MIXED MEDIA SWEATER DRESS | PLAYING WITH FASHION

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“I’ll stop wearing black when they make a darker color.” _ Wednesday Addams

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Monday’s Child” is one of many popular as nursery rhymes for children. It is supposed to tell a child’s character or future based on the day of birth and to help young children remember the seven days of the week. As with all nursery rhymes, there are many versions.  Below is one of the common modern versions.

Monday’s child is fair of face,

Tuesday’s child is full of grace,

Wednesday’s child is full of woe,

Thursday’s child has far to go,

Friday’s child is loving and giving,

Saturday’s child works hard for a living,

But the child who is born on the Sabbath dayIs bonnie and blithe and good and gay.

What if Wednesday’s child wasn’t  full of woe.  What is Wednesday’s child was just a little mixed up like my dress?  I have my dress on backwards.  Shhhhhhhh don’t tell anyone, lol.  This Rachel Roy MIXED MEDIA SWEATER DRESS has such beautiful button details I just had to put them on display.  I knew from the first time I tried this cutie on I was going to wear the button in the front.  That’s one of the great things about fashion,  You can play around with it.  Sometimes you’ll have hits and sometime you’ll have misses.  Taking the chance on wearing the buttons in the front for me was a real hit!  The ever flattering fit and flare silhouette works very well with the ruffle above the knee hemline.  That same ruffle detailing and mesh details at the shoulders is nothing less than the basic black dress upgrade.  Rachel Roy’s MIXED MEDIA SWEATER DRESS V neckline works great for the office in heels or on the weekend paired with oxfords.

Clothing should be fun and show your personality.  This dress can be done up so many ways.  I can see a curvy girl rocking a look with pearls with Breakfast At Tiffany’s as inspiration.   I was really feeling, black dress icon, Wednesday Friday Addams vibes.   I decided to do very nude makeup application as a homage to the pale one.  If you were wondering no I’m not a Wednesday’s child.  I’m a Saturday’s child that works hard for a living!  What’s child are you?  Do you like how I played with this gorgeous dress by wearing it backwards with the buttons in the front?  Would you wear it this way?  How do you play around with fashion?

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Dress compliments of the Rachel Roy brand however; All opinions are my own.

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8 Must Have White Pieces For A Curvy Summer

 

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“I think the biggest challenge is being all things to all plus-size women.” ― Monif C.

 

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Pioneer Shift Dress

Sleeveless styled dress with a collared neckline.  Front button down closure.

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Playful dot patterning and bell sleeves define the retro appeal of a pristine lace sheath that exudes summertime charm.

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Clip Dot Belted Shirtdress

Threaded metallic “dots” and the shirtdress is party-ready. Pockets. Matching self-tie belt. Buttons to just below waist. Sewn-in tank dress lining..

 

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Riviera Linen Pants

Linen pants neatly tailored in a wide leg silhouette with elasticized waistband

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Peekaboo-sheer eyelet lace at the front with a flouncy peplum style has a supersoft modal knit in back..

 

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Crotchet High Neck One Piece 

Perfect for your next pool party or day at the beach, this Women’s Plus Size Stripe Crochet High Neck One Piece Swimsuit in White from Clean Water is the swimsuit of your dreams. With a flattering silhouette and chic details, this one piece swimsuit is a must.

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Enjoy a look that’s fashion-forward and feminine in this mark midi skirt with 2-pocket pleated, flowy design.

 

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Modern fit skinny leg style jean with a rise waist.

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Do you plan on going to an all white party this year?

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5 Must Have Pieces From The Lane Bryant X Prabal Gurung collaboration

 “The woman who’s unafraid of how she feels about herself has always been my inspiration.”

_ Prabal Gurung

These are my the top 5 picks from the Lane Bryant X Prabal Gurung collaboration inspired by #ThisBody

ZIP-FRONT SHEATH DRESS BY PRABAL GURUNG

FLORAL BLOUSE  & FLORAL CIRCLE SKIRT 

TRENCH COAT

LB updateWIDE-LEG JUMPSUIT

See the full collection here!

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Dating While Internet Famous

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“Man I can understand how it might be
Kinda hard to love a girl like me
I don’t blame you much for wanting to be free
I just wanted you to know” _ Kanye West (Famous)

 

I’ve a few people as about my dating status my post on my first date at the museum.  Well that when nowhere.  I found it very hard to date as a blogger.  Let me know blame blogger it could be this age of social media.  I’m in a Instagram profile like 92 weeks ago like oh hell nah.  Yes I’m that girl, lol.  I’m all on a Twitter post from 2014 thinking why is he tweeting about having to pay child support.  I have to do better.

In this social media is age the first thing a person will sometimes ask you for is your Instagram.  Even before your phone.  I had this one guy see I was a blogger and ask if I could promote this mixtape.  Dude I’m not part of your street team.  Or worst they think I’m going to blast them over my social channels. That would be a no.

Well that’s the dry update on my dating status, lol.  I’m going to start using a few dating apps in March.  I’ll let you guys know how that goes. In other news I found a face mask that I’m loving. You can read about it here.

 

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I LOVE A DRESS WITH POCKETS

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There is something special about a dress with pockets.   I love them.  They make me feel like I’m on top of the world.  Pockets can take a dress from yes to yassssss!  I have a few dresses with pockets.  In the past one might say my obsession with pockets have left my wallets somewhat flat.  However, Gwynnie Bee help with all that.  Gwynnie Beee is an online women’s clothing rental subscription service for sizes 10-32.

 

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I’ll basically rent my wardrobe from Gwynnie Bee.  I’m excited to share this.  I get an endless  supply of stylish fashion options for one monthly fee.  GB offers free shipping both ways (LOVE THAT) and unlimited clothing exchanges.  This is a blessing for a girl like me that goes to many events and is always looking for something new to wear.  Or even a woman who likes to try before they buy.

Shopping takes me to my happy place, =).  Thanks to Gwynnie Bee I can now go to my happy place daily and my purse won’t take a hit.  I wanted to share these with my community because I often hear comments about the cost of plus size clothes.  I feel the pain too!  I want nice outfits but paying $100 to $200 for one look is to much.

With Gwynnie Bee you can pick from trendy, casual and professional dresses, tops and bottoms.  The pieces come in range of brands to like Eloquii, City Chic, Asos Curve, Junarose, Adrianna Papell and Modamix just to name a few.

The Gwynnie Bee subscription is very simple.  It’s only takes 4 steps.  Ok, 5 if you decided to keep your rental.  Gwynnie Bee even takes care of the laundering the clothes when they’re returned.  #winning

 

Sign up HERE to get your first month free on me!

 

 

 

 

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You can find dresses with pockets here

 

 

 

 

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7 Golden Globes 2017 looks I love

 

2017 Golden Globes had more misses than hits when it came to fashions.  I was able to collect 7 looks that were standouts and had me like yasssssssss!!! In no order below are the 7 Golden Globes 2017 looks I love.

 

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Mandy Moore in  Naeem Khan dress and Neil Lane jewels.

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Tracee Ellis Ross wore a strapless embellished Zuhair Murad dress with pumps and rows of rings by Noudar, L’Dezen by Payal Shah, Yeprem, Kavant & Sharart, and Hueb.

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Ruth Negga wore a Louis Vuitton dress and a Fred Leighton cuff

 

 

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Blake Lively in an Atelier Versace gown with pockets and Lorraine Schwartz jewels.

 

 

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Issa Rae wore a custom Christian Siriano dress & L’Dezen by Payal Shah diamond earrings.

 

 

Hailee Steinfeld

Hailee Steinfeld in Vera Wang cold shoulders dress, Stuart Weitzman heels, and Forevermark jewels.

 

 

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Evan Rachel Wood in Altuzarra suit.

 

 

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Outfit ideas for any sporting event

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I was lucky enough to score a pair of tickets to the the Chicago Bulls vs Cleveland Cavs game.  *insert emoji smile* The blogger in me thought black ball grown! Sounds about right!!  Just kidding , lol.  I was however  a little stuck on what to wear.  Should I be a super fan wearing Bulls gear from head to toe.  Or be extra with a floor length mink with Jimmy Choo shoes like a diva.  Chicago Bulls games have become a real fashion event.  And now that the Bulls have added Dwyane Wade to the team I could find myself seating shoulder to shoulder with his wife and Birth of Nation star Gabrielle Union.  If I’m having this issue how many other fashionable sports fan were?  I came up with a few looks that’ll cover all style mavens for any sporting event.

 

 

Super Fans Love Baseball

 

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Earring | Hat| Jacket | Lipstick | Fan Hand | Watch | Jersey | Bracelet | Shoes | Jeans

 

 

Fashionistas Love Basketballs

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Cape | Lipstick| Earrings | Ring| Bracelet |  Blouse | Cell case | Purse | Pants | Shoes

 

 

Divas Love Basketballs 

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Wrap Coat | Bodysuit | Earrings | Lipstick | Necklace | | Clutch | Pant | Heels | Ring

Comment below with which style maven you are? Super fan, the fashionistas or the diva?

Your favorite plus size Chicago blogger will be snap chatting all the sports fun of course so be sure follow along @FatGirl_Fashion.

 

 

 

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Wishlist Wednesday

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Wednesday wishlist is an online listing of a items I’ve come across throughout the week that caught my eye.  Basically in black and white things I wish I had.#shopaholicproblems.  As a Chicago blogger, I’m always on the lookout and  items listed will vary.  My wish list will range from dresses, housewares items to makeup and travel destinations.  So be sure check back weekly to see what new item I’m wishing for.

 

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This ceramic traveler is part of Starbucks anniversary collection.. It comes adorned with Swarovski  crystals and cool blue lines inscribed on this white ceramic traveler form.  With a cute golden star crown on top of the her blue hair. The double-walled traveler helps keep coffee warm and hands cool, and the blue press-in slider lid helps minimize spills. starbucks.com

 

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I heart this Moto Jacket.  Of course moto jacket are timeless but this one has a modern update in a new seasonal blue hue. Made of faux leather this jacket is soft and comfortable.  It also features stitched shoulder details for added interest. An asymmetrical zipper completes the long sleeve zip pocket look.  catherines.com

 

 

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Spread the love this holiday season with Yves Saint Laurent Kiss & Love Collection.  This luxury beauty set featuring three mini Rouge Pur Couture Lipsticks for full coverage and antioxidant protection, and three signature La Laque Couture Nail Lacquers.  It’s a must have.  nordstrom.com

 

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It’s officially halloween time.  This year let’s get sexy.  This Nile Queen Costume includes gold shimmer catsuit, striped cutout dress with jeweled collar and matching draped head piece.  It’s super sexy yet covered up.  Just gorgeous.  www.costumesupercenter.com

 

 

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Back to the Future NIKE MAG are real and I want them.  They speak to the nerd in me.  I can see this self lacing gym shoes in my closet now.  Nike.com

 

 

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If you like this week’s wishes see what I wished for last week here.

Comment below with some items from your own wish list

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Designer Look In Plus | June Ambrose

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June Ambrose is a mother of two, costume designer, creative director, author of “Effortless Style” and my style soul mate.  I’ve been loving June long time, lol.  Her whimsical style speaks to me daily.  She is the ultimate #carefreeblackgirl.  Her career has had her working with the likes of Jay Z, Will Smith, Missy Elliott and Mary J. Blige.  You can easily google her receipt.  June Ambrose now finds herself on thefatgirloffashion.com

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Ms. Ambrose wore this remixed J.Crew suit, Gucci gold loafers and Ines Figaredo handbag to New York Fashion Week J.Crew presentation.  This delightful look made my heart slip a beat.  Many of the designer flocks that June wears don’t go beyond sample size so I wanted to take this fun look and recreate it in plus size.

I wasn’t able to find a matching jacket in the fun cranberry punch color June is wearing however I did spot these pants and paired them with a tee and rose gold loafers to create June’s standout look.  I added a few pins to go the extra style mile.

 

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Do you like June’s look in plus?  Have you seen another designer looks you wish came in plus?  Comment below and I’ll see if I can recreate it!

 

 

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whowhatwear for Target offers Plus Sizes

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WhoWhatWear for Target‘s fashion partnership will feature pieces inspired by street style looks spotted outside Fashion Week shows.  In reviewing the looks I don’t get Fashion Week “street fashion” however the pieces are lovely.  The exclusive WhoWhatWear for Target line will include plus sizes and I’m always for that.  

 

 

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WhoWhatWear for Target will be a monthly capsule collection. The collaboration will combine fashion trends with editorial data and user feedback from the Who What Wear’s community.  The monthly capsule will have almost 70 pieces with size starting at 2 with a range up to 26.

 

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WhoWhatWear co-founder Hillary Kerr said of the selection of the collection pieces “It’s a little bit of art, and a little bit of science.”  Katherine Power, WhoWhatWear another co-founder, adds their teams will be having “an open dialogue” with consumers about what’s working each month, what’s missing, and what people actually want to shop for.

 

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Target wants you to do all your style updating with them.  You can start making space in your closets, fashionistas—of Who What Wear, Hillary Kerr, and Katherine Power,  have a full assortment, feminine prints, dramatic silhouettes and bold accessories:

 

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WhoWhatWear say they worked with some really great fabrics to keep outfits looking expensive (textured cottons, guipure lace, and linen jersey, to name a few) and incorporated eye-grabbing prints and colors, all inspired by street style from around the world.

 

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Hillary Kerr wrote on Instagram “To have a line of clothing and accessories at Target.” The project’s monthly-delivery model has no end date, and the collaboration will hit 800 Target stores (as well as Target.com and a dedicated boutique on WhoWhatWear) “for years to come.” 

 

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WhoWhatWear for Target will be offering wardrobe builders, like faux-leather moto jacket, and the perfect Frayed Edge Denim Crop jeans. The collaboration will also include of-the-moment pieces for you to experiment with—like lace trim camis and Pleated Midi Skirt. You’ll be able elevated your accessories to tie your ensembles together, with the stylish selection of bags.

 

You can find the entire WHO WHAT WEAR collection here!

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