So Dior at Harrods (and a few extra's)

I was lucky enough to have a spare 15 minutes when I was in Harrods the other day, so I of course headed straight up to the Dior exhibit.  You are transported into another world - Christian Dior's world, which started with his first collection in 1947.  True to Harrod's usual standards, it did not disappoint.  This is free, I just wanted to point out, you get to view these amazing dresses up close, read the history and watch short films all in a special cordoned off area, within the store.  If you are there it's well worth a visit and give yourself more than 15 minutes!

The leaflet handed out at the start

Welcomed by a large 'dolls house' lit up

Afternoon suit Spring/Summer 1947 

Sketch

Special creation 2011, Parfume collection

Charlize in the dress

Autumn/Winter 2012 Haute Couture Dress

Pictures do not do it justice

Natalie in the dress

Autumn/Winter 1959 worn by Audrey Hepburn

Audrey in the dress

Upon exiting

Beautiful sight!

And just a few extra luxurious lovelies to share, I couldn't wonder through and not take some photos to upload for you all to see.

Louis Vuitton

Mulberry

Mulberry (LOVE)

Chanel

Needs no title, sheer beautifulness 

Chanel wall art

Kids-wear - Gucci anyone?

And back to reality, 20% off at French Connection with the code STYLIST1, happy shopping peeps!

A Quick Post Tonight - Ebay - Yes Ebay, Shop of the week!

I need to hit the sack, 3 hours sleep (poorly kiddies) does not make for a coherent Natalie!  I was just sorting through inbox and opened my Ebay email, they just wanted to remind me about their French Connection Outlet with up to 70% off ending today, so kind!  So instead of my usual time spent browsing, I am going to hand it over to you guys to do.  Their prices will still be discounted tomorrow but not as much as today, so be quick!  However, purely for research sake and adding some visual prettiness to my post other than words, here are some of my favourites.  Happy Shopping people!  

£95 down to £28.50

£155 down to £37.50

£47 down to £14.50

£180 down to £45

£125 down to £30

£125 down to £28.50

Discount French Connection

I feel like I've been on a bit of a roll with French Connection of late.  I recently ordered a dress and top via BrandAlley, the dress being over £100 originally, and the top around £60.  The dress is for a Winter wedding, I am going to add a lighter coloured blazer (like this) to it.  I ended up paying £32 for the dress and £19 for a 100% silk top (seen in this blog).

Picture does not do it justice

Nor does the close up!

I was then tipped off (thank you G) about the French Connection outlet site on Ebay, with furthers discounts for a day and free delivery, I ordered a few pieces.  Although these are being returned (due to fit) I am definitely keeping my eye on their Ebay shop.

Third time lucky I ended up at their outlet in Bicester Village and bagged a £195 coat for £60, another silk top and animal print jersey dress (similar on sale here just different print).  All around the half price mark.  I think the moral to this story is that if you get to know brands that work for you, you can end up getting classic pieces from their range, discounted from a variety of places.  One dress from their outlet I loved but it was only about 30% off.  I am now waiting for this to come up on one of the sites mentioned, have I said before how obsessed I am with bargains?!?  I will keep you posted on how it pans out!

Bargain with 45% wool for £60, ideally more wool content  but you can't have it all!

Needs a good press though!

I love this turned up cuff detail, great for me with short arms!

Love this print, versatile material and dress

Like this extra piping detail, makes it look more expensive

I love silk!  Not as shiny as it looks!

Zip up the back just to add extra detail and make it easier to get on and off!