Curvy Girl Chic - Plus Size Fashion and Style Blog: Trend Spotlight: The Return to Feminine and Flirty

Okay, so I've been on a HUUUGE tough girl chic craze for the past few months, snatching up every studded, sequined, tough, zippered, leather piece I could get my hands on...and while I'll still be incorporating all those pieces into my outfits, I'm dying to throw something ultra feminine on.

I want it all--bows, ruffles, satin-y shine, jewels, lace, chiffon, and all things luxurious and feminine!

Some of the things that I'm absolutely craving right now are the perfect feminine and flirty dress, ruffled shoes, deliciously gorgeous jewelry, and whimsical, girly gloves!

Here are some pieces I would LOVE to add to my wardrobe!

Asos Mesh One Shoulder Body Con Dress: $82.26

I love the contrasting champagne satin under the black mesh--it really makes the draping of the mesh stand out, and I love the satin band that creates a great waistline!

Believe it or not, Asos carries this gorgeous dress in sizes up to 20, which is fantastic! (Why can't places like H&M carry more extended sizes?? Oh, that's right, Karl.)

Asos Drop Waist Ruffle Ham Dress: $82.26

This is EXACTLY how I would style my tough girl items with my girly ones! The super sweet dress is toned down by the leather jacket and black booties. I think this is absolutely fabulous!!! I love it!

Torrid Purple Satin Belted Tiered Tube Dress: $78

So cute and flirty!!!!! Absolutely love this dress! It's so perfect for all the holiday parties you fashionable ladies will be attending!

Evans Black Bow Skirt: $58

This is adorable! I love the big bow, schoolgirl pleats, and the peek of tulle under the bottom hem. It's really cutesy, so I would pair it with some light and flowy pieces that aren't too ultra feminine.

Martin + Osa Mini Pleat Skirt: $89.50

I love love love this! It's super feminine and girly, but so wearable since it's black. I would love to pair this with a bow-centric top, and some satin-y strappy heels!

Also love that Martin + Osa offers sizes up to 18. Not QUITE there, but well on its way to offering plus size clothing!

NY&Co. Red Label Draped Top with Chain Necklace: $59

GIANT BOW! Plus chains?? Delicious.

I love big slouchy bows like this. and since it isn't a ridiculously poofy bow, it doesn't add bulk if you're heavier up top! I actually think this top would look super cute with the pleated skirt above! :)

Asos Check Funnel Neck Belted Coat: $118.82

I love that this coat has a girly flared skirt!! I'm also LOVING the muted purple and black check! Fabulous over a little black dress!

ComfortZone Lace Leggings: $24.95

These are so chic! They would be perfect under a pink chiffon tunic with layered thin gold chains with bow accents, and some gorgeous heels!

NY&Co. Bow Statement Tee: $32.95

This is so cute! I love the smattering of bows along the neckline--totally negates the need for a necklace!! Of course though, you can always up the ante by adding a gorgeous statement necklace! If you can't be ridiculously lush and overthetop during the holidays, when can you?!

Betseyville Peep Toe Flat: $54.97

I loooove how girly this is! I typically shy away from the overly pink, but this is absolute perfection! It's also touchen up just a liiiiittle bit with some zipper details! Fabulous!

J Crew Satin Ballet Flats with Contrast Trim: $98

I adore this!!!! Perfectly feminine but still so wearable with absolutely everything!!!! I want to wear this shoe every day. I do. Seriously.

Poetic License Glitz & Glam Bootie: $128.95

So feminine but still edgy and chic! I love this bootie!!! I would totally wear this with opaque tights and a super flowy tunic.

Banana Republic Chiffon Trim Gloves: $29.50

These gloves are so feminine and versatile! They would be such a great complement to a super girly outfit without overdoing it. (These would look great with some pastel layers/sweaters!)

Deena & Ozzy Wool Lady Glove: $24

Nothing says feminine and ladylike like some fabulous elbow-length gloves. These are beautiful, and so warm looking! You could pair it with a lacy dress like the model in the photo has done, or pair it with a drapey pink open cardigan over a chiffon top and leggings with ballet flats for a more casual look.

Pewter Cameo Bow Heart Charm Necklace: $14

I love all the charms and bows on this necklace! The cameo pendant also lends a great super feminine Victorian/old school air to the piece. I adore this!!!

Banana Republic Chain and Ribbon Necklace: $62

I love the twisted chains of this necklace and the random pops of green from the ribbon and from stones on the chain. Fantastic! And such a great contrast to girly pastel pink pieces.

Banana Republic Constellation Cuff: $46

I love this! It's big but soft, muted but shiny! I love this with muted shades of peach and pink, maybe a sheer white dress with layers of textured fabric!