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Jumping into Spring with Navabi

It's that time of the year where we start to see brands' Spring/Summer ranges hit the streets and I'm FULLY ready to embrace them. Top of the Pops (Remember Top of the Pops?) for 2017 have got to be yours and my favourite premium plus-size retailers Navabi. Think floaty florals and chic tailoring mixed with fabulous colour pops of Summer brights. it's genuinely a pleasure to behold.

Jumpsuit - Manon Baptiste at Navabi
Bag - Simply Be (Similar)
Shoes - Topshop (Similar)
Sunglasses - MONKI 
When I saw this jumpsuit I audibly gasped and can only assume that my eyes turned into love hearts.  As a sailor girl at heart (Fake News; The biggest sea-faring vessel I've ever controlled was a pedalo) the deep navy blue, gold buttons and flared leg spoke to me on a whole new level. The chiffon split-sleeves soften the look and keep the jumpsuit from being too tailored for a warmer day, while the zip back means you can zip in even the most voluptuous of bosoms/stomachs/thighs. 

The only part of the look I was initially dubious about was the cropped length. I have a strange relationship with my lower legs in that they anger me because no matter how tanned I may get, they remain the same colour as something that has never seen sun. My ass potentially. This said, think they fall to the perfect length - It's the length I'd wear a dress to so why not trousers...?

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In the SS17 lookbook, the jumpsuit is styled with red shoes, red lips and a black clutch and it is just the most effortlessly chic outfit I have ever seen. Genuinely. I've played it mega safe here with tan accessories and my new MONKI sunglasses to prove that cropped jumpsuits don't have to be dressy. I can see it looking equally as magnificent with some flat clogs or even ankle boots (in fact I'm going to check this out tonight) 


Now the sizing with this jumpsuit is a bit odd. I'm currently a 16-18 and went for a size 18 with it being a fitted item. It's FAR too big on me. Like two sizes too big. I've just ordered a 14 in the hope that it will fit better because I genuinely need this jumpsuit for my Summer wardrobe and I'll feed back on how much better the fit is. Until then, my recommendation would be; SIZE DOWN. 


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I'm thoroughly delighted to be back out in the sun again and am doing my upmost to absorb some of those vitamins that stop you from feeling like a human slug, so fingers crossed I'll be less Casper and more sun kissed and energy-filled by the next time I post. WATCH THIS SPACE.
Em x
*Denotes gifted item - All views are my own

A Warm Weather Jumpsuit with Simply Be

ISN'T IT HOT?!?!

 As such, I've been knocking about in this here Floral Jumpsuit from Simply Be, being an effortlessly cool flower queen, eating ice creams and sweating minimally wherever possible. 

Plus Size Floral Jumpsuit - Simply Be
Tie Front Playsuit - Simply Be
Tan Ankle Boots - Simply Be
Tan Clutch Bag - Simply Be
Firstly: This print. Isn't it fabulous? I'm a big fan of a floral as you may have noticed in the past like a million times. I'm also very drawn towards all-in-ones in the warmer months because they're just so easy - This one has an elasticated waistband and buttons at the back, meaning that you can get out of bed, step straight into it and off you go (Sometimes I even brush my hair. Sometimes).

Plus Size Floral Jumpsuit - Simply Be

I think there's been a tendency for brands to think that a plus size jumpsuit has to be dramatically oversized, have a dropped crotch and basically be as close to a onesie as possible, I'm pleased to report that Simply Be do not prescribe to this. I sized up here - This is a size 18 and is a perfect warm weather fit (no sweaty gussets please) but otherwise the fit and style is . 

Plus Size Floral Jumpsuit - Simply Be

The boots are also from Simply Be and may be a tad premature weather wise but are going to be ideal with my tights for Autumn (YES, I'm thinking about Autumn, as it is the most wonderful time of the year and frankly I'm bored of always having a hot red face right now) They're ever so terribly comfortable and I do not say this lightly, just like my face, my feet hate Summer; they like to be all folded up where nobody can see them. 

Plus Size Floral Jumpsuit - Simply Be

How are you keeping cool at the moment? All advice greatly appreciated...

Em x

Utility Chic with F&F

By now, you will have gotten the jist that I really like F&F. After the AW15 event I decided to make a couple of snazzy purchases, resulting in this D-Ring Utility Jumpsuit and Leather Metallic Effect Clutch Bag.

F&F  SS15
The jumpsuit has an elasticated waistband and a D-ring belt detail. I cannot get on with the D-ring belt.It keeps undoing itself. Potentially due to the sheer strength of a tummy full of bar snacks, who knows. But I'm going to come up with a plan for it and it really doesn't take away from the look of the suit so it's not the end of the world.

As always, I'm thrilled when the length of something works on me. The legs are meant to be full length, as you can see on me they're not. But that's because my legs are longer than most things and I actually like where they sit, which proves that you should always give something a go!

All items as above
The jumpsuit is £25, that is it. £25. This is already becoming a wardrobe staple with me wearing it twice in the space of a weekend (I was in different cities so no fashion faux pas if you're concerned). Firstly, I wore it for a night on the tiles, styled as above with my Topshop heeled sandals, F&F clutch and Quiz leather jacket. Then I washed it (hence it being a tad creased...) and wore it rolled up with flat sandals and a cross body bag when the sun came out. 

All items as above

It's going to be utterly perfect for my holiday, my only concern is how it will "travel" in my case as it does crease somewhat. Saying that, the bulk of the creases drop out quickly with it being viscose, meaning I'll just look a little bit bedragglds as opposed to my usual Courtney Love circa 1994 look.


All items as above

When it comes to clutch bags, I only ever go for oversized or it all gets a bit too Lilliput. This leather metallic effect clutch bag is the perfect size for me and the zip fastening means that all my shizzle isn't going to roll out and go all over the place. It's very similar to another metallic clutch I've coveted for a long time which retails at £62, whereas this one is £20. No. Brainer.



Leather Metallic Effect Clutch Bag - F&F
Seriously now, how much have F&F upped their game of late? I'm lucky in a way that my local supermarket is purely food based or the big shop could become prrrrrretty expensive...

Em x