Changing Room Dress Up: Clements Ribeiro Swan SS2013

Evenin' Lovelies!

So, I'm gonna cut to the chase with this post because it could go on for a while. 

I was around London today so took the opportunity to pop along to the Evans Marble Arch store to check out the new Clements Ribeiro Swan collection 'Holiday' for SS2013.

I love the bright, fun, kitschy, playfulness of the collection, I feel it's reminiscent of the Beth Ditto collaboration (oh how I loved that collab!) and am so pleased to see it being thrown in the spotlight headed by some of my very favourite, fabulous blogger girls!

Although I liked them, I wasn't really bothered about the t-shirts as they aren't the right length for me to wear comfortably so gave them a miss and instead went for the 3 jersey tunics and the 2 shirt dresses in the range to try on.

First of all, the jersey dresses. I really wanted at least one of these to work for me, but due to the dual sizing making them too generously cut around my bust, but clingy on my tummy I just didn't feel comfortable in them, the cut was just all wrong for me. If I was to choose one of the dresses that I preferred I'd have opted for the Lobster Print but I didn't love it enough to hop, skip and jump out of the store with it. It looks so good on Bethany who models it for the range, but I'm just far too conscious of VBO (visible belly outline) for me to rock it and feel amaze! I'd say if you're busty and broad shouldered with a smaller tummy these could work well for you, but remember, there's no stretch in these as you'd maybe expect with jersey.

Lips Print Jersey Dress - The one I originally wanted, but after trying on, it's not for me sadly.

UK 30/32

Daisy Dot Print Jersey Dress - Bright, vibrant, fun, but too baggy in the bust and again too clingy around the tummy.

UK 30/32

Winner of the jersey dresses for me...

 Lobster Print Jersey Dress - Kitschy, comfy but again slightly too snug around the belly.

UK 30/32

Secondly, the coveted shirt dresses! Oh how I longed for one of these to look good on me! I really prayed for it! There were only 30's left on the rail, no 32's, so I was hopeful that they would be OK. The Painterly Animal Shirt Dress was an imminent NO! I haven't actually taken pics of that dress because I couldn't even get it on. I felt a bit like Sarah Jessica Parker in that one episode of Sex and The City where she's ripping the wedding dress off her for dear life. Maybe it was just that the one that I tried was really badly cut? I don't know, but that dress was a no go for me. 

Lastly was the Lip Print Shirt Dress which was modelled by the gorgeous Callie of 'From The Corners of The Curve'. I tried it on after the Painterly Shirt Dress and had already resigned myself to it not fitting after my previous experience, funnily enough though it went on fine. Both of these dresses are pretty much cut the same, so I couldn't understand why I didn't have a chance in the Painterly Dress in a 30 but the Lip Print Dress was OK? Odd? Anyway, the Lip dress went on great, but unfortunately as it was a little snug it gaped and pulled at the bust and my tummy. 

Lip Print Shirt Dress - Great print, fab colours, some stretch, but a size too small for me.

UK 30.

The dress does have some stretch in it and the material is lovely but unfortunately I'm not comfortable with anything clingy, so again it was a no for me. I'm hoping I can try and get my hands on one in a 32 to see if that's any better, so if anybody spots one, let me know!

Overall my favourites from the collection are the Lobster Print Jersey Dress and the Lip Print Shirt Dress. It's really great to see Evans release something fun and kitschy again so regardless of my experience of the fit of the range, I'm pleased to see that it's out there and engaging a younger, edgy audience to the brand. If I manage to get my hands on a 32 in the shirt dress I will definitely let you know and post an outfit. Otherwise, what are your favourite pieces from the collection?

Let me know!

BIG LOVE

XOXOXOX

One Woman's Junk: Music Magpie

So, 

Over the last couple of weeks, due to my mega skintness I've been pulling out some of my beloved dresses and clothes to send off to new homes where they can be loved and appreciated just as they deserve to be. 

Sometimes it's really hard to let go, last week I finally bit the bullet and sold my much coveted Beth Ditto for Evans Domino Dress. When I bought it I told myself I would never let it leave me but I just felt so bad seeing it thrown to the back of my wardrobe, especially as this season has exploded with bodycon dresses, that I knew it was time to let it be loved by someone who will truly treasure it. 

 Farewell my beautiful Beth dress...

Whilst there will always be some items that will be snapped up for pretty much the price you paid for them and are no trouble finding new homes for, I can guarantee that if you're anything like me you will have a bunch of items sat in your wardrobe which aren't really worth spending loads of time uploading and adding listings to auction websites, but still have enough value for you to not want to dump them off at the charity shop.

Cue clothes recycling at Music Magpie! I know, it sounds absurd, right? They're the guys that just buy your old 'Now That's What I Call Music 35' album that you begged your mom for just so you could bounce around in your latest Spice Girls themed hairstyle, but honestly, stay with me.....

Music Magpie have now added a function where you can get cash for your old, unwanted clothes too! I had a nosy through the site and was impressed. You select the brand, then the item, click a few other drop downs and voila, you're given a price for your old dress. I'm not gonna lie to you, they aren't offering mega bucks but if you've got a bag full of items that you just need to get rid of quickly, then it's a great way to make a few quid quickly and easily.

So ladies (and any gents out there reading) it's definitely worth checking out!

BIG LOVE!

XOXOXOX 

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Shiny, Happy, People: Outfit

Whoops not quite ready for my picture yet Grant....

Afternoon my loves!

I went out last night for a few drinks with friends (nothing new there) and wanted to show you my outfit!

My mom originally took some snaps of this outfit for me but I looked like a right minger on them, so my Grant-face friend took a couple for me. I love the fact that my friends totally understand my blogging life and all the things that come along with it, like posing on a grim Wolverhampton street just for a photo opportunity. 

No, seriously though, when I first started blogging years ago I have to admit, I was terrified of anybody finding out about it. Why? Mainly because I didn't think anybody would understand it and that my real life just wouldn't be accepting of me being so vocal about my life as a fat girl, funnily enough, they've all proved me and my worries wrong, so this is a big thank you to everyone who has supported me and my blogging, it really means a lot to know it's something I can be open about. I know it seems silly to think that anybody would be against it, but people are strange aren't they? But I have awesome friends, it's as simple as that. 

Anyway, enough of the soppy stuff, here are some decent pics oh and some obligatory toilet mirror shots...

Skull Drop Earrings - ASOS 

Studded Fringe Bag C/O - Littlewoods

 Butterfly Kimono - 'Collection' by Evans given to me by Claire

Sequin Vest - New Look Inspire (old)

Black Jeggings - Simply Be

Studded Ankle Boots - New Look

I wear this kimono so much! It's become a go to item in my wardrobe, absolutely love it. Also I really wanted to show off the studded fringe bag I received from Littlewoods, I only received it yesterday but I'm really in love with it! Also I wanted to point out the highlighted glow on my cheeks in these pics, it's courtesy of my Estee Lauder Gelee Blush palette in 'Tease', a tiny sweep across the apples of your cheeks give such a great highlighted glow, it's so fantastic! Expensive but if you can get your hands on one I guarantee you will love it too!

Right, I'm off! Enjoy your Sunday guys!

BIG LOVE

XOXOXOX

The Heart Desires....

Evenin' Loves!

So, I haven't properly mentioned it before, but this month I promised myself a  shopping ban on new clothes. 

After receiving an obscenely huge parcel from ASOS Curve last month, I took at a look at the hugeeeeeeeeeeeeeeee pile of clothes all lifelessly dwelling in the corner of my room longing to be worn, and, I actually felt a real guilt.

I've allowed myself a couple of purchases but they have been of shoes and accessories only! I also have some gift vouchers in my purse ready to grab a couple of pieces from the up and coming launch of the new Clements & Ribeiro, Swan Collection for Evans but as far as clothes are concerned, out of my own money I've bought absolutely nothing new! I've actually really enjoyed it though, it's made me become a little bit more creative with the items I already own and I've also spent my on things I usually pass on because I've overspent on filling my wardrobe to bursting again. I've manage to bag tickets for lots of fun times going to concerts and shows, including much coveted Disclosure and Rudimental tickets, CAN NOT WAIT!.

It's little over a week to go until my next payday and tonight I think I've finally started to crack, what did it? A quick glimpse over at ASOS Curve, a peek at New Look Inspire, a rummage through Simply Be and a curious meander around Yours Clothing. I've spied some awesome items, so instead of just going cold turkey, shutting down my internet connection and rocking back and forth on my bed lusting after them, I thought I'd just share them with you guys instead, so, here is my currently coveting list....

 Cartoon Print Skater Skirt - £16.99 New Look Inspire

Pink Chiffon Skirt - £19.99 New Look Inspire

 Aztec Print Maxi - £32 Yours Clothing

Super Cute Simply Be Scalloped Shorts - £28-£30

 

Mexican Floral Print Dress - £25 ASOS Curve

And finally, hello smoking hot leather panel dress, yet again ASOS Curve nails it!  

Colour Block Leather Panel Dress - £40.00

Somebody please buy them for me? Or at least buy them for yourself so I can vicariously live through your wardrobe! *Sigh*

Right, I'm off to bed to sulk, but I feel better for sharing!

BIG LOVE!

XOXOXOX

London Wandering: OOTD

Evenin' my loves!

Did you all have awesome bank holiday weekends? I hope so! I ended up with a little trip to the beach and then struck with dreaded toothache, but that's another story!

I just thought I'd post what is potentially my most favourite outfit at the moment. I originally posted about this camouflage military jacket from Simply Be back in February in this post here. I must admit, when I first received the jacket I didn't think I'd end up wearing it much, although I'm well into comfy and casual at the moment I was concerned it was a little too masculine for my usual tastes. Funnily enough though, it's become one of those items that I just haven't stopped wearing. 

After the So Fabulous Event last Wednesday night, I spent Thursday in my comfy camo clad outfit having a wander around London, I popped into Evans Marble Arch and spied this awesome monochrome shirt...

I also had a nosy in New Look, perved over some cute items, including this really sweet playsuit...

Enjoyed a spot of people watching whilst munching donuts and slurping on Starbucks...

Oh and indulged in some obligatory changing room shots of said camo outfit...

Military Print Jacket - Simply Be

Grey T-Shirt Dress - New Look Inspire

Leggings - New Look Inspire

White Pumps - New Look

Multi Row Necklace - Primark

Cat Eye Sunglasses - Domino Dollhouse

I look like a right prat don't I? Haha! Couldn't help myself though! Apart from looking like a loser, the outfit isn't too bad, surely? White pumps are my favourite bit of footwear at present, I keep meaning to invest in some white Converse but just haven't got round to it as yet, my bank account doesn't permit such frivolities, boooooo!

The moral of this story? None really, I just love this jacket, alot, hoping someone will come out with a sequinned version like the one I clocked on Phoebe in Made In Chelsea last night! Plus size retailers out there, DO IT!

I'll be back to blog about my beach fun and Twisted Siren in a couple of days, I also have LOADS of items to review for you! 

BIG LOVE

XOXOXOX