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Grown and Curvy Woman
Where Style Has No Age Or Size

DIY Patch Denim Jacket

TGIF all!

While scrolling through Pinterest last week I  came across this pin and immediately fell in love with this patched denim jacket. Adding patches to your denim jacket is a cool way to update a closet staple.   Plus it’s a quick and super easy and DIY project that anyone can do.   So I went and got a bunch of fun iron on patches (I can’t sew to save my life!), grabbed an old denim jacket, fired up my iron and started adding patches.

Here’s the  finished result:

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The whole process took less than 10 minutes.  I was surprised how much fun I had creating my jacket.  I definitely plan to add more patches to my jacket (I have a Darth Vader patch on the way!).  Now I’m obsessed with patches and want to put them on every piece of denim I own! LOL

Have a wonderful weekend and HAPPY LABOR DAY!!!

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Jacket: Old Navy (here)
Skirt: Modcloth (here)
Shirt: LOFT (old)
Shoes: ASOS (old)
Patches: Cherry, NYC & Circle (Express/here); Star, Lipstick & “Love” (Nordstrom/here); sparkle pins, Effiel Tower & heart (Lord & Taylor/here), Glasses, world, palm tree, fireworks & bag (Esty/here); “Kiss My Patch” & bolt (bought in NYC)

 

 

Spring Fling With People Style Watch & Tanger Outlets

Happy Hump Day all!

Last weekend my blogger boo  Style Over Size invited me to a People Style Watch magazine shopping event at Tanger Outlet in Deer Park, NY.  When she initially invited me I was a little hesitant because of the lack of plus size options at the outlet (there was only a Torrid and Lane Bryant).  When I went over to Tanger’s website, I saw that they had plus friendly stores such as Old Navy, Loft and Gap so I felt a bit better because I always have success shopping at these stores.  While I was grateful for the opportunity, it highlighted the shopping struggles PS women face daily.  I look forward to the day when I’ll be able to walk into stores and buy clothes without difficulty.

Beyond that issue, I had such a great time with my blogger boo and the folks at People Style Watch.  I’ve been subscribing to the magazine for the past 3 years so I was really geeked to be apart of such an event.  They gave us a $250 Tanger Outlet gift card to purchase an outfit which we had to style to enter into their contest with Tanger.  The winning look would win a $5,000 gift card to Tanger (whoa!).  Unfortunately my look  didn’t win (wah!!!) but I did get to meet one of my favorite bloggers, Courtney from Color Me Courtney! She and her boyfriend were super sweet and completely approachable.  I did fan girl a little when I saw her because I absolutely LOVE her blog and Instagram account.  Seeing  how serious she takes her content has helped me to step up my efforts on the blog and my various social media accounts.

Have a wonderful day!

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Trench Coat: London Fog (here)
Shirt: H&M (old)
Pants: Old Navy (sold out, similar here)
Sneakers: Converse (here)
Bag: Nordstrom (here)

Casual Friday: In Defense of White Pants

TGIF all!

I don’t think there is an item of clothing so marginalized as white pants.  Either people love them or hate them.  For many PS women, white pants are off limits because for years it has been crammed down our throats that we shouldn’t wear them.  That kind of toxic message can be hard to get out of your head.  I sometimes struggle with wearing white pants because honestly they can highlight the less flattering parts of our body (for me it’s my booty).  Despite this, there isn’t a shortage of white pants for PS bodies and that is AWESOME.  There now is a variety of white pant styles to fit your comfort level.  I’m positively obsessed with wide leg crop pants!   I love how they look on me. So when I saw Old Navy offered a white pair in PS, I quickly snatched them up (also they were on sale for $14 …SCORE!!!). These pants are comfy, stretchy and look good on my heavy bottom.

Wearing white pants shouldn’t be seen as an act of bravery or defiance of “fashion rules” for PS women.  We have the right to wear clothing that makes us look and  feel good…period.  I wear colored pants all the time so why should I avoid wearing white?  Honestly they’re just pants so go find a white pair YOU like and rock it out!

Have a wonderful weekend!
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Pants: Old Navy (here)
Shirt: H&M (old, similar here)
Jacket: Old Navy (here)
Sneakers: Converse (here)

Cyber Monday Deals

Happy Monday all!

I hope everyone had a wonderful Thanksgiving holiday weekend. Unfortunately for me I spent the entire holiday sick with a horrible cold.  I had to pump myself full of DayQuil, Aleve and Halls to even make it to NYC for Thanksgiving dinner.  I feel so much better now and to compensate for missing out on Black Friday, I’ve taken advantage of some  great Cyber Monday Deals today! Check them out below!

Have a great evening!

Nine West: 50% off boots & booties + an extra 20% off $125

Eloquii: 50% off your purchase, an extra 10% of $125; free shipping w/code MANIA

Sole Society: 30% off everything

Lands End: 40% off everything & free shipping

Jessica London: 50% off your purchase & free shipping over $50 with code JLCYBERSAVE

Simply Be: 20% off with code 8160

ASOS: 30% off everything with code BLESSED

Talbots: 50% off one item, 40% off everything else

Kate Spade: 30% off everything with code SHINE

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Coat: Boden (here, size 18, 30% off everything today on their site)
Jeans: Lands End Plus (here)
Turtleneck: Gap (here, sz XXL, 40% off their entire site)
Shoes: Ivanka Trump (old)
Purse: Kate Spade Saturday (old)

8 Thanksgiving Outfits That You Already Have In Your Closet

Happy Monday all!

While Thanksgiving is my favorite holiday it can be the most exhausting!  Between preparing a huge meal and entertaining loved ones, it’s understandable that what to wear for the holiday is the last thing on your mind.  So to give you a helping hand,  I’ve picked out eight Thanksgiving outfits for your consideration. These no fuss outfits can be recreated  with items that you already have in your closet. This way you can look great  for Thanksgiving dinner without spending a penny!

Have a wonderful day!

Disclaimer: All photos are property of  the bloggers featured. I have permission to use their images. 

  1. Denim shirt + straight leg jeans + blazer (Assa from My Curves & Curls)

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2.  Leather jacket + bright color dress (Assa from My Curves & Curls)

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3. Midi pencil skirt + blouse + textured vest (Pepper from Pretty Plus Pep)

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4. Full Skirt + motorcycle jacket (Pep from Pretty Plus Pep)

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5. Sleeveless cardigan + leather leggings (Jami from Style Over Size)

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6. Sleeveless coat + white button up shirt + denim culottes (Jami from Style Over Size)

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7. Striped turtleneck + plaid skirt  (Jeniese from The Jenesaisquoi)

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8. Chunky knit sweater + skinny jeans  + ankle boots (Jeniese from The Jenesaisquoi)

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