Scarlett & Jo London

February 12, 2013 By Leave a Comment

Evans launched a new collection with a “fun and flirtatious” style called Scarlett & Jo London. Currently there are only twelve pieces, mostly dresses and tops. There is nothing really exciting about the line but I do have a few favorites:

Plus size tops and dresses from Evans.

From left to right:

  • Scarlett & Jo Poppy Print Dress, $75
  • Scarlett & Jo Blue Side Panel Dress, $69.50
  • Scarlett & Jo Animal Print Lace Yoke Top, $57
  • Scarlett & Jo Navy Lace Sleeve Dress, $69.50
  • Scarlett & Jo Red Embellished Front Skater Tunic, $59.50

If you are heading over there on the 14th, you can also get 20% off lingerie with the code: HEART20 and delivery is free on orders of $50 or more.

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Plus Size Cruise Wear

February 1, 2013 By Leave a Comment

Addition-Elle is celebrating warmer weather early with the release of its cruise wear line. If you are making travel plans this spring duck over and have a look at what they are offering. At the moment they have plus size tops, skirts, dresses, swimwear, shorts and espadrille flats. Here are a few of my favorite pieces:

Plus size cruisewear from Addition-Elle.

If you are taking a cruise this year, do share the details! I like to live vicariously through others.

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Falling for Igigi

August 30, 2012 By Leave a Comment

There are more than a dresses at Igigi right now that I have fallen head over heels for (I guess technically I have fallen for Igigi years ago and just have not been able to get up) but the Lubov Dress in Print is my absolute hot favorite of the moment. It comes in sizes 12 to 32 for $132.

The dress looks sweet styled on the website with the red pumps:
plus size print dresses

But I especially love the look that came in my inbox with tights and boots:

plus size print career dresses from Igigi

Which look is your favorite?

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Cinda’s Last Call

August 4, 2012 By Leave a Comment

I have known designer and seamstress Cinda Shields for a few years now, I first interviewed her for BellaOnline back in 2007. You know how it is when you are online, you meet people, you lose touch, then you meet up again. Well I just ran into Cinda on Facebook where she was promoting her Last Call clothing sale. Cinda has been making clothing for herself most of her life and for people of size for over twelve years. I had purchased a few things from Cinda in the past and was happy with them so I had no doubts about hopping into her Last Call photo file to look for some goodies.

Here are some of my favorites from her “Best of” and “Last Call” series:

custom plus size clothing from Cinda Shields

She makes dresses, tops, skirts, suits, sleepwear, bridal, costumes, and I think she has done some outerwear. You can purchase from her ready made sections or commission her to make on spec — contact her for complete details.

Cinda is sweet to deal with. Her process is simple, you visit her online photo catalog at Facebook and find something you like. You can ask questions about the piece in the comments section for each photo and when you decide you want an item you can message her the link to the item and she will send you the total purchase amount plus shipping which you then pay via Paypal. Before you even have it paid she will be packing it up and getting it ready to ship.

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* Visit Cinda’s Facebook for plus size shopping

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Sale Prints at Anna Scholz

July 28, 2012 By Leave a Comment

Never have prints been hotter for plus size bodies and never have plus size women been more accepting of extravagant and playful patterns. If you have been looking to add something new and less common to your wardrobe now is the time. Anna Scholz is cleaning out her summer closet with print dress on sale for more than 50% off — because there are such phenom prices there sizes are limited and going quick.

plus size print dresses by Anna Scholz

From left to right:

  • Double Silk Sleeveless Cowl Dress, $155 US (regular $525)
  • Double Silk Deep Pleat Dress, $180 US (regular $588)
  • Digital Jersey Tuck Pleat Dress, $133 US (regular $431)
  • Ponte Jersey Frill Shift Tunic, $133 US (regular $265)
  • Georgette Frill Tunic, $102 US (regular $338)
  • Jersey Cowl Neck Dress, $77 US (regular $250)
  • Jersey Gathered Panel Dress, $149 US (regular $296)
  • Digital Jersey Maxi Dress, $140 US (regular $469)
  • Georgette Plissee Maxi Dress, $94 US (regular $312)
  • Double Silk Corset Strap Maxi Dress, $210 US (regular $704)

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Jet Setting

April 27, 2012 By 1 Comment

The Deco pattern on Diane Kennedy’s Jet Set Dress reminds me of a chain link fence but so much better because it is made with 97% Modal / 3% Spandex. Just the right amount of stretch. I found this dress when I was over at Cherry Velvet checking out their new arrives. I like repetitive patterns like this, I find it very pleasing to the eye without making me feel all dizzy if you know what I mean. This dress is perfect as is or the pattern could be broken with a thin belt; with the neutral grey pretty much any bright or white would do. The dress comes in sizes S to 3x. If you are not fond of the pattern but like the style it also comes in solid black or indigo but with a fabric change to bamboo/lycra. Currently selling for $155 at Cherry Velvet.

plus size diane kennedy designer dress

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Cherry Velvet Plus

March 16, 2012 By 1 Comment

It is not what you think. Cherry Velvet Plus is a plus size clothing store out of Vancouver B.C. that showcases retro / pin up type dresses with a little edge to them. They also carry Canadian plus size designer Diane Kennedy’s line. It seems like an odd mix but it must be working for them.

Velvet Cherry Plus ships worldwide. In Canada the cost is $14 for first item and an additional $4 per item after that ($20 for shipping to U.S.). Their plus size dresses range in size from 0X to 3X. Bare in mind before you go that this shop has a boutique price designation and is not for the bargain shopper.

Here are a few dresses that fall under my “fave” category:

plus size retro dresses from Cherry Velvet Plus

Get ready to “juice up your curves”!

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Big Sister’s Closet

February 13, 2012 By 3 Comments

Canadian plus size blogger, Karen Ward from the Curvy Canadian has started an online store with new and vintage clothing. It is in the beginning stages so there are not many items but it is worth checking out. I especially like the store’s vintage section where I saw these items (blue is usually a given favorite of mine):

plus size vintage clothing from Big Sister

While I love the concept of this online store, the graphics are a bit too tech and leave me dizzy — you will see what I mean when you visit. It also makes it awkward for viewing images easily. Anyway, the site is new and once it settles into its own I am hoping it will evolve but I wanted to put it on your radar now.

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The Ultimate Polka Dot Dress

January 30, 2012 By Leave a Comment

If you love dots as much as I do you will love the Betsey Ruched Dress with mini polka dots from Kiyonna. This beautiful ruched dress is figure hugging at its finest. The red accents are perfect too.

plus size retro polka dot dress from Kiyonna

Not a fan of polka dots? No worries, it also comes in brown leopard, snow leopard, solid teal, solid teal, or solid black — all of which are simply fabulous. The plus size Betsey dress is available in sizes 10 to 32 for $128.

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ASOS “Hearts” Stripes

January 17, 2012 By Leave a Comment

I know some of you hate stripes, especially horizontal ones but we all need to open ourselves up a little more and reclaim the “don’ts” of our youth — like horizontal stripes.

ASOS “hearts” horizontal stripes, including the horizontal ones. When I first thought of this post they had a lot more to choose from. I can only assume that stripes are so popular they are having a hard time keeping them in stock.

When it comes to stripes you no longer have to think of full body coverage like the old black and white jail suits. There are many options to choose from: wide and narrow stripes, multi-colored colored stripes, color blocked stripes, and accent stripes.

plus size striped clothing from ASOS Curve

Left to right:

  • The red Exclusive Swing Dress, $64
  • The Dress With Ribbon Trim, $90
  • The Exclusive Knitted Dress With Stripe Collar, $64
  • The navy and white Knitted Dress In Stripe, $64
  • The Pencil Skirt In Colourblock Stripe, $46

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The Party Dress

December 15, 2011 By Leave a Comment

SwakDesigns has come up with the plus size party dress for almost all fall and winter occasions with the Dahlia Dress. It is a perfect sleeveless dress for work to party: Slip it on under a business suit jacket and you can go from the office to dinner with a quick slip out of the jacket and a change of accessories. For a little more sparkle add a sequin (or sparkle thread) shrug for holiday parties.

plus size holiday dresses from SwakDesigns

The Dahlia dress comes in four colors but I absolutely love the Blue Bell which is such a stunning color. The other colors are Holly Red, Black, and coppers. All beautiful. SwakDesigns offers this dress in sizes 1x to 6x for $89 (US).

The Black Sequin Shrug from Yours Clothing is what I was thinking in terms of shrugs. It is $36 (US) and comes in sizes 16 to 32. But while I was there I found the black and teal Sequined Shrug for $30 which I think I may love more (it comes in black on black too). If you are wanting one for New Years, check their shipping times as it may not make it.

plus size sequin shrugs from Yours Clothing

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The Holidays with Penningtons

December 2, 2011 By 2 Comments

If you are looking for something that is understated with a little spark then consider Penningtons. One of my favorite pieces from their holiday collection is the Crossover Dress with Lace Bodice and Tiered layers ($90). I know what you are thinking. “It’s sleeveless!” Yes, it is sleeveless, that is so you can put on the Sequined Cocoon Cardigan ($40). The Row Braceltes ($10), Sequin Clutch ($30), and CZ Studs ($8) are also from Penningtons. The sexy lace peep toe RSVP shoes ($90) are from Zappos.

plus size holiday clothing from Penningtons

I would probably go either or on the shrug and clutch, otherwise it might be too much sequin. A nice hot red clutch might be nice too.

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New From Kiyonna

October 26, 2011 By Leave a Comment

I think when I first visit Kiyonna the first thing I fall in love with is the colors: red, green, plum, maple and gold. Definitely makes me think of fall. Five of my favorites from Kiyonna’s new collection are the lipstick red bellini, the olive green sheath dress (and I am not usually a big fan of green), the plum ruched top, the maple twist dress (also in a hot magenta), and the golden cocktail dress (awesome in allover black too).

plus size tops and dresses from Kiyonna

The Nadia Knit Belini ($68) is one of my favorite layering pieces that Kiyonna has been carrying over season after season with new colors. The Olivia Sheath Dress ($118) is just so pretty and flattering with its vertical ruched bodice. The Rylan Ruched Top ($58) has the same neckline but the ruched fabric is horizontal and just as flattering and with long sleeves. The Tamara Twist Dress ($118) has so much going on, all with the fabric, a twist here, ruching there. And the Cosmo Cocktail Dress ($158) would be the go to dress for the upcoming holiday season. Despite the all over lace it is modern and polished. All in sizes 10 to 32.

I am disappointed their shipping costs to Canada are so obscene; starting at $30 for the first $300.

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