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Friday, 4 June 2021

Sneaky ASOS Curve haul

 I caved and tried some stuff from Asos Curve again. 

It's been raining all day, so it seems sensible to start with a vinyl rain coat!


I always wanted this coat! I tried this last year in a 26 and it was too big for me. I ended up keeping the fabulous mint green vinyl coat with faux fur collar because it's lined and good for the cold wet weather, but I never forgot this one. 


This is much better suited tothe mad weather we currently have - pissing it down but very warm and balmy. It's thin vinyl, generously sized (this is the size 24 fyi) and has popper and a belt to fasten it.


Okay so I can see why people said this is like a vinyl tablecloth because that's what the fabric feels like, but I don't really care about such things. I just want something thin that will stop me getting soaked when it's raining and fits over clothing easily, which is precisely what this is!


It's lack of a hood is a bit annoying but I normally use an umbrella anyway as hoods so often blow down. 


I just didn't like the fabric on this cardi. Also the buttons gape like mad even though it's not particularly tight. 


The other thing to mention is that the buttons are stars, which is cute, but they're pretty spiky - I knew they'd scratch me and snag everything they came into contact with. Shame because it's definitely cute!


It's awesome. I loved it.

Okay so it looks a bit like a dressing gown but who cares?! It's ace. Size 22 because daisy street faux furs are very oversized so I size down lots. Big poppers, big pockets.



Great fit, super snuggley, good length and a total bargain. Very similar cut to my elvie blue faux fur but with less structured shoulders. 


I REALLY wanted to keep this one but.....


Dammit! Moon and stars! It seems to be sold out now (sorry for the delay in posting!) but it's so oversized that it's sure to come back in stock soon.... maybe


Poppers again, and I'm planning to add an extra one so it does up higher and keeps my neck warm.


Still soft, still oversized in a 22 still awesome! It was so hard to send the purple one back (and honestly if it's still available after payday and still on sale I might have to get it again!) But this one just gave me the feels even more. The colours are just so fun!


I got the 26 and it was huge! Alas currently sold out, but I feel the same as I did about the faux fur. Will surely have returns due to sizing.


Ended up with a 22. It's generous cut and soft crinkle fabric - a favorite of mine during the summer months.


It's super light and comfy and has lovely wide legs. It's going to be perfect for the inevitable heatwave we get sometimes before summer!


Size 26. Not a great shape on me. Slightly crinkley thin fabric that doesn't stretch but feels flexible.


I like the top but not the bottom. And to be honest the print doesn't feel very 'me'!


Size 26. This is a pretty cute dress but I just don't need another black dress..... in fact I'm soon to list a bunch of black dresses on ebay because I have too many and I often put them on and think "meh, plain black just doesn't make me pop now my hair isn't red"


But if you want a bargain LBD then this is a good one. Its thin shell like fabric with a bit of give. The arms aren't very generous (very typical of new look curve). It didn't feel particularly static but its the sort of fabric that can be, so bare that in mind!


Another one of those moments when I know I don't need something but I still want to try it on! Me and plisse don't get on too well because its so static and clingy, but that doesn't really matter when it's bodycon!


Size 24 and very comfy, gorgeous colour, perfect length and sexy deep v neck. Love the sleeves too.


But I don't need it. I sent it back but only because I have a lovely tight dark blue midi dress so I don't feel like I need another. Lush though!

Tuesday, 21 July 2020

Asos curve review 2020 #12

Today's post is about comfort!


So I tried the 24 in this dress and although I've decided it's not for me, I am sure this could be perfect for some other plus size beauties! Plus it's so cheap in the sale! I suspect that if it wasn't black then I would have kept it! very comfy thanks to the stretchy skirt and batwing sleeves



I tried the 28. Something I didn't realise when I tried the 26 was that this is very static! No good having an oversized shapeless jumpsuit if it sticks to your legs! 



Now this is more like it! This is what I wanted from an oversized jumpsuit! 


Pockets and adjustable straps. I got the 26 because jumpsuits like this have traditionally been too short for my body and sizing up helps. It's properly oversized so the 24 would have been fine. It's a soft linen and is super comfortable. Love it. Hope they make it in more colours as I suspect this will sell out very quickly indeed!


See how happy this colour makes me?!




Last but definitely not least, this city chic soft bra is awesome! My day to day bras are all city chic. I fucking hate bras that have thin backs because they roll up and cut into me. City chic don't. Anyway I never really wear non-wired as they don't give me good shape or support, but this one is cute and I think it's gonna be great to wear at home in this (frankly too bloody hot!) Weather! I normally wear a 44DD but got the 44C/D and it's totally fine.... would certainly fit bigger breasts than mine!. It's a lovely set. Oh and ps, the pants are worn over another pair of pants on the model, they don't have two layers of fabric in reality ;)



Like I said, City Chic are my boobs boo's! So I liked the coral non-wired bra and therefore figured I'd try one of their other bralettes. This one is less structured and therefore even more comfy. Love it. I got the L which says size 20, but I think it would be pretty big on 20. It's not massively tight on my back and I'm a size 24/26 on top normally (42/44 back depending on brand!), so if you have a small back then it might be worth sizing down. It's a retro fit on the boobs so unless you are very busty you should still get the Marilyn pointy look without overspill. I'm sure I don't need to explain the stickers but obviously the hearts aren't on the bra, right?! I put them on the photo to cover my nips ;)



So here is the thing, asos mistakenly put photos of the blue bralette (above!) On the listing for this cobalt bra, but I love city chic and thought I'd see what the actual bra was like. It's lush! Super soft lace, wired, non-padded bra in a stunning colour. Annoying that there aren't matching knickers but I like to mix and match anyway, so who cares?!. Great sizing. Spot on as per usual.



Scuba can be the most comfy fabric if it's not too hot. Super stretchy but allows for very cool sculptural designs. I love this dress. If it didn't highlight my double belly so much I'd certainly keep it (and wear it with a strapless bra of course!)


Always size down in scuba dresses because they're so stretchy. This is a 22 and bigger would have been too big on the top to stay up. Great on the bum. If you either don't mind lots of visible belly or have a different shape to me then this is truly a show-stopper! I don't wear shapewear because I like to be comfy, so this is just a bit too belly-in-your-face for me. If it had a pattern I defo would keep it!




Last up, I wanted something glam to flounce around the flat in. This wasn't it though sadly. Trousers are pretty cute (non stretch but comfy) and have an elasticated waist. The top however is stupidly small. Both size 26 but wouldn't hold my boobs so it's going back. If you have a smaller back or bust than me though, this outfit would definitely flounce-worthy!



Let's finish on a high note! This is a cracker of a dress. It's sort of perfect for lock-down or working from home because although on it's own, it looks pretty vampy (and I like to remind my partner just how foxy I can look sometimes) but it's also mega comfy, so I spent a lot of yesterday just lounging around in it, cooking, eating, playing games as well as posing and being a little strumpet! Best of both worlds right?! I actually have a very similar dress from asos. Black with a round neck. I assumed this would also be Jersey fabric but it's a bit more synthetic than that. Still nice, just a surprise! This is a size 24. It's super stretchy so pretty flexible size-wise! Adjustable straps too, so you can choose how low you want the neckline.



Monday, 23 February 2015

Wardrobe Weekly

Monday
 I love this outfit.
 I bought a shirt from Boohoo plus and decided to try this top even though they only had it in a size 20. Glad I did because I love it.
Super comfy all stretch outfit!
 I wore my lush rose gold shoes because it was a nice morning.... I didn't know it would actually rain for most of the day. I got very wet feet on the way home!
 Top 20 - Boohoo plus
Skirt 24 - Simply Be
Tights XL - Primark 100 den
Shoes - New Look

Tuesday
 I seem to be in black and white again?! Classic dress.
 Dress 24 - Asos Curve
Top 20 - Primark
Leggings 20 - South / Very
Boots - Asos

Thursday
 So I've got a new phone, and although technically the camera should be better than my old one, as far as I can tell it's way worse.
 A bit unfortunate but never mind. Everyone has this shirt. I quite like it, but it's slightly tricky to wear without looking a bit odd because it has a big and tall Harry Hill style collar!
 Shirt 24 - Asos Curve
Jeans 22 - Asos curve
Boots - Dorothy Perkins

Friday
 I look miserable but it's 'cause I'm trying to take a decent photo and I have to stand VERY still!
 I went for dinner with my colleague so I wore a pretty dress!
 God Fischers in Marylebone is so lovely!
Nom nom herbal lemonade!
 Cardi 20 - Primark
Dress 24 - Vinatge
Leggings 20 - Primark
Boots - asos

Saturday
Working on a Saturday? Damn those special events! Kidding, kidding, ain't nothin' but a thang!
Top & vest 20 - Primark
Cardi 24 - George
Jeans 22 - Dorothy Perkins
Boots - New Look

That's it folks - I'm off on Holiday at some ungodly hour in the morning and I don't know if I will have internet access so I've scheduled a music post and I will see you in just over a week with some (hopefully) awesome holiday pics! xx