#BeTheBlogger ~ the highlights of my year with Yours Clothing

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Working so closely with Yours Clothing over the last year has been so much fun. It has allowed me to grow as a blogger, whilst learning about collaborating with a large brand. The experience has been challenging but also incredibly rewarding too. My content has improved, my engagement has increased and I have developed a routine of blogging regularly. 

The last 12 months have flown by from my first post and looking back over my year brings back some fond memories.

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The best thing by far has been the friends I have made throughout the experience. Working alongside Gloria, Laura, Charl and Violet has been such an amazing experience. I have learnt so much from each of them, which has helped me fine tune my own blogging style. These women are powerful, independent women with oodles of sass and style and I have spent so much of the year being in awe of the fabulous content they have produced. Spending time with them and getting to know them more at meet-ups and other social events has made me realise that these women are not just the #YoursDreamTeam but they are now girlfriends. Women who I can not only share my highs and lows with but also women who inspire me to think outside the box and broaden my horizons. I am so grateful that we were all given this opportunity together as I have found friends for life in you.


I have had challenging tasks which forced me to think outside the box, improve my photo content and in some ways change the way I blog.  I do feel this experience has really helped me develop.
My fave outfit by far was this ensemble. The shirt and crop top were from the Limited Collection, which in my opinion is like Yours Clothing's cooler, younger sister. The LC offers the freshest trends and whenever I did my monthly Yours haul I always made sure I picked a few pieces from the collection.

I loved this meet up the most. We took a trip to The Botanist in Sheffield.  We ate some delish food, sampled the cocktails in this botanical oasis. We totally took advantage of the surroundings making sure we got loads of insta worthy imagery!





I was so lucky to have been involved with the #TakeThePledge campaign with Laura and Hollie. Have you taken the pledge yet?


My fave experience by far was heading up to Yours HQ for a blogger photoshoot where we shot images for the website and even got to shoot a spooky Halloween look too.


Plus seeing my face on the Loose Women Ad every day was the perfect swan song.


The year has been a tonne of fun and I'm actually gutted that it has come to an end. I hope to continue to work with Yours in the future as one of their official brand ambassadors.

I want to thank Yours Clothing for the fabulous opportunity and I cannot wait to see what else 2018 has for me in the Blogosphere!
Thank you to all of you for the support over the last year, I couldn't have done it without you.
So for the last time....
Peace out xx

Disclaimer
 The review above is based on my own opinions of the products.  Written in collaboration with Yours Clothing UK as part of #BETHEBLOGGER

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You need a good coat to see you through the winter with Yours Clothing

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Did you hear that weather predictor guy on This Morning this week saying that he reckons we are in for 3 months of bitter coldness? Guys, he even said SNOW is a possibility (it's snow joke - hee hee)

Cold weather for me means layering up, wrapping myself up to the point of cocooning. I wanna be as snug as a bug in a rug.  I HATE being cold, so I needed to find a coat to be the final layer to any winter ensemble.

This coat from Yours Clothing is a lovely addition to my winter wardrobe, it's suitable to wear to work as my day to day outfits are corporate, this coat is smart enough to wear daily but also it makes a stylish addition to a night out outfit.
I am 5ft 4" and this coat comes to just above my knees. It covers most knee length dresses on me.

The general fit of the coat is good. I chose a size 20, my regular dress size and it fits me perfectly. Arm length and fit is just right, not too long or too tight at all. I am between an 18/20 size-wise so if you are more of a 20/22 then perhaps consider sizing up on this one.

The coat is designed in a front wrap style and the faux fur keeps your neck lovely and warm. The faux fur is soft to the touch, can't help stroking it!

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The belt is both removable and fully functioning. It nips the coat in at the middle creating more definition of the natural waist. Even with an apple or round body shape this will create a waist but if you don't like a belt you can completely remove it and wear it without.  There are two front popper buttons, these are a little annoying to be honest as they don't stay together but if you tie the waist belt the coat stays closed regardless.

This coat is not really something I would wear with joggers and trainers for example but you could wear it with jeans, jumper and boots for a more casual look.

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If this coat is not for you there are a load of coats available on the website <Shop NOW> and in store too so make sure you take a little look-see.

Rating:  Overall - 7/10

Potential improvements:  I'm not a huge fan of the popper buttons, as with their positioning they do seem to pop open quite often.  A securer button would be beneficial.


Would I recommend these?  Yes, this coat is a staple in my opinion.

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Disclaimer
Written in collaboration with Yours Clothing UK as part of #BETHEBLOGGER
Photos by QR Photography
**Special Thanks to Natalie S**
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