Sourpuss Essentials

 

SOURPUSS ESSENTIAL STRETCH DENIM JEANS BLACK - $52.00

                                                                

The genius's at Sourpuss have created the most magical pair of jeans I've ever owned! It's an absolute rarity that a pair of jeans slides over my ample toosh and fits perfect at my waist on first try but the these amazing dark denim stretchy wonders are the best pair I've ever owned.



Created from a super stretchy mixture of 50% Cotton,  47% Polyester and  3% Spandex these jeans are the ultimate in comfort. A true high waisted style they hit me right at my waistline and then accommodate my rather large hips. Available in sizes XS to 3XL and anyone of any shape can rock these bad boys.



I'm wearing these in the 2XL and the fit is so comfy and relaxed while still keeping to that chic skinny leg fit. After a few hours of wear though they got very roomy so I think I'll be snapping up a pair in XL once Sourpuss are back to shipping out their goodies. The 2XL can easily be shrunk in the dryer though, so I'll be doing that between wears.



I honestly can't get enough of these jeans and can't wait to style them in 100 more ways.

SOURPUSS COFFIN SPARKLE PURSE RED - $56.00

 

How about a few more purses to add to my collection? One can never have enough handbags right? Well, I'd say 70 percent of my bags are Sourpuss and my daily daggers bag is my most loved and over used! 

So when the stunning coffin collection was released, I obviously had to have one! I've got an obsession with all things coffin shaped and even have a few mini ones around my home. Mix my beloved shape with red glitter and a spider web and I'm absolutely in love.

Featuring a leopard print satin interior, studs, black glossy bac and a strap drop that measures 5.5" with the entire shape measuring approx. 7.5" x 11" x 4". This is the perfect piece to take out on the town and you'll easily be able to fit all of your essentials within.

Adding that extra level of gothic personally to any outfit. 

SOURPUSS TENTACLES TRAVEL BAG - $70.00

The second bag I ordered was actually intended to be my carry on for our trip but now it will be used for daily wear or an overnight bag. Featuring a bold black tentacle print on a blue/teal background this travel bag is freaking amazing! 

Super roomy as it's  measures 18" x 12" x 8" with a 11" strap drop and perfect for fitting all your bits pieces into for a little weekend away. You have two strap options on this piece as well so it's great for carrying by hand or on your shoulder.

I'm usually not one to have a bright blue bag, but I could not say no to this stunning print!

SOURPUSS ESSENTIAL STRETCH DENIM VEST BLACK - $70.00

With the stretch denim jeans rocking my world, I obviously needed to snap up the matching vest in the same size. This ultra stretchy, curve hugging battle jacket is the best base for all of my pins and I'll be taking some time to sew on all of my band patches over the next few weeks. 

 

I'm wearing this in a 2XL and the fit is spot on. I have a few Sourpuss vests now and I really adore the way they fit my bust and waist.

 



 

Once I've updated this piece with all my pins, patches and a backpatch I'll be sure to shoot and share again. While shipping/shopping at the US Sourpuss has been temporary suspended you can still shop via their Euro website and each link within this post is for the Euro site. 



Trick or Treat

Halloween is not limited to the 31st of October in my home. I've always filled my apartment with all things kooky and spooky but when September rolls around all my favourite brands start releasing their Halloween prints and collections and I can't control myself or my wallet.

Custom Trick or Treat Press On Nail Set - TBA

For this post I'm focusing on one of my all time favourite brands Sourpuss, for cute, casual and unique pieces to wear all year round because in my world every day is Halloween. Now this post is a long one as Sourpuss Clothing are the best in the biz and have so many pieces be it clothing or accessories so get ready to have an overload of information!

Each and every piece in this review is a size XXL and I find that this specific size really fits my shape and bust perfectly. I've also included some absolutely magical props from Costumes.com.au who are my new go to prop and costume shops in Australia!

SOURPUSS OVER THE MOON SWEETHEART DRESS - $84.00

Light Up Jack-O-Lantern Latex Halloween Balloons Pack of 5 - $1.95

 Yemak Cardigan in Orange   - $36.00

One of my stand out favourite prints this spooky season is Over The Moon which features retro cats, bats and moons. The sweetheart swing style is super flattering as it has a ruffled neckline, smocked back and a nipped in waist - complete with matching belt. The smocking makes this fabric really fit perfectly to your curves and the full skirt equals everything out to create that perfect hour glass shape.

The pockets and hem also features these supersweet ruffle details and I love how well the boned bodice hugs fits my chest and waist.

This style comes with removable and adjustable straps, so you can get that perfect fit. I'm wearing it without any of the additional straps as I've pair this style with a cardigan.

I just can't get enough of this bright orange and black print and can't wait to wear it all year round.

Prop wise this print screamed balloons to me so I've paired it with the light up jack'o'lanten balloons.   

SOURPUSS FELINE SPOOKY SKATER DRESS - $60.00 

SOURPUSS STUDDED MOTO VEST BLACK  - $80.00

It can't be Halloween without multiple retro kitty prints! I'm an absolute sucker for a Sourpuss skater dress and this amazing print features the sweetest little black kitten and bright orange pumpkins. Made from that tried, tested and adored super stretchy fabric that hugs your curves and is perfect for all year round wear. I'm on my 5th SP skater dress, and I think I'll be addicted to them for life.

After the success of my last Sourpuss vest, the next step obviously had to be the moto vest! With the exact same fit as their moto jackets this piece is my new go to layering accessory. Now this piece is bare when it arrives, so you can customize the piece to be 100% you. It's all in the details.

SOURPUSS ZOMBIE HAND PATCH - $8.00
SOURPUSS TRICK OR TREAT PATCH - $8.00
SOURPUSS PUMPKIN WITCH PATCH - $8.00
SOURPUSS HOCUS POCUS PATCH - $8.00
SOURPUSS HALLOWEEN QUEEN PATCH - $8.00
SOURPUSS CREATURE PATCH - $8.00

SOURPUSS VIDDY WELL ENAMEL PIN - $7.00
SOURPUSS SPIDERBABY ENAMEL CHAIN PINS - $12.00

SOURPUSS VAMP LIPSTICK ENAMEL PIN - $7.00
SOURPUSS ULTRAVIOLENCE ENAMEL PIN - $7.00

Inspired by all of the SP brooches and iron on patches I've gone for a full spooky halloween theme with this brilliant vest. Focusing on the new patches and pins that Sourpuss just recently got in stock. Traditional Halloween colours, creeps, creatures and more, all mixed in with my addiction - enamel pins.

I've added a mixture of A Clockwork Orange, horror, and creepy crawlies adorn my vest with a few of my old faves mix in. Now the only thing I have left to complete this vest is the addition of a back-patch - but what?

SOURPUSS DIG YA LATER RAGLAN SKATER DRESS  - $60.00

My clothing dreams have come true! As a full-blown raglan addict, I yelled the house down the moment I saw this little skater dress. I live in baseball/raglan style tops and now I finally own one in dress form.

Not only is it the most perfect shape and fit but the morbid little joke paired with a retro hearse has my heart a flutter. I have hearse printed dresses, bags and lots of accessories so I'm way to excited to add this into my weekly rotation of looks.

The shorter sleeve did worry me but it hits at the perfect point so it offers coverage and slims any bulk. A little birdie also told me a 3/4 sleeve will be coming out for the cooler months so I'm going to go gaga for that! 

SOURPUSS LUNA BATS KEYHOLE SKATER DRESS - $60

Created from one of the softness fabrics I've ever had the pleasure of wearing the Luna Bats keyhole skater is a dream to wear. Clearly I'm a fan of skater dresses and I'm loving the variety of prints and sleeve lengths SP have available. The bat covered sleeves are super log and silk soft.

The key hole element shows a little peek of cleavage and helps the bust sit perfectly. The perfect spooky printed causal look for work or out with friends and I can't wait to style this with boots, lots of bold tights and more.

Skull and Bones Door Wreath Prop - $34.00

Now let's chat about this amazing wreath. I've always had a love for Halloween themed wreaths but this year I wanted to get something perfect for my morbid taste level. This boney fella is the perfect adornment for our front door and as you can see the best frame for portraits.

Such an amazing price for something so much bigger that I honestly expected!

But this piece is not limited for one use and can be the perfect addition any spooky themed party or if your'e a lover of all things skeleton related an amazing piece for your living room.  

SOURPUSS DEATH MOTH SKATER DRESS - $56.00
Light Up Larva Head Prop - $30.95
Purple Yemak Cardigan  - $36.00

Now it's time for a sleeveless skater. As a huge fan of Silence of the Lambs I'm forever collecting all things Death Moth related as it's such an iconic visual. Sourpuss have created both a skater and a cardigan with this black and white Death Moth print and I'm smitten. 

So simple to style, effortless to wear and the perfect little summer dress! I've pair this style with my purple Yemak sweater and love how well the print teams up with a bright pop of colour. What I love most about all of these pieces is how versatile they are for all year round wear. Wear them with flats in the summer or layer with tights, cardigans and boots in the winter.

What's this another prop? Things are getting a little dark and spooky and lets face it rather silly! I just had to include the light up Larva Head prop in this shoot. How can you not right? Those red glowing eyes, spooky spiders and that larva pod. Just imagine the critter that caught this fella? Too late now I've run off with it! 

SOURPUSS SPIDERWEB LYDIA DRESS BLACK - $68.00

Skull And Bones Door Wreath Halloween Prop - $34.95 

Now to end this amazing creepy forest collection of images we have the Lydia dress. I've been eyeing off the Lydia in all of the various colour variants for a while now but I was never sure if it would work with my body shape. But as you can see the result once I wiggle my way into this piece is a big YES it works!!

This dress screams summer gothic chic with it's flowing layers of soft fabric, 40's inspired sleeve and contrasting buttons, waist band and spider web collar. The bold white accents make this piece pop and I love the softness and stretch the fabric offers, giving me the ability to button up or down without too much stress.

Now you might need a friend to help you get into this dress as it has a side zip which helps create that cinched in waist. This piece is AMAZING, and I've now added the red and black stripe and pink to my lust list. Now let's see if any more prints or colour ways will be released in the futures. 

Custom Trick or Treat Press On Nail Set - $70.00

Now it can't be a full spooky themed shoot without a set of amazing custom nails and these stunning Trick or Treat claws were created by Candi Glam Nails! The perfect mixture of retro Halloween with horror! 

Due to my work I can't get away with my most loved super long claws but with creators like Candi Glam in the market I can get stunning custom made pieces that pair perfectly with all of my themed shoots and can be worn as often as I like! With more options to chop and change your styles and themes I love this so much more than just having acrylics. 

Each set is sent with a file, buffer, swab (to clean the base of your nail) slick on taps and all the important instructions. I also got my paws on their amazing cuticle oil, and I'm absolutely in LOVE! The smell of must never leaves my hands and I'm forever loving that scent. 

In total I ordered 3 amazing and equally unique sets of Halloween themed nails from Candi Glam Nails so be sure to check back for my images and on my Instagram for videos! You never know you might find an in theme spooky woodlands video on there as well.

The Bone Brigade Are Back!

This year Erstwilder have blessed us with two spooky Halloween themed releases and I personally can't get enough of each and every piece. For release number 2, Team Erstwilder have brought back the Bone Brigade with a few new friends.

Last season I snapped up the kitten version of these skelly friends but this year I was immediately attracted to the Flamingo and Raven.

  

FRANKEN-FLAMINGO BROOCH - $39.95

Sourpuss Spiderweb Black Lydia Dress - $68.00

Cropped 3/4 Sleeve Vintage Yemak  Sweater in Light Orange - $26.00

As a mad fan of all things pink flamingo related it was only logical that my next step would be to start collecting undead versions of this brilliant bird. This piece perfectly captures all of the brilliance of a flamingo with that adorable macabre vibe. 

 

Seriously how cute is this little guy? Complete with golden crown this flamingo is divine and I can't wait to pair with each and every spooky piece from my wardrobe.

RIP RAVEN BROOCH - $39.95 

My second piece and extra feathered (or featherless as the case would be) friend is the Edgar Alan Poe inspired Raven! I've been readying Poe's work since I was a wee kiddo and I've always loved how dark and spooky each and every poem is.



The Raven is one of the most well known and iconic poems from his collection and Erstwilder have capture this amazing creature in brooch form.

Complete with a little red POE novel upon his breast, this raven is by far my favourite piece from this release. Very fitting for an old goth/pinup like myself and a must have for all horror/Halloween collectors.

Which piece will you be snapping up from this collection?

Everybody Screeeeeeeam!

It would not be a Halloweenie time of year without me using a Panic! at the Disco lyric or a spooky print filled post!

For this review I went Halloween crazy and ordered all of my favourite holiday prints and styles from Sourpuss. I'm such a mad fan of this brand and have been for years. Their frocks, skirt and cardigans are my daily wardrobe staples and each season I can't get enough.

SOURPUSS LUCY FUR FLOOZY DRESS - $50.00

SOURPUSS LUCKY DEVIL CARDIGAN - $39.00
Pleaser Pink Label CHLOE-02 Black in Faux Leather - $111.00

Ok I know I'm a bit of a crazy cat lady but I could not go past all items in the Lucy Fur print! This adorable retro printed mini swing dress absolutely fantastic. The print is jam packed full of cats, moons, bats and little starts with a mixture of orange, white and black.



The Floozy Dress shape is a must have for all busty girls out there. I'm wearing the 2XL or XXL and it fits me like a globe. I can wear it with or without a bra and the twins stay up and out there. It's a mini on me but maybe not on others as my chest and toosh tend to make a short dress a mini - damn these ample assets.

 



The fabric is really interesting in the floozy as well as it's a poly/spandex mix that always seems to say cool - now this is a must for us right now as it's super hot in Melbourne.



I paired this with the Lucky Devil cardigan in an XL. I have so many of the SP cardis and they live forever, always have the best embroidered detail or prints and just rock my world.



This the little devil patches on each lapel make this cardigan a little cheekier and I just love the firm fit of the fabric and XL size.



SOURPUSS LUCY FUR SWEATER - $57.00
SOURPUSS CREEPY CRAWLIES SKIRT - $50.00

Sticking with the Lucy Fur kitty of brilliance I snapped up the sweater in a 2XL for a more relaxed fit on the waist and hip while not morphing the print in any way. This baby is super soft and lightweight and fits like a dream. I can't wait for the cold weather to return so I can pair this with high waisted jeans or with adorable peter pan collared shirts.

This is a rather long style jumper so it pairs perfectly with the swing style skirts and you can either tuck or bunch the fabric in a knot.



I paired this sweater with what might be the best skirt I've had in years for the super hot weather we are currently having. The creepy crawlies skirt is soft and flowing, so light and feels like you are wearing absolutely nothing. The bold spider print borders the base of the skirt perfectly and the waistline is perfect in a 2XL for me.



Being the silly wife that I am I roped my husband into this shoot and made him wear a skeleton onesise and this adorable jack'o'lanten head piece from Kmart.



 We got super silly as you can see and this also resulted in the following dance.



 

 

SOURPUSS GRAVE DIGGER SKATER DRESS - $48.00

Kreepsville666 Elastic Waist Belt Skull Purple - $24.95

I've been dying to get this skater dress  and every store in Australia always sells out once they replenish their stock. Being a skater addict and a border print lover the Grave Digger was a must have. A super flattering shape, short little skirt and long sleeve make this the perfect dress for me.



 

This in a 2XL and I actually think I could size down due to stretch as I've worn this twice now and the arms are roomy as is the waist. The fabric is so comfortable though and I'll be wearing this all year round.

Lastly one of my new go to handbags the Sabrina.  I feel hard for this ruby red sparkling wonder when I saw the new season catalogue and knew that this and the bat wallet must be mine.

 

 





SOURPUSS SABRINA PURSE RED -  $46.00 

Sourpuss make my absolute favourite purses as they use amazing prints, make the perfect sizes and have so much storage inside. I have 6 in total and I think that Sabrina is my new favourite so all the other prints and colours are most definitely on my future sourpuss lust lists.

This shade of red also pairs perfectly with all of the items featured throughout this review but now I'm hoping that a Halloween style orange will be released next year in the same sparkly fabric.

Many thanks to the amazing Liz from L12 Photography for making my kitschy Halloween ideas come to life!!