Frugal Felicity, out every Wednesday, is not the name of a bespectacled internet addict who spends her time scouting for lovely things that don’t cost the earth, as the name may suggest. In this instance, felicity is used in its most traditional meaning – joy, happiness – and all in the name of frugality. Minus the spectacles, I will scout the internet for lovely things that don’t cost the earth, should any of you feel like a mid-week pick-me-up (nothing brings you closer to Friday than a spot of Wednesday shopping).
Fragrance
A site I am good friends with (and when I say friend, I mean I love them, they have no idea who I am) Fragrance Heaven, has a constant flow of sales, specials and prices that nod towards conservative spending (considering it’s for a luxury product). It also has a great little stash of rare fragrances and ones that aren’t readily available over the counter in Australia … I realise that makes it sound like I am talking about illicit drugs. I recently invested in a 2003 edition of Hermes Jardin de Mediterranee for less than … well less than some may spend on a large night out, or a spare tyre.
So this week, let’s go with
Girls: Escada Signature, 50ml, $49. Bergamot nectarine, lemon, orange blossom, peony, vanilla, freesia. An all time favourite of mine, this fragrance is the definition of perfect-for-hot-summer-days. And I did not pay $49 for my bottle. Double it. No I’m not bitter.
Boys: Zegna Intenso,100ml, $50. Italian lemon, green mandarin, pink peppercorn. Oh mein Gott this is a good buy. This is a sensational buy. This is the kind of buy you should kick yourself in the shins if you don’t capitalise on it. I am entering my credit card details as we speak … somebody stop me.
Bath Time
A glass of champagne in the bath cures everything, particularly if you have a terry towelling bath robe to frolic in afterwards. One of my favourite Australian brands, Bear and Duck ,have a Christmas bundle specifically for bath and robe lovers (we’re a niche market, but we’re out there). Do not pay $70+ for your robe in a snooty department store. Pay $59 and receive your white, 100% cotton, 500gsm terry towelling bath robe with a pair of white cotton slippers and an Ovame soap. And get it all delivered to your door scented, gift-wrapped and free of charge.
Can’t Beat the Old Favourites
And, finally, perfect for face and body, is Redwin’s Vitamin E Cream, which costs a massive $4 at your local 
Woolworths. Having a pot of this cream handy is a lifesaver for those who may sport snake-hands or lizard-legs courtesy of a brisk winter. It’s also perfect for the sensitive skinned who can’t seem to find a moisturiser that works.
