Archives for July 2011

Weekend Sales

July 30, 2011 By Leave a Comment

A few sales to keep you cool:

It Figures Swimsuit, $59 from Always for Me

Monif C is offering up to 40% off
Coupon code: NA
Expires: while quantities last
Visit Monif C for plus size designer clothing

Eliza Parker is offering 25% off everything
Coupon code: ice25
Expires: July 31, 2011
Visit Eliza Parker for plus size designer clothing

Big Gals Lingerie is offering Buy 2 at regular get 3 at 50% off
Coupon code: NA
Expires: August 1, 2011
Visit Big Gals Lingerie for plus size lingerie

Always for Me is offering up to 30% off It Figures swimwear
Coupon code: NA
Expires: NA
Visit Always for Me for plus size swimwear

Big Gals Lingerie is offering Buy 2 at regular get 3 at 50% off
Coupon code: NA
Expires: August 1, 2011
Visit Big Gals Lingerie for plus size lingerie

Have a beautiful weekend!

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Plus Size Clothing Options

July 25, 2011 By Leave a Comment

plus size teal top from IGIGIOver the last fifteen years our options for plus size clothing have improved greatly. Our clothing section is no longer relegated to a 8′ x 10′ section in the back corner of the store. And in many cases we have our own stores.

Today we have more styles and designers who focus on accentuating our curves instead of hiding them in boxy masculine cuts. Even the types of fabrics available to us have increased. While polyester is still around, it has evolved.

Plus size clothing options are better today but still need improvement. What would you change?

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Lola & Gigi Summer Sale

July 23, 2011 By Leave a Comment

It is a perfect time to shop at Lola & Gigi if you have been hemming and hawing about the “price” of designer fashions by Monif C, Melissa Masse and Anna Scholz. There is a select group of fashions that are now up to 50% off. And you can get them all at one place!

The Anna Scholz Crepe de Chine Kaftan is a lovely change to the traditionally horizontal stripes with multiple bold colors and a bit of wave. I also like the side splits which make longer tunic tops feel less constricting and breaks up pattern. It is currently 40% off at $234.99.

plus size silk tunic from Anna Scholz

The Melissa Masse Josephine Dress is sexy short without being overtly exposed on top. The slightly puffed shoulders and surplice breast are subtle details that give a lovely shape. If you have the legs it is a great show piece for highlighting them. Or if you prefer, some stunning leggings from We Love Colors. This little dark dress is 50% off at $124.99.

plus size black dress from Melissa Masse

The Monif C Marilyn Convertible Dress is probably the best investments that any woman can make. It is a short dress — actually it is over ten short dresses, it also works as a great convertible top with leggings or jeans if hiked up under breasts instead of at waist, then wrapped. It is currently 30% off and because it is a one size fits 8 to 24 you do not have to be disappointed about your size being sold out like some of the other items.

plus size convertible dress from Monif C

These are just three of my favorite sale items at Lola & Gigi (there are many more). These plus size designer styles are going fast (as I was writing this post one item completely disappeared)!

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* Update: Lola & Gigi are closed but you can get similar items at Sonsi
*Get plus size tights and leggings from We Love Colors

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Batik Summer

July 11, 2011 By 2 Comments

I always seem to forget about this little shop of Batik inspired clothing. They do not offer a huge selection but if you are big on Batik then you are sure to find a top or dress at Big On Batik. And they are just so perfect for summer! Big On Batik has a small selection of pieces that go up to 6x (a few 7x). They will ship to Canada for $16 USPS airmail.

There are currently three dresses that fall into my fave category:

The Strapless Smock Top ($35) that can also triple for a short dress or swimsuit cover. The hibiscus pattern comes in three other colors.

Batik Strapless Top from Big on Batik

The Smockerchief Top ($45) looks great with the capris shown here but is definitely long enough for a sexy sundress. If you do not like this pattern there is one other to choose from as well as solid black.

plus size smockerchief dress from Big on Batik

The Acapulco Sundress ($65) has adjustable straps and comes in five different hibiscus colors and two scene prints including this awesome green beach scene shown here.

plus size green scene sundress from Big on Batik

On a side note, Satu, the owner of Big on Batik is also a photographer. She takes the images for Big On Batik and has been producing the Plush Cat Calender for several years. I had the opportunity to interview her for the Large and Lovely site at BellaOnline a few years ago.

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Vintage Polka Dot Dress

July 7, 2011 By Leave a Comment

I am more inclined to say “retro” than “vintage” but Igigi has come out with an amazing new halter Polka Dot Dress. Very pretty. It comes with a thinly striped sash that is removable which is a totally bonus in my book — I hate dresses that come with a belt you cannot remove. This makes this dress perfect for accessorizing with other belts in your closet. Specifically I am thinking a bright red belt, red shoes or a white belt, white shoe, or even without the belt and a lacy short sleeve cardigan and flats.

plus size vintage polka dot dress from Igigi

I have a few Igigi dresses and they are very well made. They don’t stinge on the fabric, have excellent stitching and are usually well lined. The shipping to Canada is a bit pricey but worth the quality. A few Canadian boutiques carry Igigi but may not have this style yet.

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* Get your plus size Vintage Polka Dot Dress from Igigi

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Weekend Sales

July 1, 2011 By Leave a Comment

A few sales for your already busy weekend:

plus size blazer from Igigi

Exceptionnelle Jacket from Igigi

Igigi is offering $25 off $100, $75 off $250, or $150 off $450
Coupon code: NA
Expires: July 5th at noon, 2011
Visit Igigi for plus size designer dresses

Anna Scholz is offering 60% off select styles
Coupon code: NA
Expires: July 4, 2011
Visit Anna Scholz for plus size designer clothing

Making It Big is offering free shipping on orders of $99
Coupon code: Happy4
Expires: July 4, 2011
Visit Making It Big for plus size/super size clothing

Swimsuits for All is offering 25% off Sitewide for July 4th
Coupon code: OFF25
Expires: July 4, 2011
Visit Threadless for plus size novelty tees (2x mostly, limited 3x)

Have a wonderful weekend!

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Happy Canada Day!

July 1, 2011 By Leave a Comment

Hope you have a lovely weekend celebrating our beautiful country!

Happy Canada Day

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