May is almost at an end. Memorial Day, the unofficial start of summer is a little over a week away and the temperatures have FINALLY gotten warmer!! YAY!! During the summer I’m usually in sleeveless dresses and tops. The warmth of the sun on my shoulders is such a great feeling. After YEARS of hiding… Continue reading Springing into Summer with Avenue
Having professed a penchant for pretty paisley prints, I’m thrilled to see what Avenue is offering for their Spring/Summer collection. I just love the vibrant colors and patterns… perfect for the warm weather Apparently there are lots of other fans of paisley because this ruffle-hemmed sleeveless top is completely sold out Fortunately there are other choices….… Continue reading Pretty in Paisley with Avenue
Do you know blogger Sarah Sapora of Sarah Plus Life? If not, you might want to become acquainted with her. She’s absolutely gorgeous, has such an upbeat attitude and great style. I’m personally not crazy about how she sometimes conflates weight loss with improving her health… which she’s been pursing in the last year…. but… Continue reading Trolling’s Unwise, No Matter Your Size
As a fat woman who wears size 26/28 and sometimes 30/32, it’s disappointing when clothes are promised to be for “all women” but the size charts belie that promise. It’s a topic I’ve written on several times before when Old Navy, Kelly Osbourne and Melissa McCarthy launched collections that did not fit all bodies. I’m… Continue reading #AllMeansALL!!!
Hi Beauties! On Thursday, I had the pleasure of attending the launch event for WynneLayers. Designed by Marla Wynne and her daughter, Sydney, the collection features loose, light, flowing pieces in soft, coordinating colors to mix and match … perfect for Spring and Summer! I love Marla’s designs but didn’t think any would fit me since I… Continue reading WynneLayers Launch
Hi Beautiful People! I hope you’re all doing well and enjoying the year thus far.February feels like it’s zipping by! Don’t know about where you live but it was COLD here this morning so I wore one of my favorite tunics by Ellos from fullbeauty.com. It’s so warm and I love the deep wine color… Continue reading OOTD – Art and Wine (tunic)
November is one of my favorite months. The days turn brisk and cold and it’s the start of the holidays. In a few days, I’ll celebrate my 54th birthday and still say that it’s never too late to overcome one’s fear of trying new things… Like getting my hair cut short… … and wearing 2-piece swimsuits I’m… Continue reading Another Year Older…
5 years ago, during New York Fashion Week, Avenue Plus Size Clothing Shop held a runway show for customers at its Third Avenue store to showcase the upcoming collection. The models were all approximately size 12/14 which prompted a woman, standing next to me, to say aloud what I was thinking: “I wanna see what those clothes… Continue reading On a Body Like Mine
I love the look and feel of Avenue’s VIP Knits and this Mixed Animal Hi Lo Dress from the collection is no exception. The colors are perfect for fall yet the fabric is lightweight and comfortable enough for warmer temperatures. As the days get cooler, I’ll pair it with a shrug or cardigan but today… Continue reading OOTD: Avenue VIP
When I was younger, there weren’t many stylish clothing choices for plus size women much less for women who wore extended sizes. If there had been, perhaps I wouldn’t have hidden behind oversized dresses and tops. Then again, I might have still hidden since that was more about my lack of self love and esteem… Continue reading Ashley Nell Tipton for JC Penney
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