Archives for May 2010

Plus Size Capri Pants

Some fashionistas are down right against them. Some are downright for them. And some are just caught in the middle. I love capri pants and tend to wear them a lot in the summer. Off the top of my head I can picture at least five pair in my mind — all faves.

Ten Reasons Why I Like Capri Pants

1. The number one reason is calves are sexy. Capri pants are a perfect way to show off calves without feeling overly exposed or having to worry about the dress being blown up or out.
2. I’m a hot blooded woman and capri pants keep my calves cool.
3. Unlike skirts, capri pants help prevent chub rub in the summer.
4. Capri pants can be comfortably worn at work.
5. They can be worn at the park.
6. They can be worn at the beach.
7. Capris can be dressed up or down.
8. They look brilliant with flats or heels or strappy sandals.
9. Capris can be worn by young girls or seniors.
10. Ok, I couldn’t think of another one. But I think you get the picture.

Like many styles, capri pants are not for everyone. At right is what a perfectly fitting length should look like. If they are hitting you just above the ankle then you are too short to be wearing regular length capris and should be shopping in the petite plus section or not wearing them at all because if they don’t hit the right spot they just look like floods (like you don’t know how to wash your clothes). If you can’t find petite plus where you are, get out the sewing machine and start hemming.

The capri pants shown here are from Kiyonna. They are stylish and perfect for work or out and about town doing errands on a warm day. Kiyonna offers a wide range of sizes for 10 to 32. These capri’s come in American blue jean and black; obviously, the black is the most versatile.

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* Get your own plus size capri pants from Kiyonna

Promo Friday for Canadian Shoppers

A listing of sales and promotions for this weekend:

Alexandra Gathered Dress from Kiyonna, $128

Torrid is offering select $29.99 Denim
Coupon code: NA
When: May 22, 2010
Visit Torrid for plus size jeans

Tabi is offering 2 for $40 cotton t-shirts
Coupon code: NA
Expires: NA
In store only

Silhouettes is offering $20 off $100 or $30 off $150 or more
Coupon code: AFM
Expires: June 10, 2010
Visit Silhouettes for plus size clothing

Shoes.com is offering 15% off purchase
Coupon code: SUMMER
Expires: June 30, 2010
Shoes.com offers International Shipping

Kiyonna is offering $25 Off Purchases of $150 or more
Coupon Code: CURVES
Expires: May 30, 2010
Visit Kiyonna for plus size career and party wear

Have a wonderful weekend!

ASOS Dresses

I’ve been crazy in love with UK regular and plus size clothing company ASOS for a few months. Now I don’t love everything they have in their Curve line but they do have a lot of pieces I would fake-murder for. I’m also impressed with their incredible shipping rates to Canada so I highly recommend checking them out. The website has a currency conversion site from £ to dollars.

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* Get your own plus size dresses from ASOS

Pre-Memorial Day Sale at Torrid

Torrid is offering free shipping on orders $75 or more from today until May 25. Plus Size Tribal Tank from Torrid

They have lots of cute new arrivals like this Scarlet Caribe Beaded Tank for $38. And be sure to check out their mix and match pieces also on sale until the 25th.

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* Get your own plus size clothing from Torrid

Designer Summer

La Grande Dame is getting ready for a designer summer! Here are some of my favorite plus size designer pieces:

Plus Size Designer Clothing from La Grande Dame

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* Get your own plus size designer pieces from La Grande Dame

Cute Plus Size Tops

I’m a huge proponent of clothing that shows off the curves, now I’m not talking spandex in everything but a pleat and dart put in the right place makes a huge difference. That being said, I’m not totally against baggy clothing. I think there is room in our closets for a mixture of figure hugging and baggy clothing.

MIB is one of those plus size clothing companies that generally has baggy or what I’ve often called boxy clothing. Or at least it seems like they are when you look at them on the website’s models. I have received notice that they are adding a new line to their offerings that will have a more fitted appearance than their traditional line. I think this will open up some customer doors for them as there are many out there who believe that a plus size woman shouldn’t have to hide in her clothes.

Plus Size Tops from MIB

That all out of the way. I found three tops in their new arrivals I quite like. From left to right: the Maren Panel Blouse ($95) is light and airy. I love the asymmetry which is a hot trend this spring/summer. The Angelina Ruffle Blouse ($99) in dolphin is such a hot color and the ruffle placement has a camouflage effect but the small gathers provide enough contour at the waist. Finally, the Citrus Mandarin Blouse ($89) has a delicate pattern, traditional mandarin color, and short loose sleeves for ventilation. The side splits are a nice detail that encourages the wearer to let it fall naturally instead of tucking it in. I would wear this one with a thin black belt.

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* Get your own plus size tops from Making It Big

Promo Friday for Canadian Shoppers

A sale or two to brighten your weekend:

Skin MD Natural is offering 20% off order
Coupon code: PLUSSHE
Expires: June 5, 2010
Visit Skin MD for face and body lotions

Mac Cosmetics is offering free shipping with any purchase
Coupon code: ARTISTS
Expires: May 16, 2010
Visit Mac Cosmetics

Naturalizer is offering 15% off purchases
Coupon code: NATCASUN
Expires: June 30, 2010
Visit Naturalizer for regular and wide width shoes

Have a delightful weekend!

Pleated Dress

I love this Andrea 2 in 1 Dress from SwakDesigns. The title is a bit misleading because there is only one dress. What they are referring to is that it looks like two pieces instead of one — sort of. Doesn’t matter. What I love is the pleats.

Plus Size Grey and White DressPlus Size Grey and Black Dress

This is a great career dress perfect as is or accented with accessories. One day it could be a wide belt and bracelet with pumps, on another it could be a blazer or asymmetrical cardigan with flats, on another it could be a scarf and tights with boots. It’s a simple but versatile dress and those pleats make it look so classy.

This plus size career dress comes in sizes 1x to 6x for $44. I love both colors which are equally versatile.

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* Get your own plus size pleated Andrea dress from SwakDesigns

Shrek Forever After O.P.I

One of my favorite nail polish brands is O.P.I. One of my favorite animated movies… Shrek. Put them both together and you have O.P.I.’s color take on the latest installment in the Shrek animation — Shrek Forever After. He’s a sneak peak if you haven’t seen it yet (best part is near the end):

Back to the nail polish. This year’s Shrek collection consists of six shades.

O.P.I. Nail PolishThe colors in this image from Spa Boutique look a little different strength wise from the ad that initially sparked my interest. My favorites are the Funky Dunkey and Ogre the Top Blue (no surprise on the blue). I also like Cattitued and Rumple. I’m kind of disappointed there is no orange since it is such a wickedly hot color this season and when I think of Fiona I think of her flaming orange hair.

Spa Boutique has the Shrek Forever After O.P.I colors for $12 each. Check your local spa or Shoppers too. I noticed Spa Boutique has “Free Canadian Shipping” with this coupon FREE24 for this week only.

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* O.P.I official website
* Get your own Shrek nail polish at Spa Boutique

Promo Friday

A sale or two to brighten your weekend:

Alexandra Gathered Dress from Kiyonna

Swimsuits for All is offering 40% off Beach Belle
Coupon code: BELLE40
When: May 10th to May 31st
Visit Swimwear for All

Shoes.com is offering Save 15% off shoe order
Coupon code: SUMMER
Expires: June 30, 2010
Shoes.com offers International Shipping

Kiyonna is offering $25 off purchases of $150
Coupon code: Curves
Expires: September 1, 2010
Visit Kiyonna for plus size career clothing

Have a delightful weekend!

Old Navy Does Short Shorts

All plus size women do not like to hide their gams in long pants and capris (don’t get me wrong I love my capris). When it’s hot and humid there is nothing more comfortable than a pair of casual short shorts. Old Navy women’s plus size section has not forgotten that curvy girls like to show off their legs too and have provided a good selection of styles to choose from. All are under $27 and come in sizes 16 to 30.

Plus size short shorts from Old Navy Canada

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* Get your plus size shorts from Old Navy

Plus Size Active Wear

Always For Me has been carrying plus size yoga and aerobic wear by Danskin for a few seasons now. This season they have added a new collection of plus size athletic wear including plus size jerseys, bike shorts, cycling clothing, skorts, capris by Mt. Borah. This collection is recommended for spin classes at the gym, open road adventures, and triathlons. Whatever floats your boat.

My favorite piece would have to be the Mt Borah Mystic Baggy Shorts, shown here as it is supposed to be worn on the left and inside out on the right to show off the baboon butt padding. You get the comfort of a bicycle short with the camouflage of a baggy short plus a little butt padding to take the edge off those narrow exercise seats. These double layered shorts are $81 and come in sizes 1x to 4x.

Plus size Active Shorts by Mt Borahplus size bicycle shorts by mt borah

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* Get your own plus size active wear from Always for Me

Marley Jane Sterling Silver Jewelry

Marley Jane is a handmade jewelery designer who totes her wares on Etsy. She does personal requests so I imagine chubby fingers and necks would not be an issue. I fell in love with a number of pieces but three stood out the most for me — casual pieces that could be worn every day.

Octoplease Me Sterling Silver Octopus Necklace, $34.50

Sterling Silver Octopus

In the Cross Hairs Silver Necklace, $24.50

Sterling Silver Cross Necklace

Black Night Silver Square Ring Adjustable, $24.50

Sterling Silver Ring with Black

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