Just thinking a bit more (noting Angie’s comment on today’s blog post saying that prices for the brands she usually shops are going up), I thought I would say what the green lace top I like is priced at and see what Fabbers think of the price? It’s $249, and so far the most I ever paid for a top was $219 for my Veronika Maine blurred floral top in 2020 which all Fabbers seem to like and I have worn 97 times so CPW is around $2.50. But I really love that top and not sure this green one would be as versatile. Storm doesn’t even make the clothing in NZ that I know of, I think it’s China. How do they justify the price?

Thanks all - I can't reply individually as yet but well done to those who have had a month off, but also well done to those who have bought well needed wardrobe additions.

I like having one or two intentional breaks a year and then shopping in bursts, but of course everyone operates differently!!

Jenni - I have spent more than that on a blouse or top - but I do know that blouses or tops take longer for me to get to a decent cost per wear than trousers - so in general I spend more on pants and jackets than I do on shirts and blouses. For me, I don't worry about the up front cost if I can afford it, as long as I think I will keep and wear it for three or more years (by then I am usually at 30 wears except for occasion pieces).

Thanks Sally! I can afford the top but the price annoys me