It was never going to be long before we had to start thinking about Christmas gifts, was it? Well, to get the ball rolling, Boots has re-launched its much-loved Gift of the Week campaign to give shoppers a helping hand with that all-important buying.

Running each week until Christmas, the cosmetics company will be hosting a special bargain offer every seven days to give shoppers the chance to snap up something special at a steal – and the first gift will be available tomorrow.

Kicking things off with a pampering package, as of tomorrow you’ll be able to treat yourself a friend to a gorgeous Ted Baker Girliest Convenience Vanity Case packed full of products from Ted Baker‘s cosmetics collection, for £40 £19 – a purse-friendly way to indulge in a little luxury, we think you’ll agree.

Though to take full advantage of the offer you’ll have to make sure your shopping basket’s empty at 7am tomorrow morning when the Ted Baker set becomes available – strict orders from Boots, FYI (last year, sneaky shoppers were stacking their baskets sky-high with goodies before the offer started).

Keep your eyes peeled for more gifts each week – it might just take the pressure off your Christmas shopping (or act as a little mid-week treat, whichever takes your fancy).

Visit boots.com for more information.

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What: Ted Baker sample sale.

When: Wednesday 6th October, 8am – 8pm and Thursday 7th October, 8am – 7pm.

Why: Rails of items from Ted Baker‘s latest collections at significantly reduced prices, including dresses starting from £40 (plus lots in the way of accessories, menswear and kid’s clothing, too).

Where: Camden Centre, Bidborough Street, London WC1H 9JE

Visit www.tedsamplesale.com for more information.

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It may be buckling at the seams, but Debenhams has added another high profile name to its roster of designers – British label Ted Baker has just launched its first lingerie line, B by Ted Baker, exclusively at the department store.

And anyone familiar with the brand should know exactly what to expect – quality fabrics, great designs and attention to detail. It is, however, the first lingerie line Ted Baker has ever produced, which is where the expert design team at Debenhams come in.

Naturally, it’s a match made in heaven. Great fits and prices from Debenhams, great quality and luxury from Ted Baker – and you’ll be pleased to hear there were no compromises. Ricky Groves, Ted Baker‘s designer assured us that everything you see in the Debenhams collection you’d expect to find in a Ted Baker store. Little details like carefully-placed pleats, dangling B charms, silk trims, gold metal fastenings, the in-store positioning and boudoir-like display, the extra special printed bags with gold rope handles and the way every piece is inscribed with ‘designed to B loved, Ted x’, make sure of that.

“It’s a smalls world after all and B by Ted Baker is designed to be loved,” says Craig Smith, brand communications director at Ted Baker. “The embodiment of everyday luxury, we’ve created an exquisite collection of highly desirable, elegantly feminine pieces that’ll sit perfectly with Designers and Debenhams.”

And having popped into Debenhams‘ Westfield store earlier this week to meet the team and catch a glimpse of the line, we can vouch for that ourselves. There’s 42 pieces in the collection, including lingerie and sleepwear (the softest sleeping trouser we ever did feel and two gorgeous silk kimonos, might we add) – some of it basic, some printed with an exclusive paisley print and others with butterflies… and there’s a delicate vintage-inspired monochrome print, a bright graphic floral print and a digital bird print still to come.

Feminine and sophisticated without being too girly (there’s a gorgeous slate colour), we’re in no doubt this will soon become one of the store’s best-selling lingerie lines.

B by Ted Baker is available at Debenhams stores and online, with prices starting at £10.50 for basic briefs and peaking at £49.50 for a silk kimono.

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What: Save 20% at Ted Baker’s Summer Shopping evening!

When and where: Wednesday 26th May 4-8pm (Cambridge)

Thursday 27th May 4pm- 8:30pm
Bath, Belfast, Birmingham, Bluewater, Brighton, Bristol, Canary Wharf, Cheapside – Ted Baker & Friends, Covent Garden – Floral St, Covent Garden – Langley Court, Dublin, Glasgow, Guildford, Kings Road, Leeds, Liverpool – Button St, Liverpool ONE – Peters Lane, Manchester, Nottingham, Regent St, Richmond, Sheffield, South Molton St (womenswear only), Westfield London – The Atrium, Westfield London – The Village (Ted Baker Pashion), Westbourne Grove and online at www.tedbaker.com**.

Sign up at www.tedsummerevent.com and you could save 20% at one of their summer shopping evenings. While you shop their latest collections, you’ll enjoy complimentary drinks, courtesy of Isklar water, Kirin Ichiban beer and Smirnoff Black*.

If that isn’t enough, RSVP online and you could be in with the chance of winning the ultimate shopping weekend courtesy of Malmaison and Hotel Du Vin with £1000 to spend in your favourite Ted Baker store. There’s also the chance to win a Sony bloggie camera and a years supply of Isklar Water is up for grabs.

*selected stores only; while stocks last
** online at www.tedbaker.com between 4:00pm and 12.00midnight

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What: Ted Baker Sample Sale

When: Wednesday 14th April 8am – 8pm and Thursday 15th April 8am – 7pm

Where: The Camden Centre, Bidborough Street, London, WC1H 9JE (usual venue)

What: The sale features menswear (including suits at £75, shirts at £25), womenswear (dresses at £40, Skirts at £25), kidswear and accessories.

All Major credit cards are accepted but it’s much quicker to pay with cash.

As with all previous sample sales, fast track entry is available to those keen to avoid the queues online via www.tedsamplesale.com

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After the January slump, there’s always that sense of relief when February finally arrives. ‘Hurrah, January is over!’ we cheer, as we get back into the swing of work and start counting down the days to the ever-looming Fashion Week.

And then we remember that February is the month of Valentine’s Day.

Whether we’re loved-up or not, February 14th seems to send the nation into frenzy. We go into panic mode about what exactly we should do to mark the occasion, what gifts we should buy and ,of course , what on earth we should be wearing. The supposed most romantic night of the year, suddenly , and bizarrely – becomes one of the more stressful holidays…

For those that choose to celebrate Valentine’s Day (or actively rebel against it for that matter), we have come up with a few outfit suggestions to make preparations for the nation’s ‘date night’ that little bit easier.
We’ve selected some of our favourite items as inspiration for your own Valentine’s outfit. Having picked out clothes suitable for a daytime date, a romantic evening or a night out with the girls, we think we’ve got all areas covered…

The Lunch Date

Outfit One:
It is probably most difficult to think of the perfect outfit for the daytime date. Will you be going out for a posh lunch? Meeting for a couple of drinks? Taking part in a fun and spontaneous outdoor activity? Either way, it’s still cold out there, so we think smart layering is the way forward. Skinny jeans are always a winner in our book, so why not update the look for spring with these platform clogs from KG by Kurt Geiger. Team with an oversized cardigan, like this kimono from Bess and a neutral scarf from Therapy for a casual, yet chic outfit.

Bess Kimono £347.39 from Net-a-Porter; Therapy scarf £12.00 from House of Fraser; 7 For All Mankind Roxeanne Skinny Jeans £200 from Net-a-Porter; KG by Kurt Geiger Jarah mules £130 from Kurt Geiger.

Outfit Two:
The white shirt is certainly making a comeback of late. Keep things simple with this monochrome shift dress from Ted Baker and try out the leather look as seen at Celine and Balmain, with these second-skin trousers from Helmut Lang. Alternatively, opaque tights will work just as well , especially when paired with some bright footwear. Why not embrace Valentine’s red theme with these cute Mary-Janes, courtesy of ASOS?

Ted Baker Obble Shirt Dress £99 from House of Fraser; Helmut Lang Leather Leggings £660 from Net-a-Porter; ASOS Poppet Suede Mary Jane Strap Shoe £40 from ASOS.

Not sure what your daytime plans are yet? Pack some flats, just in case!

The Dinner Date

Outfit One:
Become the lady in red this Valentine’s Day, with a striking cocktail dress like this slinky number from Alexander McQueen. Keep everything else simple, accessorising in Gold to compliment this deep and luxurious colour.

Isharya earrings £145 from Net-a-Porter.; Alexander McQueen Asymmetric Jersey Dress £750 from Net-a-Porter; Diane Von Furstenberg Luxe Sandals £249 from Matches Fashion.

Outfit Two:
Adopt spring’s neutral trend early, with this romantic dress from Vera Wang. Wear with neutral strappies or take inspiration from Roland Mouret and Thakoon by adding a tough edge, with Giuseppe Zanotti’s gladiator sandals.

Vera Wang Chiffon dress £265 from House of Fraser; Kenneth Jay Lane gold coloures, textured cuff £80 from House of Fraser; Giuseppe Zanotti Gladiator Sandals £545 from Net-a-Porter.

The Girls’ Night Out

Outfit One:
A night out with the girls is the perfect opportunity to have a little fun with your outfit. Go for the laid-back luxe look with Alexander Wang‘s knee-length, sequined skirt, finished with a plain white shirt from his T by Alexander Wang collection. Comfortable and effortlessly striking.

T by Alexander Wang Scoop-neck jersey T-shirt £85 from Net-a-Porter; Alexander Wang sequined draped skirt £560 from Net-a-Porter; Christian Louboutin Cosmo 120 Python Pumps £820 from Net-a-Porter.

Outfit Two:
Why not get flirty on your night out with a fun, mini dress. Take this printed bandeau from hot, young designer Olivia Rubin, who is a hit with the likes of Brit fashionistas, Fearne Cotton and Agyness Deyn. Pick out the neutral splash print with these peep-toe Christian Louboutins; nude shoes will automatically make your legs look longer , especially when they come this high! Round off the look by adding a burst of colour to your ensemble with bright accessories, like this hot-pink lips clutch from Lulu Guinness. How very apt!

Olivia Rubin Gaudi dress £216 from Olivia Rubin; Lulu Guinness Perspex Lips Clutch £195 from Lulu Guinness; Christian Louboutin Very Jaws Peep-Toes £580 from Matches Fashion.

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What: Save 20% at the Ted Baker Winter Shopping event on Thursday 19th November. Visit www.tedwinterevent.com to register to shop at the store of your choice from 4pm – 8:30pm** Complimentary drinks in store and gifts with every purchase, courtesy of Hotel Chocolat***.

When: Participating stores – 18th November 4pm – 8:30pm (Cambridge)

Participating stores – 19th November 4pm – 8:30pm (Bath, Belfast, Birmingham, Bluewater, Brighton, Bristol, Canary Wharf, Cheapside – Ted Baker & Friends, Covent Garden – Floral St, Covent Garden – Langley Court (womenswear only), Dublin, Guildford, Glasgow, Kings Road, Leeds , Liverpool – Button St, Liverpool ONE – Peters Lane, Manchester, Nottingham, Regent St, Richmond, Sheffield, South Molton St (womenswear only), Westbourne Grove, Westfield London – The Atrium, Westfield London – The Village (Ted Baker Pashion) and online at www.tedbaker.com)

For further information, visit www.tedwintershoppingevent.com

*Cambridge store event will be held on Wednesday 18th November

**Online at www.tedbaker.com until 12midnight. Complimentary drinks not available at www.tedbaker.com.

***While stocks last

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