Makeover Madness
It seems like every one is getting a make over this summer and/or heading into fall.
- Venus Diva Mag is evolving, this September it will officially launch Daily Venus Diva with Stephanie Penn-Danforth as the new editor.
- Catherines
/ Lane Bryant
/ FashionBug
– The Charming Shoppes triple threat had a huge renovation on all three of their plus size sites. Probably Fashion Bug’s was the greatest moving from three separate size designations to one size range of 6 to 30. Lane Bryant gave theirs a face lift and added a plus size community to theirs.
- Torrid.com
– This trendy website went a little higher tech with the visual and is easier to use.
- Skorch -They went on a bit of a hiatus near the end of last year but they are back bigger and stronger than ever conducting model searches across the U.S. and preparing for their first print publication December 1st. A one year subscription in the U.S. is $25. Hopefully Canada soon.
- Liz Claiborne
– Their plus size line kind of disappeared last year but now it’s back fresher and brighter than ever along with a better customer friendly site.
If you haven’t been to these places lately I recommend checking out the new digs. Have you noticed any other of your favorite plus size sites getting a makeover?
Fall Colors for Convertible Dress
I have adored the convertible dress since it was released and always look forward to seeing the new colors every season. This fall Monif C introduces the usual red and black but adds cobalt, deep purple, and olive (supposedly one of the hottest colors this fall). The convertible dress is a one size fits 8 to 24. It comes in two lengths, the one seen here for $195 and the floor length for $235. So far they have figured out over twenty styles for the convertible dress. My favorite colors? Cobalt and red.
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* Get your own convertible dress from Monif C
Catharines One Day Sale Today
Celebrate Catherines Customer Appreciation Day Sale today only with 40% off regular priced items and 50% off clearance items.
Have fun!
Promo Friday
A sale or two to get you through the weekend:
Junonia is offering 15% off orders of $25 or more
Coupon code: CJ15
Expires: September 7, 2009
Visit Junonia for plus size active and swim wear
Fashion Bug is offering 20% off entire purchase
Coupon code: 776294704
Expires: August 29, 2009
Visit the Fashion Bug for plus size fashions
Gaiam is offering (One Day Only) an EXTRA 20% off everything in the Gaiam Home & Outdoor Outlet
Coupon code: DB3EMC
Expires: Saturday at Noon, August 29, 2009
Visit Gaiam for yoga and peaceful living accessories
Frederick’s is offering 15% off the entire site
Coupon code: NA
Expires: September 25, 2009
Visit Frederick’s for bras
Catherines is offering $10 on your purchase of $50 or more
Coupon code: 777000423
Expires: August 29, 2009
Visit Catherines for plus size clothing
CJ Banks is offering Buy 3 Items, and Get 20% off or Buy 4 Items and Get 30% Off
Coupon code: NA
Expires: August 31, 2009
Visit CJ Banks for plus size clothing
Emitations is offering $9 off $75 Minimum Purchase Plus Free Shipping
Coupon code: AFFREE
Expires: August 31, 2009
Visit Emitations for fashionable jewelry
Lauren Silva is offering a 25% discount on strapless bras, and panties from Dominque
Coupon code: DOMI25
Expires: August 31, 2009
Visit Lauren Silva for plus size lingerie
Lane Bryant is offering Get 30% Off Your Entire Purchase
Coupon code: NA
Expires: August 30, 2009
Visit Lane Bryant for plus size clothing
Target is offering free shipping on $50 from Women’s department
Coupon code: NA
Expires: October 1, 2009
Visit Target for plus size clothing and costumes
Liz Claiborne is offering Buy 2, Get 1 Free on All Sale and Clearance Items
Coupon code: NA
Expires: August 30, 2009
Visit Liz Claiborne for plus size clothing
Motherhood Maternity is offering 2 for deals
Coupon code: NA
Expires: NA
Visit Motherhood Maternity for plus size maternity
Silhouettes is offering $20 off $100 or more or $30 off $150 or more
Coupon code: AFF9PC26
Expires: August 31, 2009
Visit Silhouettes for plus size clothing
Swimsuits for All is offering a free $5 Gift Certificate
Coupon code: 5gift
Expires: September 30, 2009
Visit Swimsuits for All for plus size swimwear
Hot Topic is offering $15 off purchases of $75 or more
Coupon code: HTSHOP2
Expires: September 3, 2009
Visit Hot Topic for trendy plus size clothing
Payless is offering Buy One Get One 1/2 Off Everything
Coupon code: NA
Expires: NA
Visit Payless for affordable shoes
Have a great weekend!
How Wicked are You
You have got to love a shoe called “Wicked”. These hidden platform shoes immediately caught my eye with their unique shape and 4 3/4″ heels. They were designed by Type Z and are available at Zappos for $69 in sizes 5 to 10. You can drag them out at Halloween, Christmas (oh, Mrs Claus!), and Valentine’s.
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Alfani Sandals from Macys
Macy’s has these great Alfani “Ellis” Sandal
on sale for $75 (check out their “buy 1 get 2nd 50% off sale). I love the color, 3″ cone heal (which looks like less) and the multi-sized studs. They are available in sizes 5 to 11 and also come in black or brown.
If you are in the denim mode between now and August 30th and buy $75 worth of denim you get free shipping (coupon code: DENIM).
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* Get your own Alfani sandals from Macys
60’s Dress at Anna Scholz
I’ve been less than impressed with the Anna Scholz collection this year (probably because of the hideous kaftans). Normally I love her stuff to death. I have only found two things: 
This 60s inspired cotton dress in gold is lovely. The description describes it as a little Jackie O (who had wonderful style) and a little go-go — maybe if it were shorter and you added white boots. I think it would be a great career dress or for a Sunday brunch out but definitely without the go-go boots. The dress is currently on sale for £167 and limited to sizes 12 and 18.
The other item is the Frill Trenchcoat in red. Trench coats have been really hot for a few seasons. I love the color on this one and how she’s changed it up by giving it frilled edges for a softer look. This gives it feminine lines without making it look to girly. The color is awesome and the length perfect. This trench coat is currently £250 and comes in a range of sizes from18 to 28.
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* Get your own 60s dress or trench coat from Anna Scholz
Shoes Are Big Businesss (and Fun)
The automobile industry may not be doing well on its own but the shoe industry couldn’t be doing better. ABC Nightline recently featured the Zappos work environment on their news piece about unique business practices. Not only is Zappos doing good financially, they are doing great business while retaining happy employees and creating an above average work environment. In the center of it all is the CEO, Tony Hsieh. Watch the 9 minute video for an eye opening look into one shoe business (made me want to move to Kentucky!):
Jimmy Choo Now
If I could have my choice of a pair of Jimmy Choo shoes at this moment they would be the Rhodes Crushed Patent sandal. This is a classic looking professional woman’s shoe. I especially love the tan but wouldn’t turn my nose up at the black. They are currently on sale for £179 at the official Jimmy Choo online boutique. 
You know what I think they need to do over at Jimmy Choo? Have a contest, draw, sweepstakes or whatever where one (or ten) lucky winners win a year’s worth of Jimmy Choo shoes — one new pair a month (only because one pair a week would sound too greedy). I would totally enter. How about you?
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* Get your own Jimmy Choo shoes
Plus Size Active Wear
Gardening season will be winding down soon and it will be time to find other activities to fill the void. I signed up for my first Aqua-fit class today. Why aqua fit you ask? I will blame it on Di from the Fat Chic for always tweeting about it. So it has put me into activity mode.
When I was looking for a swimsuit at Junonia I checked out their new arrivals and found this great top to sweat in whether it be power walking, bike riding, or sweating in a class. The QuikWik® Mesh Curved Panel Tee is made with the QuikWik technology that is suppose to keep us drier than the conventional cotton wear (although I still like my cotton). I like the that it has a v-neck too as that helps with feeling cooler while I’m working at raising my body temperature. It is available in sizes 1x to 4x for $69.95.
A matching bottom they have in the “moisture-wicking” vein is the QuikWik® Mesh Dual Layer Short. Perfect for the person with larger thighs who has issues with rubbing and material climbing up on the inside but not on the outside (I hate that look). If you look closely you’ll see the outer layer which would normally creep doesn’t continue around to the inside of the leg. The layered look without the hassle of constantly pulling down the inside of the shorts. The QuikWik® shorts come in sizes XL to 4x for $59.95.
How are you going to increase your activity this fall?
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* Get your own QuikWik active wear from Junonia
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