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How I got scammed on a fake fashion website and what you need to do to avoid doing the same thing
An ad for a gorgeous cashmere jumper flashed up on my Facebook feed…apparently there was a closing down sale for Velora London in Covent Garden which was run by two sisters – and I fell for this fake scam sob story as did many others: https://uk.trustpilot.com/review/velora-london.com
Beware that these sites are scam sites: https://velora-london.co.uk/ and https://velora-london.com and check the bottom of my post for more from the same family of scammers!
What they do is:
- Show gorgeous items, eg made of cashmere. You are sucked in, and they take your order
2. They won’t let you cancel once you realise it’s a scam site – in my case 2 hours, so there is no way, they couldn’t cancel that!
3. They say, you just need to return it, but the return address is in …
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B&M’s big electrical mega event: grab your must-have gadgets now!
B&M’s Big Electrical Mega Event kicks off this 8th July, and it’s truly electrifying! If you’re looking to upgrade your home appliances or simply love a good deal, this event is your perfect stop. From kitchen essentials to cleaning gadgets, B&M has slashed prices on a variety of items that will make your day-to-day life easier and more enjoyable.
Amazing discounts on kitchen gadgets
Who doesn’t love a handy kitchen gadget that makes cooking fun and simple? The Tower Vizion 8 litre Dual Air Fryer, originally priced at £99, is now just £79. Imagine the crispy delights you can whip up without all the oil! And for the coffee lovers out there, the Nescafe Dolce Gusto XS Piccolo Coffee Machine is a steal at £35, down from £70. It’s time to elevate your morning routine …
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Unmissable bargains: dive into Argos’s scorching summer sale
Are you ready to snag some serious bargains this summer? Argos has kicked off its 2024 Summer Sale, and it’s a treasure trove of deals you won’t want to miss! From plush home furniture to must-have outdoor sets, and even top-notch beauty essentials, there’s something for everyone. Let’s delve into the highlights of this summer bonanza, where you can save up to a whopping 50% on selected items.
Home sweet home deals
First up, if you’re looking to spruce up your interiors, Argos has got you covered with up to half price off on selected indoor furniture. Imagine sinking into the luxurious comfort of the Emma Original Mattress (4ft6), now just £423 down from £635. And for the little ones, the Hab Ellis Toddler Bed in crisp white with a handy drawer is now only £132. …
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How going cashless challenges young shop assistants to work out change
When out shopping and if I decide to use cash, I try my hardest to have the correct change, especially if there is a young person on the till as basically they can’t work out how much change I should get, espeically when the cash register doesn’t tell them!!!!!
As we increasingly shifts towards cashless transactions, it’s fascinating and a little annoying to observe the effects this change has on different age groups, especially in retail environments. One of the most frustrating impacts is on teenage and young adult shop assistants who are finding themselves less familiar with handling cash and calculating change. It’s essential to recognise that cash remains a vital payment method for certain segments of our population, including the elderly, those without access to digital banking, others in abusive and controlling relationships …
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Temu – was it worth it?
I kept seeing ads for Temu and Shein and decided to check out Temu. I wanted some cushion covers and I guess my ad preferences on Facebook knew about that and threw up Temu.
Temu is an online marketplace that gained popularity for offering heavily discounted goods through aggressive social media advertising. Launched in April 2023, it has become the most downloaded shopping app in the UK. The platform provides a wide range of products at remarkably low prices, using a business model that involves vendors shipping directly from China to customers worldwide, cutting out middlemen.
I managed to get some free cushion inserts, that I cut in half and made into rectangular cushions, now I needed some covers and that’s where Temu came in. Looking at places on the high street…£8 was the …
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John Lewis starts renting out dresses with new Hurr service
In a partnership with rental specialist Hurr, department store John Lewis has launched its first womenswear rental platform. It is available at johnlewis.com/fashionrental and features a selection of exclusive John Lewis labels as well as over 20 new contemporary brands.
As stated by the company, the goal is to “encourage a more sustainable way of shopping that doesn’t cost the Earth.”
A report recently revealed that Britain buys more clothes per person than any other country in Europe, and the fashion industry as a whole is responsible for 8%-10% of annual global carbon emissions.
“As a retailer, we need to provide our consumers with a more sustainable solution. This is why John Lewis Fashion Rental was created,” according to the company.
Rental prices begin at £20 for a “carefully curated” mix of the firm’s own …
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Aldi’s faux fur throw great dupe for The White Company’s version
Budget supermarket Aldi is selling a luxury faux fur throw and shoppers are comparing it to one for £170 at The White Company.
The Aldi Luxury Faux Fur Throw, currently on sale for £24.99, has been compared to The White Company’s mink faux fur blanket, but at a fraction of the price.
The throw, described as ‘luxurious to touch’ and ‘extremely warm and snuggly,’ is ideal for adding extra warmth to your sofa or bedroom without turning up the heat.
Customers are so taken with the weight and softness of the £24.99 faux fur blanket that it has prompted comparisons to The White Company’s version, which costs £140 more, priced at £170.
‘I bought this throw after reading positive reviews and comparing it to a similar throw from the White Company,’ one satisfied customer …
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Mother’s Day Gift Ideas
Mother’s Day is such a special day, but it is not enough to celebrate motherhood on one day, and frankly, we should make every day as special as this one to shower our love upon our mothers. This day is a great opportunity to spread love and share gifts with our mums.
But, it can be a struggle to find that perfect gift, right?
I wanted to help us all out and post some mothers day gift ideas that are a good bargain and indeed a good fit for every special woman in our lives. Most gifts here come in under £15.
I do hope that these gift ideas can help you pick out something special for your mum and if you are a mum yourself, happy early Mother’s Day to you!
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Poundland finally goes online online – but only for certain postcodes
Poundland has launched an online shop providing home delivery for some of the most popular items it its stores.
Now you may know about my Poundland fixation. We have two in our town and I wonder if that’s enough. Starting bak in 1990, Poundland now has over 800 stores, selling around 3,000 items from £1 and up.
Poundland is now offering an online store across some of its most popular items to selected postcodes as part of a pilot.
This includes items from just £1, plus other more expensive products, from food and drink, health and beauty, entertainment and DIY, home accessories from their PEP&CO Home (not clothes) range, household and pet supplies, stationery and crafts and things for the garden.. It’s the same price as in store.
The online shopping is currently a trial …
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Ikea to buy back used furniture in return for vouchers
The Swedish homewares giant is going to launch a scheme to buy back your unwanted IKEA furniture items in return for vouchers. It goes live next month.
Under the plan, it will offer vouchers worth up to 50% of the original price, to be spent at its stores – the value of the vouchers will depend on the condition of the items they are returning
The “Buy Back” initiative will launch to coincide with Black Friday.
“By making sustainable living more simple and accessible, Ikea hopes that the initiative will help its customers take a stand against excessive consumption this Black Friday and in the years to come,” it said in reference to 27 November, when lots of retailers offer discounts on their products.
Customers must log the item they wish to return and will …
