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grownandcurvywoman October 25, 2012

You Aint Nothin But A Hounddog

Happy Hump Day all!

Confession time, I didn’t know there was anything such as dogstooth. I’m assuming its the half-brother/sister of houndstooth being that the latter gets all the attention. Either way, when I saw this dogstooth pencil skirt on Simply Be’s website with 50% off, I had to make it mine. Pairing the skirt with red seemed like a natural choice although I could see myself wearing a cobalt blue with it in the future. I wanted to add some “edge” up my look so I wore my faux leather jacket from Kohls to “toughen” it up (Me tough?! Ha! I still sleep with a night light! ). If the jacket looks familiar to you, I wore the green one here. Lets just say, I’m slightly enamored with the jacket 🙂

I want to thank all of you for your wonderful and encouraging comments on my previous post “Change is Gonna Come”. This might sound a little corny, but I feel closer to you ladies after reading your responses. Again thank you for being the BEST readers in the world!!!

Are you a fan of dogs/houndstooth?

Have a great evening!

Skirt: Simply Be

Blouse: Ann Taylor Loft

Jacket: Kohls (here and get an additional 10% off with TENBLOG; this code can be combined with other Kohls codes)

Necklace: Lord & Taylor

Wedges: Bandolino

Bracelet: H&M

grownandcurvywoman October 5, 2012

Back in Black

Happy Thursday all!

I want apologize for my lack of blogging this week. I got KOed by the flu earlier this week and just returned to work today. I feel 100% better now and so happy to be able t0 breathe out of both nostrils!

The dress I’m wearing today is from the Sean Anthony Designs Fall Collection. I bought this dress during their trunk show at BellaNOR Boutique last Saturday evening. BellaNOR is a wonderful plus size boutique here in Philadelphia featuring many labels such as Monif C, Igigi and Kioynna. I’ve driven past the boutique a few times and wanted to stop in but never had the chance so the trunk show was the perfect opportunity to check it out.

I was immediately drawn to the dress because I don’t own a LBD! (bad blogger, bad! LOL). Another thing that drew me in was the asymmetrical neckline. Usually plus size dresses have either a vee or scoop neck so this was different. The dress accentuates your curves but it isn’t tight or constricting. The comfortable knit material has great stretch to it which didn’t ride up when I walked. The length is appropriate for work and looks great with heels. It’s a dress that can easily go from day to night with a switch of shoes and accessories.

I paired my dress with gold accessories and my leopard print kitten heels (which are so comfy I want to wear them everyday!) to finish my outfit. I would definitely recommend you check out Sean Anthony Designs. The collection offers quality clothing at affordable prices. We need to support designers who want to provide stylish, good quality clothing to curvy women . Also if you are in the Philadelphia area, please visit BellaNOR Boutique. The boutique provides a much needed space where the plus size consumer can feel wonderful about herself and her body.

Have a wonderful evening!

Dress: Sean Anthony Designs

Shoes: Nine West

Necklace: Macy’s

Bracelets: Ann Taylor Loft

grownandcurvywoman September 22, 2012

Its Hard to Say Goodbye

TGIF all!

Since today is the last day of summer, I wanted to say goodbye by wearing a fun, colorful outfit. This summer I took my love for color to new heights and wore combinations I wouldn’t have dared to try last year. I was bolder and more creative with my clothing choices. Heck I even posted a picture of myself in a bathing suit !

So farewell summer, Ill see you again next year!

Have a wonderful weekend!

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Cardigan: Old Navy

Pants: Avenue (here on SALE!!!)

Shirt: Ann Taylor Loft

Flats: Libby Edelman

Necklace: Gap Outlet

Bracelet: NY & Co.

grownandcurvywoman September 10, 2012

Summer Rewind

Happy Monday all!

Now that Fall is finally here , I wanted to take a look back at my favorite Summer outfits. These outfits were special to me because I have never been this colorful and happy wearing Summer clothes! I used to dread Summer dressing but now I look forward to next year and more fashion fun!

What was your favorite outfit you wore this Summer?

Have a wonderful day!

grownandcurvywoman September 6, 2012

Old is New Again

Happy Wednesday all!

The thing I love about fashion is that old always becomes new again. I bet if you look in your closet, you probably have clothes you bought years ago that are now trendy. The lace pencil skirt I’m wearing today is a prime example of this. I bought this skirt back in 2002 when I needed a dressy outfit for the Captain’s Ball on a Caribbean cruise. Over the years I was tempted to give the skirt away, but something always stopped me. Last week I was flipping through my People Style Watch magazine and I came upon an article announcing that lace was “in”. BINGO! I instantly thought of this skirt and decided to wear it to work. Looking at the skirt you would never know it is 10 years old! So go, shop your closet and see what you have there. You might be surprised at what you might find!

And for those readers in the Tri State area , don’t forget Skinny Minority & Macy’s (1300 Market Street) Fashion Night Out event in Center City. The event will start at 6:30pm in the Women’s Department on the 2nd Floor. There will be giveaways, delicious eats and fun all around, so please come out and support! Plus I’ll be walking the runway! Woo hoo!!!

Have a wonderful evening!!!