Charity Shopping - New to You in '22!

Miró

Oh heck, one of my hotties is so old , (think 10yrs mebbe), it doesn't have a stamp of any kind on it!  Have binned it now so will be shopping for a new one.  Good to have the warning...I had no idea.  Thanks to whoever posted the warning. 

Found a new Hobbs dress again yesterday, from The Samaritan's shop in Ripon.  Navy heavy jersey with some ivory detailing, fitted stylee.  Attached price tag indicates £99 original price - chazza price £25.  A bit pricy mebbe but despite the freezing cold and being encased in about thirteen layers I tried it on in the shop and it fitted just perfectly so I splurged.  Can't find it online but it's a bit like this......

Floss

Ooh @Miró that's lovely. I found a gorgeous Hobbs plum wool cowl-neck jumper dress in my local Save the Children shop, it cost me £8 but is well worth it.

goldfinches

I haven't been out and about recently mostly because the weather here has been vile and I'm not feeling especially well. However, sitting on the sofa reading online, I noticed this article about DMs and thought others on this thread might enjoy it too.
I loved those blue Doc Martens with all my teenage heart – the Christmas gift I’ll never forget | Christmas | The Guardian

Pollycat

goldfinches said:

I haven't been out and about recently mostly because the weather here has been vile and I'm not feeling especially well. However, sitting on the sofa reading online, I noticed this article about DMs and thought others on this thread might enjoy it too.
I loved those blue Doc Martens with all my teenage heart – the Christmas gift I’ll never forget | Christmas | The Guardian

Spooky!
I've just finished reading that article.
Very interesting.

I too get people commenting on my DMs, probably because I tend to buy fairly off-the-wall styles.
I wore a pair of white Church (monkey) boots yesterday that attracted a lot of compliments.
My very first pair over 50 years ago were black monkey boots.

I like her pink pair.

Fabulously elegant dress, Miro.
A little Audrey Hepburn.
Glad you've thrown out your old hot water bottle.

Miró

Pollycat said:

goldfinches said:

I haven't been out and about recently mostly because the weather here has been vile and I'm not feeling especially well. However, sitting on the sofa reading online, I noticed this article about DMs and thought others on this thread might enjoy it too.
I loved those blue Doc Martens with all my teenage heart – the Christmas gift I’ll never forget | Christmas | The Guardian

Spooky!
I've just finished reading that article.
Very interesting.

I too get people commenting on my DMs, probably because I tend to buy fairly off-the-wall styles.
I wore a pair of white Church (monkey) boots yesterday that attracted a lot of compliments.
My very first pair over 50 years ago were black monkey boots.

I like her pink pair.

Fabulously elegant dress, Miro.
A little Audrey Hepburn.
Glad you've thrown out your old hot water bottle.

I've never, ever, even tried on a pair of DM's even tho I quite like them!  (But then I've never watched The Sound of Music, or Starwars or been inside a MacDonalds or Primark or Wetherspoons!!!) 

Pollycat

Miró said:

Pollycat said:

goldfinches said:

I haven't been out and about recently mostly because the weather here has been vile and I'm not feeling especially well. However, sitting on the sofa reading online, I noticed this article about DMs and thought others on this thread might enjoy it too.
I loved those blue Doc Martens with all my teenage heart – the Christmas gift I’ll never forget | Christmas | The Guardian

Spooky!
I've just finished reading that article.
Very interesting.

I too get people commenting on my DMs, probably because I tend to buy fairly off-the-wall styles.
I wore a pair of white Church (monkey) boots yesterday that attracted a lot of compliments.
My very first pair over 50 years ago were black monkey boots.

I like her pink pair.

Fabulously elegant dress, Miro.
A little Audrey Hepburn.
Glad you've thrown out your old hot water bottle.

I've never, ever, even tried on a pair of DM's even tho I quite like them!  (But then I've never watched The Sound of Music, or Starwars or been inside a MacDonalds or Primark or Wetherspoons!!!) 

You need to get out more, Miro. 😛
xxx

Brie

Miró said:

I've never, ever, even tried on a pair of DM's even tho I quite like them!  (But then I've never watched The Sound of Music, or Starwars or been inside a MacDonalds or Primark or Wetherspoons!!!) 

As much as some people love DMs they aren't for everyone.  I did have a pair about 30 years back and my big toe has never recovered completely.  OH had insisted that they were an essential purchase (particularly as it was a discount place and brand new they were about £10 as I recall) but I know that I shouldn't always listen to the OH - particularly when it comes to shoes.  His idea of a perfect pair is one that look nice.  I, on the other foot, prefer shoes that fit comfortably. 

Pollycat

Brie said:

Miró said:

I've never, ever, even tried on a pair of DM's even tho I quite like them!  (But then I've never watched The Sound of Music, or Starwars or been inside a MacDonalds or Primark or Wetherspoons!!!) 

As much as some people love DMs they aren't for everyone.  I did have a pair about 30 years back and my big toe has never recovered completely.  OH had insisted that they were an essential purchase (particularly as it was a discount place and brand new they were about £10 as I recall) but I know that I shouldn't always listen to the OH - particularly when it comes to shoes.  His idea of a perfect pair is one that look nice.  I, on the other foot, prefer shoes that fit comfortably. 

A lot of DMs - especially the 8-hole 1460 originals - take some breaking in.

Wednesday2000

I used to wear DM's but they did hurt my feet too much. I have problems with my feet in general. I do have a close copy of DM boots though that are fine to wear.

I love that dress Miro.:)

Floss

I've started a new thread for 2023...

https://forums.moneysavingexpert.com/discussion/6412544/shop-charity-in-23