How to Customise Denim with McArthurGlen! #ArtOfDenim

I'm a self-confessed denimaholic. I've lost count of how many pairs of jeans I own but it's quite a lot and my denim even has its own wardrobe! We were recently contacted by McArthurGlen Designer Outlets who asked if we'd like to take part in their blogger customising challenge. They sent us a wooden chest full of studs, gems, cotton and all the tools we would need to customise some designer denim bargains.

If you aren't familiar with McArthurGlen, they have six outlet stores (Ashford, Bridgend, Cheshire Oaks, East Midlands, Swindon and York) which stock on-trend designer and premium fashion bargains for less (up to 60% off). I love shopping at outlets because I'm always on the hunt for a bargain. My closest McArthurGlen is Swindon which I'm hoping to visit before Christmas so I can buy some pressies.

Dress: 7FAM and Jeans: Guess c/o McArthurGlen - Jacket: c/o Very - Hat: H&M - Shoes: ASH

You've probably noticed that I do love a good bit of studding. I wish I was handy with a sewing machine/needle but since I'm not, I decided to soley use the studs from my luxury customisation chest. My chambray dress is by 7FAM, one of the coolest denim brands around. I removed the tie from around the middle and created this cool design near the collar. I'm really happy with how it turned out, it was quite a girly dress before but thanks to the new embellishment and this leather jacket, I think it looks rather edgy!

My Guess jeans fit like a dream (they're honestly the comfiest jeans ever) and since they already have a slightly distressed look, I simply studded one of the small pockets.

  

Sometimes I think less is more when it comes to DIY. I didn't want to ruin my designer denim, just enhance it slightly by making it a little 'more me'. I'm also liking the double denim combo here, I usually wear leggings under dresses, never jeans!

This blogger challenge ties in with McArthurGlen's latest campaign called The Art of Denim, which runs from 5^th - 20^th October. Their six outlets have launched a creative schedule of denim activity and they're even offering shoppers further savings on denim labels including The Kooples, Diesel, Guess, Levi’s and more! If you fancy winning a £50 gift card to spend at your nearest McArthurGlen outlet, just click here for the details of our latest Twitter giveaway.  

What do you think of my autumn customisation skills? Are you a fan of DIY?

T - Denimaholic and proud. XoX