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Celebrity inspiration Have a look at which celebs has inspired us this season.

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Top high street picks Have a look at whats trending on the high street

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Party tips All you need to know on party dressing.

Fashion rundown Find out whats on trend on the catwalk this season.

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Kiss and tell Find out how to get the perfect pout Places to go Find out what our reporter thought of Winter Wonderland

Accessories Glam up your outfits with the best accessories! Clothes show Find out what our reporters thought of the clothes show

Gift Guide A guide to buying gifts for Christmas this year

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Chic and cheap How to find cheaper alternatives.

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Healthy hair All you need to know in order to get luscious locks

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EDITORS LETTER

ello and welcome to another edition of Runway. Its our last edition of the year and what a year it has been! I just want to say thank you to all the readers for choosing to read Runway and we hope youve enjoyed all the issues this year. Our team have worked incredibly hard over the last tweleve months and look forward to bringing you more in the coming year!

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Priyanka
What are your favourite trends? At the moment my favourite fashion trends are tartan and leather. What would you describe your style? My style is urban and classy chic wear.
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Rachele
What inspires you? I loved to be inspired by fashion, Whether it be a vintage band tee or a pair of Jeffrey Campbells! I love to express how I feel through styling my outfits.
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What each member of our team are loving this month !

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How would you describe your style? I think its quite girly, pretty and fun!
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definitely my favourite time of year, to me this means scarves, shopping, snow, presents and lights. There is always so much to do but most importantly its a time to be with those close to you. Happy holidays!

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CELEB STYLE inspiration

Cara Delevinge
This weeks celebrity inspiration is none other than supermodel Cara Delevinge! Rachele Gramegna tells us why she inspires us so much!
The girl crush of 2013, who embraces her inner tomboy and jumps on private jets with Rihanna. Simply the coolest 21-year-old on the planet, right? If you havent heard of the name Cara Delevingne or seen at least one photo of her in a single day, then you must be living under a rock! The it girl has taken over the world of fashion, and has been referred to as a baby Kate Moss. Miss Delevingne was 2012s Model of the Year at the British Fashion Awards and she has been pictured by Mario Testino, walked the runway for Oscar de la Renta, Fendi and Stella McCartney and posed as the face of Chanel. Wow. So what is about Caras kooky look that is so inspiring? Firstly, she can pull off any outfit, from her much loved animal onesie (which she wore whilst roaming around Paris), to a glamorous and sophisticated designer dress. Her carefree spirit reflects in her unique style, and she isnt afraid to express herself with her outfits she puts together. The beautifully browed model is mostly known for her wacky street style, as she wears her flat caps to the side, and she never fails to rock a beanie, she also ditches dresses for baggy tees. Its very unlikely you will spot Cara wearing something a bit plain Jane. Caras loud style encourages fashionistas to be wild, and to wear whatever it is you want, without caring what others might think!

10 Reasons why we love Cara

1. Shes the Queen of brows 2. The model can be glam to goofy in seconds 3. She is a model who admits to loving McDonalds 4. Rumored to be seeing heartthrob Harry Styles 5. Cara is a self-confessed party girl 6. She is bff s with Rita Ora and Riri 7. Her love for Instagram! (posing with Kim & Kanye) 8. She plays the drums 9. Caras a bit of a tomboy 10. Shes an agony Aunt to her fans! RUNWAY December issue 2013

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Sinita Maher talks through the art of dressing up and looking your best on a night out.
Youre all dressed up, you look in the mirror and like what you see and youre oozing with confidence. Its that time of year again, countless Christmas parties, New Years Eve parties but for a girl that can only mean thing...its dressing up time. We all want to look our best during this season as youll probably be seeing most of your family and friends over the festive time. But theres an art to dressing up and weve compiled a list of the main aspects to focus on when getting glammed up, whether youre going to be attending the formal office party or the glitzy New Years Eve party. Your makeup can vary depending on what youre wearing and where youre going. But one rule applies no matter what - dont over do it. Having panda eyes because of wearing too much eyeliner is never a good look, neither is caked on foundation - though it can easily be done. First, consider what youre going to wear, if its a bright dress then maybe opt for a more natural look whereas if youre going for the Little Black Dress look then maybe spice up your look with some red lipstick. Also remember where youre going, if youre attending the annual office do, then you dont want to be wearing your makeup in the same way as you would if you were going on a night out. Consider what the lighting will be like beforehand.

Dressed To Kill

MAKEUP

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So youre done with the makeup, the next step is your hair. Whether your hair is dry, damaged or you just dont know what hairstyle to do then fear not- the ponytail will save you. Wearing your hair up in a ponytail is in this season and it looks classy- especially with some heels and a classic LBD. You cant go wrong with it. If you have time beforehand then try to prepare your hair by deep conditioning it in the shower. If youve just finished work and have no time at all to wash your hair then just spray in some dry shampoo, rub some serum into it and youre good to go. Just remember not to keep touching your hair; itll make it greasy. Now, finally its time to choose an

outfit. How many times have you sat in front of your wardrobe before a party and exclaimed, I have nothing to wear? I think every woman has had this moment in her life. Well to make things easier choose something that you will be comfortable in, no matter how nice you think it is, it will look silly if youre not comfortable it in. Choose your accesories first and then maybe work around that to choose an outfit. If youre going to buy an outfit for occasion then consider looking at magazines or lookbooks online for inspiration. Last but not least are the accessories, again just like the makeup- dont over

do it. If you have a high neck dress or top dont wear a necklace and go with long earrings or studs instead. Choose one main accessory, for example choose a statement clutch and play down the other things or go with lots of bracelets and carry a simple clutch instead. Now that youre prepared to party, dont forget to have fun and be confident in what ever you wear!

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BY PRIYANKA RAJPUT

As years go by fashion is getting more and more crazy, experimental and the old fashion trends are coming back a lot especially this year. These are the times when you wish your mum or any other relatives kept some of their old clothing as you could rock it now and look so stylish. Well ladies it hasnt just been all about the high street pieces weve seen that look good but all the designer clothing which is up coming to make us fabulous ladies look great whatever we are doing. Versace is a well-branded clothing company

something to wear during the day. A nice small clutch would also be a great fashion accessory to go with it. During this season its all about keeping warm and being snug so the perfect clothing item is oversized coats. This amazing oversized masculine coat from Versace is great for the winter as it will keep you warm but also make you look very stylish. Skinny black jeans ,trousers or leather trousers would look great and a pair of heels would look very chic with this jacket. To add an accessory you could go with a great plain back Celine bag. As the jacket is red (which can be over powering) just

during the day as it can be put over jeans and a plain top with a bit of jewellery. On a night out you want to look good and look fashionable by wearing this asymmetric leather pencil skirt by Alexander Wang would be perfect as it is directionally cut from butter-soft leather, Alexander Wangs fully lined pencil skirt is stamped with the designers ever-cool vision. Keep it edgy with a transparent top and lacquered boots. Fur is big look right now, which will keep you snug and warm all the time but also give

and have been for many years but just recently it has had a major boost, many celebrities have been wearing the clothing items making the brand more popular. Vinyl material is really big at the moment and its something that can be dressed up or down, you could consider it to be funky. This long sleeve vinyl dress by Versace is great as it is fashionable but simple; simple things always look better as they stand out more. With cut-out side details and a plunging neckline, this dress illustrates Versaces vision of sexy. Dare to slip into it and to wear towering boots for your next evening out or you could wear ankle boots with a long coat to make it

a simple outfit would be needed to show off the beautiful jacket. Alexander Wang is an American fashion designer and Creative Director of Balenciaga. At the moment he has created some amazing leather pieces which are highly fashionable, you can never go wrong with leather as it always looks great no matter what you wear it with. This Trompe loeil leather biker jacket by Alexander Wang is the in thing this season as it can be used to create many versatile outfits from punk chic to sleek chic with a slight edge. You can wear this jacket on a night out or even

that cute look to what you are wearing. This shearling and textured-leather gilet by Saint Laurent is amazing, as it looks so stylish. Saint Laurents black gilet contrasts texturedleather with alpaca shearling. This mid-weight buckled style will lend every look rock n roll cool. Layer it over a silk blouse or luxe sweater, skinny jeans and a pair of heels or boots to give it a finishing touch add some gold jewellery.

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Chic &Cheap
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s females we love to shop constantly, look the best and always be up to date with what were wearing. However sometimes it can become expensive or items we want are highly priced. With the current economic climate and Christmas just around the corner, you dont want to be breaking the bank for this seasons clothes. Are you tired of just looking at items that you want but then you see the price and think no I cant afford that? Well your prayers have been answered In this article Priyanka Rajput talks about the latest designer clothing in at the minute that you can buy or find similar pieces at affordable prices from the high street.

J Brand 676.65
Alexander Mcqueen 560
To the left are J Brand leather leggings which cost 676.65. You can buy a pair of similar wet look leggings from Topshop which cost 18. The good thing about these is that you can wear them in the day as a casual outfit but you can also wear them at night to make it dressy.

Givenchy 3000
To the left is the Givenchy ostrich feather jacket but you could get away with using it as jumper underneath, the cost of this is 3,000. Down below is is a similar item you can find in the high street shop River Island. This is a similar navy fluffy jumper for 30.00. To the right as an Alexendar McQueen printed silk georgette cape which costs 560. Below is a similar cape from River Island,its a dark red floral print devore cape which includes tassels and costs 20. This flows beautifully as you move around,it also gives an authentic vibe as it almost looks like a kimono. You could wear this with skinny jeans and heels,this would make the cape a statement piece of clothing having all eyes on the beautiful piece

Office 120

Topshop 18.00
River Island 20
To the right are some Alsion leather riding boots by Givenchy which cost 1,098. Above them are black leather boots with a back zip and buckle detail from Office which cost 120. Owning a pair of boots that come high up on your leg can be great for the cold weather as they will keep you warm but can look very classy and stylish at the same time.

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TARTAN
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Youve see whats on the catwalk and now heres what trending on the high street this month. Bethany Muddiman writes about the latest trends.

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throughout the high street this season. The classic pattern can be worn in many different ways, from skater dresses to classic tartan trousers, but one particualar style we love is the tartan pencil skirt. The elegant figure hugging skirt can be teamed up with a t-shirt or a jumper for a casual look or you can switch up to a more smarter look with a blazer on top!

Sparkle
As the party season gets closer, were seeing a lot of sparkle throughout the high street. Crop tops have been a big hit this year, so why not combine them both and buy a sparkley crop top? Miss Selfridge 30.00

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Sequin

Along with sparkles, sequins are once again back on trend on the high street. This simple sequined top can be paired with a pair of heels and skinny jeans or even a skirt for a more glamourous look!

BOLD & Beautiful

By Rachele Gramegna
Theres no time to be shy or subtle, as this season is all about your style being loud and proud! Fashion is daring and allows you to express yourself, so go big and bold with chunky chains, and giant gemstones. By adding a stylish statement piece to your outfit it will make a big impact to your entire look. Statement necklaces are hot on the scene, and its all about the bigger the better, the little extra wow-factor that our style might lack. Fierce accessories compliment either a day, or night look. Dont be afraid to show off your daring necklace with a casual T-Shirt and jeans, as there are heaps of different styles to suit you! There are many ways to bring this look to life whether it be stand-out heels, or a vibrant print clutch. Although adding a unique statement piece is fun and exciting to any fashion lover, you must be made aware the look can easily be destroyed in seconds! How can this possibly happen? Well simply by overdoing it, and when this happens your outfit will clash. The number one rule when using a statement accessory is to keep the rest of the outfit understated. This can be done by wearing your favourite little black dress, a simple set of heels and then introducing your main addition to the outfit, your statement jewelry!

This berry skirt is on trend throughout all the high street stores at the moment. It gives a splash of colour - which is much needed throughout the dull winter! The skater skirt can be teamed up with a lace top or add a blazer on top with tights for a more casual look. H&M 15.00

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Even though its winter, florals are trending in the high street right now. Look out for the flroal dresses and tops, they can be paired with a simple black jacket or you can team up a floral skirt with a plain black top to complete the look!

Velvet
This gorgeous electric blue skater dress embraces your inner darker side, and you can rock this dress with a black leather jacket, adding a chunky sliver chain necklace will work great with the look. New Look 19.99

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CLOTHES SHOW LIVE

NEC BIRMINGHAM 6-10 DECEMBER 2013
Our reporters Harvinder Kaur and Priyanka Rajput when to have a look at the Clothes Show, lets see what they had to say!. at the NEC has been brilliant, and
were loving the opportunity to be a part of something as brilliant as this fashion show. says, Alexander Bugg., A member of the girlband Stooshe. The trio have beautiful voices and really set the standard for the show. Between each catwalk there were dance sequences to fit the different seasons starting from autumn and working all the way up to winter. The dance routines were incredible, all dancers were synchronised perfectly and the choreography was outstanding. The flashing lights, the background white wash screen displaying pre-recorded scenes while the models glided up and down the catwalk was phenomenal. Playing the latest music and showcasing fabulous gowns and saucy nightwear was really worth the watch. All the models looked astounding and brought something great to the stage. The show itself is only 45 minutes but it keeps you so amazed that it seems to be over so quick! That moment had come when I got to finally meet Oliver Proudlock from the hit TV show Made in Chelsea. After getting past all the fans I finally got a chance to quickly catch up with him and take a sneaky picture. Proudlock was at the Clothes show to see his fans, promote his clothes line; Serge DeNimes and he had a stall wear his clothes were available to purchase. So far the clothes show has gone amazing and realising I have so many fans, is just incredible. I really think being at the clothes show will help the brand a lot as well as people being able to find things they wouldnt usually see in the stores when Proudlock said that himself I dont think I couldve agreed anymore, this was the point where I had asked for a cheeky little photo with the hunk himself. When shopping about ,its only natural we get hungry or just want to sit down with a hot drink and just chill out and that is exactly what the clothes show had given the customers. There was a mix of everything from sweet shops, Starbucks, food huts and even a wine stalls, a cheeky bit of bubbly to keep people going throughout the day. When looking around the clothes show there were many different stores that would interest a wide audience, which is great as it was something which was catered for many people which also meant the businesses would do well. I came back with many clothing items as well as beauty products, for me the best stall was House of Hoxshore which is an urban and street wear clothing line. Something different that got a lot of attention off the audience was the teeth whitening stand, you could get your teeth whitened there and then with a discounted price. Overall the clothes show was a great experience, so when it comes back next year it is definitely a must go even if it just to go for the experience it is worth it!

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London Collections:Men 5 January 2014 18:00-20:00 49 Brook Street, Mayfair, London W1K 4HR Tel: : +44 (0) 20 7491 9945 Fashion Embroidery and Stich Thursday 20 to Sunday 23 March 2014 NEC Birmingham - National Exhibition Centre

The Birmingham Alcatel One Touch fashion show can be described in 3 words fun, fantastic, and fabulous. If youre looking for the latest trends in fashion, make up and so much more this is sure to cater to your retail and beauty therapy needs. There were top brands like Barry M, Elle, LOreal and Mint London, they all offered limited edition nail colours new edition make up and so much more. I found myself spoilt for choice so the goody bags that they had available saved me so much time trying to browse at overcrowded stalls. With a mix and match of nail varnishes, nail kits and mascara, they made shopping such a breeze for me. The highlight of the day

for me had to be the Alcatel One touch fashion show. It was opened by a brilliant performance by the Girl band Stooshe who performed their debut single Black Heart. The atmosphere here today

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Four top celebrities show how to wear their hair well... Jennifer Aniston Lauren Conrad

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Flaky skin, chapped lips and brittle hair are just some of the signs that winter is here. The weather may not be fabulous but that doesnt mean your hair cant be. Winter is the most damaging season for your hair and so you should be well prepared. Just like the seasons change, your hair products and routine should change accordingly. Its not just the outside thats damaging, its the heated rooms and the hot showers that are just as bad. Bethany Muddiman reports on how to keep your hair looking healthy and lush this season.

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ALEXA VS ANISTON
We spoke to Toni and Guy hairstylist, Chantelle Jones, on the low down on which celebrity hairstyles her clients are asking for and top tips to keep your hair healthy this winter.
It seems that women are going two ways with their hair this season. Theyre asking for either one length on long hair with no layers or a bob with lots of layers. Even after twenty years of making her on screen debut in the hit sitcom Friends, Jennifer Aniston is still being asked for the Rachel hairdo which became most popular in the 90s. A common thing for women who are middle aged is a Jennifer Aniston hairstyle. New fashionista and the British Ambassador for fashion Alexa Chung has put her simple hairstyle onto the map by also becoming a popular asked hairstyle. A popular hairstyle is hair like Alexa Chungs at the moment which is just below the shoulders and wavy with a fringe like Bridget Bardot. The hardest thing about wanting a new hairstyle is picking a style that suits you. At Toni and Guy we have our own collection that we show to our clients to encourage them to choose a fashionable hairstyle they will love.

Five top tips to keep your hair healthy!

keeping your hair looking and feeling soft is conditioning your hair. Conditioner for hair is like water for your body, you need it to add moisture to your hair that you may lose through factors such as the weather, shampooing, hair products and heated appliances. 2. Getting a trim every six weeks will help your hair grow faster and keep it from getting split ends. It doesnt have to be a great deal, just an inch or two will do.

1. Condition! The number one rule to

in it, this will reduce the number of tangles after getting out of the shower! body will show on the outside, make sure you eat well and your hair will reflect that. A well balanced diet is essential for perfect hair, no amount of styling and conditioner will help if you arent eating right or getting enough sleep. Vitamin D is very good for strong hair, foods such as salmon, sardines and fish liver oil are rich in Vitamin D..

5. Lifestyle matters. What you put in your

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3. Avoid too much product. Things like hairspray and hair gel should not be used regularly, it will leave your hair feeling dry and a build up of product will give you a dry scalp and damage your hair. Avoid using too much hair serum too, it will make your hair look greasy and lank.

4. Be careful with your hair when its wet. Wet hair is the most vulnerable and therefore prone to breakage and fall out. To avoid this, gently comb your hair when its got conditioner

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KISS AND TELL

HOW TO GUIDE: How to get the perfect pout . With
these simple tips, youll have lovely, louscious lips in no time. Step one: Start with moisturising you lips with Vaseline or any kind of chap stick. Dry lips is a big no no. Step two: Dont go overboard with the lipliner, weve seen it time and time again. People wearing lipliner thats either too dark for them or too far apart from the lipline. First, start with choosing a shade that matches your lips, not your lipstick- this will help it blend in and not stand out. Step three: Lightly brush on some primer or concealer, this is so that the lipstick will stay on better and itll be easier to apply. It will also make your lipstick last longer. Step four: Apply your lipstick, useing a small brush, apply small strokes and fill in your lips. Start with less and apply more if nessecary. Step five: Blot your lips with tissue paper, this will take the excess off. Step Six: Last but not least, apply some lipgloss to your bottom lip, this will make them look slightly bigger.
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Places to GO

Hyde Park
Winter Wonderland
THIS WEEKS PLACES TO GO IS WINTER WONDERLAND IN HYDE PARK. HARVINDER KAUR REPORTS ON WHAT SHE THOUGHT OF IT!
What a wonderful Christmas spirit down at Winter Wonderland! Hyde parks festive event couldnt get any more majestic. From the flashing lights to the exquisite snack youre sure to have fun in no time. Whether youre just looking for a fun day out with the family, a group of friends or even a romantic evening out with your partner there is just so much to do. Its just so hard to choose! Alice Moore says, Ive been to winter wonderland both in London and in Birmingham and they are fantastic, its well worth thexperience and is something you can do more than once. When you get in its busy and packed so you dont have time to do everything that you want to. But its a reason to keep going back.It has the scary elements of haunted mansions, thriller roller coaters, rides that drop you from a thousand feet or the Star Flyer that spins you around until youre that dizzy you cant stand. If you have the guts or stomach for these things give it a go.For the kiddies there are the smaller ladybird rides, smaller roller coasters and beautiful Mary go round that lights up in the evening for the little ones. They even have their own Santa Land. But for large groups and familys I praise Zippos Cirque Berserk circus. For those looking for a romantic or relaxed evening, a 15-minute ride on the Giant wheel will do it for you. You can even get lost in the wonders
weather that surrounds us, so remember to wear your layers the last thing you want after a lovely evening out is a horrible cold the next morning. But fear not the Etagen cafe provides hot and soft drinks that will warm you up in no time. There are also trendy bars like Aprs bar or Mirror bar for those looking to enjoy a fun and safe night out. Although the queues are lengthily, you will come to find that each ride is more than worth the wait. Attractions can be paid for online but for ride tokens stands surround the park. I recommend that you pre-book attractions online via the site: http://www. hydeparkwinterwonderland.com/tickets he queue of hundreds waiting for hours in the bitter cold just to get into the event was horrific Im talking hundreds. To avoid waiting for hours on end, booking online will save you so much time; you just show the staff your e-tickets and walk straight in. It will be running up until 5th January 2014 (excluding Christmas day).

of the Magical Ice kingdom or ice-skating for the slightly more adventurous.This is an experience that all can enjoy even the crazy minority that doesnt like Christmas; this will surely get u in the festive mood in no time. There are hot food stands everywhere so you neednt worry about going backwards and forward.You can have a hearty British burger in a bun, or a traditional UK favorite hot dog with onions at the Fire Pit or The famous Bavarian Village. For those of you with a slightly sweeter tongue there are dozens of stalls with European snacks from Belgium waffles, patisserie sticks, and sweet pretzels with cinnamon, spice, chocolate whatever flavors you desire. Aimee Brown reveals, Believe it or not Ive lived in London my whole life and Ive never been. I see the posters in the underground and everyone tells me all these wonderful things so Ill definitely have to go this year. However the beauty of the park doesnt distract you from the bitterly cold

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Gift Guide
2013
HARVINDER Kaur reports on how to go about doing your Christmas shopping this year.
Christmas is coming and getting the perfect gift is essential for everyone! To avoid the hustle, bustle and ridiculously long queues why not shop online? You can take your time looking for the right gift for the right person, you wont miss out on any deals as online always has discounts and gift baskets to offer. Mum Sophia, 28,says: I work parttime but I have a one year old and so many priorities, whether its cooking, house care, or looking after my baby. I hardly even have time to watch TV. Even though its just Kia, my husband and, I still have parents, in-laws and friends to shop for. So its simple I shop online. I can take my time browsing in the comfort of my own home, there are always great deals online and I can even have it delivered to my front door for free or delivery prices, which are next to nothing. I normally get aftershave sets for my dad and my husband. I like using my points card online at boots to get beauty baskets. You can never go wrong by giving women personal care therapy. Students who have personal identification cards or NUS cards will still receive their student discounts online. Discounts are usually available in shops such as New Look, Top shop or River Island. Vanessa, an 18 year old college student explains how she plans to her Christmas shopping this year. Im studying in my second year of my A-levels. Last year I had so much revision and essays due before I broke up for Christmas that I ended up shopping last minute. This year I want to avoid that, as my studies are already stressful enough and I want to do well I just decided to shop early this year. Ive started grabbing things here and there since I got paid in November. That traditional shopping method then starting your Christmas shop early is always a great option as well.

I started doing my shopping earlier this year

way I can slowly tick off people on my gifts list. To be honest stores like House of Fraser always have sales. I popped in one day and there were Ted Baker bags on sale at 30% so I got one for my mum and me. If youre on the go all the time, whether its to study, work or both then shopping online like Sophia or starting your Christmas shopping early like Vanessa could be effective and less time consuming for you. There are millions of online shopping websites so your choices are unlimited. There is the advantage of using your advantage card to save money or to get more points. If you dont have one you can grab one in store or go online and apply in less than a minute. If you prefer the

Ways to save money whilst buying gifts this Christmas.

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