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March 17, 2016 in Plus Size Style

#GIRLBOSS OOTD: Coral Plus Size Sheath Dress

Dressing like a #GIRLBOSS is as easy as 1. Picking a dress in a bold color and a classic shape 2. Carrying a structured bag big enough to tote your spare shoes and 3. A great pair of shoes. Since my daily work wardrobe is pretty conservative, I try to invest in quality pieces that will last along time and I won’t be fidgeting with during meetings. That quest led me to discover Classiques Entier, which is one of Nordstrom’s house designed brands. These dresses are SO DREAMY and feel absolutely amazing when you slip them on. I don’t know what kind of magic their pattern makers are using, but fit of these dresses are incredible. I couldn’t resist this Classiques Entier Bateau Neck Italian Ponte Knit Sheath Dress in this beautiful, bright coral color when I saw it in the store. I already have the same one in black, but look…CORAL!!!

Plus Size Blogger Amber from Style Plus Curves wears a Plus Size Dress, Coral Bateau Sheath Dress from Classiques Entier

Classiques Entier Bateau Neck Italian Ponte Knit Plus Size Sheath Dress; Kate Spade Bag; Stuart Weitzman Nude Peep Toe Pumps

The dress has a bateau neckline in the front and a v-neck in the back — which makes this style so sophisticated and elegant! The seaming at the waist packs some kind of shaping power – perhaps because of the rounded seaming at the bust? Three-quarter length sleeves and a knee length hem complete the elegant, confident #girlboss look I am going for when I wear this dress!

March 10, 2016 in Plus Size Style

Feeling Like a Goddess in this Plus Size Draped Maxi Dress

Plus size fashion has come a long way in the past few years! I distinctly remember the moment – 2 years ago – that I found this plus size One Shouldered Drape Maxi Dress from City Chic at my local Nordstrom. Nordstrom had just started carrying the Australian brand, and I was so thrilled to find young, modern and more affordable plus size dresses within my reach. It was a big deal and in my mind, truly revealed the coming changes in the plus size retail industry.

Plus Size Blogger Style Plus Curves in Plus Size Maxi Dress from City Chic, One Shouldered Drape Maxi Dress, plus size black dress

City Chic One Shoulder Drape Plus Size Maxi Dress; Rag & Bone Gold Boots; Betsey Johnson Lightening Bolt Clutch

I wore this strikingly modern black drape dress to Chicago Latino Fashion Week in 2013 and experienced one of the highs of my life in fashion. Everyone — and I mean everyone — thought that I was a designer or one of the models in the show. Paired with bold accessories like these Gold Boots from Rag & Bone and this Lightening Bolt Pink and Gold clutch and these bright aqua blue earrings, and I felt like a goddess.

Sadly, this dress is no longer in stock, but you can check out City Chic’s Other Fab Maxi Dresses here or visit Nordstrom’s website here.

It was a great night, and this dress made it even more special. The draping, the modern loose fit and the unexpected details make this a dress that I’ll be keeping for years to come!

February 19, 2016 in Plus Size Style

2 Ways to Wear a Black Chunky Knit Sweater

I usually shy away from chunky knit sweaters…something about them has always had me feeling frumpy whenever I tried one on. However, I’ve been trying to go for more simple, stream-lined outfits lately and thought I’d work with a fashion staple like this one. This Ellos Black Chunky Knit Sweater is from Fullbeauty.com, and I was so surprised when I put it on! It wasn’t frumpy at all. In fact, I felt oh-so-chic! So here are 2 ways that I came up with to wear a chunky knit sweater–one is more classic and the other is funky and fun!

First up… a classic and chic black and white look.

Plus Size Blogger Amber in plus size black sweater, plus size white skinny jeans, fur hat

Ellos Black Chunky Knit Sweater; Woman Within Tall Stretch Skinny Jeans; Comfortview Fringe Boots all c/o Fullbeauty.com

Next, I wanted something a little funky and fun…so I added a sequin skirt, a cat hat and a funky bag!

Plus Size Blogger Amber in plus size black sweater,sequin skirt, wide calf over the knee boots, cat hat and Betsey Johnson Bag

Ellos Black Chunky Knit Sweater; Jessica London Sequin Skirt c/o Fullbeauty.com
Black OTK Boots via Lane Bryant; Cat Beanie via Nordstrom; Betsey Johnson Bag via Marshall’s

But if quirky accessories aren’t your thing, this outfit looks good by itself too!

Plus Size Blogger Amber in plus size black sweater,sequin skirt, wide calf over the knee boots

January 14, 2016 in Plus Size Style

Plus Size Winter Wear: Sweater Tunic and Leather Jeggings

It’s not often that I can say my outfit is comfortable, practical, WARM and stylish all at the same time…but this one is! I’m going for sleek, modern and minimalist look with this silhouette–the grey sweater tunic and black faux leather leggings have simple lines, but together have a strong graphic impact. You can tell I was totally feeling myself in this!

Amber from Style Plus Curves in a Plus Size Winter Outfit featuring Halogen Grey Cowl Neck Sleeveless Sweater Tunic and Leather Jeggings

Plus Size Halogen Sleeveless Cowl Neck Sweater Tunic via Nordstrom; Black Faux Leather Jeggings via Lane Bryant; Nine West Peep Toe Wedges via Ross; Kate Spade Shoulder Bag via Nordstrom; Prada Sunglasses via Nordstrom

October 20, 2015 in Plus Size Style

Perfect Plus Size Suede Skirt from Simply Be

Plus size suede skirts are no longer a fantasy for curvy girls! This season, with 70s Boho Chic popping up in collections everywhere, I’m thrilled to report that I found the PERFECT plus size suede skirt! I don’t use the term perfect very often, but it definitely applies to this Plus Size A-Line Suede Skirt from Simply Be. It’s a rich camel suede with bright brass buttons down the front…and it’s the perfect mid to high-thigh length (that is, if you’re comfortable showing a lot of leg!). There is little to no stretch though, so if you are at the high end of your size, you might want to size up! I ordered a US18/UK22 and it was just this side of being too tight!

Plus Size Blogger Amber from Style Plus Curves wearing a plus size suede skirt from Simply Be and Over-the-knee boots from Lane Bryant

Because it’s on the shorter side, and I don’t want to show too much skin, I paired it with these awesome Over-the-Knee Suede Boots from Lane Bryant. Together, they create a nice visual effect that’s not too risque and still fun and flirty.

Plus Size Suede A-Line Skirt via Simply Be; Over the Knee Boots via Lane Bryant;
Striped Top via Nordstrom; Peruvian Woven bag — gifted

I could have gone with a solid black top with this skirt, but I thought a stripe would be a bit more daring. So let me challenge you to do something unexpected with your outfit this week! Mix a print in with a short A-line skirt and over-the-knee boots.