Thank you for another wonderful year. I hope 2012 brings all the better things to your life and those you love.
Archives for December 2011
Karen Kane Tops
December 30, 2011 By Leave a Comment
Lola and Gigi have a few new Karen Kane tops in their new arrivals and I love them all. I am a huge fan of irregular hem tops. I have a few in my closet and have actually decided to stop adding more — no need to over do it. The mesh top is so sweet, but do not be fooled, that cami underneath is an extra $25 (Swak Essential Cami) also from Lola and Gigi.
- Karen Kane Leopard Mesh Top, $89
- Karen Kane Knit Tunic Top, $105
- Karen Kane Print Knit Tunic Top, $125
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* Update: Lola & Gigi has closed but you can find Karen Kane tops on their official website.
Five Resolutions for New Year
December 27, 2011 By Leave a Comment
I am not big on resolutions to lose weight or what other bad habits we want to do less of but I do like to give myself a few goals — unfortunately the tend to be the same as last year — they can always be improved upon: 
Personal Resolutions
- Drink more water.
- Increase activities.
- Practice patience.
- Whine / complain less.
- Read more books.
Fashion Related Resolutions
- Clean out closet in January and August.
- Do not spend more than I can accommodate.
- For every item that comes in one must go out.
- Focus more about do’s than don’ts.
- Add more shoes to wardrobe (I am being totally serious, I don’t have enough shoes).
These are brief for sharing purposes, real goals should be more specific and include any required amounts and time frames.
What are a few of your personal and fashion related resolutions for coming year?
Weekend Plus Size Sales
December 24, 2011 By Leave a Comment
Underwire T-shirt Bra, $29.99 from Penningtons
Just in case you have a few minutes to shop this weekend, here are a few sales to tickle your fancy (don’t forget to enter this month’s giveaway!:
Torrid is offering 25% Off Clearance
Coupon code: NA
Expires: December 24, 2011
Visit Torrid for plus size clothing
Igigi is offering 20% off all unforgetable dresses
Coupon code: GLAMXMAS
Expires: December 31, 2011
Visit Igigi for plus size cocktail dresses
Hips & Curves is offering $30 off $75
Coupon code: Treat30
Expires: limited
Visit Hips & Curves for plus size lingerie/a>
Evans is offering up to 50% off plus an extra 10% off with this coupon (min $50)
Coupon code: SHOP10
Expires: December 31, 2011
Visit Evans for plus size clothing
Have a lovely weekend!
Coconut Bead Necklaces Part Deux
December 21, 2011 By 1 Comment
Over at plusshe.com earlier this week I talked about three necklaces I bought on eBay from the shop “wholesalebeads2009”. The beads are made from coconut shells and they transform them into many shapes and sizes. Yesterday two more necklaces I ordered arrived. They are longer than the ones I received earlier and a little more expensive. The brown one is $8.88 and the red one was $7.88; again the shipping was free.
I love the vibrant colors, affordable price and free shipping. The necklaces have a lovely sound to them when the beads hit one another. Most of the coconut necklaces are metal free but as you can see the red one has the half circle beads joined with metal hoops but there are no metal clasps. These two, because of their length, actually just slip comfortably over my head.
Both of these necklaces arrived together but individually wrapped in bubble plastic. They also sent along this cute bracelet, again no metal. Mustard yellow is not a top color choice of mine but I think it is cute and I will go outside my usual comfort color zone to wear it.
As I said over at plusshe.com this is now my new favorite necklace shop on eBay and I highly recommend checking them out as they have a HUGE selection to choose from, making it easy to add some splashes of color and contrast. Bare in mind that they are shipping from China and it may take 3 to 4 weeks for parcels to arrive.
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* Get your coconut bead necklaces from eBay
Top Five Choices for Last Minute Shopping
December 20, 2011 By Leave a Comment
I love gift certificates. I absolutely love to receive them because they are the only time where I can truly experience guilt free shopping. Who doesn’t love guilt free shopping? If you haven’t found a gift for the plus size women in your life then please do consider gift cards or online e-certificates which can be sent directly to their email. Here are my top five favorite online shops for gift certificates: 
When choosing an online store be sure to take a look at the product line to see if it fits the personality of the person you are shopping for. Consider the price point — how much does it cost to buy a top or a complete outfit. Don’t give a gift certificate for $30 if it costs $40 for a top. Don’t forget about the $10 to $15 for shipping costs (lots of shops have free shipping this time of year but they may not).
Weekend Plus Size Sales
December 16, 2011 By Leave a Comment
Here are a few sales to brighten your weekend. If shopping for Christmas be sure to check each stores shipping times for Canada (AND don’t forget to enter this months giveaway!):
Torrid is offering 25% Off Everything, Including Clearance
Coupon code: NA
Expires: December 18, 2011
Visit Torrid for plus size clothing
Evans USA is offering 10% off when you spend $50 (they also have 50% off sweaters right now)
Coupon code: SHOP10
Expires: December 31, 2011
Visit Evans USA for plus size fashions
ASOS is offering 20% off everything
Coupon code: SHOP20
Expires: December 17, 2011
Visit ASOS Curve for plus size fashions
Shop Translated is offering 30% off with no minimum purchase
Coupon code: HappyHolidays
Expires: December 25, 2011
Visit Shop Translated for plus size clothing
Designer Shoes is offering 25% off Annie Brand Shoes (discount shows up in cart)
Coupon code: NA
Expires: December 25, 2011
Visit Designer Shoes for plus size shoes
Living XL is offering $10 off a purchase of $75
Coupon code: LUVLXL
Expires: December 31, 2011
Visit Living XL for unique products for life.
Have a delightful weekend!
OOTD with Lana
December 15, 2011 By Leave a Comment
It has been a wet December here and we have not had to dress for winter yet with warmer than usual weather. I am sure we will be paying for it next month! Lana and I met for our scheduled monthly lunch date — this time the Waring House in Picton. Here is a run down on what she wore:
Outfit breakdown:
Jacket – Winners
Skirt – Touch of Class
Boots – Naturalizer
Gloves – BonTon
Handbag – Coach Outlet
Sunglasses – Ray Bans
Jewelry – Touch of Class
The restaurant was really pretty. There was formal or pub dining to choose from. The menu was the same so we chose the fine dining because it was brighter. Here is a view after the lunch crowd left:
And I had a great view from my seat of the garden. The day started off brighter.:
We worked off our calories by doing a little shopping in Bloomfield. This is my favorite shop (lots of sparkly stuff):
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* All Boot On Sale at Naturalizer.ca! Prices as marked.
* Touch of Class online showroom
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.
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.
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* Get your plus size Dahlia Dress from SwakDesigns
* Get your plus size shrugs from Yours Clothing
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.
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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* Get your holiday clothing from Penningtons
* Get your holiday shoes from Zappos
* The Holidays with Addition-Elle
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