Minggu, 27 Februari 2011

Christian Siriano for Spiegel

Well Christian Siriano has done it again!  He has managed to bring fabulous high end fashion to the masses with a line that he has done for Spiegel.   This is fabulous news because if anyone else shops from Spiegal like I do, you will know that Spiegel's regular sizes go up to an 18.  If this line is sized in line with Spiegel's general sizing then you can hope that the teen sizes will be generously sized also.  This line is more moderately priced, having prices from $99 to $599.   Regardless of the prices he definitely has some red carpet looks for less.     


(This one is my favorite - I would love the $500 dress)






(I am going to suggest this dress to my mom for her mother of the bride dress - and then maybe she'll give it to me...LOL)







Which one do you want?

Minggu, 20 Februari 2011

Outfit of the Day: A lot of Happy with a touch of Denim

The weather was so nice today I was under the illusion that it is spring already.  There was a cool breeze in the air...I wish I had a kite to fly.  Anyways, I was too excited to throw on my "happy skirt" from JIBRI.   I purchased this skirt about 3 years ago.  I think I paid like $80 for it because it was a sample.  I thought it would be cool to pair it with a denim jacket that I had when I was in undergrad.  I think this jacket is at least 8 years old and it came from Lane Bryant.   I used to buy a lot of denim jackets from LB, they always fit me well and generally were very cute in design.  The jacket probably cost me $40.  I thought the combo of the my happy skirt and the denim would give my outfit the look of "Yes I am happy it has warmed up, but I do know it's February."  The scarf you see was gifted to me from the teachers I used to coordinate.  It was a going away present from Liz Claiborne.  



I wore my new all time favorite t-shirt from Target.  I really want to talk to you about this t-shirt.  I have been meaning to blog on the v-neck t-shirt from Target.  It's a whole $10.   It is probably the best plus size casual t shirt I have ever purchased.



I have a horrible time finding jeans and t-shirts.   T-shirts for plus size have a number of things that can go wrong.  They can be too short, have too much stretch (and roll up), the sleeves can be too long....the list just goes on and freakin' on.  Target, for the low price of $10, has solved all my (and maybe your) t-shirt woes.  The shirt is 100% cotton and has not spandex.  I have large hips and when a t-shirt has spandex in it tends to roll up on me.  The top is long enough to flatter my body type and the sleeves are capped giving it that girly flair.   It is super comfortable , but can easily go from day to night with a blazer or a tucked into a high waist skirt.    


I have this t-shirt in black, white, and gray and I must say it is the best $10 I have spent.  I am sorry for going on and on about my t-shirt, but if you have t-shirt woes this tee will probably work for you.  It is one of Target's best kept secrets in my opinion.  (Please excuse the lumps under my t-shirt --- I have on a few layers, but I wanted to give you a full length pic of the top.)


Lastly, I wore these denim flats with zipper detail.  These are a Target special also.   They cost me $25.  I thought these were super cute.

In this post I brought out a few pieces that I have had for some years.  Tell me about your favorite classic pieces and how long they have lasted you.


Minggu, 06 Februari 2011

Things I Heart! Happy Valentine's Day

With Valentine's Day coming up I wanted to share some of my favorite things (I guess like Oprah does..lol).  Some of the things I have blogged on...some I haven't, but just the same I wanted to share.  As you can see, I really buy a lot of things that are pink and super girly.   And since Valentine's is themed in pink and red and is on February 14th...well you see where I am going with this.  Anyways, I did also want to point out some of my favorites of the favorites.  I love love love the EO Chocolate and Mint lotion --- it really is a piece of heaven.  I also use the shampoo products.  You will not be able to resist the smell and the minty feel.  I think everyone knows I love my MAC lipstick.  I also really love Cacique's Hipster panties.  They fit great and don't ride up.  I honestly love all the products I listed.  



  1. EO Chocolate & Mint Lotion - $5
  2. MAC Saint Germain Lipstick - $14.50
  3. London & Paris Coffee Cups - $3.99 at TJMaxx
  4. Mulberry for Target Pink Leopard Bag - $65
  5. Patricia Field Bordello Hot Pink Glitter Platform - $88 (They go up to a size 12 ladies)
  6. Mary GreenSleep Mask Breakfast at Tiffany's  - $36
  7. The Curvy Girl's Guide to Style - $12 (ok, I know it's a shameless plug, but I love my book and it matches the color scheme)
  8. Cacique Polka Dot Microfiber Hipster - $15
  9. Cacique Silky Heart Print Charm Wrap - $45
  10. The JESSIE Vintage Inspired PINK CUPCAKES Full Apron - $29
  11. Evans Pink Wellies - $32 
  12. Travel Wallet - $50
  13. Padfolio - Gifted (but I am sure you can Google one)
  14. Chanel Pink Explosion Blush - $45
I hope you enjoyed my list.  Share with me some of your favorite things, so I can try them.