Preppy Colourblock Work Bag from Accessorize

Goodness me!  I have just realised that I haven't featured a bag since October, so I guess it's about time to do so once again.  And where better to focus than the Accessorize sale?  Of course, there are loads of fab bags there - clutches, totes, wallets and satchels - but I've chosen this colourblock work bag, mainly as I went back to work this week!

Smart and structured with a definite 60's vibe, it will be perfect for all those office bits.  The zipped compartments help to contain those additional non-work bits too!  The shoulder strap means it can be carried easily and comfortably to meetings and about town, putting it down with the carry handles.  Perfect!  And even better, it's reduced from £35 to £27 in the sale.

Satchel Bag from Groupon

Groupon is one of my favourite online retailers.  Customers can sign up to newsletter of their choice - I have signed up to two local ones based on my nearest towns - usually meals out and pampering packages, but I've been told the London one often does theatre shows - and a goods one, which has great deals on products and courses.  Each deal has a significant discount - there's a wedding planner course today offering a 91% discount and a telescope with a 78% discount.  So it's definitely well worth signing up; I've found a couple of bargains which I had been looking for elsewhere at much higher prices and have struck lucky with Groupon.  Customers make a purchase through the Groupon site and are sent a 'Groupon' - essentially a voucher which needs to be redeemed within a certain date, so if it's a good/product that's been purchased, this can be done immediately but a local appointment needs to be booked within the date range.

Today they've got some fab, on-trend, colourful, cross body satchels on offer with a 54% discount, making therm, £22.99 rather than £49, and with free delivery.  They aren't leather, but at that price, one wouldn't expect them to be really.  My favourite is this pink one:

But they've got so many other colours too:  navy blue and tan brown:

Teal and bright neon green:

Coral blue, black and bright purple:

And an emerald green.

The colours are so fab and such a bargain, that it's worth getting a couple to match any outfit!  And they are practical and pretty at the same time - who could want more from a bag?!

Fantastic Footwear: Aleene Ankle Boots from Moda in Pelle

Even though summer is - hopefully - not coming to an end, summer sales seem to be and fashion's mind is turned towards the Autumn months.  However, there are loads of items that are versatile enough that can be used for any season and one of these is the humble ankle boot.  There are many ways to wear ankle boots to make legs look streamlined and be suitable for hotter weather.  I think they look great with flared summer skirts or dresses - either with bare legs or tights - but they also work with skinny jeans and slouchy jumpers.  So ultimately, perfect for the seasonal transitions coming up!

Colour-wise, a classic black or tan will last season after season and, for this reason too, it's worth investing in a great quality, leather version.  I've been looking at the pre-Fall collection at Moda in Pelle and think that these Aleene ankle boots are perfect.  There's a heel to give some definition, but not too much to be impractical!  The buckles keep the look interesting and a little edgy to avoid being boring.  And they are quality leather and will last.  I'd wear these with some dark skinny jeans and a fab statement t-shirt for a real rock-chick, festival look.

They come in sizes 3 to 8, black or tan, and are £89.95.  Until the end of today, customers can save £10 on orders over £80 with code MODASAVE or else new customers can save 20% with code NEW20 until the 31st July.