October = Breast Cancer Awareness month = All pink EVERYTHING. You’re going to find yourself inundated with pink products this month. Everything’s coming up rose, hot, fuchsia, powder or pale. In honor of Breast Cancer Awareness month, I’ll be sharing my top picks for the hottest pink items out there. First stop – Tory Burch….
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Rachel Roy’s AHA Moment
Recently, gorgeous and fabulous fashion designer had what Oprah might call, an “aha moment.” No, it didn’t come during my interview with her about plus size fashion (although I’m hoping inspiration struck there…HEY Rachel!). And it didn’t happen last night when she was on Project Runway. (did you see her? HEY Rachel!) Rachel’s moment came…
Plus Size Designer Collaborations at Target – Best Idea EVER!
An idea has been marinating in my mind for the last few weeks. It was sparked when I went shopping in the suburbs of Illinois, and realized how many items of beautiful plus size designer clothing was for sale. TJ Maxx. Nordstrom Rack. Marshalls. All of these stores had heavy racks of Calvin Klein, Ralph…
Diesel Black Gold – The Only Runway Show For Me
This year for Mercedes-Benz Fashion Week, I found myself dealing with transportation and accomodation issues and other only-in-NYC drama, which led me to miss many Lincoln Center experiences. But as good fortune would have it, there was one show in the cards that I was able to make without a problem. And it was a…
XCVI Plus Size Giveaway!
Effortless and eclectic, bohemian and confident. That’s how clothing brand XCVI describes their aesthetic, and it explains why I love them. That’s my style too! I have been a fan of the brand for a while, so when I had the opportunity to try out their Silver Queen Tunic Top, I was BEYOND excited. I…
It’s Officially Sundress Month!
The sky is blue, the sidewalk is sizzling, and the parks is full of live music, outdoor festivities and fun to be had. That’s right ladies, it’s summer! Time to bust out your beautiful bright sundresses! This June, sundress season has been given an official title by sportscaster and Twitter friend Bomani Jones. He explains…
Rock the Red Recap
Last Thursday night, I couldn’t stop smiling. Even now writing this post, I find the same grin back on my face. Y’all, the ladies of The Red Pump Project turned it OUT last Thursday at their Rock the Red fashion show! I had the hardest time choosing what to wear. I knew the ladies in…
Chic in Crochet
Once upon a time, crochet may have been the hobby your grandmother or aunty used to pass the time. Their needlework generally resulted in doilies, tablecloths, kitschy detailing on dresses, and those often-ill fitting waistcoats that were briefly popular in the Nineties. (I’m speaking from personal experience, here). That was then. There’s been a HUGE…
Ask Afrobella: Plus Size Pretty
I’ve been restraining myself from shopping lately, so I can’t tell you how much fun it is for me to fantasy shop for someone else! I just got a delightful Ask Afrobella question for my pear-shaped bellas. Bella, My pear-shaped friend is trying to find something to wear for a wedding in May. I’m trying…
She’s Bringing Brooches Back
Did you see Michelle Obama on Leno this week? To paraphrase one of my favorite Barrington Levy songs — every day I love her just a little bit more. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Ubl5hSEoIQ0 I would be ever so proud to have her as the first lady. But this post isn’t about politics. It’s about fashion! 55 Secret Street…