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grownandcurvywoman September 13, 2013

Casual Friday: Moto, Moto!

TGIF all!

As you have probably seen in the latest fashion magazines, leather motorcycle jackets are on trend for Fall. It’s funny how old standbys suddenly become a trend. I mean when has leather NOT been appropriate for Fall and Winter? I bet if you think about it, you’ve been rocking leather since you were a kid! In college I saved enough money from my part-time job to finally get a leather jacket. I remember instantly feeling like a bad ass when I slipped it on. I would strut across campus to class in my jacket. I wore that poor thing until it was coming apart at the seams! Since then I havent come across a jacket that made me feel that way until now. This ASOS Curve moto jacket (which I’ve been eyeing since last year) makes me feel cool and edgy (something plus size women 40+ are not supposed to feel!). The jacket is very soft not stiff so you don’t feel constricted. It’s roomy enough that I can wear layers underneath once the temperature start to drop. I plan on wearing it with everything because there is nothing more versatile than a black leather jacket. I couldn’t wait until our mini heat wave ended yesterday so I could wear it today!

Are you going to hop on the motorcycle jacket “trend”? If so, how would you wear it?

Have a wonderful weekend!

Jacket: ASOS Curve

Skirt: SWAK (Sealed With A Kiss)

Shirt: Eloquii

Shoes: Nine West

grownandcurvywoman September 12, 2013

Cabiria Making History at NYFW

Happy Thursday all!

Last week I had the honor of attending the FIRST ever plus size collection to officially show at New York Fashion Week. Cabiria is the creation of Eden Miller who wanted to provide plus size women with well made fashionable clothing that accentuated our wonderful curves . Eden was selected to participate in the Fashion Law Institute’s 3rd annual runway show with five other designers. The fact that Cabiria is a plus size line was not a factor in their decision to invite her. Eden was invited because the Fashion Law Institute was impressed with her clothing and talent. I was very happy to hear this because often plus size fashion is included as a novelty or as an afterthought. People need to understand that plus size designers are just as talented and creative as mainstream designers. Cabiria showing at Fashion Week gave the plus size fashion industry a huge platform to show that we too can be chic and stylish!

Eden taking a bow with her gorgeous models!

In attendance were plus size bloggers such as Gorgeous in Grey and Little Lime Dress and industry leaders Plus Model Magazine and Madison Plus. I also had the pleasure of finally meeting Sheri from Shapely Chic Sheri and Sarah from Curvily. Both ladies were wonderfully dressed and so friendly. After our introductions, we carried on like old friends laughing and enjoying the show!

Unfortunately I wasn’t able to get a full body shot of what I wore Friday (my floral peplum skirt was FABULOUS!) but Sheri was kind enough to get picture of some of my outfit. I have to give a big shout out to Corrinn of Beauty Box Style for putting me together for this event!

Although the entire Cabiria collection was fantastic, this bold mixed print skirt and blouse ensemble was my absolute FAVORITE! I can definitely see myself wearing this especially the wonderful print skirt. I plan on snatching this up ASAP once it becomes available!

What do you think about Cabiria showing at NYFW? Do you think it will have any impact on how plus size fashion is viewed? And lastly, what do you think of the collection?!

Have a wonderful day!

grownandcurvywoman September 2, 2013

Weekend Edition: Summer Rewind

Happy Labor Day all!

I hope everyone is enjoying the three day holiday weekend so far. I’ve been spending this holiday enjoying not doing one darn thing! To me, lazy weekends are the best!

Now that Summer is pretty much over (even the temperature is changing tomorrow), I thought it be cool to pick my favorite outfits of the season. This Summer I was more open to trying to new color combinations than I was last year. I’ve decided that no matter the season I will always add color to my outfit. I will be color blocking to the day I die! LOL

What are some of your favorite outfits from this Summer?

Have a wonderful day!

grownandcurvywoman August 26, 2013

Weekend Edition: MJ Forever

Happy Monday all! I hope everyone had a great weekend!

On Saturday night I went to a Michael Jackson-Prince dance party. As you can see from the pics I was clearly Team MJ all the way! I was in middle school when “Thriller” was released. My sisters grew up with MJ and the Jackson 5, so they handed down their love of his music to me. I remember crowding around the TV with my older sisters screaming during his “Motown 25” performance. Even though it drove my mom completely nuts, we would blast his music and dance around the house. MJ’s songs always transport me back to those days that I hold dear to me. So on Saturday night, I danced to celebrate MJ’s music and all those wonderful childhood memories.

What is your favorite MJ song?

Have a great day!

Shirt: Old Navy

Vest: Old Navy

Skirt: Target

Shoes: Steven by Steve Madden

grownandcurvywoman August 24, 2013

Casual Friday: Now and Later

TGIF all!

Since Fall is less than a month away (YAY!), Ive been starting to think of the transitional pieces in my closet. For me a button up shirt is one of the best transitional pieces I own. They can be worn alone with the sleeves rolled up or layered under jackets and sweaters. As with any new season a bunch of trends have popped up. Plaid has been crowned one of the seasons newest and I’m excited to try it. Since I’m new to plaid I kept it simple and went with a button down shirt. Keeping with my love of colors, I picked a plaid combo with colors I love. So heres my take on plaid for now and later!

What are some transitional pieces in your wardrobe?

Have a great weekend!

NOW

Shirt: Old Navy (paid $11 for this shirt!)

Shorts: Talbots

Sandals: Steve Madden

LATER

Skirt: Sejour (Nordstrom)