I found out this morning that apparently, out of over 600 blogs written by Latinas, mine was one of 5 nominated for parenting blog of the year! YAY!
Please vote HERE, you only have to do it once (not once a day like a lot of voting sites) and I only have a week to get as much support as possible, so feel free to pass this on! Help us win stuff for Elliot! :)
Tuesday, July 19, 2011
Wednesday, July 13, 2011
Saturday, May 21, 2011
Would anyone be interested?
I'm going to sell these 2 dresses:
This dress originally retailed for $122. I have it in size 26/28 NWT. It is no longer available online. I'm asking for $100 shipped OBO.
This dress originally retailed for $199. I have it NWT in SZ 2, which translates to 2X/18-20, though at a 24 it fit me perfectly. It is no longer available online. I'm asking $125 shipped OBO.
I'm going to end up posting these on ebay, probably with reserve since I need the extra cash for the Baboosh's arrival ;) but I wanted to give my readers a crack at it first. I'm willing to be somewhat flexible, because I do need the money, just please don't super low-ball me! :)
I'm also planning to post/sell a LOT more clothes, though maybe not as high end as these dresses, so I thought I'd put these out there first...
email me at frugalistafatshionista@yahoo.com if interested in either.
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Igigi Valerie Wrap Dress in Navy |
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Monif C. Naomi Dress |
I'm going to end up posting these on ebay, probably with reserve since I need the extra cash for the Baboosh's arrival ;) but I wanted to give my readers a crack at it first. I'm willing to be somewhat flexible, because I do need the money, just please don't super low-ball me! :)
I'm also planning to post/sell a LOT more clothes, though maybe not as high end as these dresses, so I thought I'd put these out there first...
email me at frugalistafatshionista@yahoo.com if interested in either.
Got it!
Tracked down the official link to my NBC feature (which also recently aired in Texas and is going nationwide) on being an obese soon-to-be mom :) http://bit.ly/iTLvr8
Wednesday, May 18, 2011
HAES and Pregnancy
Yesterday, there was an article in the local paper about how certain OB/GYNs are turning women past a certain weight/BMI away for treatment because they felt that just their weight was enough to deem them "too high risk for their practice". I wrote a blog post about my feelings towards the article in my personal blog here.
Well, about an hour after I finished that blog post, NBC 6 was in my office, interviewing me for what turned out to be their top story at 11. Surreal, much? I wrote about the experience here.
What do you guys think about this issue?
Well, about an hour after I finished that blog post, NBC 6 was in my office, interviewing me for what turned out to be their top story at 11. Surreal, much? I wrote about the experience here.
What do you guys think about this issue?
Wednesday, May 11, 2011
Monday, April 18, 2011
Wednesday, April 13, 2011
Tuesday, April 12, 2011
Thursday, April 7, 2011
the big announcement...
So I've mentioned it a couple times before, but there's been a bunch of changes going on at home keeping the blog from going as smoothly as it did in the beginning...I work only 3 days a week, and days I don't work, I don't have access to my computer because my husband has merged his office into my office to empty one of our spare bedrooms, meaning NO ONE has office "space" right now.
Why are we giving up our precious personal space to clear up a bedroom, you may ask?
Because we're GOING TO HAVE A BABY!!!!
I'm 14 weeks today, and we've known since week 5...trust me, it's been HARD to keep this a secret this long!
I'm hoping to continue posting sales as often as I am able to access the internet, as I've been doing...The only difference you might see on this blog is that OOTDs and clothing reviews will probably (most likely LOL) be influenced by the growing Baboosh...
I've been blogging about the pregnancy specifically at my personal blog, and twittering at @PlusSizePreggo, in case you're particularly interested in the experiences of a (VERY) plus sized woman who is pregnant with her first baby.
Why are we giving up our precious personal space to clear up a bedroom, you may ask?
Because we're GOING TO HAVE A BABY!!!!
I'm 14 weeks today, and we've known since week 5...trust me, it's been HARD to keep this a secret this long!
I'm hoping to continue posting sales as often as I am able to access the internet, as I've been doing...The only difference you might see on this blog is that OOTDs and clothing reviews will probably (most likely LOL) be influenced by the growing Baboosh...
I've been blogging about the pregnancy specifically at my personal blog, and twittering at @PlusSizePreggo, in case you're particularly interested in the experiences of a (VERY) plus sized woman who is pregnant with her first baby.
Wednesday, March 30, 2011
Prepare to shop my closet!
I'm planning a HUGE closet purge in the next month or so...LOTS of NWT, NWOT, and EUC clothing (and maybe even shoes)...
Just thought I'd put it out there! :)
Just thought I'd put it out there! :)
Monday, March 28, 2011
Friday, March 25, 2011
Wednesday, March 23, 2011
Monday, March 21, 2011
Friday, March 18, 2011
Wednesday, March 16, 2011
Catherines - Spend More, Save More!
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Enter code 777017278 at checkout to receive your discount.
Check out Catherines here.
Monday, March 14, 2011
Friday, March 11, 2011
Inspire Me Friday is on Hiatus for right now...
Sorry guys, but for the month of March, Inspire Me Friday is going to be taking a little hiatus. Like I mentioned earlier, there's been lots of changes happening around my house and in our lives in general (changes that I will speak about in more detail soon, I assure you) but for right now, my access to the internet and computers in general is limited, so I'm doing my best to post sales whenever I can...The Inspire Me Friday posts are super fun to write, but also really time consuming, so I'd rather pause on them for right now than promise you guys something that I just might not be able to complete.
I hope you'll stick around for the big news!
I hope you'll stick around for the big news!
Wednesday, March 9, 2011
Wednesday, March 2, 2011
Monday, February 28, 2011
Inspire Me Friday - Shopping Shenanigans!
A few things before we start:
A) Sorry for the late post, this particular segment is a little more time-consuming to put together.
B) I am not and have never been compensated for a SINGLE opinion or review on this blog. If it ever happens, I will absolutely disclose that. Know though, that regardless, my honesty shall never be compromised (that being said, I'd love to review items from ANY of the stores mentioned in my blog! email me at frugalistafatshionista[at]yahoo[dot]com)
This segment will be dedicated to reviews of places to get your fatshion! I'll be looking at online stores, boutiques, independent labels...but no matter what, it'll be places that I have personal experience with. People are always asking me where to buy certain things online, how easy it is to actually purchase from a particular retailer, whether lines tend to run true-to-size, so this will be my platform to get all that information out there, one retailer at a time.
This month, I'll be talking about one of my favorite places to shop, and in fact a staple in my wardrobe since I was in high school, Old Navy.
Some of the looks I've rocked with Old Navy apparel:
What To Buy Here: I buy EVERYTHING here! Jeans, blouses, t-shirts, shoes, you name it! I've never bought undergarments here, so I can't comment on that, but I buy socks here, workout apparel, swimwear...ALL of my flip-flops and most of my ballet flats (which together make up about 80% of my shoe collection)...I'm particularly fond of their dresses and jeans. Up until about a year ago, the vast majority of my wardrobe WAS Old Navy, so safe to say, I am a fan.
Website: The website is easy to navigate...everything is very well organized by genre and size, and even when you click on an item, it lets you know right away whether or not it is available in every size and color shown. The "add to bag" feature also acts as a wishlist, because whatever you choose not to buy right away stays "in the bag" indefinitely until that particular item in that size runs out of stock. The clothes are usually shown on relatively size appropriately mannequins, so you can tell it's meant for bigger women, but because there are no models, you can't really tell how a garment will fall on curves (which is about the same as any site WITH models, considering they're all teeny)...Each item has reviews and ratings listed underneath to help you decide whether or not an item is for you, or whether you should size up or down, etc.
Prices: Their prices are not at all bad considering the quality of the clothes (which some people complain about, but you're getting what you pay for, plus I still have shirts that are 5-6 years old that have gotten and continue to get plenty of use with no problem)...Old Navy tends to have sales like, every other day, so that doesn't hurt the bottom line, either. You can expect to pay $10-$20 for a top, unless it's a promotional item, like their Independence Day shirts, which tend to be cheaper...and $20-$40 for bottoms.
Sizing: The sizing tends to be iffy...I'm used to the fluctuations, but that seems to be everyone's biggest pet peeve with Old Navy. I find that if you make sure to go over the reviews, they can be very helpful to determine whether you should order true to size, etc. As with any online shopping, know your measurements and compare them to the size chart before ordering, to make sure the items are a right fit for you.
Delivery: Old Navy is usually pretty quick...I can count on my stuff reaching me in about a week consistently when I select the free shipping, which is offered any time you spend $50 or more. They also give tracking numbers so you can see exactly when your items should be arriving.
Returns: Returns are FREE! Which is awesome, except that the reason they are free is because you can't make plus-size returns in store. That would make life WAY easier, but then again, they don't have the plus-sized line for sale in the stores either, so you couldn't really exchange anything...It would still be great in the cases where you just want your money back, but alas, as of right now it just is not happening, but the returns process is relatively painless and free, as I mentioned, so shop and return at your leisure!
Quality: The quality of some Old Navy clothes is...questionable. It used to be pretty good considering what you were paying for it, but in the past couple of years, I find myself examining every inch of fabric from each of my purchases before committing them to my closet, because the fabric of most items is thinner and might have random holes or piling. In these cases, you can return the items and get replacements, and usually the problem will be solved. Obviously this is another problem that would be solved by having the plus-sized line in-store, so you could inspect your clothes BEFORE buying them, but we're still holding out for that privilege...I say again, if reviews on an item you're coveting are available, check them out to see if there seems to be a recurring problem...you might want to skip that item altogether.
So, there's my review! I hope this helps anyone out there that is newer to fatshion or online shopping, and if you have any questions regarding Old Navy, please let me know and I'll do my best to answer them or to find the answer for you.
If you have a fatshion store/boutique you'd like me to review, or if you would like to be a Featured Fashionista, please contact me at frugalistafatshionista[at]yahoo[dot]com
Related note: I am willing to do product reviews. Just send me an email at frugalistafatshionista @ yahoo.com. My reviews are always 100% honest, & I will only accept items that are relevant to my blog.
A) Sorry for the late post, this particular segment is a little more time-consuming to put together.
B) I am not and have never been compensated for a SINGLE opinion or review on this blog. If it ever happens, I will absolutely disclose that. Know though, that regardless, my honesty shall never be compromised (that being said, I'd love to review items from ANY of the stores mentioned in my blog! email me at frugalistafatshionista[at]yahoo[dot]com)
This segment will be dedicated to reviews of places to get your fatshion! I'll be looking at online stores, boutiques, independent labels...but no matter what, it'll be places that I have personal experience with. People are always asking me where to buy certain things online, how easy it is to actually purchase from a particular retailer, whether lines tend to run true-to-size, so this will be my platform to get all that information out there, one retailer at a time.
This month, I'll be talking about one of my favorite places to shop, and in fact a staple in my wardrobe since I was in high school, Old Navy.
Some of the looks I've rocked with Old Navy apparel:
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| Old Navy Tunic |
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| Old Navy Blouse |
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| Old Navy Trouser Jeans and Black Cardi-Coat |
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| Old Navy Shorts |
Website: The website is easy to navigate...everything is very well organized by genre and size, and even when you click on an item, it lets you know right away whether or not it is available in every size and color shown. The "add to bag" feature also acts as a wishlist, because whatever you choose not to buy right away stays "in the bag" indefinitely until that particular item in that size runs out of stock. The clothes are usually shown on relatively size appropriately mannequins, so you can tell it's meant for bigger women, but because there are no models, you can't really tell how a garment will fall on curves (which is about the same as any site WITH models, considering they're all teeny)...Each item has reviews and ratings listed underneath to help you decide whether or not an item is for you, or whether you should size up or down, etc.
Prices: Their prices are not at all bad considering the quality of the clothes (which some people complain about, but you're getting what you pay for, plus I still have shirts that are 5-6 years old that have gotten and continue to get plenty of use with no problem)...Old Navy tends to have sales like, every other day, so that doesn't hurt the bottom line, either. You can expect to pay $10-$20 for a top, unless it's a promotional item, like their Independence Day shirts, which tend to be cheaper...and $20-$40 for bottoms.
Sizing: The sizing tends to be iffy...I'm used to the fluctuations, but that seems to be everyone's biggest pet peeve with Old Navy. I find that if you make sure to go over the reviews, they can be very helpful to determine whether you should order true to size, etc. As with any online shopping, know your measurements and compare them to the size chart before ordering, to make sure the items are a right fit for you.
Delivery: Old Navy is usually pretty quick...I can count on my stuff reaching me in about a week consistently when I select the free shipping, which is offered any time you spend $50 or more. They also give tracking numbers so you can see exactly when your items should be arriving.
Returns: Returns are FREE! Which is awesome, except that the reason they are free is because you can't make plus-size returns in store. That would make life WAY easier, but then again, they don't have the plus-sized line for sale in the stores either, so you couldn't really exchange anything...It would still be great in the cases where you just want your money back, but alas, as of right now it just is not happening, but the returns process is relatively painless and free, as I mentioned, so shop and return at your leisure!
Quality: The quality of some Old Navy clothes is...questionable. It used to be pretty good considering what you were paying for it, but in the past couple of years, I find myself examining every inch of fabric from each of my purchases before committing them to my closet, because the fabric of most items is thinner and might have random holes or piling. In these cases, you can return the items and get replacements, and usually the problem will be solved. Obviously this is another problem that would be solved by having the plus-sized line in-store, so you could inspect your clothes BEFORE buying them, but we're still holding out for that privilege...I say again, if reviews on an item you're coveting are available, check them out to see if there seems to be a recurring problem...you might want to skip that item altogether.
So, there's my review! I hope this helps anyone out there that is newer to fatshion or online shopping, and if you have any questions regarding Old Navy, please let me know and I'll do my best to answer them or to find the answer for you.
If you have a fatshion store/boutique you'd like me to review, or if you would like to be a Featured Fashionista, please contact me at frugalistafatshionista[at]yahoo[dot]com
Related note: I am willing to do product reviews. Just send me an email at frugalistafatshionista @ yahoo.com. My reviews are always 100% honest, & I will only accept items that are relevant to my blog.
Friday, February 25, 2011
Wednesday, February 23, 2011
Tuesday, February 22, 2011
Monday, February 21, 2011
Friday, February 18, 2011
Inspire Me Friday - Style Icon!
This month, I wanted to talk about someone whose style always puts a grin on my face...Ms. Jeannie Mai!
I am OBSESSED with her show, How Do I Look? and I love watching not just for the makeovers, but to see what super cute outfits Jeannie wears!
I love how she always takes risks with her clothes, and while sometimes her style might be a bit "much" for some, she has the confidence and bubbly nature to pull it off with a bang!
Plus, she pretty much has the AWESOMEST hair ever...JEALOUS!!!
Add to all that her sense of humor and her humanitarian efforts, and you have one hell of a Style Icon! Love ya, Jeannie!!!
I am OBSESSED with her show, How Do I Look? and I love watching not just for the makeovers, but to see what super cute outfits Jeannie wears!
Plus, she pretty much has the AWESOMEST hair ever...JEALOUS!!!
Add to all that her sense of humor and her humanitarian efforts, and you have one hell of a Style Icon! Love ya, Jeannie!!!
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