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18th September 2019

Wednesday Wishlist — Pinup Basic Skirts

Congrats guys, we’ve made it half way through the week!

I’m not religious in any way, but lord save me from this week. I’m in stupid pain at the moment and my brain’s to functioning correctly. Life with depression is a real bitch! But I’m going to stare at pretty things and carry on my pin up basics Wednesday Wishlists. Today we’re heading into the land on the pinup basic skirts!

Miss Candyfloss

If there was a winner for best range of basics skirts — Miss Candyfloss is the one. I was honestly shocked by the range they have! They have the most perfect separates for those who fancy 40’s styling more to 50s, too.

Hell Bunny

Don’t try me, leopard print and tartans can be neutrals. Haha! I mean, no rockabilly worth their salt would pass up a leopard pencil skirt!

Boohoo Plus

Okay, hear me out here. Boohoo isn’t the first thing you think of when you’re trying to find anything pin up. However, what Boohoo does do is incredibly well priced items that you can work into your pin up wardrobe easily. I have a few of the tube skirts that I wear in my alternative wardrobe, but also dressed up with a cute vintage-styled top for added vamp!

Banned Retro

Banned Retro go from strength to strength each season, and they have a really lovely range of solid-coloured skirts up to a 4XL to choose from. That mustard swing skirt is quite dreamy!

Do you have a go-to for your pinup basic skirts?

And don’t forget to keep an eye out on my Pinup Basics Pinterest board!

21st August 2019

Wednesday Wishlist — Plus Size Pinup Basic Tops

Happy Humpday, friends!

How are you doing dolls? I had a relaxing few days off, where I practically did nothing. I rarely allow myself ‘nothing’ days as I get really anxious that I’m not doing things, however it’s been wonderful. In my last Outfits of The Week post, I mentioned I needed some basics. So today’s Wishlist is all about plus size pinup basic tops! Over the next few weeks I’ll be putting together lots of basics wish lists — feel free to let me know your favourites in the comments!

Plus Size Pinup Basic Tops

Vivien Of Holloway

Vivien of Holloway doesn’t make too many appearances on the blog, since I find their sizes to be too small to really be plus-sized. However, from their size guide it looks like that’s changed, which is great! They now reach a rough UK20-22, but these tops looks like they have enough stretch for larger sizes to work with.

Lindy Bop

We all know I love Lindy Bop. The quality is so great, given the price! So if you want some more affordable basics for your wardrobe, I can’t recommend them enough. I do wish they’d bring out more colours in their shrugs, though!

Emmy Designs

When it comes to knitwear, Emmy Designs is THE ONE. I’m not joking here, they have the greatest cardigans on the scene. Truly vintage-inspired and of incredible quality. I’ve not had the pleasure of owning one of their pieces yet, but I’ve tried a few on from Revival Retro and there’s nothing like them.

They officially go up to a UK20, but as they’re knitwear with stretch, you can often size down. I think I’ve worn a UK16 from them comfortably. And you can find them in almost any colour!

Miss Candyfloss

Miss Candyfloss is one of those brands you can tell from a mile off. They have a really wonderful style that is so distinctive. I was surprised that they have so many pinup basic tops options, actually!

Hell Bunny

Ooooh, Hell Bunny’s colour palettes at the moment are making me want pumpkin spiced everything and falling leaves! I have some Hell Bunny cardigans that I ADORE, and the quality is wonderful. Do I need a teal cardigan in my wardrobe? I think so!

Banned Apparel

Banned Apparel have great knitwear in general, and a great selection of colours and styles in all sizes. The April Love cardigan is just dreamy — I want one in every colour! The same with the Raven cardigan, though, that’s my perfect style of cardigan.

Where is your favourite place/s to get pinup basics?

I want to know if there’s anyone I’ve forgotten! And remember, you can see my Pinup Basics Pinterest board to see what new things I find!

31st July 2019

Wednesday Wishlist — Plus Size Wedding Guest

Happy Wednesday beautiful people!

So I realised last week that I have a wedding this weekend. I know, I’m an awful person for forgetting — but now is the time to work out the outfit, right? If I’m honest, I cheated and made my dress which I’ll be posting up next week. But it didn’t stop me trawling my favourite sites and brands to inspire me! So for this week, we have some plus size wedding guest inspiration.

Chi Chi London

Chi Chi London is the place I think of first when I think of wedding guest dresses. They have such beautifully feminine designs that just fit right at home at a wedding. Navy lace is a great all-rounder — pair with metallics for a luxe night-time venue, or add pale pinks or bright yellows and reds for a fun daytime twist! And the Ariyah dress is just screaming for a gorgeous hat, right?

Lindy Bop

Retro is always king at a wedding, don’t you think? You really can’t go wrong with a vintage-styled dress, and Lindy Bop is always incredible value — so it’s definitely worth trying, even just for the day! The Harlow is a great way of wearing darker colours without looking somber, and what summer wedding wouldn’t enjoy a lemon print print Audrey? (You can read my post on the Lemon Audrey here)

ASOS Curve

Of course ASOS Curve needs a mention when talking about plus size wedding guest style! I decided to only show items from their own ranges this time, too. But these all would be amazing at a wedding. The maxi dress is just incredible, isn’t it? And I really don’t prescribe to the idea that wearing black is a bad idea at a wedding, hence the middle dress. It can be incredibly chic with minimal jewellery and shoes, or go crazy with statement pieces! The fallen shoulder dress is just beautiful, too. And it comes in black, emerald green and a white-backed print if you want another colour!

Loud Bodies

Okay, shit guys. I’m utterly in LOVE with Loud Bodies at the moment. Everything is beautiful, flouncy, ethereal and gorgeous. And everything goes up to a 5XL, with FREE custom sizes. Plus they use actual plus-sized models and models with disabilities, which just makes me so happy. Visibility at its best, here! And pretty much everything will work for a wedding guest, don’t you think? You wouldn’t even need to accessorise these garments and you’d still look incredible.

Boohoo Plus

It’s not a Wednesday Wishlist without Boohoo Plus, right? I can’t sing Boohoo’s praises enough, since their stuff is crazy affordable and the fit is 95% excellent on their Plus items. And there’s a damn jumpsuit! Nothing says “I’m so happy you’re getting married” like having to get naked to pee, right? Right?! But you’d look awesome doing so. You can of course go the easy route with a flowery number that would look great with plain accessories, or the blush pink dress which calls for some statement shoes or bag!

Will you be a plus size wedding guest this year?

Let me know what you’re planning on wearing in the comments, you guys know I love looking at clothes!

11th July 2019

Wednesday Wishlist — Summer Pin Up Accessories

You read that right — Wednesday Wishlist is on a Thursday this week, because I’ve literally just got wifi in the flat!

How are we all doing this week? England’s cooled down a little bit, and certainly gotten it’s grey skies back! But it’s certainly summer at the moment, and boy has it been warm so far! So for today we’re looking at some perfect summer pin up accessories to celebrate.

Bow and Crossbones

Bow and Crossbones, my love, my dearest — bringing a little tiki to the world with their new collections! And of course honey bees, because honey bees. I’m slightly obsessed with the wicker carved bangles, too.

B.A.I.T Footwear

What’s summer without completely insane shoes, right?! I love BAIT for their whimsy, and their newest additions are gorgeous. I mean — how much do I need the gingham Ubean heels? And red lurex on the Olympia? I’m in love.

Miranda’s Choice

I first came across Miranda’s Choice at London Edge earlier in the year, and their star was so playful. It matched their products perfectly! They have all sorts of accessories to peruse, but I especially loved the corsages — and of course a Carmen Miranda hat!

Erstwilder

It ain’t about summer pin up accessories unless Erstwilder is mentioned, right? The Australians are back at it with their current Endangered Animals collection, and the red panda makes me want to cry. Fun fact; Giant pandas and red pandas are my favourite animals.

Splendette

Have I ever mentioned my love for Splendette before? I don’t think I have! Haha! Every season they bring out great items, and this summer is all about the heavy carve bangles! That jade colour is to die for!

What are your essential summer pin up accessories?

Let me know in the comments below!

19th June 2019

Wednesday Wishlist – High Street Homeware

Ohhhh holy crap guys, I’m moving!

I mentioned very briefly when talking about my mental health a few posts back that I’m going to be moving. This has suddenly turned to a scream of oh god I’m moving today. And instead of doing anything productive lately, I’ve been browsing the plethora or high street homewares on offer!

Over the last few years, there’s been an increase in high street homeware. As in, straight up womenswear fashion brands launching homeware lines. Brands are slowly becoming full lifestyle one-stop-shops for dressing yourself and your home. And since I adore interior designing and happen to have an IKEA issue (full on banned myself from going there), why not show you what I’m loving in homewares this week?

H&M

H&M is one of the first high street fashion stores that did homewares, and one that most people think of when high street homewares is mentioned. They have a lot of Scandinavian design obviously, which veers more towards the minimalist and trend-led. But they also have some wonderful vintage-inspired pieces, and even the odd novelty item!

Urban Outfitters

I will never be the right size to wear Urban Outfitters — and frankly it’s not my style at all — but MY GOD. I adore their homewares, I really do. They’ve got some on-trend femme sass going on, and I’m living for it, frankly. Every time I look on the website I find something else I love, so much so that it was hard to decide just three!

Zara Home

Zara is a shop that is never on my radar. Honestly, just never comes to mind when I think about clothing. I don’t even know what sort of clothing they do. But I do happen to stalk their homewares to see what’s good! They have a much more minimalist style than I often like — but there’s some gems hidden in there. Look at the novelty sets!

George at ASDA

Okay, so ASDA isn’t quite a high street homeware store, but it still counts, right? I grew up on George clothing because my mum has worked at ASDA for years, and over the last few years the homeware has blown up. Remember the whole pin up craze they had a few years back? I still have some bathroom accessories with Elvgren-style pin ups on. George at ASDA is my #1 for novelty mugs.

Oliver Bonas

I always end up in Oliver Bonas. Have I ever bought from there? No. Do I fit into any of the clothes? No. Do I even love a lot of their high street homeware? Another no. But I saw these incredible Mika Monkey lamps and frankly I’m obsessed.

River Island

River Island again are another brand I just don’t think about when it comes to clothes. Even when I was younger, it was the shop in town I always ignored. But it turns out they have some lovely simple homewares available. I especially love the bedspreads.

Do you have any go-to shops for homewares?

I’m in deep with this instead of packing, so let me know what shops you go to for yours! And remember, you can keep an eye on what I like on Pinterest;

5th June 2019

Wednesday Wishlist; Summer Plus Size Pin-Up

Hi friends!

It’s about time I get back to fashion on this blog, right? It’s been busy for me in real life, but I feel about ready to get back to blogging as a priority! There’s no Style Saturday sorted for this week – I was too tired after my birthday weekend – but there certainly is some summer plus size pin up style today for Wednesday Wishlist!

Lindy Bop

I love some Lindy Bop in the summer! And their whole riviera theme is gorgeous, don’t you think? Some styles are sold out in some sizes, but Lindy Bop generally go from sizes 8-24, making them perfect for summer plus size pin up styles!

Hell Bunny

Hell Bunny always bring out something that I just say “FINALLY” at! And today, it’s Culottes. Okay — so plus sized clothing is no stranger to the culotte, but these aren’t shapeless, they look so streamlined and gorgeous! And their safari print is just beautiful. They’re now doing all their range in the plus sizes by the looks of things, too!

Banned Apparel

Although I’m a little disappointed by the lack of plus size styles from Banned this season, they do have two things I appreciate; 1. Trousers. 2. GODDAMN LOBSTERS. Honestly, I love how ridiculous the whole lobster thing is, and I certainly need this dress! I’m also interested in the wide leg trousers, they have a wide elasticated waist which seems like a great idea for plus sizes.

Dolly And Dotty

I’ve not being keeping an eye on Dolly and Dotty recently — and more fool me, really! They’ve got some incredibly pretty prints in this season, and a new dress style I really love — the Patricia. And they cater up to a size 26, which is so refreshing to see.

Love ur Look

I’m going for three whole different moods with Love ur Look, but MY GOD. I would give my left tit to wear that sequinned dress, I really would! Love ur Look are working on their sizing too, which means most of their items go up to a 6XL. Which is just absolutely incredible, especially for a small business!

Joanie Clothing

Joanie is one of my favourite places for summer plus size pin up dresses! All their clothing comes in sizes 8-22, and they always have the cutest little summer dresses!

What’s your Wednesday Wishlist?

Let me know in the comments!

See the previous Wednesday Wishlists here

13th March 2019

Wednesday Wishlist — Late Winter/Early Spring

Happy Humpday!

I don’t care what the shops say. It’s quite not spring yet. Or at least the spring/summer sort of spring they think it is. It’s been raining a lot in the country this week, it’s still cold, and the blue skies of last week seem a distant memory honestly! This time of year is so awkward for dressing. The shops/sites we look at are constantly pushing spring/summer vibes, however, it’s currently pissing it down with rain and it’s gone back to the single digits in temperature.

Bow and Crossbones

I’ve been spending a lot of time looking at and pining for jewellery recently. I’ve become a little bored with my current collection — which isn’t exactly small! — so I’m looking for pretty new things to wear all year around. Safe to say that the music notes sort of has my name on it, right?

Charlie Stone

Charlie Stone is fast becoming the most talked about shoe brand in the vintage scene! They’re relatively new, and they only have a few stockists in the UK at the moment, but their vintage-styled flats will be incredibly popular this summer. And they even have a vegan range! Personally, the idea of the real leather sounds best to me (I need the stretch), but I love that there is options.

Voodoo Vixen

Okay first off, OVERALLS. I doubt they’d work for me, honestly, but I love that overalls exist in larger sizes. It makes me really happy. I love Voodoo Vixen, and I also love how these items can be styled for spring/summer AND autumn/winter. Bare legs or thick tights work so well, and the skirt and dress have a lot of colours to pick out for colourful tights options!

Rubylea

Oh Rubylea, will I ever stop loving you? No. No I will not. I’m still wearing my Rosie and Carmen turbans on a regular basis, but I’m trying to decide what colours and styles to take through to spring. Maybe the Bow Turban in black jersey? What about you?

Hotter Shoes

I’m trying to get used to wearing heels more recently. Flats are starting to ruin my feet, but finding small, pretty, comfortable heels is a nightmare. Luckily for me, Hotter does some gorgeous little vintage-inspired heels! The Donna heels are the most popular, but I do reckon I need those red Viviene’s!

Joanie Clothing

Last but never least — Joanie Clothing’s New In always has me excited regardless of weather. I adore the Pankhurst tee, which raises money for women’s charity, and the Deborah jumper is simply incredible. I wish it wasn’t orange, because that would be on my body for weeks.

What are you craving for this week? Getting ready for summer or still looking for winter warmers?

Let me know in the comments — and remember to keep an eye out on my Pinterest to see what’s inspiring me this week!

13th February 2019

Wednesday Wishlist – Valentines Style Edition

Okay yeah, this is a bit late.

I realise Valentine’s Day is literally tomorrow, and that makes it just a tad late for showing off any Valentines style. But I’m not called Last-Minute-Melody for nothing!

If I’m completely honest, Valentine’s Day isn’t something I’ve ever really bothered with — single, or in a relationship. I think organised love is awkward, but at the same time I love a theme, so Valentines style is totally down my alley! So here’s a little selection of cute things I’d have if I’d gotten my life together before the day itself!

Some of these links are affiliate links, which means if you happen to buy something, I might get a little bit of money. It might just help fund my coffee addiction, that’s all. No one pays me to feature these, read more here.

Punky Pins

We all know my love for pins, and I love that Punky Pins aways has a self-love featured Valentines! Brie Mine had me cackling because I bloody love a pun. And brie, of course.

Joanie Clothing

Joanie has a whole Valentines Date Night Edit which is really cute, but their jumpers are standing our for me at the moment! It has been so cold lately, however with these jumpers would be so good at keeping you cosy and stylish. Sizes UK8 – UK22

Vendula London

This line just came into the shop, and I’m a little bit in love with it.

Hell Bunny

Rose prints and dachshunds. What more could you want from your Valentines style? Plus the Python Rose dress is the perfect anti-sweet dress for the occasion! Sizes XS – 4XL

Luxulite

Do you love puns? Because I love puns! Especially vintage puns, which are honestly the worst ones you can come across. I showed these to my boyfriend and he groaned SO hard. But you can’t deny how amazing they are, right? The bowling pin’s faces have me cackling.

What will your Valentines Style be? Let me know in the comments!

12th December 2018

Wednesday Wishlist – Pin Up Christmas Gift Guide

Happy Humpday! How weird is it that Christmas is only two weeks away?

I’m luckily mostly finished with Christmas shopping, but I wanted to take a moment to show you guys some great Christmas gift ideas for the pin up girls in your life – and none of them require knowing sizes! You just can’t go wrong with these ideas from my Pin Up Christmas Gift Guide!

These are mainly UK-based businesses, and most are independent, which means organising special delivery would be much easier. Royal Mail always advise to buy anything before the 18th December, but those last-minuters out there should have some options here!

As a side note; some of these links are affiliate links. It means if you buy something through clicking a link on here, I might get a couple of quid. It helps me afford my mulled wine addiction.

Rubylea

Turbans are ALL the rage right now, and personally I adore them. They add colour and interest to a hairstyle, or are perfect for a bad hair day cover up! I have two Rubylea turbans that I’ll be reviewing soon, and the quality is just beautiful. Plus, there’s colours and fabrics for every person!

Luxulite

Do I need to confess my love for Luxulite any more than I do on a regular basis? Probably not, but they make for excellent gifts no matter. There is also the odd Halloween item left for that person in your office that is Halloween Everyday!

House of Drewvid

Give the gift of GREAT HAIR this Christmas! If your pin up is a fan of setting her hair and finding the best products around, tried and tested hair products are perfect! They’re also good for beginners in vintage hairstyling, and I’ve got two hair tutorials using these products too! Click here for a straight 60 style and here for my signature curled look. And you can even buy all the products in one handy pack.

Note; HoDV’s last posting day is the 18th December!

Bow and Crossbones

Bow and Crossbones is my absolute go-to for earrings! But from vintage deadstock sets to confetti lucite, you’ll find all the jewellery you could ever dream of!

Lady Lucks Boutique

A gift that keeps giving for any pin up is hair flowers! Lady Luck’s got you sorted, add one for a nice stocking filler, or buy an assortment for an exciting gift. Buy in their favourite colours and blooms for year round joy, and you’ll know they’ll treasure it for years to come!

Vendula London

Of course Vendula London should be mentioned! Our purses and wallets are great for gifts, and it helps that they come in all shapes, sizes, colours and designs. Also, the pin up in your life will love the pouch bags, which can be worn as a clutch, crossbody or even as a makeup bag!

Vendula London’s online store states UK orders should be ordered by 16/12, however the stores are open until 24/12!

Punky Pins

This Christmas, why not put the “Pin” in pin up? Okay, so it’s not the most vintage-styled gift in the world. However, enamel pins are so popular, surely you can’t go wrong? Plus Punky Pins have such a wide range of cute, craft or feminist pins available. You can surely find one (or ten) that suits your pin up! And they’re good for Secret Santa gifts!

Splendette

Most pin ups wear bangles. It’s just how things are – and picking a stack of their favourite colours is always going to go down well! Personally, I’ll have two of every colour please, Santa!

I hope this helps if you’re stuck on what to buy for your pin-up this Christmas! (Or yourself, you’re always the best at getting you a present, anyway!

28th November 2018

Wednesday Wishlist – Plus Size Party Dresses

I’m really bad at getting ahead of the game on seasonal wants. Whereas other people were in full Christmas swing as soon as November 1st came about, I avoid it like the plague until mid-late November. Why? Because otherwise it’s not special! That said, I realise Christmas Party season is basically all December long, so I wanted to show you my favourite plus size party dresses in good time!

Please note that some of these links are affiliate links. All that means is that if you buy something, I might get a couple of quid commission. And maybe I could afford all that coffee I drink…

Boohoo Plus

I wasn’t too impressed with the everyday clothes Boohoo had in their Plus range. But they’re pretty good and bringing it to the table when it comes to party wear! They even have a whole page of occasionwear!

Joanie Clothing

I’m absolutely in love with Joanie Clothing at the moment, which you might know since I posted dresses by them two weeks in a row! I’m kinda dying for the green dress!

ASOS Curve

ASOS always pull it out of the bag when it comes to partywear! Although, I don’t know where this knot-front style dress has come from, and why every plus and curve collection has them. I also don’t know why I love every single version either.

Lindy Bop

Lindy Bop have just rolled out a new Silver Screen range, which has more elegant 20s and 30s styling. I love these maxi dresses for more formal outings, and the Gina dress for some subtle glamour!

Yours Clothing

Yours Clothing have some lovely and affordable choices this season. Because I love a sparkly dress, the wrap dress really tickles my fancy. And it comes in red, too!

Vivien Of Holloway

Vivien of Holloway is generally at the smaller end of the scale, but they’ve changed their sizing somewhat over the last few years. The size guide only goes up to a 38inch waist, which means around a UK20-22 is the highest it goes. However, these dresses are just too gorgeous to not add to the list! How perfect is that red wiggle for Christmas?

Simply Be

Okay, I’m kinda cheating now since two of these are skirts, but at the same time – LOOK AT THEM. The teal sequin skirt has me all aflutter if I’m honest. The colour is gorgeous. I also love the deco-styled dress for its simplicity.

What are you wearing for your Christmas party this year?

You can see all my favourites on Pinterest too!

Congrats guys, we’ve made it half way through the week!

Miss Candyfloss

Boohoo Plus

Do you have a go-to for your pinup basic skirts?

Happy Humpday, friends!

Plus Size Pinup Basic Tops

Where is your favourite place/s to get pinup basics?

Happy Wednesday beautiful people!

Will you be a plus size wedding guest this year?

You read that right — Wednesday Wishlist is on a Thursday this week, because I’ve literally just got wifi in the flat!

What are your essential summer pin up accessories?

Ohhhh holy crap guys, I’m moving!

Oliver Bonas

Do you have any go-to shops for homewares?

Hi friends!

Dolly And Dotty

What’s your Wednesday Wishlist?

Happy Humpday!

What are you craving for this week? Getting ready for summer or still looking for winter warmers?

Okay yeah, this is a bit late.

What will your Valentines Style be? Let me know in the comments!

Happy Humpday! How weird is it that Christmas is only two weeks away?

I hope this helps if you’re stuck on what to buy for your pin-up this Christmas! (Or yourself, you’re always the best at getting you a present, anyway!

What are you wearing for your Christmas party this year?

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