYLE%3AAW15-RIPPLE-STITCH-2-IN-1?pagetype=product&productcode=127878128-Navy">Navy Stripe 2 in 1 Jumper</a></u> - £16.50 (after discount)<br />
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<u><a href="http://tuclothing.sainsburys.co.uk/tustorefront/STYLE%3A-Mini-Cable-Jumper-P19?pagetype=product&productcode=128598216-Red">Gok Red Cable Knit Jumper</a></u> - £16.50 (after discount)<br />
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When was the last time you either looked online or had to pop to your local Sainsbury's to <strike>go clothes shopping </strike>buy milk?<br />
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PS: I have <u><a href="http://goo.gl/CpN0LP">25% off all scarves</a></u> online this week - <u><a href="http://goo.gl/CpN0LP">hop on over</a></u> to check out the 25+ styles availableAvenue 57http://www.blogger.com/profile/16088621843251474791noreply@blogger.com5tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4785799475048341161.post-43261149724242275842015-08-13T07:26:00.003-07:002015-08-13T07:26:37.770-07:00Denim Shirt DressI'm kicking myself that in Tesco yesterday I didn't buy this <u><a href="http://www.clothingattesco.com/dresses/f+f-mid-wash-denim-shirt-dress/invt/jk521020">shirt dress</a></u>. I tried it on but was being rushed by being able to hear my two <strike>brats </strike>children running around outside causing mayhem. I wish I'd bought it and tried it on at home and styled it with my lovely pink high heels/trainers/flip flops. If truth be known I was also being tight! I hate paying full price for things but it was only £20 so I really am kicking myself now. The length was perfect too (too long for some though because at 5ft 9 it sat on me as it does here on the model - proper knee length).<br />
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<br />The kicking goes on because today the lovely Carly who posts on the secret Avenue 57 outfit sharing group on Facebook (email if you want to join - fiona@avenue57.com) was wearing hers. I thought it was from Tesco but it's not, it's from George at Asda. I prefer hers because hers has a defined a waist and the Tesco one didn't - it looked like I was 5 years old and I'd borrowed one of my dads shirts! Carly looks fab.<br />
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Asda sell them in <u><a href="http://direct.asda.com/george/womens/dresses/button-down-denim-shirt-dress/GEM370038,default,pd.html?dual=0&action=product_interest&action_type=image&bucket_id=irsbucketdefault&placement_id=GRGTOP&config_id=GRGTOP&parent_item_id=G005091168&strategy=PWBAB&category=&product_id=GEM370038&findingMethod=p13n">chambray</a></u> or <u><a href="http://direct.asda.com/george/womens/dresses/button-down-denim-shirt-dress/G005123709,default,pd.html">dark denim</a></u><br />
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Shall I go and order the one I left behind in Tesco?<br />
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Fiona<br />
xoxoAvenue 57http://www.blogger.com/profile/16088621843251474791noreply@blogger.com7tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4785799475048341161.post-84104795320457299622015-08-12T05:52:00.003-07:002015-08-12T05:52:58.002-07:00Carnage and a tan removal mittLet's gloss over the fact that I've not been around for a while blogging. A few good reasons:<br />
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Summer holidays (they are over soon aren't they? Please tell me so)<br />
Life (work, house, husband, kids etc etc)<br />
A book - you have to read this if you love easy to read books<br />
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<b><u><a href="http://goo.gl/d6uDjD">CARNAGE: Book #1 The Story Of Us</a></u> by Lesley Jones </b><br />
In essence it's a love story but it's no Mills & Boon (neither is it on a par with 50 Shades of Grey)! I picked it up last Monday evening and <b>COULD NOT PUT IT DOWN</b>! I literally ignored everyone for 2 days and I read it through the night too. Amazing how little sleep you actually need. It has a follow up book and that didn't disappoint either.<br />
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<b>Tan Removal Mitt</b><br />
I ordered these tan mitts last month <u><a href="http://shop.avenue57.com/">for the shop</a></u> and I wasn't so sure if they would work or not. I am TERRIBLE at applying false tan even though I use it all the time. I am ok with face/neck/arms and the main bits of my legs but don't ever look closely at my wrists/hands and feet.<br />
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My very good blogging friend Avril from <u><a href="http://www.schoolgatestyle.com/2015/07/self-tan-secrets-bellamianta-tan-mitt.html">School Gate Style </a></u>ordered one after I'd raved online about them and she too loved hers! Since then many many many false tan lovers have ordered. I have a few left so if you love false tan but you hate the mistakes you make on application OR you want to get rid of the uneven fade then it's the best £6 you will spend. <b><u><a href="http://shop.avenue57.com/product/exfoliating-tan-removal-mitt">Order online here today.</a></u></b><br />
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Let's see if this simple post has cleared by bloggers block!<br />
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Fiona<br />
xoxo<br />
<br />Avenue 57http://www.blogger.com/profile/16088621843251474791noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4785799475048341161.post-31126225200778990422015-07-21T06:16:00.000-07:002015-08-12T04:43:10.703-07:00Boden Discount CodeJust thought I'd share a code that works 20% off at Boden - A2T5<br />
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A lot of women on Avenue 57 (write to me if you want to join the secret discussion group on Facebook - fiona@avenue57.com) are currently after <u><a href="http://www.awin1.com/cread.php?awinmid=1669&awinaffid=135117&clickref=&p=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.boden.co.uk%2Fen-GB%2FWomens-Shirts-Blouses%2FWA629%2FWomens-The-Boyfriend-Shirt.html">the boyfriend shirt</a></u>:<br />
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Full price - £59 but with 20% off it works out to be £47.20 and they have free delivery at the moment too!<br />
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If you have a picture of you wearing the boyfriend shirt then please email me and (with your permission) I'll add to the end of this blog post.<br />
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Fiona<br />
xoxoAvenue 57http://www.blogger.com/profile/16088621843251474791noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4785799475048341161.post-31129654877873987352015-07-14T23:50:00.002-07:002015-08-12T04:43:21.689-07:00Yves Saint Laurent Touche Eclat bargainNot often I get excited but apparently this is a good deal!<br />
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Yves Saint Laurent Touche Eclat 2.5 ml - £14.50 - <u><a href="http://www.amazon.co.uk/gp/product/B000SGQWY4/ref=as_li_tl?ie=UTF8&camp=1634&creative=19450&creativeASIN=B000SGQWY4&linkCode=as2&tag=aven57-21&linkId=I7OXHDM3NRYTL7T7">click here to buy now </a></u>(Prime account holders only)<br />
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Amazon Prime is having a big sale (bit like black Friday) but it's only for Prime account holders. Not had a proper look myself yet ... just about to 'go in' and see if there are really any bargains to be had.<br />
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Enjoy!<br />
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Fiona<br />
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