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"The best friend you will ever find is you. Love yourself with joy and fill your heart with bliss and happiness." ~ Debasish Mridha
Valentine's Day is in a few days and it's a day that many of us single people are not really fond of. It reminds us that we don't have someone special in our lives to share in a day such as Valentine's Day. And that honestly sucks.
But in recent years, I decided to not be so bummed about Valentine's Day. It's a day of love and why not show love for myself and my loved ones? You can make the day yours - that is the beauty of having free will.
The foundation of life is loving yourself. When you love yourself, you are happy and that shows. You will be able to love freely and endlessly. If you love and adore yourself, life is just a better place.
I'm a big believer of appreciating the little things. I'm a simple girl. And one of the things I absolutely love is fashion. I love prints, I love being able to dress up when I want, I love feeling fancy and free, and I just love that you can dress your body any way you want. To me, that's a great way to show yourself some love.
So my girls Darlene of Suits, Heels & Curves and Dana of Who's The Girl Dana? and I decided to focus on our fashion loves for this next installment of our #CurvasenNYC collaboration.
When I saw this print skirt at Lane Bryant a few weeks ago, it was fate. The skirt was on a wall rack at the bottom and I only saw a sliver of the print. I was just about to give up and walk out the store, feeling defeated because I couldn't find something to wear for Valentine's Day. And then magically, this skirt appeared. ::cue dramatic music::
Oh yes, you read right. I may be single but I am still getting fancy, dressing up and showing out as I usually do. :-) Funny thing is, I have no idea where I am going yet. Even if it's just watching some Netflix and taking selfies, hey, I'm going to have a blast by myself.
I saw the red button down shirt and loved how it looked together. My cousin (who was with me) was skeptical because at first glance, some people would not think to match a bold color with a print. But this is fashion, people. And fashion is who you are and all about taking chances. Why not? So I tried on the skirt and top, to which my cousin was sold, once she saw it.
What I love about a simple button down shirt is that it can be worn in many different ways. Tuck it in, tie a knot at the waist, leave it out and some of the buttons undone or wear it as a jacket over a tank. This is definitely a three-style look.
Here I wore the shirt tucked in with my beloved Obi belt. And of course, I love a little sparkle so I opted for metallic flats. My entire look is from Lane Bryant and was so easy to put together.
I love this skirt so much that I feel like a superheroine in it. I'm going to be on a print skirt kick this Spring. I just know it. It's all love, baby!
Here's where you can shop my look over at Lane Bryant:
Shirt // Skirt // Shoes (in black) // Belt
Be sure to check out Dana and Darlene's Fashion Loves over at their blogs:
Who's That Girl Dana? - www.whosthatgirl524.wordpress.com
Suits, Heels & Curves - www.suitsheelsandcurves.com
You can also see what we're up to for Valentine's Day by finding us on social media via the hashtag: #CurvasenNYC
How will you show love for yourself this Valentine's Day? What are some of your fashion loves?
"As long as I am breathing, in my eyes, I am just beginning." ~ Criss Jami
New Year's Eve... many of us think of it as a time for new beginnings. A do-over.
I look at New Year's as a day of reflection. I usually treat my birthday as my real "New Year's" so at this point, it's a great time to reassess where I am in life and keep pushing forward. We never stop evolving and as long as you're alive, you can always create a new beginning for yourself.
New Year's Eve also gives me a great excuse to dress up, drink some champagne and reminisce about the good times while looking forward to what's to come. It's all about enjoying that very moment and remaining hopeful for the future.
Back to the dressing up part, I have been wanting to wear a tulle skirt for a long time. But I'll be honest and say that I haven't seen one I truly love. So when planning my outfit for this third installment of our #CurvasenNYC New Year's Eve holiday fashion collaboration, I wanted something fun and bold. And I found it in the form of a red tulle skirt, which I fell in love with at first sight. Yes!
As you can see, I opted for fun and sparkly whereas Darlene went for a glam and modern black look with a touch of fur and Dana went for a beautiful, "Old Hollywood" look in blue. I love how we all complement each other and are ready to hit some parties and dance the night away.
I paired this red Tulle Mesh Midi Skirt from Torrid with the Makeup Face Tee from their new Torrid Insider collection and the Sequin Open Front Jacket, which I love so much as well. I have been trying many sequin pieces this season and this is the first one I am keeping. The sequins are not heavy or like weapons (you don't even want to know) and the jacket is ponte so there's stretch and it's comfy. I finished off my look with the Phone Clutch Bag and gold flats (my own).
I had so much fun in this outfit that I couldn't stop smiling and laughing. That's when you know you have found the perfect outfit. It's not about just looking fierce but more about how happy it makes you feel. You can look dope but be uncomfortable and that shows.
Honestly, this whole look is comfy and easy to move around in. So I can get my dance on as I wait for midnight and feel amazing while doing so.
Shop my look from Torrid:
Be sure to check out Dana's and Darlene's New Year's Eve looks over at their blogs:
Who's That Girl Dana? - www.whosthatgirl524.wordpress.com
Suits, Heels & Curves - www.suitsheelsandcurves.com
If you missed any of our previous installments of our #CurvasenNYC holiday fashion series, you can find them below:
You can also see what we are up to this holiday season by finding us on social media via the hashtag: #CurvasenNYC
What do you plan to wear for New Year's Eve?
**While this was a sponsored post, all opinions and comments stated are my own.
"Anyone can get dressed up and glamorous, but it is how people dress in their days off that are the most intriguing." ~ Alexander Wang
So in this second part of our #CurvasenNYC collaboration, Dana of Who's That Girl Dana?, Darlene of Suits, Heels & Curves and I have partnered with plus size fashion brand Avenue to show off our favorite cozy casual holiday styles, featuring 'not so ugly' Christmas sweaters! YAY!
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| Me with Darlene (middle) and Dana (right) |
If you missed the first part of our fashion series, you can click here to check out our Holiday Dresses installment, featuring looks from Fashion to Figure.
As I mentioned before, this collaboration is so important to us that we show plus size women out there that style knows no size. We're three different sizes, shapes and heights. Not to mention, we're all fierce and fabulous Latinas living in the big city.
I'm so happy that we included Avenue in this series because honestly, for me, I feel like Avenue doesn't get as much love as the more trendier brands out there. And Avenue has been around WAY before these other brands came on the scene.
Avenue was personally my saving grace back in the 80's and 90's, when a girl needed some plus size fashion in her life and some basics like jeans, bras and underwear. So, yeah, I'm an 'OG' Avenue customer, lol.
Avenue was personally my saving grace back in the 80's and 90's, when a girl needed some plus size fashion in her life and some basics like jeans, bras and underwear. So, yeah, I'm an 'OG' Avenue customer, lol.
Even now, the brand continues to deliver when it comes to denim, outerwear, wide width/calf boots, basics and even, special occasion styles. Best part of it all, they offer up to a size 30/32. In a time when many brands stop at a size 24 / 3X, that means the world to women like me above a size 24.
We decided to head to the Parkchester section of the Bronx, where there was a Holiday scene up, including a little red house dubbed The North Pole and Santa Claus sitting inside the house. I know I said last time that I am a grinch during the holidays but dammit, I have to admit... I am a sucker for Santa and never miss an opportunity to talk to the man. I'm a grown adult and still act like I'm 8 when I see him. Even though I had to tell him that I was not trying to sit on his lap - that's where I draw the line.
The Christmas sweaters that Avenue is offering this year are awesome. And it allowed all three of us to choose a sweater that reflects our personality and humor.
Shop my look from Avenue:
- Selfie Pullover Sweater
- Virtual Stretch® Legging Jean in Medium Wash
- Faux Leather Trim Trench Coat (SOLD OUT) - Similar here
Be sure to check out Dana's #naughty sweater look and Darlene's fun Oh Deer! sweater look over at their blogs:
Who's That Girl Dana? - www.whosthatgirl524.wordpress.com
Suits, Heels & Curves - www.suitsheelsandcurves.com
Stay tuned for our final installment in our #CurvasenNYC holiday fashion series launching on Friday and featuring New Year's Eve party looks from another one of our favorite retailers that will be revealed later.
You can also see what we are up to this holiday season by finding us on social media via the hashtag: #CurvasenNYC
What are your some of your favorite cozy holiday looks?
**While this was a sponsored post, all opinions and comments stated are my own.
"I'll never be the size that has single digits and my thighs will always touch when I walk but I'm okay with that." ~ Sugar Jamison, Dangerous Curves Ahead
But this year, I'm in the spirit. I miss my dad and brother but I know they would want me to celebrate and be thankful this holiday season. I am feeling great... my confidence is consistent... And I am really getting into fashion more for myself than just admiring it from a-far.
So one day, my blogger sisters Dana of Who's That Girl Dana?, Darlene of Suits, Heels & Curves and I were talking about holiday fashion and what to wear this season. And then we thought why not do a kick-ass fashion collaboration series together? We're three different sizes, shapes and heights AND we're all Latinas living in the big city.
Holiday time in NYC is a magical time. Lights everywhere, trees and just festive stuff all over the place. So why not take advantage and use the "Bright Lights, Big City" as our backdrop for our first blog post of this three-part holiday fashion series featuring three of our favorite plus size fashion brands.
In this first installment, we are focusing on Holiday Party looks, all from Fashion to Figure. Whether you're going to a glam party where you are channeling your inner bombshell or going to a holiday office party to even going out with friends for drinks, FTF really has a look for every occasion.
I chose to feature a look I would wear to meet with friends during Happy Hour. I'm very low-maintenance and like effortless but chic and pretty looks. I always want to feel pretty - that is a must in my world.
The dress is kind of short for my liking during the winter so I opted to pair the dress with the Stanton Black Ponte Leggings and some tall boots. I finished my look off with FTF's Sleekster Patent Satchel, which I am in love with. FTF has the best handbags and they are so affordable.
The dress has tons of stretch so I was able to fit into a 3, even though I am a size 26/28. I fit into a 3 in the leggings as well. This look is comfortable while making me feel beautiful and look chic. I love the zipper detail at the neckline that allows me to decide how much cleavage I want to show.
So that's my take on a holiday look perfect for those holiday girly drinks with your friends and the entire look is under $125. Plus, if you take advantage of FTF’s current promotion of 30% off (code 30FOR30) you can save an additional 30% off, making this entire look well under $100. Ballin' on a budget, ladies!
Be sure to check out Dana's glam bombshell holiday party look and Darlene's fun office party look over at their blogs:
Who's That Girl Dana? - www.whosthatgirl524.wordpress.com
Suits, Heels & Curves - www.suitsheelsandcurves.com
Stay tuned for next week's look focused on a casual but cozy holiday look from another one of our favorite retailers (shhhh, it's a surprise!).
You can also see what we are up to this holiday season by finding us on social media via the hashtag: #CurvasenNYC
What are your some of your favorite holiday party looks?
**While this was a sponsored post, all opinions and comments stated are my own.
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