tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-79103778910966919162024-03-13T20:09:02.606-07:00Felicity HartAnonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16978137295334059034noreply@blogger.comBlogger100125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7910377891096691916.post-59715391320552770102014-05-12T12:06:00.001-07:002014-05-12T12:06:21.236-07:00My blog has a new home!! :)<b>REDIRECTING... PLEASE WAIT</b>Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16978137295334059034noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7910377891096691916.post-37649876501305911242014-02-27T04:35:00.001-08:002014-02-27T04:35:35.761-08:00OOTD: Spring Has Sprung!<span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #7c7c7c; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 15px; line-height: 20px;">The weather here in the UK has been pretty random over the last month with plenty of rain, flooding and dark grey skies. This morning when I woke up, the sunshine was blaring through my window which was an extremely welcome sight. I decided to wear something that was made of thinner fabric as it looked really warm outside.</span><br />
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Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16978137295334059034noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7910377891096691916.post-16680579036336778112014-01-13T03:36:00.000-08:002014-01-13T03:37:34.806-08:00My Review of Taking Shape - Brocade Ponti Trousers<span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #7c7c7c; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 15px; line-height: 20px;">You've probably seen a lot of press regarding Taking Shape on other plus size fashion blogs and that's with good reason. Taking Shape are relatively new to the UK. They originally formed in Australia and aspire to be a plus size fashion brand for sizes 14 to 26. I'd never heard of them before I noticed blog posts popping up over the Internet and then as luck would have it, Sarah got in contact with me to see if I knew about the brand and after a few emails back and forth, she offered me some items to review. </span><br />
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #7c7c7c; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 15px; line-height: 20px;">Sarah kindly sent me a UK size 18 along with a tunic to review too which I did try on with the trousers but it was too long to wear together (my review of the tunic will come soon). When my package arrived it was wrapped in a really lovely gym bag which had leaflets and a little catalogue explaining more about the brand. It was a lovely surprise to receive just before Christmas Day and I tried everything on immediately - Now I'm going to let the photos do the talking...</span><br />
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #7c7c7c; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 15px; line-height: 20px;">Whether this works or not, I don't want to let it hang over my head and call myself a failure. I have yo-yo dieted so many times going from a size 12 up to a 22/24 and have stayed around the same weight now for years so even if I change my eating habits and stay the same weight, my body is clearly happy with the weight I am and I need to accept that. No more poking my fat rolls while looking in the mirror or feeling extremely guilty if I eat that piece of chocolate. 2014 is going to be the year that I let go and start living.</span><br />
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #7c7c7c; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 15px; line-height: 20px;">Before my dad passed away, I spent Christmas day with my parents, my half-sister, her husband and my niece. These days, things are a lot different and I spend Christmas day with my mum, Mr FH, my step son (for half of the day) and Mr FH's parents and auntie.</span><br />
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #7c7c7c; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 15px; line-height: 20px;">This one is a bit difficult as I have received some lovely gifts over the years. Although it's technically not a Christmas gift (It was meant to be), probably Mr FH proposing to me. He was going to do it on Christmas day then changed his mind and did it on New Years Eve to make it even more magical. Another of my favourite gifts was a pair of pink crystal earrings from my dad but unfortunately I lost them a long time ago which makes me feel really sad.</span><br />
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #7c7c7c; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 15px; line-height: 20px;">I thought it would be useful to write a blog post on women's perfume. Perfume is a very personal thing and due to our own natural scents it can smell completely different on two different people (as me and my mum found out in Boots the other week!) The perfumes I have chosen to write about are relatively safe as they are quite sweet and gentle in fragrance.</span><br />
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #7c7c7c; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 15px; line-height: 20px;">I first spotted this gorgeous short embellished party dress in the Simply Be catalogue and I have been drooling over it ever since. I'm not normally someone who wears white/ivory, but it looks so stunning and pure - I even contemplated changing out of my wedding dress into this one in the evening on my wedding. The detail on the website is a little unclear. I'm not sure if this dress has an elasticated back similar to my previous purchases or if it is completely fitted. Either way, in the right size this dress would make you stand out from the crowd of black and red dresses that are in fashion this year.</span><br />
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #7c7c7c; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 15px; line-height: 20px;">The embellishments look very detailed and as shown in the photo above, this dress would look stunning with nude sparkly accessories or even silver to complement the beading on the dress. This dress isn't cheap, and is currently £160.00 but even the frugal part of me is sorely tempted. Available in a size 14 to 32, with some sizes selling out already grab it before it's gone... (now where's my bank card!)</span><br />
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #7c7c7c; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 15px; line-height: 20px;">In my opinion, this dress looks a lot more exquisite than £45 so it makes it a perfect bargain for a plus size party dress for this year. What I like about this dress is the lace detailed sleeves and the vibrant print. I like how they have styled this dress with a bundle of necklaces in an almost punk feel. I would probably combine this dress with either black or possibly bright red accessories depending on the mood I was in.</span><br />
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #7c7c7c; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 15px; line-height: 20px;">Another bonus about this beautiful dress is that every single size is still available on the Simply Be website from a UK 12 to 32. From looking at the detailing, this dress isn't elasticated or stretchy so I would probably go for my normal size for fitted dresses. I would love to know your thoughts on this dress as I fell in love with it as soon as I noticed it!</span><br />
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #7c7c7c; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 15px; line-height: 20px;">- An auntie of mine passed away and we had her funeral which was very sad</span><br />
<span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #7c7c7c; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 15px; line-height: 20px;">- Sending out all of the wedding invitations and collecting RSVPs</span><br />
<span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #7c7c7c; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 15px; line-height: 20px;">- Complete mess up with the bridesmaid dress not arriving</span><br />
<span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #7c7c7c; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 15px; line-height: 20px;">- Work halved by a client of mine :( Less spending money for clothes ARRGH!!</span><br />
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #7c7c7c; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 15px; line-height: 20px;">I first heard of Yours Clothing from another plus size fashion blog (I think it may have been <a href="http://www.whatlauralovesuk.com/">What Laura Loves</a>). and of course met with Charlotte at Plus North where I had a good nosey on their rail they had displaying their clothes. After the event, I also popped into their store in the Arndale centre to have a look at a wider range of their offerings. I was being very good in Manchester and trying not to spend too much money due to the cost of the hotel and travel so I came away empty handed.</span><br />
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #7c7c7c; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 15px; line-height: 20px;">Regularly, I look online at what new items are available across a wide number of online stores and Yours Clothing is no exception. I guess it's similar to window shopping but if I see something that I really love and would hate for it to be sold out, i'll place an order. In January hopefully my normal shopaholic self can return! </span><br />
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #7c7c7c; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 15px; line-height: 20px;">What I really like about Yours Clothing is that the clothes on offer aren't all old fashioned - they have some really on trend pieces suitable for all age groups. There is nothing worse than having an online plus size clothing brand that is set on covering you up from head to toe - or everything being extremely baggy and unflattering. Yours Clothing does neither of these things yay!</span><br />
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #7c7c7c; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 15px; line-height: 20px;">Firstly, I'm not going to make a clothing post without including a dress! With Winter on it's way, I think that there is more of a need for darker dresses so that they don't look out of place and this purple and black flock <a href="http://www.yoursclothing.co.uk/P/Deep_Purple_and_Black_Flock_Print_Skater_Dress-%2818717%29.aspx">skater dress</a> really suits the season. It is a stretchy dress made with viscose and elastane and I don't know about you but in this weather I really like to eat warming, comforting foods like stew and pasta and meatballs so I always put on a few pounds! This dress is available in a 16 to 26 (the 26 is currently out of stock) and is a really reasonable £30. </span><br />
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #7c7c7c; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 15px; line-height: 20px;">Last weekend, not only did we manage to sort my bridesmaid's dress (it's going to be an Eggplant/Aubergine colour instead of Cadbury's purple, eek!) but on the Sunday me and my mum went to a wedding fayre. We weren't really expecting much due to previous wedding fayre's being tiny and having hardly any exhibitors so imagine our surprise when we turned up just before it was due to open and there was a massive queue! Outside were vintage wedding cars and even VW campervans that were available to hire.</span><br />
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #7c7c7c; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 15px; line-height: 20px;">We don't need any transport for our wedding as we are all staying in the hotel the night before, so we ventured inside as soon as the doors were opened. The first so many brides were given a goody bag with various treats and there were numerous rooms with exhibits which were all really pretty. In the first room there was a bridal store, photographer, cake maker and a table with a lady who made guest books and post boxes. Mum picked up a glass of bucks fizz as we made our way into the second room where there was another photographer, florist and a rack of wedding dresses. There were literally around 5 or 6 more rooms packed with tables!</span><br />
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #7c7c7c; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 15px; line-height: 20px;">Upstairs, there was a beauty salon offering free makeup and hair trials so I decided to queue and have mine done, especially since some places charge up to £60 just for a hair trial. I had my makeup done first and if I'm honest it wasn't really something I would want for my wedding. I told the lady that I wanted dramatic eyes - covering my whole eyelids in black eyeshadow wasn't quite what I meant! It was free, however so I didn't complain. Next my hair was done. The hairdresser curled my hair, then did some fancy thing where she pinned curls that were rolled onto the back of my head on the right hand side. She also gave me a mini "beehive". Once she had finished I wasn't quite sure I liked it, but as soon as I put on my tiara (I had taken it with me) I thought WOW! People in the room were taking photos which was a bit odd! Unfortunately 30 minutes later all the curls had fallen out of the bits that were hanging down which sucks but I'm hoping that it was just because they were rushing free trials out. I may book in for a proper hair trial with them one morning and see how long the curls last.</span><br />
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #7c7c7c; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 15px; line-height: 20px;">Thursday, mum and I went to meet with one of the florists we met at the wedding fayre. I took along one of the cream birdcages I have bought for the centrepieces and we sat literally for hours discussing my vision and going over various flowers. We also decided we wanted them to do our wedding flowers and ordered a bunch of things, all with cream, peach and pink roses, purple flowers (no idea what they were) and pink calla lillies. From their sample bouquets that I held, it is going to be stunning and I can't wait!</span><br />
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #7c7c7c; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 15px; line-height: 20px;">So that's photographer and florist crossed off the list. Next to tackle is the cupcake tower, bridal shoes and faux fur wraps for myself and my bridesmaid... :)</span><br />
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<span style="font-size: normal;"><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">I found myself getting more and more distracted by the shoe section. While my bridesmaid was looking for her dress, I still needed bridal shoes so left her to it while I ventured off in the direction of the shoe department. This is where I stumbled across Kurt Geiger. This is in all honesty not a brand I would have previously considered due to my bargain hunter instinct in me but I was really surprised by the <a href="http://www.johnlewis.com/kurt-geiger/brand/pg-view-all">different styles of high heeled shoes</a> they had in store! I came away empty handed on the day but when I got back I thought I'd take a look at the John Lewis website and have a proper nosey with a cup of tea and my pyjamas in tow!</span></span><br />
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<span style="font-size: normal;"><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">I am a little magpie when it comes to shoes and once I had settled myself into the website I came up with numerous pairs of shoes that I bookmarked for my wishlist. You can never have too many shoes since your feet pretty much always stay the same size! That's my theory anyway and I am sticking to it. I thought I would share with you my top picks of Kurt Geiger* shoes that I think would be equally as perfect for work wear or parties! (shove the bridal shoes!)</span></span><br />
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<span style="font-size: normal;"><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">How could anyone resist these beauties? With a massive heel and platform these are really glamorous. When people mention John Lewis to me, I always think of older people but how wrong I am! I can imagine wearing (teetering in) these with a pencil skirt and blouse. These also come in black patent.</span></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: normal;"><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">Kurt Geiger* New York Court Shoes, Currently reduced to £109.00, John Lewis</span></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: normal;"><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">Speaking of glamorous... hello spike heels! These shoes remind me of Sex and the City and with a pricetag of £109 in the sale, I am sorely tempted by them. Being in black, these heels would go with anything and last forever so really it's an investment right? That's what I'm telling myself anyway!</span></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: normal;"><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">Finally, I couldn't resist showing you these gorgeous animal print court shoes. Again with a super spike heel, these beauties would look stunning with a little black dress. They look seductive and although they are animal print, in my opinion they look really classy. </span></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: normal;"><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">This special offer ends at Midnight on Sunday and all you need to do is add the coupon code: FREETREAT at the checkout...</span></span><br />
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<span style="font-size: normal;"><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">And best of all, there is no minimum spend! Have fun ladies.. I'm off bridesmaid dress shopping so I have to be good :'( </span></span><br />
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<span style="font-size: normal;"><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">Felicity</span></span><br />
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<span style="font-size: normal;"><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">I am completely new to bodycon and if someone had suggested to me 5 years ago to wear it I would have told them where to go. I always thought that bodycon actually meant "Body Conscious" and was corrected at Plus North that it means Body Confidence by a group of lovely bloggers and I felt like such an idiot! </span></span><br />
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<span style="font-size: normal;"><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">I'm like a walking advert for New Look! In all honesty I was panicking about what to wear to Plus North so found everything I needed in one go. I love putting outfits together in a shop - it's so much fun! Both the dress and the jacket are available up to a size 18 and the dress comes in either a mini style or midi if you'd like it that little bit longer. I'd say that a size 20 would easily fit into the dress, but the jacket is kind of snug - I can just about do it up.</span></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: normal;"><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">At Plus North, my necklace was commented on a lot which made me feel really great about myself and although I don't think I would wear a bodycon dress without some sort of jacket over the top just yet, I have since ordered 2 more bodycon dresses that will be arriving in the next few days. They are sure to make an appearance on the blog soon!</span></span></div>
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Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16978137295334059034noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7910377891096691916.post-62414670950048583092013-09-17T11:30:00.004-07:002013-09-17T11:33:50.339-07:00The warped view we have of ourselves...<span style="font-size: normal;"><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;"> I was reading my daily dose of fashion blogs when I stumbled across Betty Pamper from <a href="http://pamperandcurves.blogspot.co.uk/">Pamper and Curves</a> most recent blog update - "Are you size wise". I found this post very intriguing because it explained about a new tool that the brand <a href="http://www.marisota.co.uk/shop/page?pageId=7758&cm_sp=FSP%20SS13%20Freeformat-_-Marisota%20World-_-Size%20Wise">Marisota</a> had released to see the difference in what we think we are and what we really are.</span></span><br />
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<span style="font-size: normal;"><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">I thought I would give this tool a go. Before I started, I had to choose a body size that I thought best represented me. Easy so far. You aren't asked what "shape" you think you are, however for years I have assumed that I am an apple and at high risk of heart problems etc which if I'm honest has been worrying me...</span></span><br />
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<span style="font-size: normal;"><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">Once I had clicked on the body size that I thought I was, the tool then asked me for my measurements. I have these to hand as I have been measuring these for the last few months since I started spinning. I don't mind sharing these with you - I am currently a 42, 37, 47. My ass has actually come down from 50 inches since I started spinning.</span></span><br />
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<span style="font-size: normal;"><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">Once the tool calculates your measurements, it then loads a screen which shows you what your actual size is compared to what you thought you were. I over-estimated my size by 17.5%!!! That is how warped my view of my own body is.... the one that I look at in the mirror daily. <a href="http://pamperandcurves.blogspot.co.uk/2013/09/are-you-size-wise.html">Betty Pamper</a> also over estimated the size she was too by over 22%. I am prepared to bet that 85% of women would over estimate how big they think they are. </span></span><br />
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<span style="font-size: normal;"><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">This tool also told me that I am a pear shape. I guess from looking at my measurements that does make sense but I have never considered myself as a pear. I have chubby love handles and back fat and I've never really considered my ass to be that big before... up until now!</span></span><br />
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<span style="font-size: normal;"><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">Why don't you have a go and see what you come up with by <a href="http://www.marisota.co.uk/shop/page?pageId=7758&cm_sp=FSP%20SS13%20Freeformat-_-Marisota%20World-_-Size%20Wise">clicking here</a>... I'd be interested to know your results! </span></span>Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16978137295334059034noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7910377891096691916.post-47625968623640884702013-09-17T00:55:00.001-07:002013-09-17T00:55:27.201-07:00I Feel Good<span style="font-size: normal;"><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">When Vicky from put a shout out that she was starting a new blog challenge I was excited to find out what it was. I am still participating in the "Style it My Way Challenge" even though I am a few weeks behind due to various reasons. Anyway, Vicky's challenge is completely different to any I have taken part in before...</span></span><br />
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<span style="font-size: normal;"><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">The problem is... the weather!!! It has been dark, raining and dreary for days now. I am a bit of a perfectionist and I also don't want to get my camera wet... so if anyone has any tips on taking pictures inside a darkish house.. I would really appreciate them!</span></span><br />
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<span style="font-size: normal;"><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">The difference between other illusion dresses and the Powerfit Dresses by Scarlett & Jo are that many of their designs include a built in mesh lining that gives support and acts as shapewear. Personally, I probably would wear more shapewear underneath the dresses because I like a really firm look to hold in my lumps and bumps. The dresses come in a number of gorgeous colours, such as purple, red, blue, leopard print and lace panelled. My favourite is the red one and I think that they would suit power dressing for work or equally be beautiful for an evening occasion.</span></span><br />
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<span style="font-size: normal;"><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">The prices for these dresses are very reasonable from £40 for the ones without the added mesh panels and £45 for the colours that includes it. From looking at how well made the Scarlett & Jo dresses are (including the black velvet style one I was sent to review) this is bang on for affordability versus quality. I would spend the extra £5 for the mesh panel unless I really wanted the leopard print version!</span></span><br />
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<span style="font-size: normal;"><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">Recently, a couple of lucky bloggers (George - <a href="http://www.fullerfigurefullerbust.com/">Fuller Figure, Fuller Bust</a> and Callie - <a href="http://www.fromthecornersofthecurve.com/">From the Corners of the Curve</a>) took part in a photoshoot to show off these dresses on real women and the results were amazing. Both girls look simply stunning in their Powerfit dresses as you will see below...</span></span><br />
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<span style="font-size: normal;"><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">These gorgeous dresses come in UK sizes 14 to 26. Isn't it lovely when we can buy decent, beautiful clothing on the high street!</span></span><br />
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<span style="font-size: normal;"><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">I am very excited about this new launch and after seeing the catwalk show of Scarlett & Jo's new collection, us plus sized girls are in for some gorgeous clothes that will be hitting selected Evans stores and the website very soon! <a href="http://www.evans.co.uk/en/evuk/category/new-in-250467/scarlett-jo-250887?bi=1&ps=24">Check out the Evans website</a> for more of the Scarlett & Jo range!</span></span>Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16978137295334059034noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7910377891096691916.post-66037855190061502262013-09-08T09:40:00.002-07:002013-09-09T07:22:48.551-07:00Plus North 2013... A night away<span style="font-size: normal;"><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">I have just returned from my first ever Plus North event which took place in the Renaissance Hotel in Manchester. We woke early on Saturday morning ready for the drive ahead of us and although it took a little time to get everything packed and sorted we eventually made our way up the motorway to Manchester. I must admit, I had booked tickets, hotel etc before we booked our wedding so I did have a slight pang of guilt that the money I had spent could have been used for our wedding. I'm such a worrier! For the day event I wore a bodycon New Look dress, brown leather jacket, ankle boots from Tesco and a sparkly statement necklace also from New Look.</span></span><br />
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<span style="font-size: normal;"><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">Anyone who knows me knows that I hate being late for anything so when we got stuck on the M6 with long delays I started to panic and ended up being around 30 minutes late - grr! When I walked into the Exhibition Hall I was greeted by the lovely Charlotte from Yours Clothing with a goodie bag and a warm welcome which was much appreciated because for some reason I was really nervous! There were clothing racks everywhere and pick a mix too! Yum! I arrived just in time for the first catwalk show which was the Simply Be catwalk. I stood next to the Yours Clothing exhibit and watched as everyone walked down the catwalk looking fabulous. </span></span><br />
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<span style="font-size: normal;"><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">Afterwards I made my way around the room anti-clockwise and approached Curvissa, Bon Prix and Lovedrobe. Every exhibitor had something that I liked on their rails but with the wedding approaching I was on a pretty strict budget and unfortunately had to window shop! Next up was the Evans stand which was really cool. I chatted to a lovely lady about my body shape as I am still undecided if I am an apple or a pear then I entered their gift card giveaway where everyone got a gift card with a value of between £5 and £100 and would only know how much it was when I took it to an Evans Store. Thankfully there is one in the Arndale centre in Manchester since our local one has closed down.</span></span><br />
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<span style="font-size: normal;"><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">I then spoke with Natalie from Scarlett and Jo, who I have spoke via e-mail but never met. She is so lovely - and had a good nosey at the Powerfit dresses from their new range which I will be blogging about later this week. I moved onto the Slink Magazine exhibit of which I had never heard of before and spoke to them about their magazine and their new boutique which was opening that day. </span></span><br />
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<span style="font-size: normal;"><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">Simply Be was next and I finally got to drool over the blogger dresses in person and a bunch of other new Autumn / Winter ranges. They also had some of their shoes on display too and they look really well made. Next up, Excite clothing. I had a look at this Exhibit in two parts as another catwalk show was about to start. The Yours Clothing catwalk show was really good because it had more winter looking outfits including lots of comfy knitted jumpers and accessories too. We had a very special treat to a Slink Boutique catwalk show straight afterwards with a mix of some really funky outfits and gorgeous eveningwear. All of the models looked amazing! </span></span><br />
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<span style="font-size: normal;"><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">The Excite Clothing stand had a lot of bodycon dresses that I liked the look of and after feeling a bit daring with wearing bodycon for the first time to the day event I made a mental note to check out their website again on my return. I could have bought some there, but was being good for a change. Growing up sucks! The Topsy Curvy stand was next; another brand I hadn't heard of and I had a good chat with the lovely Charlotte (my apologies if I have got your name wrong!) before heading over to the other exhibition room. I didn't spend much time in this room as it was aimed at accessories and I am deadly around things like that so me and Mr FH decided to head over to the Arndale centre to have a look around since we haven't been to Manchester before. </span></span><br />
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<span style="font-size: normal;"><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">The Arndale centre is massive and you could get easily lost in the number of stores! We looked in Yours Clothing, the Lego shop (omg I could live in there!), the Disney Store and I finally found the Simply Be store!! Go me! The Simply Be store in Manchester is slightly smaller than I had imagined but it had an amazing atmosphere and the staff were all really friendly. I tried on 3 dresses and had a good play with their magic mirror. This feature is a fantastic idea! You can take a photo of yourself in your outfit and tweet/facebook it too. I tried to tweet an AX Paris dress but it wasn't connected to the Internet. I did give in and buy the navy floral print AX Paris curve dress because it was so stunning on (pictures to come soon!). We also went to the Evans store where I had won £5, but the good thing about this is it will last for 2 years so after the wedding I will keep an eye out on what I want to order.</span></span><br />
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<span style="font-size: normal;"><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">We went for dinner at the Slug and Lettuce before stepping back to the hotel to get changed for the Plus North after party. By this time a migraine had set in so I was a little nervous that I wouldn't make it. I changed into my Paper Dolls dress which has now gotten a little big for me due to spinning, so I teamed it with a cardigan in-case the straps fell down. I wore flat shoes and a bunch of gorgeous accessories. We arrived in the suite and were given a gorgeous goodie bag from Scarlett and Jo. Inside was a "Fatshion" acrylic necklace, some nail decals and some sample goodies. We all sat around the tables and listened to a performance by the gorgeous Rosie O'Sullivan who was a previous Britain's Got Talent contestant. We were then treated to a glamorous catwalk show by Scarlett and Jo featuring the new dresses and outfits all of which I want! It was a really lovely weekend meeting a bunch of bloggers - my only regret being that I didn't get enough time to chat to everyone!</span></span><br />
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<span style="font-size: normal;"><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">I have to be relatively good though - with the wedding fast approaching, I must resist temptation to spend lots on clothes for the next few months but I will allow myself one item if I really love it as I don't know when I will next get the chance to visit the store.</span></span><br />
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<span style="font-size: normal;"><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">First up, a houndstooth illusion dress with leather look trims. If I'm being honest with myself I don't think that this dress would suit me which really sucks due to my body shape. If it is in store I may try it on anyway. I like this dress because it's perfect for business meetings, not too short and uses the current trend of illusion dresses with a bit of a twist. I guess in a way it almost looks like a top and a pencil skirt.</span></span><br />
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<span style="font-size: normal;"><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">I know that I should really be varying my wardrobe a bit as all I seem to buy lately are dresses but I love the way they make you feel that bit more feminine. I don't feel the same when I am wearing jeans. My second pick is another dress, this time one that I would team with knee boots if I can ever find a pair that fits!</span></span><br />
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<span style="font-size: normal;"><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">This lace trim folk dress is perfect for this season with colours that really work for Autumn yet it has that added elegance of the lace trim to make it look that bit sexier. At only £40 it's a bit of a steal too and I can't wait to try it on. It is on the Simply Be website in sizes 12 to 32 (although the 26 is out of stock at the moment).</span></span><br />
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<span style="font-size: normal;"><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">I was torn between my final pick - there are some gorgeous Lovedrobe dresses now available on the Simply Be website but after seeing Cass from Plump Parsnip in this final dress I really do think it is beautiful. The Anna Scholz Print Peplum dress is a mix of colours in a blurred floral print and although I don't normally do peplum I'm keen to give it a try! This dress is £75 so a bit more expensive however I have heard great things about Anna Scholz so I think that it would be worth the money. It is also available in sizes 14 to 32.</span></span><br />
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<li><span style="font-size: normal;"><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;"><b>Dress</b> - Check... First thing I thought of to be honest!</span></span></li>
<li><span style="font-size: normal;"><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;"><b>Shoes</b> - Eeek no, but will be going to look for some in next few weeks</span></span></li>
<li><span style="font-size: normal;"><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;"><b>Tiara</b> - Made one, but not 100% sure I want to wear it</span></span></li>
<li><span style="font-size: normal;"><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;"><b>Jewellery</b> - Not really sorted yet.</span></span></li>
<li><span style="font-size: normal;"><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;"><b>Bridesmaid Dress </b>- Not yet!</span></span></li>
<li><span style="font-size: normal;"><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;"><b>Flowers</b> - Where do I start?</span></span></li>
<li><span style="font-size: normal;"><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;"><b>Photographer</b> - Chosen one just need to pay her deposit</span></span></li>
<li><span style="font-size: normal;"><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;"><b>Groom's Suit </b>- He can sort that one!</span></span></li>
<li><span style="font-size: normal;"><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;"><b>Ties to match bridesmaid dress</b> - to do</span></span></li>
<li><span style="font-size: normal;"><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;"><b>Little suit for my stepson</b> - waiting until December in case he grows</span></span></li>
<li><span style="font-size: normal;"><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;"><b>Wedding Rings</b> - Not yet</span></span></li>
<li><span style="font-size: normal;"><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;"><b>Cake</b> - I know what I want, but I haven't asked around for prices yet</span></span></li>
<li><span style="font-size: normal;"><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;"><b>Registrar booked</b> - Provisionally...</span></span></li>
<li><span style="font-size: normal;"><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;"><b>Menu for wedding breakfast</b> - Chosen 3 choices</span></span></li>
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<span style="font-size: normal;"><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">I am sure I have forgotten something really important off this list... so if you notice anything, please let me know as I feel a little "all over the place" at the moment... Anyway I just wanted to let you know normal service will resume asap and of course we have plus north next weekend I am really excited about that apart from the long drive!</span></span><br />
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