So today I was going to do my celebrity style steal but that all changed as soon as the Boden sale email pinged itself into my inbox on Monday morning as I just knew I needed to share with you some of the delights that are currently on offer. Can you believe that considering we've barely hit Spring Boden have a 40% sale?!!! In my book that's serious stuff. Plus for those of us that use Quidco there's an extra 5% off too - win win, in fact by my reckoning with discounts like this it would be rude not to....no?!!!
Now I've never done a whole post dedicated to Boden but seeing as there are such savings to be made & some great pieces to be snapped up I thought it rude not to share my picks of their sale. Plus if you're anything like me you've probably had your eye on a couple of things at Boden & been trying to resist the urge to click for a couple of months.
I've certainly been eyeing up this Bet-tastic bag as soon as the SS14 catalogue landing on my doorstep but have kept telling myself that despite not owning a cross body leopard print bag (I mean really such a useful accessory) I really didn't need it......but with 40% off I have to at least try it...in fact I'll admit to doing a secret jig at the thought that this baby had been reduced by the full 40%....come to mama!!!
I'm also loving this yellow & tan wallet too. I personally love the larger size purse as it always look super stylish if you can't be bothered to lug your hand bag around with you but need the bare essentials such as your credit card!!!!
I'm also loving their super skinny belt & if you're loving the injection of yellow that seems to be everywhere at the moment but unsure about whether the colour loves you, how about starting off with one of these. A great way of adding a pop of colour & embracing the latest trend without scaring yourself if you're not used to such bright colours.
Of course you can never in my eyes go wrong with a blazer or two & I'm loving this navy & cream striped one. Great for dressing up or down....in fact I'm visualising the yellow belt with the cross leopard print bag & some distressed boyfriends.....how cool would that look....oh oh this post could prove lethal!!!
I've also had my eye on this next item since the release of their SS14 catalogue, gorgeous colours for teaming with denim or navy & would look great worn on it's own with a statement necklace....I'm thinking chunky pearls or even a denim shirt underneath.
Another trend that seems to be everywhere at the moment is spots. Now I've yet to try this look but I'm loving the look of this navy shirt with the gingham turned back cuff to just add that extra element of interest.
One of the things I love about a Boden sale is that its a great time to invest in some key classic pieces for your wardrobe & what better than a classic white shirt. A real wardrobe staple & I must admit this one looks perfect for dressing up or down.
Moving onto shoes & these tan & metallic ballet pumps would also be great classic investments.
Not to mention these leopard print boots. I honestly don't know what I'd do without my leopard print accessories, which are just fab for adding a bit of interest to plainer outfits.
If however, you don't have a leopard print hole then what about a grey one? These grey ankle boots look the most perfect shade of grey.
And finally I don't think you can EVER own enough stripes & a stripy sweatshirt has to be the perfect all round addition. Loving it in the classic navy & cream shade.
And equally loving it in the red and beige too!
So many temptations to choose, that my halo has well & truly deserted me & I'm now having to remind myself that having spent the other weekend giving my wardrobe a major overhaul & announcing to hubby that I was going to impose a new 'rule' (said in extremely loose terms of course ;-) ) for every new thing in I'd get rid of something.....I'm wondering if I could say that this rule doesn't start to the beginning of the month?!!!
Finally here's my outfit for today. My new Topshop denim dress, which I wore for the first time the other day (see here) & have been dying to pop on again as it was so easy & comfy to wear. Today I've teamed it with some grey opaques & navy ankle boots & added my a grey & cream print scarf to tie in the tights with a splash of colour from my Zara bag.
Dress - Topshop
Scarf - Massimo Dutti
Bracelet - J Crew
Bag - Zara
Boots - Marks & Spencer
Here's how to re-create my look.
Dress - Topshop £38
Scarf - Lola Rose £55
Bracelet - J Crew £125
Bag - Zara £22.99
Boots - Marks & Spencer, currently £24
So what do you think? Have you had your eye on a certain something & now it's reduced in the Boden sale tempted to click the button or perhaps you've recently brought something full price only to see it heavily reduced in the sale......don't you just HATE it when that happens!!!
I'd love to hear what's getting your fingers a twitching & remember sale ends midnight on Sunday....so get wild in the aisles...after all it is Mother's Day on Sunday & just in case the hubby/children forget it's best to have a back up present ;-)
I'd love to hear what's getting your fingers a twitching & remember sale ends midnight on Sunday....so get wild in the aisles...after all it is Mother's Day on Sunday & just in case the hubby/children forget it's best to have a back up present ;-)
See you in the morning.
FABULOUS photo of you Jane - your hair looks amazing, are you growing it?
ReplyDeleteI do love a good Boden haul, some gorgeous pieces picked out too
Thanks Fiona...yes I've grown it slightly don't think I'll grow it much longer though!
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Some great picks Jane! I can't wait to get my Mya bag...excited!! I already have the stripy sweatshirt & I love it, also tempted by the other colours, but my wardrobe is already in stripe overload!! So lovely to see another full length pic of you, the Topshop dress looks amazing on you! x
ReplyDeleteI'm super excited too Sian...having been told there was a waiting time of a week I've now had an email saying it's been despatched :-) Are the stripy sweatshirts as lovely as they look? I've very tempted but trying to be good! As for the picture I'm getting braver!!!
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Mine is on it's way too...yay!! The sweatshirts are fab, great quality & so easy to wear, I really like the bright blue one too! x
DeleteYay Sian I'm hoping mine arrives today!!! I'm very tempted by the sweatshirts I must admit - all three colours look fab!
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I had a quick look but all the things I want are only 10% off - gutted lol xx
ReplyDeleteOh that's not good Sharron, have to admit I thought that would be the case for the leopard print bag so was beside myself when I saw it had the full reduction :-)
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I've ordered a pair of sandals, two pairs of trousers and a blouse. Gorgeous picks here, Jane. Another fab photo of you - great to see your pretty face. Lynne x
ReplyDeleteThanks Lynne, sounds like you've got a fab haul coming your way....are these ready for your holiday?!!
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I like your' picks, including your beloved leopard (has to be done) I haven't done Boden, I have been busy buying up basics at Gap in their spring edit sale. I think you look fabulous in that denim dress. H x
ReplyDeleteThanks Helen & looking forward to seeing what you've brought from Gap...I've yet to hit there!!!
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You are rockin' the denim dress Jane! So hard not too be tempted by these fab Boden bargains....some really fabulous picks!! Love the stripes and spots....no surprises there then :0) xx
ReplyDeleteThanks Michelle, a Boden sale is always worth investigating as you can usually pick up a great deal or two!!
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Love the dress Jane. I'm trying not to look at the Boden sale - help!!!! x
ReplyDeleteLol Donna...it's lethal but like with the bag it helps me to know I've got a bargain & not paid full price ;-)
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I had my eye on the Breton tunic but it's only reduced by 10% - not enough to tempt me unfortunately!
ReplyDeleteHi you're right 10% isn't enough temptation unless you were going to buy it anyway....fingers crossed the tunic gets reduced further all a new discount code pings it's way across soon!
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Hi Jane,
ReplyDeleteLove love love your blog, have been following for a while but this is the first time I have commented as I cant seem to comment under my gmail username. I love your style, and how you put outfits together. I whooped out loud when I saw your M&S boots had been reduced but when I went to buy online I see they are now out of stock :( I bought a pair when they were full price and loved them, barely had them a week when I stupidly left them on the floor and my little doggy chewed the suede clean off one of the heels- devastated. But you would think I would have learned after he did the same to my Next nude suede ankle boots only a month before that- aaagghhhh! I have resisted the Boden sale so far but think I will have a look, there are a few things on my wishlist there. Love the denim dress on you,
Carmel
Hi Carmel thanks for your lovely comment :-) I know the M&S boots were selling quick but hadn't realised they'd completely sold out :-( Although you might get lucky & some getting returned - if you're like me I'd check several times a day!!! Have you tried in store too? I bet you didn't stay cross too long with your dog especially once he/she looked at you with their adorable eyes, I'm a complete sucker!!! Hope you got some fab bargains at Boden.
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Love the outfit Jane and I am gonna get that dress!! What colour of tights are you wearing? xx
ReplyDeleteAhh thanks Evy.....my tights are grey but they have a bit of a blue tinge to them if that makes sense. I got them about 12 months ago from M&S.
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They don't have that dress online in a size 12 :( Maybe I'll get it in store. Keep your fingers crossed!! xx
ReplyDeleteOh no Evy that's pants :-( It might be worth trying a 10 on though as it's quite a loose fit. I'll keep my fingers & toes crossed for you.
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I have one put aside and am picking it up en route after work today :-) yeay! Dunno what jacket to wear with it though...I'm sure something will take my eye..the weather in scotland is cold and grey today..what a surprise!! But I'm away to sunny climates next Saturday so cannot wait and I'll get that striped blazer you had up from Boden. They have it in Markies for £29 I think.Have a fabby weekend xxx
ReplyDeleteYeh Evy I'm so pleased you managed to find one...just hope you like it now - you'll have to let me know what you think. The striped blazer is gorgeous, can't believe you can get it for £29!!! Have a fab weekend & not long to your holiday :-)
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I love the grey boho boots & had a look at the stripey sweatshirt today! Its gorgeous isn't it?! You look fab in your denim dress Jane! xx
ReplyDeleteI'm also soooo tempted by those grey boho boots Andrea, but I'm trying to be good!!!!
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