In June, I was lucky enough to make it to New York City for 3 incredible plus size fashion events: the Golden Confidence Pool Party, Full Figured Fashion Week, and Curvy Con! It was my first time at all three events, and I felt like I had died and gone to plus size heaven! It was one of the most exciting, supportive and beautiful experiences of my life. And Curvy Con capped the week off with a fabulous shopping expo, amazing panels, and great after-parties.
This 2 day event was created by the lovely Chastity Garner of GarnerStyle.com and CeCe Olisa of Plus Size Princess. I managed to snap a picture with them and my favorite side kick of the weekend Amanda from Latest Wrinkle between sessions!
And I loved all the cute photo ops and backdrops throughout the space! This one was a favorite!
Have mentioned the shopping?? Loved the curated selections from all the heavy hitters in plus size fashion today…Simply Be, Eloquii, JC Penny, Asos Curve, Fashion to Figure and many others!
Overall, it was an absolutely lovely event, and I will definitely try to go back next year when they move the event to Fashion Week in September!! SO EXCITED already!!!! xoxoxoxo
Plus size jumpsuits are totally having a moment right now! After a few false starts, so many retailers have found the perfect formula to fit and flatter plus size curves with innovative, fun and trendy jumpsuit designs. And all of these jumpsuits have led to this moment in time. THIS JUMPSUIT from ELOQUII is the absolute best version of a jumpsuit that has existed since the beginning of time. Am I exaggerating? NO. I love love love love this cropped denim style. It’s adorable and a little funky and totally on trend.
It’s been a while since I posted about my love for Gwynnie Bee and what an awesome resource it is for plus size fashionistas who want variety in their closets! But I thought it was time to feature it again, since there’s so much happening over at the “hive” and they are turning 4 years old! A ton of new lines have been added and the Gwynnie Bee selection is out of this world! {Check out Gwynnie Bee Here, if you’re interested!}
Eloquii is one of their recent acquisitions, and I am thrilled, since that line is on the pricier side, and I love having access to so many of their fabulous pieces for one monthly rate. This allows me to play around with many different looks and take chances with my fashion, without the financial investment…and without taking up permanent space in my closet! Here’s a recent example of a fun outfit I put together with the Eloquii Slick Scuba Hi Lo Skirt from Gwynnie Bee. It’s got a ton of French Flair, n’est pas?
Eloquii Slick Scuba Hi Lo Skirt from Gwynnie Bee; Sejour Black Striped Tee; ASOS Pom Pom Heels
The scuba knit fabric of this Eloquii skirt is heavier and you can definitely tell it’s higher quality. The under skirt is shorter, and the front panel is split to reveal flashes of your legs underneath — so it’s modest, but with a hint of sex appeal. Oh, and of course…for all of you pocket-lovers out there, there are pockets at the hip. Eloquii always runs small (I learned that from trying on so many Gwynnie Bee items!) so be sure to order a size up!
Just spotted a Buy One Get One Free sale on dresses, skirts and jumpsuits at Eloquii.com with the code HAPPY. SO many cute looks.
Here are some I’m putting in my cart!
Studio Pearl Shoulder Peplum Dress
What’s more classic than a black pencil skirt and a white top? But add some neon pumps, some quirky jewelry and leather accents, and you have a modern, fun twist on a classic outfit. Perfect for injecting some creativity in the daily grind of my office wardrobe.
This great plussize Calvin Klein top from Macy’s has mesh inserts at the shoulder and some wrap ruching details that walk the line between sporty and classic. And I absolutely love this leather panel pencil skirt I scored at Eloquii before they transitioned to an online store. The funky beaded necklace I picked up at Forever21 for almost nothing…and the neon peep toe heels were a great find from DSW last season. Who says fashion has to always be new???
When you want to add a bit of fun to an outfit–with a statement necklace and statement heels, keep the rest of your outfit simple and classic. That’s the way to really make it pop!