Finding shoes that are cute, comfortable, quirky and affordable seems like a never-ending quest. That was, of course, until I discovered Ruby Shoo.

Known for their retro styles at a fantastic price point, these are the perfect shoes for Rock n Roll brides, Rock n Roll bridesmaids, Rock n Roll mother’s of the bride, Rock n Roll ‘I’m just popping down the shops and need something pretty on my feet’… You catch my drift, right?

To celebrate the launch of their gorgeous new Spring/ Summer collection, one lucky reader is going to win a pair of shoes of their choice, and the matching handbag!

To enter, all you have to do is comment on this blog post and let us know which pair of shoes and bag you’d like and where you’d wear them first. YEP, IT’S THAT EASY!

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Today I wanted to do something I have’t done for many years, to introduce you to a quirky new wedding supplier, but in the form of an interview. It was really fun to revisit this format of blogging and to pretend like I was a legit interviewer for a moment there!

Be sure to read to the end of the article too to find out how you can win the headband featured above in your choice of colours.

We all know I am obsessed with headwear, the crazier and more colourful the better, so I think it’ll come as no surprise that today I’m chatting to someone who makes gorgeous things to wear! Introducing Jess of the fabulously named Fat Pom Poms…

Can you introduce yourself to the Rock n Roll Bride readers. Who are you and what do you do?

Hello! My name is Jess and I own an accessories and decoration business called Fat Pom Poms. As the name suggests, it centres around the amazing world of pom poms! We make headbands, garlands, necklaces, earrings, wreaths… the list keeps growing!

Tell us a little about the process of working with you? How does it work and do you take on specific briefs/ commissions?

I mostly sell through Etsy and love working with each customer to find exactly the style they want. I welcome anything that paints a picture in my head – whether that be pictures, weird and wonderful descriptions or a theme! I also list previously made items on there which can all be remade with the same colours or customised to specific requirements!

What’s your favourite thing about running your own businesses and what are the biggest challenges?

My favourite thing about running my own business is that I have 24 hours a day to be creative and choose when I work and how long I work for. If I was stuck to a 9-5 schedule I think I would only get about 3 hours of work done a day! I definitely work better after lunchtime when my mind has been cleared of the day’s tasks such as going to the post office and putting my washing in! However this can also be my downfall as come 5 ‘o clock most friends have finished work for the day. Luckily I’m quite happy sitting inside making pom poms!

I also find one of my biggest challenges is keeping up with the business side of things. All I’ve ever wanted to do is create things for people to enjoy, so the serious side is not really my forte! I’m getting there though…. I think!

What are you most proud of in relation to your business?

I am most proud of how much I have improved from the first couple of headbands I made! I look back now and cringe, but at the time I was very happy with what I had achieved and now two years later I am amazed that I have stuck to this and made a business by myself, self taught and mostly from my bedroom!

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Here’s something I never thought I’d have the confidence to do – I’m posting photos of myself in a swimsuit on the internet! I mean, just trying on swimwear is a terrifying enough ordeal, let alone having to share it with the world!

Luckily for me, I’m rocking my new retro inspired suit from For Luna and I feel like a million bucks in it.

Since 2009, For Luna has been offering an amazing selection of 1950s style swimsuits and bikinis. These styles hark back to golden age of Hollywood, with low leg cuts, high-waisted bikini bottoms, gathered fabric, and excellent support. Think Marilyn Monroe in that classic white one-piece or Jayne Mansfield in her wild leopard print bikini. This swimwear is incredibly flattering because the fabric is ruched over the tummy to hides all sins, and there are supportive soft shaped foam cups in the bust. It’s also comfortable and practical for swimming in and all their prints are super cute!

Win the Swimsuit of your Choice!

Need a new cozzie for your honeymoon, summer holiday or just because..? Well now is your chance! To enter, simply visit the For Luna website, have a browse around and then come back here and comment on this post letting us know which one you’d like to win and why.

You have one week, until Midnight on 26th May to enter. Good luck gorgeous!

THIS CONTEST IS NOW CLOSED

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Le Colonel Moutarde, a family run business hailing from France, was launched when co-founder Remi stated looking for quirky, patterned bow ties for himself. He struggled to find anything he liked so he decided to make his own! With a passion for sewing passed on by his grandmother, it was the obvious solution.

His creations were so popular with his friends and family, that he and his partner Clémence decided to launch the business with the help of her younger brother Valentin. Today Le Colonel Moutarde is proud to boast the largest collection of bow ties in France (they also sell pocket squares, braces and cufflinks). They also have physical stores in Paris, London and Lille, where they still hand make all of their products.

Win £100 to spend on Groomsmen Accessories

Nothing is more dapper than groomsmen in bow ties, and Le Colonel Moutarde are here to help. They would like to give one lucky Rock n Roll Bride reader £100 to spend on their website or at their London shop which is in Shoreditch at 10 Cheshire Street.

To enter, simply visit their website and have a browse around. Then come back here and comment on this blog post letting us know what you’d buy if you won – easy!

You have one week to enter, until midnight on 20th April.

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