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What Were They Thinking: Baby Phat Red Print Keyhole Hooded Top

Sunday, January 13, 2008

A new fashion focus on Fashionista Plus: "What WERE They Thinking" spotlighting some alleged fashion crimes or fashion that could not showcase the plus size fashionista in a flattering light.

First on the docket: *Insert Law & Order Music Here*

Charged: Baby Phat

Alleged Clothing Item Not Flattering To The Plus Size Fashionista: Baby Phat Red Print Keyhole Hooded Top

Accessory to Fashion Crime: Torrid who is showcasing this fashion tragedy

What Say You, The Jury: Is Baby Phat and Torrid to be found "Guilty of Fashion Crime" or "Acquitted of All Charges"? Leave your verdict in the comments.

Photo: Courtesy of Torrid.com

Labels: Baby Phat, Torrid, What Were They Thinking

Amp Up The Little Black Dress: Holiday Dresses for '07/'08...

Monday, October 15, 2007

Holiday Parties are just around the corner - I know I know - I'm early, but better to be early than late I say. As I'm looking for *the dress* for the Grammys in February, I'm looking for a dress that will do double duty... It will be a few days of parties, dinners and more, so these are some of the ones I've got my eye on. If I can also intersperse it with some holiday planning, even better.

Check out Avenue's Starlet Dress - Comes in both Black & Red...

And they also have a Hayworth Gold Halter dress as well...

Kiyonna has a very "retro" black lace dress that catches the eye. They also offer it in chocolate brown lace over a mauve lining... tres chic!

I adore this dress, the Lorena Beaded Dress in Charcoal from Igigi:

Feel like being the "Lady In Red" - well Igigi has you covered in this fabulous red lace number with matching shrug:

Lane Bryant does the Little Black Dress in style with an embellished dress:

Now, I *heart* Nordstrom, and this Robbie Bee lattice dress has me LOOKING for an occasion to wear it - the shades of Gray, black and white are stunning...

Nordstrom has a fabulous Maggy London Tie Front Silk Dress in both green and blue (I am more of a blue gal)...

Torrid has an elegant Black Lace halter dress:

Remember in Sex & The City where Carrie had this gorgeous nude color dress which the gals called it Carrie's "Naked Dress"... well Silhouettes has a dress that puts the va back in the va-va-voom... their Grecian Dress:

Size Appeal has their version "The Marilyn" halter dress in Taupe...

Jessica London has a stunning Tulle Overlay Satin dress that is somewhat reminiscent of the 50s...

Finally, Macy*s has a couple dresses up for consideration. On the more youthful side is this "Liquid Silver" dress which comes in Black, Gold or Silver. Be warned - the gold looks more Bronze in person:

And the classic Breakfast at Tiffany's Sheath Dress by Calvin Klein:

Happy Shopping!

Labels: Avenue, Fashion, Holiday, Igigi, Jessica London, Kiyonna, Lane Bryant, Macys, Nordstrom, Silhouettes, Size Appeal, Torrid

Feel Like Playin' Dress Up...

Thursday, October 11, 2007

Halloween is fast approaching and, normally in the plus-size fashion world, costumes are few and far between. Of course, FashionistaPlus is here to give you a few options to help you hit that Halloween Party in style...

TORRID of course, hits it out of the box with their costume department. One thing that is popular is the Pin Up Girl. Why don't you welcome home the troops with an absolutely adorable Sailor-ette costume.

What about channeling your inner Gossip Girl (or perhaps Britney during the "Hit Me Baby One More Time Era") Costume? Check out this School Girl getup.

ANYTIME Costumes is a vendor I am not familiar with, but they had some fabulous ideas. (6% Cash Back at Mr. Rebates) Please pay attention to the sizing, description, etc. as it appears that most are a one size fits all plus size. Make sure your size range is listed.

Always, there is the tried and true costume: Ms. Witch (but with a bit more style and notso frumpy)...

Feel like indulging your inner Sandie (or Rizzo)? Why not go as a Pink Lady? Pair the 50's era Poodle Skirt and with this gorgeous Pink Ladies Satin Jacket and viola! All you need is a Danny Zukko on your arm...

Who doesn't want to be a Queen for a Day? Unleash your inner Cleopatra in this fabulous Egyptian Queen costume.

Or if your into more of a medieval era gal, (and that new movie Elizabeth is coming to theaters), what about an Elizabethan Queen costume (you could even adapt it for a Marie Antoinette look).

Imagination is the best tool for Halloween and we can't wait to see what you do with it. Send us a pic of your Halloween costumes at fashionistaplus (at) gmail (dot) com and we'll post them in our Fashion Gallery!

Happy Hauntings....

Labels: Costume, Fashion, Holiday, Torrid

80's Anyone?

Sunday, July 15, 2007

Tell me THIS is not a throwback to 1988/1989?? I don't know if I should be disturbed or not... Would you wear it?

Labels: Fashion, Torrid

Black & White Fashion Hits The Ground Running...

Sunday, June 03, 2007

Everywhere you look these days, summer fashion looks crisp and clean with Black & White Color prints. Here are some of my top pics for these season...

On my "must have" list this summer is a Black & White skirt...

Check out this lovely skirt from Torrid.

Perhaps this one from Catherines might also be an option.

Even Macy*s is in on the game with this charming Black/White look

Now, moving to the blouse/top front, being a plus gal, I find some halters hard to wear, but I love the look and style of this halter top from Torrid. It would pop a black suit for work and then take off the jacket and grab a clutch purse and you are ready for Martinis and an evening out.

And, for work, this top is perfect for a casual Friday (also from Torrid).

There are black and white dresses EVERYWHERE, however I did find a few that caught my eye.

Lane Bryant leads the pack with this gorgeous dress that I should have gotten for a co-worker's wedding instead of a Black & White block dress that truly did not make me look my best...

Torrid has a HOT Halter Dress that is perfect for a weekend event.

And finally, Avenue showcases a dress that is work perfect.

Now what are ya waiting for - did someone say "SHOPPING"?... Enjoy!

Labels: Fashion, Lane Bryant, Macys, Torrid

Boots, Boots, Boots!!

Thursday, October 19, 2006

Finally - I found boots that look fabulous... and in two styles that are hot for this fall...

I got these lovelies from Torrid...

And these Gorgeous Granny Full Length Boots from Silhouettes.

Both boots are well worth the investment. They will last for longer than one season and look sexy as hell!

Labels: Shoes, Silhouettes, Torrid

Heartbreak at Torrid...

Monday, October 02, 2006

Let me set the scene - I'm trotting through the Florida Mall and lo and behold, I see this lovely top at Torrid. It was love at first sight and I knew I was destined to take said top home. It would look SO smart with a pair of tweed trousers and my platform pumps. However, a dinging in the back of my mind reminded me "You are between sizes - try it on".

Remembering that Torrid sizes are a little wonky, I grabbed a 1 and a 2. Well, the 1 - that fit like a 12. The 2 - that was like a small 14. I felt like a bad episode of What Not To Wear and expected to hear Clinton scold me "Tailor - take it in". Alas, vanity took over and I refused to try on a size 3.

In discussing the sizing issues with an associate who told me that they have been having a number of sizing issues and she would talk to the manager. *insert sigh here* I was heartbroken and vowed, when it comes to Torrid - three words come to mind: Try. It. On.

I instead nursed my broken heart with purchasing these boots from Silhouettes. Let's see how they work out or if my heart will be ripped in two again. Tonight, however, I plan on visiting Ashley Stewart to see what they have. At least with their sizing, they are pretty much on base.

Labels: Torrid

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