Animal Instincts Bags
If you would like to add some animal instincts to your wardrobe but you don’t really want to wear them (some personalities can pull it off better than others). Here are a few affordable options from Etsy designer Peggy Brister. She also has some flower print ones but these are definitely my faves:
Cheetah, zebra, and giraffe prints are still hot for fall. The bags look big enough to use for a change of clothes, baby bag, or as a central handbag for shopping. Prices range from $24 to $28. Grr!
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Topic Links
* Get your own animal instinct handbags from KatelynsKrafts
Plus Size Bra Giveaway
As far as I’m concerned the one thing a woman can not have too many of are bras. In fact, I would venture a guess that most women don’t have nearly enough bras. But this month one lucky reader is going to have a new addition to her lingerie drawer thanks to Bare Necessities who is sponsoring this month’s blog giveaway. They have offered one of the top selling bras on our site to decorate the curves of one woman plus a little something extra with a combined value of $59. If you are not familiar with this online company:
“Bare Necessities offers 65+ brands of plus size bras, plus size panties, shapewear, hosiery and lingerie with free shipping on orders over $50 and hassle-free returns. Their top plus size brands include: Spanx, Wacoal, Goddess, Elomi, Fantasie and many more!”
Prize Details:
- One person will get their choice of a Goddess Keira Bra (6090). It is shown here in a lovely violet but is also available in black and fawn. Sizes range from 36DDD to 46K.
- $20 e-certificate
How to Enter:
For this contest there is the option of one to five entries. To get all five entries you must leave a separate comment for each method following these directions:
- Main entry: This one is a must to enter. Leave a comment below sharing a favorite bra brand that Bare Necessities offers on their website.
- Second entry: Follow me on twitter. Leave a comment below that you are following me including your @ name (yes, it still counts if you are already following me).
- Third entry: Follow Bare Necessities on twitter. Leave a comment below that you are following them including your @ name (yes, it still counts if you are already following them).
- Fourth entry: Follow me on facebook. Leave a comment below that you are following me and a link to your facebook or facebook name (yes, it still counts if you are already following me).
- Fifth entry: Follow Bare Necessities on facebook. Leave a comment below that you are following them and a link to your facebook or facebook name (yes, it still counts if you are already following them).
Stipulations:
Five entries per person are allowed (one per method above)– suspicious entries with the same IP address (you know who you are) will be deleted without notice. The lucky winner will be chosen from the comments at random, using random.org, on September 29, 2010 at 3 pm EST. This giveaway is sponsored by Bare Necessities but I will be confirming the email and mailing address of the winner (so make sure you enter the right email). This giveaway is open to person 18 years and older living in the United States and Canada. Void where prohibited by law. The winner will have two weeks to claim the prize; after which time it will be rewarded to someone else.
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Topic Links
* Visit Bare Necessities for plus size bras
Channeling Velma
I’m still obviously in Halloween mode (and probably will be from now until Oct 31st) because when I was checking out Addition-Elle’s new arrivals I fell in love with this cowl neckline sweater with belt ($59.99) and it has me thinking of an updated Velma from the Scooby pack with this black and grey striped plaid pleated skirt ($38) from Torrid. All it needs is red tights (or fishnet knee highs ($6) if you’re a little spicy) from We Love Colors and Arcopedico Shawna Croc Patent ($139) from Zappos. Wear as an everyday outfit or when Halloween comes around add a black/red bob wig ($12) and cheap spectacles ($4) and you’re ready to go.
If you love Velma keep your eyes open you may find some better substitutes. And definitely let me know!
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Topic Links
* Get your own red cowl sweater from Addition-Elle
* Get your own pleated skirt from Torrid
* Get your own colored tights from We Love Colors
* Get your own patent leathers from Zappos
* Get your own wig and nerd glasses from Buy Costumes
Belly Dancing Costumes
Belly dancing was once relegated to slim women with nothing around the middle. But plus size women are making belly dancing one of their favorite pass times for becoming healthy at every size. And with Halloween around the corner it can also be a great costume.
When you participate in an activity that has always had a costume it stands to reason that you would want one too. Finding plus size belly dancing costumes hasn’t always been easy for plus size women so some have gone out to create their only shops. Like Glenna from Shimmy Sista.
Glenna, a lover and participant of belly dancing, provides women in sizes X to 4X can with belly dance costumes that would and do make their slimmer counterparts jealous. She ships throughout the United States and Canada (shipping information is not quite clear on website so be sure to email for specifics if you are uncertain — she’s quick to reply).
Shimmy Sista’s belly dance costumes are reasonably priced too. Finding lovely costumes to complete the belly dance look and still feel comfortable has always been a challenge but shops like Shimmy Sista are making it easier. They currently offer dance wear like unitards, tops, coin belts, scarves, and pants in sizes 1x to 4x. Don’t forget to sign up for their mailing list to get “members only coupons” and notices for new arrivals.
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Topic Links
* Visit Shimmy Sista for plus size belly dancing clothing.
No Old Navy for Plus Canadians
I don’t normally post to this blog on the weekend but I just had to share this news. This week over at the Canadian version of this blog I was excited to announce that Old Navy was now delivering to Canadians especially since they have such a smoking plus size section for sizes 1x to 4x. They have been enticing me for weeks with their International Delivery and “coming soon!” to Canada notices.
My excitement was cut short when I surfed over to OldNavy.ca and realized much to my regret, and I’m sure many other Canadian women, that the womens section only serves women up to size 18. Everything else about the site looks pretty much the same as the OldNavy.com site except for the exclusion of the plus sizes. I was both mad and sad at the same time.
I sent off a quick email to OldNavy.ca and asked about this difference and expressed my hope that plus sizes would be coming soon. I finally received a reply today:
Dear Moe,
Thank you for your email. We appreciate the time you’ve taken to contact
us about your desire to see our Women’s Plus clothing added to our new
oldnavy.ca website. Unfortunately, at this time we are not offering the
plus sizes and we are unable to say when we will be offering them in the
future. We apologize for any disappointment this may cause.Customer comments like yours are essential to our business and feedback
from our valued customers help provide us with a better perspective on
how we might change and expand to meet your needs in the future. Please
be assured that we will share your feedback with our merchandising team.We appreciate your interest and look forward to shopping with you again
soon.If we may be of further assistance, please contact us at
custserv@oldnavy.com or by calling 1-800-OLD-NAVY. If you are calling
from outside of the U.S. you may also reach us at 1-614-744-3543.
Sincerely,Stephanie
Customer Service Consultant
For lack of a better word — that sucks beyond belief. It’s bad enough that plus size Canadians can’t buy plus sizes in stores (like our plus size American sisters) but now they can’t shop online either.
If customer comments are essential then it is incredibly important that they hear from plus size clientele. Please email or call to express your dissatisfaction!
Promo Friday
It’s a short list but here are a sale or two for the weekend shopper:
Evans is offering 10% all orders over £40
Coupon code: EVPLSHE10
Expires: September 10, 2010
Get your own plus size clothing from Evans (UK)
ExtremeHalloween is offering 15% off orders $80 or more
Coupon code: EARLYBIRD15
Expires: August 31, 2010
Get your own plus size Halloween costumes at ExtremeHalloween
E.L.F. is offering a free 3 piece back to school kit with any $20 or more order
Coupon code: BTSAF
Expires: August 31, 2010
Get your own affordable cosmetics from E.L.F.
Lane Bryant is offering 40% Off Absolutely Everything (excludes SPANX)
Coupon code: 000406819
Expires: August 30, 2010
Get your own plus size clothing from Lane Bryant
Hot Topic is offering 25% Off $60+
Coupon code: HTAGET25AUG
Expires: August 29, 2010
Get your own novelty plus size clothing from Hot Topic
ShoptheLook is offering 25% Off All Rings
Coupon code: RINGS25
Expires: September 9, 2010
Visit ShoptheLook the fashion jewelry
CJ Banks is offering 15% Off + FREE Shipping on ALL Orders
Coupon code: NA
Expires: NA
Get your own plus size clothing from CJ Banks
Old Navy is offering free shipping on Old Navy orders of $50 or more
Coupon code: ONSHIP50
Expires: September 9, 2010
Get your own plus size clothing from Old Navy
Have a beautiful weekend!
Channelling Fonzie
Whenever I see the motorcycle jackets that are hot right now, I think of Fonzie. I’m probably dating myself big time but even if you are in your teens you must see him in re-runs somewhere. He’s what made them cool in the first place. At least for my age group. For those older than me it was probably James Dean. For those younger than me…
The good thing about fashion is it doesn’t limit the sex of who can wear what; including the leather motorcycle jacket. Evans has a real leather biker jacket available in sizes 14 to 32 for £149.50. I’ve paired it here with a Grey And Nude Tie Dye Top (£25.00), evans Indigo Bootcut Jeans (£19.50 each or 2 for £30) and Grey Lace Up Ankle Boots (£35.00). I could have went with biker boots but that seemed like such an obvious choice.
What else can you wear your biker jacket with? A flowery maxi and heels, a long tunic and tights (the grey lace ups would be great with tights and tunic too), khakis and booties, black skinny jeans, a striped tee, and knee high boots. If you don’t limit yourself to the obvious I’m sure you’ll come up with great ideas!
You can get a 10% discount with the coupon code EVPLSHE10 for all orders over £40.
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Topic Links
* Get your own biker jacket from Evans
Petite Red Ruffles
Ruffles are still a hot item this fall and eShakti is a good place to find them. Personally I’m more of a fan of the petite ruffles than the grand ones. Like the ones on this deep red dress. 
It’s nicely finished with pockets (I love pockets on dresses), cute sleeves, and a waistband. But true to fashion I would totally add a wide belt to this. Black of course but for some reason I think a wide gold one would be fetching too.
If you haven’t heard of eShakti, they are a cool garment company for sizes 0 to 26. What makes them cool? They offer custom sizing/styling at reasonable pricing.
Besides ruffles they have lots of interesting tops/dresses with rosettes, ruffles, tiers and other neat features you just don’t see anywhere else.
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Topic Links
* Get your own petite ruffle dress from eShakti
Dress Deals at Shop Translated
Over at Shop Translated there is a whole caboodle of dresses on sale. It’s just a coincidence that all my faves pictured below were designed by INES. You may recognize the Deco Print Wrap (top right) as the one Joy Nash wore while commentating in Fat Rant 3: Staircase Wit. That one is probably my absolute favorite followed very closely by Meridian Print (bottom right):
The dresses are available in x to 4x but it looks like some sizes are sold out. They are currently half price so the prices are attractive for designer clothing.
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Topic Links
* Get your own plus size print dresses from Shop Translated
* Who’s Joy Nash and what’s Fat Rant?
Plus Size Sarongs
Who would know better when it comes to sarongs than a company out of Hawaii? Feedora Plus-size Sarongs has gorgeous sarongs made specifically for the plus-size woman. 
All their sarongs are completely hand-made of 100% Deluxe Rayon and the best colorfast batik dyes. They measure 45 inches by 90 inches (115 cm x 228 cm) giving the plus size woman lots to work with.
The have many patterns to choose from and cost $59.95. Each sarong comes with a two page instruction sheet on different ways you can tie them.
If you can get a group of your plus-size friends together, Feedora offers group discounts. Perfect for those getting ready to go on a cruise with their friends or clubs!
Women are already self-conscious about their bathing suits they don’t need to be self-conscious of their cover-ups too.
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Topic Links
* Get your own plus size sarong from Feedora
* How to tie a sarong
* Where to find plus size swimwear
