Just because you are plus size does not mean you cannot wear a sweater dress. It is just a matter of finding the right dress for you. I am not going to tell you how to look slimmer in a sweater dress, I do not swing that way. But I will tell you the best looks come from how you wear them. In my … [Read more...]
Tall Boot Troubles
December 31, 2012
One of main troubles for tall boots is that after a while they tend to lean -- the thinner the material the quicker this may happen -- sometimes right out of the box. The fold can cause creases in the leather that can be permanent, and we cannot forget the extra floor space they take when they are … [Read more...]
Bio-Oil Review
December 26, 2012
Bio-Oil has been around for the last ten years. You would think after all this time more people would know about it but it is one of the cosmetic industries best kept secrets. If you are one of the many who have not heard of this specialty oil please read on. This mildly scented oil has been … [Read more...]
For the Love of Stocking Stuffers
December 20, 2012
The stocking stuffers I want and the stocking stuffers I end up with are usually completely different things. Some times I think "Santa" forgets that I am a "girl". Ten Stocking Stuffers that Have Happy Written All Over Them In no particular order here are stuffers that make me especially happy. … [Read more...]
Fashion Friday: The Work Wear Collection by Igigi
December 14, 2012
When I think of Igigi the first thing that comes to mind is their incredible cocktail and evening dresses but they have really grown beyond that with an impressive line of career dresses and separates in their Work Wear Collection. If you are not familiar with Igigi or have not visited them in some … [Read more...]
Plus Size and Print Pants
December 5, 2012
Print bottoms are continuing to be a popular trend through the winter. Plus size women will not be left out in the cold on this trend because many of our favorite plus size clothing shops have supplied us with their own interpretation of the trend. There seems to be either strong feelings for or … [Read more...]
Plus Size Coats
November 28, 2012
It is that time of the year again. The sweaters are unpacked, the boots are dusted off and the winter coat is... bleh, looking pretty dingy. Plus size coat shopping is actually easier than ever before but unfortunately it is a pretty short season, usually over before the real cold weather gets here. … [Read more...]
Plus Size on the Rise
October 4, 2012
The internet has truly opened up many doors for plus size shopping allowing companies to extend their reach and increase their customer base. It has also allowed people like us to shop in stores that were totally inaccessible to us. The biggest competitors are stores, like Lane Bryant, Torrid, … [Read more...]
Land’s End Serves Up Brittany Gibbons
October 4, 2012
On Wednesday I was able to participate in an informal online chat on the Lands' End Facebook page. Their special guest was brand spokes-model Brittany Gibbons who was there to answer fashion questions (along with the aide of CeeCee). It was a busy two-hour chat with over 200 comments. If you are … [Read more...]
