Archive for January, 2008

Avenue.com Lingerie 2008

Sunday, January 27th, 2008
Avenue.com Lingerie 2008

Avenue.com just released its latest lingerie line in anticipation of Valentine’s Day, and I’ve got to say, this year’s selection is worthy of anticipation. There’s some original takes on the old classic of seduction – brocade corsets, flirty skirts – and some designed purely for a woman’s personal indulgence. The standout piece of the collection... »

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Uh…NO. Bad Balenciaga, very very BAD.

Sunday, January 27th, 2008
Uh…NO. Bad Balenciaga, very very BAD.

The above design from Balenciaga has been everywhere – repeated across blogs and magazines for months now. I can only assume that people are repeating it because they like it, and while the sandals fascinate me, I can’t help but look at the general silhouette and suspect that once the big name stores that... »

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Belt Me: Curvy Girl Clothing

Sunday, January 27th, 2008
Belt Me: Curvy Girl Clothing

I almost feel like I don’t need to comment on this one from Curvy Girl Clothing.  I know some of you will love this, and might even be looking for exactly this. You know who you are. Share on Facebook »

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Brownstone Studio 2008 Spring Line

Saturday, January 26th, 2008
Brownstone Studio 2008 Spring Line

One of the most curious points of plus fashion is that the older the store’s target market, the more likely said store is to offer the same item in clothing ranging from the very small to the very large. Perhaps because after we pass 50 we are forgiven for our bodies – but more... »

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Poll: At What Size Does “Plus” Begin?

Saturday, January 26th, 2008

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Belt Me: Curvety

Saturday, January 26th, 2008
Belt Me: Curvety

The Brits tend to be fashion forward compared to those of us in North America; it’s one of the reasons people seem so transfixed by Kate Moss and Posh (and not just to see if they disappear when they turn sideways.) While I’ve seen the belts Curvety offered years ago as a trend of the... »

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2008 Torrid Vixen Line

Friday, January 25th, 2008
2008 Torrid Vixen Line

Could someone, seriously, explain to me what circumstances a plus girl might look good in a tube top? I might buy it if she’s one of those size 16-18 types that has a strong upper body, maybe a little muscle tone, but for those who like me are beset with arm and shoulder pudge... »

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Belt Me: Curvation

Friday, January 25th, 2008
Belt Me: Curvation

I love Queen Latifah, but I’ve spent surprisingly little time looking at her clothing line, Curvation. This is partly because it is usually light years beyond my budget, but also because her urban style is very L.A. glam and my urban style is very Minneapolis “did I get road salt on that?” Still, I... »

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Belt Me: Coldwater Creek

Thursday, January 24th, 2008
Belt Me: Coldwater Creek

I was actually stunned at the selection of belts available at Coldwater Creek, particularly since they allow for sizing up to 22W/a 42 inch waist. From slung hip to just a plain, practical belt, they have the selection  – usually in leather. There’s some very cool choices here, and I was pleasantly surprised. The belts... »

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2008 Lane Bryant Spring Line

Thursday, January 24th, 2008
2008 Lane Bryant Spring Line

The big news for Lane Bryant shoppers is that Lane Bryant has extended its sizing up to 30/32. I’m not sure how many people this opens up new clothing options for, but I’m glad to see L.B. recognizing that its competitors were quietly nailing them on this particular hidden market. For reference, Lane Bryant is... »

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