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Party Style With Simply Be

It's creeping closer and closer to the end of the year, and that inevitable 'party season' where we all get a bit more glammed up and glitzy.

I myself don't particularly do parties; but there are lots of family plans, special blog events, romantic meals and drinks out with the other half, and seeing friends for a cocktail or two after work. With Autumn and Winter just around the corner; I love to embrace darker colours, add a little glitter where I can and look my best in outfits that are appropriate for all these types of events.

Keeping this in mind, Simply Be recently got in touch with me and asked if I'd like to try anything from their amazing selection of partywear, and I browsed their website for what seemed like hours, trying to decide on what awesome piece I would choose.

I recently got super excited when browsing the Sammydress website, as I'd found a whole bunch of adorable clothes that I instantly fell in love with.

It's not usually so easy to find things I love. Shops online either don't offer a plus size range, they only do ugly clothes, they have prices I can't afford, or they don't offer a range of styles. It's really hard to find cute clothing that suits me. I can see maxi dresses and bodycons for days... but no adorable skater dresses that fit in with my cute/casua/kawaii/dressing younger than I really am - sort of style that I aim for.

Until recently that is! I was super happy with the awesome range from Sammydress, where they sell a huge range of wholesale clothes for everyone.

It's not often I like the way I look. Okay no, that's an understatement if there ever was one. I hate the way I look really. But I try not to let it hold me back much if I can, because that'd be lame. Positive thoughts and all that. Anyway, so I've wanted to post some outfits on this blog for a long time, and never quite got around to it really... *ahem* /avoided it like the plague. I mentioned recently in this post that my confidence is something I wanted to improve on, and I wanted to push myself more. Since then, the lovely folk over at Vivien of Holloway were kind enough to offer me a dress of my choice to try out, from their inspiring range. I felt pretty in awe to be honest! The range is absolutely astounding and offers a style for everyone. The main focus is 1940's and 1950's style dresses, so think lots of girly/rockabilly styles and flattering shapes - YAY. I was in heaven choosing.

Recently I had the immense pleasure of being introduced to GANT; a clothing and accessories brand providing luxury items for the everyday. Usually when browsing brands like this, I feel a little out of place to be honest. I don't wear fancy clothes... I don't have £400 to spend on a shirt. No matter how beautiful the collection, I almost always switch off and never visit again.
I found myself pleasantly surprised with GANT though. Not only do they have a huge collection for men and women in a range of prices and styles; but they really do do everyday beauties that I fell in love with. No better example of this is there than the fabulous little box of gifts they sent me recently. I received two rugger beanie hats, a lambswool woven scarf, and a mens aftershave scent. Now, before you get confused; the mens scent was for Gary! Not me, obviously. But still... it smells absolutely gorgeous.

Halloween Things I Want All Year Round

It's no secret that Halloween is my favourite time of year. A time when the weather is a little darker, greyer and rainier, there's pumpkins everywhere, and it's more than okay to play dress up. I like to keep this feeling going all year round as much as possible (could explain why I have a bat tattoo on my back? Kidding, it's even geekier. It's a homage to Batman!).
Anyway, I've found some special 'Halloween' themed things I've fallen in love with lately and wanted to share them with you guys.

New Look Spooky Ghost Jumper - £17.99
How adorable is this?! I'd totally wear this all year long. However I can't see it staying in the shops for long, so I might have to snap it up soon!