NISSAN has confirmed that it will build its next-generation Juke crossover model at its Sunderland plant, a decision that will require a further £100m invested in the factory and secure the jobs of 34,00 people.
Thursday, 3 September 2015
Nissan to build next Juke in UK – and invest £100m in Sunderland plant
NISSAN has confirmed that it will build its next-generation Juke crossover model at its Sunderland plant, a decision that will require a further £100m invested in the factory and secure the jobs of 34,00 people.
Sarah Beeny really IS the goddess of housing: Tepilo reveals new ad and competition
SHE'S the TV guru with an eye for property, and businesswoman Sarah Beeny has revealed the latest advert for her company Tepilo.
Back together...£280 Bentley now worth £800k
THIS vintage Bentley was once bought for £280... now it has been restored to its former glory and is worth £800,000.
Bride told she was too young for cancer test dies aged 25
A YOUNG bride told she was too young for a smear test has died of a rare form of cervical cancer.
EXCLUSIVE: Following THIS magnesium-rich diet could banish painful migraines
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Windows 10: Your Safety Settings could be left in TATTERS after free upgrade
WINDOWS 10 WIPES any Child Safety settings you had set-up on Windows 7 and Windows 8 during the upgrade to the latest operating system, it has been reported.
Samsung and SmartThings want to control your heating, locks and security cameras
SAMSUNG has announced a new SmartThings Hub, which will allow you to monitor, control and secure your home from anywhere in the world.
Sony Xperia Z5: All the details, specs, UK price and release date
SONY has revealed its latest flagship smartphone series, which comes in three variations and includes the first smartphone to be able to record and watch 4K video.
Moto 360: Motorola embraces choice with new smartwatch range
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Fifi Lapin Brooches
As I mentioned in my last post I'm super busy at the mo playing shops. It's really is so fun creating lovely new things for you my gorgeous Fifi fans. Here are my latest additions, two new brooch designs based around my best selling charms. Made of gold plated enamel they measure 4.5cm tall and have a lovely heavy feel to them. You can also pick up a matching print which I will show you in my next post. The shop will be reopening mid September, not long to go now!
bunny kisses
Fifi Lapin
xxx
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Samsung just announced it's CREEPIEST gadget ever
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Sexy underwear through the ages: From hold-ups to CORSETS, high-cut pants to silk gowns
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Graduate sacked for going to music festival offered FOUR jobs after story goes viral
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'Bodies aren't supposed to be perfect' Woman struts down catwalk showing ileostomy bag
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The Vinyl revival: Why Tesco are now selling the vintage records
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eBay at 20: Facts about the auction website on its landmark anniversary
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Top 10 facts about William Wordsworth
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Wednesday, 2 September 2015
Tried and Tested: The best designer consignment stores in London
Over the years I've made it my personal mission to get to know every designer consignment shop in London, worth knowing at least. Back in the days of making next to nothing as an intern, I could barely afford Topshop, let alone eye up a new designer dress or bag. Wasn't in the budget. It was either eat or shop, and, well, you guys know how I love a cheeseburger. So, I found ways to work around it. I left the idea of new designer items and instead decided on purchasing pre-loved pieces that were a fraction of the price. I could get my "designer hit" and no one would know the difference.
London designer consignment stores were my dirty secret. My first buy was a Donna Karan runway dress for £65 in Hampstead. I officially had the fever. I needed a dress for a big event at my work and I was wearing one of the best gowns on the night and paid about 1/100th the price of what others in attendance were wearing. Seriously, why weren't other women doing this? Women in rich parts of the city were emptying their closets into these designer consignment shops and weren't even that bothered about the return on their investment. They were just spring cleaning and leaving it at that. I was ready to swoop in, at every chance, and grab what I could when I could.
So here's the thing - the fever never really died. About once a month I still visit three London designer consignment stores that have given me endless pleasure. And as I made the pilgrimage to my favorite consignment shop in Hampstead last weekend, I did think, "why the hell haven't I been more giving with my readers with this information?" Well, here's the simple and short answer - I was greedy. I didn't want you guys all rushing in there and stealing from my treasure chest. That was in the beginning at least. But, I've taken such great pleasure, over the last few months, in introducing my dear friends to these haunts, that I thought it high time to share them with you too. So, in no particular order, here are my three favorite London designer consignment stores. Never have I managed to pop in without popping out the front door with something new (to me at least) in hand.
1. Retro Woman, Pembridge Road, Notting Hill, London
Be prepared to hunt here as the rails are close together and the shoes and jewellery are all locked away in glass cabinets. But, my goodness, if you have the spare time, it's worth the rummage. I've had friends score Manolos here for £45, Mulberry bags for £85 and YSL jewellery for as low as £35. If you are into designer dresses you'll be in love in this London designer consignment store.
2. Pandora' Dress Agency, 16-22 Cheval Place, Knightsbridge, London
This was my first London designer consignment shop visit. I was introduced to it from a friend who told me that all the actresses in the area were regular "dumpers" here. They'd leave bags of unwanted Chanel, Louis Vuitton, Gucci and more. Hundreds of handbags hang from the ceiling, suspended over racks and racks of preowned Chanel, Alexander McQueen, Ralph Lauren, Pucci and more. Basically name a designer and you'll find a piece here ripe and ready for the re-wearing.
3. Designs, 60 Rosslyn Hill, Hampstead, London
This is an establishment that is near and dear to my heart as I have absolutely fallen in love with the owner over the years. And trust me, being friends has its perks. For example, she knows exactly my size and also knows there's a body double out there who has a serious style addiction that matches my own (and a budget to live it out in real designer time). Every time I come in she points me in the direction of the body double's new deliveries and I end up spending way more money than I ever intended to part with. Chanel bags here have been discovered and purchased for as little as £110, DVF dresses have been found for £65 and Prada dresses for next to nothing. It should be criminal how much you are saving here. In short, it's a must visit London designer consignment shop.
That's the be all and end all. They're scattered, but not so far and wide that you can't hit all the designer consignment shops listed in the course of one day. Tell them FFG sent you. Trust me, they all know me and know I have a serious addiction that requires treatment they pray I never seek out. Dear bank manager, now you know.
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