tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-78727343049551956032024-03-05T01:57:28.825-08:00Nelly looksNelly Elliotthttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15162313369677101125noreply@blogger.comBlogger17125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7872734304955195603.post-420165150875027502019-07-19T07:39:00.002-07:002019-07-19T07:39:21.901-07:00Jumpsuit of Dreams<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjUA7R5VN_rtS7JOUOZnuD6T7Soi7iTurfmIs-5pVQFvfCdGbPrqtKGERdEuJTQb3oLwR6164jXgIoUOQkrXEHu2ugik4e2HjXjJs4yJY2zJrh1wK-woKcZ-j61uHs-DjQvxwUgtD1XsCI/s1600/4D10FDAA-2723-49BF-86F9-F3BF69EC6D62.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjUA7R5VN_rtS7JOUOZnuD6T7Soi7iTurfmIs-5pVQFvfCdGbPrqtKGERdEuJTQb3oLwR6164jXgIoUOQkrXEHu2ugik4e2HjXjJs4yJY2zJrh1wK-woKcZ-j61uHs-DjQvxwUgtD1XsCI/s1600/4D10FDAA-2723-49BF-86F9-F3BF69EC6D62.jpg" data-original-width="1600" data-original-height="1600" /></a></div>Nelly Elliotthttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15162313369677101125noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7872734304955195603.post-62312780959716644802019-07-19T07:38:00.003-07:002019-07-19T07:38:57.256-07:00Edinburgh baby!<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgeWiYe_XedOHk8GF5G1KTX_9B3H8CUbI3oU_ZhvtMvW2Z1mkAymJjJGZ4Q5SnBGYrq-axOgORXdVSuqsJ7V2tiUCkFdJP40TiRQq3b_ohk7LgBmJmjBUCJ0oClSkseqNf-uxJ0j7OkZO8/s1600/5f53e716-b1e5-4477-9a0e-02c4e3fb6bc5+%25281%2529.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgeWiYe_XedOHk8GF5G1KTX_9B3H8CUbI3oU_ZhvtMvW2Z1mkAymJjJGZ4Q5SnBGYrq-axOgORXdVSuqsJ7V2tiUCkFdJP40TiRQq3b_ohk7LgBmJmjBUCJ0oClSkseqNf-uxJ0j7OkZO8/s1600/5f53e716-b1e5-4477-9a0e-02c4e3fb6bc5+%25281%2529.jpg" data-original-width="1408" data-original-height="1056" /></a></div>Nelly Elliotthttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15162313369677101125noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7872734304955195603.post-23525580530719080042019-07-19T07:38:00.001-07:002019-07-19T07:38:49.299-07:00Meal Plan Like a Boss<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhu1U8FqD56fXKcVsJpaFjsjyQtFNBJdJKm-u2de7zCzT-yXJU8J0RROMVy1_vGgwwF3jPSZTYb0q-3MfwdVAa649WpfAR8CzqDWvV2CdCIM2s6Ar-dTAW78awrej1eYRu1ZzDyMzFXztI/s1600/Meal+planningmonday.png" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhu1U8FqD56fXKcVsJpaFjsjyQtFNBJdJKm-u2de7zCzT-yXJU8J0RROMVy1_vGgwwF3jPSZTYb0q-3MfwdVAa649WpfAR8CzqDWvV2CdCIM2s6Ar-dTAW78awrej1eYRu1ZzDyMzFXztI/s1600/Meal+planningmonday.png" data-original-width="800" data-original-height="800" /></a></div>Nelly Elliotthttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15162313369677101125noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7872734304955195603.post-4267765708750772282017-01-12T00:32:00.000-08:002017-01-12T00:32:38.636-08:00TEST<!-- start InLinkz script -->
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Nelly Elliotthttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15162313369677101125noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7872734304955195603.post-51968512354721498282012-04-16T03:29:00.001-07:002012-04-16T03:32:45.942-07:00Ding dong Avon calling...<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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I have recently become an Avon lady, it has been both a good and bad experience. I have made a bit of commission but a lot of that has gone on products for myself! I have to say I am a fan of a lot of their products.
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I have found myself experimenting more with make-up a lot more and making more of an effort day to day. I have settled on my everyday make-up (see pictures). It is light and subtle and easy to do.
I am a huge fan of their Ideal Flawless foundation, it is such a lovely colour match and isn't too heavy. Also the coverage is pretty flawless (go figure). <p>
I have also started using an eyebrow pencil for the first time ever, it is a revelation! I am a natural redhead but don't have ginger eyebrows, instead they are a mousey brown. By defining them with a brown pencil it really frames my face and looks great!<p>
I also love their eyeshadow quads and glimmerstick eyeliners, I am working the natural brown palette and smokey diamond glimmer stick mostly with a subtle flick at the outer corners. I love it<p>
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It really is amazing what lovely make-up does to your confidence.<p>
I have never had great skin, I was a spotty teen and still have the odd breakout. So this boost in confidence is worth its weight in gold for me.<p>
Do you have a favourite brand or style? Share your tips!Nelly Elliotthttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15162313369677101125noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7872734304955195603.post-12069322205623737972012-04-15T09:34:00.001-07:002012-04-15T09:34:14.916-07:00Look how fancy...<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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So, I gave myself a fancy pants french polish.
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I suddenly feel all fancy, like one of those women who wash their hair everyday and iron things.<p>
This makes it totally OK that I am still in my pyjamas at 5pm and couldn't be bothered to blow dry my hair this morning so am rocking a messy french braid with the hope of having awesome big eighties kinky hair in the morning.<p>
Win.
<p>Nelly Elliotthttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15162313369677101125noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7872734304955195603.post-42446668885265856292012-04-14T06:32:00.000-07:002012-04-14T08:35:33.031-07:00Blog Sale!<center>
Having a clear out and selling some of the clothes that either don't fit or I don't wear often. All in good condition.
Postage is set at £2.00.
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60's Style pinafore dress - New Look - Size 18<p> <b>£5</b>
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Chain print t-shirt - H&M BB - Size XL (20)<P> <b>£4</b>
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Floral summer top - New Look Inspire - Size 20<p> <b>£6</b>
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Grey waistcoat - Evans size 20.<p> <b>£5</b>
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Navy/red detail bow blouse - Monsoon - Size 22<p> <b>£9</b>
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Sequin detail dress - Beth Ditto for Evans - Size 20<p> <b>£11</b>
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Black & Red Bustier Pencil Dress- Ebay - size 20 <p> <b>£12</b>
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Black cape style cardigan with waist tie - M&S - Size 18/20 (cape style so generous fit)<p> <b>£7</b>
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<p> Brown ruffle cardigan - Betty Jackson Black - Size 20 <b>£12</b>
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Navy wide leg linen trousers - M&S Autograph - Size 22<p> <b>£13</b>
</center>Nelly Elliotthttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15162313369677101125noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7872734304955195603.post-32217452808342637752012-02-08T07:44:00.000-08:002012-02-08T07:44:17.015-08:00My Henna Experiment<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjG5U4JFs8zYC4hNRERNFpr4JNsneitSTuLsgmiZosUGTWfGVjX8pK9Zh1Re6MUhTjsgJihmswFHFPoE6AqDLieqg9HguLQUi0NpxKG7Upc4ElCqsIGH-XACvOtLS3kMAtwZVXiKFFVtpk/s1600/2712_81168636919_513726919_2138818_1939665_n.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left:1em; margin-right:1em"><img border="0" height="300" width="400" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjG5U4JFs8zYC4hNRERNFpr4JNsneitSTuLsgmiZosUGTWfGVjX8pK9Zh1Re6MUhTjsgJihmswFHFPoE6AqDLieqg9HguLQUi0NpxKG7Upc4ElCqsIGH-XACvOtLS3kMAtwZVXiKFFVtpk/s400/2712_81168636919_513726919_2138818_1939665_n.jpg" /></a></div><br />
So I am a natural red head, probably more of a ginger really. The photo above is of me with my natural hair colour.<br />
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I have always been terrified to dye my hair, I think it was a hairdresser I had when I was about 12 who told me that you can't use normal dye on red hair or it will turn green! I am pretty sure my Mum put him up to it so I wouldn't dye my hair but it totally worked!<br />
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Recently my hair has been looking a bit lifeless, I haven't had it cut for far too long and it was just dull and boring.<br />
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I had been thinking of trying Lush's Henna for a while so just decided to bite the bullet and try it. The staff in the store could not have been more helpful and reassured me that it would work well on my hair.<br />
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The one I used was their Caca Rouge, it comes in a big block which you finely chop and mix with hot water to form a gloopy yoghurt-like mess.<br />
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I slathered it all over my hair, root to tips, making sure to cover it completely. Also make sure you wear gloves as this stuff will stain everything it touches!<br />
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Once I was sure my hair was fully saturated I wrapped my entire head in clingfilm. The instructions didn't say to do this but to be honest it made the whole thing a lot easier and cleaner. Also some forums mentioned it helped give a more intense colour.<br />
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I left the Henna on my head for around 3 hours, I would probably leave it on longer the next time but I was slightly scared that it would leave it with bright orange hair rather than a sumptuous red I was after.<br />
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I was so over the moon with the results I cannot even begin to describe it! It made my hair soft, silky and smooth and the colour is so rich and vibrant but without being over the top bright.<br />
I feel it really gives my hair a natural boost and I absolutely love it!<br />
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So what do you think? Love it?<br />
Any red heads out there with advice about other types of hair dye? I am such a novice and would love to experiment some more!Nelly Elliotthttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15162313369677101125noreply@blogger.com3tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7872734304955195603.post-74028990758077984702012-02-08T03:43:00.000-08:002012-02-08T03:43:31.412-08:00OOTD - Cosy Work Wear<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgESIxA6xhjRQn4yKTGlkeKdG-54HKFtGLICyPbx0Rp9om8QrB-OhhyphenhyphenfXeUW7m-vhPnwCK2DFp4MvIem87s2WAhn4EEH72-9DGkDITwWZ64I42CkfPIGpOy2yeWNvT76uYC4hB6PThmsf4/s1600/pic+014.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left:1em; margin-right:1em"><img border="0" height="400" width="400" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgESIxA6xhjRQn4yKTGlkeKdG-54HKFtGLICyPbx0Rp9om8QrB-OhhyphenhyphenfXeUW7m-vhPnwCK2DFp4MvIem87s2WAhn4EEH72-9DGkDITwWZ64I42CkfPIGpOy2yeWNvT76uYC4hB6PThmsf4/s400/pic+014.jpg" /></a></div><br />
When I woke up this morning my phone told me it was -5 outside! I cannot tell you how difficult it was to drag my self out of my warm bed and into the shower. Its days like today I really wish I could work from home!<br />
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I work in a very old Victorian converted townhouse, which has a very old victorian heating system so it can be pretty baltic in the office with my trusty electric heater providing little comfort. Some days the heating will sputter into action and turn the usual baltic conditions practically tropical! <br />
There really is no way of knowing how warm or cold it is going to be on a day-to-day basis.<br />
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So I dress accordingly! Light layers, easy to remove or add to depending on the mood of the heating on that day.<br />
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<center><i>Dress - George at Asda - £5 (sale)<br />
Cardigan - Peacocks £10 (sale)<br />
Black leggings - Sainsburys<br />
Boots - Blog sale over at <a href="http://myplussizedwardrobe.blogspot.com/">My Plus Size Wardrobe</a>.<br />
Necklace - Vintage shop in Newcastle about 5 years ago for about £2</center></i><br />
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Today I am wearing one of my favourite dresses, it was a sale item from George at asda and fits me really well. I love the ditzy print and shape of it, it is super flattering. The cardigan was a recent Peacocks purchase and is the warmest thing ever! I love the thick texture and plummy brown colour. <br />
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I feel really comfy and warm in this ensemble, but still fashionable and work appropriate. <br />
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I have also recently started adding texture and a slight curl to my hair using my GHD straighteners! I love the relaxed curl it gives you. Anyone else do this?Nelly Elliotthttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15162313369677101125noreply@blogger.com3tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7872734304955195603.post-18137652384499458022012-02-07T07:59:00.000-08:002012-02-07T07:59:07.466-08:00Casual Weekend OOTD<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgUABwNdYN8fKNsoKTsMBYsqfJMdlV098Lu3osF1og2cS7AhMgqWMc9DIjuU38F38bqRWgndOJQ-ZGO8gyZYebyEqYUpq5hwtSwfg05dZnp0WmnIFFIex_jE5fLVN8gHJ2n2NF6IFsktUQ/s1600/AkzstcWCEAELVdu.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left:1em; margin-right:1em"><img border="0" height="300" width="400" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgUABwNdYN8fKNsoKTsMBYsqfJMdlV098Lu3osF1og2cS7AhMgqWMc9DIjuU38F38bqRWgndOJQ-ZGO8gyZYebyEqYUpq5hwtSwfg05dZnp0WmnIFFIex_jE5fLVN8gHJ2n2NF6IFsktUQ/s400/AkzstcWCEAELVdu.jpg" /></a></div><i><center><br />
T shirt - £4 Peacocks Jeans - £16 Peacocks<br />
Cardigan - £10 Peacocks Boots - £30 Evans<br />
Necklace - £1.50 accessorize sale<br />
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So last week I went a bit mad in Peacocks. They had a big sale on and I ended up spending around £50 in total, but got an absolute butt-load of stuff; all in all a pretty successful shopping trip.<br />
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I did end up getting the mustard jeans from my previous post, but decided against the tent-style top as I have decided I need to start making more of my curves instead of hiding them from the world.<br />
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This was what I wore on Saturday. This was my first attempt at using the timer on my digital camera so forgive the bad photograph. I will keep experimenting and hopefully my photography will improve over time.<br />
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I love the vibrant colours in this outfit and cannot wait to try these jeans in a variety of looks. <br />
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Do you think I am a bit too colourful here? Would you tone down the yellow jeans with darker pieces, or go even brighter?Nelly Elliotthttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15162313369677101125noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7872734304955195603.post-47720808284382188722012-02-02T05:53:00.000-08:002012-02-02T05:53:50.853-08:00Valentines and Anniversary.Valentines day is just around the corner and my anniversary is shortly after on the 10th of March. The boyfriend and I don't usually make a big fuss on Valentines day but save our fuss making for our anniversary instead.<br />
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This year it will be 6 years since we first met! I can't believe it has been that long and I can't wait for the next 6, and the 6 after that, and the 6 after that... <br />
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We generally don't spend a lot of money on gifts as we would rather go out for a nice meal or even go away somewhere. I don't know about you but I would much rather go out and experience something than receive a huge bunch of flowers that will die and a box of generic chocolates.<br />
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Having said that, a token gesture is always loved. Something small and inexpensive to mark the occasion. So I set about trying to find something lovely I might like to receive to mark 6 years of coupledom.<br />
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I love you chitchat necklace by <a href="http://folksy.com/items/2852082-I-Love-You-ChitChat-Necklace-Valentine-Special">Canny Belle</a> (Folksy) £5 </center><br />
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A box of beautiful homemade macarons from <a href="http://www.frenchoven.webs.com/">The French Oven</a> , Newcastle - £6<br />
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Love Potion Massage Bar - Lush Ltd £5.95<br />
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Big 400g giftwrapped bag of haribo love hearts - £3.90 (for sweets extra for wrapping and postage) from <a href="http://sweet-homealabama.co.uk/shop/prod/94/haribo-love-hearts/">Sweet Home Alabama</a> <br />
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You see, there are plenty of little ways you can say "I love you" without breaking the bank. And sometimes the small thoughtful gifts are the nicest and mean the most.<br />
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What are you doing for Valentines? Whats the sweetest present you have ever recieved?Nelly Elliotthttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15162313369677101125noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7872734304955195603.post-43255342227972699932012-01-31T05:37:00.000-08:002012-01-31T05:37:10.310-08:00Window Shopping: To buy or not to buy....<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi0qFteb3nEH6ao_jLUvAtXAfQHmEGjEawvg-FjvlvLf89twzMrxjVdOouAlCwlVkdvb-tYEBBm8462IVYRO4wUzXIIQluFu4OYgnG2YnkWfdyx_YK8gtLgjYkPOak4fzwNUPIRGAZCcas/s1600/pic+029.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left:1em; margin-right:1em"><img border="0" height="400" width="300" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi0qFteb3nEH6ao_jLUvAtXAfQHmEGjEawvg-FjvlvLf89twzMrxjVdOouAlCwlVkdvb-tYEBBm8462IVYRO4wUzXIIQluFu4OYgnG2YnkWfdyx_YK8gtLgjYkPOak4fzwNUPIRGAZCcas/s400/pic+029.jpg" /></a><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhPEAvMjMwc_TfCZ7H8v-JR74AvRzU09a5pb0LfbIVFzg7CjBHJXb1PsAeeHJ5DBZPvI3I03KBVDfDE08YQ-VgeT6gErrNHh4LPumviF37wagnFQqdvkwvITKLFzcxgt5exZqdW2xbNdtk/s1600/pic+030.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left:1em; margin-right:1em"><img border="0" height="400" width="300" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhPEAvMjMwc_TfCZ7H8v-JR74AvRzU09a5pb0LfbIVFzg7CjBHJXb1PsAeeHJ5DBZPvI3I03KBVDfDE08YQ-VgeT6gErrNHh4LPumviF37wagnFQqdvkwvITKLFzcxgt5exZqdW2xbNdtk/s400/pic+030.jpg" /></a></div><br />
<i> Mustard Skinny Jeans - £16<br />
Blouse - £14<br />
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20% off everything in store would make this outfit £24<br />
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After my recent pleasant surprise in the form of an ASOS dress I have decided to branch out. I always assume that I wont be able to fit into certain stores so just don't even bother looking. Which is a huge shame as I end up limiting myself to the same 3 shops and walking around like a huge advert for their latest collection.<br />
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I noticed a few weeks back that Peacocks have a huge sale on, probably something to do with them going into administration but who am I to turn down a bargain!?<br />
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I have never even walked into a Peacocks store, the clothes in the window always looks aimed at kids and it never really appealed. When I saw their latest range and their collection by Pearl Lowe I decided to venture inside...<br />
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I was really pleased to see that they went up to a size 20 but didn't hold out much hope as I am a pessimist and I imagined their sizing to be teeny.<br />
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So in a fit of bravery today I ventured in and grabbed some adorable mustard skinny jeans and a cute blouse/top to test out their sizing.<br />
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LOOK HOW CUTE! <br />
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AND ... Look how nice they make my bum look. <br />
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<i>Yes I really did stand in a peacocks changing room taking pictures of my arse in jeans</i><br />
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The jeans were a smidge tight on the tummy, not in a bad way while standing but I can imagine sitting would get a bit painful... But the legs and bum were perfect! <br />
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I am in two minds, should I go back and buy? They might close down soon and I might never get the chance, but then again they were a little tight, but I am starting Zumba soon so might lose an inch or two... Decisions, decisions...<br />
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Help me decide?Nelly Elliotthttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15162313369677101125noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7872734304955195603.post-33532395112649606222012-01-31T01:33:00.000-08:002012-01-31T01:33:28.950-08:00New dress, new boots, new hair... Oh my!<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgKvM1bkvaceoU4M0LN3V-86ZIFMy00BLsmJ-ugkzfQEptL4gfzSM3xSGdlj6cePc9EtDY9AnOXE_c9A-tKWJjElqD7LFhUg4Iu2EtSrwryBtmst5YvPeoQ1nNmfHPfpxx6-ZFs-8bTc-M/s1600/pic+023.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left:1em; margin-right:1em"><img border="0" height="400" width="300" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgKvM1bkvaceoU4M0LN3V-86ZIFMy00BLsmJ-ugkzfQEptL4gfzSM3xSGdlj6cePc9EtDY9AnOXE_c9A-tKWJjElqD7LFhUg4Iu2EtSrwryBtmst5YvPeoQ1nNmfHPfpxx6-ZFs-8bTc-M/s400/pic+023.jpg" /></a></div><br />
I have managed to bag myself to really great bargains recently through the magic of Twitter! A few lovely bloggers that I follow have been having blog sales and advertising clothing for sale over twitter.<br />
This lovely dress was a bargain at just £5 from the lovely Danielle from <a href="http://www.ablogfromblackpool.com/">A Blog from Blackpool.</a><br />
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It was originally from Asos, which is a place I have never actually shopped before. I am always wary of sizing as I have heard horror stories about teeny sizes and also the fact that their "curve" models are totally un-curvy really puts me off. <br />
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The dress itself is a silky fabric with a shaped neckline and tulip style skirt.<br />
It is a little on the big side around the bust but teamed with a waist belt it is perfect! I love the pattern and skirt length.<br />
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The boots pictured were also a blog sale bargain from the lovely Toni from <a href="http://myplussizedwardrobe.blogspot.com/">My Plus Size Wardrobe.</a> Just £5 and they are really cute and a perfect fit!<br />
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I also re-hennaed my hair this weekend. I am a natural red head but I love using Henna to brighten my natural colour. I had some frankly terrible roots on show so bit the bullet and re-did it. I was worried I might end up with flame red roots and dark hair but it actually worked perfectly. The coverage was really even and the colour is gorgeous! The above dress photo was taken pre-henna so is more my natural shade, so you can see it really makes it pop!<br />
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I toyed with the idea of posting a "how-to" guide to henna, would you like to see that on the blog?<br />
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<i> I battled my problem of no full length mirror at home, but sneaking into a debenhams changing room over the weekend! Genius! </i>Nelly Elliotthttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15162313369677101125noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7872734304955195603.post-36611240821772279672012-01-17T11:19:00.000-08:002012-01-17T11:19:16.277-08:00What I wore today... Plaid and Boots.One of my new years resolutions this year was to make more of an effort with my appearance on a day to day basis. Over the past year I seem to have gotten "comfortable" in the same rotation of 3 or 4 outfits and I started to lose myself a little. I am one of those people who like to stand out from the crowd and project my personality through my choice of clothing.<br />
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In fact this blog is one of the ways I intend to stick to this resolutions! So here is my very first "What I wore today" post. (Don't expect one every single day, as neither my wardrobe or wallet will allow.)<br />
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As I have yet to get a proper full length mirror and my photography skills leave a lot to be desired these are not the best pictures.<br />
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Jumper - H&M BB Range - £14.99<br />
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Dress - Evans Sale 2010 - £8 (had a fallen hem so was really reduced, simply fixed)<br />
Boots - Evans £30 in the sale <br />
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This is one of my favourite dresses. I bought it in the Evan sale two years ago. It was right at the end of the sale when there is literally one measly rail left and I found this bad boy hidden amongst hideous floral blouses and stretchy pants. The top portion is a stretch cotton t-shirt style, with a plaid prom-style dress attached. It is a size bigger than I usually buy but it had a tie under the bust so can be brought in to appear smaller.<br />
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Today I teamed the dress with a simple grey jumper from H&M BB range, a string of pearls and my lovely new boots. <br />
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What do you think? A bit too catholic school girl?Nelly Elliotthttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15162313369677101125noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7872734304955195603.post-83266962251519929992012-01-17T10:28:00.000-08:002012-01-17T10:28:54.857-08:00All about the bright, bold brogues...<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEifQWc5v1M-Tvg3C7zM9yFpHWrv20WhZy7uqbGpLYq70ZGgaNLuDhk1iRbJ7O0Zt1-YskL2HEXmPBR1fjMtL799fP7MkpvJvCEDzNcmYTuPW7nbUKChsajQnyrEnkUP2ZrBGMg-bmCZyAY/s1600/6652944639_837122fd49.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left:1em; margin-right:1em"><img border="0" height="400" width="400" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEifQWc5v1M-Tvg3C7zM9yFpHWrv20WhZy7uqbGpLYq70ZGgaNLuDhk1iRbJ7O0Zt1-YskL2HEXmPBR1fjMtL799fP7MkpvJvCEDzNcmYTuPW7nbUKChsajQnyrEnkUP2ZrBGMg-bmCZyAY/s400/6652944639_837122fd49.jpg" /></a></div><br />
Flamingo Pink Brogue - Primark £9.50<br />
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A huge trend for Autumn/winter 2011 was the almighty brogue! A shoe normally considered quite masculine popped up all over the runways and high streets last year. I was initially wary as being plus size I sometimes struggle to feel feminine, so clunky manly shoes weren't for me.<br />
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However, when I saw these pink numbers on the shelf in Primark I fell in love! They are bright and cheerful and make me feel fashion forward (for a change).<br />
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I may have to pop back and buy them in a few colours.<br />
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Could you rock the masculine brogue?Nelly Elliotthttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15162313369677101125noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7872734304955195603.post-29872501577530997662012-01-07T07:40:00.000-08:002012-01-07T07:40:28.017-08:00Monochrome Magic<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhu11cdhaFuf9rMbL0SowbUrlysaetTOaO1K8FYm58FMjbgnVEdIqwMDsIZMA1LFKtQENc-4Yaitncx40SajVcbwpfZhDu3nc2W8iEDeS5QNCTxZ6ou6pgJE4w-fagtk3thX8TfTFrNfG8/s1600/monochrome.png" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left:1em; margin-right:1em"><img border="0" height="400" width="311" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhu11cdhaFuf9rMbL0SowbUrlysaetTOaO1K8FYm58FMjbgnVEdIqwMDsIZMA1LFKtQENc-4Yaitncx40SajVcbwpfZhDu3nc2W8iEDeS5QNCTxZ6ou6pgJE4w-fagtk3thX8TfTFrNfG8/s400/monochrome.png" /></a></div><br />
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Well, I am new to this whole "taking photos of myself" business so apologies for the awful quality but here is my very first outfit post.<br />
<blockquote>Black Jeans - Evans (£15 in sale)<br />
White long sleeve top - H&M BB Collection £12.99<br />
Dogtooth Jumper - H&M BB Collection £24.99<br />
Necklace - Dorothy Perkins (£3 in sale)<br />
</blockquote>I am a bit of a cheapskate when it comes to clothes, I don't earn an awful lot so am always on the look out for a bargain or sale. However, after my Birthday last year I spotted this gorgeous dogtooth jumper in H&M. I would of normally scoffed at the £25 price tag (I told you I was cheap!) but as I had some birthday money burning a hole in my pocket I snapped it up.<br />
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The first few times I wore it I felt like a million bucks, however, after the first wash it shrunk terribly. I followed the instructions on the label but it still lost about 6-8 inches in length! So I took it back and exchanged it for a new one assuming it must of been a dud one.<br />
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When I washed the new jumper I did it on a cool wash, it still lost 3-4 inches in length which was disappointing but it is wearable so I kept it; I'm just crazy for that dogtooth!<br />
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The moral of the story is that H&M don't seem to pre-wash their knitwear so I would buy a bigger size in future to try and combat this.<br />
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I am normally quite a colourful dresser so this monochrome look is a bit of a change for me, but the bold print still makes me feel quirky and fun. Although I am on the lookout for some bright coloured skinny jeans as I think they would look fabulous with this jumper.Nelly Elliotthttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15162313369677101125noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7872734304955195603.post-47173653391377120092012-01-06T08:41:00.000-08:002012-01-06T08:41:34.225-08:00A new little blog adventure<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjdjLTCHAMWpEA_9K-AT63ogs9YpqGN8TZR1w2Ma_boydGJS2HxJJ2aNw4-4PD9xXBL42cd-h0z0M4vyoq1zGz8A3pjbkP7_yDRnMCKXHhh0Qhcu4R-x6VftwsEMYPBiUckm-yqg3f9pkU/s1600/pic.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjdjLTCHAMWpEA_9K-AT63ogs9YpqGN8TZR1w2Ma_boydGJS2HxJJ2aNw4-4PD9xXBL42cd-h0z0M4vyoq1zGz8A3pjbkP7_yDRnMCKXHhh0Qhcu4R-x6VftwsEMYPBiUckm-yqg3f9pkU/s320/pic.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><br />
I have been toying with the idea of starting some sort of fashion blog/journal for a while now, it is something I have tried to do in the past but never seem to be able to get past the first sentence. In fact I have re-written this sentence about 127 times.<br />
The world of fashion blogging and indeed the fashion industry itself is quite intimidating to me, I have never felt as though I fit into a particular category or felt I was "cool" enough to bother trying, but fashion is still one of my passions. I actually have a degree in Fashion Design; doodles and various ideas of mine can be found dotted around all over the place. I personally don't consider myself much of a fashionista, but I do think I need a place to get my ideas out and also a place to help me build my confidence.<br />
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So here I am, starting a fashion blog.Nelly Elliotthttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15162313369677101125noreply@blogger.com0