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Mother's Day Gift Ideas!
Just a friendly reminder that Mother's Day is on the 12th of May, that's just over a week away! To help you avoid a stressful panic last minute, here's a bucket full of gift ideas to make your Mum, or another Mum, or you (if you're a Mum), very happy indeed!  Here's a bunch that won't break the bank, but will make a lovely lady feel super special. 1) Lil Lovelies Charm Necklace 2) Jewellery Tree  3) A Fools Heart Bracelet  4) Cutting Shapes Bracelet 5) Sarah Young Tea Towel/... Read more...
New Status Anxiety!!
Why, hello there!! A very exciting day was had here at MFP, as we got to open up three massive boxes that were full to the brim of beautiful new Status Anxiety bags, wallets and purses; a little like an early Christmas! We have all of your favourites back in store, along with a few new pieces to add to the collection.. Say hello to Evelyn! This beautiful wallet is perfect for the discerning modern miss. Here are a couple of fast facts: Evelyn is made of soft cow leather and... Read more...
Winter Is Coming
Winter is (kinda) here! Let’s celebrate the glories of this crisp, chilly weather with a blog post all about the best bits of Winter; clothes, food and wintery things to do. Winter clothes! We have a wonderful range of winter clothes here at Madame Fancy Pants. Highnoontea, Miss Sparrow, Arielle Mermin and Book of Deer are currently gracing our racks. Such stunning collections, you have to check them out! Plus we have COATS. I think coats are the best part of winter, but finding The One can be a bit... Read more...
Summer already? MFP checks out Summer 2014 at Wellington Fashion Week
With the impending chill of Winter, last week was the perfect week to have Wellington Fashion Week.  Myself and a bunch of other folk were lucky enough to check out collections for Summer 2014 on the runway.  Lovely! New Zealand Fashion Week always shows Winter collections, so this was a fabulous time for designers to show off what wondrous summer goodies they have conjured up. Many of you will know that MFP currently stocks fantastic designers High Noon Tea (New Plymouth) and Arielle Mermin (Mount Maunganui).  After viewing the group show... Read more...
Ways To Wear
Hello lovelies! Hope you had a wonderful long weekend and are enjoying your week so far! I must admit I'm going through some serious chocolate withdrawals, but I’ll survive, you don’t need to worry about me (although, any unwanted chocolate will be gratefully received)! This week, seeing as it is Wellington Fashion Week, let’s talk about fashion. Now, Winter IS coming. It might not seem like it, but it will eventually get cold, and we should look forward to that. Snuggly slimline jumpers, deep Autumnal oranges, navies and jade greens,... Read more...
I May Have Been Eating Chocolate Whilst Writing This Blog..
Hello there! Welcome to another weekly Madame Fancy Pants blog post! First of all, an invitation. We would love to see you here next Thursday evening for a little tipple and a look through High Noon Tea’s collection, plus enjoy 30% off all purchases of High Noon Tea on the night! This is all to celebrate High Noon Tea’s debut at Wellington Fashion Week as part of the SS’14 Group Showcase next Friday; purchase your tickets here for an evening of exciting fashion. Easter is coming up this weekend and... Read more...
Hoot Hoot!
We love our little critters here at Madame Fancy Pants; we have animals aplenty adorning our shelves, our walls, our notebooks, our everything. We even have critters adorning our clothes!! Arielle Mermin has created a blouse that is both adorable and sophisticated, and is covered in cute wee owls! The Sweet Virginia Top has 3/4 length sleeves, slightly sheer fabric and its deep burnt orange colour makes it perfect for the cooler months that are headed our way. This beauty is a sheer, soft polyester and is $195. Lovely! In... Read more...
Lovely New Things!
We have lots of wonderful things to share with you, lovely reader! First up are the super cool May28th Watches that have just arrived on our doorstep! They come in cool colours and lovely designs; at $60 they are pretty and practical! The 08:16AM watch with its classic black strap and regal stag design is perfect for the upcoming cooler months whilst our customer favourite 12:40PM, hot pink and full of flowers, is a great pick for brightening up your day. Check them out! If you’re in the mood for... Read more...
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Tail of Two Foxes Competition!
gifts for a gal on the go!
 Dedicated to those go go go people who don't stop movin'! Find a lil' something for them to rush about with after a nice Christmas break xxx 1 Typewriter Journal $25     F**k You And Your Blog $20 2 Tiny Pencil Studs by Victoria Mason $85 3 Bon Voyage Travel Journal $35 4 The Seven Year Pen $19.50 5 Status Anxiety 'Phoebe' Purse $60 6 Cath Kidson iPhone 4 Covers $25 7 Ipad Sleeve $40 Read more...
christmas gifts under fifty dollars
 A wee selection of goodies under $50 for under the tree xxx 1 Cath Kidston iPhone 4 covers $25 2 Wee Porcelain Deer $18 3 Jewellery Tree $35 4 Owl Scissors $40 5 Lucky Horseshoe Charm Necklace $30 6 Tiny Heart Ring $45 7 Erin Paisley Embroidery Transfers $10 8 MOR Marshmallow Hand & Body Milk $45    MOR Tickle Me Pink Gift Pack $40 Read more...