We’ve finally have come to my absolute favorite season of the year because everything is in bloom. Spring brings warmer weather, longer days and the perfect opportunity to try new fashion!
I love everyone’s individual pieces and it makes the collection so fun a whole. One of my ultimate fave tops is the Roselyn Ruffle Detail Blouse. It’s super feminine and romantic and had plenty of ruffles to keep this femme happy.
It’s available in Petite, Regular and Plus. So all of you ladies have an opportunity to rock this lovely blouse and the rest of the collection just in time for Spring!
Have you shopped the Gibson x IWD Collection yet? Some items have been restocked so keep checking if they are back because if they are they won’t be for long.
Launch Day! Shop the Gibson x International Women’s Day Collection
It’s finally here! The Gibson x International Women’s Day Collection is officially live and you can now shop my skirt and top on Nordstrom.com! How crazy is that!
The message behind this collection is so important to me. Not only did I have a part in designing pieces that I hope women of all shapes and sizes enjoy but it was a chance to be seen on a major platform.
Visibility of what different women look like is crucial because it reflects our reality.
I know when I was younger seeing someone that looked like me would have been so amazing. I hope all women can see that they posses their own super powers just by living life authentically themselves.
I’m so very happy to be a part of this collaboration! Thanks to Gibson and Nordstrom for allowing me to add my own little sparkle to it. Okay so here is all you need to know about how to shop the collection.
NEED TO KNOW
The collection is LIVE and available to shop Friday March 8th at 7AM EST on Nordstrom.com
The collection is made of up 16 different styles with a total of 36 pieces in different prints and colors.
Sizes range from XXSP – 3X
Sizes run a little big so you may want to size down.
In these photos I’m wearing a 3X in my tops and skirts.
I’ve finally found a cropped wide leg jean that looks great on my body and you’ll never guess where I got them from?
Okay well, maybe you could guess if you read the title of this blog post.
My new denim is from the new Spring EV1 Collection by Ellen DeGeneres only at Walmart!
I was so new to this, believe me.
I had no idea Ellen had a clothing line at Walmart and it’s really cute! I was so pleasantly surprised to find classic pieces like chambray button downs, distress skinnies and graphic tees up to a size 20 or 3X and the price point is beyond reasonable.
Great stretch and a stylish wash, these jeans are a steal at only $20! You can’t beat that! Cropped wide leg jeans are so in style right now and I’ve seen them priced at $200.
My top and bag are also for Walmart! I love that I could style a look in a one stop shop and not compromise on personal style or quality.
Fashion and trends should be accessible to everyone and every body! I like what you did there Ellen… EV1! You can shop the newest arrivals of the collection now and have them shipped to your local Walmart too!
Okay ladies! I’ve heard you! You’ve asked to see more casual looks on the blog so I’m just here to please. I present to you, le casual glam via River Island Plus! 😂
I will always and forever be a maxamistbecause more is more.
However, there is something really quite beautiful for in a look that is minimal or low-key.
This look from River Island features two staples that all of need in our wardrobes in the winter. Great fitting denim and knit sweater.
Since discovering River Island denim*I honestly was sleeping on them in that department. I have loved wearing them in my day to day life.
You don’t see many of those looks on the blog because I thought they were too ordinary and not very visually interesting.
Boy, was I wrong.
A lot of you have sent me messages saying that you love my style but would love to see more of me in what I wear out and about everyday.
Shooting this look reminded me of when I first started blogging and captured my looks in real time: that is asking my brother to snap a photo of my outfit on my way out the door. Nothing planned or prepared. Not an extravagant look to wear for a few hours. Just a cute outfit for the curvy girl next door.
In fact this was what I was actually wearing while hanging out at my friends place before dinner.
Do you like to see more looks like this on the blog or do you love the over the top statement looks? Sound off in the comments below!
If you’ve been personally victimized by winter please raise your hand. 🙋🏾♀️🙋🏿♀️🙋🏽♀️🙋🏼♀️🙋🏻♀️
I don’t know about you but I’m so over wearing layers of clothing and I’m ready to bare some skin in cute tops, skirts and dresses. How about you?!
The new pieces from the Gibson x Hi Sugarplum Resort Collection are just what the doctor order if you’re in need of Vitamin Sea and Sun.
The entire line is perfect if you’re planning an island getaway or if you’re like me and just need a new ‘fit for a weekend of play in the Sunshine State.
I wore my new Gibson x Hi Sugarplum Resort Collection Santa Fe Rickrack Off the Shoulder Top over the weekend and it was the perfect piece to check out the new mobile sangria truck in town.
If I can’t be Tulum I can fake it, right?!
Even thought I was stateside it was a bubbly fiesta and I happened to be dressed appropriately for the fun and festive drinks.
The collection has a pretty inclusive size range from XS to 3X. I’m wearing a 2X in my top but would opt for a larger size if I were to pair it with jeans.
Are you going to be shopping this Gibson x Hi Sugarplum Resort Collection? Where are you planning on wearing your pieces to!?
This post is sponsored by L’Occitane. All thoughts and opinions are my own.
The great Carrie Bradshaw once said, “They say nothing ever lasts forever; dreams change, trends come and go but friendships never go out of style.”
I couldn’t agree more! There is something about a classic. It’s tried and true; dependable and trustworthy.
Just like my Creative Lady Gang — these women are “mon amours” and I celebrate them today in the spirit of love.
Sure, there maybe a special person in your life, but my girlfriends?
They are my soulmates because they feed and support my creative and entrepreneurial side and I support theirs.
We allow one other to fully be who we are creatively allowing our individuality to shine bright without dimming the light of each other. It’s truly about women supporting women; it’s more than a hashtag or gimmick. It’s the real deal.
Carissa is the powerhouse behind the lens. She’s a mother of two and yet still makes time to work on her craft that she happens to be amazing at so effortlessly.
Ashlea is the creative mind behind all the flower arrangements that you see in my photoshoots. She started her business as many of us do without knowing everything. Her honest and determined spirit make her so successful and I couldn’t be prouder of her.
Natalie is behind the camera creating videos for my channel. She is so impressive to be young, humble, kind and so talented. It was the best decision to slide into her DMs to ask if she wanted to work together.
From right to left: Myself, Carissa, Ashlea and Natalie
I was initially drawn to all of them because of the beautiful work they created and soon quickly we became friends because they embody something authentic. More than that — we are ladies of a tight knit group of creatives and I love our genuine and sincere support for one another.
That’s why I absolutely love the new products and gifts in the L’Occitane and Rifle Paper Co. collaboration — where the enchantment of Provence meets the ultra-femme loveliness behind this amazing lifestyle stationary brand, showing the beauty, strength, and love behind women empowerment and entrepreneurship.
The classic, decadent, best-selling Shea Butter collection gets a vibrant new look with the feminine flair of Rifle Paper Co. (which by the way is a woman founded and owned business)!
But this new design is more than a pretty face. These products help to provide economic opportunities for women in Burkina Faso. Through business development training, L’Occitane empowers over 10,000 women in environmentally friendly shea processing.
Anything from the L’Occitane x Rifle Paper Co. collection would be a perfect gift for the amours in your life. What better way to celebrate your girl squad, creative tribe or lady gang?! Make sure to follow me on LikeToKnow.It and use the code “KISS” to get your free gift and save 20% off a future full priced purchase. Ends 2/14.
There is no shortage of reasons to celebrate am I right?!
Whether big or small there’s always a good reason to look around and be thankful and maybe pop a little bubbly.
For one thing I’m thankful for you, yes you, the one reading this because we have had a great year together.
How you might ask?
Well, together we have continued to build a community, a resource and social space where we both can share our stories, create connections and find inspiration and encouragement.
I love receiving messages from you of how excited you are to discover new places to shop or different ways to style your beautiful bodies.
This year LOFT has been one of those reasons to celebrate. Since extending their sizes to include Plus it’s been amazing to see all of you shop and style their looks.
I love sharing outfit inspiration and gift ideas and later seeing how you all interpret that fashion for yourselves.
My latest loves from LOFT are all their blush pink knits like this darling ruffle cuff sweater; it’s equal parts cute and practical.
A great staple that will keep you warm but add flare are these navy blue tights that perfectly pair with the cutest tweed skirt.
Get one for yourself and be that thoughtful friend that gets one for a friend– be stylish warm together this season. It’s the season of us after all.
Winter is coming and for many of you it’s already here!
Even in Florida we have been dealing with some pretty chilly temps that requires more than a hoodie and I’m just over the moon!
I am determined to rock all of my winter coats this season.
There are so many amazing trends and timeless classics that are being designed and cut to fit bigger bodies which is really nice to see and I wanted to give you the 411 on where to score these babies.
I think you will find something whatever your personal style may be whether girly, trendy, classic, or edgy.
The ultimate special occasion dress is here! You’re guaranteed to knock’em dead in this heat-to-toe sparkle number from the Jason Wu x Eloquii Collection.
This was the second look I was able to try from the collection and it’s easily my favorite because 1.) all of the sequins and 2.) the old Hollywood glamour vibes that ooze from this silhouette.
My persona immediately changed when I put this dress on. I felt like I should have been walking around with a dirty martini in one hand and a string of pearls in the other.
Okay, so true story: I went to a beach bonfire in the middle of Fall and froze my booty off. I thought wearing jeans and boots would be a safe bet but I was so wrong.
I didn’t take into consideration that it would be way cooler at night and 10º cooler by the water.
I was a bonfire rookie I guess because all the other girls there wore leggings underneath their jeans for added warmth.
I didn’t get the memo.
The idea was good but practical… meh at best.
If you had to tinkle you would have to pull down 3 bottoms in order to do the deed. Plus I’m hot natured and hate the feeling of bulky layers but I hate the idea of being cold more.
So of course fashion technology has finally caught up and solved this dilemma creating a new way to add warmth minus the bulkiness.
These jeans aren’t lined with anymore fabric but rather built-in-warm fabric is brushed back on the inside of the jeans for a fleece like feel, max coziness and extra warmth so there is no added bulk and no chill. Get it? No chill…
Old Navy to me has always been a destination for great plus denim options but I can personally attest that these jeans are the coziest and most comfortable ones I own. They have plenty of stretch and this particular style, the high-rise, fits just right over my curves. Major Key! 🔑
I’m ready for any outdoor festivities now because these jeans have no chill.
I thought it would be funnier the second time around, no?
Drumroll please! The Jason Wu x Eloquii Collection is here!
So let me tell you a little something about my love affair with Jason Wu. It all started back in 2009 when he exploded onto the world scene when he designed the Inaugural Gown for First Lady Michelle Obama.
So do you remember it? The flowy white chiffon number with the thousands of organza flowers that were hand-sewn by himself and 4 members of his staff. Just incredible right?!
He had know idea that Michelle would pick his design to wear on that special night but to his shock and amaze he was stunned to see the new First Lady of the United States of America sashaying in front of the entire world in his dress!
In the months and years to come Jason would become a fashion darling and design for some of my favorite Hollywood leading ladies like Kerry Washington, Blake Lively and (sister-in-my-head) the Duchess of Sussex aka Megan Markle — who wore a few of his designs during her recent Royal Tour.
Okay, so fast forward to how I find myself being one of the first people to wear dresses from the new Jason Wu x Eloquii Collection.
I was approached by Eloquii about 2 weeks ago where they tell me, get this, that I was hand selected by Jason Wu himself to be one of two women to wear and model his designs before anyone else!
I was shooketh to the core.
I was so blown away that somewhere out there, Jason Wu looked at me and said, “Yes, her.”
Let’s get to the deets about this dress. It’s a twirl-around-and-dance-like-no-one-is-watching-approved dress. I’m wearing a size 22 for reference.
Made up of layers and layers of point d’espirit — that’s French talk for pretty polka dotted printed tulle. Also fully line with an invisible zipper and hook and eye closure and a dangerously plunging neckline that may or may not cause a riot if you’re busty like me.
You’ve been warned.
Alexa, play “I Want To Dance With Somebody” by Whitney Houston, because “she ready.”
Cozy Knit Hoodie and High-waisted Leggings with River Island
Real talk: this is what I’m probably wearing 99% of the time. I’m either glammed up or dressed down. There is no in between.
Thanks to my latest finds from River Island, leggings and a comfy hoodie get a little upgrade with this adult chic version of my favorite homebody outfit.
Comfort is key and my cozy knitted hoodie is that an more. It’s such a nice quality material. It washes well and doesn’t lose it’s shape or size.
I love an oversized hoodies especially when I’m traveling. Airports get super cold and winter coats are too bulky to lug around so wearing a cozy knit is the best of both worlds. I get the practicality and warmth but don’t skimp on the fashion darling.
Highwaisted anything is my friend and finding high quality leggings can be a chore but I really like these ones from River Island as well. They’re thick so you don’t see anything you’re not supposed to see and they are so comfortable.
Okay ladies, now let’s get in formation!
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From right to left: Myself, Carissa, Ashlea and Natalie
