Archives for April 2011

Jessica Biffi Lands Shopping Channel

April 29, 2011 By Leave a Comment

If you fell in love with Jessica Biffi’s designs on Project Runway Canada or for the two seasons she designed for Addition-Elle but have been wondering where she disappeared to, mark your calenders for May 17. Jessica Biffi, Fashion and Jewelry Designer

Jessica will be appearing on The Shopping Channel with a whole new line called MizBiffi by Jessica Biffi and it will still be plus size focused.

The Shopping Channel is a great place to find plus size clothing deals if you know about them ahead of time. Unfortunately it means exclusivity — they will only be available on the shopping channel. But on the upside again, you can order online. Just don’t miss the date as I imagine the fashions will sell out quickly.

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Topic Links
* Jessica Biffi’s Twitter
* The Shopping Channel

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What Is a Maxi Dress

April 28, 2011 By 2 Comments

Today I received Addition-Elle’s latest lookbook and it was filled with some cute dresses many of which are not on the website yet or else I would be talking in more detail about them. Instead today I am talking about “maxi dresses”.

Not surprisingly there were many long dresses — or what Addition-Elle (and many other clothing companies) are mislabeling as “maxi” dresses. Maxi dresses were a super hot trend last year and it is expected to continue throughout this year. Most women will have more than one in their closet for summer or will be patiently shopping for a few favorites. Here is a quick eye guide to what is and isn’t a maxi dress.

If you visit Addition-Elle’s online shop you will see that all three of these dresses are labeled as “maxi” dresses. The first dress is NOT a maxi dress. It is just an awkward length dress at least on this model. Perhaps on a petite woman it could be a maxi. The second is close but still is not a true maxi dress. The third one is a maxi dress! But an inch or two longer wouldn’t hurt.

Plus Size Print Dress from Addition-EllePlus Size Print Halter Dress from Addition-EllePlus Size Maxi Dress from Addition-Elle

What makes a maxi dress “maxi”? If you have not figured it out yet, it is all in the length. The longer the better. If you can see skin above your ankles then it is NOT a maxi dress. If you can see your ankles then it isn’t a maxi dress. If you can just see the tops of your feet then you can get away with calling it a maxi dress. But a true maxi dress hits the top of your feet or lower. I hope this clears things up.

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Topic Links
* Get your cute plus size dresses from Addition-Elle

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Ladies Night at Marks

April 28, 2011 By Leave a Comment

On Thursday May 5th from 5pm to 11pm Mark’s Work Warehouse is having a ladies night. They are offering 20% off everything store wide. If you haven’t considered Mark’s for plus size clothing it might be a good time. They have more than industrial and health wear. Most stores carry up to 2x — call ahead if you like.

plus size clothing from Marks

Mark’s does not offer online shopping at this time but you can see some of their styles and find the store nearest you.

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Topic Links
* Visit Mark’s official website for store locater

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Plus Size Lingerie Sale

April 26, 2011 By Leave a Comment

My favorite place to get sexy lingerie is Hips and Curves so I thought I had better tell you about this week’s sale so they can become your new favorite too. plus size lingerie

Hips and Curves is having a “friends and family” sale. Here are the deets: $10 off $100, $20 off $150, $30 off $200. This sale will run from April 25 to April 29. You need to use the correct coupon code for the amount you spend:

  • For $10 off of orders of $100 or more, use coupon code: 10off100friends11
  • For $20 off of orders of $150 or more, use coupon code: 20off150friends11
  • For $30 off of orders of $200 or more, use coupon code: 30off200friends11

One of my favorites is the Pin-Stripe Baby Doll for $33. You’ll find lots of sexy lingerie, a few bras, lots of corsets, and few fun items.

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Topic Links
* Get your own plus size lingerie at Hips & Curves

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Weekend Sales

April 23, 2011 By Leave a Comment

A sale or two for when you have a break this weekend (Only a few days left to enter this month’s giveaway!):

plus size maxi dress

Floral Lurex Chiffon Maxi Dress, $78 from Torrid

Sydney’s Closet is offering $20 off every prom dress over $200
Coupon code: prom2011
Expires: July 1, 2011
Visit Sydney’s Closet for plus size wedding dresses

Shop Translated is offering 25% all orders $75 or more
Coupon code: Aprilinlove
Expires: April 30, 2011
Visit Shop Translated for plus size clothing

Ulla Popken is offering $30 Off $150 Orders
Coupon code: SPR116
Expires: May 30, 2011
Visit Ulla Popken for plus size clothing

Silhouettes is offering 20% OFF $100 or more OR 25% OFF $150 or more
Coupon code: SLAFMC
Expires: May 10, 2011
Visit Silhouettes for plus size clothing

Costume Craze is offering 50-90% OFF Storewide (not 2011 stock)
Coupon code: NA
Expires: while quantities last
Visit Costume Craze for plus size costumes

Evans is offering 20% off occasion wear
Coupon code: NA
Expires: NA
Visit Evans for plus size clothing

Have a delightful weekend!

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Old Gringo Cowboy Boots

April 20, 2011 By Leave a Comment

I’ve always wanted cowboy boots. I have always thought I wanted red cowboy boots. Yes, red. Don’t ask me why I don’t know. I probably saw them in a movie when I was a kid. But after seeing these Old Gringo Bonnie Cowboy Boots at Fairen Del — I want these boots. I’ll never get these boots but I want them. They are $539. If I could afford these boots I would eat, dance, and sleep in them! They do come in red but funnily I don’t love them as much as the brass ones. And of course, if you are tempted, they ship to Canada.

Old Gringo Boots from Fairen Del

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Topic Links
* Get your own Gringo Boots from Fairen Del

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Laura Plus Top Sale

April 11, 2011 By Leave a Comment

If you have a Laura Plus in your area you’ll be pleasantly surprised that they have a buy one get the second 50% off on tops which ends May 1. plus size clothing from Laura Plus

Now if we could get them to open a shop on their website, then the rest of us could play too!

If you are of the Prom going age they do have an online giveaway for $2800 for you and three of your friends.

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Topic Links
* Visit the Laura Plus website to use the store locator
* Laura Prom Prize Pack Contest

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Floral Print Handbags

April 7, 2011 By Leave a Comment

Floral print dresses are going to be everywhere but what if you are not into full body prints? If you love floral in smaller doses then there is the option of going with floral print hand bags. Like the Brighten Bloomsberry Soft Shoulder from Zappos for $200. I know, subtle print right? I love the splash of purple mixed with pink and black.

Brighton Bloomsberry Flower Print Handbag from Zappos

But you can’t appreciate this bag until you see the video which shows off the little side pockets. Perfect for the iPod Touch on one side and for the husband’s phone on the other. And most importantly, the inside is a lovely shade of purple and has a divider pocket to keep the essentials from getting lost in the bag’s depth. I’d ditch the flower key chain though.

[flv]http://www.zappos.com/media/video/7/6/6/7666250.flv[/flv]

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Topic Links
* Get your own floral print bag from Zappos

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Tabi is Closing Its Doors

April 5, 2011 By 2 Comments

I just got a message today that Tabi is closing all stores! This is how you treat costumers when you are going out of business — you let them know so they can prepare. Currently they are having a 20-40% off sale and all sales are final. floral top from Tabi

I imagine as it gets closer to d-day that the discount will increase but the downside is the selection will decrease. So if there are certain pieces you love, stock up on them now because you won’t be able to find them for much longer.

While I don’t shop at Tabi for myself I’m saddened to see another Canadian clothing company clothes it’s doors. But at least they are doing it with style and above board, unlike what Cotton Ginny appears to be doing.

* Update, April 8: They are now offering 30 – 50% off original price.

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Topic Links
* Read more about Tabi closing all 76 stores at Canada Newswire

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Plus Size Swimsuits with Pizzazz

April 1, 2011 By Leave a Comment

Monif C released this years swimsuits a few weeks ago and of course they are totally glamorous. Perfect for pool side or cruise side. Here’s is Monif’s latest video discussing this year’s swimsuits as well as a peek of the Monaco on a plus body:

My absolute favorites are the the Monaco Ruched in yellow ($130), Catalina Draped in teal ($148), and the Capri Two-piece in zebra ($160 – and sold out). All swimsuits come in size 14 to 24 but there are many sizes sold out or soon to be sold out so don’t wait for hot weather if you love one.

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Topic Links
* Get your own plus size swimwear from Monif C

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