Weekend Edition: One More Time

Happy Monday everybody!

Lately I’ve been feeling that the blog was becoming one note with all of my work outfits so I decided include more of my casual outfits because I do have a life outside of work (I swear I do! lol). On Saturday I had plans to run errands and go to a street festival. Instead of wearing my usual t-shirt and jeans combo I paired my trusty Old Navy maxi skirt, striped H&M top and denim jacket together. I was going to wear red flats but chose my polka dot Keds because I knew they would be more kind to my flat feet (yup, I have flat feet). I finished off my outfit with my new Coach crossbody for a pop of color. I was very pleased with myself and I loved my outfit so much that I wore it again Sunday! See I do recycle!

Have a wonderful day!

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My love for polka dots knows no bounds!

Jacket: Old Navy (got it for 20% off in store)

Skirt: Old Navy

Shirt: H&M

Sneakers: Keds

Purse: Coach

26Apr2013

Casual Friday/Mixing It Up With Madison Plus

by grownandcurvywoman

TGIF everyone!

As many of you ladies know, the majority of plus size clothing is online. It’s a shame that we can’t walk into our local shopping center/ mall and buy clothes. I can personally attest to how frustrating and time consuming it can be to search online for clothing when you don’t even know where to begin. Fortunately sites such as Madison Plus and Sonsi have come to the rescue to ease our frustration. They are essentially online “malls” that house a variety of plus size labels such as Kiyonna, MonifC and Mynt1792 in one place. Along with access to their large selections, their user friendly sites allow easy navigation that reduces time spent searching of an item. I found Madison Plus and Sonsi’s prices to be comparable to other online retailers and standard shipping costs are kept to a minimum. The skirt I’m wearing in this post is from Madison Plus and it was delivered less than 5 days after ordering it. Madison Plus and Sonsi have mailing lists where you can sign up to be notified of any sales or special promotions via email.

So the next time you’re shopping online, head over to Madison Plus and Sonsi and give them a try!

Have a wonderful weekend!

Disclaimer: This post is not sponsored by Madison Plus or Sonsi. The opinions expressed above are completely my own.

Skirt: Kristen Miles (via Madison Plus here)

Shirt: Ann Taylor Loft Outlet (last Summer)

Shoes: Aldo (last Summer)

22Mar2013

Spring Trends Part III: Leather

by grownandcurvywoman

TGIF everyone!

For week three of the Spring Trend challenge we are tackling leather. Yeah, I know what you’re thinking, “Leather for Spring?!” but since Winter is still hanging on, wearing it doesn’t seem so crazy. I don’t own real leather pieces like a jacket or skirt so I had to make do with my faux leather peplum shirt. Honestly I don’t feel very Spring like in this outfit. I tried to incorporate it into a Spring outfit but it just didn’t work. So instead of driving myself crazy I decided to recycle the outfit I wore in this post. The only change I made was switching out the ankle pant for a full length trouser.

Although this trend didn’t work for me, don’t be discouraged to try it. You never know, it might just work for you!

Have a great weekend!

Peplum shirt: Forever 21 (sold out)

Blouse: Old Navy

Pants: Calvin Klein

Necklace: Macys

Bracelet: NY & Co.

15Mar2013

Spring Trends Part II: Florals

by grownandcurvywoman

This week we are taking on the floral trend which in my opinion will always be around. I’m kind of a newbie when it comes to wearing florals because for so many years I hated it. Growing up all saw offered to plus size women were ugly, garish floral print clothes . I was completely turned off by florals until I came upon this awesome Simply Be maxi dress (worn as a skirt for my post today!) a year ago . This dress has single-handedly changed my perception of floral print forever. I learned that I could wear a beautiful vibrant print without feeling like a huge flower.

Would you dare to wear florals? If so, how would you wear it?

Please check out these other fab bloggers and their take on florals!

Girls of Plenty

Real Girl Runway

Heart, Print and Style

CurvyCEO

Society of Curves

Have a wonderful weekend!

Dress: Simply Be

Shirt: Old Navy

Belt: dont remember! tee hee

Necklace: Nordstrom Rack

13Mar2013

Spring Transitions

by grownandcurvywoman

Happy Hump Day all!

This time of year is always tricky for me with DST and the transition of Winter into Spring. Lemme tell ya, DST has been kicking my butt! The time change has thrown off my sleep schedule so much I’ve been dragging myself out the bed in the morning. Last night I was finally able to get a full night of sleep so I hope this is a sign my body has adjusted to the time change. We’ll see!

Now that Spring is a mere week away I so badly want to ditch my down coat and multiple layers but the lingering cold weather won’t allow it. So until the weather warms, my Winter clothes will be sticking around. My outfit today is a combination of both seasons . Representing Winter we have my opaque tights, suede flats and spotted long sleeve cardigan. In the Spring corner we have my yellow pencil skirt, floral necklace and pink belt. The outfit works because I get to feel “Springy” while keeping warm against the late Winter chill.

How do you adjust to Spring transitions?

Have a wonderful day!

Skirt: Eloquii

Cardigan: Old Navy

Necklace: Forever 21

Belt: Target

Flats: Truth or Dare by Madonna (via Macys)

6Mar2013

5 Things I’m Loving Right Now

by grownandcurvywoman

Happy Hump Day all!

1. Eshakti Dresses

Eshakti by bxphlgal featuring retro inspired dresses

I’m going to need a second job to afford my love for Eshakti’s fab dresses! The best thing about Eshakti is that ALL of their clothing (skirts, shirts, dresses and jackets) go up to a size 36! Plus they can customize any dress to fit your measurements. How great is that?!

I didnt think any game could surpass my love for “Words With Friends” but “Ruzzle” has! My nickname is “bxphlgal” if you wanna play!

3. “Justified”:

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One of the BEST dramas on television right now (next to Scandal of course!). The series is about US Deputy Marshall Raylan Givens trying to enforce the law and old demons in Kentucky. Superb acting, complex characters and explosive storylines are the highlight of this show. I highly recommend checking this gem out on Tuesday nights at 10pm on FX.

4. Museums: I love museums but I don’t get to visit them as much as Id like, so this Spring Im going to make up for lost time. I have trips planned to the Barnes Foundation (here in Philly), the Guggenheim, the Museum of Sex (yes its a real museum! lol) and the Studio Museum of Harlem.

5. Fun, flirty necklaces:

necklaces by bxphlgal featuring spring street jewelry

What are you currently loving right now?

Have a great day!

16Feb2013

Spring Trends

by grownandcurvywoman

TGIF everyone!

11Feb2013

Gotta Have it for Spring

by grownandcurvywoman

Happy Monday all!

Since I’ve been home recuperating from gallbladder surgery (I’ll be back to work on Thursday), I have been scouring the web for Spring must haves. I picked the items below because I know I’ll get a lot of use throughout the Spring and Summer. I haven’t had a good Spring trench coat in years so that was high on my list. The maxi dress and ankle pants can be worn with blazers and colorful cardigans as the weather warms. The chevron skirt can’t be worn now with opaque tights and my faux leather jacket. As for the flats, who can resist a pair of yellow ones?! I often use yellow as a neutral in many of my outfits so they will get a lot of wear. I’ve been wanting sliver heels because they are a great substitute for white shoes (which don’t look so good on me! LOL).

What are some of your Spring must haves?

Have a great day!

Spring Must Haves by bxphlgal featuring high heel shoes

1. Avenue Polka Dot Maxi Dress
2. JCrew Valentina mirror heels
3. Prabal Gurung for Target Flats in Amazing Yellow
4. Talbot Curvy Fit Super Crop Pant
5. Ralph Lauren Polka Dot Ankle Pants
6. Simply Be Peplum Trench Coat
7. Lane Bryant Chevron Pencil Skirt

12Jan2013

Casual Friday/Latest Inspiration

by grownandcurvywoman

TGIF everybody!

I’m always inspired by the fabulous plus size bloggers I follow. Their blogs encourage me to pair items I would never thought to wear together. My outfit today is inspired by Tanesha of Girl With Curves post Layer Trick . After I saw her post, I had to try layering a blouse underneath my sleeveless peplum shirt! To achieve this look, I put my faux leather peplum shirt and my 3/4 sleeve polka dot blouse together. The blouse was thin enough to fit comfortably underneath the shirt without adding bulk. I didn’t want to wear all black so I opted for my fuchsia slim ankle pants for a pop of color (it wasn’t that cold today so my ankles didn’t freeze!). I really liked how the blouse and peplum shirt looked together. I will definitely wear this combo again. Thanks Tanesha for the inspiration!

What clothes have you been inspired to wear?

Have a wonderful evening!

Peplum shirt: Forever 21 (appears to be sold out online)

Blouse: Old Navy

Pants: Eloquii

Wedges: BCBGeneration

Necklace: Macys

29Dec2012

Casual Friday/Fighting Old Man Winter

by grownandcurvywoman

TGIF all!

Without realizing it, I’m wearing the winterized version of this outfit I wore back in August. Winter is my least favorite season so I can get a little gloomy while impatiently waiting for the Spring to come. This year I plan to continue to wear bright colors and cheery outfits such as this one to keep the “winter blues” away. I think this Gap blazer I ordered today should help out immensely!