Pink Clove Kay Lace Tie Front Swing Dress Review

Ever see a dress and just know it is perfect for you? That's how I felt when I saw this Pink Clove dress, the Kay Lace Tie Front Swing Dress*. It is so American Horror Story Coven! Ideally I wanted a big black floppy felt hat to wear with it, but I have yet to find one to fit my massive head. So if you know anywhere that sells hats for larger heads, do let me know haha!

The dress has a solid black dress as lining with a solid back and a plunge neck, then crotchet layered over the top. It is really soft to the touch, the sleeves have a slight flare to the bottom and it is very comfortable.

I paired it with black and grey tie dye leggings and my favourite non-leather boots. I went for leggings over tights because well, this dress on me is about as short a dress as I could possibly wear. While it is incredibly short on me, do bear in mind I am 5ft 11, so on most people it would be a good few inches longer. I used to be really nervous of wearing short dresses, but I no longer am and this dress was the perfect way to celebrate it.

The neckline is my favourite part of this dress. It is quite low cut, so I'm wearing a plunge bra with it, and the lace up section is really cute. Stu thought it was very flattering in the bust department and certainly approved of this dress!

I felt so good wearing this, it's perfect for an autumn day. The crotchet sleeves add a little warmth and with leggings, this is such a great outfit.

Much love,

Kitty xxxx

*this dress was gifted to me for review purposes. In no way does this affect my views or opinions, which are entirely my own.

Boneyard Belle III

I met Boneyard Belle at my old job, and essentially harassed her into shooting with me, because her face and style was just so inspiring me. We recently had our third shoot together and I am so pleased with the results! Belle is always eager to bring ideas with her which makes me a happy lady!

Belle had an awesome idea for the lighting with these, and combined with the PVC it worked so well!

Goths can do high glamour too!

I was mega impressed with her waterproof eyebrows.

My favourite concept of the day, I love the mix of goth and beauty.

Belle wanted to look like she was in Underworld.. I think we were successful!

Hopefully it won't be long for shoot 4!

Much love,

Kitty xxxxx

Photoshoots are always interesting with cats about!

The Dress

A couple of years ago my parents had a huge party for their 25th wedding anniversary and my little brother's 21st. It was a formal affair, and I needed something to wear. As a bigger girl, there was one option for me, design something and have it made!

I love lace, so so much. It was always going to feature in the dress. Well, actually, I call it a dress, it was a skirt with a top. I have had a couple of things made for me now, and always get them made as seperates, that way it gives more options for rewearing them!

The wonderful lady who made my dress is Angela Jones. She has made several things for me so was the obvious choice for this. It came out perfect!

I went for a sweetheart neck, I'm not a busty girl, so anything to emphasise what little I have, and also allow me to wear a bra. I had a little lace jacket made too as I can be self conscious about my upper arms. It was boned, to try and show off my waist which I have always liked. My necklace is from the Disney Couture range, an Alice in Wonderland inspired piece. I shall have to dig it out, I've moved a few times in the last few years and a lot of my jewellery is still in boxes.

Sadly I only have mirror selfies of this outfit. My ex featured in the other photos, eugh! It was a dark green silk with black lace overlay. It really flattered me! The skirt was a full skirt, but rather than a rounded bottom, it actually hung in sections, like a pixie skirt, the silk and lace hanging in peaks. It really finished the outfit off nicely. I felt really good in it, but have only worn it once since to a work related ball, which I don't have any photos from either, I am rubbish! You'll notice I'm wearing a lot of rings... still do! It's an addiction. I hate how bare my hands look without them.

I totally recommend getting things made if you are a different size to the average for a better fit. At 5ft 11 most things do not fit on my waist as they sit too high, and knee length is never knee length! This way an outfit is just right, and I always felt better in something right than trying to make something fit which never would.

Love,

Kitty xxxx