Plus size – Page 14 – Grown and Curvy Woman

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 24, 2012

A Second Time Around

Happy Monday all!

On Saturday I started packing up my Spring/Summer clothes (bummer!) and unpacking my Fall clothes. It was fun taking out my Fall clothes and seeing what I have. This time last year I was completely at a lost for how to wear my clothes, but now I’m excited about trying new combos. My outfit today is one of those experimental combos. While it’s not earth shattering or avant garde, its different for me. I’ve had this purple Gap v-neck sweater for almost 3 years and would only pair it with pants. I decided to wear it over my favorite JCPenney dress that I wore here. I added my ASOS Curve skinny bow belt to complete the look. I’m a huge fan of booties, so this was an opportunity for me to break in my new Bandolino suede booties. While the heel isn’t high, its narrow so needless to say I had a few near slips in the hallway at work today!

Have you unpacked your Fall clothes yet?

Have a wonderful evening!

Dress: JCPenney

Sweater: Gap Outlet

Belt: ASOS Curve

Booties: Bandolino

grownandcurvywoman September 13, 2012

An Oldie but a Goodie!

Happy Hump Day all!

When I bought this Simply Be trench coat back in the Summer, I couldn’t wait to wear it. The faux leather on the sleeves instantly updates the classic trench giving it some edge. Its a great way to incorporate the current leather trend and still be appropriate to wear to work. The coat is true to size and isn’t snug or tight. There is enough room to wear layers or a chunky sweater underneath. I was looking to update my trench coat this season and this fit the bill perfectly!

Are you looking to update your trench coat?

Have a wonderful evening!

P.S. Sorry for the blurry pics. My lens was smudged but its all fixed now. Yay!

Trench: Simply Be

Cardigan: Old Navy

Shirt: H&M

Pants: Vince Camuto

Flats: Calvin Klein

Necklace: Macys

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!!!