You have probably noticed I am someone who wears a much black of plain clothes but I do love a good Wednesday Addams dress and this old Scarlett & Jo Bead Collar dress is perfection. I am wearing a size 26 but could easily have sized down to a 24. Sadly it is no longer available but keep an eye on ebay for one.

I have been wanting this Sourpuss bag for a while but it sold out fast. When I saw it was back in stock I ordered it super fast from Beadasaurus. It has since sold out again but hopefully it will be back soon. I am really pleased with the quality and the shoulder straps are just long enough to fit over my fat arms even with my coat on. I hate when bag straps are too small. It only takes and extra inch or two to make a difference!

These shoes were from Everything5Pounds a while ago and they are very comfortable. It is always worth checking them out for plus size clothes too.

My outfit would not be complete without a pair of glassesporn and these are by LindseyLoweEyewear. They are from the USA and are printed with glow in the dark Spirit Board Letter. These glasses are pretty unique and always make an impression. The website is down just now but should be back soon.

I just realised nothing from this outfit is available to buy at the moment but hopefully it inspires you with my spooky styling!

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!

I recently did a review of a very similar peplum polka dot dress also from Bonmarche HERE and it a photo was used on their Facebook page along with 3 other blogger to show how the same dress looks on different sizes/shapes of bodies. As usual there were a few negative comments but some of these were really horrible. I was shocked at how horrid some people can be especially since it is was from a place where most of the followers are over 40 and really should know better. It seems like the younger generation actually have a better understanding of acceptance than the older generations. I am actually quite glad about this as it shows progress and learning from the previous generations misunderstandings and or ideas.

This is of course no fault of Bonmarche who are trying to expand their appeal and involving younger bloggers in their online presence which I for one think is brilliant! What fat person does not want another place to be able to buy quality clothes that fit?!

One of the comments mentioned about looking in the mirror side on before posting pictures of lumps and bumps. This person obviously has no idea what bloggers do or are about. I more than most am aware of what my body looks like 360 degrees form various photo shoots I have done on my journey of self love/acceptance and body positivity.

 I bought this dress because I loved the quality and fit of the one I had reviewed and cannot pass up a polka dot dress! This one has a wrap around effect top which is lined so no bra showing through and lovely side detail which my blurry pic has not picked up. Sorry about that! Longer sleeves on this one and a great length for my 5'4'' frame. I just love this dress! it is stretchy and comfortable and thick enough for these not so warm days. If you have not seen the Bonmarche range then head over now for a look HERE.

I am fat and proud and love my lumps and bumps which include my boobs, belly and bum and everything else. I feel glam as hell in this and think I look pretty damn good! Love yourself and what anyone else has to say about you and your body has very little to no difference in how you feel. Much love to all the body positive people who read this blog and support out Rad Fat Community.