Plus Size
50% Off Clearance at Torrid.com
The Deal: 50% off Clearance at Torrid.com
The Lowdown: We love a good clearance section, and with another 50% off we’ve found our shopping jackpot. We like Torrid.com for trendy, current plus size pieces for juniors and up. This black short trench coat, for example, is perfect for fall, and is only $15.98 with the discounted clearance, and for something a little more fun? We like this bow-back banded-bottom top, in red, for $14.49.
Shop: Torrid.com
Plus Size Fashion at Target: Fall 2008
Finding plus size fashion that’s actually, well, fashionable, is always a challenge—but fortunately for us, a handful of budget-friendly retailers are starting to get the picture. Target, of course, is one, and this fall they’ve got plenty of trendy/stylish pieces to pick from, in sizes 16W-30W.
Some tips for wearing the pieces to their best advantage, couresty of Target:
~ Printed, voluminous tops are updated for fall and elongate the torso when paired with simple bootcut black trousers.
~ A deep scoopneck tank draws attention upward and looks flattering when layered with a cozy cardigan and slimming dark denim.
~ Empire waistlines create a slim silhouette, and sequin embellishments add just the right amount of glitz and glamour for a look that is feminine and chic.
~ Pleated button-down blouses in pretty jewel tones minimize the midsection and are universally flattering on a curvy figure.
Pieces now available:
Plus Size Mossimo Cardigan Sweater, $22.99
Plus Size Mossimo Denim Trouser, $29.99
Save 15% On Your Order at Avenue.com
The Deal: Get 15% off your order at Avenue.com
The Lowdown: Shop online at Avenue.com right now and get 15% off your order, which means that curvy girls can stock up for fall now, for less. A suggestion? We love the Multiples separates (like this Swing Jacket for $39.95) that make mixing and matching—and staying stylish for fall—so easy.
Shop: Avenue.com
Up to 60% Off at Avenue.com’s Summer Clearance: Daily Deal
The Deal: Save up to 60% off at Avenue.com during their Summer Clearance Sale
The Lowdown: Avenue carries sizes 14-32, and is a great place to stock up right now on summer basics (which, next summer, will make you very very happy). Great deals to look for? How about camis and tanks, in multiple colors, for $4.99-$9.99? Or classic chino bermuda shorts for $12.99?
If it’s shoes and accessories you crave, those are on sale too: check out these cute link thong sandals for $9.99, or a black fold-over snake clutch (which you could totally carry this fall) for $16.99.
Shop the Sale: Avenue.com
Online Only Sale at Lane Bryant
The Deal: Head to the the Get Fabulous Sale at LaneBryant.com and get 40% off your order. Use promo code 000409971 to save. The sale ends tomorrow.
What We Say: Lane Bryant is a great store for plus-sized women. They always have affordable prices on stylish clothing that complement a multitude of figures.
Check out some picks:
Pictured: The Printed smocked top, $44.50.
A new little black dress, perhaps? Embellished sleeveless dress, $59.50.
The Colorblock faux wrap dress has a surplice neckline, great for bigger bustlines. $49.50.
Site I Like: IGIGI
Yuliya Zeltser is a designer—a designer who actually designs clothing for plus size fashionistas (her sketches are available for viewing on the site). Yuliya’s designs aren’t mere copies of “mainstream” designers or simply larger sizes of designs proportioned to fit a size 6. No, she designs beautiful empire waist satin gowns, sexy stretch tops with strategically placed cut outs, and flare leg pants with slits up the side made specifically for those of us who wear a size 12 or higher. Yuliya’s focus on providing plus size fashionistas with true glamorous options can be seen in her design philosophy:
“When designing, I always imagine how a woman will feel in the garment,” comments Yuliya, “I try to determine if the clothes will make her more excited about where she is going. Will she feel more feminine, sensual and seductive?” she continues. “Many customers write to say my clothes make them feel virtually invincible, like a goddess. That’s what makes it all worthwhile to me.”
Though the items range in price ($30-$50 for a top, $60-$200 for dresses), they’re pieces that you’ll actually want to wear over and over again.
Shop IGIGI.com
Fashion Advice: Plus Size Hosiery
Dear Budget Fashionista:
Hi! I’ve just started getting into “fashion” hose and tights in order to liven up my boring lawyer wardrobe. However, I have a few problems. First, I am 5’3” and weight in at about 185, so it’s hard to find hose in this size. Second, I live in a pretty un-trendy town, and I was wondering if you could suggest some online retailers for this type of thing?
Try these online stores for fashionable plus size hosiery:
Torrid.com—Although they’re fashion skews more towards the whole skater chick look, this online and mall based store has a solid selection of fashion forward, plus size legwear—from fishnets to opaque tights.
Lane Bryant.com- Good old LB has a large selection of hosiery for plus size women, including the Spanx brand. Plus you can often find coupon codes for free shipping or discounts online.
Hanes Online—Wade through the poor site design, to find an amazing selection of hoisery—both fashion and regular for a great price.
Also try the dancewear companies like Danskin and Capezio which at times carry fashionable plus size tights. Also take a quick look in your local Wal-Mart and Target, both of which carry fashion tights in plus sizes.
Now as far as telling if a site is reputable or not, do a google search on the site and what type of information comes up. You can also check out the sites like shopzilla and shopping.com which often post customer reviews of various ecommerce sites.
Event: Curvy Girls Night Out…The Ultimate Plus Size Shopping Event
Monif C. Plus Sizes, www.monifc.com, Presents the Curvy Girls Night Out . . . The Ultimate Plus Size Shopping Event. The Curvy Girls Night Out is the first ever shopping experience catering exclusively to plus size women. Customers will have the opportunity to shop the Monif C. line at 15 - 50% off, get pampered by spa sponsors including Luxe Studio and Walker’s Apothecary, a 5-hour open bar sponsored by Hpnotiq, and a gift bag including products from SkinMilk, SeaBreeze, Soft Lips, and Revival Soy.
May 12, 2006, 5pm - 10pm
The Westside Loft, 336 W. 37th, btwn. 8th & 9th Avenues, New York City
Admission: $20
www.monifc.com
Your $20 Advance Ticket Includes:
~ 15 - 50% OFF! Intense Shopping of the Monif C. line, including previously sold out styles and never before seen styles, a plus size
fashionista’s dream!
~ 5 hours of complimentary cocktails!
~ Endless beauty treatments and giveaways by sponsors including mini manicures, blowouts, makeup applications, and massages!
~ A gift tote CHOCKFUL of products and goodies!
~ Celebrity guests and many more treats to be announced!
Tickets can be purchased at www.monifc.com or by calling 732.589.8023
Fashion Advice: Slimming Down a Bigger Bottom
Dear Budget Fashionista:
I am a size 14 and very self conscious of the way I look (because of the size of my hips) and I feel I need to wear long tops or jumpers to cover up. What kind of tops should I wear with long skirts?
A: There’s a tendency for us to think that MuuMuus will some how hide our figure issues, when in reality big oversize shirts add bulk to your frame. Most people don’t realize that tailored tops and blazers actually make you look slimmer by defining your curves.
Try these tips to slim down your lower half:
- wear a darker color on your bottom half (black, blue, etc.) and a light color like cream, gray, and white on top. This will draw attention away from your bottom half.
- look for tops blazers that hit you at the bottom of your backside—this tends to be the smallest part of your hip area.
- If your thighs are larger than your hips, then look for longer, duster type jackets.
- Avoid slim fitting pants and opt for pants that fall straight from the waist or bootcut pants to balance your hips.
The tops you wear with a longer skirt depends on the shape of the skirt. If the skirt is A line, you might want to wear a nice cardigan set. If the skirt is straight, you might want to wear a nice white dress shirt (tucked in) from a store like the Gap or Old Navy. Pair the skirt with a nice pair of heeled boots (to give the skirt a bit of flare) and great accessories like a beaded necklace. All shirts should be fitted and shapely.
Queen Latifah in Talks to Do Line at Wal-Mart
I just got a scoop from a fabulous new friend who is a major player in the plus size world regarding Queen Latifah and Wal-Mart. Apparently the plus size diva (who looks absolutely FABULOUS in the her new movie “Last Holiday”) is in talks with the superstore to do a fashionable plus size line, possibly an extension on her deal with Curvation, an intimate apparel line for plus size women owned by Vanity Fair Corp., parent company of such brands as Wrangler, Nautica and The North Face. Since the partnership with QL, the brand has been a hot seller at Wal-Marts across the country. A good move for Wal-Mart, who really needs the good PR that QL brings. I still think they need to have Marc Jacobs do a line.
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