Plaid About You

I remember when I hated suits. I felt they were just a contraption made to have you look boring. Suits were something drab that I would wear when I need to go on an interview. Remember those days when suits in plus size were just ill fitting and only in black, beige or the occasional charcoal? I must say that plus size suits have come a loooooonnnnnngggggg way. Once something that I would just avoid in stores, now it is something that I not only want to wear, but I look amazing in. 

I love plaid, it a definitely a mainstay in my wardrobe, so when I saw this plaid suit from Eloquii, I was immediately drawn to it. I have tons of blazers, but this double breasted version is super chic. For an added little surprise the pockets have ruffle details and on the sleeves. I am wearing a size 20 in the blazer, and it had plenty of room in the arms. My biggest concern with jackets is having enough room along the back to ensure that I don't feel restricted. This was a perfect fit for me. All that was needed was to push up the sleeves and I was ready to go.

The pants are Eloquii's Kady pants (which I love), and the length on these were perfect. When it comes to my dress pants, I favor ones that hit at my ankle or slightly below. I wear a 16 in the Kady, and these had plenty of room in the thigh without feeling tight. What I also love about the Kady is that I can wear these high up on my waist so that I can wear a cute crop top like the one here and not feel overly exposed. 

With these being separates, I can easily wear the blazer alone with one of my favorite dresses, and pair the pants with a tee and sneakers. Not only are plaid suits big on the runway this season, but it's always a versatile piece that will never go out of style. Since I was running around attending events that day, I went with my slides from Aldo that I love so much. They pair well with the suit and just make the entire look effortlessly chic and comfortable. If you are in the market for a great statement flat mule, check out these from Aldo. 

What do you think lovers? Would you rock a plaid suit just because? Share in the comments. Muah!!!

Twinkle Twinkle

When asked how do I describe my style it's mix of classics with streetwear. I love having classics in my closet, but I still need fun statement pieces that just take my look to the next level. My last post shared a faux leather top, now I'm back with the classic moto jacket & for a bit of fun, a crop top!

Now this jacket is no stranger to the blog. This moto jacket from Who What Wear was the best $45 I ever spent. Even though it is faux leather, it's good quality faux leather. This jacket is probably a year old, and it shows no signs of cracking. Two sad moments, when your jeans get holes in the thigh from chub rub, and when your faux leather jacket starts to crack and peel. This jacket is still going strong. Even though this one no longer available, I have linked some other great options below. 

Now for a little edge, I wore Eloquii's faux leather crop top. I went with the top in a size 18 to make sure I had coverage, but since the back panel is made of a stretch ponte material, I think I could have sized down so it can be a bit more fitted. Knowing this, I can make some tweaks and adjustments to make the top even better. Another great thing I like about this top is that now that the temps are dropping I can wear this as a layering piece. I have a great white tunic blouse that would look cool with this on top. While some may not be comfortable baring their stomach, the great thing about this look is that with the right skirt or pants you will be covered. 

My boo Sometimes Glam let me rock her beautiful wrap skirt from her upcoming Spring collection for Astra Signature. I love that it is a wrap skirt, so you can tie it to bare as much or as little as you like. I like the fact that I can show a little leg. I always find it sexy when a woman is walking down the street and a slight breeze is blowing showing a nice amount of leg. The skirt itself is amazing. The quality of this skirt is really good. It's lightweight, but in no way sheer. The print is a stand out all in its own, but with my moto and crop top, it looks like an edgy fun dress. If you love maxi skirts, then you have to check this one out. 

I will admit, these days I have been not about wearing heels. With all the great flats and sneakers, why wear heels if I don't have to? The 90's may have been big on the mule, but in 2017, the flat statement mule or slide is definitely the move. I saw these cuties online, and said ok, those are fun. It wasn't until I saw these in person did I say ok, you must come home with me. The Aldo Dorriety comes in pink as well as black. I wish it came in a taupe or grey, that would be a nice alternative to black. Don't get me wrong, the pink is nice, but wearing a light pink suede shoe in NYC is a no no. These NY streets aint loyal and that shoe would get soo dirty. 

I had a twirltastic twinkle day. So lovers, what do you think???

Leather Lover

I am a big fan of leather. Option in plus were limited to just a jacket here and there, but the times have definitely changed. Besides great jackets, there are pants, tops, and skirts in real or faux leather that can make you look like a total sexy badass. 

For the second day of Curvy Con, I wanted to wear something sexy, but still be comfortable. Conventions call for tons of walking and talking, so I wanted to wear something that was easy to move in and can be a conversation starter. Cue this faux leather top from Eloquii. One shoulder tops have been HUGE this year, and as we shift gears into Fall, it completely make sense to start seeing them in other materials such as leather and suede. I am wearing a size 18, and the fit was spot on. The back panel is made of ponte, so you won't have to worry about overheating while slaying. 

When comfort comes to mind, I think about my pj's. There is no greater feeling than slipping on my favorite pj's after a long day. Now that pj's have been taken out of the bedroom and and now are a part of streetstyle you can enjoy the comfort of pj's while making the street's your runway. When I saw these pants in my daily email's from Lane Bryant, I just had to make them mine. The September capsule collaboration with Glamour's Magazine Lauren Chan is an ode to to the pijama trend. Tons of sliky based goodness in rich tones of burgandy and black. These wide leg pants were the standout in the collection in my opinion. Wide leg pants can be quite tricky when you are a member of team thick thighs, but my solution- I just size up. I want the pants to truly look flowy and oversized, so a size 18 accomplished my goal. The pants come with a tie belt so you can define your waist. Trust me when I say, the amount of compliments I received made this blogger smile from ear to ear (Especially from the beautiful Nia Jaxx from WWE).

As a native NY, wearing the right shoe makes the difference between enjoying the day out, or rushing to next available seat in order to relieve tired feet. These days, I limit my time in heels, but even though I may not be sky high, I'm not sacrificing style for comfort. Zara has been a great resource for the cutest accessories and shoes, and in some cases clothes (I need them to expand more of their assortment to XXL), but their shoes are still a favorite. Check these out because for $40 they are going to go quick. 

I spent Day 2 of Curvy Con listening in to great panels such as Dear Retailer, and listening to Lane Bryan't new designer talk about taking classic staples and amping them up for us plus size women. I also got a chance to check out some new lingerie from UK brand Curvy Kate. They had such sexy bras that go up to a K cup. Trust me when you are busty, trying to find a great bra that is still supportive is important. I checked out new fall arrivals from Macy's, Simply Be, Modcloth, and newcomer Premme. I'm pumped for Fall, and so ready for what's in store. What do you think of my Day 2 look? 

Dia & Co Fashion Show

I was super excited to get a chance to see Dia & Co's first fashion show at the Curvy Con. Co CEO of Dia & Co, Nadia Boujarwah shared that the company was to debut four new lines to their ever growing assortment. Earlier in the year, I was stoked to see pieces from the Rebel Wilson x Angels line, but the other's I was completely shocked and excited to see. 

Girl With Curves

Blogger Tanesha Awasthi teams forces with Dia to create a fun collection of updated classics. I love the blazer with slight ruffle hem, and stripes. 

Nanette Lepore

Nanette Lepore, the NY based brand know for prints and pretty dresses now has thrown their hat into plus size with her Nanette Nanette Lepore line. Expect lace, velvet, and pretty dresses. 

East Adeline

Love Parisian style? Then this brand is the brand for you. I'm a big fan of chunky sweaters that show a bit of skin, so that is on my get list. 

Molly & Isadora

A new denim line is here ladies, and her name Molly & Isadora. Look for distressed, classic skinnies in shades of blue and pops of color. I had a chance to try them at Curvy Con, and even though the rise was not as high as I would like, the denim was made of a good quality and the stretch hugged my curves. 

Rebel Wilson x Angels

The wait is over, Rebel Wilson's line is now available! My favorite is the cobalt suede moto and the fun 

Rachel Rachel Roy

No stranger to the blog, RRR Curvy is now at Dia & Co. The fall collection sports dark florals, asymmetrical tops and dresses. Since their debut a year ago, there is always something that I just have to add to cart.

Definitely head to Dia & Co to check out the new arrivals and get something from one of these lines in your next box. Muah!!

Bombers Away

Ok, your girl is back from her week off to attend all the events from NYFW. First thing that was on my list was Curvy Con. For Day 1, I wanted to keep it casually cute. So you know what that means- rocking sporty looking pieces. 

Gwynnie Bee
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The first day was all about the Dia & Co fashion show. With the weather being quintessentially fall, I went with this great bomber that I borrowed from Gwynnie Bee. The Rachel Rachel Roy maxi bomber is simply amazing. I love a good bomber, but this one takes it up a notch, not only because of the print and varsity inspired accents, but with it being a maxi, it stands apart from other's out there. I'm rocking out in a 2X and it fits like a glove. If you have yet to try Gwynnie Bee you need to start now. You can try this very jacket for free by using this code.

With the print of the jacket I thought it would be cool to pair it with this sporty tee shirt dress from Eloquii. The prints play well together since they are the same color base. The easiest way to mix prints is to go with a similar color palette. Black and white is always a great color combo that you can easily pair different prints with. The floral aesthetic of the bomber plays well with the stripes in the dress. A good tee shirt dress makes dressing easy. Just throw it on, and boom you are chic and you are ready to walk out of the door. I went with the 18 so that it wouldn't be too tight. It's made from a nice medium weight, stretchy material, so this is great to wear anytime. 

For accessories, I gave these earrings from Aldo a go. I have been loving their accessories and these are a great pair to have. They come in five colors, and for $15 you can stock up and not feel the least bit guilty. Get ready for tons of compliments, because these earrings are a conversation starter. I ended my look with these great booties from Eloquii. You take the classic bootie and add fun pearl accents, and you have the Harper. She is slightly wider than you average shoe which is great for these feet. I have a wide foot, so any time I can find a great shoe with adequate support and width they must be shared.

What do you think of my Day 1 look? Do you love the sporty vibes or is it the print mixing that you enjoy? Let me know in the comments, but stay tuned because I have pictures from Dia & Co Fashion Show. Muah lovers.