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Friday 30 September 2011

Gift Box Galore

Gift Box Galore supply gift box hampers to meet the diverse needs of anyone looking to purchase a unique but modern gift, based in West Lothian, they deliver nationally with orders being placed through an on-line shop.

The initial concept was born October 2010, when time after time searching for the perfect gift box, new mother Louise could never really find what she was looking for. Louise explained, “I would spend ages searching on the internet with an idea of what I wanted in mind but could never really find it, and when I did purchase hampers or gift boxes was sadly disappointed when they arrived.”


After numerous disappointments Louise started to create her own gift boxes to give on special occasions. Always met with an enthusiastic response, friends and family urged Louise to go into business creating and selling filled gift boxes. Although on maternity leave and only having given birth in June, with the support of her husband John, Louise decided to seek advice from West Lothian's Enterprise Centre in Livingston. Following a optimistic meeting with a Business Gateway advisor they left feeling positive about Louise's new business venture. From there Louise spent the next few months sourcing stock suppliers and creating her own website. After busy and challenging days looking after a new baby Louise's evenings were then taken up by her new venture, although tiring and sometimes stressful she was determined to make a go of it. Louise explained, “I didn't know where to start and spent so many hours scrolling through the internet to find suppliers that could provide me with quality and luxury stock at affordable prices. The hours spent have paid off though as I now believe I have products with the quality I was looking for.”

Louise could use a computer well but had never done anything as complex as building a website, however she decided she would attempt this due to the limited start up funds she had. After finding a reliable platform to host her website Louise set to work and has now created a user friendly and inviting website to sell her gift boxes from.

Louise has now returned to work part time in March 2011 and the rest of her time, along with being a mummy is be spent on her new and much loved gift box business. Louise plans and hopes one day in the near future this will be her full time job! Gift Box Galore intend to keep adding to their gift box collection as the business grows, and also offer a Bespoke service for customers to create their own gift boxes from their full product list, and a corporate service for business needs. So if your looking for a gift that is a little different from the usual gift hampers you see, then Gift Box Galore is definitely worth a visit!

Email: info@giftboxgalore.co.uk
website:www.giftboxgalore.co.uk


Wednesday 28 September 2011

Men - When Should You Wear Cufflinks?

Cufflinks are an item that most men possess - even if they don't often wear them! They tend to be given as birthday/Xmas presents - and then put away in a drawer never to be seen.

Can it be that men are unsure as to when to use cufflinks or even, which shirt and how to wear them?

The best type of shirt to wear cufflinks with are ones which have no buttons at the cuffs. Normally you will find that formal dress shirts have no buttons on the cuffs- then it is easy to use cufflinks - or buy a "convertible" shirt - which allows the wearer to use stud cufflinks besides the buttons.

When is it appropriate to wear cufflinks? Cufflinks are not really ideal for every day use - keep them for special occasions ie weddings or parties. And always make sure you have secured them properly so that you don't lose one if you are dancing energetically at a party!

If you decide to wear cufflinks to a funeral, please be careful with which style you choose - make sure they are appropriate for the occasion!!

How should you choose your cufflinks? It is usually best to match your cufflinks with the metal on your belt or watch or the pattern on your tie. And there are so many styles to choose from. Plain silver or gold are best kept for formal occasions like a funeral - but for parties, there are lots of crazy, bright colours and retro cartoon character ones to choose from.

BagPurse have a small range of cufflinks - all priced at £5.99 - which include a presentation box. And look out for the Xmas specials which will soon be arriving - fun, funky cufflinks - ideal as a gift.
www.bagpurse.co



Saturday 24 September 2011

Ladies' Scarves - Your Wardrobe Essential

Have you ever spent ages getting dressed, looked in the mirror and thought "something is missing"? This is where the trusty scarf is your best accessory.

Draping a scarf on an outfit can just be the finish you need to looking good. And with today's choice of scarves, you need never be stuck again.

Have you ever owned a pendant scarf? These must be one of the best fashion inventions ever! A scarf and a piece of jewellery rolled into 1 - what could be better!

At BagPurse we have a wide range of pendant scarf styles and prices - including the uniquely designed Spanish Pendant Scarves from Barcelona. If you want a bespoke pendant, then these are the scarves to invest in. And pendant scarves make an ideal gift too - whether for a loved one or for the Secret Santa at work.

Free UK delivery on all of the pendant scarves on sale at BagPurse - www.bagpurse.co



Friday 16 September 2011

Beware! Where is YOUR Handbag??

It has been reported in the media that women are constantly "losing" their handbags - and making it so easy for thieves to steal them.

How often when we go to a coffee shop or a restaurant and do we just drop our handbags on the floor next to our chairs or on the back of the chair or under the chair or under the table? And then we can be so busy talking/reading a book or magazine/talking or texting on your mobile phone - and completely "forget" about our handbags.

I think we become complacent and don't think about the possibility of our handbags being stolen. Meanwhile a would-be thief will be rubbing his/her hands with glee at how easy it is to steal our bag.

Well, we at BagPurse have the answer to this problem! What about a handbag hook?

At BagPurse, we have a fantastic range called Carrie-Me - which is a range of Handbag Hooks - a simple and elegant solution to the problem of where to put your handbag when out at a restaurant, cafe or pub - hang your bag at the table beside you! A glamorous Bag Hook - with a handy pouch - which can also be used to hang your umbrella, laptop bag or coat - it can hold up to 6kg!!

 Available in 7 different colours - and even a range of Compact Hooks which are also a compact mirror. These are also a great gift idea as you can match up the colour to a birthstone! And if you are at a club and want to dance - it is worth having a Cross Body Bag - which you can keep on at all times - with prices starting at £11.99
    BagPurse - Your One-Stop-Shop for Fashion Accessories -             www.bagpurse.co

Saturday 10 September 2011

What's Hot - Part 3

So what else is "hot" at the moment? Satchels!

And these will be popular right through 2012 too.

Satchels have been popular for decades and will again, top the "hot" list during Autumn/Winter 2011 and through to 2012. Wearing a shoulder bag with a long strap - to reach the hip - and even wearing across body - will be the trend through 2012 - and a satchel fits the bill perfectly.

At BagPurse, we have a lovely selection of satchels from plain brown - to floral - to faux fur. All of these tick the boxes for the latest trends. For fashion ideas, visit BagPurse at   www.bagpurse.co

Thursday 8 September 2011

What's Hot - Part 2

Beautiful handbags do come in small packages - clutch bags and evening bags.

As we approach the Xmas season and party nights, what could be more important than finding THE handbag to complete your outfit?

And what a choice there is this year!

Of course, there is the "old" favourite - black satin - and who can go wrong with a black evening bag? Stylish, svelte and screaming sophistication. However, have a look at the other options too - purple is very popular as is silver! Silver and diamante - dazzle everyone!

At BagPurse, we have a wonderful range of evening bags - from sumptuous black satin - to luscious purple - and don't overlook the sparkling silver options too. And prices starting from £7.99 ;)

BagPurse - Your One -Stop-Shop for Fashion Accessories - www.bagpurse.co

Wednesday 7 September 2011

What's Hot?? - Part One

Big news for this coming winter season?

FUR handbags - whether real fur or faux fur.

We, here at BagPurse, will only be stocking faux fur as we do not believe in killing animals for fashion!!

What's best to choose? It doesn't matter if you choose a clutch bag, shoulder bag or even a tote - all will be equally fashionable.

At BagPurse we have a selection of faux fur handbags - and various styles - to choose from with prices starting from £11.99! If you have any ideas of the type of faux fur handbag you would like to buy, just leave us a comment ;)

Pop along to BagPurse - at www.bagpurse.co  - and take a peek at our handbags

Tuesday 6 September 2011

The "Right" Handbag

Handbags are a great addition to compliment any outfit - the "right" handbag can make you appear taller, shorter, slimmer - almost anything you want!

Have a look at the handbags at BagPurse- and find your "right" handbag! FREE UK delivery and a FREE leather coin purse with every order placed during September -

www.bagpurse.co