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Yours Clothing Floral Print Trousers

Thursday, 7 May 2015

SO I first saw these trousers on the amazing Hollie and I knew they had to be mine. I was fortunate to win a competition for a £30 yours clothing voucher from the lovely lollylikesfatsion, and as soon as it came I purchased this pair of floral trousers and another pair of trousers I've decided to wear as my travel clothes on my way to my holiday(post coming soon.)

Black is the new Black - Khloe Kardashain inspo

Thursday, 26 March 2015

Black will always be a go to colour for me as a foundation to an outfit, but I very rarely wear head to toe black. I leave this in the trusty hands of my best friend Octavia. With my new sophisticated style I decided to fully dress in black. I teamed this sleeveless turtle neck crop top with a maxi skirt with slits at either side. I also took some inspiration from Khloe Kardashian. She is most definitely my favorite sister. Honestly if we knew it each other I think we'd be best friends (in your dreams Mic.)

To say I felt fierce is an understatement. I love how clothes can make you feel and give you strength and confidence. I love the side slits up the skirt. they are so seductive, I can just show off a little leg by posing, but then hide them away :p. I feel like calling this outfit sophisticated goth? (without offending anyone.)

I just can't wait to rock this outfit on my next big night out, maybe with a brighter lip and chunky bracelets?

Top - Asos

Skirt - Primark (similar here)

Shoes - New Look (similar here)

Necklace - Primark (similar here)

Love

Michaela

Kinky Khaki - Kim K outfit inspo

Tuesday, 10 March 2015

So recently I am all over the Kardashians/Jenners looks. Minimal, colour blocked and so easy to wear, I really think these sisters are setting the mark high. I was inspired by Kim specifically with this look. Some may say she’s getting it so wrong in the style stakes, and if I’m honest I’d never let a man dictate what I could or couldn't wear. But I think it’s clear to say Kim has connections in high places only some of us could dream of having, and I for one am extremely jealous of that alone.

You may have noticed I love my clothes tight and structured most of the time, so I can show off my shape (yes even the wobbly bits some try to hide.) I’m not one to hide anything away really, but I usually try to dress in bright colours and prints thinking this will get me noticed. I loveee how this look is just colour blocked in muted tones, but still gives me the same desired effect. Girls, my top tip is don't be afraid to wear a turtle neck, get ya arms and legs out and wear a tight midi skirt. The world honestly isn't going to end. Flaunt those curves and your amazing bodies :).

I’m definitely at a place with my style that I feel like I’m maturing. I feel like I’m shying away from my usual’s and experimenting a bit more with style, fit and quality. I think I’m finding that less is actually more in that sense.

Anyway I felt inspired and pretty darn sexy with this outfit, and I don’t even care that my VBL is showing :p.

Top - ASOS

Skirt - Primark (similar here)

Shoes - New Look (similar here)

Have you been inspired by any celebs recently? Or notice any changes in your style?

Watch out for my Khloe inspired outfit in the next few weeks :).

Love

Michaela

Anna Scholz - Net mesh Body- Con Dress

Thursday, 5 March 2015

I posted about the Launch of Anna Scholz new collection a few weeks back. If you clicked through to the brochure, you were treated a sneak preview of both White and Black label pieces.

You may have spotted this incredible Net Mesh bodycon dress among the pages. As soon as I saw this I knew I had to have it. It's sexy and covers and reveals in all the right places. I love to show off my figure and this fitted and structured dress is perfect to do that in.

The dress is from Anna's Black Label collection which is described as being:

'inspired by individuality, freedom and self-expression, Black Label offers laidback sophistication fused with a cool urban heartbeat this season. It’s the story of East meets West , romanticism meets street , glorious print meets amazing fabric. Spring / Summer 2015 is the reflection of all the cultural influences we encounter.'

I styled this dress up with a pair of heels, a little bit of colour with a textured bag and lipstick, and a Primark necklace (Similar here). I think this piece is so easy to style. You can either pair with it with lots of bits or keep it simple like I feel I have in this look.

Dress - Anna Scholz

Bag - Asos (Similar here)

Shoes Lace up heels (similar)

Lace up shoes (similar)

Necklace - Primark (Similar here)

Love

Michaela

Asos Curve Splurge - You either love or hate

Sunday, 1 March 2015

So I've recently gone a splurge, buying pieces to update my wardrobe that are stylish, simple and I can build many outfits from. I found my wardrobe was beginning to become a bit too mis matched and I struggled to build more than one or two looks out of the pieces I had.

I've always wanted a turtle neck top, but Primark didn't deliver when I was looking for a plain black jersey one, (I'm a sucker for buying my basics from there.) So when Asos Curve had one in and an extra 20% off I had to get it (came to £11 in total I think.) For a piece I know I'll wear over and over again I think I'll get my wear out of this. I'm hoping this jersey lasts and doesn't get bobbly and thin over time (the only negative of buying £5 tops from Primark.)

These trousers are a little bit like marmite. I think you either love or hate. They are the typical jersey peg leg trouser Asos Curve produces, but I love them so much. I purchased a polka dot and floral pair about two years ago and lived in them for months. I think the fit and the print is so so good and the comfort level is through the roof. The plus with this fabric seems to be that they don't seem to bag as much as previous pairs I have bought. The grid print is so in right now too which is a bonus.

I kept this look very monochrome, adding my favourite MAC lipstick (REBEL) for some colour. I can't describe how stylish I felt, and how many compliments I received from my hairdresser that morning and the girls.

Top - ASOS Curve

Jacket - Simply Be

Trousers - ASOS Curve

Boots - New Look (Similar Here)

Necklace - Primark (Similar Here)

Love

Michaela

boo hoo - it's not pay day just yet :(

Wednesday, 18 February 2015

So it's that awkward time in the month where you've been out constantly, you've purchased a big food shop, picked up a few must have pieces on pay day. and your bank balance is now sadly looking bleak for the rest of the month. Yes we all get to that stage :( (unlimited money source please find me soon.)

To stop me feeling so sad I've done a want list from a few of my favourite Plus size retailers atm. You may notice through the next few blog posts, colour and print have gone far far away. I believe I've got all tonal and minimal (The Kardashian influence for sure.)

Here's my first list of wants from BOOHOO:

1. Black T shirt Dress

2. Sleeveless waistcoat

3. Grey strap body

4. Strapless plunge body

5.Fringed shift dress

6.Cross strap dress

7. Woven jumpsuit

8. Long Sleeve plunge body

Love

Michaela

Anna Scholz Sneak Preview Spring Summer 15

Friday, 30 January 2015

Perks of my job, is that season after season I get to see the collections through out their development and production stages. It's so interesting to see the design process happen and I can't help but constantly feel inspired with both my outfit decisions and clothes shopping whilst working here haha.

Both collections are a breath of fresh air, and I seriously had trouble picking what pieces I wanted. There's a cool urban twist amongst Black label, whilst White label exudes all four corners of the earth. There is even a exclusive tattoo print that was drawn just for Anna.

The brochure is now available to view online HERE.

Products for White label will be launched from next week, so keep your eyes peeled.

Love

Michaela

Street style bargains

Monday, 19 January 2015

My mentality with clothes recently has changed. I've found myself holding back from buying huge amounts of clothes monthly as soon as payday hits, and purchasing more for things actually needed than wanted.

With the Sales over Christmas happening, I decided to not purchase clothes for both the Oct and Nov paydays, instead I chose to have a spending spree at the Sales.

I picked up so many bargains from Asos, Evans, Yours and Net-a-porter. Even though I was looking to spend a lot, I still felt that I held back in the Sales.

I think for 2015 I need to make my wardrobe smaller and tidier. Right now it feels dis organised and cluttered :(.

Anyway I styled together this look. I think it'd a bit street style, especially with my uber bargain Nikes from Net-a-porter.

I picked up this top from Evans collection Cut for Evans and the jeans are Asos Curve Ridley.

Cut for Evans Top

Asos Curve Ridley Jeans

Nike AF1 Trainers (SOLD OUT)

Did any of you grab Sale Bargains?

I can't wait to show off my Yours clothing finds.

Love

Michaela

Bon Marche - The David Emanuel Collection

Friday, 16 January 2015

I was gifted this lovely dress from Bonmarché over the holidays. The dress is from an exclusive collection designed by David Emanuel. The David Emanuel collection is full of fashionable styles that Flatter and shape all body shapes, and is full of gorgeous patterns and colours.

This elegant floral print dress is perfect for day or night, work or play. The side pleat detail flatters my figure perfectly. I often struggle with dress lengths due to my height but this hit at the right spot. I also love the length of the sleeves. I dressed this dress up with a duster jacket and my favourite shoes right now from New Look. I also matched a pink lipstick with the pink within the dress.

I didn’t put any jewellery on as the dress has a keyhole detail at the neckline with a gold decorative piece. This alone just sets the dress off and means you don’t really need to wear much else with it.

Have any of you purchased from this collection?

Love

Michaela

Taking Shape - The dream Jumpsuit

Tuesday, 13 January 2015

I was gifted this amazing jumpsuit from Taking Shape over the holidays. I was aiming to try wear it for New Years but in a rush packing the night before having to leave for Wales, I'd left it on a hanger behind my door. Safe to say I was devastated.

I fell in love with this jumpsuit the moment I put it on to try it. The fabric and fit are lovely. I sized up to the biggest size and could have done with sizing down. I do like how loose it fits though.

There's a handy popper that allows you to open to put on, then close so the wrap doesn't expose.

I styled it with a old necklace from H&M and my new favourite pair of shoes from New Look. I'm off for drinks over the weekend so this is my go to piece to wear.

I made the look casual for day time with my bargain Bomber Jacket from the Cut for Evans collection.

Grab your coat Mic ;) hahahaa

Jumpsuit - Taking Shape

Jacket - Cut For Evans

Necklace - Old H&M

Shoes - New Look

Love

Michaela

What I wore - A day in London

Thursday, 11 December 2014

My mum was down last week visiting just before Christmas. She was fortunate to be part of the team of volunteers who picked the poppies out the grounds of the Tower of London. We visited the Tower, Borough Market and walked along the Thames and Southbank for a lovely day, which finally made me feel a little Christmassy. I decided to wear my new duster jacket from New Look (50% off currently) and dressed it up with a necklace gifted at the Littlewoods SS15 event.

Here's what I wore:

1. Primark 2 in 1 Jumper

2. Primark reversible scarf

3. New Look Inspire duster coat
4. Anna Scholz Svoboda skinny jeans
5. Littlewoods Chain Necklace 6. LYDC Spike Bag
7. Nike Air Max 1 Breeze trainers (SOLD OUT)

Love

Michaela

#SimplyBeSS15

Sunday, 30 November 2014

I have been move than lucky and very fortunate and thankful to have been invited to so many press days lately. Simply Be was no exception. I have been a fan of the brand for years. My mum used to purchase clothes for me from there until I got my own job and could get that pesky credit account hahahaha (dangerous!)

I was invited along by Lee Publicity and Simply Be to preview their Spring Summer 15 collection and as always, it didn't disappoint (well okay I did walk away upset that I have to wait till next year to get hold of all the clothes.)

In the Penthouse Suite of the Sanderson we were shown a range of collections and swimwear pieces that will blow you away. My list is as long as my arm for the up coming season.