Category: Plus Size

Lane Bryant’s New Icon Collection

1 September, 2009 | Fashion, Plus Size

Looks like LB is trying to make a comeback with some of their new pieces for Fall.  I was pleasantly surprised when I checked the LB site yesterday and came across the New Icon Collection. 
I remember back in the day, I used to travel from Toronto to Buffalo all the time primarily so that I could visit [...]

SV Approved: Dream Diva

30 August, 2009 | Plus Size, SV Approved

    
     
I haven’t published a SV Approved post in a while but I’m back with a new store.  Dream Diva is an Australian based web store with a brick and mortar location selling clothing exclusively for the plus size woman sizes ranging from 14 – 24.  Not sure how long they have been around but the store looks [...]

SKORCH Magazine is Back and Better then Ever

25 July, 2009 | Fashion, Plus Size, Plus Size Model

SKORCH Magazine; Fashion Magazine for the Majority will soon be available in Print

 
SKORCH is back and better then ever.  Previously available on-line only the creators of SKORCH are taking this magazine to the next level. 
SKORCH is the only fashion magazine in print focused entirely on showcasing and featuring fashion for sizes 12+, otherwise known as “plus size” fashion.
SKORCH is [...]

Blog Shops the Latest Craze

17 July, 2009 | Fashion, Plus Size

What is a Blog Shop?  It’s a store with in a blog!!  Instead of having an online boutique many people are setting up Blog Shops instead.  It’s a pretty cool concept I’ve stumbled upon only a few that carry larger sizes though.  The size ranges are on the smaller end of the spectrum but some of the [...]

The Quest for the Dress is Over!

13 July, 2009 | Fashion, Personal Note, Plus Size

So Ladies, if you remember a while back I told you all about my homie Melissa.  Yeah!!  The one that’s getting married.  Well I finally found the perfect Bride’s Maid Dress. 

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So I have to admit I was pretty lucky Melissa is a pretty laid back bride and gave me the priviledge of picking out my [...]

Bikini’s By Ro

3 July, 2009 | Designer, Fashion, Plus Size

I was on Etsy.com the other night and came across these swimsuits.  Whoooaaa Nelly!!  Swimsuits for plus sized women have come along way.  I think designers are finally realizing that some Triple F’s are okay with their bodies and want swimsuits that will accentuate what they have instead of cover it up.  If your not afraid [...]

Wants and Wishes

1 July, 2009 | Fashion, Plus Size, Wants and Wishes

Wants and Wishes, all the things I want to someday have and some random things I wish for.
Today’s wants come from carmakoma.com.  I honestly can’t remember how I stumbled upon this site.  I’ve been searching so much lately, that I can’t remember where I find what but let me tell you … I’m in LOVE [...]

Young, Fat & Fabulous on Good Morning America

15 June, 2009 | Personal Note, Plus Size

Fellow blogging Double Digit Diva; Gabi is the creator and brainchild behind the Young, Fat & Fabulous blog.  YFF is a blog created for weighty women in pursuit of fashion.  Gabi made a recent appearance on Good Morning America, major accomplishment!!  SV is very proud of you Gabi!! 
Gabi Gregg and Marianne Kirby of  The Rotund.com were [...]

SV Approved: Curve Friendly Custom Denim

12 June, 2009 | Designer, Fashion, Plus Size, SV Approved, SV Loves This Look

Searching the web so you don’t have to, SV came across indiDenim an innovative company that makes custom denim jeans.  Customers are able to order custom fit designer jeans made to their measurements.  The company says they are trying to make designer jeans a reality for the plus size consumer who is often overlooked by other premium denim [...]

Faith 21 is now available at Forever 21

21 May, 2009 | FFF Stores, Fashion, Plus Size

  

Faith 21, is Forever 21’s new trendy plus-size line.  I’m so excited!  There have been many times that I’ve walked into that store and have had to leave empty handed.  Although the new line is only available at selected stores it is also available online.  Unfortunately Faith21 is not yet available in Canada, as you [...]