Just Lolo: December 2011

Friday, December 30, 2011

Mock of the Week

The designer look for less: Re-creating Miranda's red carpet ensemble with Asos.com

Dress= Dolce & Gabanna

Heels= Gianvito Rossi

Clutch= Stella McCartney

Designer Total= I don't know, but definitely over €1,000.

Leopard Print Bustier Dress, €53.80 TNFC at Asos.

Studded Black Clutch, €40.35

Black courts, €33.63

High-Street Total= €127.78 + free delivery!

Wednesday, December 28, 2011

As I sit here typing away, my eyes remain fixated on the newest addition to chez Lolo's humble knitwear collection. As you probably know, over the past season I have developed a worrying obsession for shawl collared jumpers, so imagine the ecstasy that filled every fiber of my being when the other half presented me with this stunning cable-knit number.

The deep blue geansaí, which had been mentioned on Just Lolo last November (cue appreciation for endearing thoughtfulness), constitutes everything you could ever want from a winter woolly: cable stitches (yet not in excess), ribbed cuffs (perfect for preventing over-stretched sleeves) and most importantly, the impeccable shawl collar.

It's simply perfect.

Sweet Success

Poor health prevented me from venturing into the big smoke for some (much anticipated) post-Christmas splurging. I'd like to take this opportunity to formally thank my bacteria-ridden, nose-snuffling, Lemsipping colleagues for this oh-so-generous donation.

Funnily enough, the lack of cosmopolitan exposure has yet to evoke excruciating withdrawal symptoms. Perhaps it's because of my brief retail fix yesterday, which saw a two-hour excursion to a local shopping centre. Needless to say it was no Grafton Street, but the laid-back atmosphere and indoor heating did ease me nicely into the reductionful realm.

Here are three statement pieces I managed to nab while on my hobbles....

Absolutely adore this grey waterfall cardigan by Crafted at Republic. The black ribbed sleeves, side zip detail and leather-like lining turn it from a typical, run-of-the-mill cardi, to a stunning, alternative statement piece. Was €45, Lolo's for €26. Bargain investment.

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In love with these lace up booties from Penneys. It just so happens that I was searching high and low for a new pair of black covered-over heels. Success. Were €23, Lolo's for €12.

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These babies have become my most treasured possessions. Tasselled loafers were otherwise known (in my books) as 'grandad shoes', but I'm willing to endorse these beauties for their stunning rustic finish and divinely-cut heels. Were €72, then €38, Lolo's for €21.60, from Faith at Debenhams.

Hope the sales have treated you all well!

Saturday, December 24, 2011

The Penultimate Giveaway

“Fashions fade, style is eternal.”- YSL.

Good morning world. It's Christmas eve, which means that the Just Lolo giveaway comp is nearly at its end. Today's prize is a 30ml bottle of Maison Martin Margiela Untitled Fragrance.

To enter, you must complete the following:

1. Like Just Lolo on Facebook,

2. Post an iconic fashion quote on the Facebook wall

3. Get as many people as possible to like it (note: likers must be fans of Just Lolo on FB)

The penultimate winner will be announced at 9pm.

Good Luck Everybody!

Friday, December 23, 2011

SALES SALES SALES

It's that time of year again, when savvy shoppers become deluded by that big, bold, four letter word; when recessionistas get a glimpse into the material high-life; and when stingy students begin wasting away their long-earned wages, because let's face it, who needs food when you could own a newly-reduced Miu Miu?

Ah yes, post-Christmas sales.....the common consumer's most stressful yet rewarding endeavour. Be warned fellow shoppers, this excursion is not to be undertaken by the light-hearted.

Fierce, hardcore fashion fanatics will be among those ploughing their way through the blackened streets, taking no prisoners. So brace yourselves, it may be tough, but the pleasure you will derive from impulse buying will rival any gift-opening ritual.

H&M, Ilac Centre, Monday 19th Dec.

Awear, Grafton Street, Wednesday 21st Dec.

Urban Outfitters, Temple Bar, Thursday 22nd Dec.

New Look, Jervis Street SC, Friday 23rd Dec.

Avoca, Suffolk Street, 10am Monday 26th Dec.

BT2 Grafton Street, 9am Monday 26th Dec.

Brown Thomas Grafton Street, 9am Monday 26th Dec.

Next, Dundrum SC, 6am Monday 26th Dec.

Topshop, in House of Fraser, Dundrum SC, 10am Monday 26th
Dec.

House of Fraser, Dundrum SC, 10am Monday 26th Dec.

Zara, Dundrum SC, 10am Monday 26th Dec.

Fitzpatricks, Dundrum SC, 10am Monday 26th Dec.

LK Bennett, Dundrum SC, 10am Monday 26th Dec.

Harvey Nichols, Dundrum SC, 10am Monday 26th Dec.

Penneys, Dundrum SC, 10am Monday 26th Dec.

Karen Millen, Dundrum SC, 10am Monday 26th Dec.

GAP, Dundrum SC, 10am Monday 26th Dec.

Sunglass Hut, Dundrum SC, 10am Monday 26th Dec.

Ruairi Maguires, Dundrum SC, 10am Monday 26th Dec.

River Island, Dundrum SC, 10am Monday 26th Dec.

Sisley, Grafton Street, 10am Tuesday 27th Dec.

Benetton, Stephen's Green SC, 10am Tuesday 27th
Dec.

ONLINE SALES:

ASOS, sale now on, www.asos.com

Repertoire Fashion, 5pm Saturday 24th Dec., www.repertoirefashion.co.uk

My-Wardrobe, sale now on, www.my-wardrobe.com

Net-a-Porter, sale now on, www.net-a-porter.com

Happy Hunting!

Free Topshop Dress

Yes, you heard it! Today's Christmas giveaway is a two-tone shift dress by Love for Topshop (size M).

This stunning little shift, which I'm tempted to keep for myself, can be yours for nothing.

To enter the competition, answer one simple question on the JUST LOLO Facebook Page.

Good Luck All!

Now for some boring terms and conditions: Previous winners can enter the competition but are no longer eligible to win. Entrants must already be fans of JUST LOLO on Facebook. All correct answers will be put into a raffle, the winner will be chosen this way. Competition closes at 8.55pm, the winner will be announced at 9pm.

Thursday, December 22, 2011

ASOS Alert

We all love ASOS.com.

We also love saving money on stunning garments.

Mix the two together and what have you got? The mega ASOS sale.

The reduced collections are divine, prices have been slashed by up to 50%, and they offer free worldwide delivery.

What more could you want?

Peeptoe Lace-up Heels, was €60.53 NOW €24.21

Mischa Barton Shoulder Bag, was €73.97 NOW €48.42

Green Knit Jumper with Lace Collar and Cuffs, was €47.08 NOW €23.54

Mens Biker Boots, was €94.15 NOW €37.66

Russet One Shouldered Dress, was €67.25 NOW €26.90

Wednesday, December 21, 2011

OUTRAGEOUS Fashion Facts

I think we've all learned a lot from today's giveaway. It was stiff competition but in the end, the most outrageous fashion fact won (or perhaps the winner held several IOU's over her peers).

For those of you who didn't see the Facebook entries, prepare to be enlightened...

OUTRAGEOUS FASHION FACT: Chanel actually had 3 nipples. Her third nipple has been preserved by Karl Lagerfeld. He keeps it in a jar of vinegar in his pantry, and drinks the vinegar when he needs inspiration.

Courtesy of Sarah Bunce (is it weird that she knows this?)

OUTRAGEOUS FASHION FACT: (lol) Marc Jacobs' tattoos include spongebob squarepants, m&ms, the logo of the french porno mag 'oui', a Simpsonised version of Marc and the phrase 'bros before hos'!

Courtesy of Iseult Anne McArdle

(One of her many) OUTRAGEOUS FASHION FACTS: In the 18th century, it was considered the height of fashion to wear false eyebrows made out of mouse skin.

Courtesy of Sarah Dungan, our competition winner with 34 likes.

Festive Giveaways Day 3

Hello All! I'm writing this frantically while running out the door, so please excuse any fragmentation.

Here's the scoop about Wednesday's giveaway:

Today's treat is a festive goodiebag, complimented by a dash of Baylis & Harding.

To win freebies, post an outrageous fashion fact on the JUST LOLO Facebook page, and get as many of your friend to like it as possible.

The winner, announced at 9pm, will be the person whose fact got the most likes.

Get clicking!

Tuesday, December 20, 2011

Christmas Giveaway Day 2

It's officially Tuesday, which means another magical giveaway for one lucky Just Lolo follower. Today's Christmas gift is a cutesy Tory Burch cosmetics bag and card boxset (the most stylish card set you shall ever come across!)

To enter into the draw, comment "Tory Burch please" on the Just Lolo Facebook page here.

May the force of fashion be with you!

Monday, December 19, 2011

On Your Match, Get Set, Go!

The 19th of December marks an historical date in the 2011 calendar. Apart from signalling the start of the Just Lolo giveaway competition, this momentous date also marks the beginning of the MATCHES sale.

Discounts of between 30% and 50% can be sourced in their Notting Hill, Richmond, Wimbledon and Marylebone stores, as well as online.

Spend less, shop happy!

Sunday, December 18, 2011

Beauty Goodiebag Giveaway

Six more sleeps. That's all.

Christmas is less than one week away, so what better time to begin spoiling Just Lolo followers? Everyday this week, Just Lolo will be hosting a Christmas Giveaway Competition with gifts by designers like Tory Burch, Nivea, Baylis & Harding, Ted Baker and Typhoon.

Today's goodiebag is filled with the creme de la creme of beauty products. All you gotta do to get your hands on these beautifying delights is write "beauty bag please" on the Just Lolo Facebook page here. The Winner will be announced tonight, stay tuned stylistas!

The Happy Shoppper...

...Oui, c'est moi! Within the space of one week I've managed to nab two cutesy dresses for a tenner or less!

The first purchase was this black one-shouldered midi from H&M, was €20 something, got it on sale for €10.

The second was this dainty a-line number from Dunnes Boutique, was €22, got it for..... €5!

Unbelievable.. it was obviously meant to be.

Stocking Fillers

Hopefully you all have your Christmas shopping finished by now. For those of you who don't, you'd better start soon sunshine! Before you know it, shops will be void of any adequate gifts, forcing you to choose from battered bath sets, opened gadget boxes, and luxury foodstuffs to which hungry spenders had previously turned their attention. Not a great selection!

Once you have your main shop complete, it'll be time to turn your eyes toward the 'oul stocking fillers. For many, this is the most enjoyable part of the stocking-up experience, for others, it is a slow and torturous time. To relieve any mental and/or emotional agony that may arise during the process, I've hunted down a few key ideas that promise to suit all. Most of these can be bought online, saving you a bundle of late-night shopping hours!

TBBT boxset, €41.49 at www.play.com