Not quite flush enough to splash out on the Dior 'Taj Mahal' ring? Join the club. Luckily, there is an alternative. These fabulously over-the-top 'Princess' rings from Dior Beauty are inspired by the couture bling, but they contain either eye shadows or lip colours and cost a much more affordable $50. They're mirrored inside and out and decorated with crystals and the ubiquitous Dior logo. You could wear them on your finger, but being so huge, they'd be better as a bag charm or keyring. Pre-order now from Saks.
[via The Stylephile]
'Not another tampon case?' I hear you scream. And I know it seems like I have a strange addiction to them, but this one was too good to pass up. A zip-up purse with the phrase 'a river runs through it' emblazoned on the front, it's big enough to hold 6 tampons or 3 towels. Other witty logos include 'Rags to Bitches' and 'Raise The Red Flag'. Strictly for those with a sense of humour only...
[Via The Purse Blog]
A pretty little clutch printed with shoes (the other most important accessory). What on earth could be better than that? How about getting it for free? Lindsay Designs is offering you the chance to win this cute handmade clutch as part of the Happily Handmade Giveaway, an amazing prize draw to win a huge gift bundle from loads of independent online shops. There are also jewellery items, clothing, cosmetics and novelties up for grabs. You need to enter via one of the sponsors websites, so click here for Lindsay's entry page.
When it comes to rings, I love big, angular stones and modern-looking pieces with interesting settings, so Pianegonda's silver and rose quartz design jumped out at me. This is a great status piece for people who don't like over-the-top vintage styles. You don't always need three carats of diamonds set in thousands of dollars worth of platinum to get people's attention. The ring is $450 from ELuxury.
Remember the fab Lin & Leo lapbag I mentioned a while back? Well the lovely peeps behind the great handbag / laptop bag hybrid have now got their own website up and running, and added loads of new colours to the range. If you're interested in purchasing one of the bags, get in touch with them direct and they'll try their best to supply worldwide.
Both these squashy black leather bags with charm details are by top designers. One is from a mainline range and costs over £200, the other is from a diffusion collection, and can be picked up for just over £50. Which is which, and which do you prefer? Well, the one on your left is by Sonia Rykiel, and is available at Browns for £215. The one on the right is from Butterfly by Matthew Williamson, and costs £65 at Debenhams. Both great buys.
I've mentioned before my aversion to watches, and my search for one that I'd actually wear for more than a week. Well, the search is over. This 'Sihouette' charm bracelet from Citizen Watches is perfect. All the charms are handbag shaped, with the largest one doubling as a timepiece. It's fate! What makes this watch even more special is that it benefits from 'Eco-Drive' technology. A small solar cell is fitted in the watch itself so you never need to wind it up - it powers itself from natural light to run forever. Now that's what I can £169 well spent.
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