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StyleSMALL PRINT: Covetable items worth saving up for . . .

A blue velvet Rebecca Minkoff bag is the ideal accessory for the busy girl-about-town, and the perfect size for your organiser, phone and at least 20 assorted items of make-up. €465 at Arnotts

A Moncler jacket is not priced for the faint-hearted – but it’s an investment in a classic shape from a heritage brand that will last a lifetime. At this price, it would want to. €1,470 from Samui, Cork

Annoushka’s stacking rings would make the perfect last-minute (and extremely generous) Christmas gift for someone you love or even for yourself. From €350 at Brown Thomas

Not only is this gold-effect collar from River Island achingly cool, it looks expensive. Layer over a shirt or under a demure dress. €16

Vionnet is an almost under-the-radar brand making big waves in the most fashionable circles. As the Luxury Emporium is currently offering a 15 per cent discount to Irish Timesreaders with the promo code IT15 until Dec 18th, it's just the time to indulge. €648 from theluxuryemporium.com

Diane von Furstenberg’s Kiandra dress has just the right amount of bling at the waistline to make it perfect occasionwear, yet is versatile enough for day once it’s exhausted its wow factor. Reduced to €412 (from €515) for the month of December at elainecurtis.ie