Wheeeee!

Had an amazing time today shopping at vintage shops! Found a Burberry trench for $75 but ended up not getting it since it would've needed about $40 in repairs and $50 in tailoring. Booo. Couldn't bring myself to spend $165 for a jacket I really don't NEED. Especially since I just spent $200 at the Macy's one day sale. :( Got some AMAZING pieces that I'll be posting soon! Sorry, not outfit photos today (bf worked all day) but I'll leave you with this gorgeous photo of Crystal Renn!

Happy Sunday! :)

Yours, Etc.
CurvyGirlChic

Faith21 Wishlist

Arghhh Forever21 has me hooked on their website! I check it practically every day since they update their offerings so often! I think they add 2 or 3 new items each day just to toy with me! Anyway, I've accumulated quite the wishlist/saved shopping bag since I only JUST received my last package from them 2 days ago. Ughhhh I need to stop this shopping frenzy.

Yes, that is an elephant necklace. And yes, those are pineapple earrings. I don't care what my boyfriend says--I absolutely WOULD wear those.

Yours, Etc.
CurvyGirlChic

Purchased: H&M Fringe Bag

I've been eyeing this Kendall Conrad fringe bag for ages! Too bad it retails for $1635. Chocolate-y buttery soft Napa leather, gorgeous suede lining, and brass hardware.

Well, I wasn't about to spend that much on a bag that has a limited longevity (not positive how long this fringe trend will last), but I managed to find a great alternative!! This H&M grey fringe bag fits the bill perfectly for a new Spring bag--and at $24.95, I could live with myself if a few months from now it's no longer in style. Woot! :)

Won't it be cute with the neutrals and pastels for Spring? :)

Yours, Etc.

CurvyGirlChic

Bag Lust

[ :: Kan Kan ruffled shoulder bag :: Miu Miu leather tote with bow detail :: Miu Miu tan glazed leather tote :: ]

[ :: Mar Y Sol gigi flower clutch :: Marc Jacobs quilted leather tote :: Chanel boucle bag :: ]

I keep telling myself one day I'll splurge on one of these...

Yours, Etc.
CurvyGirlChic

i just wanna stay right here until never dawns

[ :: Michael Kors shiny coat :: Faith21 sheer white chiffon top :: iT! jeans black skinnies :: ]

[ :: Cynthia Rowley bag :: Seychelles booties :: triple star necklace :: unknown earrings :: bangle stolen from sis :: ]

I wanted to pair my new sheer chiffon frilly white top with tough accents--punky three star necklace, chunky bangle, black jeans, studded bag and booties. 

Rainy days make me want to sit around and do absolutely nothing. Practically what I did today, except for running errands and taking these photos. Rain also means ordering in (pizza) and watching a movie (Spirited Away--how Asian of me, I know.) I can't wait for the weather to turn around. Going to go curl up in bed now with the bf and my stack of unread magazines.

Yours, Etc.
CurvyGirlChic

Shoe Review: Torrid!

I bought these shoes from Torrid just over a week ago and they finally arrived! :)

Also, follow me on Twitter @CurvyGirlChic! :)

Torrid Madrid Heel: $39

The Madrids are amazzzzzing. As someone who has serious problems finding a shoes that fit well (my feet are flat and size 10 WIIIIDE), finding high strappy heels that fit and are comfortable is like winning the fashion jackpot! Pretty good, I've got to say. Plus, since the back has two adjustable buckles, you can adjust the fit so it's perfect.

The one drawback? I think they sent me a defective shoe. The part with the studs where the leather meets the wood sole was coming apart and had a mess of glue all over! There was even a red arrow sticker pointing it out! Called customer service and they're sending a new pair and emailing me a prepaid return label for the defective ones. Now that's good service!

Torrid Ruby Heel: $39

This is another great shoe--my only complaint is that it's a little too big around the ankle, and it isn't adjustable since the closure is a sipper, not buckles. Otherwise, the construction is good, it's relatively comfortable from what I can tell so far, and I really like the stud details!

Torrid Precious Cutout Satin Heel: $42

This shoe is seriously pretty badass. It's got a super sexy cutout design, and a cute bow on the back of the heel. The fabric is also great--a sturdy satin fabric. 

There are two drawbacks from this shoe: 1) Again, since it zips up in the back, you can't adjust it if it's too big or to small (too big in my case, and my foot slips around) and 2) the bottom of the shoe has VERY LITTLE traction. I was walking around the apartment testing them out and almost slipped. I'm going to have rubber soles put on the bottoms.

The shoes my big big feet:

Madrid:

Defect!

Ruby:

Precious:

Overall, I'm pretty happy with my purchase. I can't wait to receive my non-defective Madrid heels though! I think they're my favorite :)

Yours, Etc.

CurvyGirlChic

one romper, two ways

::Beach Fun::

[ :: Faith21 romper :: DVF knots beach tote :: Old Navy gem cardigan :: AE sailor knot bracelet :: ]

[ :: AE anchor cord necklace :: Trotters genevieve sandals :: AE anchor ring :: ]

::Day Out with the Girls::

[ :: Lane Bryant jacket :: Faith21 romper :: Haute Hippie blue diamond necklace :: Gold Rome watch :: ]
[ :: Inge Christopher clutch :: MOGIL double buckle ankle boot :: ]

Tried to make some outfits that aren't strictly beach-bound and could cross from day to night. Granted, both outfits are definitely more appropriate for someone in a beachy area, like my lovely hometown in Southern California. Ugh. I can't believe we have at least a month more of winter weather.

Yours, Etc.

CurvyGirlChic

Shopping Spotlight: Rompers!

Okayy...So I've totally been slacking and not doing real shopping/trend posts for a while. hehe. my bad?

Anyway, I originally set out to write a post on finding great plus size shorts--that, however, turned into a hunt for the best plus size rompers! I mean really, how more fun are these things?! They're so comfortable and easy to wear (like the summer dress, but you don't have to worry about your skirt flying around!)

It definitely wasn't that easy to find cute and flattering rompers in plus sizes--the best designs came from Dorothy Perkins and Torrid--others just seemed to fall a little flat (ahem, Faith21 and Old Navy.)


These were my favorite picks!

From Dorothy Perkins:

I love all the gorgeous details on these--lace, stripes, florals (not for me, but still cute!), and ties. So fabulous! :)

From Torrid: 

Yes, the cheetah one is technically categorized as lingerie. but whatever, it's the cutest one here! Also, I would wear the chambray one a little differently... pull the shorts section down so there isn't that big blouson top, and cuff the shorts. I think it would be way cuter and more flattering.

From Jen's Fashion Plus: 

I really wish this photo were higher resolution/sharper or something. It really doesn't do this item justice! See it on Devon of FatNurse blog, here. (She doesn't like it much on herself but I think she looks great!) 

I love shiny gold buttons!

What do you oh-so-fashionable ladies think? Will you be wearing the trend??

Yours, Etc.

CurvyGirlChic

Whoops!

My bad. Apparently when you follow someone, it doesn't automatically get linked into your "Blogs I Love" section. Anyhow, I updated that and hopefully I didn't leave anyone out! If I did, just email me at curvygirlchic@gmail.com with your URL and blog name.

Thanks!! :) Blog post about some fun clothing coming in a bit!

Yours, Etc.
CurvyGirlChic

byhillary giveaway!

Hellos!

Though I'd let you all know that byhillary is having a great giveaway for a Misikko straightening iron! It look great and seems to do wonders! For more details on the product and giveaway, click here!

Happy entering! :)

Yours, Etc.
CurvyGirlChic

put a little pep in your step

[Fortune from Panda Express fortune cookie!]

[Faith21 exposed zip peplum top :: NY&Co pencil skirt :: Epic by Lori Glazer coat]

[Cynthia Rowley studded bag :: Torrid mid-heel slouch boots :: heart earrings from Heartdance in Japan]

Dragged the boyfriend along to Saks to return the $260 Prada sunnies I splurged on the other day. I couldn't bring myself to pay that much for a pair of sunglasses I know I'll lose or break within a few months. (I'll stick to my $10 Aldo ones, thankyouverymuch.) Had deliciously unauthentic Chinese food at Panda Express. Ended up bargain hunting in Marshall's and Filene's Basement, followed by a quick look inside H&M that turned into a 1.5 hour, $162 shopping spree. 

Poor boyfriend. He had no idea what he was getting himself into today. I should go make him dinner or something. Maybe.

Yours, Etc.
CurvyGirlChic

Purchased: Cynthia Rowley Jen Bag

Hellos!

I was out trolling for bargains yesterday and came across this lovely thing at TJMaxx! This Cynthia Rowley bag retails for $385--purchased for $150!  I love that it's a little vintage-y, a little lady-like, a little punky. The photo really doesn't do it justice. It's a black buttery soft leather pouchy-drawstring-bucket-y bag with matte gold studs all over it. I put it to use immediately! Took some photos with it today--will post those pics in a jiffy! :)

Yours, Etc.
CurvyGirlChic

these city lights they shine as silver and gold

Day

[oversize drapey tank with attached chain detail: Pure Energy from Target]

[purple studded cardigan: Sweatherworks]

[cuffed denim shorts: AE]

[leather jacket: Michael by Michael Kors]

[booties: Seychelles]

Night

[same as above but with Steve Madden boots, Hinge jacket, and frame clutch]

(Sorry for the crap quality of photos.)

{sleeping in :: lounging around :: running errands :: napping :: cooking dinner :: walking the rose kennedy greenway :: night-time frolics & fun on the waterfront}

Days like this make me love this city.

Yours, Etc.

CurvyGirlChic

i heart costco, not mean little girls in pink

[black H&M cardi; INC navy blue beaded racerback tank; AE flower&chain necklace; iT black skinnies; Seychelles black booties; bag from somewhere in Taiwan; YoursClothing beret]

I really do love Costco. About once every few weeks the boy and I will go and stock up on staples--fruit, veggies, chicken stock, eggs, juice, bagels, etc. I also stock up on all sorts of snack food goodies...cake...cheese...notice how my cart is sneakily out of the picture? That's cause I don't want you all to judge my unhealthy snack choices! Muahaha. I'm so sneaky. 

So, I got into the playhouse Costco has for sale to fool around and take a picture and this little girl came over and wouldn't let me out. Every time I opened the door to get out she'd slam it back in my face....

I see through your cute little pink innocent mask to your evil evil insides, little girl. 

You're not fooling anybody.

Yours, Etc.

CurvyGirlChic

Cheated of a sunny day

It was so nice and bright and sunny outside today--you could see all the mini-streams of snow melting away! Finally had time to go outside and within 20 minutes it was gloomy and freezing. Curse you, weather gods.

[Top: Banana Republic]

[Blazer: Lane Bryant]

[Skirt: Gap]

[Tights&Boots: Torrid]

[Clutch: Unknown/Forgotten]

Yours, Etc,

CurvyGirlChic