Cuddly Warm

With the colder weather coming in, one's thoughts turn to how to keep warm but still look smart.

I think this may be part of the answer.   The return of capes!

I find they're so versatile - and always add a dash of style to any outfit.

I do like this latest Cape from Maggie T  Their catalogue is terrific this season - have a visit to their website.

A bit of a lift!

I love beautiful bras.  I love being able to buy beautiful bras.  Big bras.  And when it comes to swimsuits, I love swimsuits that enhance and lovingly caress the body.

So it's nice to see that Evans are presently having a sale - yes!  Sales are still going on around the world.   And they ship to Australia!!!!!!

Visit their website and feast your eyes on many specials.

Here are a few to whet your appetite.

To the office!

Dressing for the office was never so good.   No longer dull, uninteresting, unimaginative clothes for a professional look.

It makes me even wish a little that I was still going TO the office every day, instead of working from home, just to show off some of the "corporate" look fashion that is around.

This is from Igigi,   The Farrah Jacket accompanied by skirt and shirt.  Don't you agree that this outfit is smart?  Really smart?   And I love the contrast of the shirt and handbag.

Beautiful colour combinations

Dresses have made an impact upon the current fashion scene.  And it looks as though they're here for a while.

Monif C has recently come out with block colour dresses that really are stunning.   Feast your eyes on these two examples.

Getting ready for Winter?

It's March here, and while it doesn't seem to be any sense in the weather at the moment, reality tells us that we should be thinking of getting some new and exciting clothes for Autumn/Winter.   Don't ask me what happened to Summer, because I honestly don't know.  Did it come and go while I wasn't looking?

But let's get back to some nice clothes - visit Sybils website and see what is on offer here in Australia.  This is a great supplier (has been one of my favourites for years) - perhaps you will find something to your liking, either for everyday wear or for some special function or event.

Black drape neck viscose spandex top and blue, black and purple printed poly spandex 8 gored pull-on skirt.

Some more favourites!

I find it fascinating how Igigi keeps coming up with some stunning dresses.  In new and favourite styles, and in a fantastic array of colours. 

Now me, I love the red winey colours.   And this morning I've discovered two different dresses which would suit me admirably.  These come under the heading of Work Dresses.

Firstly the Cheryl Wrap Dress in Magenta  Read what Igig's website says:  If you like the iconic DVF wrap dress, then you'll love our rendition of a true wrap dress that incorporates a bright spring coloring with a flared skirt and side seam pockets for extra comfort. Add a fun colored clutch and wedges for day or strappy nude pumps with turquoise jewels by night.

Then there's the Donna Dress in Wild Rose.  Again the blurb:  You'll look femme fabulous in this curve flattering front knot dress. The bodice is designed to fit a variety of bust sizes, while the of-trend hue becomes you. Style with a colorful cuff and a pair of shimmering metallic pumps.

 

Colours of the Sky

Block colours seem to be following us from one season to another.  And some "takes" on colour blocking are interesting to say the least.

Here's a lovely dress from Lane Bryant USA 

And this is the write up blurb:   Diagonal Colorblock Dress, Curvy Fashion Find Of The Day

Silky sleeveless dress takes on a sexy new slant with slimming diagonal lines and a trendy colorblock motif. Makes the most of your curves with a V-neckline, bust darts and an elastic waist with coordinating tie belt. Fully lined.

The "dress" has certainly returned, in all it's femininity and prettiness.   For many plus sizers though, the thought of a dress isn't so exciting because who wants to look at thick legs?


But think outside of the square - there are some lovely leggings and boots around and dresses matched up with these two accessories, can really make a definite statement about who you are and how confident you feel in taking advantage of the dresses on the market.

I found another website this morning http://www.style369.com  This company is having a "Sale".  We are certainly being spoiled with all the sales at the moment.  Get in quick!

What happened to Summer?

If you live in the Eastern States you'll know what I'm talking about.  Most of us didn't even have the change of getting our swimsuits out of the chest of drawers, let alone put them on!  Here I am sitting in front of my computer all rugged up as though it were early Winter rather than the 9th March.

But a funny thing happened.  March arrived without any fanfare, and officially we're now in Autumn, but no one has told us - certainly not the weather.   I guess though we should have realised it with all the flooding rains we've been getting, coupled with the strong winds.

So don't let the opportnity pass, without getting in on the act and celebrating the fact that we need to pamper ourselves with some nice clothes - as the McCain ad says, "You're worth it".

Our local Big Time Clothing has some new garments announcing the commencement of Autumn.   Visit their website and choose an outfit that will suit your needs during the coming months.

Colour, colour, colour

It's so maddening when we can't find bright, vivid, loud and bold colours for our plus-size "cold weather: clothing.  Occasionally though a supplier thinks the same as we do, and brings out fantastic colour schemes.

I found this dress on the website of Navabi this morning.  They call it the Psychaedelic dress.  No wonder!

Flattering your figure

I just love it when fashion designers/suppliers provide us with ideas on "how to" flatter our figure.  Being able to visualise clothes having seen what the experts suggest, makes it so much easier when we go to shop or even to mix-n-match what we already have in the wardrobe.

This is an example of what I mean.   It's from Navabi.com.uk http://www.navabi.co.uk

It's supposed to be summer!

The weather world wide is a little bit crazy.   The USA is experiencing very nasty tornadoes; Russia is in the midst of winter;  did I hear that it was snowing in Rome?   Here in Australia, there are floods - throughout Queensland, New South Wales and Victoria.  After a drought that lasted almost 15 years, we're now receiving the rains, coupled with strong winds and lower temperatures than normal.

And the cold weather brings us to the point in looking around our wardrobe for nice, comfy, warmer clothes.  Many of us need to brighten our wardrobe up a bit, because our "favourites" have been with us for not only one year but two, three or even more.  That's what comes of being plus size and finding something really nice - we wear it til it becomes almost thread-bare!  But think outside the square - and see what's available overseas - you'll be pleasantly surprised.

You'll notice that I frequently highlight garments from Igigi - this supplier has some beautiful garments that would suit us for every occasion.  Take time to visit their website.