You don't have to spend lots of money on something new for that Christmas party. You can buy something new to you! Ebay is my go to for everything really. I picked up this old Anna Scholtz for Simply Be dress that still had the tags on for £15! Total bargain. It has sequin bird detail and is pleated plisse fabric in black which is something I have very little of in my wardrobe.

Plisse is a great fabric and there seems to be quite a bit of it about for Winter. The pleats mean it has good stretch but also hugs areas well and falls nicely.

This is a size 28 and fits well. I need it for the bust. I like how it falls just below my knee but would be shorter on anyone taller. (5'3'') I have adding some gold accessories to create a simple but pretty Party look. Now who wants to PARTY!!!!!

Party season is upon us and it seamed only right to start it off a bang! This Simply Be Startburst Glitter Velour top from the Partywear Range is perfect for any night on the town or party. I ordered the size 30 for an oversized look but it is smaller than I expected so this size actually fits me well. There are matching leggings available for a bold look.

It is glitter on the fabric so there is a lot of fallout to start. I styled it with some old wet look leggings and love this look. I love velvet/velour and this time of year is perfect for it. This top has a small opening with button at the back of the neck but I was able to just slip it on over my head. I could have added a belt for more detail but liked the loose fit for this look.

The silver glitter on the black is a great contrast and really sparkles! I think if it had been multi coloured glitter it may have been too much but this is a classy look. There are matching Starburst Glitter Velour leggings available HERE for the complete look.

I wore this to go to a kids party last week. I have worn this combo before but did not get photos so here it is! It was an overcast day which was warm in the sun but cold in the shade and I knew I would be outside most of the day so opted for a cardi.

This cardi is by Voodoo Vixen and I got it from Simply Be with a discount code a while ago. It is a size 4xl. I find their cardis to gave extra long sleeves. It has a seahorse design on it.  I like this style of cardi as most I do not fasten as the buttons just gape unless it is an oversized style. This tie is nice because it is secure ans doesn't flap about in a breeze. Sadly the 4x dresses are far too small for my size 26/28 body. I hope they extend their sizes in the future as their prints are all so bloody cute!

This dress is a lollidot Scarlett & Jo dress with sweetheart neckline (my fave) in navy with small dots. I have worn this dress quite a few times now and only now getting around to blog about it. All the S&J jersey dresses are my everyday go to dresses. I wear them all the time because they look smart but are comfortable and easy to wear. They also was really well and don't need ironed! If you don't know my love for S&J dresses by now you have not been paying attention!

Another Exclusive Scarlett & Jo review for you all with this Flower Print and Collar beauty! This is another sample size 24 and fits my 26 body fine and more importantly it fits my bust! This dress has a crossover bust that is stitched in place so NO gaping! NO pinning needed! Such a simple detail but makes all the difference.

The collar detail at the neck and cuffs make this dress stand out as something a little bit special and the vintage print is very pretty with red, blue and green flower details. It has a true vintage look but made in a comfortable light jersey fabric with a mini tie at the back in black to match the collar and cuffs.

I love all things retro and this dress really ticks all the boxes for me. I have styled it quite glam with sequin fascinator and glitter pumps but I can also see me wearing this as an everyday dress. I like to get the most wear out of my clothes and try not to keep things for only special occasions. I put on a Scarlett & Jo dress and can take on the world with a smile knowing I look great in everything I have from them!

Stay tuned for another 2 Exclusives from the Flower Print Collection and a few more S&J pieces I bought recently!

This is the second of my Scarlett & Jo New Collection. I was sent size 24 as this is a sample and was told that they are sized large. I did not hold out much hope of this fitting me but here it is on my size 26 body and it feels great. The bust has a shaped under seam which comes up in the middle to mirror the V neckline. I would not have a hope of this style fitting my bust in any other brand without sizing up a few times!

I love how it fits my bust and the this new style is just lovely. As with most of the jersey dresses it has a tie at the back and small shoulder pads. These seem to be a little longer and the jersey is thinner with lots of stretch and very comfortable. All the styles from this floral collection are great work or party dresses. So easy to go from a day in the office to a night on the town.

The skirt is full and has little pleats below the bust to add swish! I love a good swishhhh! The thinner material makes these lovely for summer and with the 3/4 sleeves will work for Autumn/winter too. I love floral prints and this has the cutest little daisies and other flowers. It looks like a print my Mum would have worn when I was very young. I love that.

Scarlett & Jo are brilliant at taking classic vintage styles that would not have been available to larger sizes and making them fit comfortably and stylishly on the curvy body. Look out for my other posts soon featuring more of this New Collection!

Sorry but not the best lighting for these photos even using my light boxes. I am no pro so sometimes it works and sometimes it doesn't. Anyways check me out in this dress! Yes it is another Scarlett & Jo Velvet. I told you I was going to get them all so expect more posts about them.

This is the Midnight Midi with crossover bust. I just love a sweetheart neckline and the these Velvet dresses feel amazing on your body. I just added a couple of little brooches, black shoes (I am on the hunt for navy) a glitter Domino bag, faux fur stole and as always a pair of Desperate Beatnik earrings to complete the look. It is classy and elegant and oh so comfortable. I am wearing a size 26 and it fits perfectly. I also got the black and ruby version!

This is a dress that is fitted to your curves and hugs my belly and if you want a looser fit just size up or if you want it tighter size down and you will still look as fabulous and feel just as comfortable.

I wore this outfit with leggings and brogues to some friends Wedding reception with weekend and felt glam and very comfortable.

This post is another Budget Bridal post in the run up to my wedding next Summer. I wanted to share with you what is available to the large and short lady with a range of styles for under £200!


It has been a while since I have done a Budget Bridal post but I will try to be better in 2016. This outfit is actually a dress and skirt. The dress is a little short to be a bridal outfit on its own but as a top with this tutu I think it makes a lovely combination. I am wearing totally the wrong colour bra for this but try to ignore it and focus on the lace and sparkle of the Star brooch.