Want to jump on trend train that is here to stay?! Get yourself an all pink power suit!
I’m a believer in the dramatics of a strong monochromatic outfit especially in my signature color.
And I’m not the only either! I’ve been seeing pink power suits all over — from the streets of NYFW to some of my favorite celebs like Rihanna, Emily Ratajkowski, Tika Sumpter and Beyoncé gets an honorable mention in all the pink numbers she wore in Sardinia.
If you’re afraid to tackle on the rosey hue from head-to-toe try wearing the blazer alone with a pair of black wide cropped jeans or trousers with a moto jacket. But for those that are ready for a full punchy look I’ve rounded a few pink suits that will be great to keep in rotation in your Fall wardrobe.
Atlantic-Pacific x Halogen Collection: How They Listened to the Neglected Plus Size Consumer
It’s always reaffirming and really quite amazing when you can use your voice to elicit change and something actually happens.
I’ve been blogging about plus size fashion, the joys and struggles for almost 7 years and I’ve been a fat girl for more than 30.
So, you can say that I’m an expert at plus size consumer relations. I’ve been a neglected often ostracized fashion consumer my entire life.
But I’ve made due. I had too.
Making the best with what I’ve been given is the norm. Saying “I wish they made this I’m my size,” is the norm.
I wish it wasn’t.
I wish I could say that all my 10 year-old fat girl fashion problems were a thing of the past but it isn’t.
Don’t get me wrong, in the last 15 years, plus size fashion has made some amazing strides in offering high quality, stylish fashion and changing the culture.
We now have Eloquii dropping a new collection almost every week. There’s the CurvyCon. We have dozens of fat women strutting around during NYFW! It’s awesome but with anything there’s always room for improvement.
Lately it seemed that many straight sized brands were catching on, albeit, very very late but hey, progress is progress.
The idea of size inclusivity, diversity, and visibility has been a pretty popular trend lately. For a while it seemed that every single brand I wished I could shop in high school and college were now debuting an extended range or plus sizes for the first time.
But as an expert of being a fat fashion consumer I can tell when it’s the real deal or a brand is jumping on the trendy bandwagon and wants to appear as if they are truly about the cause.
Casein point is Atlantic-Pacific x Halogen Nordstrom collaboration. Before I delve in let me just preface that I’m a really big fan of Blair Eadie Bee. Her style is unmatched. She’s the ultimate femme maxamist and all of her outfits are goals. She was literally one the first outfits I ever pinned on Pinterest!
She’s the ultimate business woman and works really hard on her brand. So when she announced that she was launching her first clothing collaboration with Halogen (a brand that had already established offering extended sizes) I was beyond excited!
The collection featured her in the ultimate Blair outfit: a blush pink blouse with velvet bows and a pink tulle ruffled tiered skirt. Blair herself said these were some of her favorite pieces in the collection and it was one of the main outfits featured in her campaign. I couldn’t wait to get my hands on it.
The collaboration had all the necessary elements: blush pink, a popular stylish influencer, a trusted big name brand and the claim of size inclusivity.
I stayed up to purchase the bow blouse and tulle skirt to only be disappointed. This outfit was basically the face of the campaign and it wouldn’t be available in the extended range.
I felt bamboozled.
I felt like the campaign was capitalizing on the idea of being size inclusive but in reality wasn’t offering the main pieces featured in campaign for everyone.
Once again there I was making due with what was offered to me. I was going to buy what I could from the collection that was in my size but had a change of heart.
That’s not the shopping experience anyone should have regardless of their size. We should be thought of and not an after thought.
I wasn’t going to but I expressed my feelings with a comment on Blair’s IG posts about the campaign and too my surprise I wasn’t the only one. Other bloggers and fans of hers that found themselves in my position – being excluded from a shopping experience because of size, shared their frustrations too.
The way Blair and the Halogen team responded was pretty amazing. They listened to us. They took what we said and put it into action right away. Instead of ignoring the complaints of what may seem like a small group of consumers they instituted change in the very next drop.
Atlantic Pacific x Halogen re-released the most popular piece from the first collection in dress form and included more sizes. Not only did it sell out within days but it re-tells the long told story that fat bodies love fashion and are willing to pay for it.
So kudos to Blair and Halogen for doing what most brand collaborations don’t – listening to a neglected demographic and recognizing the body inclusivity and diversity isn’t just a trend — it represent the lives of so many.
Hopefully this isn’t just a isolated incident and other brand collaborations will follow suit. I’m a fan of brands that genuinely champion for size inclusivity and diversity. Choosing where I spend my dollars makes a difference. The fat fashion consumer has more power than they might think.
Can’t overthink Falls favorite color palette — tans and browns will always represent a facet of the Fall season and I’m not mad at it.
So how to wear everyone’s favorite Fall hue. TEXTURE.
Neutrals don’t have to be boring. Mix textures and fabrics to create a more dynamic spot way of wearing neutrals. I chose to wear a ribbed knit sweater dress, wool hat and a camel leather satchel to wear the trend but still keep the look cohesive.
Texture play is a great way to wear a monochromatic neutral look and still keep it stylish and exciting.
A neutral braided headband, statement coat, suede over-the-knee-boots, tortoise accented belts and sweaters are other ways to bring in texture, fabric and pattern play to a monochromatic look.
In the great words of Peter Kavinsky from To All the Boys I’ve Loved before; “Woah, woah, woah, woah, woah!”
I’m so shook that today’s look is completely from Walmart! They dress America alright!
Like you, I follow several style influencers on Instagram and have been seeing so many cute outfits from them all hailing from Walmart.
So I just had to check it out for myself especially with Fall coming upon us. #influenced
I could use some new finds that won’t break the bank.
Although I don’t want to spend a whole lot on a brand new season of clothes one thing I don’t compromise on is quality — regardless of the price, QUALITY ALWAYS WINS. So scoring this amazing everyday chic Fall look at Walmart was major.
I discovered so many brands on Walmart‘s website with endless options for plus size fashion, accessories and footwear.
I was so excited to discover the Melrose Ave. They have THE cutest booties that are perfect for everyday. It comes in three different colors that will go along with all of you Fall outfits.
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MORE FAVORITES
Stylish dresses, fun print cardigans, moto jackets and more , all at great prices! So — are you shopping Walmart this season yet? I know I am. I have to checkout right now actually — byeeee.
People are ready for pumpkin spiced lattes, apple picking and all the Fall-scented candles; but living in Florida I am reminded every day that summer is here to stay – for several more months anyway.
But you know what else is right around the corner?
Winter Getaways!
This look would be perfect on an island vacation with a piña colada in hand. So yes, Fall is on the minds of most of the nation guess what? Seasonal depression is a real thing people and you’re going to want to get some vitamin D.
Just make sure to bookmark this post so you can come back to when you’re itching for a warm weather destination!
I’ve rounded up some of the cutest vacation-wear that are perfect for your cold winter get away.
Every fashionista looks forward to this season because it’s like January 1st New Year’s Day of the Fashion World.
With a new season comes new additions to my wardrobe and that’s where Lane Bryant comes in. From dresses, blouses, denim and footware, Lane Bryant has everything you need to have a fabulous stylish Fall.
This particular blazer has a longer length that accentuates your figure in all the right places. Oh, and the ponte material is so soft, stretchy and comfortable. I absolutely love the gold hardware: it gives the blazer a luxe appeal and elevates any look. It looks great with blue denim, skirts or over their famous Lena Dress.
This season will be filled with luxe materials, bold pieces and rich colors but always remember to take any trend and make it yours. Create your own lane and Lane Bryant is the perfect place to shop and do just that.
What do you think of my look? It’s a little different than what you might see here but to be honest this was my go to look for a bout 2 solid years. All Black Everything. Can you even imagine?
Master Bedroom Install and Reveal with Levity Interiors
I’ve officially been in my new house for 4 months but for the first 3 months my bedroom only consisted of a mattress. To say that sleeping in my new home was challenging is an understatement.
I felt uneasy and just not settled not to mention the construction guys that blast reggaetton while they work and while I sleep is just super. #NightShiftProblems
So I was beyond eager and excited to finally work on purchasing items that would be my safe haven — my master bedroom. Levity and I teamed up again to create something special.
I wanted it to be an oasis and spa like. I wanted to feel peace, calm and excited to be there. Levity nailed it after one revision of the design concept board. She created a pink and feminine, sophisticated and soft modern space that has been a dream to live in. I’ve never slept so well till the night after install.
