Marilyn Monroe Part 2

So I was looking through my post and I noticed that I did a post on Marilyn Monroe a couple a months ago and I wanted to follow up. Marilyn Monroe was a very curvaceous woman and was not afraid to show it off. A 50's sex goddess she was and she will be forever remembered, so this post is dedicated it to her because I can not get enough of her.

I started with a casual printed Tee with her face from Evans. It's a short sleeve crew neck t-shirt with front print of Marilyn Monroe with diamonte detail.

I paired it with a skirt also from Evans. The Silver Piped Skirt is a silver shimmer skirt with black piping detail and back zip fastening.

I enjoy putting a spin on a look so I went for the Cadet Button Trendy Jacket from Plus Size Fix. The trendy military inspired plus size jacket. It also has a wonderful detailed button design. Mixing prints with military is something sexy but tough.

For the legs, I went for "Florence" Texture Tights from FootTraffic. Of course printed tights never hurt.

For the shoes, I chose from Amiclubwear is the Black Patent Faux Suede Lace Oxford Bootie Heels. It features patent faux suede, laced up and cushion footbed, 1 1/4" platform & 5" heels. The look I wanted to go for is trendy

The bag, I chose a printed Marilyn Monroe bag from 1 Retro Place. You don't have to go all out a simple clutch or bag will do but this is a dedication piece, so why not?

The jewelry is from Forever 21, I chose a ring, bracelet and earrings. No need for a necklace because the printed tee does not need a necklace to cover up her face. LOL1 I chose the Lacquer Shell Ring, Grand Expandable Bracelet and the Jeweled Swing Earrings all have accents of color.

How do you admire Marilyn Monroe? Do you own a tee or a bag or emulate her style? Would love to hear from all of you guys.


1) Black Marilyn Monroe T-Shirt $10.00

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

2) Silver Piped Skirt $25.00

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

3) Cadet Button Trendy Jacket $33.99

http://www.plussizefix.com/

4) Plus Size Florence Texture Tights $15.00

http://www.foottraffic.com/

5) Black Patent Faux Suede Lace Oxford Bootie Heels $23.99

http://www.amiclubwear.com/

6) Marilyn Monore Silver Tote Handbag $38.00

http://www.1retroplace.com/

7) Jewelry: Lacquer Shell Ring $4.80
                     Grand Expandable Bracelet $6.80
                     Jeweled Swing Earrings $7.80

http://www.forever21.com/

The Big "O"/ All that Glitters...

For this edition of The Big "O" I wanted to feature different shoes for the New Year's. I know that you want the glitz and glamout when coming into the New Year. So I decided to showcase some shoes that you can put on and step out for a night on the town. These shoes will have people looking straight down and admiring it.

You can wear each of these shoes with a black dress or a cocktail dress. Whatever you deciede it will look FAB.

The first shoes I chose was the Silver Glitter Dress Shoes. It has an all over tonal glitter and it's approximately 4" high.

The second is Donatella Glitter Peep Toe. It features metallic lining and covered platform. It has a 4.5" back heel height which can show off those sexy gams.

The Miss Me Women's Whitney Open Toe Pump is a great choice and it comes in 4 colors. The heel measures approximately 4 1/4" and the platform measures approximately 3/4"

The Highest Heel Women's Glitzee Pump is covered in shimmering glitter galore, a stiletto heel and a vampy pointed toe.

All these shoes will add a bit of mystique, fun and you'll have a great time dancing in these shoes. Let me know do you like or love glitter shoes. What outfit can you see yourself wearing them with.

1) Silver Glitter Dress Shoes $26.90

http://www.windsorstore.com/

2) Donatella Glitter Peep Toe $22.80

http://www.forever21.com/

3) Miss Me Women's Whitney Open Toe Pump $39.95

http://www.endless.com/

4) The Highest Heel Women's Glitzee Pump $27.47

http://www.endless.com/

Silver Lining

Happy Saturday! Hope everyone is enjoying the weather. Even you plan on heading out and you are not the skirt or the dress type of woman then I have a solution, pants suit! Sounds weird huh? well I wore a suit to a party once, actually an all white party and let me tell you the compliments were coming left and right. It feels good to receive compliments, so I say take it and say Thank You!

So today on I found a pants suit, from One Stop Plus. The only thing I can say before proceeding is that I do not like that they don't feature plus size models for the clothes to at least get a visual on how the clothes will look. But none the less they do have clothes for great prices.

So today I started with the full pants suit, The Shiny Pants Suit has a shawl collar blazer shaped with princess seams and contoured-waist pants with slightly flared legs. Before ordering make sure you inquire about the size chart to get the correct size.

For the shoes I went for the "DREGGS" platform pumps from Aldo. These fabulous round toes, which feature creative platform design at the front, straight heel, and soft suede finish. Also on the bottom it has a shade of gray.

For the jewlery, I went to Charlotte Russe and I found this earring and matching bracelet. The Rhinestone Filigree Petal Earrings and Medallion Filigree Cuff are a perfect match to a sweet ending. Of course you can go with a black clutch which I found on Charlotte Russe, Rhinestone Kisslock Box Clutch, a perfect fit.

Let me know have you worn a pants suit to a party? If so where did you purchase one? Let me know your feedback, questions and comments.

Pants Suit: Shiny Pant Suit $69.99 -$79.00 each and depending on size

http://www.onestopplus.com/

Shoes: "DREGGS" $89.98

http://www.aldoshoes.com/

Clutch: Rhinestone Kisslock Box Clutch $16.99

http://www.charlotterusse.com/

Earrings: Rhinestone Filigree Petal Earrings $4.00

http://www.charlotterusse.com/

Bracelet: Medallion Filigree Cuff  $4.00

http://www.charlotterusse.com/

Prom Dress + Blazer = A Winning Look!

Welcome new followers, I hope you enjoy this ride as you take this journey with me. For tonight I wanted to do something with the boyfriend blazer. I feel the boyfriend blazer is very verstile and you can dress it up or dress it down. You can take a tank top and classy it up or you can take a dress and dress it down.

I found this new site which is called Missle Fridge, this site is owned by the Arcadia Group, their sites are Evans, Top Shop and Dorothy Perkins to name a few. Well I instantly fell in love with Grey Sequin Mesh Prom Dress. Yes it is a prom dress but you can dress it for a casual night out. The strapless prom dress with sequin embellishment to skirt and concealed zip fastening.

I paired it with a Classic Woven Blazer from Faith 21. The blazer is a simple everyday look to a dressy look. The Classic Woven Blazer features include a single-buttoned front, 2-front pockets, 1-chest pocket, pinstriped smooth lining, and a finished hem with a 7.5" back slit. Fold the sleeves up to reveal pinstriped lining.

For the shoes I went to Urban Original. the Anne Michelle Hotshot Peep Toe Bootie may not have that appeal, but I say trust me when you slip these on, the look will feel complete. It featuring slip on style, side cut-out design, elastic band, shinny platform and stiletto heel. Finished with soft insole and smooth lining.

The necklace is from Charlotte Russe and its the Draped Chain & Rhinestone Necklace. The earrings, Disco Ball Earrings, Jewel Encrusted Bracelet, and the Dot Framed Jewel Ring are from Forever 21. All nice compliments to the dress.

The Sequin Hinge Wallet finishes the look and it's sold on Urban Outfitters. The slim, sleek wallet covered in shimmering sequins, hinged together with metal trim and finished with a clasp opening.

What two looks you have in your closet completes one look? IS there something you would change or take away? Let me know!

Dress: Grey Sequin Mesh Prom Dress $50.00

http://www.misselfridge.com/

Jacket: Classic Woven Blazer $29.50

http://www.forever21.com/

Shoes: Anne Michelle Hotshot Peep Toe Bootie $24.10

http://www.urbanog.com/

Necklace: Draped Chain & Rhinestone Necklace $11.50

http://www.charlotterusse.com/

Bracelet: Jewel Encrusted Bracelet $12.80

http://www.forever21.com/

Earrings: Disco Ball Earrings $5.80

http://www.forever21.com/

Ring: Dot Framed Jewel Ring $4.80

http://www.forever21.com/

Wallet: Sequin Hinge Wallet $18.00

http://www.urbanoutfitters.com/

Living My Life Like It's Golden

As always I have to be conscious of my readers and some people are not withering this cold and is enjoying good weather ( I am jealous lol!) So I picked an outfit actually if you are going out then put on a sweater and a coat and enjoy this outfit in a party. Life can be golden and so can your outfit.

When I saw this top on the Macy's website, I instantly wanted to showcase this. The top is from INC International and the metallic gold shimmer will make your heart melt. It's a sleeveless, halter neckline and a draped crossover front.

The jeans are from Old Navy and it's the Sweetheart Skinny Jeans. I figured jeans would go great and skinny jeans can showcase the shoes I am going to talk about next. It has that classic five-pocket style and a great combination with the top.

The shoes are from Aldo and they are on sale, The "SLINEY" patent leather, and come complete with peep toe, front platform and sky-high heel. I think the mixture of cream with gold metallic painted on, I think it's on FIRE!

The jewelery and handbag are from Aldo. The "MENAGGIO" earrings has a meticulous engraving detail and contrast accents. With tiny beads at the top and metallic trim. The "BALLANCE" ring features intertwined loop design, coil-like metal finish and subtle dark accents. The "SHULDA" are a set of bangles, including glossy finishes, polished hardware detailing and leopard prints. They're richly itemized and feature various sizes and finishes.

So do you gold in your life? Are there any clothes that make you life golden? I love to hear your thoughts and comments!

1) Top: INC International Sleevless Metallic $42.03

www.macys.com 

2) Jeans: The Sweetheart Skinny Jeans $25.00

www.oldnavy.com 

3) Shoes: "SLINEY" $44.98

www.aldoshoes.com 

5)  Jewelery:  "MENAGGIO" $10.00
                       "BALLANCE" $12.00
                       "SHULDA" $15.00

www.aldoshoes.com 

6) Handbag: "KANRAH" $15.98

www.aldoshoes.com

Unleash The Tiger

Sometimes I have the energy to do everything and that is where the inner eye of the tiger comes out. I am strong, beautiful and plus size. I know I have done a couple of post with black but it's my go to color. For me it's not the slimming effect, but it's simple and you can jazz it up with cute leggings or accessories.

For the dress, I started with a Golden Dream Dress by Carmakoma. As stated on their site it’s a funky dress with belt, at the same time giving a tough, but also feminine look and asymmetrical shoulder straps. One strap is detachable completing the asymmetrical look. Elastic top part keeps the dress in place. It has frills on one shoulder strap and along the dress.

For the bottom I went with Jaguar tights from Foot Traffic. The tights are funky and the spots will have people saying ooohh ahhh.

I found out from Torrid they have the Black Faux Suede Knee-High Ashley Boot. The soft faux suede boot has a vertical seam on the outer side and a zipper with goring on the inner side. The boots are made with a wide calf.

For the jewelry is from Forever 21. I added the Cheetah Faux Pearl Necklace; it's an amazing braided necklace featuring a chunky construction with faux pearl beads, rhinestone chains, and a cheetah-printed chiffon accent. The high polished dimpled connectors are attached to a toggle clasp closure. The Escapade Dangle Earrings metal hook earrings featuring a Victorian-style with dangling beads. Also the Faux Pearl Cluster Ring creates a sophisticated look and to finish it off, I added The Mélange Bracelet Set.

For the clutch, I found this cute online store FOB wrist bag in leopard. Petit Tresor is a boutique online that sells baby clothes, but the bag was calling my name. So you can find certain things on any site, if you look hard enough.

So how do you unleash you inner tiger? As always let me know, leave comments and you can always send request biggurlfashion@yahoo.com


1) Dress: Golden Dream Dress

http://www.carmakoma.com/

2) Tights: Jaguar Tights $21.00

http://www.foottraffic.com/

3) Black Faux Suede Knee-High Ashley Boot $62.00

http://www.torrid.com/

4) Jewelry: Cheetah Faux Pearl Necklace $7.80
                     Escapade Dangle Earrings $5.80
                     Faux Pearl Cluster Ring $4.80
                     Melange Bracelet Set $9.80

http://www.forever21.com/

5) Bag: FOB wrist bag in leopard $22.00

http://www.petittresor.com/

The Big "O"/ Bondage Badge

Hello everyone and on this edition of The Big "O", I have boots that will have you saying my favorite Zoe line, "Bananas" lol! It's the Bandage Boots and I don't need a doctor to help me buy the replica!

Giuseppe Zanotti for Balamain and the replica Bondage Buckle Boot are both great investments for your feet. What can I say, they give me that Dominatrix feel, want to stomp on gravel all day long lol!

The Giuseppe Zanotti for Balamain is embellished with a deep matching suede cuff that sits around the leg and a row of wide suede straps with chrome buckles. They have a tapered toe and a suede-covered stiletto heel. Of course when paying for these boots, you will get your money worth because of the quality and workmanship they put into the boots. They retail for $1,781. If you are financially stable to purchase this, then you will be making a great investment.

If not and you are the budget conscious diva, The Bondage Buckle Boots from Charlotte Russe is a great alternative. It features a distressed faux leather, buckled bondage straps, almond toe, side zipper closure, 3 1/2" covered stiletto heel, an interior platform, and a lightly padded insole, 8 1/2" shaft height and a faux leather upper and rubber sole. This is only for $49.99. This is great for the price, it may not last you as long but you can make a very bold and daring statement with these boots for the time being.

As always, your thoughts on these boots and what strap boots have you purchased in the last months.

As always check to see if you feeds are going through and update your subscriptions. I don’t have the blogspot in the link anymore.

1) Giuseppe Zanotti for Balamain $1,781

http://www.farfetch.com/

2) Bondage Buckle Boot $49.99

http://www.charlotterusse.com/

What I Wore Edition: Sweater Dress

Wow sorry for the lack of posting in regards to what I wear. I am usually a t-shirt and jeans kind of girl but sometime you catch me all glamed up. So today in NYC it was COLD, I mean very COLD! When that happens I love to put on a big sweater, some tights and boots and I am on my way to brave the cold. I mean, I should get used to it, I lived in NYC for most of my life but it's so COLD, brrr... lol

I wore a big sweater because I wanted to feel comfy and cute, the two c's I always say lol! I paired it with printed tights and with grey boots that actually fit over my calves.

As always I recreated the look because I love my readers. I bought the sweater for $13.00 at a store named Danice located in Brooklyn, NY. If you ever there, stop by they have a cute plus size section most of the time.

The sweater I found on eBay for $10.00, which is way cheaper. It's an off the shoulder sweater so you can change it up for two looks.

For the tights, of course I always send you guys to foottraffic but I know there are stores around your area that sell them cheaper, so if you find them let me know. I picked the Sydney Texture Tights which have a printed designed similar to my shoes.

The boots, are from Piperlime and they are the Very Volatile Groupie Boot, they have a slouchy pull-on boot, reflective stud detailing at back shaft, and a 1" covered heel.

I wore some simple black earrings and just my two rings in which I wear everyday, no matter if it’s gold or sliver that I have on. I found these earrings and rings from Charlotte Russe, The Rhinestone Teardrop Earrings and Rhinestone Oval Ring.

What’s your winter style? Do you wear sweater dresses? What’s your style?

1) Sweater Dress: Grey & Black Sweater Dress $9.99

http://www.ebay.com/

2) Tights: Sydney Texture Tights $15.00

http://www.foottraffic.com/

3) Boots: Very Volatile Groupie Boot $44.99

http://www.piperlime.com/

4) Earrings: Rhinestone Teardrop Earrings $4.00

http://www.charlotterusse.com/

5) Ring:  Rhinestone Oval Ring $4.00

http://www.charlotterusse.com/

Taking A Second Look

You know there are times when you are shopping and you pick up a dress and say to yourself this will not work for me! Well I give this advice to ladies; think twice before putting it down. Think about the whole outfit and say what can I put with it to give it some WOW appeal. So today my assignment is to pick something really out of the ordinary and something that I probably would pass and not give it a second look in the store.

I started with the Here To Win from Great Glam. The elastic band waist features gathering at the crisp front panel. A subtle pin stripe and pockets at the hips of the color accenting skirt creates a flattering design. You may say I don't like this dress because it's too long or the color is blah. But here are some tips to help.

1) Shoes make any dress pop, so try a different color shoes and see if it works.

I picked the Suede Zipper High Heel Boot from Go Jane. The high heel closed toe boot featuring multiple bootstraps with functional zipper trim. Heel height: 4.5 inches. I like how the zippers have that grey sheen so it does match with the dress.

2) Go with a cover-up, a jacket or even a sweater makes a difference to a dress or a shirt that you may not like.

I paired the dress with a sweater I found from Alloy. The red goes with the shoes and it gives it some flavor in my opinion. The V-NECK CARDIGAN is a sweater with three-quarter sleeves and it goes up to size XXXL.

3) Accessories: When in doubt accessories, necklaces, bracelets, earrings and rings will do the trick.

I finished it over with earrings from Forever 21, the Chain Linked Feather Earrings are a perfect fit and the Leafy Strands Necklace finishes off the look. I went with simple earrings and necklace because the whole outfit does not fight with the shoes and the sweater, which says a whole lot.

So are you the type to not take a second look at a piece of item in the store. How did I do here? Let me know I am always welcome for comments and suggestions.

1) Dress: "Here To Win" $22.80

http://www.greatglam.com/

2) Shoes: Suede Zipper High Heel Boot $30.50

http://www.gojane.com/

3) Sweater: V-NECK CARDIGAN $9.99

http://www.alloy.com/

4) Acessories: Chain Linked Feather Earrings $3.80
                            Leafy Strands Necklace $5.80

http://www.forever21.com/


                          

Building an Outfit From Your Shoes

 "It is not money that makes you well-dressed, it is understanding"- Christian Dior

So recently my twitter bud @_designprincess reveled to the world, this wonderful site called Urban Original. I mean the shoes are gorgeous and the price amazing! Check out her site Musings of a Fatshionista.

But I chose something that really caught my eye and it's the Fahrenheit Yama Ruffle Bootie. You ever have a shoe and build an outfit around it, well that's what I did. I took these shoes and based my whole outfit on it.

I paired it with the Fitted Strapless Knit Dress from Forever 21. It's a strapless knit dress featuring a sweetheart neckline. Other features include distinguished tiers on the front side, a lightly padded bust with accent pleats, an elastic upper back trim followed by an exposed back zipper, and a finished hem. Lining at the bust only.

I put on a pair of tights because I am the bold type, so the Florence Texture Tights from Foot Traffic are my picks!

For the bag I found it from NineWest, I think it's a close to perfect match. Ruffle Satin Clutch. The satin clutch has a chain link, I would put the chain inside the bag and make it a clutch instead. 

For the jewelry, I really wanted to add this necklace for a while, and I happy I found the perfect outfit for it. The Mesh Pearl Strands from Forever 21. These faux pearl strands are intertwined with racy mesh while trimmed with a matching rosette. The satin ribbon anchors it with a bow.

For the ears, a simple pearl stud I love, because of the necklace the studs add a touch of glam. Dressy Studded Earrings from Forever 21. A trio of mixed styles, this earring set offers you pearls, high polished orbs and set-in rhinestones. So you get three for the price of one. 

So do you build outfits from your shoes or is it the other way around? Is the outfit to you liking or dislike, I am always appreciative of the feedback!

1) Shoes: Fahrenheit Yama Ruffle Bootie $23.90

www.urbanoriginal.com

2) Dress: Fitted Strapless Knit Dress $19.80

www.forever21.com

 3) Tights: Florence Texture Tights $15.00

www.foottraffic.com

4) Bag: Ruffle Satin Clutch  $39.99 

www.ninewest.com

5) Necklace: Mesh Pearl Strands $10.80

www.forever21.com