Timeless black and white gets a little modern update in this warm weather glam look.

Over the years I have expressed my love and adoration for plus size brands that just get it.  They create styles and designs that are classic, trendy and modern for the plus size woman.  I can’t fan girl enough over my love for Eloquii.

Ever since they stepped on the scene as an independent brand they have been killing the plus size fashion game dropping a new collection for what seems like on a weekly basis.

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So it’s officially the first day of Fall!  Well, I can’t quite get over the fact that I live in a state where it’s basically summer all year long.  The weather won’t let me forget either.

Trying to transition over to a Fall wardrobe is kind of hard when the humidity makes it feel like it’s 110º outside.  Every breath feels like I’m drowning — and let’s not even begin to talk about what it’s like to shoot cold weather looks in this heat!

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¦I’ve got the blues — but totally the good kind in the simple and feminine look from FullBeauty.

It’s been fun discovering new European plus size retailers through FullBeauty.  They have such a wide selection that you’re bound to make some new favorites yourself.

One brand in particular that has me oohing and ahhing is Studio Untold & Ulla Popken; both under the Popken Fashion Group based in Northern Germany.

Europe has always been ahead in the fashion world and that goes for plus size fashion as well.  

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Minus the husband part, I totally think I’ve nailed the 50’s Housewife style in my latest post.

I love love love ModCloth!

Have I told you that I love ModCloth?!  I’ve been such a fan of theirs well before they offered plus sizes.  They’re modern take on vintage inspired clothing is so fun to wear but totally practical at the same time.

But ever since they’ve launched their plus size line a few years back I’m constantly ecstatic.  

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I have a new fella in my life and his name is Matte.  You want to meet him?

Well, of course you do.Meet Matte.

He’s the latest collection of beautiful matte liquid lipsticks from paraben & cruelty free beauty company The Balm Cosmetics.

Did I fool you? Ha.

Matte might not be a legit dude but the colors in this collection are legit amazing.  I’m wearing Devoted – a bright red that pops honey!  

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Have you ever heard a song that’s lyrics resonated with you so much so it gave you goosies?  Like it was literally written about you.  Well actually in this case it was written about this outfit.  You just have to check it out.  Trust.

I usually style looks in my mind days before I actually get to shoot.  So when I got this perfectly polka dotted mustered gem from ModCloth I already knew how I would style it.

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Let me take a moment to drop some lemon knowledge on ya.  

I love all things lemon.  I put it on everything.

My food and in drinks.  I love lemon flavored gum (try Ice Breakers — it’s life changing) and lemon sorbet.

My best friend’s mom makes my favorite Greek chicken and lemon soup.  Oh and lemonade of course – hard or virgin.

Love of lemon was clearly the inspo behind this vintage inspired look from Fame & Partners.

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Decided to pull out an oldie but goodie for my Sunday meeting.  The bright floral print and quirky sweetheart neckline reminded me of why I love this vintage inspired dress so much!

Don’t you love when you rediscover a fashion gem in your closet.  It’s like shopping without having to spend money.  Totally winning.

Unfortunately this dress is over a year old so it’s no longer available at ModCloth but I’ve rounded up so pretty floral frocks below that are now available and up to 40% off!

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I’ve managed to style a look with some of my favorite things: food, flowers, polka dots and butterflies. 

Voodoo Vixen London sent me a few items from their new Plus Summer Collection and if you love vintage inspired dresses you’re going to love it as much as I do.  I definitely have a few faves from the summer collection including my outfit featuring the Cresida Cardigan and the adorable Jemima Dress.

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