Cinnamon Posted January 20, 2006 Author Share Posted January 20, 2006 This is TOAST woman................ 1950's style one piece swimsiut Children called Lazlo & Zelda Wagamama Narnia Toyota Prius Teracotta Tiles Waistcoats Old sheets over poles for curtains Pyjamas Boat necks Birkenstocks Don't know about you, but she scares the pants off of me Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mrs Frugal Posted January 20, 2006 Share Posted January 20, 2006 What about the BeWise woman ? I bought a pair of sandals and a handbag from Boden once but sent them back! Couldn't justify the cost of the handbag which I'd ordered in a mad moment and the sandals were uncomfortable!! The clothes look lovely but I can't afford any of them ! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Louise Posted January 20, 2006 Share Posted January 20, 2006 Huh - typical Scot. Believe me, you wouldn't put your hand in your purse.... Grd watch it I AM a scot and believe me we are one of the most generous parts of the UK I also have no idea what Boden or Toast are Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Posted January 20, 2006 Share Posted January 20, 2006 I'd rather be Boden woman than Lands' End woman. whatever is going on with their clothes? Who thinks up those colours? Apologies to Lands' End fans out there Now I am glad I am not a Lands End Woman, or I would fall off the cliff ---- don't you dare (In fact once James reads my rantings about his blog on his post, I will not only be pushed off the cliff, barred forever more - he might even come and take my eglu back.........) SORRY JAMES, SORRY JAMES, SORRY JAMES, it is just when you get old you can tell little boys off. (Might as well get hung for a cockerell as a hen Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
clare* Posted January 20, 2006 Share Posted January 20, 2006 What about the BeWise woman ? I bought a pair of sandals and a handbag from Boden once but sent them back! Couldn't justify the cost of the handbag which I'd ordered in a mad moment and the sandals were uncomfortable!! The clothes look lovely but I can't afford any of them ! Oh Kate you did make me chuckle Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cate in NZ Posted January 20, 2006 Share Posted January 20, 2006 Errm, I'm a little confused I've seen a Boden catalogue, thought some of the styles a bit boring, or too twee and flowery for me, and the couple of items that I did like were ridiculously expensive, so I've never owned a single Boden item in my life. Never even heard of Toast But I don't shop from catalogues, not for clothes anyway, I'd much prefer to try on and check something fits properly and suits me before I buy it. Too much scope for impulse buys with mail order, and then I never quite get round to returning them because Post Offices are never open as many hours as I need them to be. I've made too many expensive mistakes that way in the past, so I stopped mail order clothes shopping when the children were little. But I pride myself on being fairly eclectic in style, I don't want to be categorised or stereotyped. Some days I'll wear jeans, or combats, with trainers, other days flowery, floaty dresses with ballet style pumps, other days more formal trouser suits or straight skirts with killer heels or knee high boots . Problem is I'm a moody old bag, and I dress to suit my mood, and my budget. That said looking at the Boden vs Toast attributes, I'm a mix of both. I love Nigella's book, fluffy duvets & chickens, and aspire to an Aga, Tiffany heart & Jo Malone products, but have settled for cheaper alternatives to all of those (Boden), but I also love Wagamama and Narnia, and would like a Toyota Prius (Toast). Not at all sure about Lazlo and Zelda, not my choice of names at all......... what does naming my beautiful children Sebastian and Imogen say about me then? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Dogmother Posted January 20, 2006 Share Posted January 20, 2006 Sheila, Kew is here. I love their stuff, and try not to look at the website or catalogues unless it's in the sale. But I find some of their stuff to be really great for work. Our nearest shop is in Leamington Spa, a 40m minute drive away, I think there's one in the Harlequin Centre in Watford, which would be nearest to you. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Posted January 20, 2006 Share Posted January 20, 2006 Cooo Kew look nice Clare, And a sale on too! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SarahJo Posted January 20, 2006 Share Posted January 20, 2006 Ok peeps have read this with interest, as a friend of mine does buy BODEN. The clothes look really nice ... though I would have a hard time justifying the cost, the most expensive item I own at the moment are a pair of Timberland boots (on my feet as I type, and cost £110) ... even then Graham bought me them, as I could not justify having such expensive things. . With regard to the Scots/English thing ..... I was born in Wiltshire, lived in Scotland for 18 yrs, from the age of 11, and am back South for the last 7 years. . I definately know who "generally" are the most kind and generous peeps, and give the best hospitality ... and it aint here in England. . Boden is nice .... but whther or not you wear it/ can afford it, will never replace true "worth" in its true sense, whether flash with the cash or not. Ooooh ... rant over ....... off to have another look at Boden online Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lesley Posted January 20, 2006 Share Posted January 20, 2006 I just work on the following principles:- * If it looks like a tent it will fit. * Does it have a stretchy waistband? * Will chicken poo wash off easily? * It must have NO names on it - no writing at all! (they can pay me to advertise!) I don't like buying clothes in the size I am at the moment so Matalan will suit me fine Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mrs Frugal Posted January 20, 2006 Share Posted January 20, 2006 We should go shopping together for clothes, Lesley!! I'm just the same! No designer labels, elasticated waists, long enough to cover my knees and baggy enough to hide anything wobbly! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Posted January 20, 2006 Share Posted January 20, 2006 Trinny and Susannah on their way girls!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lesley Posted January 20, 2006 Share Posted January 20, 2006 BeWise and Matalan - here we come! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SarahJo Posted January 20, 2006 Share Posted January 20, 2006 GRD ... Yes ... YOU ... stop being so rude, the average size is a 16 now you know. . I too prefer non-clingy, forgiving items .... especially if they go with my Timberland boots. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Posted January 20, 2006 Share Posted January 20, 2006 For some reason images from Little Britain are springing to mind....!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sheilaz Posted January 20, 2006 Share Posted January 20, 2006 Trinny and Susannah on their way girls!! I hope you mean the chickens, Grd (somebody gave their chooks these names. ) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sheilaz Posted January 20, 2006 Share Posted January 20, 2006 * It must have NO names on it - no writing at all! (they can pay me to advertise!) Exactly what Shep (OH) says, Lesley. You two have so much in common! ..... I agree. When my boys were young it was the start of it becoming impossible to buy a plain tracksuit/sweatshirt thing, even for junior school age, let alone adult. Everything has a logo one. Another pet hate! (Exception for Omlet Tshirt, worn with pride!) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Posted January 20, 2006 Share Posted January 20, 2006 Trinny and Susannah on their way girls!! I hope you mean the chickens, Grd (somebody gave their chooks these names. ) By the sound of things, some people already let their chooks choose their clothes for them! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ali-s Posted January 20, 2006 Share Posted January 20, 2006 [ Grd watch it I AM a scot and believe me we are one of the most generous parts of the UK Very true Louise Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Posted January 20, 2006 Share Posted January 20, 2006 Oops - hit a nerve! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Dogmother Posted January 20, 2006 Share Posted January 20, 2006 For some reason images from Little Britain are springing to mind....!! Graham! You really are naughty - I only have to be poorly for one day and you're back taunting the girls. Let them wear what they like. I don't like to wear labels either, and am proud that the lovely chocolate brown cardi I wore to Kew is from Tesco for £10. I love it and wear it as much as I can. Am wearing 'poorly clothes' today as I have a dodgy tummy and was up all last night, so need comfort round the waist area. Hence, trackie bottoms, and top with cat hair on it where Millie was lying on my chest while i was on the sofa . I have to look smart for work, so I like to relax at home sometimes and slob out a bit. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Posted January 20, 2006 Share Posted January 20, 2006 For some reason images from Little Britain are springing to mind....!! Graham! You really are naughty - I only have to be poorly for one day and you're back taunting the girls. Let them wear what they like. Sorry - I just can't help myself. Hence, trackie bottoms, and top with cat hair on it where Millie was lying on my chest while i was on the sofa . I have to look smart for work, so I like to relax at home sometimes and slob out a bit. "slob out a bit..." - sounds like an understatement. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cinnamon Posted January 20, 2006 Author Share Posted January 20, 2006 [ I don't like to wear labels either, and am proud that the lovely chocolate brown cardi I wore to Kew is from Tesco for £10. I love it and wear it as much as I can. Couldn't agree more. I am wearing MY lovely chocolate brown Tesco cardi today too I just thought it was funny that this magazine had catagorised Boden buyers as chicken lovers - IF I had any Boden I would not wear it in the garden The whole article was sort of tongue in cheek, & it makes a pretty entertaining read (It was Easy Living by the awy - I got it free ) So Graham - what are you wearing....are you a Boden man ????? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Posted January 20, 2006 Share Posted January 20, 2006 So Graham - what are you wearing....are you a Boden man ????? [/color] I'm wearing Boden pants (a different pair to yesterday, obviously ). I have three Boden zip tops and two Boden Jackets - all sale items, apart from the pants. Right now I am wearing Uniqlo Jeans in antique indigo (£10), and an M&S Americana T-Shirt (£15). Barefoot (£0). Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Dogmother Posted January 20, 2006 Share Posted January 20, 2006 Hence' date=' trackie bottoms, and top with cat hair on it where Millie was lying on my chest while i was on the sofa . I have to look smart for work, so I like to relax at home sometimes and slob out a bit.[/quote']"slob out a bit..." - sounds like an understatement. I am going to ignore that one grd Sarah - we must have the same cardi! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
