Tuesday, March 24, 2015

Get In My Closet- The Expensive Taste Edition

Get In My Closet- The Expensive Taste Edition

I do not own many designer things-I have a few bags,2 pairs of shoes and a pair of sunglasses that can be categorized in that department. I would love that department to grow substantially but at the same time I do feel a little nauseous when thinking of the prices. I do not take these purchases lightly and you will never see me getting something high end on an impulse (unless its a lipstick..I have no self control when it comes to lipsticks). Thats what ASOS is for in my world.

In theory I understand that if I did not order from ASOS every month or feel compelled to buy all the things from Zara I could probably eventually buy one if not more of things from the above image. But I am so flaky when it comes to committing and saving some money unless its a trip or bills that need to get paid. I will be all good until another midi dress pops up in ASOS New In folder and that's where it ends. Half of the things I feel I "need" are obviously forgotten in a few months but then there are those few that have stuck with me.

Here come some of my real lust list items:

1. 3.1 Philip Lim Pashli Medium Satchel Bag in the shade white peach- I have always eyed the Pashli bags but it wasn't until I saw this pastel peach shade in person that it became an obsession. They stock it in Harvey Nicks in Dubai and I go to whisper my love to it every time I pass that store (I understand how that sounds but I gotta tell the truth to you). When I first laid my eyes on it I practically ran to it and cradled it in my arms like a baby. Only to realize I am still in a mall and that might be a bit much. This is a true story!

2. Valentino Rockstud Ankle Strap Pumps in nude leather- these haunt me in my dreams. They come in a array of rainbow colors but I would like basic nude leather just to make sure I could wear them with as many things possible. I have gone into the Valentino store in Dubai Mall a few times now just to make sure I still like them and yes..yes I do.

3. Valentino Rockstud Ballerinas in patent pastel pink- swooooooon.. and swooon some more. As much as I adore the pumps I know I would get so much more wear out of flats. And if we do the only math I like, the cost per wear math it would be like totally a bargain right?

4. Tom Ford Cocoa Mirage Eyeshadow quad- it is an expensive eyeshadow quad with brown shades I do not need. But I really really want it soo bad! That is all.

5. Miu Miu Noir Cat Eye Sunglasses- my latest love but a strong one it is. The whole new Miu Miu sunglasses collection is super cool but these tortoiseshell forties-style frames are funky and feminine and my favorites. And its sunny every day in Dubai surely that is a reason in its own to invest in more sunglasses right?

Whats your favorite item from my list? Is there something here you have or have been wanting to get?

I would love to know what is on your Expensive Taste wishlist.

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  1. Oh I love everything on this list Laura! But if you buy ONE thing, get the valentino flats! I adore mine and they go with soooo many things! Can be dressed up or down. :) although mine are now full of sand after Taste of Dubai! Haha!

    I am lusting after a pair of nude Louboutins and a Smythson bag at the moment!

    Lis x

    Www.elisabethrilatt.com



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    1. I think the flats are nr1 on the list. I will hopefully be going to the states in May and it should be a bit cheaper there than in Dubai so lets see :) I

      n the depth of my heart I really cry for the Pashli but I also understand its not the most practical color.

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    2. Since when have we been 'practical' haha! Just kidding, yes, definitely wait to go to the States, designer items did seem quite a bit more expensive in Dubai! :(

      Much love!

      Lis x

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  2. So much love for this post! I just bought a Pashli-I so wanted this colour but I am messy and clumsy and it would be ruined in minutes so I went for the black! I am also seriously contemplating some Valentino flats or wedges-nude. Will definitely be buying them from Europe though, we are getting so ripped off in Dubai!!

    Buy buy buy!!
    Stacey | Expat Make-Up Addict

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    1. Haha I love the buy buy buy ending :D :D

      I might possibly be going to the states in May in which case it would make sense to get something there (I am leaning towards the Valentino flats).

      That pastel Pashli thou..I would probably just wrap it in bubble wrap if I would ever even take it out ever :D

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  3. Oooh I'd love the rock studs! I can't bring myself to spend that much on shoes though:-( I seemingly don't have the same issue with handbags, I have the pashli in black. Adore it!

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    1. I know. I have gone to Valentino a few times but it just feels outrageous to pay that much so I leave empty handed. It is even more expensive in Dubai than in Europe so maybe at some point if I see them while traveling I would take the plunge.

      Also I do understand that the pastel color Pashli is anything but smart given the possibilities to ruin it but waaaah.. soo pretty! Love it in black and navy also!

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  4. I've had my eye on the Pashli for sometime but when it came possible to purchase and I had a look I just didn't want it enough!

    Victoria x
    FlorenceandMary.com

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    1. I have always liked them but it wasnt until I saw this particular color in store that my "need" grew into actually considering purchase.

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  5. What a gorgeous wish list! That Tom Ford quad is also on my list. I can completely relate about shopping elsewhere and then realising if I didn't buy the x amount of things from Zara I could get something that I have been pining over instead...but I never end up doing that.

    Right now I STILL have my eye on a Sophie Hulme bag but then I just recently added the Celine Luggage Tote bag...which is absolutely ridiculously price -___-

    xx

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    1. oooh!! A nude color Celine Luggage is my ultimate dream bag for years. But seeing how much its price has gone up in last 4-5years I doubt I will ever buy it. Its just a stupid amount of money now but yes the bag is so so beautiful. Maybe I should just start saving for this pastel Philip Lim.. lets see how it goes.. :D

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  6. I love all of your choices but totally understand your need for Valentino flats and Pashli bag.... Both of them are on my wish list also... Flats, because I know I would wear them all the time (I like the pumps as well, but they would be more of an admiring piece for me) and THE BAG, because I love Pashli bags! I have the large black one on my wish list on Net a Porter for a LONG time, then I saw a medium one in kind of a baby blue colour and fell in love, but seeing this little peach... Thankfully, all the fuss about these items and trying to choose one is just in my head for now. Just like you, I spend too much money at Asos! One day....

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    1. Yes I think the flats are on the top of the list for sure. One day..maybe.. but probably not and I just buy more ASOS anyway :D

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  7. See siin on ju tõeline hardcore Sofies choice, või mis? ;) Ma eelpoolkommenteerijatega siiski koalitsiooni ei moodusta ja püüan Sind ebapraktilisemaid (loe:kõrgekontsalisemaid) valikuid tegema meelitada. Ma olen täitsa nõus, et madalad Valentinod oleks üprisiki praktiline valik ja sa käiksid nendega ilmselt päris palju. Aga! Mida rohkem ühte asja kasutada, seda rohkem see kulub ja näeb mõne aja möödudes paratamatult väsinud välja. Ja siinkohal pole vahet, kas tegemist on disainerasja või Zaraga - aeg ja kasutamine teevad oma töö. Seda eriti veel jalanõude puhul, mis saavad igal juhul kõvasti vatti. Seega kestaksid need madalad Valentiniod ajaliselt ilmselt vähem kui näiteks kõrge kontsaga kingad. Kümme aastat jutti Sa neid madalaid Valentino papusid ju kanda ei saaks. See-eest kümne aasta pärast võiksid vähem kasutamist leidnud Valentino kontsaga kingad peole minnes endiselt komplimentide laviini esile kutsuda. Ja Sa saaksid kümne aasta pärast ikka oma disainerkingadega eputada... :)

    Aga kui nüüd kingad kõrvale jätta, siis annaksin oma hääle hoopis Pashli kotile või Miu Miu päikeseprillidele. Kotile seepärast, et kvaliteetne kott ON investeering. Fakt! Ägedad päikeseprillid on aga midagi, mis on oma hinna poolest siiski kättesaadavad ja kui Sa neid just kuhugi ära ei kaota või katki ei astu (minuga juhtunud lugu!), siis kestavad need kenasti. Ja erinevalt näiteks jalanõudest, ei näita nii ruttu ja intensiivselt vananemismärke välja.

    Rasked valikud...rasked valikud... :)

    P.S. Ma lugesin seda lõiku ja mõtlesin, et äkki on kusagil sünnitusmajas kunagi mingi viga tehtud ja Sa oled minu väga-erineva-välimusega-aga-väga-sarnase-mõtlemisega-kadunud-kaksikõde. Need kolm lauset võiks vabalt minu reklaamlauseteks olla. ;D

    "In theory I understand that if I did not order from ASOS every month or feel compelled to buy all the things from Zara I could probably eventually buy one if not more of things from the above image. But I am so flaky when it comes to committing and saving some money unless its a trip or bills that need to get paid. I will be all good until another midi dress pops up in ASOS New In folder and that's where it ends."

    Aamen! :)

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