Lets Talk Shape Wear

So summer is here and I know you ladies are definitely going be wearing fabulous dresses, skirts, shorts, and swimwear. To me most plus size woman are mostly concerned about their tummy area. That is the area where all the weight goes and the proper shape wear is very important especially when wearing body fitting clothing. Sometimes women don't invest into certain undergarments because they feel as though the price is too much. I encourage you all to try items out for yourself and get what works for you. I know a lot of women are won over by the squeem body shaper but in my opinion its not the best body shaper.

 

Squeem

 

The squeem does pull you in a great amount but however depending on your body type it creates a pouch at the bottom of the stomach area. Which means you would have to wear a pantie girdle to smooth it out. Before I had knowledge of other shape wear I did buy a squeem I believe its costs around $80. As it started getting closer to spring and summer I wanted a girdle that was very light weight but got the job done. Usually I don't shop in Catherine's but I tried numerous pantie girdles and the support was not good at all. I wear a size 26-28 and I need something that would stay in place and not roll down as I'm moving through out the day. I brought this pantie girdle for $27.00 at Catherine's and I was so amazed in the difference of my clothing from the squeem and this undergarment. I look more well put together and this is how Im able to sexy clothing that exposes my mid drift area.  I say this to say never cast out a store because you think the store doesn't have something for your age group. Always shop around and try things out on your own. Just because a item is pricey doesn't mean it's the best product on the market.

This Bodyshaper is called the Flexees and it is made by Maidenform. The Flexees Instant Slimmer Brief is made of a soft stretch nylon blend. The brief is seamless so you don't have to worry about any lines showing through your clothing . For all of my women that are extended sizes such as 28 and up flexees has briefs for you as well. This lines carries up to a 10x and be sure to get the right size for amazing results. I hope this is helpful and encourages you all to show some skin this summer.

My Legs Are My New Obsession

It's so easy to get caught up on the things we wish to change about ourselves that it begins to overshadow the things we should love about ourselves. Women have so much maintenance to keep up with from Hair, skincare, manicures, pedicures, gym and the list goes on. That they don't get to really focus on the beautiful attributes that god has blessed them with. In my journey of self acceptance I've learn to express my personality through clothing. For years I wouldn't wear certain clothing because of my body , but I realized that my confidence grew as I start shedding layers of clothing I love to look sexy at the appropriate time. It starts by  learning what compliments your body and what doesn't compliments your body. Being a plus size doesn't mean you can wear everything that everyone else wears it means wear what works for you. Every woman carries her weight differently and  in my case I carry my weight in the lower part of my stomach. I find that wearing a pair of high waisted loose fitting pants and a form fitting top gives me the ability to show my mid drift area without looking unflattering.  Another way I enjoy to style my items is wearing a over sized Jacket, or blazer with a form fitting skirt.  I love to show off my legs and my mid drift area I just think is SUPER sexy and It shows that I'm confident in my skin so please don't *TRY IT*. On this particular post I decided to rock my army jacket from Simply be, a neon yellow body con skirt from Forever21 with some sexy lace up shoes. After reviewing all the pictures I couldn't help but to notice how sexy my legs were. I was amazed because this is something that really boost my confidence because I don't do any leg exercise or anything. After posting the pictures of Instagram and receiving so much positive feed back over 500 likes and 30 comments I felt amazing. It showed me to embrace what god has blessed me with and work on the things I want to change. Not that I don't already but every now and then I'm doubtful. I encourage of my viewers to find one thing you love about yourself and leave it in a comment below. Whether it be your hair, your smile, your face structure, your eyes just share with me. I challenge you to ask friends and family member as well "What is one thing you love about yourself that gives you that extra confidence.

"Remember When You Look Beautiful.. You Feel Beautiful*

Jacket- Simply Be

Skirt- Forever21

Shoes- Luichiny

A Curvy Spring Lookbook *Collab*

Hey Ladies I know you all are excited for spring trends . I know that I am. I have teamed up with two fabulous ladies Chante fashion blogger and owner of Everything Curvy and Chic boutique, also fashion blogger Shaina to  give you guys fabulous looks that are defintiely trendy for this spring. We have created a Lookbook where each of us have three looks showcasing Bright Colors and Bold Prints. These trends are very playful and there are a trillion ways to style prints and colors.  Prints and colors have not only striked the Fashion Industry but it has taking over the beauty industry as well. Nails are the new accessory and I must say no one is wearing french manicures anymore women are rocking vibrant colors and bold designs on their nails. It's amazing how fashion and beauty is tied all into one Spring and Summer never more fabulous. It was great to see how we all came together to choose looks that compliment our personal style being that we all have three different body types .

I love spring because it just gives me more of a reason to take off the layers. For years I wouldn't wear shorts or show off my arms but now you cant stop me. I must admit crop tops are definitely my go to shirts right now. I love to be sexy and feel sexy and spring is just the time to bring your sexy back.. Here are my looks.

First Look

Top & Skirt- Made by ME

Shoes- Steve Madden

Earrings- House of Kaluaah

Second Look

Jumper- Simplybe

Shoes- Steve Madden

Choker- Ashley Stewart

Third Look

Dress- Asos

Shoes- Justfab

Bag- Simplybe

Belt- Lane Bryant

Chante Says "Spring fashion in my opinion is very colorful. You get to bring out your bold-bright colors that has been stored away for some time...One trend that I'm loving is the bold neons (bright colors). When worn right you will make a lasting impression.... Here are Chante Looks.

First Look

Dress- Forever 21Plus

Belt- Asos

Shoes- Jeffrey Campbell

Acessories- Forever 21

Second Look

Dress- ECAC Boutique

Shoes- JustFab

Necklace- Burlington Coat Factory

Third look

Shirt- Target DIY

Jeans- ECAC Boutique

Clutch- LA

Accessories - Pink Town

Shaina says " For me when spring rolls around its all about looking but also being comfortable. I don't really follow "trends" during the summer. I just go with what I like. But I like to stock up on different skirts, shorts and dresses. And of course cute sandals. And anyone that knows me, nows I'm always in a pair of sunglasses. This spring/summer I'm hoping to get into wearing hats (keeping fingers crossed)" ...Here Are Shaina's Looks

First Look

Top- Target DIY

Shorts- Thirft Shop

Belt- Dots

Shoes- Justfab

Second Look

Top- Strawberry

Pants- Forever21

Shoes- Justfab

Third look

Dress& Belt- Dots

Shoes-Amiclubwear

We would love to see what trends you guys are loving this spring. Be sure to tag your ootd pictures #acurvylookbook on instagram.

Sexy, Edgy, Christmas OOTD

 

 

Black is my favorite color and I just love it I have to have a ton of black pieces in my wardrobe. So for this Christmas I wanted to be very comfortable but I wanted to be sexy as well. I decided to wear this sheer button down shirt that I tied into a crop top to show off a lil skin.