Lovedrobe's Little Lacy Number *Review*



The team at Lovedrobe were very kind to send me this lovely little number to try on for size.



This lace crochet shift dress in my opinion is true to size and even has a little room for give on the waist. I am wearing a size 20 here. 


The lace/crochet patterned overlay is cute and I really like the detailing on the arm trim and hem.  The inner dress is the same colour as the outer layer; somewhere between fuchsia and cerise.


The dress comes up a little on the short side - I couldn't comfortably bend over in this dress. On my 5ft 4 frame it sits about 3/4 inches above the knee.


The arms are one the tight side and the cut of the dress makes it quite difficult to raise your arms without hoisting the dress up, which with the length is not really ideal!


I love the colour and style of this dress and it's a huge shame about the length.  I am not a tights girl at all, so unless I can rock it bare legged it's not for me.  This dress would strictly have to be worn in hot weather or even a holiday dress!  Teamed with a pair of killer heels and clutch this would be simply gorgeous for a warm summer's eve.


If you are tempted, it may interest you to know that this dress is currently in the sale on Lovedrobe's website here, reduced from £55 to £28 which is a fantastic reduction. So get it while it's hot!  
It's available from sizes 16 - 26.

Have you tried this dress? What are your opinions?

Disclaimer
This product was sent to me for review purposes.  The review above is based on my own opinion of the product and I own all creative content of this post.

Illustrations by Murder of Goths

Kathryn (or MoG as we call her) is one hell of a talented lady and when I spotted her illustrations popping up all over social media I secretly longed to see what I would like at her fair hand.

When she tagged me on Instagram with this illustration I was beside myself.  Utterly flabbergasted that firstly she would even consider drawing me and secondly at how amazing it actually was.  She really managed to capture me.  Even if you hadn't seen the original photo, it wouldn't matter cos this illustration, even with minor detailing is a fantastic portrayal.


I was in love, so much so that I asked for a commissioned piece.

That's when she blew my mind with this...


I actually cried when I saw it for the first time.  I had never felt so beautiful as I did that very moment and for MoG to be able to recreate that effortlessly made my heart melt.

You can check a fine selection of Kat's artwork over on her Instagram below
& contact her directly for commissioned pieces at fantastic prices.

Email: murderofgoths@gmail.com

Or check out her Blog here >>>Murder of Goths

She also RedBubble store where she is selling some pretty neat gifts like a tote bags, mugs and notepads all displaying her fantastic designs.
Check it out...


Have you seen Kat's PS Blogger illustrations?  Which is your fave??

Xx

The Curve Fashion Festival

The countdown is ON!  Only 25 sleeps until what is pipped to be the largest plus size fashion & retail event of 2015; 


On the 26th September, award winning convention centre; Manchester Central will house over 40 online/high street retailers, catwalk shows & celebrity guests.  The Fashion Hall will hold meet and greet sessions with Tess Holliday, Hayley Hasselhoff, bloggers Louise O'Reilly and Nicolette Mason. 

Some of the brands that you can expect to see on the day; +ASOS Curve,  +boohoo.com (Boohoo Plus)  +Simply Be,  +Apples and Pears Clothing+Evans Clothing+Curvy Kate+ELVI+New Look+Studio 8 London +Pocket Wardrobe, +Very.co.uk +Ms Curvaceous UK and many many more...

The Face of the Curve Fashion Festival is none other than plus size model; Fluvia Lacerda.  This Brazilian beauty is known worldwide and has even graced the front cover of Vogue Italia.


Just like any other plus size event I am most looking forward to the social aspect. Being in a room full of like minded people allows us to let our hair down in a safe environment where we will be subjected to nothing but love & acceptance.  It's also a fantastic networking opportunity, make sure you get out there and talk to other people from the community, everyone is super friendly, approachable and willing to share shopping advice and fashion tips.

In addition to the all the awesomeness the day will be graced by a plethora of plus size bloggers and models all under one roof, so make sure you save your pennies for the shopping and bring your selfie sticks cos there will be a tonne of photo ops! 

You can check out the website for all the information you need; http://www.thecurvefashionfestival.co.uk/

Make sure you get your tickets here NOW as they are limited and as this is a ticket only event you do not want to miss out on any part of this day!

I will totally be here sporting my +Miss British Beauty Curve Sash & Crown, so make sure you grab me for a #Crelfie :)


Have you bought your tickets yet? What are you looking forward to most?

See you there!!

Xx