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Posted on 8:53am Saturday 19th May 2012 As the saying goes"here is one i made earlier!
Posted on 12:29pm Sunday 5th Feb 2012 Few minutes to keep you all updated.
The wedding season has started with a vengeance! We are so busy , not that we are complaining!
I wanted to share something with you that set me thinking!
I was asked recently why we have so much detail on our listings, and to save time why do i not just have colour, style number and heel height!.Well ,although that seems to be the normal for the majority of designer shoe retailers, we like to think that at designershoesnotdesignerprices we go the extra mile!.
Choosing your wedding shoes with a matching bag is a very important task, your choice can make or break your carefully chosen outfit, and remember what it cost!!
We go into fine details about colour, trimmings, even if we think the colour on the box does not fit what we believe it to be, then we tell you, we point out any imperfections on both new and our once used items , we do not believe in disappointing our customers. We tell it as it is,give you close ups of details, so you can make an informed decision about your purchase and, you won't get any nasty shocks when you take delivery of your items.
Considering that designer items are expensive, although we offer you them at greatly reduced prices, they are still an expensive purchase, and we believe here at designershoesnotdesignerprices that the customer deserves to be told as much detail as possible.So yes, our listings are " long winded" and no, we make no apologies for it.
We love getting your questions and queries about anything and everything. Great satisfaction is had from knowing that we guided a customer so they made the right decision on an item.
We love getting your reviews and also emails with attachments with you in chosen shoes and matching bags.
We cannot keep up with the ever popular Jacques Vert range, very popular so far this season.
We have many new additions included within the Italian designer range Renata, also Spanish Gino Vaello, very feminine designs and gorgeous pastel shades.Gina of London are classic designed ,very popular, and never go out of fashion,there are 2 categories, 1 for Gina shoes alone, other shoes and matching bags.
Magrit are also very popular, especially with the more mature ladies who prefer a lower heel.
Although we also carry a large selection designer heels for the younger set, we are, and always will be aiming our items at the more mature and wedding guest fraternity.
Back to fulfilling orders:)
Posted on 2:33pm Sunday 15th Jan 2012 Best wishes for 2012 to all our old and new customers.
Welcome to the latest blog from Designer Shoes Not Designer Prices.
Have you noticed our newly designed banner? Made by yours truly!.I surprised myself ,let alone a few others who thought i wasn't capable, and who shall remain anonymous:)
What can a woman not do ,when she puts her mind to it!
Well ,we enjoyed the not so hectic month of December,we tweaked our site and done stocktaking, not one of our favorite jobs, but a necessary one.
Now we are refreshed and ready to be of help to all you mother of the brides and grooms.
We all appreciate (especially us!)that in the economical climate that exists today ,saving money, but without compromising on quality and style makes sense, and doing so we do not have the guilt that comes with extortionate price tags, and especially if it is just for 1 occasion, albeit a very important one in your life.We love it when we get letters from satisfied mothers of the bride and groom saying everyone admired their shoes and matching bags, and they were loath to give them our site url as they didn't want them to know how much they really paid!We don't know if we are pleased about that, but we also get customers that email us asking for a handful of our business cards to hand to interested women who may compliment them on the day, now that makes us really proud of the outstanding service and quality we offer at a fraction of the original prices.
The most purchased label at the moment is the Italian Renata range, silver and Brocatto beige being the the 2 most favoured colours for mothers of the bride /groom.We always have a large selection of these with matching bags.
Jaques Vert label is a great all rounder and remains popular, and we note that it is more favoured by the mature lady, now i wonder how that is?
Our designer bags continue to fly out of the shop as soon as we list them! Vintage Ackery of London are very popular now and we are not surprised, the quality and workmanship is superb,the lining and inside is as beautiful as the outside. Vintage Gina of London and the aforementioned Renata are bags that are made to last a lifetime,sheer classic good looks and superb workmanship.
We introduced a range of modern designer shoes that appeal to the younger generation, and they are selling, but , we have and always will be aiming at the mature and elegant classic styles that are much adored by mother of the bride and groom, and of course for any other special occasions in your life.
We must share this tip for saving you oodles of time when searching on our site, search by your shoe size and you will be confronted by our full stock in that size!
Thank you for your support and if we can help you with anything regarding your choice of any item from our shop, please do drop us an email, we love hearing from you.
Shirley @Designer Shoes Posted on 9:01pm Sunday 1st Jan 2012 Now that Christmas and 2012 New Year Celebrations are coming to an end we at designer shoes not designer prices start to get very busy. Spring weddings seem to account for a big slice of our sales,especially with mother of the bride/groom. Although not wanting to detract from the bride, they also want to look attractive, and coordinated with their accessories,be it for matching shoes with bag, or shoes to coordinate with an existing bag.Gina and Jacques Vert are the two most popular designers with them.
We also stock a huge range of designer evening bags by Gina, Renata, Dents and Magrit, so you are sure to find something to suit your outfit ..
Cost comes into the equation as well.That is where we at designer shoes not designer can help.We offer new, also once used shoes and bags that have been purchased for the big occasion, and never used again.We refuse to offer anything on our site that doesn't come up to our very high standards .All without the designer price tag!
We realize the stress that comes with planning the big event We also realise the expense that is involved and therefore we take great pride in offering the highest quality and workmanship that Gina, Renata, Magrit, Jacques Vert ,etc are famous for. These designer items are on offer for a fraction of the original price.Best of all, only you will know that!
Our site is evolving!We now cater for the young and trendy fashionistas! We have some eyecatching Carvela killer heels on offer .Mainly the styles "Hyper" and "ACDC",if you like to attract attention, then these are for you!.These are selling as fast as we can get fresh supplies
.Other makes that are in demand by our younger customers are the gorgeous Karen Millen range, very innovative and for the fashion conscious
We look forward to the wedding season getting into full swing once more, and hope we can ease the burden for you a little! Please remember, we offer a "no quibble guarantee".    Posted on 10:32am Sunday 6th Nov 2011 Just a quick update on what is the most popular selling designer label this season .
Gina shoes have come into their own this season,and we are not surprised.
Vintage is very popular at the moment , in fact, always has been. We attribute this to vintage designs being classic ,no frills,just outstanding craftsmanship, quality leathers and attention to detail and finish..
You can tell just by handling and looking at a shoe if it is well crafted or just a reproduction. Gina shoes last a lifetime, even being passed down to the next generation, the replicas that look good when first new do not stand the test of time.
Investing in a pair of Gina shoes will be the best investment you can make to your wardrobe.
If they are the choice of Royals and celebrities worldwide then that says it all.
Sit down with a coffee, browse what we offer in the Gina category, you will be pleasantly surprised at our prices.We offer new, and once used Gina shoes,Gina shoes with matching bags suitable for all occasions .We also have a large selection of Gina bags/clutches .very popular with mother of the brides/grooms.
One point we feel we should make,Gina shoes ,especially vintage Gina shoes come up on the small side with their sizing. Please bear this in mind when making your choice
Below are a few Gina items that can be found in our shop
 
 Shirley@Designer Shoes www.designershoesnotdesignerprices.co.uk.
Posted on 3:49pm Saturday 6th Aug 2011 At last a spare hour to let you know whats going on here at Designer shoes not designer prices! It has been hectic this season! Is everyone getting married between June and August now? We assume they are hoping that the weather will be good in these months, sadly that has not been the case, and many brides have woken up to torrential rain sadly :(. It must be so disheartening after all the planning and careful thought that has been put in place for the big day. Our brides continue to favor the designer Renata for their shoes, with Gina of London a close second. The best selling shade this year has been ivory, always a popular colour with brides and also mother of the bride/groom. Our range of designer shoes with matching bags have been extremely popular this season and again Renata being the top choice, with old faithful Jacques Vert and Gina in third place. Everyone seemed delighted with their purchases and a few kindly sent us a pic of them on the big day in all their finery, thank you ladies, we love to happy endings here at designer shoes! Our young followers of fashion have taken a shine to our Karen Millen designer shoes, with Miss Sixty and Bertie close runners up. Although we are happy that we have a young following , we strive to supply designer shoes and matching bags for the mature discerning female and at prices that are at times no more than high street prices. Our "once used" designer items are extremely popular and can save you a small fortune, especially when every penny counts, and bills are mounting at an alarming rate. Many mothers of the bride/groom make the same comment to us"seems such an extravagance to buy new and just wear for a few hours, then they never see the light of day again!.So doesn't it make sense to be save money and get your handcrafted Italian designer shoes and bags for as little as possible? Our separate category for designer evening bags have just about outshone our shoe department!Extremely popular are the Renata evening clutch bags. We offer an extensive range of new and "once used" in our designer bag category. Gina 3 way bags are extremely popular also, craftsmanship and attention to detail is superb, and these bags are a good investment, they were made to last for a lifetime.! We added Ackery London bags to our stock and simply cannot keep up with the demand for these gorgeous vintage bags. Our range of snakeskin Ackery bags with the Amber and Black roundels that adorn the top frame are stunning, and very popular with evening dinner wear.These are offered in Black, Chestnut, and Navy Blue at this moment in time, but selling fast! The Ostrich tan leather bags are simply gorgeous,and the craftsmanship and finish to these bags is second to none.They are large and roomy, and the interior have plenty pockets ,zipped and open to cater for all your bits and bobs.See images of these gorgeous bags below. We would like to thank all our customers for taking the time to share their big day with us, and for giving us the chance to help and advise them in their choices. 
 Posted on 6:56am Sunday 12th Sep 2010 The very busy season for us is now subsiding.Wedding fever has given way to other special occasions ,namely christenings and race day! Our matching designers shoes and handbags are still as popular as ever, not that we are surprised, designer shoes are one thing, but to have a matching bag for them is an added bonus, and we are proud that our prices are affordable to all, not just those in a higher salary bracket .Most mothers of the brides push the boat out and splurge out on their chosen outfit,shhhhh, don't tell hubby,he will know soon enough when he gets his credit card bill in!Point is, after spending so much on the outfit, you still have shoes,bag and hat to purchase. These items may only be needed once, and the thought of more expense fills you with dread. here at designer shoes not designer prices we understand how costs spiral for a very special occasion, we also understand that you want to look your very best on your special day.With these factors in mind we offer new, and never more than once used top designer shoes also shoes with matching bags.You will see from our prices, that not only can you have the very best in elegant designer footwear and bags, but, only you will know that they didn't cost you an arm and a leg.We would love you to tell all your friends about us and out prices, but, we will forgive you if you wish to keep it to yourself! We have started to cater for the younger woman who is into fashion and designer labels. This has proved to be a success, and we hope to increase our range substantially in the coming months.The designer makes popular with our younger clientele are Carvela,Miss Sixty, Miss KG ,Pertu, Schuh . Most popular make with mother of the bride /groom remains the same as past years, the ever popular Jacques Vert range, a few of these are offered with fascinators.Italian designers Renata and Gina of London are also very popular with our clientele for their special occasions. We are now well into September and things are not as hectic, we can now concentrate on building up our new seasons stock, ready for next years mothers of the bride/groom. We look forward to being of service to you Shirley&Designer Shoes Posted on 6:08am Monday 8th Mar 2010 Thanks for stopping by. Well, February is over and demand for mother of the bride shoes with matching bags as we enter March has trebled. It is always a busy time for us from mid January to late October for matching shoes and bags for mother of the bride/groom.We have started to offer fascinators with some of our Jacques Vert range.If they prove popular we will be adding more in the coming months. The Gina shoes and matching bags remain our most popular ,especially at the prices we offer them. Our range of Carvela and Kurt Geiger shoes are going down well with the younger fashionistas out there!Bright, eye catching and sexy, perfect for clubbing in!Our mother of the bride/groom shoes and bags are somewhat more sedate! Shirley@Designer Shoes Posted on 11:02am Sunday 29th Nov 2009
The Christmas season is upon us once again, and seems to come around
quicker every year!.
This year has seen our online shop go from strength to strength.Mother of the bride/groom are responsible for our biggest sales.We take great pleasure in assisting our clients when asked for advise, or our opinion on a certain shoe, or shoes with matching bag for that very important occasion. We will take extra illustrations of shoe details,if we think they are needed, and make sure that the image that goes along with the listing is as true to colour as possible.For a mother of the bride/groom,detail and exact matching is of the utmost importance, as they are very much in the limelight on their very proud day.Here at designer shoes not designer prices, we like to feel we are as important to our customers as is their dressmaker, hairdresser etc, and, we receive lovely emails and letters after the event, thanking us for our help. We get great pleasure from knowing we played a small part in helping our clients make a big decision a little easier. So now that the wedding season has slowed down, and we are into the party season, we find our help is not needed as much here, as you all know exactly what you want for that party dress! At present we are replenishing our stock ,and energy,at Designer Shoes, in readiness for the spring weddings!. Remember, we never ever make a fuss about returns, you have enough things to worry about for a wedding, dare we mention the bill? ,although our prices at Designer Shoes Not Designer Prices will make you smile.! Shirley@Designer Shoes Posted on 12:00am Wednesday 25th Nov 2009
You have the outfit,now all you
need to complete the look is your shoes.
Sounds
such a simple task! Not! You want them to be perfect, to match exactly,
or, at the very least to compliment your carefully chosen outfit for
that extra special event.
We
hope that our website makes things that bit easier for you,our large
choice of categories and our separate size category should help you
locate your size much quicker,and you will be able to see all available
shoes within your size category at one glance, and all without leaving
home!
We stock Gina, Magrit, Renata, Bertie, Karen Millen, Schuh, Carvela, Miss Sixty,Nine West ,Pedro Garcia ,and a selection of Italian designer shoes, including Fornarina.We add new stock on a daily basis. We also sell shoes with matching bags, Jacques Vert shoes and matching bags, that are so popular with the mother of the bride/groom.Also very popular with mother of the bride/groom are the much loved Italian designer shoes by Renata. Bridal
shoes are featured throughout our main categories
We also sell designer Gina evening bags, also Renata, Magrit,Dents etc. If you want to impress and do your new outfit justice, choose the best for less. Designer shoes have the quality finish and materials that high street fashion shoes do not have. They are made to last!.Most are one off designs, especially Gina shoes, vintage Gina's were made to order for clients,so you are unlikely to have that dreaded moment of seeing your shoes worn by another woman!. We sell new, vintage,and as new, never worn more than once shoes. You still think the price is out of your reach? Come give us a visit, we think you
will be pleasantly surprised at our prices.
We pride ourselves on our service and customer care. If you are at all unhappy with your purchase, we don't make a drama out of it,return your item to us ,unworn and in the condition it left us, and you will be refunded,less postages. Hope to see you in store soon. Enjoy making the choice.! |
