just cos...

Gratuitous close ups of my high street sales treasures from COS and asos, as mentioned in my top of the shops post. I love the semi-roughness of the waffle knit and the stiff circle hem on the shift dress. yum.

if you're braving the high street sales, try these top of the shops first...

(photo: velvetstuddedhearts tumblr)

I indulged in some lunchtime and post work shopping, but without the guilt thanks to the prolific high street sales going on at the moment.

Here are my recommendations for those looking for a few bits for holiday, while saving some money for cocktails, a second third pair of sunglasses, sandals, wedges... or the overweight luggage charge.

The COS sale

30% and 50% off some of their past season items, nonetheless the old stuff's still got it!. If clean lines, quality fabric and cut, and the odd detail here and there make your heart quicken then head on down.

I bought a gorgeous white chunky knit for £28.50 (was £59) and a classic white tee with zip detail breast pockets for £17 (was £34). Will post photos soon!

Find your nearest store here

The Dorothy Perkins sale

Dotty Ps are offering 20-50% off online and in-store. I find that Dorothy Perkins used to be the place of choice when you wanted something reasonably on-trend but cheaper than forking out at Topshop prices, however, the prices seem to have risen lately but the quality of the fabric and design haven't really risen correspondingly.

Nevertheless, the 'third party' labels they have in-store are also included in the sale, which makes a browse more worthwhile. In fact, I bought a leopard print jersey dress there at lunchtime, was £40, now £17. Will post a photo later!

The Urban Outfitters sale (Accessories)

In addition to the various discount codes that you can use at Urban Outfitters (see my previous post here), their online accessories sale is pretty decent.

30-50% discounts off a good range of accessories means you're definitely spoilt for choice, perhaps ignore the headbands... I like the look of the knuckle ring (£8), the beaded skinny belt (£12), and the rhinestone cat's eyes sunglasses (£10).

The ASOS sale

I was so pleased as punch with my jumpsuit sale find on asos, as featured in my previous post that I also bought this dress (£30), which I'd been pining for at Christmas time when it was featured in Vogue and totally sold out.

I'm particularly impressed with the shorts selection (109 items at around 30-50% off) and the sandals selection, flat and heeled (231 items at around 30-70% off).

Like these from All Saints at asos (£58 from £145)

And these from Diesel at asos (£45 was £90)

I hope you enjoy and feel free to share your sale stories with me! 

save money.Urban Outfitters 20% discount until midnight. uh oh.

Get 20% off at Urban Outfitters online, by using promo code 'WELCOMEBACK'

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my asos life.

asos pu panel jersey jumpsuit, £22 in the sale

My most recent sales purchase. I wasn't sure what the jumpsuit would be like when it arrived (sometimes things aren't quite what they appear with asos), however I was delighted with the result.

I layered a cream lace top with exposed zip over the PU top and wore some block-heeled boots to lengthen the legs, they need all the help that they can get.

jumpsuit (asos) 

jacket (topshop)

lace top (topshop)

block heels (asos)

UO discount. uh oh.

Went home for a family supper on the weekend: mooli clear broth, chicken and rhubarb stir fry, chinese five spice pork, wood ear mushroom glass noodles, aubergine and whelk hotpot... yum.

Not only did I indulge in some of mum's cooking, but I found this gem in my pile of letters. According to this Urban Outfitters mail, we can benefit from a 10% discount in their online store (urbanoutfitters.co.uk) if you use the discount code 'HISUMMER'. Plus, if you spend £75+ you get free delivery! Uh oh indeed.

My top picks from Urban Outfitters

splish: O&O bright solid dress in blue, £36 with the 10% discount

splash: The Cambridge Satchel Company 14 inch satchel in green, £97.20 with the 10% discount

splosh: Alexander Wang Wing Tip glasses in silver, £194.40 with the 10% discount

bloggers on a budget.

(photos from nataliehartleywears and netaporter)

I just love it when bloggers mix high street with top labels. Natalie Hartley, who has recently been featured in Net-A-Porter's blogger edit magazine, is a London girl who is so adept at wearing pieces from oasis, miss selfridge, office, accessorize, topshop, urban outfitters (you get the picture) with gorgeous bits from isabel marant, marc jacobs, acne, 3.1 phillip lim etc.

Not only are her outfits interesting, eclectic and affordable, but she is generous with her fashion forward tips... InStyle fashion editor advice... for free!

Visit her here 

cheap kicks in the grid.

introducing the mmb grid: a collage of high fashion goodies available on the high street. especially researched and sourced for your bargain conveniences. after all, we're busy girls, non?

links and sources (l-r):
:: ashley olsen at cfda 2011. bag, the row. (look magazine)
:: miller bag, asos white. £145.00. (asos.com)
:: natalie hughes from canned fashion. trousers, vintage versace from etsy.
:: coloured skinnies, new look. £26.99. (new look)