Beat the January blues and invest in your wardrobe with Long Tall Sally’s new spring collection.

There appears to be a lot of colour about in the Spring ranges I have seen so far and it  makes such a refreshing change to the dowdy but often comforting winter colours we wear. I think it is because I have got used to my winter wardrobe so you forget that colour really does exist!

Long Tall Sally have produced some fabulous pieces to get you in the mood for summer, specially tailored to those above 5′8″. Like this floral print Belvoir dress which will take you from winter to spring and onto the summer months, pair it with some cute pumps when the warmer months appear and flip flops with the summer heat or for your holiday. I also adore this beautifully printed shift dress in the same style but it just offers more vibrancy and colour and one which will certainly take you through the  summer months.

The green bangle she wears in this photograph is also available from LTS at only £8.

Would love to know your thoughts on the new collection, comments below, what will you be investing in for your new season wardrobe?

The third trimester things start to get tricky again. I was absolutely knackered at work, my body started to get heavier than I ever thought it would- which really slows you down (oh and there is only about one sexual position I could manage- 2 at a stretch, and when I say a stretch I mean it in the literal sense)!!!

My feet and ankles swelled up to immense proportions, they were named ‘the trotters’ by Matt and the godfather to be. I didn’t even take offence- they really were trotters a pig would’ve been proud of! My hands also swelled, and whilst I had been used to being the brawn of the family- with even Matt asking me to open jars for him, things switched, and it even ached to send a text!!! I could no longer fit my engagement ring on, which prompted a few strangers to ask if I was still with the father!
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If you are lucky enough to be getting some winter sunshine this year then I am thinking of you! Mainly because I too would like to escape the cold winter months but I was thinking ‘okay so how am I going to get hold of a new swimsuit at this time of year?’

I find swim wear a real difficulty and I am always searching for advice before I try to find the retailer with the right size. Swimsuits, like any garment, can make you feel fabulous or far from it if you get it wrong. So I had a look for videos to help me get the right shape and thought I would share this one with you.

This is an American retailer but I am sure the advice can be taken wherever you decide to shop. If anyone has any advice videos then please share them with the group. The retailer is Swim suits for all. Here’s the vid!

For all you curvy brides-to-be, Heavenly Bodies Bridal have just launched a brilliant new service in which you’ll be spoilt rotten!

The Heavenly Bodies boutique is situated in Catford, London and specialises in size 16-34 wedding dresses. So if you’ve just got engaged or you’re starting to plan your wedding, this could be the perfect pamper package for you…

For £75, you and three of your nearest and dearest (perhaps your mum and bridesmaids) can enjoy two and a half hours with the Heavenly Bodies Bridal team, who will not only show you dresses that suit your figure, but also advise you on jewellery, shoes and underwear. You’ll even get a skin analysis from a beauty expert along with advice on what colours suit your skintone and what make-up to wear on your all-important day.
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By Heavenly Bodies Bridal, London.

In these days of credit crunch and economic uncertainty, many couples are keeping a closer eye on what they spend.
Here are some great hints and tips for making your day a special event.

PATRICIA Caesar from Heavenly Bodies Bridal has years of experience helping brides to get the perfect gown for them. Catering exclusively for the plus size bride, every wedding dress in the Heavenly Bodies Bridal store is between size 16 and 32. Continuing reading to find out what her tips are for finding the perfect fit when it comes to your wedding day.
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Dreams Bridal in Norwich believes that every girl, no matter what her size, should be able to come into our shop and fit a dress on that will zip up and make her feel extra special. We hear all too often of the horror stories when ladies with a fuller figure have been to other establishments and told ‘No we don’t have anything to fit you’ or even worse ‘When are you starting a diet’ All of our ladies are dedicated in serving our customers and endeavour to find the perfect dress for your big day.

Please don’t be put off by bad experiences and don’t leave it till the last minute to look for a dress. It really doesn’t matter what size you are, even if you do try to loose a few pounds like we all promise ourselves, anything can be taken in. It is better to find a dress that you love and give yourself enough time for it to be able to be ordered in, in a size that will fit you now, as they all take 3-4 months for delivery. Whether it is taken in an inch or three inches any good seamstress would charge you the same price for your alterations. If you loose any weight, well that’s a bonus; if you don’t then you are not putting yourself under pressure to do so.

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NEW!

All the weather people say there is an Indian Summer round the corner but surely it is time to start looking for those new garments to add to your wardrobe ready for when it does change for the worse.

Evans,as usual, have come up with some colourful, pratical garments and at the same time are offering great discounts for all our readers.

Take and look at this selection but view www.evans.co.uk to see their complete range

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Meet Chichi, the founder and writer behind the blog; ‘My Lovely Big Feet‘. She has devoted her knowledge and experience with her size UK 12 feet to helping others just like her to find the perfect style and fit when it comes to ladies larger shoes. So naturally I wanted to tell you all about her and her blog, keep reading to find out from Chichi herself about how her blog started and the footwear predictions for the coming season.

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Perhaps you are working and everybody except you is on holiday or you are the lucky one and you are on holiday? There are a lot of excuses to treat yourself in August! Why not try the NEW skin care range by John Masters or the new range OY! by Green People? Don’t forget when you spend over £ 50, you get a free gift!

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Say goodbye to tan lines with a tan-through swimsuit. Tan through swimsuits are the latest sensation in swimwear; designed to help you avoid the annoying tan lines traditional swimsuits give you.

Build a warm gradual tan this summer with the Simply Yours ‘Solar tan-thru’ swimsuit, just the thing if you are seeking an all over tan without exposing too much skin. The special fabric lets through a third of the sun’s rays allowing you to tan slowly and safely.

At £38 and available in sizes 10-28 this plus size tan-thru swimsuit is one holiday essential you mustn’t forget to pack! The Solar tan-thru swimsuit is exclusive to Simply Yours in the UK and is available in brown or blue print.

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