❤Marlene, its so refreshing to have someone who honestly shows that all hauls are not always winners and just because it fits doesn’t mean it’s a keeper. Izzy
I am so glad I found your channel. I am a fellow apple and also have a big upper tummy and I have never found anyone on you tube with same shape as me. I am a bit older than uni, but I have already learnt so much from you about what may suit me. I have about 2% of your body confidence… i am working on it…. Thanks for the channel….
Ah hi Elizabeth and welcome. Delighted you’ve found me. And yes, I started my channel for that reason. I didn’t find many that looked like me. It’s why I’m so vocal about being an apple. We needs representation as well x
Went out yesterday with culottes and top French tucked felt good !that's the confidence that watching your vlogs has given me!.going to do it again!.many thanks.❤
Spring top looked lovely on you even though you weren’t keen. Perfect tee was cute. Grey skirt is very nice, versatile for many occasions. White blouse is a winner, very cute. Good haul.
Do order those jeans in a smaller size, they look fab on you. I ordered a knee length, dark denim pencil skirt from shein, it sucks me in and I love it! 😊
Hi Marlene. First dress would look great with a cream blazer,lovely colour on you. Brown t shirt was great. Beautiful skirt and white blouse looks gorgeous. Loving your necklaces also. Some blouses also ride backwards in me too, drives me mad. Thank you x
Marleen, Loved the brown t-shirt, just wished it had a V-neck. I'm sorry, but the grey skirt, looks like you have it on backwards. I would have liked to see it turned around. Yes, I have had shirts slowly work their way up and back. I had a shirt like that, but it had a crinkled fabric and thin black strings going up and down on it. I liked it and wore it, but the black strings kept on catching on things, and it wore out fast.
Hi .i often think material lets shein down .the suit because u look great in leggings .just cut sleeves out of jacket .wear has a waist coat ..grey skirt a keeper ..shame it dosent do my size ..uv defo gave me some inspiration. Thank u for shareing sue
Yes the gray skirt was great. White blouse is a keeper. Too bad about the suit, because the pants were perfect on you. Regarding first item, is it better to size up on that type of dress/fabric or not?!💃🤷🥰
Thank you Rose. Yes I always do size up in bodycon just so it’s not too buttered on. This on was a 4xl, I normally use 3xl (always shop by measurements) but it was still too tight.
Hi Marleen not much luck with this haul, the suit looks more like pyjamas. Love the brown t shirt and jeans. Love the skirt but not sure about those flaps at the front 🤔 enjoy your weekend lovely xx
@@ImjustmeMarleen I don’t have a jacket or blazer but I love the casual look but stylish way you wear them. I loved the black one you got with black lace at the cuff. But being so big now I don’t know what would suit me. I am very big chested and have a belly too
Much like me then in shape.. the best advise I can give you is trial and error! Sorry I know it’s a pain but it’s the only way. If you live near shops, go and try on as many as you can, and snap a pic of each and every one. If online is the only way for you (as it is for me) nosy around on the websites and order 1-2 at a time and try. Return if you don’t like them. In order to create outfits, Pinterest is a fab place to start for inspiration. Search for blazer outfit and once you find a blazer you like, try and copy the outfits you like. As for fit. Make sure it fits in the shoulders! It may not fit perfect around the belly (many of mine are a little snug) but the fit of the shoulders is what’s gonna give it that elegant look. I hope that helps xx
Can I ask why you don’t like dropped shoulders? Is it a personal thing or a thing to help shape us bigger girls? I’m very big on top and just wondered. Also wanted to thank you for all your advise and videos as I have bought lots of the items you choose and they really are great. I have been really pleased with the SHEIN items that I have now. I would not have bought them if I hadn’t watched your videos. I am even trying the French tuck lol
Oh that last sentence make me so happy. Go you girl. It’s so hard yet it’s so simple. So proud of you (even if you decide it’s not for you the fact that your giving it a go 👏👏) As for dropped shoulders.. it’s makes our shoulders look broader and for many of us, droopy. I have a large chest and the last thing I need it to look broader and bulkier on top. If you want to see if it work for you, pop something on with dropped shoulders and take one shoulder seem and pop up where it belongs on the shoulder. Then look in the mirror and see what looks the best. It makes such a difference. Hope that helps xx
@@ImjustmeMarleen thank you so much for the advice and your channel. It’s really inspiring me to look at my wardrobe and like my shape as I am not be so down on myself x
@imjustmemarleen i really love your channel and that you welcome women of all shapes and sizes. You have great taste and a great style and sense of fashion 😊❤keep up the great job and motivating women
The red dress is hideous, it shows up every lump and is so unflattering. It would only look ok on someone very slim. The rest of us with a bit of shape probably couldn't get awsy eith wearing it. I like the pastel floral blouse.
❤Marlene, its so refreshing to have someone who honestly shows that all hauls are not always winners and just because it fits doesn’t mean it’s a keeper. Izzy
Ah thank you so much Izzy. Means the world xx
Gray skirt looked great
Thank you x
Another great shein haul Marleen. Love the white shirt. That has now been added to the ever increasing basket ha ha xx
Lol sorry hun lol xx
I own 2 or three of the blouses and I luv dem!
Brilliant
Great Haul! Thank you for taking the time to film these for us 🎬
My pleasure dear xx
The metallic dress looked so good!!!!
Ah thank you. I like the idea of it but a bit too tight for me I think lol
If they do a bigger size. I think it would look fabulous. But it might be very warm abd sweaty.
The white blouse looked so good on you
Thank you x
The RED METALIC DRESS 2:12 look fantastic
Thank you Alex x
loved the white blouse and the grey skirt. ❤
Thank you Cathy x
I am so glad I found your channel. I am a fellow apple and also have a big upper tummy and I have never found anyone on you tube with same shape as me. I am a bit older than uni, but I have already learnt so much from you about what may suit me. I have about 2% of your body confidence… i am working on it…. Thanks for the channel….
Ah hi Elizabeth and welcome. Delighted you’ve found me. And yes, I started my channel for that reason. I didn’t find many that looked like me. It’s why I’m so vocal about being an apple. We needs representation as well x
You wear everything well, Marleen! Enjoy your weekend, sending greetings from sunny Australia.
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Thank you Donna and you too x
Red matelic dress❤
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Lovely 🥰 haul as always. I love ❤the basic T-shirt. It’s great to just Chuck it on with a pair or jeans etc. xx
Totally agree. Thank you x
Went out yesterday with culottes and top French tucked felt good !that's the confidence that watching your vlogs has given me!.going to do it again!.many thanks.❤
Ohh yeeeaaahhhhh well done you. I’m so happy for you 👏👏
Spring top looked lovely on you even though you weren’t keen. Perfect tee was cute. Grey skirt is very nice, versatile for many occasions. White blouse is a winner, very cute. Good haul.
Thank you very much x
Do order those jeans in a smaller size, they look fab on you. I ordered a knee length, dark denim pencil skirt from shein, it sucks me in and I love it! 😊
Oh fab. I might just, I really liked them and I’m short of jeans.. x
I am a colourful boho girl , I loved the blouse , with wide leg or tailored pants in white or matching colour would look lovely and fresh on you . 🐨💗
That might be a style I should try. I have become very “boring” in my style lol
Hi Marlene. First dress would look great with a cream blazer,lovely colour on you. Brown t shirt was great. Beautiful skirt and white blouse looks gorgeous. Loving your necklaces also. Some blouses also ride backwards in me too, drives me mad. Thank you x
I’m so glad it’s not just me lol. Thanks you xx
Spring blouse would look good with white pants
Yes I think your right x
Awesome video Marleen
Thank you Dan
LOVE
Thanknyou x
Marleen, Loved the brown t-shirt, just wished it had a V-neck. I'm sorry, but the grey skirt, looks like you have it on backwards. I would have liked to see it turned around. Yes, I have had shirts slowly work their way up and back. I had a shirt like that, but it had a crinkled fabric and thin black strings going up and down on it. I liked it and wore it, but the black strings kept on catching on things, and it wore out fast.
The skirt had an elastic in the back so would not have looked good turned. Many of yours suggested to turn it. It’s been returned lol x
Metalic dress You look very very good 👍
Thank you x
Hi .i often think material lets shein down .the suit because u look great in leggings .just cut sleeves out of jacket .wear has a waist coat ..grey skirt a keeper ..shame it dosent do my size ..uv defo gave me some inspiration. Thank u for shareing sue
My pleasure x
Yes the gray skirt was great. White blouse is a keeper. Too bad about the suit, because the pants were perfect on you. Regarding first item, is it better to size up on that type of dress/fabric or not?!💃🤷🥰
Thank you Rose. Yes I always do size up in bodycon just so it’s not too buttered on. This on was a 4xl, I normally use 3xl (always shop by measurements) but it was still too tight.
You picked some great options! Also where are your necklaces from? I really like them.
Thank you. They are from the MOTF collection from shein. Sadly both are sold out. Sorry x
Hi Marleen, the UK link for the blouse actually takes you to the skirt (which is also now in my basket!!)
Oh dear. Sorry. I’ll be at my Pc soon so I shall fix it then. Sorry about that x
It has been fixed x
If only you were 4” taller, my shape would be almost exact. Lol
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Hi Marleen not much luck with this haul, the suit looks more like pyjamas. Love the brown t shirt and jeans. Love the skirt but not sure about those flaps at the front 🤔 enjoy your weekend lovely xx
Ya your right Sandra. It was interesting this time lol. All got returned. Have a great weekend xx
Hi there. Have you done a video on blazers? Or how to get one to fit properly?
Several but not specific on fit hun, where are you struggling?
@@ImjustmeMarleen I don’t have a jacket or blazer but I love the casual look but stylish way you wear them. I loved the black one you got with black lace at the cuff. But being so big now I don’t know what would suit me. I am very big chested and have a belly too
Much like me then in shape.. the best advise I can give you is trial and error! Sorry I know it’s a pain but it’s the only way. If you live near shops, go and try on as many as you can, and snap a pic of each and every one.
If online is the only way for you (as it is for me) nosy around on the websites and order 1-2 at a time and try. Return if you don’t like them.
In order to create outfits, Pinterest is a fab place to start for inspiration. Search for blazer outfit and once you find a blazer you like, try and copy the outfits you like.
As for fit. Make sure it fits in the shoulders! It may not fit perfect around the belly (many of mine are a little snug) but the fit of the shoulders is what’s gonna give it that elegant look.
I hope that helps xx
Can I ask why you don’t like dropped shoulders? Is it a personal thing or a thing to help shape us bigger girls? I’m very big on top and just wondered.
Also wanted to thank you for all your advise and videos as I have bought lots of the items you choose and they really are great. I have been really pleased with the SHEIN items that I have now. I would not have bought them if I hadn’t watched your videos. I am even trying the French tuck lol
Oh that last sentence make me so happy. Go you girl. It’s so hard yet it’s so simple. So proud of you (even if you decide it’s not for you the fact that your giving it a go 👏👏)
As for dropped shoulders.. it’s makes our shoulders look broader and for many of us, droopy. I have a large chest and the last thing I need it to look broader and bulkier on top.
If you want to see if it work for you, pop something on with dropped shoulders and take one shoulder seem and pop up where it belongs on the shoulder. Then look in the mirror and see what looks the best.
It makes such a difference.
Hope that helps xx
@@ImjustmeMarleen thank you so much for the advice and your channel. It’s really inspiring me to look at my wardrobe and like my shape as I am not be so down on myself x
Ah that’s fantastic. I’m so glad I can help a little xx
Love the grey skirt and I can get it in Australia! Perfect for work. Is there any stretch to it? & thank you for another great video xo
Uh I returned it so can’t check but a bit of give, not stretch is what I remember. It will tell you in the description box on the website x
Thank you 🙏
How tall are you please Marleen ? X
All my measurements are in the description box of all my videos hun. But I’m 5’5 AND A HALF 😁
Is the skirt back to front
Lol no but many have thought it was. But it does look a little weird I agree.
If you’re not wowed send it back, because odds are you won’t be reaching for it. That way u only have what u love in your closet
That’s exactly what I do x
@imjustmemarleen i really love your channel and that you welcome women of all shapes and sizes. You have great taste and a great style and sense of fashion 😊❤keep up the great job and motivating women
Ah thank you so much. That means the world to me to hear that xx
@@ImjustmeMarleen you're most welcome 😊
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The red dress is pretty but it looks like a sausage casing
Lol ya it’s a bit on the tight side alright 😂 but I wanted to show it in anyway. It has duly been returned lol
The red dress is hideous, it shows up every lump and is so unflattering. It would only look ok on someone very slim. The rest of us with a bit of shape probably couldn't get awsy eith wearing it. I like the pastel floral blouse.
Wow that’s a bit harsh but ok. Each to their own