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• Banned Vanity Retro Dress

  

  This is a fabulous and quirky rockabilly dress by Banned Apparel, the "vanity plus dress", i give my full thoughts below. I saw a lady in one of the faceboo... Read more

  Posted on 11 June 2017 FASHION, LIFESTYLE

• Why the Health Concern Trolls Can Kiss My Fat Ass

  We, and the first person is used intentionally, are not allowed to have fat as part of our identity, yet at every turn; we are reminded that we are fat. Every... Read more

  Posted on 01 June 2017 FASHION, LIFESTYLE

• Lindy Bop Marlene Riviera Swing Dress

  

  When i think Riviera i think of rugged cliffs, turquoise coves and pastel seaside towns and this dress encapsulates all of this with some added floral. The... Read more

  Posted on 23 May 2017 FASHION, LIFESTYLE

• Where Did the Role Models Go?

  

  Dawn French: Pauline Quirke: I wrote the above blog back in 2012 - 5 years ago and think i need to revisit it. A lot has happened in those 5 years, more and mor... Read more

  Posted on 20 May 2017 FASHION, LIFESTYLE

• Brand Spotlight: City Chic Clothing

  

  City Chic isn't that new a brand to us, they have been in Australia for a while, but only became available in the UK via Evans (limited pieces of swimwear and... Read more

  Posted on 09 May 2017 FASHION, LIFESTYLE

• Love the Sales - Dorthy Perkins

  

  I love a good bargain, but it can be a bit hard to keep track of who is having a sale, and when sale season approaches, my inbox becomes a battleground of... Read more

  Posted on 06 May 2017 FASHION, LIFESTYLE

• Vintage Day Out: Kew Gardens

  

  A few weeks ago i was lucky enough to get invited to Kew Gardens for a vintage day out. The fabulous Rhina works at Kew and had organised to show some ladies... Read more

  Posted on 28 April 2017 FASHION, LIFESTYLE

• Ghosting in Dating - How to Deal with It

  

  So i've just been ghosted. It's not the first time and I'm sure it won't be the last time, but I wanted to share with you how this felt and how I dealt with... Read more

  Posted on 19 April 2017 FASHION, LIFESTYLE

• Style XL Awards 2017

  

  After the mess that was the Plus Size Awards the amazing Leah stepped in and organised an event that really was for the community. Here is about my day... I... Read more

  Posted on 16 April 2017 FASHION, LIFESTYLE

• Quiz Clothing Does Plus Size

  

  There's a new plus size retailer on the block and i'm here to give you my thoughts... I was kindly given the chance to pick a piece from the collection to... Read more

  Posted on 01 April 2017 FASHION, LIFESTYLE

• US Beauty Buys

  

  I've recently come back from two weeks in the US. I spent 6 days in Denver for a work conference and then 5 days in Portland. I was meant to go to Vegas but... Read more

  Posted on 27 March 2017 FASHION, LIFESTYLE

• Fat Work Wear Style Round Up: 17

  

  Dolly and Dotty 'Cindy' Polka Dot Vintage Dress in Peacock Blue My wardrobe doesn't have a lot of green in it, but this forest green dress (they call it peacoc... Read more

  Posted on 13 March 2017 FASHION, LIFESTYLE

• London Edge: Feb 2017

  

  London Edge was upon us again, an event that brings together the best of alternative fashion and showcases the upcoming S/S collections. This is my 3rd time... Read more

  Posted on 26 February 2017 FASHION, LIFESTYLE

• Photo Favourite 36

  

  Well i took a long break from doing this post but i love sharing what outfits and people have been inspiring me so hopefully i'll be better at doing it this... Read more

  Posted on 15 February 2017 FASHION, LIFESTYLE

• Fat Work Wear Style Round Up: 16

  

  Joanie Clothing Gigi Scallop Stripe Dress This was one of my first purchases from Joanie Clothing, a brand i have come to really adore. This is a simple and... Read more

  Posted on 11 February 2017 FASHION, LIFESTYLE

• New Look Curves Underwear Review

  

  New Look have really upped their Plus Size Lingerie offering, here are my thoughts on a few pieces I've had this post in my drafts for a while and i'm only... Read more

  Posted on 04 February 2017 FASHION, LIFESTYLE

• River Island Plus Size: First Thoughts

  

  River Island launched their plus collection last year and i finally got my hands on some pieces I remember seeing pictures of this dress on the catwalk at... Read more

  Posted on 30 January 2017 FASHION, LIFESTYLE

• What to Do in Seattle for Two Days

  

  I was staying at Hotel 5 in downtown Seattle, picked for it's proximity to all the main tourist attractions (you can walk to the space needle in about 15... Read more

  Posted on 26 January 2017 FASHION, LIFESTYLE

• My Favourite Outfits of 2016

  

  Things have been a bit quiet on the blog the last few months and in general 2016 has been the year my blog took a back seat - i have been travelling loads... Read more

  Posted on 30 December 2016 FASHION, LIFESTYLE

• 2016 Christmas Outfits

  

  It is that time of year again to dust off the festive dresses and showcase them.... Hell Bunny Noelle dress This is quite possibly and always will be the... Read more

  Posted on 27 December 2016 FASHION, LIFESTYLE