Five Favorite Things http://www.plusshe.com Mon, 05 Jan 2009 21:08:25 +0000 http://wordpress.org/?v=2.6.2 en The Foundation is Important http://www.plusshe.com/2009/01/the-foundation-is-important/ http://www.plusshe.com/2009/01/the-foundation-is-important/#comments Mon, 05 Jan 2009 21:03:55 +0000 Moe http://www.plusshe.com/?p=1378 Before we can think of increasing our activity we have to think about making sure everything stays in it’s place. Especially the girls. Junonia has one of the best sport bras to keep the girls of almost any active plus size woman in place. Unless of course you’re going bungee jumpy then there’s no guarantee.

The Goddess Sports Bra offers extra support to keep the ladies in place. If you are exceptionally endowed bear in mind that you are going to have some movement. Besides the extra support at the breast this bras has a moisture-wicking and antimicrobial properties to decrease that damp feeling from sweat buildup. This bra is machine washable and as of this post is on sale for $29.97 (Reg: $49.95). It comes in sizes 38C - 48G and there are some triple Ds in there as well.

You should have a minimum of two work out bras and if you are a heavy sweater, regardless of microbial properties you should be cleaning them regularly. Having two makes it easier for one to be in the wash and the other to be in use.

While you’re there check out their other active wear which is on sale for the next two days.

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There is some thing about having special clothing for walking, yoga, lifting weight or whatever else you do that screams serious, almost as much as your muscles do the next day.

This week I will focus on some of my favorite pieces of active wear and where to get them. Please chime in if you have a favorite piece of active wear you can’t live without.

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Kiyonna is offering 30% OFF EVERYTHING (including already reduced final sale items)
Coupon Code: NEWYEAR30
Expires: January 8, 2009
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Penningtons / MXM / Addition Elle are celebrating Boxing Day with 30% off regular price merchandise & 50% off reduced merchandise
Coupon code: NA
Expires: January 3, 2009 11:59 p.m. ET
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Junonia is offering a 9% discount on all items plus 9-cent shipping on any order
Coupon code: 12308B
Expires: January 3, 2009
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Torrid is offering 50% off Clearance
Coupon code: NA
Expires: January 4, 2009
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E.L.F. Cosmetics is offering $2 shipping with minimum $25 order
Coupon code: 2SHIP
Expires: The end of 2009
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Shoes.com is offering $20 off on purchases of $100 or more
Coupon code: NYSHOES20
Expires: January 31, 2009
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Old Navy is offering up to 75% off on select styles only
Coupon code: NA
Expires: January 15, 2009
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Igigi is offering 40% off reduced merchandise
Coupon code: salerack
Expires: January 5, 2009
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Have a great weekend!

]]> http://www.plusshe.com/2009/01/promo-friday-46/feed/ 13 Worst Plus Size Fashion Trends From 2008 http://www.plusshe.com/2009/01/13-worst-plus-size-fashion-trends-from-2008/ http://www.plusshe.com/2009/01/13-worst-plus-size-fashion-trends-from-2008/#comments Thu, 01 Jan 2009 19:57:08 +0000 Moe http://www.plusshe.com/?p=1369 I was inspired by Jamie’s (Girl Woman Beauty Brains Blog) Worst Fashion Trend post that I decided to create one of my own for my plus sizes. Here are thirteen of the worst plus size fashion trends I’ve seen abused in 2008 (no particular order):

13. Bubble Tops

12. Low Low Rise Jeans

11. Leggings

10. Skinny Jeans

9. Orange dresses

8. Long Fringe

7. The Thin Belt

6. Bug Eyed Glasses

5. Head to Toe Ruffles

4. Ugly Prints (sorry LB)

3. Colored Denim (especially pink and green)

2. Crop Tops

1. Crocs

What do you think are some of the worst trends you’ve seen in plus size fashions?

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a wonderful New Year.

You are beautiful and deserve the best.

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If you have any special occasions coming up in 2009 then this is definitely the time to head over there and do some shopping. The sizes and selections will be limited because items will no doubt go fast.

Good luck!

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The Melie Bianco Triple Pocket Hobo bag has lots of pockets, zippers and loops for effect. The color is rich but not too bold. Don’t like the color? Then there is the option of yellow or black. It’s on sale — $73. Not a huge sale but on sale nonetheless.

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]]> http://www.plusshe.com/2008/12/orange-hobo/feed/ Ring Detail Ponte Dress http://www.plusshe.com/2008/12/ring-detail-ponte-dress/ http://www.plusshe.com/2008/12/ring-detail-ponte-dress/#comments Tue, 30 Dec 2008 19:22:36 +0000 Moe http://www.plusshe.com/?p=1252 Plus size clothing giant, Lane Bryant hasn’t had a lot of great stuff in their sale bin in a while but I’ve been crushing on this Ring Detail Ponte Knit Dress for some time. And it’s on sale for $29.99.

It comes in the dark turquoise shown, which was my first choice, but also comes in ruby red. One of each please. This dress looks super comfy and I could definitely see myself lazing around the house in this but still feeling like I took the time to get dressed and look presentable. This plus size dress comes in duo sizes 14/16 - 26/28.

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]]> http://www.plusshe.com/2008/12/ring-detail-ponte-dress/feed/ Going Gold with Igigi http://www.plusshe.com/2008/12/going-gold-with-igigi/ http://www.plusshe.com/2008/12/going-gold-with-igigi/#comments Mon, 29 Dec 2008 21:15:02 +0000 Moe http://www.plusshe.com/?p=1353 Igigi is still celebrating the holiday season with lots of sales. Today I found this dressy top on for 60% off. It’s great for a party or with a cami at a dressy office. I love the wrap, the buckle, the collar and the bunched sleeves. Multi-details are so captivating.

The Silk Dupioni Wrap Blouse comes in sizes 14 - 30 (but many are selling fast) for $60. And you get a pair of black wide legged dress pants for $35 (luv them).

Make sure you check out Igigi’s other year end sales. There’s lots of goodies sashaying around their website.

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Torrid is offering $5 off your purchase of $25 or more
Coupon code: TORRIDGIFT
When: December 15 - December 28, 2008
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Shoes.com is offering 15% off your order
Coupon code: HOLIDAY08
Expires: December 31, 2008
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CJ Banks is offering $20 Off Orders of $80 or More + Free Shipping
Coupon code: n/a
Expires: December 31, 2008
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DuWop is offering 25% off everything in online store
Coupon code: 25OFF
Expires: December 28, 2008
Visit DuWop

Making It Big is offering 20% off for One Day only
Coupon code: 20SALE
Expires: Friday December 26th at midnight
Visit Making It Big

Always for Me is offering 50% off Miraclesuit swimsuits (and a few others) and spend $100 and get free shipping
Coupon code: Freeship100
Expires: December 31, 2008
Visit Always for Me

Have a great weekend!

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