I'm very sorry if some of the stuff on here is no longer available.... I didn't realise I hadn't posted it yet! Hopefully there are different versions of most things or Asos have them in stock now they sell selected Simply Be pieces :)
Simply Be are so much better than they used to be. Their efforts to be fashion forward were always spoilt by the fact that trendy stuff often only went up to a size 24 or 24 (which is stupid for a plus size retailer like them!), but increasingly I'm finding stuff that actually goes above the more standard plus sizes, and I'm really happy about it!
Here are a few things I've learned about Puffer coats......
1) They're almost always black
2) They come in different styles, but always in black
3) They rarely have a waist, and they're always black
4) Sometimes they're cool, asymmetric cuts with cool necks, but either have no waist, don't go above a size 22, or are still. bloody. black!
5) If they're not black and go above a 22, they're frumpy and muted colours like burgundy, navy, grey etc.
I have a black puffer from Asos which is a classic banger. A ride or die kinda coat. Here's the thing though, I don't always wanna wear black coats! Sometimes I've got a black outfit on and want a pop of colour! I had a beautiful white one but hey, me and white clothes are a genuine disaster, so I sold that one (which broke my heart!) and have been looking for a replacement for ages.
Cute hood!
So obviously what I'm saying is that I wanted a more interesting damn puffer! This one wasn't cheap, but also not too bad considering the quality (and you KNOW Miss Parsnips used a discount code!).
I sized up and I think that's a good move. I can get this over a jumper easily and it's really comfy. I've got the sash belt tied here but it actually has a nice shape when it's just loose to.
So let's talk practicality! It's kinda genius. High neck and large hood. super warm. not too loose around the wrists. So warm!
The fastenings are rose gold. MADE FOR ME MUCH?!
The pockets are lined with faux fur......
And so is the neck! How have I never experienced this in other winter coats? It's genuinely genius, so soft and warm!
I reviewed the black 24/7 jeans a while back and was annoyed that they didn't have the blue ones in long length. Finally they're here!
I wanted a looser fit than the black ones I had (size 26) because let's face it. I spend most of my go damn life in my flat nowadays and I just want to be extremely comfy at all times. I also wanna be able to sit cross legged, so I ordered size 26 and 28. These have a bit of firmness so I kept the 28, even though they're a bit loose. again comfort is key!
I don't think they're particularly flattering on me but I just needed some jeans that I can be super comfy in and walk easily in! Skinny jeans are great but they can feel so restrictive when I'm trying to walk .... tiny strides are not the one! I have to wear these with a belt really.
Oddly this colour were a better fit in the 26. I prefer the fabric too.
They honestly made me feel like I was in the 20s again. In fact I wore them with a cropped cardi and my partner said I looked very 90s (in a good way!). Nostalgic and comfortable. Love it!
Wide, but not extremely wide!
Also long enough to touch the floor even when I wear boots!
These are my favourties. Sadly the other colours don't fit as well or look as good (I have of course tried them!), but these are soooo comfy. I think they look pretty smart too. A bit wide than the others I got.
The 26 fitted but I didn't like how close they were around my belly so I kept the 28.
The waist band is sturdy enough to keep them up really well. Love these jeans!
Meh. The belt is too small for the jeans. Size 26. Not fussed about these really.
The wiast detailing is nice but the jeans themselves are very similar to the many pairs of asos curve jeans I already own, so I sent them back.
Love it! So happy to have been able to get this cut of dress in jersey fabric!
Size 26, super comfy.
It's tighter on the hips than the bust and shoulders, so if you're pear shaped you might not like this style. If you're and inverted triangle you will love it!
Love this. Size 24. Off fabric really but it looks so cute!
I just find it hard to find tops that have long sleeves and are long enough to cover my belly, without being so long that it looks frumpy or like a smock / dress! The added bonus of these tops is that they also nip in at the waist for a more hourglass look.
I have shown you this dress in a different fabric. I did what I said I would and sold the other one (as wasn't keep on the print) and replaced it with this version. Just as soft and comfy, a more cass-style print!
Ergh these are so nice to wear - really they feel amazing on!
I love how they gather under the bust and give a great shape.
So not long after I got the floral one Simply Be released this version. THE SWINES! Emerald green leopard print? Well I had to bloody have it didn't I?!
See what I mean about the boobs? I think they look rather fetching.... unlike my socks!
Got this for bumming about on Valentines day. It's not very soft but it's kinda cute. I liked the print but apart from that it's nothing to write home about really.
Now some stuff that went back!
This is okay, but nothing special really..... not for £45 anyway! Stretchy but a bit gapey. I've got much nicer denim dresses from simply be so this one didn't tickle my fancy.
Look.... I just don't know why retailers like to make denim jumpsuits in non-stretch denim?! It ensures that it will only fit a hand full of people properly and it's not comfy! It's even more baffling when the dress in exactly the same cut is bloody stretch?! WHY?!
Also, this is 2 sizes bigger than I usually wear from simply be and it's still tight. Short in the body and tight on the belly. Definitely not for me or my body shape!
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