Last two videos from Erica Elfwencrona interviews

Simply Yours have now made available the last two videos in the Erica Elfwencrona interview series. In these two, she discusses why she is proud to be plus sized and most embarrassing modeling moments. Nice to get an insight like this, don't you think?

Posted by Mrs T - 9 November 2009 | Female Clothing | Comments 0

Curvety is ready for the postal strike

Curvety has been in touch, they want to reassure their customers that orders will sent out even if the postal service in the UK has decided to go on strike. They have other courier services on hand that can handle the load and get your great fashion choices delivered to you.

It is good to know that a company like Curvety does care and is ready to get their goods out despite problems beyond their control.

Posted by Mrs T - 22 October 2009 | Female Clothing | Comments 1

New INES collection to 'shake up' the plus size market

Have you heard of Jacqueline Floro? She is a designer and owner of Bilingual, a contemporary line of clothing. She has had her collection worn by the likes of Blake Lively, Paris Hilton, Rachel Bilson, Jessica Biel and Halley Berry. With credentials like that, you will be please to hear she is now turning her attention to plus size outfits. In fact she intends to 'shake up' the plus size market.

She has created a plus-size clothing line for women sizes 10 and up. Featuring long and short

dresses, and tops with drawstring and pin-tuck details, INÈS Collection brings Floro's contemporary

aesthetic of Bilingual Clothing to the 40 million American women who have previously been invisible

to contemporary designers because they are over size 14.

To quote the press release, which by the way has a very accurate title - Contemporary Designer Announces INÈS Collection for the 40 Million Plus-Sized American Women Starved by the Market ...

"I love Bilingual. It is and will always be my baby, but friends and family of mine that happen to be a size 10 and up begged and pleaded for me to make beautiful clothing to fit them. These women are so excited about fashion, but the unfortunate lack of attention paid to them by the design community has forced them to shop at low-quality, mass retailers just to find something that 'works' and is a minimal investment for them," explains Floro. INÈS Collection is their answer, with tops starting at $55.00 and

dresses starting at $96.00 for the Resort/Pre-spring 2009/2010 collection.

In testing the response to early designs from INÈS Collection at trunk shows and other consumer shopping events, Floro could not have been more thrilled with the remarkable response: "Women would write me passionate, heartfelt emails thanking me for finally creating something attractive and exciting for the plus-size women of the world. Smaller-sized women would ask the sales reps if the styles came in their sizes, to which they politely answered, 'No, I'm sorry it doesn't come in your size.'

Something plus size women have been forced to hear... forever!" The INÈS Collection is vanity sized; XS=10, 0=12/14, 1=16/18, 2=20/22 and 3=24/26. Floro's clients go crazy over it, "I've never been a size 2 in my life!" exclaimed a size 22 customer with glee at a recent trunk show.

If you feel excited about this and want to find out more, then check out Shop Translated who are exclusively carrying the INÈS Collection.

Posted by Mrs T - 9 October 2009 | Female clothing | Comments 1

Fashion World offers advice on dressing for your shape

If you have been watching UK TV in the last week or so then you might of seen adverts for Fashion World. An online retailer offering the latest fashion in sizes 12 - 32. They have updated their website to include a new advisory service offering advice for curvy women on how to choose clothing for your body type.

They contacted me recently with some extra info...

Fashion World specialises in plus size ladies fashion, with on trend ranges and designer clothes that are made for curvy women. We also have number of other ranges including home, electrical, men's, kids, footwear (in wide sizes and wide calf fittings) and lingerie (in bigger back and cup sizes).

This season we've worked with freelance stylist Joy Wilson and she's helped us compile a reference guide to dressing for your shape. Even when you know you can get your hands on gorgeous clothes in sizes up to 32 you still need to dress for your shape, which is where www.bodyshapefashionadvice.com comes in. It has a handy quiz to help find your body shape and dedicated sections for each shape with outfit recommendations.

Our message is that no matter what shape or size you are you should be able to dress fashionably and look and feel great doing it.

Here are a couple of videos from their site to give you some idea. More available from Body Shape Fashion advice website.

Posted by Mrs T - 7 August 2009 | Female Clothing | Comments 0

Spend over £100 with Ann Harvey and get a discount

Can you spend more that £100 on clothing? Of course you can, we do like to look fashionable and decent don't we? If you are getting ready for a shopping spree or at least looking to something new to wear while the sun is shinning then consider Ann Harvey.

Why you may ask? Well if you spend over £100 then you will get 20% off the total price. These great summer deals just keep on coming!

Not only are they offering this discount but also they have some fantastic new collections. The "Kir Royal" collection features elegant tunics and dresses, perfect for the summer; while the "Style in the City" collection contains jackets, shirts and trousers which are suitable for both business and leisure.

Posted by Mrs T - 5 August 2009 | Female Clothing | Comments 0

Sahara offers great holiday outfits

Sahara London is wondering wether you have everything you need for your holiday. They have on offer natural fibers such as linen and natural viscose crepes that are essential in hot conditions. They say, "these fabrics allow your skin to breathe, lessening the body's need to perspire. The result? You not only feel your most relaxed, but you also look and feel your most beautiful."

I must admit, when I head off for my hols, some of the items they have will be ideal.

Posted by Mrs T - 6 July 2009 | Female Clothing | Comments 0

Bargain time with Ann Harvey and Box2

It's bargain time again! Get over to Ann Harvey who are having a massive sale with up to 70% off. They also have some new elegant occasional wear for you to check out.

Box2 holiday collections are now available in store and from their website. To quote from their newsletter,

Apparently we're going to be having a sizzling UK summer this year....fingers crossed.

So whether you're staying at home or venturing further afield, our fabulous holiday collections are now on-line and instore. We've got gorgeous linens, brights and whites and great new jewellery for that finishing touch - everything you need to look great this summer.

Please note the Kasbah collection is not as generous as the Coom linen! And the gorgeous new white shirt from Yosepha is semi-fitted.

Posted by Mrs T - 24 June 2009 | Female Clothing | Comments 0

Want to look as good as Mandisa from American Idol?

This is Mandisa from American Idol Season Five, who was spotted walking the red carpet, looking GORGEOUS, in this Stella Chiffon Party Dress from Kiyonna

Taking a look at the Kiyonna site reveals more info on the dress...

• Self: 100% Polyester; Lining: 100% Polyester
• Dry clean only
• Light, flowy chiffon dress with flutter sleeves.
• Soft surplice v-neckline, flowy A-line skirt.
• 3 1/2" wide smocking between empire and natural waistline.
• Merrow edge ruffle at top and bottom of smocking.
• Flowy A-line skirt.
• Approx. 45" in length (from high point of shoulder).

Don't let the price tag put you off ($142) because if you look good as Mandisa does then it has to be worth it!

Posted by Mrs T - 16 June 2009 | Female Clothing | Comments 0

A little help with your next addition to your wardrobe

As you know I do like to promote UK based plus size retailers and it looks like I am not the only one. More the marrier I say. So yes, I do have another UK site just for you.This web site will a cool address, www.Plus-Size.me, links out to UK based online shops, such as Curvety, Simply Yours and many others.

Their email to me which turned up over the weekend says...

"...our new plus size fashion website (www.Plus-Size.me) has recently launched promoting plus size fashion to the masses. We have taken all the latest products from the UK's leading plus size fashion retailers and placed them on our website, making the job of finding that next killer wardrobe addition, so much easier! To compliment our fantastic store front we have a blog and news section which we would like to fill with plus size fashion related news, stories, reviews and pretty much anything that is related to plus size fashion..."

Do take a look at their site but don't forget to come back!

Posted by Mrs T - 15 June 2009 | Female Clothing | Comments 0

RPeal, clothes made locally to meet your fashion needs

I have found another UK based retailer with a very proud claim, their clothing is made locally to them. RPeal currently employs 20 to 25 people and growing...

"...we are steadily growing at a pace which will provide even more employment as we go along. We have also committed to working with other UK businesses, including fabric and trimmings suppliers based in the Midlands, and others all across the United Kingdom."

Their styles are design for women in the size range of 14 to 34. The sizes are 're-proportioned', the look is true to the original concept they had in mind when they created it.

Their clothing is made locally as I said and their about pages states...

"We are proud to tell you that all our garments are designed and mostly made in Bradford, West Yorkshire and the inspiration for these designs comes from all over the world as well as reflecting new and upcoming trends, in terms of fabric, styling and colour."

If you are looking get something stylish and looking for something better than Evans can supply then do check out RPeal. By the way, dear reader, they are offering you a full 20 % discount off clothes on their website

Posted by Mrs T - 8 June 2009 | Female Clothing | Comments 0

Top 10 selling items from Kiyonna

Kiyonna has been very kind and sent me this list of their top 10 items currently selling on their site. So I thought I would simply pass this on to you so you can take a look. Just click the links to find out more.

1. Tribeca City Shorts Tribeca City Shorts at Kiyonna.com!c
2. Essential Stretch Camisole Essential Stretch Camisole at Kiyonna.com!
3. Retro Glam Lace Dress Retro Glam Lace Dress at Kiyonna.com!
4. Tory Cinch Dress Tory Cinch Dress at www.Kiyonna.com!
5. 3/4 Sleeved Scalloped Boudoir Lace Dress 3/4 Sleeved Scalloped Boudoir Lace Dress at Kiyonna.com!
6. Flaunt Cocktail Dress Flaunt Cocktail Dress at Kiyonna.com!
7. French Femme Tank French Femme Tank at Kiyonna.com!
8. Signature "Shorty" Sleeved Bellini Signature "Shorty" Sleeved Bellini at Kiyonna.com!
9. Vivienne Cinch Dress Vivienne Cinch Dress at Kiyonna.com!
10. Celeste Sweetheart Dress Celeste Sweetheart Dress at Kiyonna.com!

So what is your favourite from this list? Leave a comment below with your choice...

Posted by Mrs T - 2 June 2009 | Female Clothing | Comments 0