This Page

It's no secret that I'm a huge fan of the IGIGI line. IGIGI has a name that is synonymous with quality- both in workmanship and materials. Not to mention, they are always fashion forward - making the plus size Fashionista look amazing!

I have been finding myself working crazy hours with little to no time to channel my inner 40s Glam Goddess. However, now that I've procured a fabulous pair of Loubous, I need a fabulous dress to rock with the shoes, no? And, like Superwoman to save the day, in swoops IGIGI's Lola dress.*

Look at this lovely.... the hanger does NOT do it justice.

First of all, if you still follow the "style rule" of only wearing jewel tones in the winter/fall season - toss that rule out the window. This is such a rich shade of amethyst, it is seasonless. It's got an asymmetrical neckline and is cut perfectly.

However, ladies, be sure to wear some Spanx with it because, it fits like a glove. I'm not talking tight where Clinton & Stacey** will be doing a style intervention but stylish where it hits at all the right places. One thing I have to say about IGIGI's sizing - they are not at all like some of those other retailers *cough cough* Avenue *cough cough* Lane Bryant *cough cough* whose sizing is like tossing the dice in Vegas. IGIGI's clothing is true to size. After a period of wearing suits and casual work clothes, etc., it felt great to dress up and go out in style.

Next on this gal's style radar - the Paloma Belted Dress. After all, now that I've channeled my inner 40s screen siren, I just can't look back. Now if only I could figure out my shoe selection to go with...

Many thanks to IGIGI for making a gal feel like a million bucks! And, let me tell you a secret - they are having a KILLER SALE so what are you waiting for - GET THEE TO IGIGI!

* At the time of writing, the Lola dress was sold out but they have a huge selection of gorgeous dresses to choose from.

**Hello - speaking of. When will Clinton & Stacey feature IGIGI's designs on some of the gorgeous plus size gals that are featured on What Not To Wear? Someone get a show producer on the phone - stat.

Labels: Dresses, Fashion, Igigi, Review

Gorgeous jacket! I ordered a 3x, which fits fine across my back and shoulders - my trouble areas. However, it doesn't button up. Looking at the website photos, the way the jacket fits the model is how it fits me. I'm okay wearing the Jacey Jacket open over a shirt. Seems well made, material is good; the color is more of a dirty/burnished gold color. I'll keep it! Grade: A-

Love at first sight! Ruffles? Love! Deep V-neck? Love! Stripes? Love! I ordered a 3x and it fits just how I like a casual shirt to fit - a bit loose, very comfortable. The V-neck is deeeep. If you're daring enough, wear a plunge bra and flaunt the cleavage. If you're me, wear a lacy cami or tank under it. It's a nice light-weight material. I'll keep it! Grade: A

Oooh, I love this shirt! Again, I ordered 3x thinking it wouldn't be as snug as described. Yeah, not so much. No matter - it's a darling shirt! I just won't wear it to work. The material is thin, so black bra is recommended. I'm pretty sure I'll keep this shirt; but I'll let it live in my closet for a few days and see if it's something I reach for. Grade: B-

Item #4 ~ the Vera dress $36.00

I love this dress. I don't love sequins. Looking at the dress on the model, I thought "Hmm. Not so bad. I could do it." I can't. Too much with the sequins and too close to my neck. The material is gorgeous, soft; the dress fits beautifully and is so comfortable. But the sequins? I just can't do it. It's going back.

I hope you check out B & Lu ~ great stuff, with some stuff in 4x and/or 5x.

Labels: BandLu, Fashion, Review

Labels: BandLu, Fashion, Review

Additionally, us plus size gals sometimes tend to accept that our price points often are higher than those of the clothes made for the non plus-size market. We will pay a bit more if the item lasts for quite some time.

However, us plus-size gals also tend to settle when faced with little to no options. Now if we get clothes that are well made, accent our plus-size curves perfectly and are not budget busters, well that's something that needs to be shouted from the rooftops.

IGIGI, a higher end plus-size retailer has a wrap blouse that, when I saw it online, I greeted it with a sense of skepticism. I'm not going to lie. After all, wrap blouses, for me, have been like a scavenger hunt. From past experiences, I've had blouses that:

• wrap awkwardly;


• gap inappropriately, whereby giving The Girls too much exposure;


• fall apart after 2-3 washings;


• material was cheap;


• material was too sheer;


• and so on and so on.

Please note that the wrap blouses I previously purchased have been from retailers such as Lane Bryant, Avenue, Spiegel, Macys, etc. with prices ranging from $49 - $70.

However, I was willing to give the wrap blouse a final shot. IGIGI'S Nautical Blue Wrap Tunic seemed to fit my criteria. Having read the reviews online from satisfied customers cinched the deal. And, as a bonus when I ordered it, the top was on sale AND I had a coupon. HELLO!

When I received the wrap top, I was greeted by the most stunning shade of blue that was rich and sophisticated. Upon putting it on, nirvana was had, my friends. To summarize:

• the color was rich and vibrant;


• the fabric felt like a very comfortable t-shirt;


• the fabric was dense enough to not show the details of the bra;


• the wrap cord on the top was long enough;


• the wrap top's length was flattering - not too long; not too short;


• the top FIT PERFECTLY; and


• the wrap top was just my size

IGIGI has accomplished what Lane Bryant, the Avenue, Spiegel, Macy*s, etc have not been able to: have a VERY well made wrap blouse for plus-size fashionistas.

Second test: How would it hold up after laundering? Perfectly! The color didn't fade in the slightest. The fabric didn't shrink or stretch out of shape. It looked (and fit) as perfectly as the very first time.

I've worn this blouse a few times and have received compliments galore. It's casual enough for daytime running errands. It's professional enough to be business appropriate. It's dressy enough for a night out on the town. Dress it up or dress it down - it's a wrap blouse for all occasions. Pop it with the right accessories and you will be the belle of the ball.

IGIGI, thank you from the bottom of my heart. I've gone from feeling like the ugly stepsister in the other, inferior wrap blouses to a Cinderella in the IGIGI version.

Now if only I can find that prince with the glass slipper.

Labels: Fashion, Igigi, Review