Monday, April 12, 2010

What I Wore Edition: Jungle Jane Meets Rock!

On this post, I went to work like I was going to the club, please don't follow my lead. LOL! I am a risk taker and I always say I love to take risk.



When I purchased this dress from Torrid it was from the 24 hour clearance sale where it was half off and it got it for $20. The boots I bought from Rainbow Shops also $20 and the jewelry are from different vendors. I went for the jungle meets rock star.

Of course I had to recreate the look with some changes here and there.



The dress is exact and it's sold on the Torrid Site. Brown Leopard Diamond-Hem Dress is a soft jersey-knit dress has a diamond-shaped hem, leopard print, ruched banded empire waist, and surplice bust and sash ties.

The boots are from Endless. The Miss Me Monet Studded Ankle Boot is a perfect fit. It features faux suede upper with layers of studded straps and two adjustable buckles.

The jacket is a Cropped Chain Blazer from Forever 21. It's a removable button chain closure accents the front of this cropped blazer with peaked lapels, cuffed sleeves, and faux welt pockets. Lightly gathered at the shoulder.

The necklace is from Torrid and it's the Silver Rhinestone Curved Heart Necklace. Fine rolo chain necklace features a large silver asymmetrical heart with one side accented with graduated sparkly rhinestones.

The ring is Forever 21. The Tapered Leopard Ring is a gorgeous fit. It's a tapered polished metal ring with glossy leopard-spotted surface. The bracelet is the Athena Elastic Bracelet, An elastic bracelet featuring plastic and a polished metal structure with an oval-shaped top bead accent. An intricate design on each of the metal structure. Also the Rhinestone Stud Hoop Earrings finsihes off the look.


1) Dress: Brown Leopard Diamond-Hem Dress $39.98

http://www.torrid.com/

2) Shoes: Miss Me Monet Studded Ankle Boot $49.95

http://www.endless.com/

3) Jacket: Cropped Chain Blazer $22.80

http://www.forever21.com/

4) Chain: Silver Rhinestone Curved Heart Necklace $14.00

http://www.torrid.com/

5) Ring: Tapered Leopard Ring $1.99

http://www.forever21.com/

6) Bracelet: Athena Elastic Bracelet $6.80

http://www.forever21.com/

7) Earrings: Rhinestone Stud Hoop Earrings $6.80

http://www.forever21.com/

Sunday, April 11, 2010

What I Wore Edition: Warmer Clothes

Helloooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooo everyone sorry for not being here for the last couple of weeks but I was real busy. Home, work and life is hard work. But I am up 125 followers and I want to thank everyone for sticking by me.



So with that said on this what I wore edition. It was a bueautiful Sunday and I am all for the bold colors. I think when it gets warmer, my clothes get warmer lol! But my look will be more of a patterns this warmer season so check it out!!

I found this print dress from Pay Half. I found it when the spring clothes were rolling around in the stores. I purchased it early because we all know what happens when you don't by something you fall in love with. It disappears when you come back.

The shoes are from Bitten. A very comfortable pair of shoes, I've only wore them 3 times since purchasing them.

The sweater is from a a little store in Brooklyn called Pretty girl. I bought three because I love having the option of wearing a sweater over a dress, never know when the temperature shall change.

The jewelery is from a vendor in the street in which I purchased it for $1 and it's still one of my favorite chains.The ring also from a vendor, found it for $3 and I receive compliments on it all the time.

Of course I recreated the look:


The dress is from Casual Plus and it's the Printed long strapless dress Jr. plus size in the color green.

The sweater is from Khol's and it's the Apt 9 Shrug Cardian. Shirred details add charming touches. Ribbed trim offers natural stretch and shape retention. Soft, cashmerelike construction keeps you comfortable.

The shoes are from DSW and they are the Moda Spana Heloise Sandal Wedge. This espadrille sandal has a Grosgrain fabric upper, oversized knot bow, Peep toe, Cushioned insole and a 4¼" rope covered wedge; 1" platform.

The necklace and ring is from Forever 21. The necklace is a Heart Toggle Necklace, round faceted beaded necklace featuring a puffed heart pendant and a toggle closure. The ring is an added spice and it's the Leopard Spotted Jewel Ring. Leopard spotted ring featuring a faceted center jewel and miniature rhinestone frame.

1) Dress: Printed long Strapless Dress $23.99

www.casual-plus.com

2) Shrug: Apt 9 Shrug Cardigan $19.80

www.khols.com

3)  Shoes: Moda Spana Heloise Sandal Wedge $49.95

www.dsw.com

4) Necklace: Heart Toggle Necklace $4.80
                     Leopard Spotted Jewel Ring $5.80

www.forever21.com

Tuesday, March 23, 2010

What I Wore Edition: Blue Skies



When the weather was very warm I didn't go all out and went with shorts and tank tops. I went with a simple black dress, floral sweater and flat studded wedges. I was very comfortable and cool at the same time and if the weather dropped at night I had a black scarf. The dress and the the sweater are from Conway. The shoes are from a small boutique in NYC.



Of course I recreated the look by finding the dress at Casual Plus. The "Dori" is a super long cocktail dress Jr. plus size black Fabric: Made with 100% Rayon jersey Soft and light fabric Bra cup attached Adjustable bra strip and it ties on back super long.

For the sweater I went on the Forever 21 site, Rose Desire Cardigan. A 3/4 sleeve sweater cardigan featuring a bountiful rose pattern. Other features include a scoop neckline, a 7-buttoned placket, and a matching ribbed hem and arm cuff detail.

The shoes are from Aldo and it's the "Rubal" shoes. These ballet flats combine round toe, flexible rubber sole and low-cut silhouette. They're shiny and textured, and detailed with metal studding at the front.

For the jewelery, I have the Metallic Textured Hoops, Razzle Dazzle Bangles, and the Captured Faceted Bead Necklace completes the look.


1) Dress: "Dori" $19.99

www.casual-plus.com 

2) Sweater: Rose Desire Cardigan $19.80

www.forever21.com 

3) Shoes: "Rubal" $19.98 

www.aldoshoes.com 

4) Jewelery: Metallic Hoop Earrings $4.80
                    Razzle Dazzle Bangles $14.80
                    Captured Faceted Bead Necklace $4.80 

www.forever21.com



Monday, March 22, 2010

What I Wore Edition: Body Con Dress

Sorry people I haven't blogged much but I am happy you guys stayed, you people rock! Smooches to all! Well I decided to show of what I wear on this blog, so get ready for more clothing because I feel it's better if you showcase the clothing on our bodies. So I want you ladies to send in pictures and showcase your style to Biggurlfashion and let me know what you like to wear.



When Christina from Musings of a Fatshionista wore this on her blog, I fell in love with it and I had to buy it. When I purchased it and it came in the mail I was sooo excited and it fit likes a glove. It stretched where I wanted it to stretch, I put on my belt which I purchased from Rainbow. The tights are from Rainbow also and the shoes were a gift from my co-worker because I am obsessed with shoes.



I recreated the look to the best of my ability. The top of course it still on the site but the big sizes are selling quickly.  The ASOS Strappy Cut Out Body Con Dress is a stretch jersey body con cut-out dress, cut-out detail to front and back with fine straps and a figure-hugging style with long sleeves.

For the tights, I went with the Michael Kors Chrissi Wide Belt. It's pewter metallic leather with silvertone hardware, grommet detail and square buckle.

The shoes I went with was the Jennifer Peeptoe Bootie. An on-trend lace-up peeptoe boot with side elastic band details. Lightly textured faux leather body with platform and tapered stiletto heel. 4" approx back heel height, 5.5" shaft height, 10" shaft opening, 1" platform.

On Catherine's I saw the Spanx High Waisted tights. They are made with nylon and spandex. And they smooth out and pick up lol!

And the jewelry is from Forever 21. Dual Storybook Necklace. An extra long dual necklace. The upper chain comes with vintage style keys and heart lock. The second chain features classic royal pendants. Last but not least the Studded Bangles, A trio of studded bangles, one thick chunky style and two narrow accent bangles. Set of 3.

1) Dress: ASOS Strappy Cut Out Body Con Dress $30.77 

www.asos.com


2) Belt: Michael Kors Chrissi Wide Belt $45.00


www.michaelkors.com

3) Shoes: Jennifer Peeptoe Boot $26.00


www.forever21.com


4) Tights: Spanx High Waisted Tights $16.99


www.catherines.lanebryant.com


5) Jewelry: Dual Storybook Necklace $6.80
                   Studded Bangles $6.80
 
www.forever21.com



Sunday, March 14, 2010

The Big O/ Criss-Crossing Strap Wedges


On this edition of the Big O. I went with wedges and with some extreme edges. The expensive kind may vary from the inexpensive but the styles are similar. This is a great alternative if you don't like wear heels, it still gives you some length but at times decreases the pressure from the balls of your feet because you have more support.

The expensive shoes are sold on the Shirise site. The LD Tuttle "The Up" Clay Buckled Wedge Sandals is a buckled strappy leather upper, leather lining and insole, leather outsole and 4" wedge heel (including a 1.25" platform). It's made in Italy so you know you will be getting your money's worth.

The "Dina" from N.Y.L.A has a similar effect to the LD Tuttle. The Strappy leather upper with grommets and studs, ankle strap with adjustable buckle, 1½" platform, 5" covered wedge and a rubber sole. It's sold on the DSW site.

The "Extreme" from Bakers are 10 dollars cheaper but with similar styles. It features crisscrossing straps with metal studs and grommets décor, adjustable buckle closure and faux wood wedge heel, 4 1/4" Wedge, platform Height - 1 1/2" and the material used is a leather, Leopard/Printed Calf Hair.

1) LD Tuttle "The Up" Clay Buckled Wedge Sandals $579.00

http://www.shirise.com/

2) N.Y.L.A. Dina Strappy Wedge Sandal $79.95

http://www.dsw.com/

3) "Extreme" $69.95
http://www.bakersshoes.com/

Wednesday, March 10, 2010

On Top of Taupe



Oh my delicate flowers are all around, whether it's on a shirt or a skirt, there are flowers are all over. I love flowers strategically placed around the neck line, it shows your sweet and sensitive side.

For the top I went with the Sleeveless Sequence Trim Overlay with a Bubble Bottom from Rainbow Shops. Small flowers are layered across in a scoop neck.

The jeans are something that brought me back. I used to wear this brand of jeans all the time. They fit so nice and she knew where a woman needs to hug or show. It’s the Anne Klein Bootleg Jean.

The jacket is from Torrid. The White Circle Eyelet Short-Sleeved Jacket has an all over circle eyelet embroidery, a banded waist, two patch pockets and covered buttons. Single button closure. Adding a hint of white somewhere is always a plus for me.

The Cut Out Tie Platform from Charlotte Russe is a perfect fit to the outfit. It features a matte faux leather, cut out details, quilting details at the peep toe, ankle drawstring with bow tie, 4" stacked faux wood heel with platform, and a lightly padded insole. Faux leather upper and rubber sole.

For the neckline, I went very simple Two Faced Heart Necklace. and the Metallic Jewel Heart Earrings add a sweetheart touch.

I didn't add a clutch because this works well for work or even an after-work get together. So tell me what would you change about this outfit? Let me know!


1) Shirt: Sleeveless Sequence Trim Overlay $16.99
 
http://www.rainboshops.com/
 
2) Jeans: Anne Klein Bootleg Jean $38.99
 
http://www.anneklien.com/
 
3) Jacket: White Circle Eyelet Short-Sleeved Jacket $29.97
 
http://www.torrid.com/
 
4) Shoes: Cut Out Tie Platform $29.99
 
http://www.charlotterusse.com/
 
5) Jewelery: Two Faced Heart Necklace $5.80
                      Metallic Jewel Heart Earrings $4.80
 
http://www.forever21.com/
 

Tuesday, March 9, 2010

An Ode to Black



It's so nice in NYC, and I love sharing my spring happiness with you guys. But I can not forget winter because it was all about layering, neturals, browns and covering up and I couldn't leave winter without giving it it's props. With that said, an ode to black. Black for some reason tells people that it's slimming, but if it's black that you like to wear, rock it out. Fashion is a statement and it's not meant to follow rules.

I started with a simple black dress from Casual Plus. "Dori" is a sheered arm knit mini dress with a necklace attached. It has a good stretch fabric and see through arms.

The BCBG Paris Glitz Sequined Satin Platform Sandal from DSW. It has an elaborate sequined collar, back zipper, lightly padded insole, ½" platform, 4½" covered heel.

I went with a "La Regale" from Lori's Shoes. This elegant satin clutch has a lightly pleated front embellished with sequins and beading. The matte silver ball clasp adds a contemporary touch, with a silver chain shoulder strap for hands-free carrying.

The bracelets are from Charlotte Russe, the Black With Gold Stacked Bangles and the Stretch Metal Flower Bracelet adds the all black effect that I am looking for. The earrings also from Charlotte Russe, the Swirl Cut-Out Earrings gives a sweet ending to all black everything.

1) Dress: Sheered Arm Knit Mini Dress $19.99

http://www.casual-plus.com/

2) Shoes: BCBG Paris Glitz Sequined Satin Platform Sandal $59.95

http://www.dsw.com/

3) Bag: La Regale $42.00

http://www.lorisshoes.com/

4) Bracelets: Black With Gold Stacked Bangles $4.00
                    Stretch Metal Flower Bracelet $9.50
     Earrings: Swirl Cut-Out Earrings $4.00
http://www.charlotterusse.com/

Monday, March 8, 2010

Peek-A-Boo I See You!



Today I wanted a floral top and I went with this look. I love the ruffle look in the front of a shirt, pair it with a vest or even a jacket and you have the peek-a-boo effect.

The top is sold on the Plus Size Fix site, Plus Size Ruffle Flower Halter Top is an elegant ruffle plus size sexy flower halter top. This plus size top comes with a detailed ruffle design. Light with high quality stitching.

The skirt is a pencil skirt from Evans, the Navy Workwear Pencil Skirt. It's made with 100% Polyester and with a waistband detail. I love my tights and that may be something that you don't want to accentuate but a flowing skirt will work very well.

The shoes are from Nine West but are sold on the Piperlime site, The "Demode"  is a Platform maryjane with tear drop cutout accents, a 4 1/2" wrapped heel, 1" platform, synthetic outsole, padded leather footbed. The cut-out has the sexy peek-a-boo effect as the top.

The jewelery are both from Charlotte Russe, the Teardrop Earring and the Twisted Bead Bracelet add a pop of the purple (which I love and they are very inexpensive)

I didn't add a vest or a jacket because showing some arms are good! But if you want to, go ahead by all means. Let me know would you play peek-a-boo with your clothing and how?


1) Top: Plus Size Ruffle Flower Halter Top $33.99

http://www.plussizefix.com/

2) Skirt: Navy Workwear Pencil Skirt $22.51

http://www.evans.co.uk/

3) Shoes: Nine West "Demode" $69.99

http://www.piperlime.com/

4) Jewelery: Teardrop Earrings $4.00
                      Twisted Bead Bracelet $4.00

http://www.charlotterusse.com/

Friday, March 5, 2010

A Cut-Out Tights Is Oh So Nice!


I didn't think I would have gotten this far without my readers for this blog. I love that the passion I share with my viewers, have gotten some good responses and feedabck and I appreciate all the opportunities that have come my way. With that being said, I love the retailers are listening and they are getting much better. We don't want to be in frumpy clothes, we love to wear clothes to show off our curves. So today I was inspired by the leggings that was told to me by Ms. Christina, I really hope she does a OOTD soon with those leggings.

The ASOS Curve Mesh Insert Leggings. They are soft stretch mesh insert leggings, reinforced seams and high shine design and triangle cut-out curve to shape. Very sexy with the detailing and the cut-out adds some spice to it.

I went with the Ivory Ruffle Satin Tank from Torrid.  The so-pretty matte-satin tank features diagonal layers of jersey knit and matte satin on the front and a small ruffle at the back neck. A little bit of ruffles, a little bit of cut-outs is oh so nice.

The "Surran" from Aldo has a very sexy kit heel and sometime you don't need height. These fierce sandals have a caged design that makes them the focal point of any outfit. They also feature back zip, cone heel, and metal studding detail.

The Rhinestone Seduction Earrings is a perfect match, feature dangling rhinestones in a cluster formation and a stud style backing. Also the Edgy Rock Bangle is a mix of metallic accents that are ridged and curved.

To finish off the look, I went with a Charisma Croc Clutch from Forever 21. The faux patent leather clutch makes the perfect accessory. Features include an asymmetrical flap with a magnetic snap button closure, an optional chain strap, and a single cell pocket inside.

So would you wear cutout tights like the one I feature today?
1) ASOS Curve Mesh Insert Leggings $30.77

http://www.asos.com/

2) Ivory Ruffle Satin Tank $38.00

http://www.torrid.com/

3) "Surran" $80.00

http://www.aldo.com/

4) Rhinestone Seduction Earrings $4.80
     Edgy Rock Bangle $5.80

http://www.forever21.com/

5) Charisma Croc Clutch $9.80

http://www.forever21.com/

Wednesday, March 3, 2010

WIN A $20 GIFTCARD FROM MAURICES


Remember that post I did on the Maurices denim that I reviewed well they were nice enough to have a contest. Someone is
going to WIN A $20 GIFT CARD TO USE ON THEIR SITE.

Some background information on it: Maurices started in 1931 as a small women's fashion shop in Duluth, Minnesota, has grown to over 700 stores in 43 states across the country. Maurices is the leading small town specialty store and authority for the savvy, fashion conscious customer with a twenty-something attitude. They also have a plus size section in which you must check out.

I will randomly choose a winner, all you have to do are two things:

1) Join their Facebook Page, www.facebook.com/maurices

2) And comment your favorite item on their site.

The contest starts today and I will pick a winner on Monday March 8th, 2010. So that is five days to enter as many times as you want.

The contest is open to only U.S. residents. Sorry ; ( for my international readers. Trust me I have something in store for everyone!!