tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-62047822551666839672024-03-14T07:27:49.264-07:00 Le Curvy KittenDressing a curvier figure, with everything from lingerie to clothes, and maybe a few other bits and bobs thrown in for good measure.kel_kittyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16411037269457163099noreply@blogger.comBlogger97125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6204782255166683967.post-21294293155487419852017-11-07T10:00:00.000-08:002017-11-07T10:00:00.201-08:00Peggy Sue Pinup Perfection with PhotoStoke<h4 style="text-align: center;">
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I was recently taken aback by a message I received via Instagram (@lecurvykitten) when I was contacted by a local professional photographer, Louise, of <a href="https://photostoke.co.uk/">Photo Stoke Studios</a>, who was looking for a fan of the pinup look to shoot as practise for her newly launched <a href="https://photostoke.co.uk/portfolio/pin-up/">Peggy Sue Pin Up makeover shoots.</a></div>
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I was primarily flattered to receive such an offer but then my insecurities and introverted thoughts crept in and told me not to answer, that I'm not a model and don't deserve such opportunities. Thankfully I squashed those little demons under my leopard print heels and replied.</div>
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Louise informed me that everything would be taken care of, including hair, make up, outfits and accessories and all I needed to do was turn up! She said I could bring my own outfits if I wanted to, and since I have a lot of vintage reproduction attire, I chose to do that.</div>
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With a huge bagful of clothes, petticoats, shoes and accessories I was greeted by Louise, who introduced me to her my hair and make up artist for the day, who soon got to work curling and pinning my hair up. We then moved on to make up and my look was ready.</div>
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With the help of Louise, I picked out what I'd be wearing for each set, and after slipping into my first outfit, I was shown into the studio.</div>
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<a href="https://photostoke.co.uk/">Photo Stoke Studios</a> has 4 vintage backdrops; a lounge room, Las Vegas, a retro American car and a classic 50's diner. There are also a plethora of genuine and reproduction vintage props to shoot with, such as a hairdryer, telephone, radio and the obligatory milkshake!</div>
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It didn't take me long to get into the swing of things as Louise has a great personality and knows what she's looking for in her shots. We both worked together to come up with poses and expressions and I hope I helped her as much as she helped me.</div>
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Based in the heart of Stoke On Trent, there's excellent access from Shropshire, Manchester, Birmingham, Liverpool, Chester, Derby and Nottingham to name but a few places. <a href="https://photostoke.co.uk/">Photo Stoke</a> is a short taxi ride from Stoke On Trent train station which has a taxi rank right outside.</div>
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I'm sure Photo Stoke's <a href="https://photostoke.co.uk/portfolio/pin-up/">Peggy Sue Pin Up makeover shoots</a> will be a roaring success. If you're a vintage aficionado, new to the vintage scene or just love the pinup style, then get in touch with Louise at <a href="https://photostoke.co.uk/">Photo Stoke</a> and book a shoot! </div>
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With Christmas fast approaching, you can even <a href="https://photostoke.co.uk/order/">buy vouchers</a> online to treat the pinup in your life, or for yourself of course!</div>
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<a href="https://photostoke.co.uk/">Photo Stoke</a> offers a number of shoot packages and if pinup isn't your thing, they also do makeovers and mini makeovers (6-16 years), boudoir, bump to baby, newborn, family shoots, fairy and elf toddler shoots and my personal favourite, pet shoots! Check out their <a href="https://photostoke.co.uk/">website</a> for more information and contact details.</div>
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<b><i>Thanks for reading!</i></b></div>
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kel_kittyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16411037269457163099noreply@blogger.com0Stoke-on-Trent, UK53.002668 -2.179403999999976852.849849 -2.5021274999999767 53.155487 -1.8566804999999769tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6204782255166683967.post-10735209417063294542017-02-07T16:27:00.003-08:002017-02-07T16:27:33.937-08:00The Long Awaited Louise<div style="text-align: center;">
<b>*Voucher code at the end of the post!*</b></div>
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Back in summer last year, Katy of <a href="https://khintimates.com/">Katherine Hamilton Intimates</a> contacted me asking if I'd like to review a set. Naturally I said yes as I'd had my eye on the <a href="https://khintimates.com/product/louise-bra-black/">Louise</a> set for a while. Due to production issues, the launch of the set was put back until December which was when I received my set. I thought the week before Christmas was a little too late to blog about a potential Christmas gift so here we are, ready for Valentine's Day instead!</div>
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<a href="https://khintimates.com/">Katherine Hamilton Intimates</a> is a new brand in the high end of the fuller bust market. Boasting luxury fabrics, custom underwires, attention to fit under the arms and most importantly research into common issues in fit, I'm looking forward to seeing how this more customer fit focused brand grows.</div>
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Originally from a background in psychology and mental health, Katy found her passion for lingerie working for Bosom Galore, another luxury fuller bust brand. Following this, she developed her own designs based on customer feedback and issues concerning 'off the rack' underwires. After research she was able to create 2 core designs; 3 piece padded and 3-piece unpadded, using her bespoke narrow underwires and deeper cups designed for full coverage and support. </div>
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From their Debut 2016/17 range, <a href="https://khintimates.com/product/louise-bra-black/">Louise</a> is a classic black lightly padded balcony bra with added edgy non-removable harness style straps, playfully hinting at a subtle,yet seductive bondage style. The cups are made up of 3 pieces with Katherine Hamilton's custom wires, giving forward projection and a great shape. The <a href="https://khintimates.com/product/louise-knicker-black/">Louise knicker</a> I chose obviously matches the bra perfectly with its strappy detailing and soft black fabric. The set arrived wrapped in black tissue paper, beautifully packaged in a branded box with paperwork in an envelope, giving a real sense of luxury.</div>
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I have a few minor criticisms with this bra (none with the knickers, I LOVE them!) and they are that I'd have preferred a fully adjustable strap as I'm of quite a petite build so this is often an issue I have. Thankfully Katy informs me that they will be introducing a custom service for strap length soon. My other small gripe is that there seems to be something making me itch in the hook/eye panel to the back of the bra. I can't for the life of me figure out what it is, but it's mildly annoying all the same! Lastly, I'd have preferred the harness type straps to come from the top of the central gore rather than the sides, but I suspect this is more about my own breast fullness (or lack thereof), rather than the bra itself.</div>
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Ever since I heard that the all-knowing corsetry goddess <a href="https://lucycorsetry.com/">Lucy's Corsetry</a> helped design a range for American corsetry brand <a href="https://timeless-trends.com/">Timeless Trends</a> last year, I've been coveting one of their gorgeous <a href="https://timeless-trends.com/corsets/507-Emerald-Hourglass-Waist-Cincher?search_query=emerald&results=6#/56-size-22">Emerald waist cinchers</a>. I mean, c'mon, LOOK AT IT!</div>
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So, let's talk more about the shape. I'm what you would call an 'extreme hourglass' as my hips are over 10" bigger than my waist, so finding off the rack (OTR) corsets to fit well can be quite tricky. Thankfully more and more corset makers are becoming aware of this and <a href="https://timeless-trends.com/">Timeless Trends</a> offer one of, if not <a href="https://timeless-trends.com/18-corsets#/shape-hourglass">THE best range for an hourglass shape.</a></div>
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This corset is classed as a cincher, but for those with shorter torsos like myself, it works well as a standard underbust corset. The front busk measures 8.25", side length 6.25", back 9.5", meaning it is nice and short, allowing more feedom of movement than a regular length underbust corset, ideal for everyday waist training. It is not recommended to wear this shape if you happen to have a bit of a tum and it won't cover your 'pooch', but can be worn by those with short or tall torsos, and of course, anything in between.</div>
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Having worn this corset for a day I must admit it did cause a bit of discomfort in the form of long lasting (4 days!) redness on my skin at the top and bottom of the corset. Yes, it's my own stupid fault for not wearing a corset liner, I know! I'm wondering if the fabric contains something that I have a slight allergy to perhaps, but with this being said, it's no reason not to buy this beautiful piece, as corsets aren't really meant to be worn against bare skin anyway.</div>
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Sadly I've not been fortunate enough to have had a lovely beach holiday for a number of years now, so when <a href="https://www.lillyandlime.com/">Lilly & Lime</a> asked me to review a bikini of theirs I agreed with a heavy heart. Poor me, I know!</div>
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<a href="https://www.lillyandlime.com/">Lilly & Lime</a> are an Australian specialist D cup and up swimwear brand, launched in January 2016 and based upon an idea the two busty founders Emma and Ashleigh had during a champagne fuelled night out!<br />
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I'm a huge fan of nautical stripes so naturally I opted for the <a href="https://www.lillyandlime.com/products/full-cup-stripe">Blue & White striped full cup</a> bikini top in my current size of 28H and <a href="https://www.lillyandlime.com/products/hipster-tie-stripe">Blue & White striped hipster tie</a> bottoms in a size 14. I really wanted to try the <a href="https://www.lillyandlime.com/search?q=balconette">balconette shape</a> as I feel it would work better on me, but the striped bikini wasn't available in my size. Emma from <a href="https://www.lillyandlime.com/">Lilly & Lime</a> was most helpful when it came to fit advice and suggested their sizes are similar to those of Curvy Kate and Panache, which I found particularly useful to know when shopping newly discovered brands.</div>
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The <a href="https://www.lillyandlime.com/search?q=full+cup">full cup bikini top</a> has fully adjustable straps (a godsend!) and the band size is fixed, fastening with a white plastic clip at the back. The cups have non-removable pads and it is made from a double layered stretch swimwear fabric. I must admit I was slightly underwhelmed with this bikini top. Although it offers support and a good size range, I'd ideally like something a bit more...wow! Admittedly this is probably due to my choice of the full cup and my 34 year old boobs (that have seen better days!), so I am just speaking for myself here. One thing I would LOVE to have seen is a narrower gore. I just think it's a touch too wide for my liking and tends to flatten my boobs a little. If these are things that bother you, the <a href="https://www.lillyandlime.com/search?q=balcony">balconette shape</a> does seem to have a bit more of a wow factor and I kind of wish I'd made my decision based on shape rather than pattern so you might want to bear this in mind when shopping with <a href="https://www.lillyandlime.com/">Lilly & Lime</a>. </div>
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After looking back at <a href="http://kel-kitty.blogspot.co.uk/2015/07/taming-your-waist-with-corset-story.html">last year's review</a> of the <a href="http://www.corsets-uk.com/plain-underbust-with-hip-panels.html">black underbust corset with hip panels</a> and realising how well it fitted I decided I wanted to try the overbust version, and when the folks from <a href="http://www.corsets-uk.com/?gclid=Cj0KEQjw09C5BRDy972s6q2y4egBEiQA5_guv8dMlqmp7QBc5RxBBrZBY4OaOrBz4u_RT6cys5Yv4FAaAkjG8P8HAQ">Corset Story (AKA Corsets UK)</a> offered I willingly accepted!</div><div style="text-align: center;"><br></div><div style="text-align: center;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiE0OUbaSATNRbcchGlXMEsF5jgklWAiWyQeN48ERGMv5-ducCR7knVEij9oeDqlCvgNT0xrB8926Bs6sO4vLW-TlPLnn7idR4lEznIDnienzNU88eohBqlBpJT9HOZe4JycEF50tqBhY37/s640/blogger-image--1228148405.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiE0OUbaSATNRbcchGlXMEsF5jgklWAiWyQeN48ERGMv5-ducCR7knVEij9oeDqlCvgNT0xrB8926Bs6sO4vLW-TlPLnn7idR4lEznIDnienzNU88eohBqlBpJT9HOZe4JycEF50tqBhY37/s640/blogger-image--1228148405.jpg"></a></div><br></div>
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I originally wanted the plain satin version but it was out of stock in my size (22" for <a href="http://www.corsets-uk.com/?gclid=Cj0KEQjw09C5BRDy972s6q2y4egBEiQA5_guv8dMlqmp7QBc5RxBBrZBY4OaOrBz4u_RT6cys5Yv4FAaAkjG8P8HAQ">Corset Story</a> corsets, usually 20" elsewhere) so I chose the <a href="http://www.corsets-uk.com/classic-overbust-with-hip-panel.html">black brocade overbust with hip panels</a> (£69 at the time of publishing) instead. I'd intended to use it as a base for my Columbia costume when I see The Rocky Horror Show in May, but on arrival I realised it was too pretty for that, so I might have to rethink my plans!</div><div style="text-align: center;"><br></div><div style="text-align: center;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiCfW-BCKyK4in5yPkr6K4Gqd5X7oQpEhxWTBw61cGIQaJZLGkjX1fwi8jjCYdNp8Y0ZA_CG85FjY0e5PFRMVzJI5a4ceAji096YO5FfBhhyphenhyphends5oh3mJyat-OxQihpS023DyaOq4LUs89iX/s640/blogger-image-1476911252.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiCfW-BCKyK4in5yPkr6K4Gqd5X7oQpEhxWTBw61cGIQaJZLGkjX1fwi8jjCYdNp8Y0ZA_CG85FjY0e5PFRMVzJI5a4ceAji096YO5FfBhhyphenhyphends5oh3mJyat-OxQihpS023DyaOq4LUs89iX/s640/blogger-image-1476911252.jpg"></a></div><br></div>
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With my <a href="http://kel-kitty.blogspot.co.uk/p/my-measurements.html">awkward </a>measurements I was concerned about the <a href="http://www.corsets-uk.com/classic-overbust-with-hip-panel.html">corset</a> not fitting well enough in the bust but for a relatively inexpensive off the rack (OTR) I'm happy to report its pretty damn good! Its not bang on as you'd expect but it's close enough! .The hip panels, as I found with the <a href="http://kel-kitty.blogspot.co.uk/2015/07/taming-your-waist-with-corset-story.html">underbust</a> last year, help make <a href="http://www.corsets-uk.com/classic-overbust-with-hip-panel.html">this corset</a> an excellent fit on me and give a nice gentle curve whilst still being shaped enough to give that Jessica Rabbit style nipped in waist I'm always looking for in corsets. </div><div style="text-align: center;"><br></div><div style="text-align: center;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjIyR6mJzaYCyufVAWMidJrqk1qLgqfctUknQKWcAfydhOVAdni9JTgLjR_vfoFPr98hKMNYdBxqtoJmKiNhed7Ojr-kgIEsWuKGDpIKEbBHXy-3A9SWT7lJHmvT3JbQh7tcjji4HqIsSmD/s640/blogger-image-2092222325.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjIyR6mJzaYCyufVAWMidJrqk1qLgqfctUknQKWcAfydhOVAdni9JTgLjR_vfoFPr98hKMNYdBxqtoJmKiNhed7Ojr-kgIEsWuKGDpIKEbBHXy-3A9SWT7lJHmvT3JbQh7tcjji4HqIsSmD/s640/blogger-image-2092222325.jpg"></a></div><br></div>
<div style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: 'Helvetica Neue Light', HelveticaNeue-Light, helvetica, arial, sans-serif;">Since I'm short in the torso this </span><a href="http://www.corsets-uk.com/classic-overbust-with-hip-panel.html" style="font-family: 'Helvetica Neue Light', HelveticaNeue-Light, helvetica, arial, sans-serif;">corset</a><span style="font-family: 'Helvetica Neue Light', HelveticaNeue-Light, helvetica, arial, sans-serif;"> is a touch on the longer side for me, but that's not to say it won't work on you. The modesty panel is a pesky little thing to straighten when you're lacing alone, so bear that in mind when you're thinking "WTF?" while looking at my pics! It laces up quite easily and the cords slide smoothly, but also have a bit of 'bite', meaning they don't slip much when you're lacing, which as some of you corset wearers may know, is a huge bonus, particularly when lacing alone.</span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: 'Helvetica Neue Light', HelveticaNeue-Light, helvetica, arial, sans-serif;"><br></span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: 'Helvetica Neue Light', HelveticaNeue-Light, helvetica, arial, sans-serif;">Before this next picture I'll mention that yes, I'm aware that corsets should be laced evenly, meaning the back should be parallel but I have shoulder problems and was struggling to fully lace up on my own! Also, since I wouldn't be wearing an overbust for waist training I don't feel this is as important as it would be for an underbust.</span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: 'Helvetica Neue Light', HelveticaNeue-Light, helvetica, arial, sans-serif;"><br></span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: 'Helvetica Neue Light', HelveticaNeue-Light, helvetica, arial, sans-serif;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhU-T9tq449atzgMbWEXHfcL1EFAYfnda7dtJKXi8uTrQgFdjlEBsRnkOly1KgWvSbPOvfBdiseZvvRhMzYEmeqVH673VWOQLwDQpLRuU9BLdRFyk5AHPciKoRtnO7xEqABNagH1_Zw_8zG/s640/blogger-image--182948506.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhU-T9tq449atzgMbWEXHfcL1EFAYfnda7dtJKXi8uTrQgFdjlEBsRnkOly1KgWvSbPOvfBdiseZvvRhMzYEmeqVH673VWOQLwDQpLRuU9BLdRFyk5AHPciKoRtnO7xEqABNagH1_Zw_8zG/s640/blogger-image--182948506.jpg"></a></div><br></span></div>
<div style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://www.corsets-uk.com/classic-overbust-with-hip-panel.html" style="font-family: 'Helvetica Neue Light', HelveticaNeue-Light, helvetica, arial, sans-serif;">This corset</a><span style="font-family: 'Helvetica Neue Light', HelveticaNeue-Light, helvetica, arial, sans-serif;"> is well constructed and I'm surprised to find something OTR that fits so well. Given their low price point I'd recommend </span><a href="http://www.corsets-uk.com/?gclid=Cj0KEQjw09C5BRDy972s6q2y4egBEiQA5_guv8dMlqmp7QBc5RxBBrZBY4OaOrBz4u_RT6cys5Yv4FAaAkjG8P8HAQ" style="font-family: 'Helvetica Neue Light', HelveticaNeue-Light, helvetica, arial, sans-serif;">Corset Story</a><span style="font-family: 'Helvetica Neue Light', HelveticaNeue-Light, helvetica, arial, sans-serif;"> to anyone wanting to dip their toes into the decadent pond of corsetry. Avoid cheap cylindrical corsets on eBay and start here! Keep your eyes peeled for offers over at </span><a href="http://www.corsets-uk.com/" style="font-family: 'Helvetica Neue Light', HelveticaNeue-Light, helvetica, arial, sans-serif;">Corset Story</a><span style="font-family: 'Helvetica Neue Light', HelveticaNeue-Light, helvetica, arial, sans-serif;"> as they often have good deals and sales on!</span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: 'Helvetica Neue Light', HelveticaNeue-Light, helvetica, arial, sans-serif;"><br></span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: 'Helvetica Neue Light', HelveticaNeue-Light, helvetica, arial, sans-serif;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhTiIrI7Jr3lIyux32wYxg6LRqk7Ek1hzDv7Jf57MNiOhwszUKGEiMoSei4_IW285GjzU7XBf5KCBBUGyD0GNVotH3QswFIzD72vmmubABgbwaWBDxUPeS4_rkwncqkfl4F8mILq0vLBI2o/s640/blogger-image-393968114.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhTiIrI7Jr3lIyux32wYxg6LRqk7Ek1hzDv7Jf57MNiOhwszUKGEiMoSei4_IW285GjzU7XBf5KCBBUGyD0GNVotH3QswFIzD72vmmubABgbwaWBDxUPeS4_rkwncqkfl4F8mILq0vLBI2o/s640/blogger-image-393968114.jpg"></a></div><br></div></span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><i style="font-family: 'Helvetica Neue Light', HelveticaNeue-Light, helvetica, arial, sans-serif;"><b>As always, thanks for reading</b></i></div>
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<br>kel_kittyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16411037269457163099noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6204782255166683967.post-33515002979412061262016-01-29T05:23:00.000-08:002016-01-29T05:40:42.771-08:00Make your cleavage illegal with Tutti Rouge's JessicaAs always, apologise for the radio silence. You know how life gets in the way? Yeah, that. Coupled with the fact that it's January and that means we're all recovering after having had a few months run up to Christmas.<div><br></div><div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhWdvaR15-fXP-edzGOFkj9FVarI9Xp4DK9oIvXsGRcEpw3Ir4Ualy1_rNbIM-Ys0uLoeYvoWPIADvh1M1IVd4t8l6vnTru6ygaaBr2zMs9bwGXHY8t65GO0CirS5OOX2ilpFvhDdoOKBM7/s640/blogger-image-122965600.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhWdvaR15-fXP-edzGOFkj9FVarI9Xp4DK9oIvXsGRcEpw3Ir4Ualy1_rNbIM-Ys0uLoeYvoWPIADvh1M1IVd4t8l6vnTru6ygaaBr2zMs9bwGXHY8t65GO0CirS5OOX2ilpFvhDdoOKBM7/s640/blogger-image-122965600.jpg"></a></div><br>In early December <a href="http://www.tuttirouge.com/">Tutti Rouge</a> so kindly offered me their new Jessica set to review. I'd been hotly anticipating it's release and subsequent #illegalcleavage social media campaign featuring curvy redhead Lucy V. I was delighted when I received the set through my door! I initially requested the bra in a 28GG and thong in a medium but on arrival I realised that I'd underestimated myself and needed a size up in both, so a 28H and large thong, which I'm happy to say, fit beautifully. The matching suspender belt is a small. So if you're between sizes in both bras and pants, you'd do better to size up as I did.</div><div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhBcra7HRkXdZkSKHnSaCie2gpHCVqkd78mYkKVkXk_ZLTjdC3Yqa5cMQlw_7fsHoJ1gOgk-q_cm5wEeTBnik62tlSiXOBY-rXWSkHtAsU3Mvju85PIOK6EfERjytKjOeb-pzxVsPLFmUhz/s640/blogger-image--201143512.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhBcra7HRkXdZkSKHnSaCie2gpHCVqkd78mYkKVkXk_ZLTjdC3Yqa5cMQlw_7fsHoJ1gOgk-q_cm5wEeTBnik62tlSiXOBY-rXWSkHtAsU3Mvju85PIOK6EfERjytKjOeb-pzxVsPLFmUhz/s640/blogger-image--201143512.jpg"></a></div><br>
What sets the Jessica bra aside from anything else I've ever seen on the market (particularly in plus bust brands) is that the bra has pockets on the inside of the cups for its padding. Now, this may not seem that unusual but the bra is unpadded and the padding is made in a way to give you multiple options. The band is accurately sized and the cups, Although not particularly supportive on myself, as my boobs aren't all that perky, are made from a stretch mesh are accommodating for asymmetrical boobs. If you're a fan of unpadded AND padded bras, then Jessica is worth a try.<br>
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The thong in a large is perfect on me, as long time readers know, I'm well blessed in the hip/butt department and I like to make sure I don't get any bulges so I usually size up on what's recommended on your average size chart. The suspender belt is a small and is a little on the large side if I'm being picky, but works out fine. I just wish I could buy suspender belts and pants in the same size! Damn curves! That said, I don't ever wear suspender belts for anything other than photoshoots anyway, so ignore my whinging!</div><div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhw7mhW9B8CcudSGTx6JBR3tXJ5zidBKiKwcBfwBgSfi5YQ2_9TXnHbwikjEb9J9TK7KORojEE8WBmiD2dh_dGsnZTW6wExHZgfmtYwj59TeVe531G_nRmzyDzmlhG3aFW4DsZKuHkSjrSq/s640/blogger-image-775256148.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhw7mhW9B8CcudSGTx6JBR3tXJ5zidBKiKwcBfwBgSfi5YQ2_9TXnHbwikjEb9J9TK7KORojEE8WBmiD2dh_dGsnZTW6wExHZgfmtYwj59TeVe531G_nRmzyDzmlhG3aFW4DsZKuHkSjrSq/s640/blogger-image-775256148.jpg"></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhzEl96D93wh9_KGNAVwzfftO263pAuPlVBjgk1aQ7q7Mi5EXBexcSGrvMPQClInZFsP4s70AFWRBY3M96xn98cA6yjk5OE0-6ugga2Io1-JyvepoMd2ofmL_vjsKhLaE5OCc5sdjp6ApAF/s640/blogger-image--1280470359.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhzEl96D93wh9_KGNAVwzfftO263pAuPlVBjgk1aQ7q7Mi5EXBexcSGrvMPQClInZFsP4s70AFWRBY3M96xn98cA6yjk5OE0-6ugga2Io1-JyvepoMd2ofmL_vjsKhLaE5OCc5sdjp6ApAF/s640/blogger-image--1280470359.jpg"></a></div><br></div><div><br></div><div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiQ9pEof_CNRCtIjSNOKzCce366CvPi_CxKsZRCsuXeBhzgQdO47Wr6Jd9kpjJXzPCAnuEYIGB_NBT9mLfY3SeMy0l74Qc4aWIJp3KuQD4cRpmAQ6gHLN1PrXy218zUo1FRpwiCBOAi7ma8/s640/blogger-image--1523654130.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiQ9pEof_CNRCtIjSNOKzCce366CvPi_CxKsZRCsuXeBhzgQdO47Wr6Jd9kpjJXzPCAnuEYIGB_NBT9mLfY3SeMy0l74Qc4aWIJp3KuQD4cRpmAQ6gHLN1PrXy218zUo1FRpwiCBOAi7ma8/s640/blogger-image--1523654130.jpg"></a></div><br>As always with <a href="http://www.tuttirouge.com/">Tutti Rouge</a>, it's the details that make the sets that bit different from other brands, such as the heart strap adjusters, which I bloody LOVE! The fabrics, trims and colours have all been chosen with great care and tie in beautifully with one another.</div><div><br></div><div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg8EJ79rRxk9duI-mg7YNUWgRJqoTROXc_ADUt2XpGZNTeYOKWoY-he2GxnOrnJlHKqxsoL-VJJQ8_dtzUKWUJnxPMPus74MzHq7fcvhH3UveV6mM9UAZB51FBN9UrpauaJ5GHoBeG0gQGB/s640/blogger-image--1323490027.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg8EJ79rRxk9duI-mg7YNUWgRJqoTROXc_ADUt2XpGZNTeYOKWoY-he2GxnOrnJlHKqxsoL-VJJQ8_dtzUKWUJnxPMPus74MzHq7fcvhH3UveV6mM9UAZB51FBN9UrpauaJ5GHoBeG0gQGB/s640/blogger-image--1323490027.jpg"></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><br></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgWmPr7yatZsBMql9JplWvmOJgSQtvdQJ487U9pSPCJ-7iKbmN66jPK7bDt3lQBFoXvQbVuABoT2ZU-sMCyVmhXYK5o_gghgJ3_vCn8FqIiGaCtX4NEv98v8hlcoR0kVpyveBHbaLFzmTh2/s640/blogger-image-1430098731.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgWmPr7yatZsBMql9JplWvmOJgSQtvdQJ487U9pSPCJ-7iKbmN66jPK7bDt3lQBFoXvQbVuABoT2ZU-sMCyVmhXYK5o_gghgJ3_vCn8FqIiGaCtX4NEv98v8hlcoR0kVpyveBHbaLFzmTh2/s640/blogger-image-1430098731.jpg"></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhTzy6vI3yj9C4t3CaaSHMpcKbXJPirLbWqtIpvimdqeXxzYfPNyDEpR6JamGm1RxadS3b1tMgHYa7ai_R1xMhUVuUBsvqVykSSwzFhIRkNAzQjmhtBXN9NAc04U52ML3Excy6Zejb678fy/s640/blogger-image--982833504.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhTzy6vI3yj9C4t3CaaSHMpcKbXJPirLbWqtIpvimdqeXxzYfPNyDEpR6JamGm1RxadS3b1tMgHYa7ai_R1xMhUVuUBsvqVykSSwzFhIRkNAzQjmhtBXN9NAc04U52ML3Excy6Zejb678fy/s640/blogger-image--982833504.jpg"></a></div><br></div><br></div></div><div>Since I always have to have something to moan about it would have to be the bulk and particularly the shape of the cookies. Once you have all of them fitted inside your bra you will be able to feel your arms rub against them once you start moving around. The other issue is the shape. provided you're not wearing something *too* tight fitting, you'll be okay, but when you wear this bra with a slinky bodycon dress there's a very real risk of the chunky non boob shaped cookies being visible. Personally I'd have made the cookies in the traditional 'chicken fillet' shape.</div><div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg9ALoXLItHq6QoWc_HrrF2sdNH7rX8T2J06xvBfpfiQc_posu7Nb1Vm-WALwoGRaCJ6UwI8B5e2PZfAvF2pvCwlYt6r94E1BfHbaJMhCELEzQjx00AQdwD6vEQqex2UbaOYRPAkyc4Uu6V/s640/blogger-image--255242241.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg9ALoXLItHq6QoWc_HrrF2sdNH7rX8T2J06xvBfpfiQc_posu7Nb1Vm-WALwoGRaCJ6UwI8B5e2PZfAvF2pvCwlYt6r94E1BfHbaJMhCELEzQjx00AQdwD6vEQqex2UbaOYRPAkyc4Uu6V/s640/blogger-image--255242241.jpg"></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjtLN2ts5OuMZUvvoJylim0hpqt4Xa9GKC5pTXkuDNgEGti0UMXkgO8YTjzs-PKw_2LFynZJqbPdcvHK1rRoUNAXZd-uNiBYdOxVpmN_-Dh-tY7Xxix5iuUQRWpkEa7sVnQlrY0JAM0hYcj/s640/blogger-image--354275694.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjtLN2ts5OuMZUvvoJylim0hpqt4Xa9GKC5pTXkuDNgEGti0UMXkgO8YTjzs-PKw_2LFynZJqbPdcvHK1rRoUNAXZd-uNiBYdOxVpmN_-Dh-tY7Xxix5iuUQRWpkEa7sVnQlrY0JAM0hYcj/s640/blogger-image--354275694.jpg"></a></div><br></div><br>
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Anyway, Overall I love how this set looks and how versatile it is with its multiple looks. Have you tried the Jessica set yet? Is the concept of customising the level of padding something that makes you want to try it?</div><div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj0VT-unQ5yJisk1mPRFocXG31b3gmJP2nyq_iDAmPRlT91jQ2a0c6YlKo1E85ZqsD3GD54Z_2XOLybiKtCnPyJQe74f7YuAHIMASrMiVvnPXq6XuZ23DK9a2D63EhRNOjdcfukREHnbS1D/s640/blogger-image-1151250355.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj0VT-unQ5yJisk1mPRFocXG31b3gmJP2nyq_iDAmPRlT91jQ2a0c6YlKo1E85ZqsD3GD54Z_2XOLybiKtCnPyJQe74f7YuAHIMASrMiVvnPXq6XuZ23DK9a2D63EhRNOjdcfukREHnbS1D/s640/blogger-image-1151250355.jpg"></a></div><br></div><div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgaMQFREzvY4lxh5BV5tjhVQoDn9FizoWrO7W_NCBJHZkZFClqmHvRB3llniHOhPH9_2MdgU77nQ8xiq0kIsRValpu5dzZK6tiAJZxoIdQe8rKjsS-O_WeTkjhX6xxD912TQr2vVpjXC6l6/s640/blogger-image-305248005.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgaMQFREzvY4lxh5BV5tjhVQoDn9FizoWrO7W_NCBJHZkZFClqmHvRB3llniHOhPH9_2MdgU77nQ8xiq0kIsRValpu5dzZK6tiAJZxoIdQe8rKjsS-O_WeTkjhX6xxD912TQr2vVpjXC6l6/s640/blogger-image-305248005.jpg"></a></div><br></div>As always, thanks for reading x<br>
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<b>*CW sexual themes, mentions of threat and abuse*</b></div>
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<b><i>I wasn't originally going to write about this, but after reading posts by <a href="http://iamleyahshanks.com/2016/01/18/my-pie-does-not-need-your-cream-nsfw/">Leyah Shanks</a>, <a href="http://www.rachelgeebee.com/2015/12/18/being-a-woman-on-the-internet-aka-the-day-i-spent-my-birthday-tracking-down-a-sexual-predator/">Rachel GeeBee</a> and <a href="https://rollsandcurves.wordpress.com/2016/01/17/the-consequences-of-male-sexual-entitlement/">Danielle AKA RollsAndCurves</a> I felt my badly written, disjointed story is just as important as theirs.</i></b></div>
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If you're a regular follower of <i>Le Curvy Kitten</i> on Twitter, Instagram or Facebook you'll be familiar with my bio which reads, in no uncertain terms "NO PERVY COMMENTS PLEASE". Does it work? Hell no.</div>
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You see, there's a pocket of society who can't help but ignore your wishes, bombarding you with their sordid messages, objectification, sexualisation, pictures, or worse still, threats of violence, rape and even death. And it's not an uncommon occurrence.</div>
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<i><b>A Brief History of Le Curvy Kitten</b></i></div>
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Let's head back five years to 2011 when I first started my blog. If you're new to my world you might not know that I started blogging as a result of entering Curvy Kate's annual modelling competition, Star In A Bra back. I knew then that should I make it through the initial stage of being chosen by the judges I'd be online in my lingerie for all to see so I'd already anticipated a certain amount of attention. I was both delighted and apprehensive that I'd made it through to the first rounds of the public vote. </div>
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Not long after my entry photos were made public for the competition did I start receiving messages from men telling me how 'sexy' they thought I was, picking me apart into body parts to describe which bit they were into. "Your thick thighs are perfect", "you have great boobs", "your hair is so f*cking hot", "turn around, I'd like to see the booty". You know, that kind of thing, sometimes complete with descriptions of what they'd like to do to me. I'll spare you the details but let's just say they don't want to take me for a romantic stroll on a moonlit beach. But you know something? I'm more than that. Women are more than that. We're their mothers, sisters, grandmothers, friends.</div>
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<b style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; background-color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0);">"Yes please. I need two...I am sure I will break the first one."</b></div>
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<b style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; background-color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0);">"Oh myyyy.... That is very tasty! <3"</b></div>
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<b style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; background-color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0);">"Nice 'Big Bird'!"</b></div>
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<b style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; background-color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0);">"I think you are training me to cum on command!!"</b></div>
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<b style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; background-color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0);">"Let me suck yur pussie."</b></div>
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<b><i>And So It Begins...</i></b></div>
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On starting my blog I began to receive the odd message alerting me to the fact that my images were being shared here, there and everywhere and even used in ad campaigns for 'Ugly Girls Need Love Too' and more as recently as last year 'Fat F*ckbook'. It hurt and still does that my image is being used as porn. It was never intended to be that way. My blog was intended to bring bra reviews to those of a similar size to myself who struggle to find bras in their size. Instead I've ended up with a firm following of men/ some of which can't resist sending me messages to find out if I'm single or worse. When you call these men out on their behaviour they typically feel the need to insult you in return although the odd few do back down and apologise. Sometimes I'll get the "calm down and learn to take a compliment" line, but it's not a compliment to reduce me to a pair of boobs. I just happen to have them. They're not an achievement I worked hard for. They're just 'there'. If you were to compliment me on my writing or arts and crafts then yes, I'm more than happy to accept that as a valid compliment. Anything based on my looks (unless it's about something I've worked hard on, such as my hair or make up) is just....luck of the draw, genetics, being a human.</div>
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And gah, the male sexual entitlement is painful! </div>
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<b>"Holy boobies...I need a tittie f*cking"</b></div>
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<b>"With hips like that, I know she can put her back into it..."</b></div>
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<b>"Wow you're gorgeous, I want you. Cum to the Ozzy."</b></div>
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<b>"Great body. Very beautiful. DM me please."</b></div>
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<b>"Hey shug how are you I think you look stunning and, I was wondering if maybe you'd show a lad what's it's like to sleep with a woman as beautiful as yourself."</b></div>
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<span style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; background-color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0);">I've also found a couple of (thankfully) very badly photoshopped images of my head on the body of a fetish model. Apparently I became fair game. On one occasion I was named a 'butterface bitch', reduced to nothing more than a body with an ugly face. Something to look at, to play with, an object. Complete disregard to the fact that inside said body with an ugly face there's a fellow human being, with feelings, thought processes, intelligence, morals and insecurities. More often in these situations I'm referred to as a 'that'. Oh nice. </span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "helvetica neue light" , , "helvetica" , "arial" , sans-serif;">On anonymous Q&A site ask.fm I've been threatened. It was disgusting. I felt violated and scared knowing that someone had actually taken the time to find me on there and say such sordid and brutal things. Rape and beheading was mentioned, as well as one person naming my place of work and telling me not to be surprised should I find them masturbating at the windows. I'll spare you of this anonymous person tying to justify why rape shouldn't be a crime...</span></div>
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<b>"And after I'm done mouth raping you I'll go and put your head on a pike with the other bitches."</b></div>
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<b>"I just wanna pound u and leave u gasping for more. Sorry ur just too hot."</b></div>
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<b>"Do you work at (insert my place of work here)? If so, dnt be alarmed when I'm masturbating through the window at you."</b></div>
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<b><i>The Dreaded Dick Pic</i></b></div>
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Amongst the messages I've received over the years some have had the most delightful attachments in the form of unsolicited photographs of the sender's erect phallus. The worst of these by far was a snapchat I received of my own photo covered in, ahem, 'mangoo', called a 'tribute' apparently. Yes, I'm aware this happens, I can't do anything about that, everyone hads needs and preferences, bu<i>t I don't want or need to know</i>. So don't tell me.</div>
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<b>"Just to let you know that I have masturbated to your pictures many times."</b></div>
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<b>"The pic of yourself in the black bra pic got me really horny, do you mind if I get off over that pic?" </b>Followed by <b>"if you don't like that I will respect it."</b></div>
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I've never fully understood why this has become the norm. Is it some kind of misguided compliment, like "hey girl, you gave me a boner"? An invitation? Is it merely a statement; "I AM MAN, I HAVE PENIS"? Either way, why do it? Would they flash me in the street? Nope, because that would be a crime. Indecent exposure. Someones private inbox is no different to you jumping out on someone with your knob out in a park having waited until there's nobody around. Think about that guys.</div>
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Now here's where things got frustrating. I felt at the end of my tether so having received a couple of seedy messages and a dick pic over as many days I decided to take action. I publicly shamed these guys. The 'gent' who sent a message asking whether or not I minded if he masturbated over my pic had his private message and username reposted publicly, as did another guy similarly sending me creepy private messages. He fought back with abuse, then begged me to delete the post, then fought back with abuse again and so forth. One guy who sent me a photo of his shrimpy-looking weiner had an emoji carefully placed over the offending article (one that looks like its eyes are bleeding, no less) and again a public repost.<br />
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A friend of mine pointed out that I was technically committing the relatively new crime of <a href="https://www.gov.uk/government/uploads/system/uploads/attachment_data/file/405286/revenge-porn-factsheet.pdf">revenge porn</a> and I should probably delete the post. I took to Facebook to discuss with my favourite girlie group and things got heated as group members argued against me, leading to my post being deleted as it was turning into a witch hunt. I felt my voice as a victim had been taken away. People were forgetting that I'm the one who's having to view these awful messages and pictures. It's very easy for others to say "Just ignore it" when they're not experiencing this themselves. And to say "it's to be expected when you post stuff like that!" doesn't help either. So do lingerie models deserve explicit message and dick pics too, just because they happen to be modelling lingerie too? This is victim blaming, akin to blaming a woman for being raped on a night she was wearing a short skirt. Nope.<br />
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Having thought about it, yes, reposting someone's dick pics and private messages does technically make it <a href="https://www.gov.uk/government/uploads/system/uploads/attachment_data/file/405286/revenge-porn-factsheet.pdf">revenge porn</a> but I can't help feeling I'm being silenced as a victim. Why should those men, forcing their horrible sexual words and photos on women like me get the same protection as, say a man recently out of a relationship with a woman who is now using private photographs to try and blackmail him maliciously? This left me feeling so disheartened. Not only was I being let down by me peers in the Facebook group, but I was also being silenced from naming and shaming these sexual predators. What is this teaching them? That it's perfectly okay to carry on flashing their genitals and being vulgar to those they're sexually attracted to. Well it's not.</div>
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Two words. Two words that hold so much hope for the writer, yet so much despair and repulsion for the recipient. "I would". Sometimes I'll see those this 'compliment' typed without thought in my social media comments. I would. No, you wouldn't. "Why?" you ask, often with a 'lol' thrown in for good measure. Because I wouldn't allow you to. EVER. Again, you're dismissing the fact that I'm a free thinking individual and not just something to stick your meat maggot in given any opportunity. It's the presumption that I'd allow these creeps to do these things to me that annoys me the most I think. Check out the presumption in these internet nuggets I've received. </div>
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Over the past few years, yes YEARS, there's been one particular follower on Twitter who, despite me constantly blocking their multiple accounts, still feels the need to create new accounts in order to tweet me their favourite fetish/dominatrix photos and make unwanted comments about me. When I block them, they typically get nasty, for example tweeting my other half pictures of other women saying that their boobs are bigger than mine (and??), and tweeting lingerie brands to tell them not to work with me as I'm a bad representation! I always know its them as they follow and harass the same list of women every time, and their dialogue is ALWAYS the same. "OMG I burst my zipper!" is the usual mating call of this particular creep.</div>
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<span style="font-family: "helvetica neue light" , , "helvetica" , "arial" , sans-serif;">The creepers don't take it well if you happen to call them out on their behaviour. They'll hurl random unfounded insults at you such as slut, slag, dick tease, bitch. They will victim blame to try and excuse their behaviour. Here's what happened when I called one individual out on his creepy "mmmmm" comment. I think it all speaks for itself...</span></div>
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<b>"Why have your tits out in the first place. You only want people you find attractive looking. If a man you find attractive looking at your tits you wouldn't find it pervy. So if I walk about within erection and tight trousers does that mean anyone who looks is a perv?? or am I may be being a bit inappropriate...... And seeing you know men are the ones that have a higher sex drive and a drawing to things of a sexual nature. Either you don't know this or you're playing a game women have been playing for years."</b></div>
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<b>"And I'm sorry I have to say.. You want to mention creepy? Try posting hundreds of sexual pictures of yourself for thousands of complete strangers. Like I said I hope you find what you're looking for."</b></div>
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What I find most disturbing is when women stand up for these creeps as though it's okay for them to behave in this way. The following is a quote from a woman replying to me complaining about receiving an email in which a man asked if he could masturbate over my photo.</div>
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<b>"You're being unfair now. What do you expect if you put up pictures like this!? At least he has the decency to ask you. You have the right to say no if you please. But I think there is no need to shame other people for expressing their sexuality honestly. If you do that you're just a big fat tease. There is nothing wrong with people finding others attractive (even if they have a partner) it's NATURAL. So don't go around strutting your stuff and then shaming people for being honest. Unfollowing you for this..."</b></div>
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Why do I feel the need to bite back? Why can't I just sit back and take a compliment? Because objectification is not actually a compliment. Because it shouldn't be happening in the first place, and the only way to tackle that is to call these people out on their objectification. </div>
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And yes, I know this works both ways too. Only yesterday I was alarmed to see in one of my girlie Facebook groups a number of posts featuring conventionally good looking men accompanied by words such as "Where can I get one of those?" and "Is there a catalogue for these?" as though these men were non-thinking inanimate objects to take out and play with then out away when you're bored. I found myself recoiling in disgust at this to be honest. "If you can't bet em, join em"? Really? Ladies, let's not lower ourselves to creeper standards!</div>
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We don't need to remain silent anymore. We don't <i>have to</i> smile if someone in the street tells us to. Remaining silent and/or complying only reinforces this behaviour. If, for example, a creepy guy comments on your instagram and you shoot them down, then the next creepy guy (provided he's read the previous comments) sees that you're not going to stand for that kind of crap, he probably won't comment. Yes, you may get abused in the process but we mustn't allow this kind of behaviour to continue.</div>
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If you're not happy with your mum/wife/close loved one seeing the comment/message and if it's unsolicited, then don't post it. Be respectful to your fellow human beings. </div>
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Ever since <a href="http://affinitas.com/">Parfait & Affinitas</a> released the <a href="http://www.lazeme.co.uk/parfait-charlotte-padded-bra-icy-blue">Icy Blue version</a> of their <a href="http://www.lazeme.co.uk/catalogsearch/result/index/?cat=73&limit=30&q=charlotte">Charlotte</a> set I've wanted to try it in an Alice in Wonderland themed shoot. I put the idea to the back of my mind until the lovely ladies at <a href="http://www.lazeme.co.uk/">Lazeme</a> contacted me offering me the set to review!</div>
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I already own <a href="http://www.lazeme.co.uk/catalogsearch/result/index/?cat=73&limit=30&q=charlotte">Charlotte</a> in both <a href="http://www.lazeme.co.uk/parfait-charlotte-padded-bra-red">red</a> and peach and I have to say, they're by far the highest quality sets I have. Other bloggers have referred to <a href="http://www.lazeme.co.uk/catalogsearch/result/index/?cat=73&limit=30&q=charlotte">Charlotte</a> as 'scaffolding for the boobs' and they're not wrong! Not only is the bra very well constructed but it also looks stunning too with a vintage pin-up feel.<br />
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The <a href="http://www.lazeme.co.uk/catalogsearch/result/index/?cat=43&limit=30&q=charlotte">bra (£30)</a> is a padded balcony shape with matte finish cups and satin side panels and wings, cut quite high under the arms so if you have problems with high wings then this might not be the bra for you. The back is wide and made from a black powermesh. The band is true to size, nice and snug, as is the cup. If you're between sizes then my advice is to size up. I wear a 28H in <a href="http://www.lazeme.co.uk/catalogsearch/result/index/?cat=73&limit=30&q=charlotte">Charlotte</a>, the same as my Curvy Kate size but a cup bigger than my Freya size of 28GG. </div>
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The briefs come in a gorgeous<a href="http://www.lazeme.co.uk/parfait-charlotte-high-waist-brief-icy-blue"> high waisted style (£14)</a> and a <a href="http://www.lazeme.co.uk/parfait-charlotte-brief-icy-blue">bikini brief style (£12)</a>. I'm wearing a large in both, but think I could wear a medium in the high waisted brief as they're a touch on the baggy side.</div>
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My only criticisms of the <a href="http://www.lazeme.co.uk/parfait-charlotte-padded-bra-icy-blue">Charlotte bra</a> are that it can become uncomfortable under the arms as its cut quite high and the black trim and edging can be quite difficult to hide under clothes both due to the contrasting colours and because they're slightly raised. </div>
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One of the things that sets <a href="http://www.lazeme.co.uk/catalogsearch/result/index/?cat=43&limit=30&q=charlotte">Charlotte</a> aside from a lot of other fuller bust style is its size range in 28-40 D-K cups, all inclusive, which is 'praise the lingerie gods' lovely if you fall within those size ranges. Both styles of briefs are available from a XS (UK 6-8) to a 2XL (UK 18). The Charlotte range is currently available from <a href="http://www.lazeme.co.uk/catalogsearch/result/index/?cat=73&limit=30&q=charlotte">Lazeme in Purple Wine, Dusty Pink, Wild Pink, Red and Icy Blue.</a></div>
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kel_kittyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16411037269457163099noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6204782255166683967.post-14526187641253130842015-07-29T15:17:00.000-07:002015-07-29T15:41:04.111-07:00Taming your waist with Corset Story<div style="text-align: center;">
When the folks at <a href="http://www.corsets-uk.com/">Corset Story</a> offered me the chance to review a corset for them I must admit I was reluctant to try, as from past experience their corsets haven't been quite curvy enough for me ad as gorgeous as some of the corsets are, I resigned them to the 'just won't fit me' category of websites I no longer visit.</div>
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It turns out they've been working on their range since I last browsed their site, now offering<a href="http://www.corsets-uk.com/corsets/waist-taming.html"> 'waist taming' corsets</a> including gored hips and hip panels in a variety of shapes and patterns. Take a look <a href="http://www.corsets-uk.com/corsets/waist-taming.html">here</a>, some of them are really beautiful!<br />
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I chose the <a href="http://www.corsets-uk.com/underbust-with-hip-panels.html">Black Satin Underbust with Hip Panels</a>, priced currently at £59. My waist measures 25.5" currently and I usually wear a 20" in my other corsets from <a href="http://www.whatkatiedid.com/">What Katie Did</a> and <a href="http://www.orchardcorset.com/">Orchard Corset</a> but I know <a href="http://www.corsets-uk.com/">Corset Story</a> aren't as generous so I went for the 22". I think the 24" would have fitted quite well too, so please bear this in mine when you buy. It is also worth noting that this corset has waist tape, something not usually found in low-end of off the rack (OTR) corsets.<br />
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<i>The awesome hip panels!</i></div>
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I wasn't expecting much for a relatively low cost OTR corset but when it arrived I was pleasantly surprised! Although it doesn't quite create the extreme level of 'hip shelf' I get in my <a href="http://www.whatkatiedid.com/en_gb/product/1129/vamp-waist-training-steel-boned-underbust-corset">What Katie Did Vamp</a> underbust corset (£159.50), the hip panels mean that it actually fits my shape comfortably! </div>
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As you can see from the back, the corset has a wide modesty panel which I failed to neatly line up and also featured suspender loops should you wish to add suspenders (also sold by <a href="http://www.corsets-uk.com/catalogsearch/result/?cat=0&q=suspenders">Corset Story here</a>). Fully laced, the edges are pretty much parallel, apparently the safest way to lace as it means the pressure is even throughout the corset. All the Waist Taming corsets are fully steel boned and come with tags that contain a sample of the spiral steel boning, which is one of those little touches I love!</div>
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For the above photos I teamed up my new Corset Story Waist Taming corset with some old high waisted black swim shorts and the <a href="http://www.gossard.com/products/Bras/Strapless/EgoBoost-Multiway-Bra/Black">Egoboost Multiway Bra by Gossard</a>. I also had a bit of fun, creating a couple of Halloween looks with various items I found in my bedroom as you will see below!</div>
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If you're new to corseting and don't want to blow the bank or if you're a seasoned corset wearer looking for something new, check out the new range of <a href="http://www.gossard.com/products/Bras/Strapless/EgoBoost-Multiway-Bra/Black">Waist Taming</a> and <a href="http://www.corsets-uk.com/corsets/instant-shape.html">Instant Shape</a> corsets by <a href="http://www.corsetstory.com/">Corset Story</a>.</div>
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<br />kel_kittyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16411037269457163099noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6204782255166683967.post-17760078531160211842015-07-22T15:16:00.000-07:002015-07-22T15:16:10.884-07:00Happy Birthday Curvy Kate!This week I received a lovely treat from the team at <a href="http://www.curvykate.com/">Curvy Kate</a>; a lingerie cookie set to celebrate their 6th birthday!<br />
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Its thanks to <a href="http://www.curvykate.com/">Curvy Kate</a> that I started my blog. Back in 2011 I was a finalist in their Star In A Bra competition to find a new face and body for the brand for the following year. As you may or may not know, I didn't win, but my new found confidence led me to create this blog. I never thought I'd end up online in my undies but here we are!</div>
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The Star In A Bra 2011 Top Ten</div>
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<b>So thank you <a href="http://www.curvykate.com/">Curvy Kate</a> for running modelling competitions that use your average 'Jo Public', for providing us busty girls with beautiful lingerie and for including 28 bands!</b></div>
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<br />kel_kittyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16411037269457163099noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6204782255166683967.post-46922935858597730042015-07-22T14:22:00.001-07:002015-07-23T01:31:31.742-07:00Lovely Longline; Carmen by Curvy Kate<div style="text-align: center;">
A longline bra is something I've coveted for quite some time and have been unable to find in my size (28GG/H depending on brand). Over a year ago, <a href="http://www.curvykate.com/">Curvy Kate</a> saved the day yet again with their Carmen longline in sizes 28-38 D-J. </div>
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Initially the Carmen set was released in a gorgeous Rose Mix colourway as seen here on <a href="http://www.fullerfigurefullerbust.com/">FullerFigureFullerBust</a> and has since been released in Black/Boysenberry (what kind of berry is that??) which I'll be reviewing in this post.</div>
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I purchased my <a href="http://shop.brastop.com/search?view=grid&w=carmen">Carmen set from Brastop</a>. It's currently on sale for just £11.95 for the bra, £5.95 for the thong in the Black/Boysenberry colour (correct at time of publishing). Unfortunately <a href="http://brastop%2Ccom/">Brastop</a> didn't have the matching suspender belt in stock but I'm hoping to find one elsewhere.</div>
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I ordered the Carmen longline in 28GG and 28H and as I often find with <a href="http://www.curvykate.com/">Curvy Kate</a>, the 28H fitted the best. To be perfectly honest, there's not a huge difference between the two, but I generally like to err on the side of caution and go for the bigger cup. The band fits nice and snug so there are no worries in that department indicating that <a href="http://www.curvykate.com/">Curvy Kate</a> are getting it right nowadays despite earlier teething problems with loose bands. The thong I bought in a 16 and 18 and found the 16 fitted best.</div>
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I've not yet worn the set for anything more than this shoot, so I can't comment on the comfort for extended wear. I've read a few reviews on the Carmen and most say that the band tends to roll up during wear, but that it doesn't really affect their positive ratings.</div>
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<span style="text-align: left;">Initially I wasn't taken with either colourway in the Carmen, but unfortunately <a href="http://www.curvykate.com/">Curvy Kate</a> haven't released Carmen in any new colours so not wanting to miss out on the only longline I know of in my size I bit the bullet and went for the Black/Boysenberry. I'd have preferred less pink, however the detail in the embroidery is beautiful.</span></div>
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<span style="text-align: left;">My only criticisms are that I feel the bulkiness of the cups might be visible under clothing and that having so many hooks to fasten can be very awkward, particularly for those with mobility problems. Other than that, it's a gorgeous set and I hope <a href="http://www.curvykate.com/">Curvy Kate</a> will release more colours in the future.</span></div>
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<span style="text-align: left;"><b>If you love this set, you can still find selected sizes on <a href="http://shop.brastop.com/search?view=grid&w=carmen">Brastop</a>, <a href="http://www.amazon.co.uk/s/ref=nb_sb_noss?url=search-alias%3Daps&field-keywords=Curvy+Kate+Carmen&rh=i%3Aaps%2Ck%3ACurvy+Kate+Carmen">Amazon</a>, <a href="http://www.ebay.co.uk/sch/i.html?_nkw=Curvy%20Kate%20Carmen&ssPageName=GSTL">Ebay</a> and at <a href="http://www.figleaves.com/uk/product/CUR-SG2201/Curvy-Kate-Carmen-Padded-Balcony-Bra/?size=&colour=Black">Figleaves</a>, all of which are selling it at less than RRP! </b></span></div>
kel_kittyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16411037269457163099noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6204782255166683967.post-27646418946525992632015-04-08T11:53:00.001-07:002015-04-08T12:12:39.092-07:00The Beautiful Boudoir by Pour Moi?<div style="text-align: center;">
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Back in February you may recall my <a href="http://kel-kitty.blogspot.co.uk/2015/02/pour-moi-valentines-day-edit-2015.html">Valentine's line-up</a> was dedicated to one brand, <a href="http://www.pourmoi-lingerie.co.uk/">Pour Moi?</a> I was contacted by the company who offered me a set to review, so naturally I chose my 'No. 1' set from the gorgeous <a href="http://www.pourmoi-lingerie.co.uk/Lingerie/Boudoir">Boudoir</a> range.</div>
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<i><i><b>*Firstly and most importantly, Pour Moi? don't make my current size of 28GG/H so I had to sister size to a 30G.*</b></i></i></div>
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The <a href="http://www.pourmoi-lingerie.co.uk/Lingerie/Boudoir">Boudoir range from Pour Moi?</a> is made in an elegant nude mesh with black trim, straps and floral embroidered motifs. I consider the <a href="http://www.pourmoi-lingerie.co.uk/Lingerie/Boudoir">Boudoir range</a> to be a practical way of wearing a burlesque look, with the floral motifs hinting at nipple pasties. I have to admit, I ADORE the strappy look of this range and should I ever book another shoot with <a href="http://www.myboudoir.co.uk/">My Boudoir</a> I plan on wearing it with few extra accessories.</div>
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Pour Moi? very kindly sent me both bras from the<a href="http://www.pourmoi-lingerie.co.uk/Lingerie/Boudoir"> Boudoir range</a>, the <a href="http://www.pourmoi-lingerie.co.uk/14111/Pour-Moi/Boudoir-Half-Padded-Bra/">half padded</a> and <a href="http://www.pourmoi-lingerie.co.uk/14112/Pour-Moi/Boudoir-Underwired-Bra/">unpadded</a>, both in a 30G. Both bras are too big in the band as expected, but could be shortened using a <a href="http://www.rixieclip.com/">Rixie Clip</a> if needs be. </div>
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The <a href="http://www.pourmoi-lingerie.co.uk/14112/Pour-Moi/Boudoir-Underwired-Bra/">Unpadded Boudoir Bra</a> comes in sizes 30D-G, 32-36B-G and 38-40C-G and costs £28. It has sheer cups with strategically placed black floral motifs to ensure no nipple show if that's something you guard against. The underwiring is highlighted in black to mirror the trim at the top of the cups and the straps are black and fully adjustable. As I've sister sized, I expected the cups to fit well, but I feel a cup size bigger would have fitted better, so if you can, size up in the cup but stick to your usual band.</div>
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Above: The <a href="http://www.pourmoi-lingerie.co.uk/14112/Pour-Moi/Boudoir-Underwired-Bra/">Unpadded Boudoir Bra</a></div>
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Next up, the <a href="http://www.pourmoi-lingerie.co.uk/14111/Pour-Moi/Boudoir-Half-Padded-Bra/">Half Padded Boudoir Bra</a>, £28 in sizes 30D-G, 32-34B-G and 38-40C-G. now this bra is interesting! Unlike anything I've ever seen before it has a half cup, again with the floral motif and black underwire casing, and a...how do I describe this...a floating trim? It'll make more sense when you see the photos.Sadly this bra runs smaller in the cup by around a whole cup size, so size up by two cups and stick to your usual band. That said, this bra was clearly designed with seduction in mind so I guess fit isn't all that important! </div>
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I was also sent the <a href="http://www.pourmoi-lingerie.co.uk/14114/Pour-Moi/Boudoir-Thong/">Boudoir Thong</a> in a size 16 (£12 sizes 8-16) and <a href="http://www.pourmoi-lingerie.co.uk/14117/Pour-Moi/Boudoir-Suspender/">Boudoir Suspender</a> in a Large (£20 sizes S-XL). The <a href="http://www.pourmoi-lingerie.co.uk/14114/Pour-Moi/Boudoir-Thong/">Boudoir Thong</a> is a perfect fit, if a touch baggy in the front and I love the strappy detail. It works beautifully with the <a href="http://www.pourmoi-lingerie.co.uk/14117/Pour-Moi/Boudoir-Suspender/">Boudoir Suspender</a> as you can see. Ideally a smaller suspender belt would have been preferable as I've ventured out before in a suspender belt that sits on my hips rather than my waist before and ended up with my stockings slipping! </div>
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As you all know, I'm slightly obsessed with Jessica Rabbit but her 'traditional' floor length gown is somewhat impractical, so when I came across this shorter version, aptly named <a href="http://www.glamourbunny.co.uk/Pinup-dress-Jessica-red-brand-independent-designer-gerry-roxby">Jessica by Gerry Roxby</a> for <a href="http://www.glamourbunny.co.uk/index.php?route=common/home">Glamour Bunny</a>, I instantly added her to my lust list.<br />
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Jessica sits just below the knee on me at 5'2", has a split at the back to ease walking and is made from a stretch sequin fabric. The bodice is plastic boned which can be awkward for some, me included, as it tends to create a more angular shape rather than rounded like what I was getting in my <a href="http://www.gossard.com/products/Bras/Strapless/EgoBoost-Strapless-Bra/Black?shade=4">Gossard Egoboost</a> strapless bra.I think the idea is that you can wear the dress braless, but to someone with a heavier bust this, as always, isn't possible. The bodice also has an elasticated strap with a bra fastening to help keep the bust securely in place. Jessica is fully lined and zips up at the back.</div>
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As I mentioned before, <a href="http://www.glamourbunny.co.uk/Pinup-dress-Jessica-red-brand-independent-designer-gerry-roxby">Jessica</a> is designed to be worn braless and yes, I tried it but it wasn't pretty! The plastic boning just isn't enough to hold up an ample bust sadly, so I tried it with my <a href="http://www.gossard.com/products/Bras/Strapless/EgoBoost-Strapless-Bra/Black?shade=4">Gossard Egoboost</a> strapless in a 30G (review to follow at some point) and it worked well, although Jessica didn't quite cover my bra fully. I'm sure a couple of carefully placed safety pins or strips of 'Hollywood tape' would do the trick nicely however. My other issue is that the shape of the bust line is more pointy than sweetheart, which would have been much more preferable I feel, and may have helped cover my bra.</div>
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Under my <a href="http://www.glamourbunny.co.uk/Pinup-dress-Jessica-red-brand-independent-designer-gerry-roxby">Jessica</a> I also wore my <a href="http://www.whatkatiedid.com/en_gb/product/1129/vamp-waist-training-steel-boned-underbust-corset">What Katie Did Vamp</a> underbust corset to give me those exaggerated hips and a bit of extra bust support. I forgot to add my shapewear to smooth out the bottom of the corset so you can see the bottom line of the corset if you look for it.</div>
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All in all, I'm very fond of my <a href="http://www.glamourbunny.co.uk/Pinup-dress-Jessica-red-brand-independent-designer-gerry-roxby">Jessica</a>. It's definitely a, dare I say it, more subtle(?!) way to wear a Jessica Rabbit style and comes in other colours too. Okay, so it's not the most impractical dress as I'd have to wear it with a corset and strapless bra (come on ladies, they're not the comfiest piece of kit are they?!) but for a special night out where you want to make an impact it's absolutely perfect! It's always worth checking <a href="http://www.ebay.co.uk/sch/i.html?_from=R40&_trksid=p2050601.m570.l1313.TR3.TRC2.A0.H0.Xgerry+roxby.TRS0&_nkw=gerry+roxby&_sacat=0">eBay for Gerry Roxby</a> dresses as there are a few going for quite a low price from time to time.</div>
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If you're a regular reader here you'll be familiar with UK vintage reproduction brands, <a href="http://www.ladyvlondon.com/">Lady V London</a> and <a href="http://www.collectif.co.uk/">Collectif</a> . Both online stores had winter sales a few months ago with dresses from as little as £20, so who am I to resist a bargain? 3 from <a href="http://www.ladyvlondon.com/">Lady V</a>, 1 from <a href="http://www.collectif.co.uk/">Collectif</a>! All dresses I try in this post are a UK size 8.<br />
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For quite some time I've had my eye on the <a href="http://ladyvlondon.com/search.php">Isabella</a> as a less expensive alternative to <a href="http://www.pinupgirlclothing.com/catalogsearch/result/?q=pc-heidi-">Pinupgirlclothing's famous Heidi</a>, a swing dress with fitted bodice and sweetheart neckline made to flatter EVERYONE. I ordered Isabella in this gorgeous red wine polka dot, as modelled by the stunning <a href="http://www.octoberdivine.co.uk/">October Divine</a> below.</div>
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Sadly it didn't look as gorgeous on me! As always, my short torso let me down and it was a little on the baggy side too. A size smaller would have been perfect I think but it wasn't produced in a UK size 6. I also feel it doesn't have enough fabric in the skirt. It's more of a circle skirt than a full swing I'd say, and a small circle at that. If you add a petticoat it doesn't swing as nicely as Heidi does, it just sort of...sits kind of stiffly on top of the petticoat without a gathered, swingy effect. Does that even make sense? </div>
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*Check out <a href="http://fullerfigurefullerbust.com/2015/01/21/isabella-by-lady-v-london/">Georgina's review on FullerFigureFullerBust.</a>*</div>
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Onto another Lady V number I've had my eye on for a while. This one I hold close to my heart as it was designed by none other than the lovely Georgina Horne of <a href="http://fullerfigurefullerbust.com/">FullerFigureFullerBust</a>. Named after a friend, Georgina put her heart and soul into creating a the <a href="http://ladyvlondon.com/search.php">Estella</a> designed to make every super curvy woman feel like a twirly whirly dream! I chose the pretty pink rose print dress as it reminded me of the <a href="http://kel-kitty.blogspot.co.uk/2014/12/a-bittersweet-tale-from-lady-v-london.html">Rosetta I reviewed in a previous post</a>.</div>
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<i><a href="http://fullerfigurefullerbust.com/">Georgina</a> modelling her <a href="http://ladyvlondon.com/search.php">Estella</a> dress</i></div>
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Unfortunately I'm not quite curvy enough to fill the <a href="http://ladyvlondon.com/The-Estella-Plus-Size-Vintage-Dress/">Estella</a> out properly so the wrap neckline felt quite modest for me. I think it's better suited to those with a larger bust and/or longer torso than myself as the waistline was too long for me too. </div>
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The bad points aside, I liked the loose fit sleeves as it turned the dress from an ordinary 50's swing style to a sort of Japanese-y 1940's tea dress on me, which I quite liked. I then had the bright idea of throwing on my <a href="http://www.orchardcorset.com/corsets/steel-boned-underbust-wasp-corset-in-cotton-cs-301/">Orchard Corset CS-301</a> over the dress and adding my usual petticoat and it completely transformed it! What do you think?</div>
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Lastly from <a href="http://www.ladyvlondon.com/">Lady V London</a> is an old favourite style of mine, the <a href="http://ladyvlondon.com/Vintage-Swing-Dresses/">swing dress</a>, this time in a gorgeous poppy print! I initially had a few <a href="http://kel-kitty.blogspot.co.uk/2012/04/lady-vintage-london-almost-perfect.html">fit issues</a> with the swing dress being too big on the waist and/or shoulders so I stopped buying them, so I was reluctant to try again but with the Poppy <a href="http://ladyvlondon.com/Vintage-Swing-Dresses/">swing dress</a> in the sale at around £20 I threw caution to the wind. </div>
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I'm so glad I did as this version is made from a slightly stretchy fabric and actually fits without the need for a belt, corset or alterations! Hurrah! It's a tiny bit snug on the but I can live with that. I absolutely love the print and plan to wear it casually, out to dinner and even to work on November 11th! I tried the Poppy <a href="http://ladyvlondon.com/Vintage-Swing-Dresses/">swing dress</a> with and without a corset and petticoat and it looks good either way. </div>
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<b>The verdict; Faith in the Lady V London swing dress restored! It's a keeper!</b></div>
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<i>Dolores Doll dress in red gingham from Collectif</i></div>
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And finally, one I've ordered and returned before, the <a href="http://www.collectif.co.uk/gingham-dolores-sweetheart-gingham-doll-dress-p-css130815f-c-red.html">Dolores Doll in red gingham</a> from <a href="http://www.collectif.co.uk/">Collectif.</a> The Dolores Doll is another swing dress, this time with a sweetheart neckline and cute puff sleeves. <a href="http://kel-kitty.blogspot.co.uk/2012/01/dolores-dolores-let-down-your-hair.html">I have both the Dolores doll dress and Dolores pencil dress in numerous fabrics</a> now and is a strong favourite shape for me year after year. </div>
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The size chart advised to size up if you are in between sizes as the gingham fabric doesn't allow for much stretch, but I often find <a href="http://www.collectif.co.uk/Search?text=dolores-doll">Collectif Dolores doll dresses</a> are very much hit and miss when it comes to a 'usual' size, so I threw caution to the wind and ordered my usual UK size 8. Thankfully the fit is spot on! Since the bust is ruched, I imagine it will fit most boobs, big and small. </div>
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As I said I'd already ordered and returned this dress before back in the summer because on me it's far too long to look cute. I'm 5'2" and it sits longer than my petticoat so it look a bit odd. I figured that I couldn't live without this dress at the sale price I got it for so I will get it shortened and won't return it! </div>
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<a href="http://www.curvywordy.com/2014/05/collectif-dolores-sweetheart-gingham.html">*Also check out CurvyWordy's review here*</a></div>
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<b>The verdict; with a few inches taken off the length, it's a definite hit!</b><br /><br />Oh, as for what I wore underneath, my <a href="http://www.freyalingerie.com/freya-deco.aspx">Freya Deco</a>, <a href="http://www.orchardcorset.com/corsets/steel-boned-underbust-wasp-corset-in-cotton-cs-301/">Orchard Corset CS-301</a> and <a href="http://www.collectif.co.uk/plain-lola-petticoat-puffy-p-sku5103-c-black.html">Lola petticoat from Collectif.</a></div>
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Back in 2011 during my time in the <a href="http://www.curvykate.com/">Curvy Kate</a> <a href="http://www.starinabra.com/">Star In A Bra competition</a> I said if I got into the top 10 I'd buy a floor length red sequinned strapless gown and have a photoshoot as curvy cartoon icon Jessica Rabbit. I eventually bought the dress and occasionally tried it on, dreaming about one day being transformed into Ms Rabbit. </div>
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A few years ago one particular photographer,<a href="http://www.myboudoir.co.uk/"> My Boudoir</a> caught my attention after <a href="http://fullerfigurefullerbust.com/">Georgina of FullerFigureFullerBust</a> shot with them. Their images are stunning, capturing the beauty of each and every subject to a tee. <a href="http://www.myboudoir.co.uk/">My Boudoir</a> is a 3 woman team; two make-up artists (<a href="https://www.facebook.com/MichelleSissonMUAH">Sarah</a> and <a href="https://www.facebook.com/MichelleSissonMUAH">Michelle</a>) and Nicola. Last year <a href="http://www.myboudoir.co.uk/">My Boudoir</a> ran a competition looking for a muse and if you're a regular reader you'll know I <a href="http://kel-kitty.blogspot.co.uk/2014/07/make-me-muse-for-my-boudoirplease-vote.html">made it into the final selection</a>. Sadly I missed out on being selected for a shoot, but Nicola very kindly gave the runners up a £50 voucher towards a shoot and I finally bit the bullet and used mine last week!</div>
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My day began at home having booked the day of work to prepare. I had a long bath to relax and remove any trace of stubble to look as flawless as I could possibly manage for my shoot. I packed my bag and before I knew it my boyfriend was at my door ready to whisk me up the M6 to Ramsbottom. </div>
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At Nicola's door I was greeted with another beautiful lady getting the last of her hair and make-up tweaked by Sarah and Nicola's sweet little French Bulldogs Stan and Norman. I was even given an antihistamine as I mentioned I'm allergic to short haired dogs so I could cuddle them without having to worry about having a skin flare up! Those ladies look after you, believe me!</div>
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I had the pleasure of having my look perfected by <a href="https://www.facebook.com/pages/Sarah-Elliott-Hair-Makeup-Artist/261582193957689">Sarah</a>, and found myself convinced she studied at Hogwarts Beauty School of Hair Witchcraft and Make up Wizardry! Honestly, that woman is a genius! I've never seen myself look so good (even if I do say so myself)! I was then whisked upstairs to Nicola's bedroom (AKA her studio) and helped into my outfit. Nicola promptly snapped away, posing me as she saw fit. I then gotout of my Jessica Rabbit outfit and into my birthday suit for a couple of 'implied nudes', one of which I was posed beneath a dusky lilac ostrich feather fan, which I knew would turn out spectacularly.</div>
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So without further ado, my photos! I've spared you my butt crack and opted for the shot that Nicola so kindly cropped for me.</div>
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I consider <a href="http://www.myboudoir.co.uk/">My Boudoir</a> to be the gold standard of Boudoir photography. I've perused numerous other photographers but none cut the mustard quite like Nicola! Yes, she edits the images but I don't have an issue with this as I see it as a final polish. It's not like I'm being made to not look like me anymore like some other editors do.</div>
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<a href="http://www.myboudoir.co.uk/#!prices/ce7b">My Boudoir</a>'s make over and photoshoot packages <a href="http://www.myboudoir.co.uk/#!prices/ce7b">start at £300</a>. Keep an eye out for special shoot day offers by following their <a href="https://www.facebook.com/MyBoudoirUK?fref=ts">Facebook page</a>.</div>
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But a few days from now it will be upon us. The day singletons loathe, those spoken for panic about; Valentine's Day. I've never been a fan of lingerie for lingerie for the sake of seduction but I realise some of you might and admittedly I have found myself lusting over a number of styles a little less practical for everyday use, so here's my top 5 for Valentine's Day 2015 by lingerie brand <a href="http://www.pourmoi-lingerie.co.uk/">Pour Moi?</a> I know they don't come in my size, but a girl can dream (and sister size) right?</div>
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<b><i>5.</i></b> In at number 5 is the flirty <a href="http://www.pourmoi-lingerie.co.uk/Lingerie/Indulgence">Indulgence</a> range. With it's pink base and black mesh overlay it's both feminine and sexy. What's more, this set in on sale! Prices listed below are correct at the time of publishing.<br />
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Padded Bra £12.00 Sizes 30 D-F, 32 B-F, 34 A-F, 36 B-E</div>
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Suspender Belt £8.00 Sizes S-XL</div>
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<b>4.</b> A luxurious addition to your lingerie drawer from <a href="http://www.pourmoi-lingerie.co.uk/">Pour Moi?</a> is the <a href="http://www.pourmoi-lingerie.co.uk/Lingerie/Treasure?showall=true">Treasure</a> range. With tons of eyelash lace, satin and bows (gotta love bows, right?) you're sure to find something in the range even if the bra and basque don't come in your size (raises hand). Check out the super cute skirted thong!</div>
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<b>3.</b> For a less typically sexy caged look, try the <a href="http://www.pourmoi-lingerie.co.uk/Lingerie/Forbidden">Forbidden</a> range in its brand new colour way of Peacock, a bright peacock blue with a hint of pink lurking beneath. The <a href="http://www.pourmoi-lingerie.co.uk/Lingerie/Forbidden">Forbidden</a> range features such details as bows and little keys and also comes in a more stereotypically sexy colour way of pink/black. The latter colour boasts a larger range of matching items such as a basque and suspender belt.</div>
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<b>2.</b> The set that has grabbed my attention the most and had me daydreaming about is <a href="http://www.pourmoi-lingerie.co.uk/Lingerie/Addicted?showall=true">Addicted</a>. Like <a href="http://www.pourmoi-lingerie.co.uk/Lingerie/Forbidden">Forbidden</a> (above) is has that bondage-inspired caged look but is more strappy and comes in red, black and white. I LOVE this set in red! The bra is a half cup unpadded and features a tassel-ended bow at the gore. </div>
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<b>1. </b>And finally in the top slot, the beautiful <a href="http://www.pourmoi-lingerie.co.uk/Lingerie/Boudoir">Boudoir</a> range! In nude mesh with black floral motif this range oozes sensual decadence. The range features two bras, one sheer unpadded (first pic), the other is a half padded (second pic) with a sort of cage look but done more elegantly with a sheer black mesh. It's divine! I love the burlesque look this set has with the flora motifs reminiscent of tasselled pasties.</div>
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It was love at first sight...BAM! On browsing Facebook a few weeks I was completely taken aback by the most beautiful sight. Rosetta was her name, she flaunted as many red roses as a sleazy Lothario on Valentine's Day. She flirtily enticed me to take a closer look and I was hooked.</div>
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Rosetta is of course this beautiful dress from <a href="http://ladyvlondon.com/">Lady V London</a>. Priced at £60 she's at the higher end of what I'd normally pay for a dress on account of me having so many I don't get enough use to justify the cost. Alas I was unable to resist. I knew she'd sell out quickly so I took the plunge. A few days later she arrived and I eagerly slipped her on...</div>
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I'd ordered my usual <a href="http://ladyvlondon.com/">Lady V London</a> size in the <a href="http://ladyvlondon.com/Red-and-Green-Rose-Rosetta-Dress/#.VIq4wdKsXSk">Rose Print Rosetta Swing Dress</a> which is a UK 8. The size chart puts me at a 10 bust, 8 waist and 12 hips but I'd recommend working from your waist measurement if your figure is anything like mine. To ease the awkward 'which size do I order?' dilemma of the <a href="http://ladyvlondon.com/Rosetta/">Rosetta Swing</a>, you only need to take into account your bust and waist measurements since it's free at the hips. <a href="http://ladyvlondon.com/Rosetta/">The Rosetta Swing Dress</a> size chart below suggests a UK size 8 to be 33" bust and 27" hips. I'm currently sitting at 36" bust and 25.5" waist and the Rosetta fits fine, possibly because of the mock wrap bust line giving a bit more flexibility on size. <a href="http://ladyvlondon.com/Rosetta/">The Rosetta Swing Dress</a> sits a few inches below my knee. I'm 5'2" for reference. </div>
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So let's take a look at Rosetta in full. Here I teamed her up with red accessories as I felt they worked best. My belt is from a random Chinese seller on eBay and my shoes are an old style from Debenhams. The clutch came from my local indoor market. I chose not to wear a petticoat as it doesn't necessarily need one, but you can add one if you like a more voluminous look. The neckline is definitely ideal for showcasing your cleavage and may not be suitable for those less inclined to flaunt </div>
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Now as you may have gathered from the title of this post, this love story does not end well. It's visible on the middle photo above that one of the sleeves is slipping and that's with me posing in an attempt to prevent that happening. As I've discussed a number of times before, I often have issues with the fit of dresses and tops at the shoulders since I'm quite petite, causing straps to slip, gaping collars and a generally awkward fit. <a href="http://ladyvlondon.com/Rosetta/">Rosetta</a>, my love, this is where it all went wrong.</div>
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As you can see in the photo above, I'm not posing to make it look any worse, this is genuinely how much bigger than my shoulders the dress is. Sadly, the sleeves can't be altered easily as they are pleated and it would be quite a difficult job to do neatly so I'm told. This was the deal breaker for me. It's okay to have a bit of extra wiggle room in the waist, not quite enough in the bust, but the shoulders slipping, nope. </div>
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Rosetta is available from <a href="http://ladyvlondon.com/">Lady V London</a> for£60 in 7 different colours, sizes 8-20/22.</div>
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As an aside, if you love this dress but prefer a more streamlined silhouette, check out <a href="http://ladyvlondon.com/Loretta/">Loretta</a> which has the same top half with a mock wrap tulip skirt.</div>
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Alas, I bid farewell to <a href="http://rosetta./">Rosetta.</a> Please join me and my wardrobe in mourning this sad loss.</div>
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When <a href="http://www.tuttirouge.com/">Tutti Rouge</a> contacted me asking if I'd like to review their aptly named <a href="http://tuttirouge.bigcartel.com/products?search-submit=&search=kitty">Kitty</a> set for them I almost snapped their hand off as this set is truly stunning!</div>
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The luxurious satin/lace <a href="http://tuttirouge.bigcartel.com/products?search-submit=&search=kitty">Kitty</a> comes in a bright pink/magenta and mysterious Liberty blue. I initially wanted the Liberty blue but it was out of stock in my size so I opted for the pink/magenta, and once it arrived I didn't regret my decision one bit!</div>
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The <a href="http://tuttirouge.bigcartel.com/product/kitty-bra-pink-magenta">Kitty bra</a> is a half padded balconette with satin and lace top cup. As with all <a href="http://www.tuttirouge.com/">Tutti Rouge</a> bras, the adjustable sliders are heart shaped and the brand name is embossed on the back. A new addition to those little details that put <a href="http://www.tuttirouge.com/">Tutti Rouge</a> aside from other brands is the little tag reminding you to check your breasts! It's nice to see that a number of lingerie brands are now working with breast cancer charity <a href="http://coppafeel.org/">Coppafeel</a>, check them out <a href="http://coppafeel.org/">here</a>.<br />
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So the fit: I really struggle with <a href="http://www.tuttirouge.com/">Tutti Rouge</a>. I don't know what it is that makes my boobs not work with them but they just don't particularly well, and the <a href="http://tuttirouge.bigcartel.com/product/kitty-bra-pink-magenta">Kitty</a> (£32) is no exception. I'm a big fan of round, forward projection when it comes to my boobs, which isn't ever going to happen in a balcony bra on me. I feel <a href="http://tuttirouge.bigcartel.com/product/kitty-bra-pink-magenta">Kitty</a> gives me a bit of an east/west fit, and the pattern would benefit from a little more structure at the outer sides of the cups to encourage forward projection. My other mini moan is the straps. Please, Tutti, I beg you to make them FULLY adjustable! I have petite shoulders so I face a constant battle with dresses and bra straps so I need them to be adjustable.</div>
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On the plus side, it's not too bad a fit! I went for my 'usual' size of a 28GG so <a href="http://tuttirouge.bigcartel.com/products?search-submit=&search=kitty">Kitty</a> is very much true to size. The band is nice and snug, just how it should be. The straps, as I've said, are too long, and I will be shortening them to get a bit more support as I feel it's sitting like a strapless bra at the moment.</div>
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Again, it's those little details that win me over! That eyelash lace on the upper cups, the contrasting purple ribbon with offset pink rose, the little roses on the base of the straps, oh my!</div>
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I was also sent the <a href="http://tuttirouge.bigcartel.com/product/kitty-skirty-short-pink-magenta">Kitty Skirty Short (£16)</a> in a medium which is perfect on my 40" hips. As much as I love these I found the skirt part was difficult to get right, but I think on someone with a smaller backside it would sit properly! The front centre is finished off with a purple bow with offset pink rose like on the bra and a two roses on the back. The back is full coverage mesh, and as always, no photos of my sheerly covered rear end!</div>
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So, You're probably wondering how the set looks on me. Here goes, unedited and gratuitous as always!</div>
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The Kitty set also features an awesome <a href="http://tuttirouge.bigcartel.com/product/kitty-suspender-belt-pink-magenta">suspender belt(17.50)</a> which hasn't yet been released, so if you love the set, keep an eye out for it in the future.</div>
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Over the past few years more and more brands are popping up here and there to cater for the more busty amongst us, and in this post I'm going to introduce the latest off the cutting table;<a href="http://www.bitterlollipop.com/"> Bitter Lollipop</a>, whom I also have the pleasure of reviewing a dress for!</div>
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<a href="http://www.bitterlollipop.com/">Bitter lollipop</a> specifically caters for sizes 8-14 in the two options of 'Busty' and 'Buxom'. Here's their <a href="http://www.bitterlollipop.com/size-chart/">size chart</a>.</div>
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<a href="http://www.bitterlollipop.com/">Bitter Lollipop</a> was launched in September 2014 as a result of founder Kelly's passion for fashion and struggle to find dresses to fit her frame. The name <a href="http://www.bitterlollipop.com/">Bitter Lollipop</a> is a combination of her bitter feelings of the difficulties in dressing her own lollipop-shaped figure, in case you were wondering! </div>
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Kelly is Chicago born and bred and moved to the UK a few years ago for her Masters degree, settling to set up <a href="http://www.bitterlollipop.com/">Bitter Lollipop</a> in Nottingham. Much like <a href="http://madeinpreston.com/">Made In Preston</a>, <a href="http://www.bitterlollipop.com/">Bitter Lollipop</a> pieces are hand made here in the UK, promoting local industry and boosting the national economy. Kelly's designs are influenced by British culture as well as her American heritage , which are most apparent in her fabric choices. </div>
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I was contacted by Kelly a while ago and to be honest, this was the first time I'd heard of <a href="http://www.bitterlollipop.com/">Bitter Lollipop</a>. Kelly asked if I'd like to review a dress from her launching collection, to which of course I jumped at the chance. I'd initially fallen in love with the fabric from the geometric print dress but I didn't think the shape would work for me as I prefer a more tailored fit, which is always difficult with my 36-25.5-40 figure, so I instead opted for the safer option hip-wise of the <a href="http://www.bitterlollipop.com/shop/olivia-printed-fit-flare-dress">Olivia</a> in the size 8 Busty.</div>
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My first impressions of the dress; impressed! The dress is made from quite a heavy combination of patterned stretch cotton mix and (I admit I was totally bowled over by this) a STRETCHY lining! In all my years I've often wondered why dresses are made in a stretch fabric only to have that cancelled out by having a non-stretch lining. Really, what's the point in that? The quality of the workmanship is excellent. The zip is nicely hidden at the back, the stitching is neat and tidy and a lot of thought has been given to drafting the pattern itself. </div>
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The Olivia fits beautifully on my 25.5" waist and 36" bust, apart from a little gaping under the arms. As you can see from the side view below, my bra is slightly visible. I feel the underarm area could benefit from an extra dart to conceal my bra a bit better but that might just be how it fits on me and may well fit better on someone else. </div>
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I admit I was concerned at how I was going to accessorise this dress, what with the fabric having a combination of pink, red, coral, black and a touch of pale blue too. I first thought the pattern was better suited to a summery outfit, but having tried it with both red accessories and black accessories, I'd suggest it suits the autumnal months equally. I'll go ahead and post a few different looks now to show the versatility. The black flamingo cardigan was from a charity shop, red clutch bag from my local market and hair flowers from ebay. Let me know which look you like best!</div>
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I've heard a few gripes online about the cost of <a href="http://www.bitterlollipop.com/">Bitter Lollipop</a> and I just want to stand up for Kelly here. Kelly has worked hard to set up her own business, <a href="http://www.bitterlollipop.com/">Bitter Lollipop</a>. Creating patterns, sourcing fabric and making the dresses , both fitting samples and making dresses for orders. Her heart and soul has gone into this and this is her baby. I support her integrity, creativity and passion for her business and hope you feel the same way.</div>
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Olivia is made to order and available from <a href="http://www.bitterlollipop.com/shop/olivia-printed-fit-flare-dress">Bitter Lollipop at £79</a> in sizes 8 Busty & Buxom to 16 Busty & Buxom.</div>
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A little while ago I was contacted by online store <a href="http://www.brasandhoney.com/">Bras & Honey</a> who asked if I'd like to review a lingerie set for them. I'd be mad to say no, so here we are!</div>
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Bras & Honey stock big cup brands like <a href="http://www.brasandhoney.com/products/browse.aspx?query=freya">Freya</a>, <a href="http://www.brasandhoney.com/products/browse.aspx?query=curvy%20kate">Curvy Kate</a>, <a href="http://www.brasandhoney.com/products/browse.aspx?query=elomi">Elomi</a> and <a href="http://www.brasandhoney.com/products/browse.aspx?query=panache">Panache</a>, not to mention a wide range of shapewear from the likes of <a href="http://www.brasandhoney.com/products/browse.aspx?query=spanx">Spanx</a>, <a href="http://www.brasandhoney.com/products/browse.aspx?query=maidenform">Maidenform</a> and <a href="http://www.brasandhoney.com/miraclesuit/miraclesuit-shapewear.aspx">Miraclesuit</a>.</div>
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<span style="font-size: small;">After a quick browse through the site, I chose my staple favourite of a Freya Deco, however this isn't any Deco, this is the <a href="http://www.brasandhoney.com/freya-bra/freya-deco-rebel/">Deco Rebel</a>, a much anticipated leopard print Deco! </span></div>
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<span style="font-size: small;">The Freya Deco bra is a smooth moulded t-shirt bra offering excellent shape, support and comfort. I wear a Deco every day, no word of a lie, so when Freya announced they were making a leopard print variant AKA the <a href="http://www.brasandhoney.com/freya-bra/freya-deco-rebel/">Deco Rebel</a> I was overjoyed!</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: small;">One last thing, you've probably noticed my awesome 'Kitten' necklace I'm wearing in my pics. I had it custom made by <a href="http://retail.extremelargeness.com/">Extreme Largeness</a>. They do all kinds of cool and kitsch jewellery and accessories, check them out!</span></div>
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For those of you who already follow me in Twitter and Instagram you're probably already very aware that I LOVE the <a href="http://www.freyalingerie.com/lingerie/latest-collections.aspx#!t=8036,8037,8038&i=49">Deco bra by Freya</a>. I own something like 20 now yet weirdly I've never actually written a post dedicated to them! So here we are!</div>
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A few weeks ago <a href="http://www.freyalingerie.com/">Freya</a> contacted me asking if I'd like to review a Deco for them, and of course I said yes! After a little deliberation we finally decided on the <a href="http://www.freyalingerie.com/lingerie/decodelight/ss14/moulded_multiway_bra.aspx?colour=dove">Deco Delight</a>, a spin-off of the original, this time with pretty lace details and a racer back, as first seen on the <a href="http://www.freyalingerie.com/lingerie/decocharm/aw14/moulded_plunge_bra.aspx?colour=fuchsia">Deco Charm</a> from their AW14 range.</div>
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My eagerly awaited parcel of joy arrived and as soon as I got my paws on it I tore the box open to find a hot pink paper bag emblazoned with the Freya logo with orange Freya tissue paper oozing from the opening. So exciting! I carefully lifted the tissue paper (wow, I'm really building this up aren't I?) to reveal not only a <a href="http://www.freyalingerie.com/lingerie/decodelight/ss14/moulded_multiway_bra.aspx?colour=dove">Deco Delight</a> bra, but <a href="http://www.freyalingerie.com/lingerie/decodelight/ss14/brazilian.aspx?colour=dove">Brazilian brief</a>, <a href="http://www.freyalingerie.com/lingerie/decodelight/ss14/short.aspx?colour=dove">shorts</a> AND a <a href="http://www.freyalingerie.com/lingerie/decodelight/ss14/chemise.aspx?colour=dove">chemise</a> too! Oh Freya, you really went to town, much love to you!</div>
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The Deco Delight range comes in a cosy shade of marl grey with cream lace detailing and tiny cream bows. It's the only colourway available at the moment and it's just lovely. Initially I thought it was made from t-shirty fabric as it's a grey marl, and I'm so glad it's not because I've had that sort of bra before. They tend to cling to whatever you're wearing and don't sit well. I digress, it's not made from that but instead a smooth mix of 64% Polyster, 24% Nylon/Polymide, 8% Elastane and the magic ingredient, 4% Tactel, making Deco Delight soft to the touch. Hurrah!</div>
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Unfortunately Freya didn't have a 28GG in stock so we decided to sister size to a 30G. I never sister size on the band unless it's super tight, and particularly not with my Decos since I like a fuss-free fit. However, given the circumstances and the fact I own a <a href="https://www.etsy.com/uk/shop/RixieClip">Rixie Clip band shortening...thingy</a>... I agreed to try it. So with that in mind, I'll base my review on my 'true' size of a 28GG since I own so many Decos in said size. I'm too honest for my own good. I could have just lied and said it's a 28GG from the offset, but nope.<br />
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"Why is such an ordinary looking bra your absolute favourite?", I hear you ask. I shall tell you for why my dear readers! It's what it DOES to my boobs. Hello cleavage! Not to mention it's perfect under almost ANYTHING. Seriously, I wear a Deco every. Single. Day. They're really comfortable, supportive and with the addition of the racer back clip on the <a href="http://www.freyalingerie.com/lingerie/decocharm/aw14/moulded_plunge_bra.aspx?colour=fuchsia">Deco Charm</a> and the <a href="http://www.freyalingerie.com/lingerie/decodelight/ss14/moulded_multiway_bra.aspx?colour=dove">Deco Delight</a> they're super practical. I'm hoping to see the racer clip featured on the basic black and nude colours in the future as this would open up a new realm of clothes shopping for me as I've ALWAYS avoided racer backs for bra strap reasons.</div>
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So on to the products! The iconic Deco bra is a t-shirt bra with its smooth moulded cups and with a wide range of colours/patterns available each season. For me it's a winner because It is padded, wearable with almost anything and comes in my size! Sorry for those who it doesn't fit, but I'd recommend <a href="http://www.freyalingerie.com/contact.aspx">getting in touch with Freya</a> to show you're interested in a wider size range. The only way they'll know more sizes are in demand is if we all tell them. FYI the <a href="http://www.freyalingerie.com/lingerie/decodelight/ss14/moulded_multiway_bra.aspx?colour=dove">Deco Delight</a> (and most of the Deco range) comes in 28-30 D-GG, 32-36 B-GG and 38 B-G. I only have two small gripes about the Deco; the band is a tad too big but not so much that it creeps up my back, and I sometimes get a little spillage, however that's down to my badly behaved boobs(!) rather than the bra itself. For those of you with firmer boobs this shouldn't be an issue. If you like a firmer band, go down a band and up a cup (if you can) when ordering for a better fit, although I can't say I've experienced any problems to write home about in my usual band size. The <a href="http://www.freyalingerie.com/lingerie/decodelight/ss14/moulded_multiway_bra.aspx?colour=dove">Deco Delight Moulded Bra</a> currently costs from £34 depending on the retailer.</div>
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The <a href="http://www.freyalingerie.com/lingerie/decodelight/ss14/brazilian.aspx?colour=dove">Deco Delight Brazilian</a> briefs(?) are really quite lovely. They share the same cream lace and bow detailing and on the backside the lace runs across each butt cheek, which is apparently what makes them a Brazilian brief. Think something between a thong and a normal brief. I don't like to show my cellulitey butt on my blog as you may or may not have noticed, so I'm afraid you'll have to make do with product pics! I wear a large in undies for reference. The <a href="http://www.freyalingerie.com/lingerie/decodelight/ss14/brazilian.aspx?colour=dove">Deco Delight Brazilian</a> is currently priced from £13 depending on the retailer and come in sizes XS to XL.</div>
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Last but not least (I tell a lie, I like this the least) is the <a href="http://www.freyalingerie.com/lingerie/decodelight/ss14/chemise.aspx?colour=dove">Deco Delight Chemise</a>. The chemise has a hidden support panel inside with an elasticated band, which is nice and comfy if you're slobbing around. </div>
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I found it didn't offer enough support and that my <a href="http://www.bravissimo.com/products/nightwear/">Bravissimo nightwear</a> was better as it has much more structure and padding, although that tends to have a weird shape to it, so it's the lesser of two evils. I found that the elasticated band was far too stretchy and I probably would have been better with the XS instead of the S. That said, it's comfortable enough to sleep in. </div>
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The chemise is dual sized from XS-L in either a B-DD cup or E-G cup and costs from £34 currently. Here I'm wearing it with the <a href="http://www.freyalingerie.com/lingerie/decodelight/ss14/moulded_multiway_bra.aspx?colour=dove">Deco Delight Bra</a> underneath, which I think makes the prettiest combo. I imagine throwing on some chunky knitted socks and a big cardigan with these to curl up on the sofa with my boyfriend. Ahhh, bliss!</div>
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<br />kel_kittyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16411037269457163099noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6204782255166683967.post-17060494393064824932014-08-08T04:37:00.000-07:002014-08-20T09:40:30.009-07:00Build me up, Buttercup! Made In Preston's lovely lace creation!I was recently contacted by Nikki Hesford of UK booby fashion brand <a href="http://madeinpreston.com/">Made In Preston</a> asking if I'd like to review one of their products.<br>
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On opening the package, I found Nikki had very kindly sent me this <a href="http://madeinpreston.com/buttercup-yellow-lace-non-padded-bra">awesome buttercup yellow unpadded bra</a> (currently at <a href="http://madeinpreston.com/buttercup-yellow-lace-non-padded-bra">£34</a>, <a href="http://madeinpreston.com/buttercup-yellow-lace-knickers">matching knickers £10</a>) in a 28H. As you may know from my previous post on the <a href="http://kel-kitty.blogspot.co.uk/2014/07/hey-baby-hey-baby-doll.html">Cleo Marcie Babydoll</a>, my boyfriend is a HUGE fan of anything yellow, so he was pretty happy Nikki chose this for me! The shade of yellow leans slightly more towards neon/green tones than the Marcie, which I would call a true buttercup yellow.<br>
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I don't tend to wear unpadded bras for anything other than dossing around the house, so I was slightly apprehensive about trialling the bra. On fitting the bra I noticed the band is nice and snug, like a true 28" should be. I'm currently measuring 27" so this is perfect. In fact it's by far the best 28" band I own. I also notice that it gives a rounded shape, not dissimilar to my all time favourite, the <a href="http://www.freyalingerie.com/freya-deco.aspx">Deco by Freya</a>, only without the epic cleavage, which is a good thing if you like the rounded shape but don't fancy having a cleavage for whatever reason. I normally wear a 28GG Deco and this is a 28H so bear this in mind when ordering.<br>
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The bra has a black lining with a yellow lace overlay meaning that if, like me, lace makes you itch, the lining prevents this happening.<br>
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<br>kel_kittyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16411037269457163099noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6204782255166683967.post-779809004560172962014-07-30T06:04:00.005-07:002014-07-30T09:32:21.095-07:00You Little Nipper! The Orchard Corset cs-301A few weeks ago I was contacted by the absolute doll that is Jessica from <a href="http://pinuppersuasion.com/">PinUpPersuasion</a> saying she'd been in touch with <a href="http://www.orchardcorset.com/">Orchard Corset</a> and asked if they could send me a corset to review as a thank you for being her favourite lingerie blogger!<br>
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After some time of wallowing in utter flattery, I headed over to <a href="http://www.orchardcorset.com/">Orchard Corset's website</a> to browse their selection. Since I'd already purchased the ever popular <a href="http://www.orchardcorset.com/corsets/steel-boned-longline-underbust-corset-in-satin-cs-426/">CS-426 underbust</a> a few months back (which I'm yet to review) and own a number of overbusts, I opted for the mini underbust, the relatively new <a href="http://www.orchardcorset.com/corsets/steel-boned-underbust-wasp-corset-in-cotton-cs-301/">CS-301 in black cotton.</a> I went for a 20", a size smaller than the recommended 22" for my 26" waist.<br>
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Currently at $65 (£38) I consider the <a href="http://www.orchardcorset.com/corsets/steel-boned-underbust-wasp-corset-in-cotton-cs-301/">CS-301</a> a cheaper alternative to the <a href="http://www.whatkatiedid.com/product/543/under_bust_corset">What Katie Did Baby Corset</a> at £129.50. Since I've not tried the WKD Baby, I can't do a comparison of the two, but I will say the only differences I can see are that the Baby is 7" long and curved at the bottom and the <a href="http://www.orchardcorset.com/corsets/steel-boned-underbust-wasp-corset-in-cotton-cs-301/">CS-301</a> is 8" long and is straight at the bottom.<br>
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The <a href="http://www.orchardcorset.com/corsets/steel-boned-underbust-wasp-corset-in-cotton-cs-301/">CS-301</a> is much easier to wear than longer corsets since it has a very short rise so you don't feel quite as restricted. It only has 3 fasteners too, meaning you can do a quick release should you feel uncomfortable or claustrophobic, which I sometimes feel a slight hint of when corseted. Yes, I know you're meant to unlace the corset first, but with the <a href="http://www.orchardcorset.com/corsets/steel-boned-underbust-wasp-corset-in-cotton-cs-301/">CS-301</a> I don't feel this is necessary.<br>
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I've owned a LOT of steel boned corsets over the years but never actually wear them so I'd consider myself a corset newbie. I wore my <a href="http://www.orchardcorset.com/corsets/steel-boned-underbust-wasp-corset-in-cotton-cs-301/">CS-301</a> on a hot summer's day with my navy polka dot dress from <a href="http://www.bravissimo.com/pepperberry/">Pepperberry</a> (no longer available) to a local vintage fair. Aside from some itching in the back panel, it was relatively comfortable and I managed to clock up a few hours wear including a large slice of lemon drizzle cake before I decided it had to go as I was too hot and itchy!<br>
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A few weeks later I decided to wear the corset to bed and for the following day, only this time with a cami underneath. It was remarkably comfortable and I only took it off to eat lunch. I'm far too lazy to get up early enough in the morning to lace a corset so wearing one in bed and for the following day would be the only way for me to waist train.<br>
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My only complaint about the <a href="http://www.orchardcorset.com/corsets/steel-boned-underbust-wasp-corset-in-cotton-cs-301/">CS-301</a> is because it's a short corset, when I sit down I have a 'muffin bottom' effect in my lower belly region. This wasn't such as issue since I was wearing a swing dress at the time, but it would mean I couldn't wear the corset with a fitted dress. Not unless I wasn't needing to sit down at least.<br>
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I'd recommend this corset to anyone, old or new to the world of corsetry as it is an easy starter corset, or for those waist training and wanting a break from a longer corset, this would be ideal. I'd love to waist train and may start wearing my <a href="http://www.orchardcorset.com/corsets/steel-boned-underbust-wasp-corset-in-cotton-cs-301/">CS-301</a> to start with, then move on to my <a href="http://www.orchardcorset.com/corsets/steel-boned-longline-underbust-corset-in-satin-cs-426/">CS-426</a> eventually.<br>kel_kittyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16411037269457163099noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6204782255166683967.post-22195113321142884852014-07-30T05:17:00.001-07:002014-07-30T09:32:49.778-07:00Make Me a Muse for My Boudoir....PLEASE VOTE!So once again I've managed to find myself in a competition that relies on a rather scary and anxiety inducing public vote! This time it's for <a href="http://www.myboudoir.co.uk/">My Boudoir</a>, home of the most awesome photoshoots and transformations from beautiful to uber mega stunningly incredible gorgeous beyond words!<br>
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Anyone who's been following me on Twitter will know I've been coveting a shoot with Nicola of <a href="http://ww.myboudoir.co.uk/">My Boudoir</a> for a few years now, so when Georgina <a href="http://fullerfigurefullerbust.com/">(FullerFigureFullerBust)</a> alerted me to My Boudoir's 'Search for a Muse' competition I couldn't resist entering!<br>
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Georgina from <a href="http://www.fullerfigurefullerbust.com/">FullerFigureFullerBust</a> has has a number of shoots with <a href="http://www.myboudoir.co.uk/">My Boudoir</a> and every single time my mind is blown with how flawless she looks. Just wow.<br>
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Another woman crush of mine, <a href="https://www.facebook.com/SINderellaRockafellaPinUp">Sinderella Rockafella</a> has also been shot by <a href="http://ww.myboudoir.co.uk/">My Boudoir</a>. Ugh, just look at her, so perfect!</div>
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So once again I'm relying on your votes to help me win. Sorry! I'm currently sat at around 225 votes in sixth (I think) place, so I'm quite far from the chance of getting a shoot sadly.</div>
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<b>All I need you to do is <a href="https://www.facebook.com/MyBoudoirUK/photos/a.658046374263793.1073741826.154440204624415/658046494263781/?type=3&theater">LIKE the photo in this link</a>, but PLEASE ONLY LIKE IT ONCE because if you like it twice, it will 'unlike', meaning you haven't voted!</b><b> </b></h3>
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I'm also contractually obliged (not really!) to ask you please to vote for <a href="http://lovelifelexi.blogspot.co.uk/">Alex Marshall of LoveLifeLexi</a>. I've known Alex for 10 years now. We met on a Derren Brown forum and have remained in contact ever since, with our mutual love of Helo Kitty and often buying the same items of clothing! <a href="https://www.facebook.com/MyBoudoirUK/photos/a.658046374263793.1073741826.154440204624415/658046400930457/?type=3&theater">Click here for her vote link</a>.</div>
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<b>Voting closes at 10am On Wednesday August 6th, which is a few days before my birthday, so if you want to give me a gift, please make it a vote and share the link on your Facebook page too!</b></h3>
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kel_kittyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16411037269457163099noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6204782255166683967.post-32379459839498281982014-07-18T05:18:00.000-07:002014-07-30T04:02:44.624-07:00Hey Baby, Hey Baby-DOLL!Apologies for the terrible No Doubt reference in the title, I've been a fan for many years!<br />
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Today I'm reviewing the Cleo by Panache Marcie babydoll in this gorgeous summery bright shade of yellow. I purchased the <a href="http://www.lace-lingerie.com/commodity/12069">babydoll</a> from <a href="http://www.lace-lingerie.com/">lace-lingerie.com</a> for just <a href="http://www.lace-lingerie.com/commodity/12069">£24.50</a> (<a href="http://www.lace-lingerie.com/commodity/12067">shorts £9.80</a>) in their summer sale. Unfortunately Lace didn't have my size (28GG), or any other 28 bands in stock so I settled on my sister size of 30G. I figured I won't be wearing it enough to warrant the perfect fit with it being a pretty impractical item in reality. Which begs the question why I bought it! I don't know, possibly something to do with my boyfriend's favourite colour being yellow and the fact that it's not a colour often seen in lingerie. I mean, when WOULD you wear a babydoll practically? As you may know, I don't tend to buy unpadded bras either, so this unpadded babydoll was like a step into the unknown for me!<br />
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So lets talk about the colour first. It's GORGEOUS! Sunny and bright, you won't mind the odd bit of strap showing surely! The three-part cups are made from a polka dot mesh which is sheer but not too sheer, if that makes sense(?), the top part being a pretty scalloped lace. The skirt is made from the same polka dot mesh, only it's only one layer, therefore more sheer.<br />
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I don't normally get on well with Cleo and other Panache bras as my boobs don't tend to fill the top section, leaving a weird gap, so I ordered a 30G and 30GG and hoped for the best. Please bear in mind that <a href="http://www.lace-lingerie.com/">lace-lingerie.com</a> operate a minimum order of £40 policy so if you're stuck between ordering two sizes, just order both. As predicted, the 30GG was too big in the cup and luckily the 30G was perfect, so I will be purchasing the bra too, available from <a href="http://www.bravissimo.com/products/lingerie/sensational-sets/marcie-bra/sunshine/cl100sun/?criteria=marci">Bravissimo</a> and <a href="http://www.figleaves.com/uk/search/marcie">Figleaves</a> amongst others. The cup is absolutely spot on, no gaping like I normally get with Cleo. Obviously the band is looser than I'd like but that's to be expected. It's still comfortable and does its job, so I'm not complaining!<br />
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A word of caution, the straps are fully adjustable, BUT only up to a G cup, so if like me, you're GG+ and petite, you will probably need to get out your sewing kit and alter the straps to fit. The straps in GG and above are padded on the underside, in my opinion unnecessarily, and a little wider but still look the same as the adjustable part. I didn't have this issue in the 30G fortunately.<br />
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The briefs are really pretty with a sweet ruffled frill at the tops of the thighs and contrasting pink bows to match the bra and babydoll. I went for a size 14 and although they look okay, I'd prefer an extra inch on the waistband so I don't get ANY muffin top whatsoever. I know, there's not much muffin top but even so, I'd like none! I reordered the briefs from<a href="http://www.bravissimo.com/products/lingerie/sensational-sets/marcie-bra/sunshine/cl100sun/?criteria=marcie"> Bravissimo</a> in a size 16 (not pictured) and although these are a better fit on the waistband they are slightly saggy in the back, but I'm happy enough with them so I'll keep the size 16.<br />
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I ordered the Marcie bra in a 28GG from <a href="http://www.bravissimo.com/products/lingerie/sensational-sets/marcie-bra/sunshine/cl100sun/?criteria=marcie">Bravissimo</a> and sadly it has that typical Cleo gaping I usually get. I'm not entirely sure why since it's a sister size of the well-fitting 30G babydoll, so I'm currenty awaiting the arrival of the replacement in a 28G. Anyway, that's an aside as I'm reviewing the babydoll!<br />
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<b>What do you think? Love or loathe the colour? Have you found a practical use for a babydoll?</b>kel_kittyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16411037269457163099noreply@blogger.com0