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Flashback Friday: BB Dakota Plus Size Bodycon Dress from Gwynnie Bee

It’s Flashback Friday, and I stumbled across this ridiculously cool shoot from over a year ago — never-posted! This is a great and oh-so-tough BB Dakota Plus Size Bodycon Dress that I closeted from Gwynnie Bee — the best plus size clothes subscription service out there. The crazy black and white print on the jacquard fabric creates a strange optical illusion — it’s so cool, it hurts!

Plus Size Blogger Amber from Style Plus Curves in a BB Dakota Plus Size Bodycon Dress from Gwynnie Bee

 BB Dakota Plus Size Bodycon Dress via Gwynnie Bee

Even though this dress isn’t currently available on the Gwynnie Bee closet site, you can purchase it for a significant discount in the Gwynnie Bee Store! That’s another advantage to this plus size clothing service — any of the styles you see on the site or try at home are also available for purchase! So if you love something, you never have to send it back! And you can go directly to the store and see what’s available there too. If you’re interested, you can sign up for Gwynnie Bee HERE
Plus Size Blogger Amber from Style Plus Curves in a Black and White BB Dakota Plus Size Bodycon Dress from Gwynnie Bee

The sporty design of this dress just makes you feel tough! I was working those shades and giving major attitude during this photoshoot!

Plus Size Blogger Amber from Style Plus Curves in a BB Dakota Plus Size Bodycon Dress from Gwynnie Bee

Plus Size Blogger Amber from Style Plus Curves in a BB Dakota Plus Size Bodycon Dress from Gwynnie Bee

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

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

3 Easy Steps for a Plus Size #GirlBoss Work Outfit

Let’s hear it for all of the amazing plus size #GirlBosses out there! How do you look fabulous at the office, and still look professional? Here’s 3 easy steps that I follow when dressing for the office…
3 Easy Steps to a Plus Size #GirlBoss Wardrobe by Amber from Style Plus Curves

First, pick dresses or tops strong colors that flatter your skin tone and show your shape, but can still be considered modest. Next, find a great bag in an unexpected color that is large enough to fit an extra pair of shoes for your commute, all of your daily essentials and your electronics. The 3rd essential part of a #GirlBoss outfit is of course…shoes! Choose shoes that make a statement–such as a unique animal print–but opt out of the sky-high strappy heels. Try to find shoes that you won’t be limping in by the end of the day. I’m the first to admit that I don’t always follow my own advice to “wear shoes that are comfortable to walk in,” but I’m trying!

Plus Size Blue Dress by Tahari on Amber from Style Plus Curves with Kate Spade purse
Outfit: Tahari by ASL Cobalt Dress via Macy’s; Prada Sunglasses via Sunglass Hut; Kate Spade Camel Bag via KateSpade.com; Animal Print wedges via a shoe boutique in Charleston

This Tahari by ASL Dress is an absolute dream! I got it on sale at Macy’s but sadly, it’s no longer available. But I did spot a few left on 6pm.com, so check here to see if they have your size!

It’s such an amazing rich cobalt blue color, in a shape that is ridiculously flattering. The hem is just above the knee for me (I’m 5’9), and the 3/4 length sleeves are perfect for an all-season dress like this. Gold details at the neckline and the cap of the tie belt add some extra pizzazz that is perfectly set off by gold accessories.

Plus Size Blue Dress by Tahari on Amber from Style Plus Curves with Kate Spade purse

What are you wearing to the office these days? I want to know! Post a comment or shoot me an email with your recommendations for killin’ it as a boss lady at the office!