I hope your holiday days are full of delightful memories and tasty treats!
See you January 4th, 2010.
Archives for December 2009
The Asymmetrical Cardigan
December 23, 2009 By Leave a Comment
For this fall and winter one of the hottest pieces for plus size bodies is the versatile asymmetrical cardigan. It is so versatile because of the many ways it can be worn. It can be relaxed with a turtle neck (or mock neck), a contrasting wide belt, tights, and boots; or business like with a satin cami, business skirt, and heels; or casual with a stretch shirt, jeans, and your favorite flats. 
If you haven’t picked up one yet, Penningtons has their Cardi Shawl on for $39.99. I love the purple (at right) but it is available in black and silver too. Currently they have limited sizes online from 1x to 3x. I imagine because it is so popular.
If you are looking for bigger sizes, check out SwakDesigns answer to the asymmetrical cardigan, the Cozy Plus Size Bellini. It has an extra long removable sash which is a great addition to play with if you don’t already have a wide belt. It is available in sizes 2x to 6x in red, black, teal, gray, and brown for $60. They offer free shipping worldwide on orders $40 or more.
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Topic Links
* Get your own Cardi Shawl from Penningtons
* Get your own Cozy Bellini from SwakDesigns
Lane Bryant Drops Canada
December 23, 2009 By 10 Comments
I was online today with my shopping cart full and ready to take advantage of their Buy Two Cacique Bras Get Two Free sale and I couldn’t enter my postal code like I normally could, actually, it didn’t register my usual login, then it wouldn’t take my new registration. On looking closer on the fine print located deep withing their shipping information I found “Sorry, no international orders including Canada.”
I’m so devastated by Lane Bryant choosing to drop Canadian customers from their online shopping store front. Canadians have a hard enough time as it is finding affordable, fashionable, every day and career wear without being further limited by one of the top American brands that so readily directs our fashion.
Update: Lane Bryant is delivering to Canadians again! Visit Lane Bryant for plus size clothing
Red Down Jacket
December 22, 2009 By Leave a Comment
For cold weather warmth I immediately think down. Unfortunately, if not styled right it can come off looking unshapely or puffy. Mark’s Work Wearhouse carries a small selection of plus sizes up to 2x, including this Women’s Wind River Down Jacket. 
This short jacket is filled with 90% down and 10% feathers. It is available in the fall red shown (favorite) or black, blue, and lavendula. It will be on sale until December 23, 2009 for $54.99 (regular $109.99). Don’t forget to look at their hat, mitt, and scarf accessories while you are there.
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Topic Links
* Get your own red down jacket from Mark’s Work Warehouse
Fitted Military Jacket
December 22, 2009 By Leave a Comment
One of the hottest looks this fall has been the military trench. Working on the same theme is a mini Cadet Button Jacket from Plus Size Fix. It is very affordable at $33.99 (US). Wear it over a cami with jeans; with a ruffle front blouse and dress pant; or over a sleeveless dress. It’s made of polyester/spandex for comfort and fit.
Plus Size Fix is currently offering free shipping on orders $75 and over. They ship almost everywhere.
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Topic Links
* Get your own plus size Cadet Button Trendy Jacket from Plus Size Fix
Promo Friday Canada
December 18, 2009 By Leave a Comment
A little sale or two to get through the weekend:
Tabi is offering 30% off online store
Coupon code: 30%OffDec09
Expires: “without notice”
Visit Tabi for plus size clothing
Designer Shoes is offering 40% off their sale items
Coupon code: SALE40MORE
Expires: December 19,2009
Visit Designer Shoes
Igigi is offering 50% off international shipping rates
Coupon code: NA
Expires: December 31, 2009
Visit Igigi for plus size career and party dresses
Swimsuits for All is offering 15% Off Womens Sitewide
Coupon code: SNOW15
Expires: December 27, 2009
Visit Swimsuits for All for plus size swimwear
Have a great weekend!
Yoga Jeans
December 17, 2009 By Leave a Comment
Thanks to Marie Denee for letting me know about the Yoga Jeans from Second Clothing — specifically, their cute video about how orgasmic the fabric and wear are:
Second Yoga Jeans are made with 97% brushed cotton and 3% elastine to “hug curves in any position”. Their jeans are Canadian made in Montreal and are currently available at Addition-Elle in the boot-cut and skinny leg versions for $130. I’m not sure what is available in-store but online they have sizes 16 to 22.
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Topic Links
* Get your plus size yoga pants from Addition-Elle
Holiday Dresses
December 15, 2009 By Leave a Comment
When it comes to holiday dresses, red is the most festive and black is the most common. Don’t limit your selection. Equally festive colors include purple, green, gold and silver.
1. Jones New York – Ruffle Front Swing Dress, $138
Sizes 14 to 20, available online
2. Addition-Elle – Dress with Flower at Waist, $179
Sizes 14 to 24, available online
3. Laura Plus – Holiday Dress, $195
Sizes 14 to 24, check in-store for availability
4. Toni Plus – Twist Front Dress, $225
Sizes 14 to 24, available online
5. MonifC Nelli Dress, $298
Sizes 1x and 2x, available online
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Topic Links
* Get your own holiday dress at Jones New York
* Get your holiday dress from Addition-Elle
* Get your own holiday dress at Toni Plus
* Get your holiday dress from Monif C
Last Minute Gifts
December 14, 2009 By Leave a Comment
There are 10 more shopping days left until Christmas. Don’t you just hate it when people give you that reminder? Me too. But I was so shocked that it crept up on me so quickly I had to share. 
I have some shopping done but still more to go and I’m sure I’m not alone. Here’s a quick list of last minute gifts.
- Gloves – Sears always has a fashionable assortment of gloves on hand. Stay away from anything to frilly or woolly. A pair of black leather gloves go along way and will be appreciated. Fuzzy wool ones probably not so much.
- Scarf – A snood would be even better. They are functional, fashionable and don’t seem to give us as hard a time as the traditional rectangular scarf does. If you know how to knit you could easily whip one or two or three up over the next few days. Don’t skip on the thread either. If you can’t go pristine then at least go a step up from bottom of the line. They wash and wear better.
- Leg Warmers – Ardene’s has a great selection of leg warmers at super saver pricing. How about a pair for each day of the week. Go classic or funky. Or Both!
- Beaded bracelet – Micheal’s has some of the most beautiful beads and they are a one stop shop for jewelry making. Take 30 minutes and make them something pretty.
- Gift certificates – Some die-hard shoppers look down their nose are gift certificates but they are one of the best gifts you can give someone. They are a license to splurge. If the person you are shopping for is tech savvy you might even consider a e-card.
Happy shopping!
Promo Friday
December 11, 2009 By Leave a Comment
This is my first attempt at a Canadian only “Promo Friday”. The list is short but there is definitely a sale or two to get you through the weekend:
Tabi is offering $25 off $150 or more
Coupon code: SAVE25
Expires: NA
Visit Tabi for plus size clothing
Oh Cheri is offering 20% off storewide
Coupon code: LAST20
Expires: December 13, 2009
Visit Oh Cheri for plus size lingerie
Plus Size Fix is offering 10% on all orders
Coupon code: 10OFF1209
Expires: December 12, 2009
Visit Plus Size Fix for plus size club wear
Hot Topic is offering $20 off $75 or more
Coupon code: NA
Expires: December 16, 2009
Visit Hot Topic for trendy plus size clothing
Buy Costumes if offering 35% off Christmas Clearance
Coupon code: NA
Expires: NA
Visit Buy Costumes for plus size costumes
Have a great weekend!
Twilight Madness at Tabi
December 11, 2009 By Leave a Comment
Sorry, it has nothing to do with the movie! It is the time of day — Tabi is offering 30% off the entire store (including reduced items) from 5pm until close on Friday December 11, 2009.
This sale is in-store only and not online.
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Topic Links
* Visit Tabi for plus size clothing up to 2x
Plus Size Tight (and Leggings)
December 11, 2009 By Leave a Comment
One of the best places I’ve found for plus size tights is We Love Colors. The company is located in Florida but they ship world wide. I had the opportunity to test drive a few pairs this fall thanks to their PR people. 
We Love Colors has the usual black, brown, white and beige tights but they also have over 50 shocking colors to suit your every mood and fashion impulse. The colors maintain their vividness after several washes and while they stretched out a bit by the end of the day (they weren’t drooping) they returned to their shrunken shape after washing. They are soft to the touch (seriously, I keep stroking my legs when I wear them). Their tights come in sizes A/B to EE which fit 160 lbs to 375 lbs.
It amazes me what a hot item tights are this fall. I like it when they are worn in a monochromatic fashion — all black or red from head to toe for example.
If you haven’t liked the fit of what has been available to you I highly recommend trying We Love Color’s tights. But do use your imagination and step outside the traditional color scheme you are used to. Every woman should have at least one pair of wild tights!
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Topic Links
* Get your own tights and leggings from We Love Colors
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Cotton Ginny Friends & Family Sale
December 9, 2009 By 2 Comments
From Thursday December 10 to Saturday December 10, Cotton Ginny is celebrating the holiday season with a friends and family sale. As far as I know this is in-store only and not online. There will be 25% all home related products and 50% off everything else. There is no minimum purchase.
There are two coupon codes:
- 25% off — 00366
- 50% off — 60367
***Update*** Cotton Ginny is no longer online nor does it have walk-in stores. Read comments below for further insight.
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