Psst... Goodie Bag contest closes today

Don't forget to take part in this week's Goodie Bag contest, which closes in just a few hours! Let's hear about your favourite fashion mags!

P.S. next week's Goodie Bag is going to be something rather special. Stay tuned!

Look Book - Dark Sparkle

Look Book feature is the backbone of DIVA Look Book. It's where I pull together workable looks for different occasions from clothes that can be found in most plus sizes. There's no excuse for every girl not to look, and feel, fabulous!


The Christmas party season is upon us and it's always a nightmare to think of something to wear, as usually you'll have to go straight after work. So here's one look, which is easily adaptable from day to night. For the office just wear a plain tank top underneath the cardigan, then, come clock off time, transform the look into something more glamorous by changing into the sparkly lurex number. It won't take up any space at all in your handbag.

• Purple ruched sleeve cardigan from Dorothy Perkins.
• Black slim cut trousers from LaRedoute.
• Charcoal lurex tank top from New Look.
• Black shoe boots from VivaLaDiva.
• Black oversized black clasp clutch from Accessorize.
• Black large stone necklace from ASOS.
• Grey twist metal bangle set from Evans.

Hot off the Press - Wesfield opens today

The wait is finally over. After five years in the making, Westfield London finally opened this morning in London's Shepherd's Bush. Westfield boasts to be the largest in-town shopping and leisure destination in Europe, and there definitely seems to be something for everyone judging by the list of stores. During weekdays, Westfield is open until 10pm, so you can even pop in for a spot of shopping after work, what with new transport links making Westfield London the best connected shopping destination in the UK.

Westfield is running a promotion with Grazia magazine for a chance to win a £5,000 shopping spree, with bonuses like a chauffer and a personal shopper thrown in. To be in for a chance to win this shopping experience, fill in your details here.

Psst... Win a wardrobe from Monsoon

Make sure you'll take part in the amazing Win a Wardrobe contest at Monsoon.

The fabulolus prizes are:
1 X £1,000 wardrobe
2 X £500 wardrobe
150 X £20 vouchers

To be in for a chance to win, get your entry in by Friday 31 October.

Psst... IGIGI workwear sale

Save 30-50% off the IGIGI workwear collection. This Taylor dress in winterberries would add much-needed colour even to the dreariest of autumn mornings. Now $99.

Goodie Bag - Inspiring fashion magazines?

The Goodie Bag feature is where I host little contests and promotions, which give you a chance to bag yourself something nice and add some cheer to your day.



In this week's Goodie Bag are:

• Funky pink star earrings from Torrid
  
• Cute notebook from Accessorize
  
• Heart Necklace, green headband and coloured hair clips from Punky Pins
  
• Max Factor MasterpieceMax mascara
  

Good morning everyone, I hope you had a nice and relaxing weekend! :)

To ease you gently into yet another Monday, this week's question is very simple. Do you read fashion magazines, and if so, which ones do you find most inspiring and relevant to your own style? I'd especially like the to hear from the plus size girls out there. Are there magazines out there that cater for us or do you find inspiration from mainstream magazines and then adopt the ideas to suit yourself?

To be in for a chance to win this Goodie Bag, comment on this entry and share your favourite fashion magazines. As a bonus, if you link back to this entry, you will be entered into the draw twice.

This contest closes on Friday 31 October at 5pm GMT. I'll draw the winner later on Friday night, and will aim to announce it on Saturday.

Hot off the Press - Goodie Bag Winner

Uhh what a busy week it's been! And the weekend is not looking much slower. But anyway, thank you once more for taking part in this week's Goodie Bag contest, where I was asking about your comfort clothes. It was fun reading the replies and I could so relate to all of them! In fact, I'm wearing my pyjamas as we speak (but have lip gloss on, not because I'm that glamorous but because I'm testing out a new long lasting lip gloss. It seems to be working pretty well, at least if you were to look at my hand, it's still speckled with all the colours I tested - I just can't get them to budge! :D), and am pretty ready to fall into bed soon.

But first I'd probably better announce the winner, as I won't be around tomorrow. :)

As always, the winner of this week's Goodie Bag was drawn randomly, and this time lady luck smiled on Pandora! Congratulations! :) (p.s. Can you please email me your address so I can post your goodies to you.)

Psst... Topshop sale starts today

The Topshop Sale starts today! I always take advantage of it by stocking up on cute accessories and jewelery, like these fabulous stars and disc hoop earrings, now £4.

Get the Look - Cute & Classy

Looking fabulous is reserved for the famous and skinny? Think again. Get the Look shows you how to dress with the best.



Rachel Bilson is the epitome of the cute, yet classy celeb. Here she's sporting a relaxed look, where the cut of the top takes centre stage. Understated and classy accessories give this look its polish.

• Indigo stretch jeans with charm belt from Fashion World.
• Grey ruffle front top from Dorothy Perkins.
• Gold platform shoes from Evans.
• Metallic Karen Millen fold leather clutch from ASOS.
• Silver Ringing Heart pendant from Pistachio.
  

Celebrity image: www.elleuk.com

Psst... dp mid season sale

Get up to 50% off at the Dorothy Perkins Mid Season Sale . Just take a look at this super trendy 2 in 1 dress for example, now £15.

DIVA of the Week - Carla

DIVA of the week is a feature that showcases people with an inspirational personal style. DIVA of the week is someone who's not afraid to have fun with clothes and who dresses to please herself, and in doing so, brightens up everyone else's day.



Carla 24
Lisboa, Portugal

How would you describe your personal style?
Very, very, very eclectic. I can be a girly girl one day and a dark goth on the other. I like to try every style, the only thing that can stop me is the market. In Portugal the fashion industry has much to grow, and even though it has became a little bit easier to find some good and big sized clothes, the variety still has much to improve.

What are you wearing today?
I am wearing a cardigan from H&M, a top and dress from Mango, boots from Billabong and acessories and bag from Parfois.

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If you want to be featured as DIVA of the Week, send a good quality photograph, preferably taken outside, and answers to the questions: 'Name/Age/Location', 'How would you describe your personal style?', and 'What are you wearing today (in the picture)?' to diva [at] divalookbook.com.

Psst... Win a pair of DUOs every year for 3 years

DUO is currently running a great competition where you can win a pair of DUOs every year for the next three years. For your chance to win, you'll have to share your favourite boot or shoe related story on their Facebook Page (although, non-Facebook users may send their story by email). More details on how to enter here.
Competition closes on 28 October.

Goodie Bag - What's your comfort oufit?

The Goodie Bag feature is where I host little contests and promotions, which give you a chance to bag yourself something nice and add some cheer to your day.



In this week's Goodie Bag are:

• Butterfly earrings from ASOS
  
• Cute notebook from Paperchase
  
• Owl necklace from Lady Luck Rules OK
  
• Selection of funky hairclips from Primark
  

Ok, this time I'll try to get the closing date right! :D It seems that I just can't keep up with the year running away from me so quickly!

At the end of last week I was a bit poorly, and when ever I don't feel a 100% I tend to put on my pyjamas and woolly socks, which instantly comforts me and makes me feel a tiny bit better. Do you have any 'comfort clothes' that you go for when ever you're feeling crappy? Perhaps you're like me and like to snuggle up in comfy (and possibly quite unflattering) gear, or maybe your pick me up outfit is something glittery and high-heeled that makes you feel absolutely fabulous.

To be in for a chance to win this Goodie Bag, comment on this entry and share your favourite comfort/pick me up outfits. As a bonus, if you link back to this entry, you will be entered into the draw twice.

This contest closes on Friday 24 October at 5pm GMT. I'll draw the winner later on Friday night, and will aim to announce it on Saturday.

Hot off the Press - Goodie Bag Winner

Thanks so much for taking part in this week's Goodie Bag contest and sharing your 'fashion weaknesses' with me. Again there were a lot of things I could relate to, like buying the wrong sized clothes, getting stuck on wearing comfortable shoes or a particular colour.

As mentioned before, my own biggest weaknesses by far are bright colours and childish patterns. I've got plenty of dizzyingly patterned tops and cutesy handbags no adult would normally want to be seen with. Despite never seeing much action, these things do cheer me up though! :D

As always, the winner of this week's Goodie Bag was drawn randomly, and this time lady luck smiled on Missu! Congratulations! :) (p.s. Can you please email me your address so I can post your goodies to you.)

Spreading the love

Alegra awarded DIVA Look Book with this beautiful rose. Thank you so much! It's lovely to know that despite my lack of time someone out there is still liking what I do!

I'll pass this honour on to these fabulous blogs, since I have just spent some time catching up with them:

• Oh Joy!
• Le Blog de BigBeauty
• A Cup of Jo
• Fat Stylist

Psst... Further reductions at ASOS sale

The ASOS mid season sale is heating up with further reductions of up to 70%. Just take a look at this Chain Handle Slouch Bag for example, now just £6!

Psst... Simply Be Mid Season Sale

Grab yourself a bargain to freshen up your wardrobe in the Simply Be mid-season sale!

Save up to half price on their winter collection, including great discounts on Joe Browns, Caryn Franklin, Anna Scholtz and many more!

Psst... Fashion World Mid Season Sale

Get up to 60% off at the Fashion World Mid Season Sale. I have my eye on this long batwing sleeve tunic, now from £10.

<3 US - Soft Autumn

The crisp autumn weather makes me yearn for some softness to protect me from the chilly winds. It's time to dig out your scarves and hats and wrap up. This is an outfit to comfort you on your way to work or to kick colourful leaves around in the park.

• Grey flutter-sleeve banded bottom V-neck top from Torrid.
• Tan Angelina crochet beanie from dELiA's.
• Dark denim Ashley back flap pocket jeans from Kiyonna.
• Ebony bomber jacket from Target.
• Heather grey popcorn-knit scarve from Old Navy.
• Grey Twist bootine from Payless.
• Black Mossimo Lulu mini crossbody bag from Target.

Psst... ASOS mid season sale now on

The ASOS Mid season sale is now on and you can currently get up to 50% off selected items. You better hurry and grab the best bargains while stock lasts.

Goodie Bag - Fashion weaknesses

The Goodie Bag feature is where I host little contests and promotions, which give you a chance to bag yourself something nice and add some cheer to your day.



In this week's Goodie Bag are:

• Cute and kitch Deery-Lou earrings from Hot Topic
  
• Pink bambi keyring from Lady Luck Rules OK
  
• Red cherries necklace
  
• Funky stickers
  

I think I was feeling a bit childish when putting this Goodie Bag together. :D I just couldn't resist the cute little deer!

Last time I was asking about your past fashion crimes, but this week I'd like to know if you have any current weaknesses that you always fall for despite your better judgement. Mine are definitely clothes in bright colours and childish patterns, for which I always fall for and then wonder where on earth I'm ever going to wear these items!

To be in for a chance to win this Goodie Bag, comment on this entry and share your logic-defying fashion weaknesses. As a bonus, if you link back to this entry, you will be entered into the draw twice.

This contest closes on Friday 17 October at 5pm GMT. I'll draw the winner later on Friday night, and will aim to announce it on Saturday.

Psst... 50% off Torrid clearance

You can currently get 50% off Clearance at Torrid.com, plus you can get a further 30% off when you use the code VIP30OFF at checkout. Promotion ends 13 October.

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Psst... $50 off Camilla Dress

Take $50 off the Camilla Wraparound Dress at IGIGI. You can get this beauty in black, red or plum. Offer ends 9 October.

DIVA of the Week - Alegra

DIVA of the week is a feature that showcases people with an inspirational personal style. DIVA of the week is someone who's not afraid to have fun with clothes and who dresses to please herself, and in doing so, brightens up everyone else's day.



Alegra 22
Mainz, Germany

How would you describe your personal style?
I would describe my personal style as rather confident because i do like to show my figure and avoid overly baggy clothes while still dressing appropriately for my size. I love bright red items of clothing and accessories, along with jeans, white, and black - it's classical but fresh and i will never grow tired of this combination. I would like say that it is hard to be fashionable with little money, a fuller figure and a height of 5'2 but it's well possible :). It's my aim to always look cute despite being a size 16/18.

What are you wearing today?
I am wearing an h+m bright red coat, h+m stripey long shirt (knotted at the side), primark grey skinnies, silver sparkling ballerinas from new yorker (german retailer), sixx heart necklace, and amélie poulain bag from barcelona.

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If you want to be featured as DIVA of the Week, send a good quality photograph, preferably taken outside, and answers to the questions: 'Name/Age/Location', 'How would you describe your personal style?', and 'What are you wearing today (in the picture)?' to diva [at] divalookbook.com.

Psst... Monsoon Mid Season Sale

The Monsoon Mid Season Sale is heating up. Get up to 50% off selected items. I adore the look of this Elsie print tunic, now just £18.

Psst... Free postage from DUO

DUO is offering you free UK postage on any product for one week only. Simply enter code FPOCT0809 in your shopping bag.