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!
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Friday, March 11, 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 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!!!
Friday, February 11, 2011
Inspire Me Friday - Trend Alert!
Good afternoon! It's Inspire Me Friday, which means it's time for Trend Alert!
This week, I want to talk about a trend that I am LOVING...stripes!
I've been known to rock the stripes every now and again...
And if you're a bigger girl who's not quite sure if you can rock horizontal stripes, this article might surprise you! :)
Here are some of my favorite striped styles this spring! As always, click the photo to go to it's source! Happy shopping, Fashionistas!!!
This week, I want to talk about a trend that I am LOVING...stripes!
I've been known to rock the stripes every now and again...
And if you're a bigger girl who's not quite sure if you can rock horizontal stripes, this article might surprise you! :)
Here are some of my favorite striped styles this spring! As always, click the photo to go to it's source! Happy shopping, Fashionistas!!!
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| Faith 21 |
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| Old Navy |
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| Torrid |
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| Faith 21 |
Friday, February 4, 2011
Inspire Me Friday - Featured Fashionista!
It's time for the second installment of Featured Fashionista!!!
Fashionistas come in all shapes and sizes, so I thought it would be fun to ask the same few questions to several different fashionistas and showcase their personal style. This month's Featured Fashionista is Marisa, who is originally from Miami, but is currently living in Pompano Beach.
Without further ado...
1) Your name, age and current city
*Marisa
*28
*Pompano Beach, FL
2) Describe your personal style
2) Describe your personal style
My favorite colors to wear are black, red and purple. And jersey dresses and layering items. I'm big-chested so I like to show my better assets but not serve on a dish. I love a silhouette that contours my body and v neck blouses or lacy blouses. I like necklaces that are long and i like chandelier earrings and hoops. I like cute rings and watches. And love my boots and high heels.
3) Describe the style in your city (obviously this is a generalization) and how you feel about it. Do you dress in a way that says "my city"? Do you like or dislike how people in your city dress? explain.
The style in my city is laidback, jeans and shirts i live in an community with a lot of marinas, boaters and fisherman. I believe i dress in a way that says where I'm from. Since I'm originally from Miami. But the fashion of Miami has spread through all of Florida. I think woman should dress to occasion but always go out looking presentably and feeling good. Not going shopping in pajamas or lil wee short shorts. Not appropriate. But I also think going to the gym with full face of makeup is ridiculous. I like wearing makeup but that's natural and don need to shellac it on. I think in my opinion, S. Florida is very shallow and female dress to attract the millionaires. I like to feel sexy and confident but classy in what I'm wearing but love to be relaxed too.
4) What are your tips for shopping on a budget? Or what do you do to maintain your style while on a budget?
My tips for shopping on a budget is reorganizing my closet . Layering and buying pieces and accessories that look great always. If I buy something new it has to be affordable and have a purpose. I buy something for me once in a blue moon
5) Do you have any tips for developing ones personal style?
Find things that you like and say who you are. Age and culture say a lot about the stuff you wear or "should" wear. I wear things based on the event, if I'm comfortable too.
6) What is your favorite fashion tip for women of any size, shape and budget?
Finding things that flatter and bring attention away from flaws. Certain hems and styles of jeans need to be specific to the body . Dark jeans with no white washing look best for voluptuous girls. I think buying things that can be worn for multiple occasions or dressed down or up make styles go further.
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If you would like to be featured, please email me at frugalistafatshionista(at)yahoo(dot)com...and special thanks again to Marisa for participating!
Saturday, January 29, 2011
Inspire Me Friday - Shopping Shenanigans!
A few things before we start:
A) Sorry for the late post, seeing as it's Saturday. I hope you'll forgive me ;)
B) I hope you like the alliteration in the title lol
C) 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)
Moving on...
I wanted to add another segment in the rotation for Inspire Me Friday...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 the first plus-size retailer I ever truly embraced, Torrid.
Some of the looks I've rocked with Torrid apparel:
What To Buy Here: I like to get damn near everything here, actually! LOL They don't have much in the way of basic tees, but they have all sorts of pants and jeans...Source of Wisdom jeans in particular are probably my favorite thing on earth right now. SO comfortable and they come in 5 different inseams! I love Torrid for casual and cocktail dresses, though their selection of the latter tends to be limited. Every swimsuit and board short I own is from Torrid, as well. I especially like their range of wide width shoes and boots, though I had to return both a pair of knee high and thigh high boots because they were too tight around the leg for me.
Website: The website is very well organized. There are different categories for types of apparel, what's new to the site, and a clearance section. Each section is organized into subsections, which can be further broken down into different price points and by size. I love this, because there's few things worse than seeing something amazing and realizing it cannot be yours because they only have the smallest size left...With this feature, out of sight, out of mind LOL You also get to keep an infinite wish list which lets you know when something is out of stock, but leaves it to you to remove the item at your discretion.
Prices: To be perfectly frank, I buy from Torrid literally 2-3 times a month...but only when something is on clearance, or better, when clearance is half off. I stalk the items on my wish list until they are discounted, then pounce. I don't recall EVER buying anything full price on Torrid. This can be tricky though, because once an item in on clearance, it cannot be returned, so this might a strategy best left to someone that has been shopping Torrid for 5 years like me (LMAO or maybe not quite as long as me, but someone that is experienced with their sizing, etc).
Sizing: Basically, if it's so cheap that you won't cry if it doesn't fit, or if you KNOW it'll fit, clearance all the way. If you're unfamiliar with Torrid, you should probably order a regular priced item so that if it doesn't fit, you can return or exchange it. In my experience, Torrid runs true to size, and they will usually let you know in the description of an item if it tends to run small, which is AWESOME. As with any online shopping, know your measurements and compare them to the size chart before ordering, to make sure the items are for you. Torrid runs from size 0-5, which is an equivalent of 12-32. Again, check the size chart for conversions.
Delivery: I've never had a problem with Torrid being crazy late with a package, or getting a package lost, in the 5+ years I've been buying from them. I don't have a Torrid near me for over 300 miles, so every single thing I've ever bought from them has been online, and it has been A LOT over the years. They send you email alerts when your items ship, and a tracking code so you can follow your package all the way to your door.
Returns: I've only had to return those boots I mentioned earlier, and since I had never gone through the return process with them before, I decided to send an email to a customer service rep. She got back to me within a few hours and explained the process to me very nicely. You do have to pay for return shipping, which is taken out of the refund amount, but the process is very quick. I got my money back 2 weeks after I initiated the return, which is way faster than any other return I've done elsewhere. I have had just this one experience, so it might have been a fluke, but I was satisfied with it.
Quality: The only problem I've ever had with quality at Torrid has been with their shoes, a pair of which broke in half upon first wear a couple years ago. The top of the wedge completely came off mid-step. I had gotten the shoes on clearance, so they were unreturnable. Other than that though, I've never had a complaint about quality in all the years and all the orders Torrid and I have had together LOL Then again, keep in mind that I DO NOT pay full price for Torrid garments EVER, so I am comparing quality for what I get them for. If you pay full price, you might be expecting more. Again, if you are unfamiliar with Torrid, try them out with a non-clearance item so you can return it if you aren't satisfied, but once you are familiar with your size there, you'll find you can order boxes and boxes of clearance things and never be let down :)
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 Torrid, 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
A) Sorry for the late post, seeing as it's Saturday. I hope you'll forgive me ;)
B) I hope you like the alliteration in the title lol
C) 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)
Moving on...
I wanted to add another segment in the rotation for Inspire Me Friday...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 the first plus-size retailer I ever truly embraced, Torrid.
Some of the looks I've rocked with Torrid apparel:
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| Torrid Graphic Tee |
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| Torrid Tube Top and Blazer |
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| Torrid Corset Belt |
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| Head to Shin Torrid (cuz the shoes are Old Navy lol) |
Website: The website is very well organized. There are different categories for types of apparel, what's new to the site, and a clearance section. Each section is organized into subsections, which can be further broken down into different price points and by size. I love this, because there's few things worse than seeing something amazing and realizing it cannot be yours because they only have the smallest size left...With this feature, out of sight, out of mind LOL You also get to keep an infinite wish list which lets you know when something is out of stock, but leaves it to you to remove the item at your discretion.
Prices: To be perfectly frank, I buy from Torrid literally 2-3 times a month...but only when something is on clearance, or better, when clearance is half off. I stalk the items on my wish list until they are discounted, then pounce. I don't recall EVER buying anything full price on Torrid. This can be tricky though, because once an item in on clearance, it cannot be returned, so this might a strategy best left to someone that has been shopping Torrid for 5 years like me (LMAO or maybe not quite as long as me, but someone that is experienced with their sizing, etc).
Sizing: Basically, if it's so cheap that you won't cry if it doesn't fit, or if you KNOW it'll fit, clearance all the way. If you're unfamiliar with Torrid, you should probably order a regular priced item so that if it doesn't fit, you can return or exchange it. In my experience, Torrid runs true to size, and they will usually let you know in the description of an item if it tends to run small, which is AWESOME. As with any online shopping, know your measurements and compare them to the size chart before ordering, to make sure the items are for you. Torrid runs from size 0-5, which is an equivalent of 12-32. Again, check the size chart for conversions.
Delivery: I've never had a problem with Torrid being crazy late with a package, or getting a package lost, in the 5+ years I've been buying from them. I don't have a Torrid near me for over 300 miles, so every single thing I've ever bought from them has been online, and it has been A LOT over the years. They send you email alerts when your items ship, and a tracking code so you can follow your package all the way to your door.
Returns: I've only had to return those boots I mentioned earlier, and since I had never gone through the return process with them before, I decided to send an email to a customer service rep. She got back to me within a few hours and explained the process to me very nicely. You do have to pay for return shipping, which is taken out of the refund amount, but the process is very quick. I got my money back 2 weeks after I initiated the return, which is way faster than any other return I've done elsewhere. I have had just this one experience, so it might have been a fluke, but I was satisfied with it.
Quality: The only problem I've ever had with quality at Torrid has been with their shoes, a pair of which broke in half upon first wear a couple years ago. The top of the wedge completely came off mid-step. I had gotten the shoes on clearance, so they were unreturnable. Other than that though, I've never had a complaint about quality in all the years and all the orders Torrid and I have had together LOL Then again, keep in mind that I DO NOT pay full price for Torrid garments EVER, so I am comparing quality for what I get them for. If you pay full price, you might be expecting more. Again, if you are unfamiliar with Torrid, try them out with a non-clearance item so you can return it if you aren't satisfied, but once you are familiar with your size there, you'll find you can order boxes and boxes of clearance things and never be let down :)
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 Torrid, 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
Friday, January 21, 2011
Inspire Me Friday - Style Icon!
In this installment of Inspire Me Friday, I want to bring the focus to everyone's favorite Fatshionista, Beth Ditto! (ok, so idk if she's EVERYONE's favorite, but she's totally mine and definitely an inspiration!)
Speaking for myself, Beth Ditto in bodycon outfits and out-there ensembles has totally given me both inspiration and courage to try out styles that I otherwise might not have ever even tried on, let alone rocked!
Then of course, there are her ranges for Evans...um, LOVE! She started her first line in collaboration with Evans in 2009, and I regret to say I wasn't "IN" the fatshion community back then, because I really missed out! When her second range dropped in 2010, I was all over it!!!
One of my favorite dresses (and I have A LOT of dresses) is one from the latest range, seen on me here!
Beth Ditto...talented singer, outspoken goddess, and STYLE ICON! Keep rocking it, Beth! This Fatshionista hearts you 4EVA!!!! :D
Sources: one. two. three. four. five.
Speaking for myself, Beth Ditto in bodycon outfits and out-there ensembles has totally given me both inspiration and courage to try out styles that I otherwise might not have ever even tried on, let alone rocked!
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| omg I need this dress in my life! |
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| I'm DESPERATELY ISO this dress in a UK22 or 24, if anyone is willing to part with it. KTHX! |
Beth Ditto...talented singer, outspoken goddess, and STYLE ICON! Keep rocking it, Beth! This Fatshionista hearts you 4EVA!!!! :D
Sources: one. two. three. four. five.
Friday, January 14, 2011
Inspire Me Friday - Trend Alert!
In this installment of Inspire Me Friday, I'll be talking about a trend for Spring 2011! THE RETURN OF THE FLARED PANT!
Don't get me wrong, I love a skinny jean (I'm wearing a black pair right now, though I prefer jeggings! LOL True story! I find them much more flattering on me.) but I have LOVED flares since I've been choosing my own wardrobe in middle school.
When Old Navy discontinued their "The Flirt" cut jeans for plus sizes (mid-rise flares...HELLO?! The Desi jean! How could they do that to me?!) I almost had an attack. But now, they MUST bring them back (or some variation of them) because flared jeans and pants are BACK for Spring 2011 in a big way!!!
I personally can't WAIT to buy up a new pair of flared jeans. I'm holding on desperately to my only pair of "The Flirt" jeans that I bought summer 2009 and are starting to rip along the inner thigh seam (don't they all eventually? LOL)
There's already some flared jeans popping up on Torrid!
I'll still be wearing my skinny jeans and jeggings, but I am practically GIDDY at the chance to re-up my flare game! :)
What trend are you most excited about for spring? Besides leaving the winter coats behind, I mean ;)
Don't get me wrong, I love a skinny jean (I'm wearing a black pair right now, though I prefer jeggings! LOL True story! I find them much more flattering on me.) but I have LOVED flares since I've been choosing my own wardrobe in middle school.
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| Observe! I do not lie. Here is a crappy phone pic. My shoes are awesome though. Get your own pair here. |
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| Derek Lam SS11 (source) |
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| Topshop Unique SS11 (source) |
There's already some flared jeans popping up on Torrid!
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| Find these here |
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| available here |
What trend are you most excited about for spring? Besides leaving the winter coats behind, I mean ;)
Friday, January 7, 2011
Inspire Me Friday - Featured Fashionista!
I decided to start a new feature this year that I'm calling "Inspire Me Friday"...there's going to be several different alternating facets to this feature, but I decided to start it off with a little something I call "Featured Fashionista"!
Fashionistas come in all shapes and sizes, so I thought it would be fun to ask the same few questions to several different fashionistas and showcase their personal style. The first Featured Fashionista is a college friend of mine, Kristel of Glowing Light. She and her super creative hubby Alex just(!) moved to Denver to plant a church, and they recently announced that they are expecting, so CONGRATS to them!!! Without further ado, here is Kristel's Fashion Feature...
1) Your name, age and current city
*Kristel
*25
*Denver, CO
2) Describe your personal style
2) Describe your personal style
*My style is constantly evolving, I think. But one thing always remains: simplicity. I'm not big on jewelry or other accessories, though these can certainly be used to pull an outfit together. I guess I just go with the whole "less is more" mindset.
I love using colors. I'm not afraid of pairing lots of different bright colors together. I get bored with monochromatic outfits. Also, comfort is key. I don't do heels or scratchy fabrics because I want to be comfortable in my clothes.
3) Describe the style in your city (obviously this is a generalization) and how you feel about it. Do you dress in a way that says "my city"? Do you like or dislike how people in your city dress? explain.
We have JUST moved to Denver so I'm still trying to get a grasp of this city's style. One thing is for sure, Denver is an active place and it seems that comfort and versatility or high up on the priority list.
My husband and I are originally from Miami and well, I'm not a huge fan of Miami style. It seems like style in Miami is all about being as revealing and sexy and flashy as possible, and that's just not me. Of course, I don't want to generalize. Miami is a beautiful place full of beautiful people, but generally, that's how Miami fashion goes.
4) What are your tips for shopping on a budget? Or what do you do to maintain your style while on a budget?
Shopping on a budget is something I'm very familiar with! When my husband and I got married I started grad school and we were living solely on his income. I think the main thing is to not fall victim to impulse shopping! I stay away from malls and stores because I don't have a very strong will when it comes to saying no to shopping. When I go shopping I have a plan and a purpose and I try not to stray from that. Also, do your research! Look for coupons, coupon codes, sales, etc.
5) Do you have any tips for developing ones personal style?
When it came to developing my personal style I just thought about why I like and what looks good on me. Just because something is fashionable at the moment doesn't mean it suits my taste or my body. I had to stop caring about what other people liked and wore. I also threw away the notion of, "I can't pull that off." For a long time I stayed away from skinny jeans because I thought I wasn't cool enough but then I realized that they're the perfect jeans for me! They suit my body really well. Now when trends come along if I like it, I wear it. If I don't like it, I don't wear it. It's that simple.
When it came to developing my personal style I just thought about why I like and what looks good on me. Just because something is fashionable at the moment doesn't mean it suits my taste or my body. I had to stop caring about what other people liked and wore. I also threw away the notion of, "I can't pull that off." For a long time I stayed away from skinny jeans because I thought I wasn't cool enough but then I realized that they're the perfect jeans for me! They suit my body really well. Now when trends come along if I like it, I wear it. If I don't like it, I don't wear it. It's that simple.
6) What is your favorite fashion tip for women of any size, shape and budget?
Fashion tip for all the ladies out there: Be confident! Women are always made to feel ashamed, embarrassed, not good enough, etc etc. Women need to know their value. We are all beautiful and should take pride in whatever body shape, budget, size, etc that we've been blessed with. As a Christian I believe that God took his time to create us all individually and he loves us. Let's love ourselves as well.
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