OMCZ pt 5 Bare Arms

So seeing as I'm Waaay behind with the themes, as always, here's theme 5 in the OMCZ challenge. (Outside My Comfort Zone) 

Bare Arms, cold shoulders. 

A lot of people hate having their arms out so let's show them how it's done.

I won't lie, I haven't always had the confidence to get my arms out. Well not the tops of them anyway. I have the fatty 'bingo wing' and have occasionally shied away from vest tops when I'm feeling particularly vulnerable. Ive grown in confidence so these days it's very rare for me to do that. 

Wearing Chubby Cartwheels crop top here at StyleXL.

Arms out in a bandeau jumpsuit

Arms a'plenty when I'm heading to the leisure centre!

It's just another bit of me that wobbles. If I'm happy enough to get them tattooed then I should be happy enough to show them off. 

Check out some of the other beautiful ladies taking part in this months theme, and see if you too can take some inspiration on getting those wonderful upper arms out!

Steph http://www.seeingspots.co.uk/

Sarah http://plussizeproud.wordpress.com/

Becky Brown www.doesmyblogmakemelookfat.com

Leah www.justmeleah.co.uk

Natalie www.awheelbarrowfullofstyle.com

Gillian www.readysteadyfile.co.uk

Mary www.marysbigcloset.com

Hollie Http://www.prettybigbutterflies.com

Becca http://thegirlwiththeplait.blogspot.co.uk/ 

Sharon http://www.bigfatbetty.com/

Lottie http://adiaryofacurvygirly.blogspot.co.uk/

Kaye http://polishedcurves.com

Katt www.acurvycupcake.com

Kathryn: http://murderofgoths.com

Mookie: http://www.mookieslife.com/

The return of #OMCZ- Shopping Trip

Outside My Comfort Zone (OMCZ) is back! I missed week one as I was simply to busy but I'm back on track! These challenges are a great way to push each of our styles in to new territories and trying something we would usually avoid.

'The next theme has more of an open feeling to it. No specific items or patterns to showcase. Just show us what you'd wear to go shopping.

This is inspired by the Shopping Trip to Birmingham organised by Nikki . Knowing what to wear on a shopping trip in the colder months can be a challenge. You want to be warm enough when you're outside but as soon as you go inside it's too hot.'

I love this theme as it shows how I dress on a daily basis! As I don't work, I don't really have a reason to dress smartly but always have to dress as practical as possible. I'm smeared with food within an hour of dressing, most days, so I'm used to having to change at least once a day. 

Here's what I wear for an average shopping trip

Cream and gold fleck jumper is old New Look Inspire, leggings are H&M, bag and pumps are Primark.

I get so hot and flustered when I'm out shopping so tend to not wear a jacket. I also like to wear a black vest and leggings so that I have something plain to wear when trying on clothes. 

Here's a list of other bloggers taking part in the challenge. 

Steph http://www.seeingspots.co.uk/

Sarah http://plussizeproud.wordpress.com/

Becky Brown www.doesmyblogmakemelookfat.com

Nikki http://www.nattynikki.com

Leah www.justmeleah.co.uk

Natalie www.awheelbarrowfullofstyle.com

Gillian www.readysteadyfile.co.uk

Mary www.marysbigcloset.com

Hollie Http://www.prettybigbutterflies.com

Becca http://thegirlwiththeplait.blogspot.co.uk/ 

Kaye http://polishedcurves.com/

OMCZ 33 - Summer Fun Day

This theme was chosen by Becca and this is what she said;

"It’s getting warmer in the UK and it’s nearly time for the Summer Fun Days to start. Whether it be your local village fun day, a school fayre or a party at a friend’s house, I want to see your outfits for those days out soaking up the sun"

Days like these I tend to make little effort with hair and make up as if it's hot then I really don't want to sit and sweat it off. I tend to opt for a maxi dress or simple top and skirt. Here's what I chose

Crop top, skirt and jelly sandals are all current season Primark, necklace is vintage

Here's a list of the other beauties taking part

Betty - http://www.bigfatbetty.com/

Natalie - http://awheelbarrowfullofstyle.blogspot.co.uk/

Nikki - http://www.nattynikki.com

Stephanie - http://www.seeingspots.co.uk/

Mary - http://www.marysbigcloset.blogspot.pt

Hollie - Http://www.prettybigbutterflies.com

Erin - http://erinslittlebigcorner.blogspot.co.uk/

Debz - http://www.wannabeprincess.co.uk/

Becca - http://thegirlwiththeplait.blogspot.co.uk/

Rebs -http://sullen-hearts.blogspot.co.uk/

Katt - http://acurvycupcake.blogspot.co.uk/

Verena - http://aplussizefashionobsession.blogspot.de/

Mookie - http://muki7x7.blogspot.co.uk/

Leah - www.justmeleah.co.uk

Danielle - www.daniellerharris.com

Beverly - www.thecurvyword.com

Sam  http://fattyboomtatty.blogspot.co.uk/ 

Gillian - www.weegillie.com

Abi - http://aisforabi.blogspot.co.uk/

OMCZ #31 Sitting down

Since starting this challenge (I came in late) I have loved the tasks given to me that actually do put me out of my comfort zone. Some have been easy and others a little more challenging, not for how it made me feel but more of a fashion thing. This challenge however, really made me realise that some people lack a lot more confidence than I do. The theme was chosen by Steph. This is what she said  'As a fat woman i'm expected to stand up, breathe in and generally blend into the background. It's my birthday today and I fancy a sit down and I'd like to ask all my fellow plus size bloggers to sit down. Wear what every you like but post a photo of yourself sat down.'

I read it and thought to myself 'Is that it?!' But to others this is a massive deal. When sat down you can't hide rolls and breathe in etc.. But then to me that means the standing photos are not a true representation of what we look like.
I remember a time when I simply refused to use a certain high street chain as their fitting rooms had 3 different mirrors so you could see yourself from every angle. It was my idea of hell. I looked good in a little make up mirror, surely that would be enough !
I was wrong. Now I've grown to like myself, I realise that it's a great thing to look at your body from every angle. Ok so maybe not every day but occasionally I give myself a good look in the full length mirror and take note of all the bits I like. The dip in my lower back, my tattoos, my non existent bum... So taking a photo in a stance that I'm not usually seen at on screen doesn't worry me. I have a belly and I'm full aware that when I sit, it scrunchies up. And that's ok x

                                     Shirt; George@Asda
                                     Bodycon skirt; H&M
                                     Tights; F+F
                                     Platform pumps, necklace and acid wash backpack; Primark
Here's a list of the other participants in this challenge

Natalie - http://awheelbarrowfullofstyle.blogspot.co.uk
Nikki - http://www.nattynikki.com
Stephanie - http://www.seeingspots.co.uk
Becky - http://www.doesmyblogmakemelookfat.com
Mary - http://www.marysbigcloset.blogspot.pt
Hollie - http://www.prettybigbutterflies.com
Erin - http://erinslittlebigcorner.blogspot.co.uk
Debz - http://www.wannabeprincess.co.uk
Becca - http://thegirlwiththeplait.blogspot.co.uk
Rebs - http://sullen-hearts.blogspot.co.uk
Katt - http://acurvycupcake.blogspot.co.uk
Leah - http://www.justmeleah.blogspot.co.uk
Mookie - http://muki7x7.blogspot.co.uk
Danielle - http://www.daniellerharris.com
Gillian - http://www.weegillie.com
Sarah - http://plussizeproud.wordpress.com

OMCZ #29 Pastels

This fortnights OMCZ was chosen by Hollie. I cant stress how much I love pastels. Any time of the year, I'm constantly trying to incorporate them in somewhere. (Hence the pastel peach hair!)

This is what Hollie said;

                                    Pastels are here for Spring & Summer but I'd love some inspiration from you lovely ladies. I want to see you florish in fondant colours. Pinks, Mints, Sky Blues... the list goes on. I don't want to hide away this Summer so this will be good practise!

I thought about wearing something simple like a pastel coloured dress but thought that would be a little safe. This outfit I chose is my everyday wear whilst being a busy mum. Black tops hide splatters and sticky fingerprints that i'm usually sporting at the end oi the day! This is also the first time I got to wear my beautiful new cut out boots from Simply Be. As soon as I spotted hologram shoes I knew I had to have some but held out until I found something that I really loved. These fit the bill perfectly. Cant wait to wear them with other outfits throughout the summer.

Vest; H&M

Skirt and cardigan; Old Primark

Necklace; Old Primark

Boots; Simply Be

Nails were painted to match my skirt. This is from Avon shade Sea Breeze

Be sure to check out the other girls taking part in this challenge;

Natalie	http://awheelbarrowfullofstyle.blogspot.co.uk/
Nikki	http://www.nattynikki.com
Becky Brown	http://www.doesmyblogmakemelookfat.com
Mary	http://www.marysbigcloset.blogspot.pt
Hollie	Http://www.prettybigbutterflies.com
Erin	http://erinslittlebigcorner.blogspot.co.uk/
Debz	http://www.wannabeprincess.co.uk/
Stephanie	http://www.seeingspots.co.uk/
Becca	http://thegirlwiththeplait.blogspot.co.uk/
Rebs	http://sullen-hearts.blogspot.co.uk/
Katt	http://acurvycupcake.blogspot.co.uk/
Leah	www.justmeleah.co.uk
Betty	http://www.bigfatbetty.com/
Danielle	www.daniellerharris.com
Beverly	www.thecurvyword.com
Gillian	www.weegillie.com
Sarah	http://plussizeproud.wordpress.com/
Abi	http://aisforabi.blogspot.co.uk/

Leather, Lace and Fur

The wonderful Katie G over on  http://www.toodalookatie.blogspot.com come up with a blog challenge to use lace, leather, faux fur incorporated in to 2 outfits. One being a casual daytime outfit and the second, an evening outfit using all or one of the chosen elements. I went with a faux leather skirt for the day time and lace for the evening. Normally, I would of chose them the other way round but seeing as I have yet to really jump on the leather wearing bandwagon, I would push my comfort zone and dress the leather skirt down. I think it totally worked and I love the outcome!

                         Skirt and T shirt and glasses; Primark
                         Platform plimsols; George@Asda

For the evening outfit, I chose my new lace dress that I found in the sale this week at Asda. I just love the colour.

                                            Dress, George@Asda
                                            Bag; H&M
                                            Boots; Ebay shop

Be sure to check out the other girls who have participated in this challenge.

Katie – http://www.toodalookatie.blogspot.com

Steph - http://www.seeingspots.co.uk/

Sally - http://www.thehumanmannequin.co.uk

Anne-Lise – http://muki7x7.blogspot.co.uk 

Hollie - http://prettybigbutterflies.com

Claire - http://amonkeyfatshionista.co.uk

Nikki- http://www.nattynikki.com

Amanda - http://cruellamcg.wordpress.com

Sara - http://confusedbrit.wordpress.com

OMCZ 25 My First Challenge!

So I've jumped on the OMCZ bandwagon. The challenge this time was accessories, chosen by the lovely Nikki, who said  'I thought we can use scarves, bags or statement jewellery to show how you can change the look of an outfit and the bolder the better'.

Def a great theme for me as I LOVE accessories, the bolder the better!

I chose this plain cream dress that has a charcoal fleck/marl effect. It cost a whopping £2 in the George @Asda sale. Paired with my faithful black Dorothy P leggings and Next tan boots. Perfect enough outfit for carrying out boring mum duties.

These are what I chose to accessorize with. Large multi-chain necklace from passed seasons Topshop and my fave cage belt from Asos Curve. I swapped the boots for heels too. Chuck on a biker jacket and take along a clutch bag and grab a drink with friends! (I would also look in the mirror and straighten out my dress and belt too lol)

Here's the list of all the other fab babes doing the challenge;

Betty	http://www.bigfatbetty.com/
Natalie	http://awheelbarrowfullofstyle.blogspot.co.uk/
Nikki	http://www.nattynikki.com
Stephanie	http://www.seeingspots.co.uk/
Becky	http://www.doesmyblogmakemelookfat.com
Mary	http://www.marysbigcloset.blogspot.pt
Hollie	Http://www.prettybigbutterflies.com
Erin	http://erinslittlebigcorner.blogspot.co.uk/
Debz	http://www.wannabeprincess.co.uk/
Becca	http://thegirlwiththeplait.blogspot.co.uk/
Rebs	http://sullen-hearts.blogspot.co.uk/
Katt	http://acurvycupcake.blogspot.co.uk/
Verena	http://aplussizefashionobsession.blogspot.de/
Mookie	http://muki7x7.blogspot.co.uk/
Leah	http://www.justmeleah.co.uk
Danielle	http://www.daniellerharris.com
Beverly	http://www.thecurvyword.com
Sam	http://fattyboomtatty.blogspot.co.uk/
Gillian	www.weegillie.com