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Here is my Hips Don't Lie/Toddler look. I love these hareem pants from ASOS. They're jersey, so really comfy- it's like wearing pyjamas to work (it can sort of look that way too though!) I wore this get-up with my black spangly Toms.

What are your thoughts on Hareem Pants on big girls? They clearly accentuate my hips and thighs, but there's something quite liberating about tucking my tops in to pants nowadays. I used to always be on the hunt for longline tops to hide my bum and hips but with age, I'm starting realise that life is way too short for one 'look' and a million hang-ups!

Black Tee: ASOS - UK Size 18

Black and White Heartprint Hareem Pants: ASOS - UK Size 22

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I'm loving the new Dolce & Gabbana inspired star print popping up everywhere this season. I nabbed this cute pussybow dress from Tesco a few weeks back. It's so easy to just throw on with some leggings and a pair of boots for quite a formal work outfit.

The angle of the photos I took don't really do the dress justice, so I've added a picture from the website to give you a better idea of how lovely the dress is!

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Over the past couple of months I have been loving this deep red/wine colour, I've got tops, trousers, undies, socks...you name it, I have it in this colour! There's a lady at work that always happens to point out when I'm wearing this colour too which is almost a daily occurance- embarassing! What I don't have though are a pair of boots- particularly in an oxblood colour leather (I've looked EV-REE-WHERRRRRRE!).

I've also had to sacrifice the usual urban photos for something more...uhhhm....homely! So I have for the past couple of days been snapping away before I leave the house to get to work.

What colours are you all loving this season?

 

Wine Coloured Chinos (with belt): Dorothy Perkins (UK Size 22)

Polka Dot Top: H&M (UK Size XL)

If you're interested to know what I wore on my feet, I went for my black glitter toms.

GUESS WHO'S BACK, BACK AGAIN, MELLYS BACK, TELL A FRIEND!

Hey y'all! Wow it's been a long time! In between work, play time and other boring chairing commitments I have, I seem to have got lost and forgotten about my blog. I haven't been taking many pictures even though I finally got my new camera mainly due to the fact I am embarrassed by the current state of my bedroom and it being the only place I can set up my camera on self timer. I guess I need to figure something out though because I have done nothing but shop so have so many clothes to showcase!

Here's an outfit from a while back when we had some nice weather in London:

Maxi Dress: Dorothy Perkins (UK Size 22)

Denim Jacket: H&M (UK Size XL)

Gladiator Sandals: Evans (UK Size 8 E)

Brown Leather Belt: Dorothy Perkins (UK Size XL)

Hopefully I can start posting a bit more regularly again! Thanks for sticking with me folks! xxx

OOTD

My mobile phone has been playing up the last few weeks. I actually took this photo a couple of weeks ago before it was wiped off my phone before I had the chance to upload it. It miraculously came back yesterday so here we are:

Navy Hareem Pants: Evans (UK Size 22)

White Tee: New Look (UK Size 22)

Denim Jacket: H&M (UK Size 22)

Gold Shoes: Toms (UK Size 9)

I had a great outfit on today for the boiling hot weather (31 Celsius near me in London) but alas I forgot to take a picture! (sad face)

I should be getting a new camera soon so i hope to start taking a lot more pics! Also, my new job requires me to dress smart/casual so I will have to say goodbye to my beloved jeggings and jeans till the weekends! I don't quite know how to grasp the whole smart/casual thing so ideas and inspiration is greatly welcomed!

OOTD: JOB INTERVIEW GET UP

The de-lovely Laura of The Blog of Worldly Delights recently posted this where she mentioned having to dress accordingly for a new job.

I went for a job interview today and STRUGGLED to think of what to wear. I hate suits. I feel like my aura cannot shine through a boring suit but I was quite pleased with what I managed to piece together! I have to apologise for the half body shots- my mum has what I would put politely as, little photographic flair!

Black Linen Trousers: True F&F @ Tesco (UK Size 22)

Pussybow Bird Blouse: ASOS (UK Size 18)

Black Linen Jacket: Marks & Spencer (UK Size 22)

Black Shoes: Evans (UK Size 9)

Bag: ASOS

It was a huge step tucking that blouse in to my trousers- I have never done it before for fear of everyone seeing just how large my backside is but I don't care anymore! I thought I looked the part, and feel I managed to merge formal and stylish relatively well. Now here's to hoping I get the job!- Pray for me/wish me luck/think of me/send good vibes please!

 

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I'd been looking for a denim jacket for a long time, there is definitely an art to buying denim jackets. It's hard finding a jacket the right colour, length and fit on the arms. I returned around 3 or 4 jackets before settling on this one from H&M which unfortunately is a tad too snug (damn those tiny H&M sizes!) but I am more than happy with it.

This scarf is one I copied from my sister. She came in one day wearing this and I was blown away. What a great idea, giraffe print in giraffe print?! I promptly found the same scarf online and it was mine a few days later!

Leggings: Decathlon (UK Size XXL)

White Tunic/Tee: Dorothy Perkins (UK Size 18)

Denim Jacket; H&M (UK Size 22)

Giraffe Print Scarf: Ebay

Metallic Blue Trainers: Converse

Brown Satchel: ASOS

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I'm so happy that Primark have begun stocking size 20 in their stores, it would be even better if they went up higher but I will settle for things like this blouse/cover up thing fitting nicely.

I love the print of this top, it looks vintage and unique (even though thousands of others will no doubt also have it) and is perfect for a hot spring day to throw over a camisole. It's the perfect thing to wear on your way to and from going sunbathing in the park. This isn't why I wore it but the thought just came to me. I'm crazy like that!

Jeggings: TU @ Sainsburys (UK Size 22)

White Camisole: Primark (UK Size 18)

Blouse/Cover up: Primark (UK Size 20)

Gold Shoes: Toms (UK Size 9)

Burgundy Leather Bag: Diesel

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I'm suffering in this unseasonal heat at the moment so my summer hat has made an appearance. Milliseconds after this picture was taken, my camera slipped out of my boyfriends hand face first into the floor. Poor poor camera. My battery won't stay in now so I am requesting donations from my family for an upgrade for my birthday- my mum has already claimed dibs on the broken camera. So Filipino!

Crop Jeans: Evans (UK Size 22)

T-Shirt: Dorothy Perkins (UK Size 22)

Belt: Dorothy Perkins

Gold Glitter Shoes: Toms

Satchel: ASOS
Hat: F&F @ Tesco

CELEB STYLE OOTD

As I mentioned in my previous post...this particular outfit messed up the rhythm of outfits I had because the same day I posed for this picture, I found THE perfect dress! I will re-do this outfit at some point when the weather cools down.

I'm loving my denim at the moment, denim dresses, denim skirts, denim jackets, jeggings...you get the idea. So this casual look by Jessica Alba was right up my street.

Long denim Shirt/Dress/Tunic: Dorothy Perkins (UK Size 22)

Grey Leggings: Decathlon (UK Size XXL)

Black Boots: Dorothy Perkins (UK Size 9)

Navy Leather Bag: ASOS

Scarf: New Look

Sunglasses: Ebay

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"It's bin a whiiiiiile" *sings staind in country style*

So I have been laying low this week. Basically, my outfits are not going according to plan. I like to be somewhat organised in my day to day life, this means planning my outfits in advance. 

I'm in the process of putting together another CS:OOTD (Celebrity Style Outfit Of The Day) and I used one particular dress which looked fairly similar, took all the necessary pictures then went shopping the same day and found THE perfect dress so used an old giftcard to buy it. So... now I have to do the whole thing over again! Another problem I face is that it's beginning to get too hot to recreate the outfit...I don't know I may end up posting the original photo in the not-so-perfect dress, then maybe a follow up with the right dress? Yes....I think I'll do that!

Anyway, so on to this OOTD. I was reunited with an old love of my life lecturer the other night for his first stand-up comedy gig. It's been 8 years since he last taught me and 5 years since I last saw him. All my body confidence issues came flooding back as I am now 2 dress sizes bigger than I was way back then. I want to be clear that I have been with my boyfriend 4 years this year and I am blissfully happy (Hi B! -he's a lurker) but this Lecturer captivated my heart a long time ago. He was definitely my idea of Mr. Perfect and in many ways still is but I now understand that it's the smaller things that count in a relationship. 

Enough about my love life though...so anyway, I was feeling very vulnerable getting ready so decided on the safe option of jeggings and a blazer (yes, I lied about mixing up my OOTD posts!) as it's smart, but casual, says "not trying too hard" but mature. Silly me didn't take the pictures at the beginning of the night and so I apologise for the slightly intoxicated look. My make up and hair were flawless at the beginning of the evening, I had teased my hair and it was down and looking rather luscious.

Jeggings: Dorothy Perkins (UK Size 22)

Bug Print Camisole: Dorothy Perkins (UK Size 22)

Black Blazer: New Look (UK Size 22)

Burgandy Leather Bag: Diesel

Mocassins: New Look (UK Size 9)

Black Patent and Gold Belt: Dorothy Perkins (UK Size 22)

Scissor Necklace: Evans (UK Size 22)

Gold Watch: Casio

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I realise I have been wearing jeggings with a black blazer far too much- I don't even realise I'm doing it! After this outfit, I want to try not wearing jeggings or jeans for at least a week!

This outfit is one of those where I couldn't decide what to wear/couldn't really be bothered to make any effort my popping-out-to-the-shops-quickly look, hence the reason my fringe is a big, curly, un-straightened mess.

Skinny Jeans: Dorothy Perkins (UK Size 20)

Baseball Tee: New Look (UK Size 22)

Stars/Stripes Converse: ASOS (UK Size 8)

CELEB STYLE OOTD

So, a while ago when it was cold and gloomy in foggy old London town I decided I wanted to start a new feature which I have called 'Celeb style OOTD' as I couldn't think of anything original! I saw the below picture of Rachel in my magazine and ripped it out as I had everything she was wearing (except those awesome clogs) and thought she looked ace. Now that Spring is upon us I can begin wearing the other half of my wardrobe! Rachel Bilson is definitely someone who's style I love and no doubt I will do another CS:OOTD (oooooh I just abbreviated it!) featuring her.

Boyfriend Jeans: ASOS (UK Size 22)

Burnout White Tee: Dorothy Perkins (UK Size 22)

Black Blazer: Dorothy Perkins (UK Size 22)

Red Leather Handbag: ASOS

Tan Pumps: Dorothy Perkins (UK Size 9)

Wayfarer Sunglasses: Ebay purchase

UNCANNY RIGHT???? I wish! Not bad though!

OOTD: DRESS UP YOUR DENIM CHALLENGE

The gorgeous Dee of The Merry Traveller is hosting a challenge to dress up your denim pants/bottoms/skirts. I opted for this little number to go and meet with friends and watch my boyfriend drum at a jam night which was pretty exciting as I haven't seen him play in almost 3 years and he still knocks my socks off!
I went for these acidy wash type of jeans with a black blazer and lots of gold..gold shoes, gold watch, gold earrings, gold rings...you get the idea!

Jeans: Dorothy Perkins (UK Size 20)

White Camisole: ASOS (UK Size 22)

White Tee: ASOS (UK Size 18)

Blazer: Dorothy Perkins (UK Size 22)

Bag: ASOS

Shoes: Toms (UK Size 9)

Scissor Necklace: Evans

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This weekend I was supposed to meet with friends for when it got cancelled at literally the last minute. I was going for a slightly-smart/casual look and thank God I didn't doll up as my boyfriend and I ended up going to KFC to save a few £££.

In other news, the weather is starting to get warmer now in London which is great as it means I can start wearing the other half of my wardrobe. I even found a straw trilby that fits my ginormous head the other day so I'm quite looking forward to the warmer weather.

Indigo Jeggings: Dorothy Perkins (UK Size 22)

Black Camisole: ASOS (UK Size 22)

Grey Tee: ASOS (UK Size 18)

Black Jacket: New Look (UK Size 22)

Converse: ASOS (UK Size 8)

Satchel: ASOS

Leopard Print Scarf: ASOS

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This photo makes me LOL! The black leggings ruin this outfit, and I didn't realise till I got home! Oh well- lessons learnt! I'm thinking grey leggings would have looked a lot better? Looking again, maybe it's the cardigan? I have no idea!

Skirt: Dorothy Perkins (UK Size 22)

Black Leggings: Decathlon (UK Size XXL)

Red Top (hidden): Dorothy Perkins (UK Size 18)

Red Cardigan: F&F @ Tesco (UK Size 20)

Converse: ASOS

Brown Belt: Dorothy Perkins (UK Size XL)

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I bought this skirt ages ago but only just got round to wearing it. I love the skirt but something about wearing leopard print freaks me out. I associate it with sexiness and 'sexy' isn't a look I actively try to create. To be honest though I felt pretty damn sexy in my leopard print that I had to pair it with sexy leather hence the jacket and boots.

Leopard Print Skirt: ASOS (UK Size 22)

Black Leggings: Decathlon (UK Size XXL)

Black Tank: Dorothy Perkins (UK Size 20)

Leather Jacket: ASOS (UK Size 22)

Black Boots: Debenhams (UK Size 9)

Gold Scissor Necklace: Evans

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This photo originally looked pretty bad. My faced looked pale and weird. I think my skin got washed out by my bright pink lippy and floral scarf. I tried a few new filters and I'm happy with the results- think I could be on to a new style here.

Denim Mini Skirt: South (UK Size 22)

Grey Leggings: Evans (UK Size 22)

White Tee: ASOS (UK Size 18)

Cardigan: Dorothy Perkins (UK Size 22)

Blue Metallic Hi-Tops: Converse (UK size 8)

Tan Satchel: ASOS

Floral Scarf: Primark

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I have had the biggest complex with the arms I inherited from my grandma for as long as I can remember. We both have these huge chunky arms. Not only are they disproportionately chunky, I've had psoriasis since I was 15 and it has got worse as I have got older. What started out as a few small patches has turned in to big patches on my elbows, ankles, knees and now my forearms so to say I am shy getting my arms and legs out is an understatement! 

Being a fatshion blogger has given me a confidence I always knew I had but suppressed for many years. I'm not shy to try new things now, and when I want to wear something- I will wear it! I expect to get funny looks or people talking smack about me but you know what...I no longer care so much what people think. Being fat doesn't stop me doing or wearing things slimmer people can so why should I feel any different? This whole 'Fat Acceptance' thing has changed my life. I love me even with my fat upper arms which are patched with psoriaisis (sorry that sounds really gross!) and so do my family and friends so screw anyone who doesn't- I don't care! Yeeeehaw!

Jeggings: Dorothy Perkins (UK Size 22)

Blouse: New Look (UK Size 22)

Cardigan: Dorothy Perkins (UK Size 22)

Laceless Brogues: New Look (UK Size 9)

Tan Satchel: ASOS

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I seem to be on a bit of an OOTD roll this week. I'm making up for lost time I guess. I'm getting more and more brave with my outfit choices. This is a skirt I have had forever, but never wore as I couldn't quite match it with anything and felt a bit concious wearing it. Well...I think this top looks pretty ace with it. You can't really tell from the photo but it's basically a thin cord skirt with little orange flowers. 

You'll see I'm also debuting my ombre hair...more on that another day!

Skirt: Dorothy Perkins (UK Size 20)

Top: New Look (UK Size 22)

Black Stirrup Leggings: Papaya @ Matalan (UK Size 18)

Laceless Brogues: New Look (UK Size 9)

Scissors Necklace: Evans