Andra Day for Pandora

Over the past few years I've gotten into Pandora jewelry, collecting pieces here and there and gifting my mom for Mother's Day. But imagine my surprise when scrolling through my timeline I see Andra Day donning some familiar bangles. Loving this new campaign, especially because it's someone who's music I've listened to and mostly because she looks like me.

I'm in Facebook groups for Pandora and when I see someone that looks like me wearing it, it's an immediate bond. I'm glad Pandora is reaching out to all their customers even through advertising. Now if I can just get them to make size 10 rings...

Photos courtesy of Pandora.net

Alright, alright, alriiiiiiiiiight!

I think it's about time I picked this blog back up. Who's still out there?

It's all about the bags...

I was browsing around looking at one of my favorite shopping sites *coughZapposcough* and ran across these bags. I literally gasped at the gorgeousness of these new bags in all of their flashiness. I'm normally not a flashy girl, but I could see myself rocking each of these bags to work, play or just running errands in the city. Sequins weren't even my thing until I saw these beauties from Juicy Couture:

Sequin Stripe Day Dreamer $268

Sequin Stripe Dame $298

I could totally (hit my maximum limit for this word) see myself wearing the first bag with a grey open cardigan, jeans and black boots and maybe a black stretch belt over the cardigan. And the second bag, a cute blush cardigan with a brooch, jeans and Chanel-inspired flats.

And as if those weren't enough, the sneaky little sidebar showed up some more results of lush and flashy bags that I could easily see myself wearing to an event or play:

Little Connie Sequin Shoulderbag $229

Luxe Day Dreamer Chiffon $398

The only thing stopping me from getting these beauties is my budget and getting the eye from my aunt and mom about spending. But yeah, other than that I'd snag 'em.

Good day!

- Miss T

Looks for fall...

FALL in love with Autumn...

Skinny Denim by Old Navy
Mules & Clogs by Report

Navy and navajo...

Keep covered up and cute with a patterned wrap sweater and close fitting knit pants. Top it off with a chic beret and cape-style...

Tanks by Old Navy
Boots by Pour La Victoire

Day and night...

Transition in this LBD from day (pearls and flats) to night (multichain necklace and heels) in no time flat.

Black Dresses by Asos
Sandals by Stuart Weitzman

MISS TINA! - Tina Knowles Debuts Line at Walmart

Though it's been long known (by fans of Beyonce' of course) that Ms. Tina Knowles is a designer in her own right - she designed some of Destiny's Childs' costumes - she has not come out with her own line of clothing.

UNTIL NOW...

Her new collection of affordable clothing debuts this month with some pieces already online (sorry, they're sold out ***Update 10/7/10*** - they're back in stock online). What I love about the line is that she unapologetically includes everyone. As she says below, whether you're a size 2 or 20, there's something for you. What I also love is that the clothes don't lose shape as you go up in size. Because sometimes what may be for that size 2 may not be for you. But with this line, that isn't so. The curvier women in the video are working it good if not better than the slimmer models. And with this line, it's fashion at a very affordable price, which is a plus because I'm on a budget, and I will be snatching up those dresses and open cardigans. The only thing to worry about with this line is it flying off the shelves and possibly seeing someone at the church house (cause that's where I'd work it) or up in the club (if that's your thing), with the same dress on. Either way, I think Ms. Tina has a hit on her hands...

Check it out for yourself:

Images courtesy of BeyonceOnline.com

Coming to America...

I was so happy when I saw this email. While I don't like to give away my secrets, I had to share this one. ASOS is now shipping in America! That means no more waiting 10-12 days for a shirt, jacket or jeans and paying outrageous shipping (I don't think their shipping was bad, but now this is a guarantee it won't be). Also I love seeing the prices in USD even though you could change it on the London site. While I don't like the fact that I could possibly see someone here in the States with the same outfit as me, I don't mind them coming across the pond. Cheerio! :)

Teacher, Teacher...

For some reason, this outfit reminds me of what a teacher would wear. A cool teacher that is. I'm actually thinking about going into education and I would rock this. Heck, I'd rock it in an office. Let me know what you think.

Boots by Madden-Girl
Satchels by Nine West

Denim Drama

So I usually have a hard time finding the perfect jeans to fit me because not only am I curvy, but I am also petite (as in short, not small). I was going to look for another pair of "jeggings" (bought them before the word jeggings came out) by INC but they stopped making them. So I checked out Macy's a week ago and found these babies. They're made by Style & Co. and are slightly bootcut rather than fully flared. They fit perfectly! They're also very slimming as they have spandex for a little give and are in a dark wash. I will definitely be wearing these with boots and clogs this season.

They were originally $52, but were on sale for $32 and Macy's was having a denim sale taking $10 off making them $22. Check them out online or locally while they're still on sale.

I'm Baaaaaack!

Ok, so I know I totally ditched this blog leaving all of my 2 followers with no style inspiration, but I'm back. Had a big bump in the road that I had to get over. Though it was stressful, I'm able to make a new start and actually feel like "getting done up" again. Now I just have to find some places to go.

P.S. Yes I cut my hair, so as you follow this fashion journey with me, you can also follow my natural journey.

Later gators...

A Trench in Florida?

It's funny how people think us Floridians don't need coats or sweaters down here in the winter but we do. So I took advantage of two sites that are already selling outerwear at clearance prices and came up with a winner. :D

And the first one obviously isn't it. :( It's what I thought was a trench made by Jessica London. I bought it and even read the reviews but thought it couldn't be that bad. WRONG! It was worse. The "trench" is actually made out of raincoat material and I mean like the kind you wear on a water ride at a theme park, only thicker. It's supposed to be feminine and girly with the "ruffles" but instead it's wrinkled and crunched up. Add to that the fact that you can't iron it and it's just a HOT MESS.

Now...for the winner! I got this purple cotton trench coat from Target for $19 + some change!!! And I LOVE it. :heart: I love the color because it's my favorite and the texture of the jacket is nice (100% cotton with). It's a little big but I may have it taken in. Then again, maybe not so I can layer.

First up:

HOT MESS


Raincoat - Jessica London $39 (rounded up)

LOVE :D :


Trench - Target $20





Top and skirt - Old Navy
Shoes - Bandolino
And don't worry folks, I have a better camera and will set it up tomorrow to take better pics. :)

The Beginning...

I decided to start this blog today because (of):

1.)The lack of plus-sized everyday fashion blogs as opposed to those who are "normal" size (and that's a whole 'nother blog).
2.) As a way to push myself to wear things that flatter me rather than what's "comfortable".
2.5) I don't want to end up on What Not To Wear (well, not involuntarily).

So, I hope to inspire myself and others to dress a little better and also represent for the Big Girls (and/or the in-betweens)!

- T