Archive June 2014 | Style Plus Curves - A Chicago Plus Size Fashion Blog

A Day at the Beach: Romping in a Retro Plussize Swimsuit from Kiyonna

It’s finally swimsuit season in Chicago for real, and I’m celebrating by taking this Kiyonna Sand and Glam retro plussize swimsuit to the beach. In my last swimsuit post, I listed 5 adorable fatkinis, and I included this one from Kiyonna because, even though it’s not technically a two piece, it still gives the illusion of a bare midriff…and it’s got that awesome retro feel that I love so much!

The all-over ruching and criss-cross front with the mesh insert are details that make this suit stand out, and the color is just the fresh pop of glam for that sand!

Ruching can always be a little temperamental, so play around with it until you get in in a spot that you like! And there’s no underwire in this style, so it could present a challenge to chesty ladies who need a bit more support. But if you’re looking for a cute, retro swimsuit to romp around the beach in this summer, put the Kiyonna Sand and Glam plussize swimsuit on the list! 

JORD Wood Watches: Natural watches with fashionable flair

I’ve become obsessed with watches in the past few months….seriously, I went from 1 old one in the bottom of my jewelry box to 4 amazing ones that I rotate from day to day. One of my newest acquisitions is an amazing JORD wood watch. JORD is all Swedish-like, meaning earth, soil and land…And that describes their philosophy perfectly. They search the world for gorgeous sustainable natural materials and woods that can be crafted into one-of-a-kind watches that look stylish and modern. Check out their collection…and try not to swoon!

I chose the Fieldcrest watch in Maple, since I wanted something light, fresh and modern for the summer. I fell in love with it the first time I put it on, and it has become a summer staple!

Look at the amazing wood grain in the maple—and the white details are so fresh!

Soooo cool. Get yourself or your fella one of these watches immediately…and OH YEAH….It’s a perfect gift idea for Father’s Day! Amp up your Dad’s style with a funky, cool JORD watch.