Frocktober : The Final Countdown

 

 

I’ve been Frocktobering my little heart out.  25 days down and only six days left to go.  I’m absolutely loving the experience of 31 dresses in 31 days (but I am looking forward to pants!).  Just quietly, I’m quite shocked at just how many dresses are actually in my wardrobe.  I think the Welshman has been a little surprised too.  This may be the only downside of Frocktober!

During Frocktober, I’ve been sharing the experience all over social media on Instagram, Facebook and Twitter.  So many selfies!  I’ve also been taking the opportunity to talk to people about Frocktober, the Ovarian Cancer Research Foundation and just how important this cause is.

People are truly shocked that there is no early detection screening test for ovarian cancer, yet it is the seventh most common cause of cancer death for women.  The five year survival rate for breast cancer is 88%.  For ovarian cancer, it’s only about 40%.

Social media is awash with Frocktober  – and I love it!  Let’s get the word out there, raise some money and cross our fingers that future generations of women will not have what is known as “the silent killer” affecting their lives.

There are also many fabulous ladies sharing their Frocktober experience on their blogs.  Here are a few of my favourites.

 

 

Andrea from Fox in Flats has a fab article on 27 dresses for 12 body shapes, sizes and stages

 

 

Nikki from Styling You is talking about 12 ways to support Frocktober 2012

 

 

Norlin from Baubles, Bubbles and Bags is rocking Frocktober – complete with fabulous “loo selfies”

 

 

Lexi from Potty Mouth Mama has been showing off her gorgeous array of vintage frocks

 

 

Camille from Shop Sew Save is all over Instagram and Twitter as Girlzed with her fabulous op shopped frocks.  She rocks some gorgeous garden photos too!

 

 

Catherine from Cup of Tea and a Blog wrote a beautiful post about how Frocktober has given her a massive confidence boost post-babies.  She is one foxy mama!

 

 

And, of course, there are lots and lots of posts from yours truly!

Day 1   Day 2   Day 3   Day 4   Frocktober : Leona Week   Day 5   Day 6   Day 7   Day 8   Day 9   Day 10

Day 11   Day 12   Day 13   Day 14   Kimba Likes Leona Week : Wrap Up   Day 15   Day 16   Day 17   Day 18

Week One : Wrap Up   Day 19   Day 20   Day 21   Week Three : Wrap Up   Day 22   Day 23   Day 24   Day 25

 

If you would like to help raise much needed funds for the early detection screening test quest, you can donate at my Everyday Hero Kimba Likes fundraising page.  I’ve set myself a fundraising goal of $500.

Thank you so much to the gorgeous and generous souls who have already made a contribution. Only $125 to go. I’m unbelievably grateful. Love your work!