Monthly Archives: August 2008

Lane Bryant Week

This week is all about Lane Bryant, one of my favorite online plus size clothing stores. While they are not perfect, they have been providing a large selection of clothing for a long time, that wouldn’t normally be available to women. This week I’m going to focus on my faves in each of these...
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Doctor’s Bag But Smaller

Oooo to have the money to splurge on a hand bag! Like this Vivia Ferragamo hand bag from Arm Candy. This “small doctor” bag, for some reason, reminds me of a snowy owl. Ok, use some imagination people! The buckles are the eyes. The downward peak in the center is the beak. Anyway, I...
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Swimwear Interlude

A friend of mine sent her kids back to school which is a huge signal that swim season is almost over. Well, in some parts of the continent. One of my favorite shops for swimwear this year has been Always for Me. They’ve grown so much since they first opened up shop three years...
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Santana Slingback Sandals

The color of these Warrant Slingback Sandal by Carlos Santana is fabulous. Fabulous! Could the heel be any higher and still look this good? I think not. These medium width shoes come in sizes 6 – 8.5 for $99. I covet these shoes. I also wish they came in bigger sizes like 9 or...
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Igigi Appreciation Week Continues

I almost missed posting this. This week is Igigi’s Customer Appreciation week. It ends August 13th. All account holders will find a $25 Gift Certificate waiting for them when they log in to shop (I checked, mine was there). If you don’t have an account but create one before August 13th you will still...
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Foxy Jeans

Penningtons sent a teaser email introducing a new line of denim called Foxy Jeans. They currently carry two lines called MXM and Manager so this will be a nice addiction. No word yet on the exact release date but if you visit the sites you can get a glimpse. Their Sister store Addition-Elle has...
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Island Fever Sadie Top

Friday already! Today’s Island Fever creation by Kiyonna is the Sadie Ruched Top in an incredible Mango Margarita (makes me cool just thinking about one). This top comes in sizes 0x – 5x for $68. Besides the great color (also available in midori and black) the side ruching provides a beautiful visual detail that...
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Island Fever Skirt

This lightweight all-day skirt is perfect for this time of the year. It could be dressed up like it is here or paired with a casual tank and flops. What I like about this skirt? * it comes in white and black * pull on * ruffle edge * lined The skirt comes in...
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Island Fever Wrap Blouse

Today’s Island Fever (see Island Fever Week) selection is the Short Sleeve Sophisticate Wrap Blouse… in pink! I’m a huge fan of Kiyonna’s wrap tops. They look good on every body type. Kiyonna expends a lot of attention to details. * classic shirt collar * shirring along shoulder * puff sleeves with mini buttons...
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Island Fever Delaney Dress

As I mentioned yesterday, this week is Island Fever Week care of Kiyonna. Today’s highlight is their Delaney Dress. I love the vintage Roman print and the fact it is 100% cotton. Nice and comfortable for the remaining days of summer. I don’t know about you but it’s hot here until October. What you...
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Island Fever Week

One of my favorite plus size clothing designers (Kiyonna) has just introduced a new line called Island Fever. This week I’m going to feature my top five items from the line. Beginning with… The Center Gathered Top – It comes in seven gorgeous colors: Daffodil, Scarlet, Black, Brilliant Blue, Kelly Green, Ocean Blue (my...
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