I’m a sucker for a good cause these days and with my unhealthy obsession with my lifeline cellphone, it comes as no surprise that I would eventually find something to strike my fancy.
Finding a phone that I like was surprisingly easy. Finding a phone charm that was not too “bling” for my muted taste was another challenge.

I should not have feared. My usual scourging of the ‘net soon yielded its treasure.

Mobile maker Siemens and fashion designer Gharani Strok take on the typically male market of mobile phones with two limited editions items:

• The Siemens CL75 phone, which has been dressed with a beautiful poppy motif.
• The poppy charm, cast in silver and adorned with a pink Swarovski crystal.

While I’m not quite ready to commit to a whole fashion phone, the latter made it on my wishlist and soon, in my greedy mitts (thanks James!).

It echoes key elements of the moment: accessorising and florals in a non-naff way. It does not shine, beep or scream “Look at me” but it delivers a deadly dose of style and good vibes as you contribute to the very worthy battle against breast cancer.

Available as a limited edition for a light £39.99 plus postage, all proceeds donated to Breast Cancer Care from the Siemens site.
Small price to pay to be fashionable and support a worthy cause.