Here is what I wore today!
Wednesday 29 May 2013
What I wore Wednesday
Here is what I wore today!
White vest top - George, Asda
Silver double heart necklace - Asda
White bow sling back wedges - Asda
Denim knee length skirt - Next
Written by Kerry.
Wednesday 22 May 2013
What I wore Wednesday
This week I decided to try a scarf with my outfit to try and inject a splash of colour, as I'm still not brave enough to try a full on change from my basic muted outfit colour scheme.
And yes, I know.. Still no mirror :(
I'm working on it!
Today's outfit:
Black skinny jeans- Primark
Teal 'basic' long sleeved T-shirt- Primark
Grey and pink cat print scarf-Primark
Dark brown suede ankle high boots- River Island
What's the best way to try a pop of colour when you are used to a muted pallet?
Written by Kerry.
Wednesday 15 May 2013
Love the Skin you're in
There’s a lot of talk in the media news today, concerning the growing number of children apparently having cosmetic surgery for facial imperfections.
It’s been quoted that 68% of parents would gladly encourage their children to have cosmetic surgery on their faces in order to avoid bullying!
I find this revelation quite shocking and horrifying! Obviously bullying should never be tolerated. I think that goes without saying. However, surely we are pandering to the bullies and to the shallowness of our society if we send out the message to our children that they will only be accepted if they have “perfect” faces?
In my opinion, individuality of looks is something to be proud of and embraced. After all, beauty is in the eye of the beholder and not obtained from a photo-fit catalogue of some shallow preconception of what is defined as uniform beauty! The world would be a truly boring and uninspirational place if we all strived to look exactly the same.
I remember an incident some 15 years ago when my eldest son was a newborn baby. I was proudly showing off my beautiful new baby in the crèche at the gym that I attended: Another mother noticed the tiny, insignificant red birthmark on his forehead, looked at me sympathetically and exclaimed, “Oh dear, you do realise that you can get that mark removed by laser treatment, don’t you? I took my son as soon as he was old enough. It only took about 4 laser sessions to correct his. I assume you’ll be taking him to your doctor to get him treated as soon as possible?” I won’t tell you what my reply was. This is a family blog, after all. Suffice to say, that the silly woman was left in no doubt as to what I thought of her unwelcome and ridiculously narrow-minded opinions!
My son’s little birthmark was, and still is, a unique feature of his beautiful face. It has faded over the years anyway and is barely even noticeable. However, it has never been an issue anyway, even if it hadn’t faded, and he has never been in any doubt as to how much we love him… and his face! Incidentally, he also walked into a door frame, as a toddler, and, although it wasn’t noticed at the time, it has left him with a nose that’s not quite as straight as it started out! However, this hasn’t spoiled his good looks either and he has absolutely no problems attracting the ladies as he matures!
Don’t get me wrong. I’m not saying that you shouldn’t consider surgical enhancement if your child suffers a disfiguring accident or illness. I just don’t think we should be constantly striving for a “perfection” appearance that absolutely does not exist anyway.
Look in the mirror now. Yes, go on, I dare you!
See..you are beautiful simply because you are you, and there is no one else who looks exactly like you.
You are unique. Sure, you might have a spot on the end of a nose that may have taken a knock in its time, a few wrinkles that weren’t there the last time you looked, and one eyebrow slightly higher than the other: What does that matter?
Chances are, if you are reading this now, you’re a less-than-perfect-looking mum, like me. However, you are guaranteed to have been told how beautiful you are, at least once in your life.
Remember that little miniature person who jumped on you as you crawled out of bed this morning? You probably thought you looked a wreck with your un-combed hair, bleary eyes, and pillow-creased face! Well, believe that lovely little person who gave you that slobbery kiss and blurted out “I love you Mummy, you are the most beautiful mummy in the whole universe.”
Who needs perfection?
Individuality and personal flaws are so much more interesting and endearing.
It’s the people who love the faces we were born with , that make us beautiful and perfect, anyway, and not the cosmetic surgeons.
Written by Bev.
It’s been quoted that 68% of parents would gladly encourage their children to have cosmetic surgery on their faces in order to avoid bullying!
I find this revelation quite shocking and horrifying! Obviously bullying should never be tolerated. I think that goes without saying. However, surely we are pandering to the bullies and to the shallowness of our society if we send out the message to our children that they will only be accepted if they have “perfect” faces?
In my opinion, individuality of looks is something to be proud of and embraced. After all, beauty is in the eye of the beholder and not obtained from a photo-fit catalogue of some shallow preconception of what is defined as uniform beauty! The world would be a truly boring and uninspirational place if we all strived to look exactly the same.
I remember an incident some 15 years ago when my eldest son was a newborn baby. I was proudly showing off my beautiful new baby in the crèche at the gym that I attended: Another mother noticed the tiny, insignificant red birthmark on his forehead, looked at me sympathetically and exclaimed, “Oh dear, you do realise that you can get that mark removed by laser treatment, don’t you? I took my son as soon as he was old enough. It only took about 4 laser sessions to correct his. I assume you’ll be taking him to your doctor to get him treated as soon as possible?” I won’t tell you what my reply was. This is a family blog, after all. Suffice to say, that the silly woman was left in no doubt as to what I thought of her unwelcome and ridiculously narrow-minded opinions!
My son’s little birthmark was, and still is, a unique feature of his beautiful face. It has faded over the years anyway and is barely even noticeable. However, it has never been an issue anyway, even if it hadn’t faded, and he has never been in any doubt as to how much we love him… and his face! Incidentally, he also walked into a door frame, as a toddler, and, although it wasn’t noticed at the time, it has left him with a nose that’s not quite as straight as it started out! However, this hasn’t spoiled his good looks either and he has absolutely no problems attracting the ladies as he matures!
Don’t get me wrong. I’m not saying that you shouldn’t consider surgical enhancement if your child suffers a disfiguring accident or illness. I just don’t think we should be constantly striving for a “perfection” appearance that absolutely does not exist anyway.
Look in the mirror now. Yes, go on, I dare you!
See..you are beautiful simply because you are you, and there is no one else who looks exactly like you.
You are unique. Sure, you might have a spot on the end of a nose that may have taken a knock in its time, a few wrinkles that weren’t there the last time you looked, and one eyebrow slightly higher than the other: What does that matter?
Chances are, if you are reading this now, you’re a less-than-perfect-looking mum, like me. However, you are guaranteed to have been told how beautiful you are, at least once in your life.
Remember that little miniature person who jumped on you as you crawled out of bed this morning? You probably thought you looked a wreck with your un-combed hair, bleary eyes, and pillow-creased face! Well, believe that lovely little person who gave you that slobbery kiss and blurted out “I love you Mummy, you are the most beautiful mummy in the whole universe.”
Who needs perfection?
Individuality and personal flaws are so much more interesting and endearing.
It’s the people who love the faces we were born with , that make us beautiful and perfect, anyway, and not the cosmetic surgeons.
Written by Bev.
What I wore Wednesday
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Week 2, and I still haven't sorted out the photo situation, apologies.
I have to confess that I don't and have never owned a full length mirror, so taking full photos of my outfits are somewhat troublesome. I will endeavour to purchase one in the very near future to enable me to take better photos for this this segment of the blog.
Today, this is what I wore:
Black Long length vest top - Matalan
Black skinny Jeans - Primark
White thong sandles - Next
Shell and glass beaded green necklace - Made by myself.
As you can see from the photo, my tummy area is most definitely my biggest problem. I am working hard on losing the weight and I will be writing a 'Fitness Friday' post each week detailing the exercise that I have been achieving during that week, so feel free to check that out next week too.
Once again, if you have any ideas or tips for me to look and/or feel better about myself, I would love to hear from you.
Written by Kerry.
Wednesday 8 May 2013
The start of Something New?
This isn't the sort of post I would usually write, but I'm trying to be all new and shiny and brave!
Originally devised by Transatlantic Blonde, What I wore Wednesday, is a huge hit with all the fashionistas out there, and consists of people posting a photo of, you've guessed it, what they wore on a Wednesday!
I most certainly do not consider myself a 'fashionista' I don't really follow fashion. As a mother of 4, on a tight budget, I can be found in some sort of jeans and T-Shirt combo most days.
For me, my 'style' is practical, comfy, long lasting, cheap (!) and, well for want of a better word, safe.
I don't really do colour. My wardrobe is pretty muted. Black, dark gray, and navy seem to be the winning team. I do like green. I own a couple of teal pieces which I often team with black items.
I like the layered effect. I like accessories, jewelry in particular. I like boots. I like the smart-casual look.
I am now aged 30 (soon to be 31, eek!) I am done having all of my babies. My youngest is now attending afternoon nursery sessions 5 days a week.
I am fighting the battle of the bulge. The weight really just doesn't seem to want to shift these days, so rather than keep worrying about it, and stressing myself out and feeling like a complete and utter failure and an all round disgusting mess, I have decided to try my best to embrace what I am right now, with the premise that if I feel happier about myself then the rest will come and hopefully I will be able to stay focused and lose some more of the triple tummy!
I have also just started a new job, although, I have a set uniform, so work clothes aren't an issue. I am struggling with my confidence, as I am customer facing and just feel gross.
My aim with these posts it to try and push my boundaries a little more, and get ME back. I used to love dressing up when I was a slinky pre children size 8. Now, I am, well quite a few sizes bigger than that, with lumps and bumps in all the wrong places. I am definitely a 'plus size' gal these days.
Lets see if these posts can help recapture my confidence and my love of clothes.
If you have any tips or ideas for me, please do let me know, I am very interested in how others have gone from Frumpy to Yummy.
If you are on your very own journey, please leave your blog address in the comments below, so I can follow along with you. Or, if you are one of the many amazing plus size fashion bloggers out there, leave me some hints on where to buy clothes that don't cost the earth, what type of cuts and fabrics and even colours/prints that look best on us 'curvy' girls!
So here goes, my very first 'What I wore Wednesday'
Skinny Jeggings, in indigo - Primark
Black music note bracelets - Claire's Accessories
Silver beaded bracelets - Claire's Accessories
Written by Kerry.
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Originally devised by Transatlantic Blonde, What I wore Wednesday, is a huge hit with all the fashionistas out there, and consists of people posting a photo of, you've guessed it, what they wore on a Wednesday!
I most certainly do not consider myself a 'fashionista' I don't really follow fashion. As a mother of 4, on a tight budget, I can be found in some sort of jeans and T-Shirt combo most days.
For me, my 'style' is practical, comfy, long lasting, cheap (!) and, well for want of a better word, safe.
I don't really do colour. My wardrobe is pretty muted. Black, dark gray, and navy seem to be the winning team. I do like green. I own a couple of teal pieces which I often team with black items.
I like the layered effect. I like accessories, jewelry in particular. I like boots. I like the smart-casual look.
I am now aged 30 (soon to be 31, eek!) I am done having all of my babies. My youngest is now attending afternoon nursery sessions 5 days a week.
I am fighting the battle of the bulge. The weight really just doesn't seem to want to shift these days, so rather than keep worrying about it, and stressing myself out and feeling like a complete and utter failure and an all round disgusting mess, I have decided to try my best to embrace what I am right now, with the premise that if I feel happier about myself then the rest will come and hopefully I will be able to stay focused and lose some more of the triple tummy!
I have also just started a new job, although, I have a set uniform, so work clothes aren't an issue. I am struggling with my confidence, as I am customer facing and just feel gross.
My aim with these posts it to try and push my boundaries a little more, and get ME back. I used to love dressing up when I was a slinky pre children size 8. Now, I am, well quite a few sizes bigger than that, with lumps and bumps in all the wrong places. I am definitely a 'plus size' gal these days.
Lets see if these posts can help recapture my confidence and my love of clothes.
If you have any tips or ideas for me, please do let me know, I am very interested in how others have gone from Frumpy to Yummy.
If you are on your very own journey, please leave your blog address in the comments below, so I can follow along with you. Or, if you are one of the many amazing plus size fashion bloggers out there, leave me some hints on where to buy clothes that don't cost the earth, what type of cuts and fabrics and even colours/prints that look best on us 'curvy' girls!
So here goes, my very first 'What I wore Wednesday'
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| Ok, so I know these aren't the best photos, but I will also continue to work on being confident enough to post full length photos of my outfits! |
Black T-Shirt with chiffon detail - George at Asda
Black bow ballet pumps - George at AsdaBlack music note bracelets - Claire's Accessories
Silver beaded bracelets - Claire's Accessories
Written by Kerry.
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