GIRL is an acronym for Gifted, Intelligent, Resilient, Ladies (GIRL)
Everyone has their definition of preppy and I have mine. Preppies buy clothes not for the label, but for what they look like. Preppy is not a trend, it’s a LIFESTYLE... it can never go out of fashion.
Preppy is a lifestyle… not a clothing style.
This
blog will focus on the pennywise prep style from a curvy GIRL prospective. Curvy? Yes, curvy…
ladies that wear clothing in the double digits (size 10 and above).
Now if you know me, you know that my signature clothing articles are: the blazer and the vest. The blazer and the vest will give life to any GIRLs outfit.
The Blazer.
You see how it just gives 'life' to a what was going to be simple outfit, amazing!
Yes, I know blazers are expensive. However, if you are like me and buy off season, you can get a blazer for a great price. If you do not like to buy off season, you still can find a blazer reasonably priced, you just have to be adamant.
In addition, lets not forget there is always layaway. Yes, there is still layaway people.
Stores that I know still have layaway are: Sears, TJ Maxx, and Marshall's.
Where can I find plus size blazers? Everywhere never be afraid to ask a store what is the largest size they carry. Stores are in business to make money, so don't be shy or ashamed for that matter. You can find plus size blazers at: Thrift Stores, Target, Macy's, GAP, Kohl's, Eloquii, Forever 21, JC Penney, Jessica London, Amazon to name a few.
Still not convinced that the blazer is one of the most versatile items ever.
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| JessicaLondon.com |
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| JCPenney |
The best part is that you actually don't have to buy a new blazer, you can borrow it from your mother's, sister's or even boyfriend's closet. It's not necessary that it fits you perfectly, unlike other items in your wardrobe. You are allowed to wear blazers one size or even two sizes bigger for any occasion.
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Problem: Your plus size and busty therefore, most jackets will fit but won't button.
Solution: Purchase a blazer with no buttons. There are plenty of blazers these days that are button less. With a button less blazer you even have the option of putting a belt around it.
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Not in love with the belt around it, well keep it simple and leave it open! You can style blazers any way you wish, now that's versatility. Remember, you make the rules when it comes to 'your' outfit.
The Vest.
A vest is one of the most versatile separates you can own, but you may need some ideas on how to wear this timeless wardrobe staple.
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The vest use to be limited to three-piece suits and warm outdoor apparel. Women today, however, have truly made the vest their own, wearing it with everything from T-shirts to frilly dresses. Women's vests are versatile and universally flattering, so it makes sense to incorporate one into your wardrobe.
Here
are a couple of pointers to consider when wearing a vest:
No
more than one fattening garment. Basically, if you’re wearing loose and
oversized vests, your bottom needs to be fitted. If the body shape guidelines
don’t recommend that (e.g. you have prominent curves) then focus on fitted
bottoms, but in a shape and cut that complements the shape of your body.
Speaking
of body shape, if you’re self-conscious about your body figure then select
fashion vests that complement it. For example, if you have wide or prominent
upper body (shoulders and bust) look for long vests that create curves around
the hip or wear a pair of flare leg jeans.
In sum, buying blazers and vest can be viewed as expensive, but one thing I love to use in addition to shopping off season and thrift stores are flash sale sites.
Fashion/Clothing/Accessories Flash Sale
Sites:
- No More Rack-
Flash sales start at 12pm EST. Shipping is $2. 8 Sale Items a day. No More
Rack can help you save on brand name clothing and accessories.
- Rue
La La – Flash sales last for 1-3 days and open and close constantly . Rue
la la has sales on designer clothing and accessories. They have also
recently launched Rue La La Golf Club for sales on golf equipment and accessories.
Shipping starts at $9.95.
- Ideeli-
Flash sales start at 12pm EST. Flash sales last for 40 hours or until the
sale items are sold out. Most items ship for $9.95. Ideeli sells clothing,
housewares, travel and more.
- Beyond the Rack-
Flash sales start at 11 AM EST and last for 48 hours. Shipping is $9.95.
Beyond the Rack sells designer clothing and accessories.
- MyHabit-
MyHabit is a designer flash sales website. Flash sales start at 12pm EST
and last for 72 hours. Shipping is FREE and fast (returns are free too!)-
generally orders arrive within 4 days. MyHabit is a flash sale site
started by Amazon and they sell boutique and designer fashions.
- Gilt
Groupe- Gilt Groupe is one of the most popular
flash sales websites. Gilt offers 36 hour private sales daily at
12pm. They offer flash sales on everything- designer clothes, housewares
and gifts. Shipping is only $5.95. Items can be held in cart for 10
minutes.
- Gilt City-
Gilt City is a division of Gilt Groupe and is a great way to get local
deals on restaurants and services. Gilt City for NYC sends out a weekend
guide every Friday.
- Belle & Clive- Belle &
Clive is a designer fashion flash sale site. Belle & Clive offers
private sales on brands like Prada, Gucci and Dolce & Gabbana.
Sales start at 12pm EST. Belle & Clive used to be called Envite.
- Editor’s Closet-
Editor’s Closet offers private flash sales on designer brands for
men, women and children. They offer FREE same day shipping on all
orders placed before 2pm. Some of the brands they have offered
include Valentino and Oscar de la Renta.
- HauteLook-
HauteLook offers sale events for women, beauty, home, kids, men and
travel.
- Opensky-
Opensky is a flash sale site where you “follow” celebrities like
Molly Sims, Kristen Cavallari and Bobby Flay. They feature products on
sale. You can earn a $10 credit just for joining off your first purchase.
There are all kinds of different celebrities you can follow, so they have
clothing flash sales, food flash sales, health flash sales and design
flash sales.
- JackThreads-
Jackthreads is a flash sale site with men’s fashions.
Well, until next time... cheers!
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