Showing posts with label Evans. Show all posts
Showing posts with label Evans. Show all posts

27.12.14

- Nothing to wear -

My blog title is a total lie. I do in fact own a sh*t load of clothes. My slogan jumper from *New Look Inspire is therefor incredibly ironic. I do struggle with the age old problem of not owning the right item for the right occasion though. Mounds and mounds of clothes, some with their labels still attached, rail after rail buckling under the pressure yet when you come to find that *perfect* dress/top/jacket (delete where appropriate) you can't find it. I can often be heard screaming "I have nothing to wearrrrrrrrr". I am sure 99% of you reading this will be nodding in agreement - we've all been there right?

Since acquiring this jumper, it has helped me get out of this tricky situation on a number of occasions.  Ever since my shoot with Evans (read about it here) where I wore a rather fetching androgynous outfit; I have become obsessed with this look and have recreated it a fair bit. For the shoot I went uber glam with the styling but for a more casual look I have been swapping the heels for my trusty monochrome plimsolls and wearing a looser fitting coat, like this grey/fur coat from River Island. I have previously mentioned my love of River Island outer wear and each time I go into store I hypothetically add about twenty of their coats to my shopping basket. This jacket is a UK18 and as I've mentioned before - they are very generous with their sizing which is good news for me and my rather plentiful bosom. Please give them a go even if you are up to a UK22, you'll be surprised to see how many of their jackets/coats you'll fit into.






I wore these PU stripe leggings on my Evans shoot and I'm so glad I went out and bought a pair as they have definitely been an important part of this androgynous style flex that I am currently on. I bought my correct size and I'd say they are true to size. My white shirt was kindly sent to me from *New Look Inspire a while back. It's not the best material but does the trick when I just want to see the collar poking out the top of a jumper or a dress. Now, the colar tips/chain are from.... hmmm it's either Topshop or ASOS, I can't actually remember! Here are some similar from ASOS.



My white clutch is from *Missguided and as I mentioned in a previous post - is one online store I hadn't ever bought accessories from but now it is one of the first places I look if I am after something. The clutches and statement necklaces are so good right now! The shoes, (you can probably tell me where they're from seeing as I wear them pretty much every day) are from Office if you didn't already know and you can buy similar here. Finally, my grey-ish lipstick is called Taupe from Kiko and my white nail varnish is from *Barry M.



Photographs by Gemma Bellfield 


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2.12.14

As snug as a bug in a rug | Christmas Gifting with Evans

When Callie, George and I teamed up with Evans last month we bought you a video showing you guys our favourite party wear pieces (watch it here) but we also spent a good part of the day in onesies, pjs and Christmas jumpers... it's a hard life ;)

I tell you what, I love getting glammed up but there is nothing better than getting in your pjs at the end of the day */taking your bra off* and it's always nice to get snuggled up on the sofa with your pals. If we had been in front of the telly, watching Elf and munching on popcorn I think I would have been in my element!

In this Christmas gifting edit, we show you our fave pjs, onesies, socks and Christmas jumpers and remind you that Evans is a good place to pick all of these things up as well as your party dresses.

 WATCH THE VIDEO HERE 

Head over to Evans to snap up lots of festive treats for yourself or your family and friends. I've been living in my fluffy socks since I got them, oohhh and don't forget Christmas Jumper Day on December 12th - they have lots of perfect jumpers online and in store at the moment!

*This post was written in collaboration with Evans but all wording is my own
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18.11.14

That Day | Longline Rose Print Shirt

I recently featured a mustard dress from That Day and it went down a storm with everyone I showed or wore it in front of. That Day is the latest edition to The Brand Edit at Evans and all three of the dress they sent are really very nice.

I have come down to Devon to have a bit of family time and I packed this longline shirt dress as I knew it wouldn't get all creased in my weekend bag and I was right. No matter how scrunched up it gets, it doesn't crease....this is a definite plus if you're like me and detest ironing! I sized up in this style as I normally struggle with shapes like this that have no stretch. I normally wear a 20 but went up to a 24 and this means that the dress doesn't gape open at the buttons and it doesn't cling on my belly - perfect!
I love the design details that make this longline shirt a little different from others. The panel at the back, round neckline and splits at the side make it feel like an expensive garment. I've rolled up the sleeves (like I do with most long sleeve items) but the sleeves are long and you can button them up.

I feel like being in the countryside this week has really inspired my look today! I wore my old tan brogues from Clarks, my mums clutch bag and an old zara necklace which I might just have to nab...do you think she'll notice if it goes missing?!

Lastly, I thought I'd tell you about my new lippy which in no. 512 and from Kiko. I recently popped into one of their stores and they were having a sale so I picked up a few new shades. I've wanted a rich, plummy red for a while and this one is perfect.






Kiko lipstick no. 512
Have you bought anything from That Day yet? Happy to see another plus size brand on the market?

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12.11.14

Evans Party Wear | Bloggers Christmas Party Wear Edit

I've said it before and I'll say it again - starting this blog was one of the best decisions I've ever made and the opportunities it has given me are very impressive (in my opinion) and I am so proud of what I have achieved in a relatively short time. If you follow me on any of my social media platforms you will have noticed that I recently collaborated with Evans along with two of my best blogger babes Callie and George. Evans asked us to join them on set in their Style For Your Shape Studio and we spent the day talking all things party wear!

The party season is fast approaching and if you're anything like me there is nothing better than getting glammed up and party ready with your pals and heading out to a fancy event. Sometimes, it can be a bit daunting though... what do you wear? How do you make sure you feel confident and sexy? What do you wear if you're in the office all day and then heading to a party? All these questions can get you feeling anxious and sometimes it can make you end up dreading these social gatherings instead of getting all excited for them.

Cue, George, Callie and I! Evans asked us to pick some of our favourite party pieces from their Party Edit and show you how easy it can be to take a look from day to night and get you lovely lot party-ready!!

Take a look at the video below and let me know what you think. I had such a good day, we just laughed and laughed and the Evans team are always such a pleasure to work with. The fact I get to do things like this with two of my pals is also such a treat.

WATCH THE VIDEO HERE

             

So that's the video but now I thought I'd show you guys some of the behind the scenes shots that Evans and I took as well as some of the final photos. I love how they have come out and I really enjoy all three of my looks. They all give off totally different vibes yet I felt glam and sexy in all three.


















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6.11.14

That Day | New Plus Size Brand

If you're like me, you like to have options and thankfully the amount of plus size brands available to us are increasing constantly and I am excited to introduce you to a beautiful new brand called That Day - available to buy at Evans.

Their first collection has a mix of modern and vintage styles and includes floaty dresses, longline shirts and tops. The prints and colour palette of their first drop are perfect for this time of year and it's really nice to have another brand to stalk when I'm on the Evans website!

When an email popped up in my inbox offering me the chance to review some items I couldn't say no. I love being able to show you guys what's available and to show you new brands. They sent me three gorgeous pieces and the way they packaged them up really impressed me. I love when a brand take the effort to wrap things up beautifully and it made opening the parcel even more exciting!


Last week I spent the day with my Family, including my new teeny tiny niece, Eloise (omgggg she's SO amazing) and I chose to wear the gorgeous mustard dress. I sized up one size to a 22 and I would recommend you do the same if you like the dress. I am a massive fan of the sleeves - such a nice touch and something a little different. My Mum said it reminded her of a baby pink dress she had back in the 70s that had the same sleeves.
Mustard and grey is one of my favourite colour combinations and I knew I would be cold if I wore the dress on it's own so I paired it with my *grey eyelash knitted cardigan from Yours Clothing. That cardie is so good, it's like I'm permanently being cuddled when I wear it.








What do you think of my furry clutch bag, guys? I spotted another one on ASOS a while back but when I saw this cheaper one from New Look I had to snap it up. My black boots are from Topshop and I am wearing them constantly at the moment. I generally like to wear shoes that have heels on them and the heel on these isn't high so you can wear them all day and your feet don't hurt. My tights are old ones from Autograph at M&S and are a lovely Aubergine colour.

Well ladies, I hope you all take a look at what That Day have to offer, let me know what you think and I will be back soon to show you the other two styles I have hanging waiting for me in the wardrobe.
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30.9.14

Dinner with Evans

The day before I attended the Evans Collective fashion show, I attended a scrummy meal that saw a combination of some of Evans' fave US and UK bloggers and plus models. You can imagine how fabulous the atmosphere in that room was!
I had the chance to meet some ladies that I speak to all the time online but haven't actually met in person before, catch up with some of my fave US and UK bloggers and meet some ladies I have admired in the fashion world for a long time. It was such a fun night and the food at Kettners was phenomenal!

Evans presented us with a small selection of garments from their Cut for Evans collection and as ever with Evans' capsule collections - I was impressed! Keep your eyes peeled as I am sure I will blog more about this collection in the future. For now, here is the outfit I decided to wear and some snaps from the night. SO many beautiful fat babes!

Bethany, Callie, Maddie, Fluvia, Georgia and myself 
Callie, Bethany and Myself - photo c/o of Callie
SUCH a poser! Photo c/o of Callie  
Ok, so we ALL love posing!
I FINALLY got to meet the babe that is Gabi and catch up with my love, Kellie
We were kindly gifted this beaut Cut for Evans neoprene clutch and a beautiful Daisy and Eve necklace 
What a collection of gorgeous gals - Maddie, Fluvia, Jada and Rivkie
Here is my outfit and a shot of my hair and makeup. I last wore this co-ord for my friends 50s themed hen do and it was nice to style it differently and wear it again with different hair, shoes and accessories.




Co-ord Top - ASOS Curve (skirt out of stock)
Heels - Newlook 
Clutch bag - American Apparel 
Necklace - Galibady

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