(x-posted from my Tumblr)
Reader Question: Just wondering if you had any suggestions for plus size maternity clothing? I'm going nuts trying to find something nice!
I’m glad you asked! I’m a plus sized fashion ADDICT and being pregnant did nothing to squash my need to be fashionable! Of course, comfort is #1…but that doesn’t mean you can’t look cute too!
I got some pregnancy jeans at Old Navy, though they’ve since (quietly and unexpectedly) discontinued their plus size maternity line…Check your measurements against their charts, though…as a size 24/26 (traditionally a 3x/4x), I still fit into their “straight” size XXL shirts. Bottoms are a bit trickier.
Torrid had a maternity line for exactly ONE season…it’s just as well, everything in the line was hideous…but again, I would look for baby doll, empire waist or otherwise flowy tops and either buy my size or a size up to ensure comfort.
The MECCA though, is Motherhood Maternity. I got pants, shorts, leggings, tops, undies, even swimwear there during my pregnancy and I was extremely happy with every single thing I purchased! I LIVED in their jeans and leggings.
To be honest, most days I wore maxi dresses which don’t have to be purchased as maternity wear, a life saver since maternity clothes tend to be expensive.
Hope that helps, and if anyone has any other suggestions for flattering plus size maternity clothes, please let me know! Anything that won’t break the bank is a PLUS! ;)
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Thursday, March 22, 2012
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
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 |
Tuesday, February 8, 2011
28 for 28 - 7/28
* Green striped blouse
* Pencil skirt
* Wedges
The Accomplice:
*Sparrow necklace, Torrid, $12
I think I might be slightly obsessed with bird accessories.
28 for 28 - 5/28
The Usual Suspects:
* Black Polo
* Yellow Shorts
* Lace Oxfords
The Accomplices:
* Lace tights, Torrid, $8
* My pug, Pig, priceless LOL
Comfy weekend outfit. I've realized I really like yellow LOL And it used to be one of my least favorite colors.
Unfortunately, the tights ripped almost immediately. As in, I opened the package, put them on, and they ripped. They are officially crotchless tights LMAO I'll keep them because the tear isn't too obvious under clothes, and crotchless tights can be useful ROFL but be warned!
and just cuz I had to! LOL
Monday, February 7, 2011
Friday, February 4, 2011
28 for 28 - 4/28
Hubs is asleep, so I'll have to make due...
The Usual Suspects:
* Denim Jacket
* White Polka-Dot Dress
* Burgundy Heels
The Accomplice:
* Red belt (for National Wear Red Day!), Evans, £5
Very comfy dress, I felt super cute in it, and I got more compliments today than I have on any other outfit I've posted yet! LOL
The dress is fully lined, NOT as long as it looks on me (it's actually just under my knee, the photos don't show that very well) and it cost me only $17. WIN.
Gotta throw some make-up on and wake up hubs lol We're going out tonight! :)
Thursday, February 3, 2011
28 for 28 - 3/28
The Usual Suspects:
* Black Tunic
* Jeggings
* Black Boots
The Accomplice:
* Zebra print belt
My hair looks like crap. Believe it or not, this was the pic where it most cooperated LOL I guess hubs isn't as reliable a photo-taker as I'd like. Also, Pig snuck into the pic, so here he is!
Very laid back to the office today...My boss/father/co-owner is back from vacation tomorrow, which is GREAT because it means I can stop doing 2 peoples jobs! Considering it was my last day of running around like a chicken with its head cut off, I wanted to be comfortable :)
and just for kicks, here's another pic of my Piglet...
Wednesday, February 2, 2011
28 for 28 - 2/28
The Usual Suspects:
* Wedges
idk what's going on with the phantom dots on the photo. I swear my clothes isn't dirty! LOL I have no idea what's causing the spots on the pants or the shirt, I'm assuming the light, but maybe the lens is just dirty?
So, yeah. Laid back office look. We don't have a dress code, I can wear jeans, a t-shirt and flip flops every day if I want (and I did for about 2 years straight!) but I tend to go for more business casual just cuz lately, I feel better when I'm dressed up. Who knew?! LOL
Tuesday, February 1, 2011
28 for 28 - 1/28
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| sorry for the ultra saturated pic...the light was super weird! |
* Black knit long sweater, Old Navy
* Pink dual-layer shirt, Casual Plus
* Trouser jeans, Old Navy
* Burgundy heels, Target
The Accomplice:
* Pepe
I actually made a list of every single outfit I could come up with using the 28 items! I don't plan on wearing them in any particular order, since the weather in Miami is pretty bipolar this time of year, but it helps to narrow things down when I'm running around frantically to get out the door on time in the morning...
Very excited for the rest of the month :)
Monday, January 31, 2011
28 for 28 - The Items!
Sorry for the lack of sales posts today...I shall forgo the excuse and work-related melodrama for your benefit. Suffice to say that if I had to sum up my work day in one word, it would be "AAAARRHRGGGHRHHHHH!HHHHH!!!!H!!!!HHHHH!"
But I digress.
I bring you the 28 items that I shall be remixing into 28 outfits for the 28 days of February, which begins tomorrow!
The pictures were snapped haphazardly in about 12 minutes total, so please forgive their general crappiness.
Shoes!
* Purple flats, New Look, £8
* Studded black flats, Dolce Vita for Target, $14
* Wedges, Payless, $22
* Burgundy heels, Target, $18
* Boots, Dolce Vita for Target, $18
* Lace oxfords, Torrid, $28
Outerwear!
* Mac, ASOS Curve, $65
* Denim Jacket, Old Navy, $29
* Cropped blazer, Torrid
* Black knit long sweater, Old Navy, $30
Tops!
* Green striped button down, Old Navy, $12
* Yellow striped tank, Old Navy, $6
* Red striped tank, Target, $2(!)
* Old Navy black tunic
* Black long-sleeved polo, Macys, $10
* Bonjour tee, Torrid, $16
* Ivory Shirt, Macys, $3(!)
* Beaded pink shirt, Old Navy, $17
* Pink 2 layer shirt, Casual Plus. $18
Dresses and underthings!
* Peter Pan collar dress, ASOS Curve, $35
* Black tank, Old Navy, $5
* White polka-dot dress, Casual Plus, $17
Bottoms!
* Black tutu skirt, ASOS Curve, $36
* Yellow shorts, Old Navy, $12
* Jeggings, Lane Bryant, $22
* Trouser Jeans, Old Navy, $26
* Black Trousers, Evans
* Pencil Skirt, ASOS Curve, $21
YAY! Can't wait to see what I come up with! I threw myself a few curveballs in there just to keep it interesting for myself :)
Is anyone else participating? Comment or email me your blog link if you are so I can let others know.
But I digress.
I bring you the 28 items that I shall be remixing into 28 outfits for the 28 days of February, which begins tomorrow!
The pictures were snapped haphazardly in about 12 minutes total, so please forgive their general crappiness.
* Purple flats, New Look, £8
* Studded black flats, Dolce Vita for Target, $14
* Wedges, Payless, $22
* Burgundy heels, Target, $18
* Boots, Dolce Vita for Target, $18
* Lace oxfords, Torrid, $28
Outerwear!
* Mac, ASOS Curve, $65
* Denim Jacket, Old Navy, $29
* Cropped blazer, Torrid
* Black knit long sweater, Old Navy, $30
* Green striped button down, Old Navy, $12
* Yellow striped tank, Old Navy, $6
* Red striped tank, Target, $2(!)
* Old Navy black tunic
* Black long-sleeved polo, Macys, $10
* Bonjour tee, Torrid, $16
* Ivory Shirt, Macys, $3(!)
* Beaded pink shirt, Old Navy, $17
* Pink 2 layer shirt, Casual Plus. $18
* Peter Pan collar dress, ASOS Curve, $35
* Black tank, Old Navy, $5
* White polka-dot dress, Casual Plus, $17
Bottoms!
* Black tutu skirt, ASOS Curve, $36
* Yellow shorts, Old Navy, $12
* Jeggings, Lane Bryant, $22
* Trouser Jeans, Old Navy, $26
* Black Trousers, Evans
* Pencil Skirt, ASOS Curve, $21
YAY! Can't wait to see what I come up with! I threw myself a few curveballs in there just to keep it interesting for myself :)
Is anyone else participating? Comment or email me your blog link if you are so I can let others know.
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 ;)
Wednesday, January 5, 2011
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