Rediscovering My Love For Skirts

For many years, I wore a uniform to hide myself away from the world. A plain black midi skirt, a plain t-shirt (with at least cap sleeves), full length leggings. The midi skirt was essential to this uniform, it was the basic that I felt more comfortable in. Well, really it was the only thing I felt comfortable in. When I began to finally experiment with my clothes, skirts were the first thing I ditched. No more comfort zone, no more skirts. They were too easy and familiar.

Until recently that is, when I fell back in love with the midi skirt. It's a classic for a reason, and I've been slowly sneaking them back into my wardrobe, just in more fun ways than the plain black I always used to wear. This mesh striped affair is one of the best pieces I've bought in ages, it's so comfy and it can be dressed up or down, and the mesh is just the right amount of rock and roll for me to feel like me.

This time round, the skirts are brighter and more attention grabbing. They have prints and are the statement piece in a whole outfit. They can be comfortable, but they can also be so damn cool. I'd always wanted a galaxy print skirt, but could never get one in my size, so while this skirt fitted the comfort zone in terms of the style, the print really did not, and it had to be mine! I stuck to black because it's supposed to be the colour that hid you, my bottom half is my biggest, so black it always had to be. No more!

And even more fun, the tutu! It's become an iconic item in the plus size world now, and I can totally see why. They add instant glamour, or adorable fun depending on how you style it. I love this purple one, it makes me feel like Lumpy Space Princess!

I avoided midi skirts for so long because it felt almost like I was giving in, going back to those scared ways I used to have. But in reality, I wasn't. Yes, I'll always feel comfy in a midi skirt, but I'm also not that scared little girl anymore. Instead of covering myself with full length leggings and plain prints, I bare chubby knees and fat arms with glee, all in my favourite style of skirt ever.

Now, if only I could find a good pleated midi skirt to add to my collection, then I'd be happy!

Much love,

Kitty xxx

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Dreaming of Galaxies with CowCow*

As a plus size gal, there have been a lot of trends I've missed out on over the years, and the one I lusted after the most by far was the galaxy print trend. It was huge, and I could find nothing in plus sizes. It broke my heart, but finally, I have fulfilled my dream and have some galaxy print!

This incredible skirt is from CowCow. I've talked a lot about CowCow and their Amazon store, but they also have an actual website that is stuffed with so much different stock you could never see it all! This stunning skirt is one of so many, it's a galaxy print A-line skirt*. One of the incredible things with CowCow is that if you can think of a print, it probably exists on their apparel, I found this skirt searching random ideas I had! And if you have a print you want that doesn't exist, you can design it, and sell it. Always wanted a skirt with your cat on it? You can do it! Just go here and take a look, you can design apparel, bags, cases, prints, posters, cards and so much more.

Rather than a smooth spandex material, this is more like a soft waffle, you can see the texture once you get close up. It's stretchy and comfy, and the print is divine. Usually I wear a 4X in CowCow, but this skirt only goes up to a 3X and it fits me absolutely fine because of how stretchy it is. Hopefully they'll expand their entire range up to 5X soon, they are working on it!

As you can see, this skirt is a really great length on me, it sits at about knee length and I'm 5ft 11, so on most this is more of a true midi skirt. This style is the A-line style and it is lovely and full. The elasticated waist band doesn't roll at all which is always a bonus! I plan on investing in some more all over print skirts, they really make an all black outfit pop and could be dressed up or down.

Much love,

Kitty xxxx

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*this item was gifted to me for review purposes. In no way does this impact upon my opinions which are entirely my own.

PS. Stu and I's wedding is on Rock N Roll bride this week! Check it out here https://www.rocknrollbride.com/2016/10/a-november-rain-inspired-wedding-dress/