A Bigger Closet: A Little Bling Dresses Up Basics

A Bigger Closet: A Little Bling Dresses Up Basics:

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I'm terrible at adding bling to my outfits - which probably explains why my dressing is so plain!

But I love this pretty necklace - a simple way to add a bit of flash to your outfit!

What Size Are You, Really? The Truth Behind Vanity Sizing - Fashion + Beauty on Shine

What Size Are You, Really? The Truth Behind Vanity Sizing - Fashion + Beauty on Shine:

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This can't be said enough. Size doesn't matter! FIT DOES!

As anyone who reads here knows...

I've got a hate on for Banana Republic's "no fatties here" choice to not sell plus sized clothes. So I rarely feature or comment on them.

But I find this outfit so charming, classic and so easily adaptable for the 50+ gal that I'm calling a short truce...



Check out all the pieces that make up this simple but elegant outfit here...

Women's Apparel: new arrivals | Banana Republic:

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If you're the "right" size this could be a great fall addtion to your wardrobe!

Okay truce over! ;-)

Flattering Fall Fashion Trends Self.com

The receipt of my, you could choke a horse with it, fall issue of Vogue signals that it's time to start thinking autumn! Let's start off with a few trend articles shall we?

Self.com you're up!

Flattering Fall Fashion Trends: Beauty: Self.com:

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Une femme d'un certain age: Une femme recommends...

Une femme d'un certain age: Une femme recommends...

Something every woman simply MUST have in her wardobe - 2 pairs of wonderfully fitting black slacks! Like the LBD, they are the never fail go to item! Personally, I like to pair them with a crisp white shirt - you just can't go wrong! ;-)

Idiosyncratic Fashionistas: Working Girls

Idiosyncratic Fashionistas: Working Girls

Sigh - wish I could wear such whimsy to MY job! Love these creative outfits!

5 Style Essentials - 5 Style Essentials Every Plus-Size Woman Should Own

5 Style Essentials - 5 Style Essentials Every Plus-Size Woman Should Own on Shine

Great go to pieces that I think EVERY woman should have in her closet!