Danielle Vanier: Elvi

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30.11.15

Elvi Party pants

In the past if I was going to a party; I would have always chosen to wear a dress. It's simple, you can throw it on and it's pretty fuss free. I branched out recently and wore a pleather skirt and top to a party (see that outfit here) but I've gone one step further now... shock, horror I've donned some embellished party pants! Go me!

I've always shied away from trousers as I thought they made me feel a little 'dumpy' and I struggle with the fit around my tummy BUT these embellished trousers are gorgeous and a very welcome addition to my wardrobe. The elasticated waist band is a joy and I like the casual fit of them. Paired with heels and this super festive sequin bomber; I feel like this is a sport-luxe party look that'll make you stand out of the crowd when everyone else is in their party frocks.

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1. Trousers | 2. Sequin Bomber Jacket | 3. Crop Top similar here | 4. High Heels | 5. Clutch Bag similar here

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30.10.15

Cosy Days

I've not been very well recently and it's a shame because since I've dyed my hair; I've not had the chance to go out and about and show it off! Today was the first day I ventured outside and my outfit needed to be comfortable. I love dressing up and wearing fashion forward outfits but sometimes you just need to be cosy and it's nice to take a more laid back approach to dressing sometimes.

Enter this shearling gilet by Elvi. Doesn't it just look so inviting and snuggly? I was so warm even though its a sleeveless jacket and I love the relaxed vibe of this whole look. I seem to have acquired a slight addiction to breton stripes and I'm digging the mix of tan, stripes, denim and shearling here. I can see myself living in this gilet this autumn.

I'm also excited to show you these pictures as I have collaborated with a fabulous photographer called Catherine and I am excited for all the fab images we are going to produce together in the future. Watch this space!

Photographs by Catalinababsphotos

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Shearling Gilet - c/o Elvi

Breton Stripe Top - ASOS Curve

Jeans - Simply Be

Boots - c/o New Look

Bag - a gift

Necklace - c/o Freedom at Topshop

*This post is part of an ongoing sponsored collaboration with Elvi but as always; all thoughts and opinions are my own

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7.10.15

Lady Luck

I am forever in brightly coloured, printed clothing but sometimes all you want is that show stopper Little Black Dress. I actually really struggle to find the perfect LBD, I'm not sure why but I guess I'm really picky and I also find that plain black clothing tends to show up every one of my lumps and bumps. When I find one that I love, I wear it to death and I think that's going to happen with this dress.

The LBD is lovely on it's own but to take it to the next level I decided to style it with my gorgeous new black gilet with leather shoulders. If you tend to feel a little exposed when you wear sleeveless or strappy dresses; I can't recommend a jacket like this enough. Even though it is sleeveless it gives you the feeling you are a little more covered and it's super stylish to boot. I love the detail Elvi incorporate into their clothing - the leather shoulders, water fall front and the belt are all really nice touches. I think this gilet is perfect for a night out as you can just throw it on, it's very light weight and it's a really sophisticated style.

I also have to give a little shout out to my friend Felicity, who is a plus size model. She recently collaborated with Skinny Dip to produce this incredible Lady Luck bag and I am so happy that I am now in the possession of it! I love the flash or red and gold against my all black outfit.

Photographs by David C Photography

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Jacket - c/o Elvi

Dress - ASOS Curve

Heels - Simply Be

Bag - ASOS

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2.10.15

Elvi | My new love

One of my favourite things about blogging is discovering new brands and then introducing them to you guys, my readers. Elvi has been around for a little while now but at first, I have to be honest, it just wasn't on my radar. After seeing their pieces appear on other blogs and on my time line; I was drawn to their site and fell for their trench coat which I blogged about earlier this year (here)

Oh how things can change! I am now completely obsessed with this brand and it is easily one of my favourite plus size retailers. The clothes are stylish and they style their models really well and the clothes are well made and affordable... I mean, just check out their beautiful new arrivals! The Feather Dress is absolutely incredible!

When I look at an item of clothing I like, on the website; it is very rare that I 100% love how its been styled. This was not the case for these wide leg palazzo trousers though. I fell in love with how they styled them and was so eager to see if the entire look would work well on my shorter, chubbier frame.

What do you guys think? Can I pull it off?

Photographs by David C Photography

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Marble Print Trousers - c/o Elvi

Biker Jacket - c/o Elvi

Polo Neck Top - c/o Elvi

Boots - Vagabond Shoes

Mini Bag - c/o Miss Selfridge via Fashion Chick

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28.7.15

Let's get Trenched

It's no secret that I love bright/in your face outfits. I also love to mix things up a bit and try more casual/classic looks as well.

This Trench Coat from plus size brand, Elvi is the sort of staple piece everyone should have in their wardrobe. You can dress it down like I have in today's post or you can go glam and team it with some ridiculously high heels and a fitted dress.

I have only recently tried garments from Elvi and I have so far been very impressed. I live in my Tropical Print Top as it's so easy to throw on with some leggings and I have their gorgeous khaki Maxi Skirt waiting for me in my wardrobe. I like their attention to detail; the trench has all the classic style features like shoulder epaulets and gun flap on the front chest area. I sized up to a 22 in this style as I tried the 20 and found it was a little too tight on my upper arms. I don't normally have issues with my upper arms so bare that in mind if this is something you sometimes struggle with.