Common sense says that if you use an item many times a day, use it to protect many precious things by being durable and accommodating, while being nice to look at and filling that empty space perfectly, then you would spend good money to get one that is decent, long-lasting and of superior quality. An investment piece as some may call it.
Yeah, sorry but I’m cheap and as long as it does the job and makes me go ‘ooh!’ when I see it for the first time (and many times after that) then I’ll take it thank-you, sir.
You have no idea what I’m on about do you?
Ok, I’m talking about wallets purses etc. My best friend has used a gorgeous little Mimco wallet for three years which is as lovely looking as the day she bought it. I could never have a wallet like that. I enjoy wearing them down and making them fall apart because I get tired of their ‘Ooh!’ness and I love buying new ones. I simply cannot justify spending $200 on soft leathery goodness sometimes.
Exhibit A began life as a pretty green Crocodile leather wallet from Broome. It’s now got a brown tinge and the inside pocket is ripped.
Exhibit B is probably my most favourite wallet, but the tail began to fall off and my coins fall through a hole in the stitching.
Exhibit C is my current wallet, its a men’s Kenneth Cole Reaction wallet that I picked up for $20. Simple, black, soft but structured, and plain. Love at first sight. So far, this one is going strong and I don’t see it falling apart anytime soon unfortunately.
As much as I love classic items I can wear/use for years, sometimes its the poorer quality things that make me happy.
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A bloggers life is never complete unless they have blogged about what is in their bag. I know you’ve all done them (and if you haven’t, get to it!) but its about time I did mine. Enjoy!
The bag: a pretty blue studded Oroton tote which was a gift from some lovely friends for my 21st. You can also see my favourite keyring from a trip to Paris a few years ago.
Inside: Prescription glasses for driving, Sportsgirl sunnies, Kenneth Cole wallet, Oroton purse which holds my lipgloss, mini sunscreen, bandaids etc., lip shaped coin purse, car keys and nokia phone.
P.S. Whats in your bag?
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Currently sitting on my top floor balcony looking out over the pool….But only because its the only place in the apartment what picks up wifi…Currently there is a strong cold wind and I’m rugged up in a snuggie dressing-gown. Apart from the weather, I’m loving it! There is everything I’ll ever need within a 15 minute drive, including the airport and an outlet shopping centre where I picked up this pretty dress.
Dress: Valley Girl, tights: Voodoo, shoes: Chic Naturel.
P.S. Move went ok with a few nasty hiccups…I’ll be happy to recount the tale (inc. name and shame) of the removal company’s issues should there be any problems when my furniture finally gets delivered into my new share-house…
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This is an automated post set to appear as I’m driving the 8 hour journey from Melbourne to Canberra. All my furniture is in the removal truck, my car is stuffed with all the essentials I’ll need for the next few weeks before I get into long-term accommodation. Unfortunately my dear Ping is not coming with me. He is to stay here in Melbourne with the family. I will miss him so much…
P.S. Until I get into my new share house I will have no internet, posting will be limited to free time I have which may be spent at McDonalds because they have free WiFi!
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I just stumbled across Emma Watson’s new line for People Tree. People tree aims to provide fashionable fair-trade clothes. Emma’s line is organic and reasonably priced. Now, if only they shipped to Australia…
These are my two favourite items:
Moira contrast trim dress
Grenville college bag
The whole line is very preppy. What are your favourites?
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