Showing posts with label Heirloom. Show all posts
Showing posts with label Heirloom. Show all posts

Monday, March 5, 2012

Money No Object Monday - Burberry Trench Coat

The Burberry Trench Coat is one of the great classics that never go out of style.  It's also a luxury.  An women's Trench Coat in this famous British brand starts at $1,300.  If you wear it for years, and you could - it never goes out of style, the price could just maybe be justified.  They also make variations of the famous trench for children.
Image from "Lovey Room" blog
Little fashionistas can be as classic as their older sisters, and for a lot less.  This is so stinking cute!
Burberry Pleated Back Trench for Girls - $375
Burberry Pleated Back Trench Back View
But. . .    $375  for a kids coat?

I've purchased some brands of kids clothes that I thought were expensive and justified them because I knew that the clothing would last through several kids.  BL Baby Boy had a Gymboree overall that I paid $18 (on sale it's my version of expensive).  It was printed with fishing lures and was so cute.  I was delighted when the outfit was passed to a Best Loved Nephew, and then sent to a BL Girl and used on both her sons - and it still looked wonderful and was passed on to a friend.  For all I know it's still in circulation.

Would you ever consider a quality famous designer coat as a heirloom piece?


Monday, February 20, 2012

Money No Object Monday - Blessing/Christening Outfits


Crystal, Ivory Silk and Lace Gown and Cap $298
After last week's thousands spent, this sweet Etsy shop looks like a bargain basement. DbinkieOriginals caught my eye when I first fell in love with Etsy. She makes stunning special occasion baby dresses and outfits which are perfect for a Blessing/Baptism/Christening day.
Victorian Lace Dress with hat - $200
 I remember when her shop hadn't sold anything and I'm so glad she's found others who adore her creations.
Christopher Antique White Silk Christening Suit and Cap - $148
 If you aren't southern enough to put you boy in a dress for his naming day, she has some rompers.  There are also booties:
Christening Shoes $18.50


and a blanket elegant enough for the occasion and made of materials that will last so these can be heirlooms.
Antique White Silk Receiving Blanket - $68.00

Confession, I have spent considerable dollars for Blessing Outfits for the BLGrands and my niece. I made them but spent big bucks on the materials.  I justified it because I know the outfits will be reused over generations.  Is it easier to spend big bucks if you will pass it on to other generations?