Déjà-Vu Boutique Offers The Ultimate Christmas Gift… Bring On The Stellé Bling!

Posted on December 16, 2015 by Corinne Tuddenham-Finn

It’s around about now, a week before Christmas, that the ideal gift for that special person is nowhere to be found, and time is running out!

So before you resort to the obligatory perfume and last-minute gift voucher, I’m about to save the day.

Introducing…

Stellé Audio Mini-Clutch (Dazzling Diamond)

The Dazzling Diamond mini-clutch is quite possibly the ultimate bling accessory this season – perfect for Christmas parties, a thoughtful birthday or prom gift to squirrel away or the ultimate gift for the bride-to-be! But this clutch has a hidden secret. It’s not just a clutch bag, it’s a high-tech, state-of-the-art box of magic which will pair with any Bluetooth device, with a built-in speaker for hands-free calls, lasting up to 15 hours once charged, so can even be used to charge your phone if it’s running out of juice!

Personally, this clutch accompanies every evening event I attend, not just because of its dazzling looks, but teamed up with my phone, I can make and receive calls when space is limited or I need a conference-call type conversation with other members of my team. The Dazzling Diamond mini-clutch is packed along with the Louboutins for cruising, allowing me to listen to internet radio anywhere in the world with a crisp and clear sound quality expected of a superior brand such as Stellé.

The clutch opens up to reveal an inside pocket – big enough to hold a lipstick, a bank card and a little cash… but the opposite side is dedicated to a larger than average sized mirror!

The bag comes complete with an across-the-body chain and a detachable chunky plastic quality bracelet featuring the Stelle logo – so stylish!

Offering the best in sound quality and design, the Stellé Mini-Clutch Speaker^™effortlessly pairs with any Bluetooth-enabled device, has a built-in speakerphone for hands-free calls and can connect to non-Bluetooth devices via aux-in jack and can charge any USB-enabled device.

You’ll find the Stellé Mini-Clutch Speaker^™ available for purchase at Déjà-Vu Boutique Ipswich, offering a ‘chic & unique’ shopping experience.

Renowned for being the top-to-toe ‘unique boutique’ in the area, you’re sure to be inspired by the gorgeous fashion, bags, jewellery and accessories on show, shop in style within their elegant surroundings – their ranges are hand-selected specifically so that customers can find something different in-store and not ‘run of the mill’, with ethical chemical and cruielty-free beauty ranges perfectly complimenting their in-store offer, providing something different from other shops.

http://www.dejavuboutique.co.uk

The Stellé Audio Mini-Clutch is also available in metallic purple…

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I understand quantities of the Dazzling Diamond are extremely low for Christmas 2015 and the metallic purple clutch has sold out completely in-store, but both products are available to pre-order for 2016.

Technical details about the Stellé Mini-Clutch Speaker^™ …

The Stellé Mini-Clutch Speaker^™ includes a powerful six-watt stereo digital amplifier, delivering optimal audio performance, a stereo speaker system with two 1-inch full range drivers and bass radiator, built-in microphone for Speakerphone capabilities and a Bluetooth^® wireless range of up to 50 feet.

Product Dimensions: 6.4” (W) x 4.3” (H) x 2.9” (D)

Product Weight 1.5 lbs.

Pocket fits mobile devices up to 5.5” x 2.75”, including the iPhone 6.

Price: Dazzling Diamond – £169 (plus postage and packing) – please call for stock availability for Christmas delivery! Metallic Purple – £129 (plus postage and packing) (2016 pre-order only)

About Deja-Vu Boutique…

^{No. 10 Norwich Road

Ipswich

IP1 2NG

(Close to Coes)}

Opening Times

Monday	Closed
Tuesday	10:00 am – 5.30pm
Wednesday	10:00 am – 5:30pm
Thursday	10:00 am – 5:30pm
Friday	10:00 am – 6.00pm
Saturday	10:00 am – 6.00pm
Sunday	Closed

Tel: 01473 404592

info@dejavuboutique.co.uk

Chichester Christmas Market

Posted on December 16, 2015 by Tracy Baines

Not another Christmas market I hear you mutter. Exactly. That’s what I thought as well as we drove into Chichester and saw the signs at every roundabout. Another market, same stalls, same goods on offer but I was delighted to find that it wasn’t like that at all. It was perfect serendipity – we had arrived for a business meeting and stumbled upon something quite special.

The tree was up in the square, the choir singing carols, lights lit a little too early but then it is Christmas after all. Even Joseph was there with the baby Jesus and two Donkeys – although Mary was nowhere to be seen.

We wandered along the stalls drinking in what each one had to offer. Yes, some stalls were repetitions of what you would find on any market but I was delighted to find most of them weren’t. I was immediately tempted by the festive wreaths at Farmyard Flowers, two of the florists busily working in the background to finish orders. They really were quite stunning and very affordable. A festive table decoration was £10 which won’t break the bank.

West Green Pottery offered something different for those wanting something more lasting. Potter Sue Mills has been hand-throwing stoneware pottery since 1976 and each item is beautifully decorated with hares, owls, mice, birds, butterflies and oak leaves. She also has an Etsy shop.

Dog lovers could be satisfied with the items on Bottle Green Homes. I immediately checked out the Springer Spaniel Tea towels – quite accurate with The VeryVeryVery Spirited Springer. Oh yes, I’ll have one of those.

Artist Rob Huxley was hard at work behind a beautiful display of his paintings and I was happy to stop for a moment to watch him transform a small canvas into a boat awash on a dark sea. I hope he didn’t mind me looking over his shoulder, it would drive me mad. Suddenly conscious of this I moved swiftly on.

Working my way among the stalls I slowly filled my bags with a little something for everyone else but managed to rein myself in before I damaged my credit rating. I’ve always fancied my very own War Horse and this family would look lovely in my garden but sad to say it was still there when we left. I didn’t think I could squash it into a Mini Cooper.

We finished off with a pot of tea and a toasted teacake at The Buttery which is housed in an old crypt. It felt very Christmassy sitting there in the golden glow of the afternoon and I was loathe to leave but an aversion to traffic jams galvanised me to move.

The market is certainly something to plan for next year. There is a free park and ride but we always park in the Festival Theatre car park. It’s relatively cheap and you can use the underpass to get straight on to the main shopping thoroughfares.

CHRISTMAS PAST & PRESENT by Jenny Falcon

Posted on December 16, 2015 by Margaret Graham

The lights garnishing the tree twinkle

Peeping out from amongst the shiny baubles

Dotted between the dark green pine branches

The sparkling ornaments, the foil wrapped chocolates

The olive trees stand still, silent, protective

Lit by the myriad stars, one shining extra brightly

The leaves gently flutter, quietly applauding

Sensing their privileged position by the stable

The street is full of noise and colour

Crowds bustling in and out of bulging shops

Carols playing, children squeaking with excitement

Preparations reaching a festive crescendo

Inside the stable, it is peaceful

The donkey, a little restless, hooves muffled by the straw

Knows this day he’s carried a special load

His big brown eyes watch in awe

Supermarket tills are working to exhaustion

Trolleys groan under the weight of Christmas fare

Pyramids of goods, demolished in seasonal frenzy

Unbelievable quantities, gratuitous excess

The inn keeper offers some bread and gruel

He has little to spare, the inn is full

He promises a lad will milk the cow

To give to the young mother, cradling the infant

The smell of roasting turkey, goose or beef

Mixes with the rich wafts of Christmas pudding

Mince pies, crouching in their crisp pastry coats

And spicy cinnamon immersed in the mulled wine.

The hay spread thickly on the earthen floor

Smells sweet, though slightly damp

Wood smoke blows through, just gently

As the door to the inn opens and closes

Guests arrive, parcels are placed under the tree

Fascinating shapes, brightly wrapped and ribboned

Soon to reveal the secrets within

Leaving forlorn piles of discarded, crumpled paper

Shepherds shuffle in, sheep trot behind

The Wise Men, majestic, mysterious offer their gifts

The new parents, happy but bewildered, smile their thanks

The baby, focus of all attention, sleeps on

Have a White Christmas with White Glo By Margaret Graham

Posted on December 14, 2015 by Margaret Graham

Get ready for party season with White Glo to ensure your teeth twinkle this Christmas. The toothpastes are clinically proven to give you a brighter, smile in just 2 weeks.

Need a quick fix? The White Glo Diamond White Series gives whiter teeth within 7 days and with no nasties it is the safest teeth whitening kit yet. The advanced formula lifts and repels every day stains from coffee, tea and even smoking. Every pack of White Glo includes a unique flosser, toothbrush which removes debris from the teeth, gums and tongue… ensuring you have a white Christmas all season long.

Professional Choice, £3.99
Coffee & Tea, £3.99
Smokers Formula, £3.99
2 in 1 With Mouthwash,  £3.99
Sensitive Forte, £4.99
Diamond White Series –  £14.99

White Glo is available at Asda.com, Superdrug.com and Boots.com nationwide

Four-Piece Beautiful Complexion Set by Margaret Graham

Posted on December 12, 2015 by Margaret Graham

Frost really likes this this fantastic cruelty free brush set, being animal lovers. It includes all four brushes in the EcoTools Complexion Collection® – a makeup-skincare hybrid line designed to improve skin’s health and maximize natural beauty. This self-wrapping set includes a gift tag, ribbon and gift box, making it the perfect present for every beauty lover on your list. I know just the person to get this for, but that’s my secret.

Mattifying Finish Brush: This duo-fiber head creates a flawless finish with either pressed or loose powder. The short bristles pick up the perfect amount of product while the long bristles distribute it smoothly to keep oil and shine at bay all day.

Skin Perfecting Brush: Specifically designed to smoothly and evenly apply BB/CC creams and tinted moisturizer. Use the rounded edge of the brush for precise coverage around the eyes and nose.

Eye Perfecting Brush: Features a uniquely cut, rounded tip head that mimics the shape of your finger around the eyes to reduce tugging or transferring oils. Designed with straight, firm and dense bristles for optimal blending and coverage.

Correcting Concealer Brush: A duo-fiber blend of bristles pick up and distribute concealer for full coverage of dark circles, redness or other imperfections.

The ecoTOOLS® Complexion Collection® features beautiful cruelty-free bristles, a beautifully designed unique recycled ferrule combining the elements of beauty and science, and sleek bamboo handles. The packaging is made from recyclable PET and post- consumer recycled paper.

£19.99  Available at Boots.com and Superdrug.com

Gigaset G-Tag Review By Tracy Baines

Posted on December 11, 2015 by Tracy Baines

Keep track of your valuables this Christmas with the new Gigaset G-tag. Using Bluetooth technology, this clever device can track down important items such as keys, handbags or even your car, by electronically syncing to a simple smartphone app.

The G-tag also alerts users if they’ve left somewhere without their ‘tagged’ items. If the device moves more than a pre-set distance, they receive a notification on their phone to help find missing possessions within 10m.

The app was easy to install and ready to go.

I think it’s fabulous if you’re like me and can’t remember where you parked your car – especially this time of the year.

We were burgled recently and the thieves took my handbag and purse – and I loved that handbag. I’m thinking of sewing one of these into the lining so that if, heaven forbid, the same thing happens again I at least might get my handbag back.

If my children were still small I think I’d be slipping them on rucksacks, lunch boxes and PE bags. How many hours would that have saved?

It comes in different colours – great for putting on a key ring and makes it easy to find in the bottom of your bag.

Available in black, white, orange, red and green.

Amazon.co.uk, £17.50

Sparkle through the festive season with the Mavala Christmas Range by Margaret Graham

Posted on December 10, 2015 by Margaret Graham

Make Christmas even more beautiful with these festive gifts from MAVALA.

From beautiful baubles to cute crackers and kits, MAVALA’s Christmas offering has something for everyone, no matter your budget.

MAVALA Snowblossom Kits (RRP £12.50)

Shower your loved ones with a trio of Mavala colours. These snowflake-covered sets are available in 6 sumptuous shade collections from festive reds and pretty nudes to sultry shades perfect for dark winter nights.

MAVALA Cracking Duo (RRP £9.00)

Have a cracking Christmas with these duos. Available in six complementary colour ways so there is something to suit all tastes. No need to pull this cracker, simply untwist the top to reveal two nail treats.

MAVALA Christmas Baubles (RRP £5.00)

Have a ball this Christmas with the  MAVALA Christmas Baubles in eight sparkling festive hues, including favourites Rouge Rubis, Magic Sapphire & Magic Snow.

Take care this Christmas with the Mavala Nail Care Collection
Give the gift of beautiful nails this Christmas with the MAVALA care range. Whatever your nail concern, MAVALA have it covered with a collection of gifts for gorgeous natural nails.

MAVALA Vanity Case (RRP £26.50)

Packed full of Mavala’s best-selling nail care products, this vanity case is perfect for a complete at-home manicure. The case includes: Scientifique, 002 Basecoat, ColorFix Topcoat, Nail Polish Remover

MAVALA Colour Stay Coffret (RRP £17.50)

Love your nail colour but hate that it never lasts long enough? The Colour Stay coffret from Mavala has everything you need to make your colour last whilst caring for your nails and cuticles. The set includes: 002 Basecoat, ColorFix, Oil Seal Dryer & Mini Emery Boards.

MAVALA Discovery Coffret (RRP £29.95)

This nail care & beauty coffret is perfect for those who are new to the world of nail care. Packed full of a range of treatment products and a step-by-step manicure programme, it’s the perfect solution to your nail problems. The set includes: Cuticle Remover, Scientifique, 002 Basecoat, ColorFix, Oil Seal Dryer & Hand Cream.

The Mavala Christmas Collection is available at JohnLewis.com, Boots.com and selected independent retailers nationwide.

Top 3 Gadgets For Christmas

Posted on December 9, 2015 by Frostie

For the adventurer…Griffin Survivor iPhone Cases

Griffin Technology Survivor Summit and Survivor Journey. Designed and tested to meet military standards, both Summit and Journey offer ‘ready for anything’ protection for iPhone 6 and iPhone 6 Plus.

Key features:

Survives 10-foot (3-metre) drops onto concrete
Sealed, weather-proof design to withstand rain, dirt, dust, mud, snow and splash damage
Impact Dispersion System makes Summit rugged enough to withstand extreme drops, yet slim enough to easily slide into pockets
New system suspends and cushions the phone within the rigid case and absorbs impact forces to prevent drop damage
Screen shield which slides on to keep the phone’s touchscreen, home button and Touch ID safe from damage and dirt
Rotating holster-style clip that keeps the phone safe and secure and functions as a stand.
Survivor Summit is available for iPhone 6 and iPhone 6 Plus
Colours: Black/Blue, Black/Clear, Black, and Pink/Grey
Price: £34.99-£44.99.

Griffin Survivor Summit Case for iPhone 6/6S is available here.

Survivor Journey’s patent pending, ultra-thin, ultra-tough, design offers drop protection with style for city slickers.

Key features:

Built to withstand 6.6 foot (2-metre) drops onto concrete
One piece, snap-on shell design
Features Griffin’s Impact Dispersion System that deflects and absorbs impacts wherever it is
Multiple layers for one tough case which cushions and cradles the phone inside a rigid, shatterproof shell
Outer layer that’s easy to grip and slides effortlessly into pockets.
Survivor Journey is available for iPhone 6 and iPhone 6 Plus
Colours: Black/Blue, Black/White, Black/Gray, and Pink/Gray
Price: £24.99-£34.99.

These are brilliant iPhone cases which keep iPhones safe. A perfect gift for any adventurer. They just work.

Griffin Survivor Journey Case for iPhone 6/6S -is available here.

For the cyclist…Mio Cyclo 200 – £149.99

Easy and user friendly navigation – large control buttons and simple menu structure
OpenStreetMaps pre-installed – ready to go right out of the box
Surprise Me™ feature – just choose time or distance and the Mio Cyclo™ will offer three surprise routes to choose from
Turn-by-turn instructions – clear guidance with a sound alert to indicate every instruction
Where am I – displays the user’s exact location. In case of emergency, this function shows current address, along with longitude and latitude
Desktop application – one tool to easily manage the device, download new routes and share experiences
Long-life rechargeable batteries – up to 10 hours performance
Water resistant (IPX5) – find your way in every weather

This is an amazing gadget for any cyclists. We tested it and it really works. Never get lost cycling again. A perfect gift for any cyclists in your life. It will keep them safe and happy.

MIO Cyclo 200 GPS is available here.

For the driver…Mio MiVue 618

MiVue 618 – £99,99

Extreme HD recording – 2304 x 1296 at 30 fps – with the latest H.264 technology for high quality videos at a smaller file size
Safety camera warnings – free safety camera data with monthly updates for the lifetime of your device
GPS tracking – automatically records your driving information, including speed, altitude, longitude, latitude and heading
Wide viewing angle – 140° wide-angle lens
F1.8 lens – this results in brighter and clearer videos, even in low light conditions
3-Axis G-Sensor – records direction and force, including impact, turns and acceleration
Rotating mount design – mount is easily rotated to any desired angle
Parking mode – motion detection activates and records from a parked car with no driver present.

A really great gift for motorists. The HD recording is really high quality, it keeps you safer, has GPS tracking and even has a parking mode. A truly awesome gift. Perfect for Christmas.

Mio MiVue 618 is available here.

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