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Grown and Curvy Woman
Where Style Has No Age Or Size

Perfectly Pleated…Again!

Happy Hump Day all!

Since I’ve gotten over my hang up with pleats, I had to have this orange midi skirt from City Chic. This is my first purchase from City Chic and the skirt doesn’t disappoint. Online the skirt appears light orange but its darker in person. It fits true to size so there was no gap in the waist for me. It’s lined so it isn’t sheer or see through. The skirt is a good way to introduce color into your work wardrobe. . You can also transition it into the fall by wearing a cardigan or a v neck sweater with it .

I shopped my closet and found this Gap Outlet shirt that I had forgotten about (I know that’s bad!). The shirt has flecks of orange in it which goes well with the skirt. I added my yellow necklace because for some reason it works with the outfit. Plus I love this necklace and will use any excuse to wear it!

How would you wear a colored pleated skirt? Have a great evening!

Me and my buddy TJ!

Skirt: City Chic

Shirt: Gap Outlet

Wedges: Kenneth Cole Reaction

Necklace: Bar III (Macys)

Bracelets: NY & Co

Casual Friday/White Out

TGIF!

If you havent noticed yet, its BLAZING hot outside! Dressing for work during a heat wave can be challenging . Its been said that wearing light colors keeps you cool because it doesn’t absorb heat. With that in mind, what better color to wear in this massive heat wave but ALL WHITE!

I paired my white trouser jeans from Talbots Woman with my cowl neck H&M tee. I wore wedges to keep the hem of my pants from dragging on the pavement. I added my new multicolored beaded Old Navy necklace for some color ( I can’t go without color!). When I got to work, I wore my denim blazer to keep with the casual Friday dress code.

How are you keeping cool while dressing for work?

Have a wonderful weekend!!

Jeans: Talbots Woman

Tee: H&M

Necklace: Old Navy

Bracelet: Forever 21

Shoes: Steve by Steve Madden

Perfectly Pleated

Happy Hump Day!!!

As you have probably noticed, I love skirts. I have almost every style except a pleated skirt. When I was 18 years old, short pleated skirts were all the rage and I wanted one. I asked my mom to buy me one and she said no. When I asked why she said my hips and butt were too big and the skirt would make me look bigger. I remember instantly feeling bad about my body and wishing I could be smaller so I could wear the hottest trend. Looking back I knew my mom was coming from a place of love and concern but that stayed with me up until this day. So when I saw this pleated midi Eloquii skirt on sale with an additional 30% off, I decided to put that memory aside and go for it!

In person the skirt is more a sand color and not too light. My concerns about the pleats adding volume to my lower half were erased after putting it on. I think the pleats flatter my curves and don’t cling to my hips. The only downside is that the skirt is about an inch or two larger in the waist (I ordered an 18). This is not a deal breaker for me because a trip to the tailor will fix this(remember the tailor is your BFF!). The skirt is lined so it’s not sheer. Since its a neutral color, you can play around with different tops and accessories to achieve the look you want. I wore a lightweight denim shirt from Old Navy and gold accessories to compliment the skirt.

Would you wear a pleated skirt? Have a great day!

Skirt & stud earrings: Eloquii

Shirt: Old Navy

Necklace & bracelet: Lord and Taylor

Shoes: Aldo

Colorful Prints at Lord & Taylor

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

As plus size ladies, it can be difficult to find a dress that doesn’t have big flowers or weird prints all over them. So when I saw this dress at Lord & Taylor, I was like “Yes!!! A printed dress that’s bright and trendy!!!”. The dress is from Kate Hill (which I think is exclusive to Lord & Taylor). The material is lightweight and perfect for the summer. There is a good amount of stretch to the dress so it’s not constricting. You can accessorize it in so many ways due to the different colors. I decided to keep my accessories at a minimum because I wanted the dress to be the star of the show.

Lord & Taylor (in my opinion of course!) has stepped up their plus size offerings, especially online. They now carry Jessica Simpson, Nine West, Michael Kors and Calvin Klein. They offer great pieces to add to your work/professional wardrobe. Lord & Taylor is always having a sale and is generous with their coupons so you can combine the discount with the sale price. Some of the clothing is pricey but the quality and longevity of the items can’t be beat. So check Lord & Taylor out!

Have a great evening!

Dress: Kate Hill (via Lord & Taylor)

Shoes: Nine West

Necklace: Old Navy

Bracelet: H&M

Casual Friday/More Tuxedo Love!

TGIF everybody!!!

My outfit today combines two of my favorite clothing items…my white tuxedo jacket and red skinny jeans. Casual Friday at the office is the perfect opportunity to finally wear them together. I didn’t want to wear a solid color underneath the jacket so I wore my black and white striped tank from the Gap Outlet (which I got for 70% off!). You can never go wrong wearing these colors together!

Great news! I will be sponsoring my first giveaway so stay tuned for details! Have a wonderful weekend.

Jeans: Evans

Jacket: Simply Be

Tank: Gap Outlet

Necklace: Macys

Flats: Calvin Klein