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New Sophisticated Plus Size Dresses at Cherished Woman
2007-10-23 15:04:00
Last week Cherished Woman announced that their plus size clothing collection available through their online store has now been expanded, to include the designs of Olivia Harper. The new items are gorgeous, sophisticated and sexy plus size dresses, and this is the first time they are ever available to the general public online. Olivia Harper's collection features graceful lines, sexy colors, intricate detail and superior construction which makes plus size women feel more feminine and confident. This collection is truly a pleasure to look at, and with the holiday season coming up, it is good to know we have more options at hand! Check out the Olivia Harper collection right here. Curvy Tip Ensure you have ample choice when looking for plus size holiday fashions. Start shopping today! Stores we recommend include SWAK Designs for casual/party attire and Kiyonna for more formal plus size clothing.
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Skirted Plus Size Tankinis on Sale
2007-10-23 14:55:00
This week, Swimsuits For All have a very special sale on their selection of skirted plus size tankinins: you can now get a quality and stylish skirted tankini at 20% off! All you need to do, to take advantage of this discount is use coupon code skirt20 during the checkout process. This offer is available for a limited time only: until Sunday, 28th October, so hurry and visit Swimsuits For All today. Curvy Tip Ensure you have ample choice when looking for plus size holiday fashions. Start shopping today! Stores we recommend include SWAK Designs for casual/party attire and Kiyonna for more formal plus size clothing.
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Plus Movie Wins at KIDS FIRST!
2007-10-23 14:35:00
You might recall that I had posted about a very interested and thought provoking movie way back in July and even January called Plus; a movie which focuses on the plus size modelling industry and the 'padding' of models issue. Well it's a pleasure for me to let you know Plus has recently won second prize in it's category (ages 12 - 18) at the KIDS FIRST! Film Festival in Los Angeles. Alexandra DeBouver (who plays Victoria), Marlene Barrett (Assistant Director), and Keicia Derry (who plays Ms. Gamble) were present at the ceremony and accepted the award. A big well done and congratulations to Chris Shirley (writer and director) and everyone in the cast and crew of Plus! A trailer of the movie is available for viewing on the official website. Curvy Tip Ensure you have ample choice when looking for plus size holiday fashions. Start shopping today! Stores we recommend include SWAK Designs for casual/party attire and Kiyonna for more formal plus size clothing.
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Last Minute Halloween Shopping, Online
2007-10-23 00:30:00
Ok so you might be thinking that you completely missed your chance to get that favorite Halloween costumes you have been eyeing for weeks. Not really, there is still time thanks to the express shipping options the several Halloween cotume online shops offer nowadays. And the best this is that most of them right now have special offers running on shipping. Yep that's right!One such store of BuyCostumes.com. Although I suggest you visit them for the latest scoop on shipping details and charges, at the time of writing BuyCostumes.com are offering:$5.99 FedEx Express Shipping (2-3 Days) for Orders over $60$11.99 FedEx Premium Shipping (1-2 Days) for Orders over $60Expiration dates for these offers depend on the method chosen; kindly consult the site for full details.Curvy Tip Ensure you have ample choice when looking for plus size holiday fashions. Start shopping today! Stores we recommend include SWAK Designs for casual/party attire and Kiyonna for more formal plus size clothing.
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Torrid is Looking for a New Face
2007-10-22 14:35:00
Torrid is giving plus size women the chance to be the face of Torrid. If you think you have what it takes - unforgettable curves and a shining personality, you may be the plus size diva that Torrid have been looking for. So join Torrid at Redondo Beach, California on Saturday October 27th, to take your chance. During the event there will be: Mini makeovers, provided by Smashbox Cosmetics 20% discount on purchases made during event hours Free goodie bags to the first 100 divas Registrations for model search events will take place on-site, there is no online registration I'm afraid. The event starts at 10am shar. Make sure you bring along your best smile, and those curves! Visit Torrid for further information on the event, including location! Curvy Tip Ensure you have ample choice when looking for plus size holiday fashions. Start shopping today! Stores we recommend include SWAK Designs for casual/party attire and Kiyonna for more formal plus size clothing.
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October Savings at JustMySize
2007-10-22 14:35:00
Plus size clothing store, Just My Size, has just rolled out some October promotions which definitely deserve a mention, especially on a manic Monday! Here are the details ladies: Buy One Get One 50% Off Take two sale! On all winter fashion items, buy 1, get a 2nd style (equal or lesser value) at 50% off! Be sure to order both items in the same transaction, selecting size and color for each. Your savings will be reflected in the 'Adjusted Price' column at checkout. 20% Off Minimizers & Shapewear All minimizer bras and all shapewear are now at 20% off! Reduce your bustline by up to 1 3/4 inches with a minimizer bra and get a smoother fit under tight blouses. Plus all shapers, shaping slips, all-in-ones, support briefs and waistnippers on sale! Stock up and save on minimizers and shapers today - and look curvier tomorrow! Up to 40% Off on JMS Hosiery All JMS hosiery now are now available at 40% off - just in time for winter fashions! Get control top, light support, knee highs,...
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Win $500 from SizeAppeal - One Week Left!
2007-06-03 14:35:00
As previously announced, over the past month Pasazz.net together with the great help of SizeAppeal , we have been running a great and easy competition where curvy ladies get the chance to win a fantastic $500 shopping spree from SizeAppeal! All you need to do to enter this competition is subscribe to our plus size clothing newsletter Loving My Curves, which is of course... free.The last day to enter the lucky draw is June 10th, so ladies, you have a little over a week remaining to subscribe to the newsletter to get yourself entered into the lucky draw. So if you haven't already done so... subscribe today! Win a $500 shopping spree from SizeAppeal! All you have to do to enter the lucky draw is to subscribe to our plus size clothing newsletter Loving My Curves. Contest ends June 10th. Subscribe today!
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Just As Beautiful Mag: New Issue Out Now!
2007-06-03 14:20:00
It has been a few month now since I discovered Just As Beau tiful magazine, an online free magazine hailing from the UK dedicated to plus size women. This truly is a magazine with a difference, and one of the reasons why I like it is because it is real. It features stories written by and created for big beautiful women, and topic covered range from fashion, health, beautiful and entertainment issues.This weekend the May issue of Just As Beautiful magazine was sent out to subscribers, and it is chock full of interesting stuff including:A great piece on how Trinny and Susannah (two famous UK stylists) teach a plus size couple what to wear, and what to stay away from!A story on how Lisa Marie and Cher Rue, founders of Club Bounce, met and started off on a great journey of curvy success.A piece on Britain's largest teenager, a 34 stone 19 year old, who recounts some tough times she passed through, during what was supposed to be the best time of her life.A great real life story of how di...
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Win $100 from Cherished-Woman.com
2007-05-31 23:52:00
Cherished-Woman .com, one of the latest plus size clothing stores to open it's virtual doors to full figured women, has this week announced a great contest whilst debuting their latest Summer collections. In this contest, ladies stand the chance to win $100 worth of designer plus size clothes from Cherished-Woman.com.Nancy Baum, founder and president of Cherished-Woman.com, stresses that it is her goal to provide big beautiful women with an online shopping destination made especially for their curvy needs. Furthermore, she adds that this contest gives full figured women the opportunity to win free designer clothing so that they can see and feel the difference.The contest is running for a limited time only, and entering is very easy! Just visit Nancy and her team at Cherished-Woman.com and sign up using a simple online form. So go on, try your luck. Win a $500 shopping spree from SizeAppeal! All you have to do to enter the lucky draw is to subscribe to our plus size clothing newslett...

New Swim Wear Summer Collection
2007-05-31 23:19:00
Strolling around the beach this summer, you do not want to be seen walking around in something that is last season. So to be seen wearing something figure flattering, and fresh check out the new Summer 2007 plus size swim wear collection which has just arrived at Swim suitsForAll.com.Visit them to shop around through the hottest new looks exclusively at SwimsuitsForAll.com. The items included within their new collection looks fabulous and very stylish.I must say my favorite items, it the Tribal Flower Tankini, which is pictures here. It features a soft cup bra and tummy control, for ultimate comfort and curve accentuating style. Plus is also comes with a matching sarong which you can wear in many different ways to make up different styles for your needs. This piece comes in gorgeous earthy colors, and summery patterns, which will definitely make it a hit this Summer.Though that is just my favorite. Check out the new collection at SwimsuitsForAll.com today and see which one is your fa...
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Massive Top Sale at IGIGI
2007-05-30 18:59:00
IGIGI have just launched a massive sale event on all of their tops, an event which they are calling the 'Top Off Your Summer' sale.IGIGI's best summer picks are included within this sale and savings up to 50% can be made! No coupon code is needed to take advantage of the reduced prices... just shop around, pick your favorite and just check out as usual. This sale end on June 6th, so you have quite a number of days to take advantage of these savings. Don't delay though, as quantities are limited.So shop the 'Top Off Your Summer' sale at IGIGI today, and get looking sexy for summer. Win a $500 shopping spree from SizeAppeal! All you have to do to enter the lucky draw is to subscribe to our plus size clothing newsletter Loving My Curves. Contest ends June 10th. Subscribe today!
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Who is Louise MacCallum?
2007-05-30 00:16:00
You might have seen her wearing your favorite outfit in an online plus size store. Or perhaps you haven't. Whatever the case, Louise MacCallum is an inspirational plus size model who you should definitely read a little bit about.Today I have just ran across this article on The Daily Record, which recounts how Louise MacCallum struggled with size acceptance. Now a very curvy and gorgeous size 14/16, Louise had previously battled with a lot of dieting, until finally finding a way to accept and love her curves.Hailing from Inverness, ones of Louise's major accomplishments in her career was being chosen to open Milan Fashion Week this spring wearing a gorgeous black Elena Miro dress. In this particular article Louise shares a piece of advice, which just had to be shared here:Her advice for girls considering a career in modelling is simple..."Don't be affected by it all," says Louise. "Some women are naturally very skinny but many starve themselves to stay on the catwalk. Be who you a...

Get $25 Off Plus Size Swimwear
2007-05-29 19:45:00
For one day only SwimsuitsForAll.com, a leading online store offering very stylish swim wear in plus sizes, is letting it's customers take $25 off their order of $100 or more. All customers need to do is use coupon code MDAY07 upon checkout.This offer is valid until tomorrow, Wednesday 30th May. So if you still haven't gotten yourself a stylish curve flattering swimsuit for the hot summer month, you should definitely check out the selection SwimsuitsForAll.com has to offer, and grab yourself a bargain whilst you're at it! Win a $500 shopping spree from Size Appeal! All you have to do to enter the lucky draw is to subscribe to our plus size clothing newsletter Loving My Curves. Contest ends June 10th. Subscribe today!
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Curvy Quick Links
2007-05-28 22:12:00
Some news today which is too good for you to miss out on...Evans, the leading UK plus size clothing store, has won the 'Plus Size' category in the 2007 LK High Street Fashion Awards.An article by Keiko Morris about how plus size retailing is becoming very popular and hot, as demand for stylish clothes for full figured women in sizes 14 and over increases.Plus size modeling is booming in Australia, as this article by Dawn Gibson shows! More curvy models are being signed up by tops agencies.Are you having trouble finding the right swimsuits? Read these tips and tricks for choosing carefully the most appropriate choice. Win a $500 shopping spree from SizeAppeal! All you have to do to enter the lucky draw is to subscribe to our plus size clothing newsletter Loving My Curves. Contest ends June 10th. Subscribe today!
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Kiyonna Back In Action: In Brand New Offices
2007-05-28 21:33:00
Chic plus size clothing store Kiyonna have moved into their new offices, and are slowly but surely settling into the new premises. As a token of appreciation for all the patience customers have had throughout their move over the past week, Kiyonna are offering customers $30 off orders of $150 or more. When checking out, just use coupon code OPEN to redeem this offer. This offer expires at midnight... today... so hurry and shop around!Kiyonna have now resumed their normal shipping schedule. Their are obviously however, closed today in lieu of Memorial Day celebrations. Everything will be back to normal operations however, tomorrow Tuesday, 29th May. Win a $500 shopping spree from SizeAppeal! All you have to do to enter the lucky draw is to subscribe to our plus size clothing newsletter Loving My Curves. Contest ends June 10th. Subscribe today!
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Meet Lara Kulpa: A Curvy Lady Living Big
2007-05-28 21:18:00
I must be honest with you, I had never heard of Lara Kulpa until I recently read an interview she held with 'Back In Skinny Jeans' blog. However I'm very glad I got to know about Lara, as she is a true inspiration to myself, and I hope she will be the same for all readers here.Lara is an example of a plus size lady living life to the full, embracing her size and not letting any of society's stereotypes get in the way of her dreams and goals. She is an aspiring plus size model with an appetite for life and success. Besides, she is also an internet marketing consultant and SEO (search engine optimizer).Go on an find out more about Lara by reading the interview I cam across... this is part 1, whilst this is part 2. Win a $500 shopping spree from SizeAppeal! All you have to do to enter the lucky draw is to subscribe to our plus size clothing newsletter Loving My Curves. Contest ends June 10th. Subscribe today!
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Jessica London Extend Memorial Day Celebrations
2007-05-28 21:02:00
Jessica London is celebrating Memorial Day for a little while longer this year. Especially for Memorial Day, it is letting shoppers take 40% off their favorite item, though this offer is now being extended for a further 48 hours! So you have until Wednesday, May 30th to take advantage of this great offer, and celebrating Memorial Day in style.To take advantage of this offer, all you need to do it use coupon code JLW4375 when ordering. So why not give Jessica London a visit today? Win a $500 shopping spree from SizeAppeal! All you have to do to enter the lucky draw is to subscribe to our plus size clothing newsletter Loving My Curves. Contest ends June 10th. Subscribe today!
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50% Off Plus Size Swimwear
2007-05-26 18:38:00
This weekend only, now through Monday 28th May, Fashion Bug are taking 50% off their plus size swimwear and cover-ups range. No coupon code is required! Just browse around the swimwear section and see what you like.There are some great savings to be made. I have just briefly browsed around the selection myself and there are some very cute bikini tops and bottoms which start at only $13.49! This gorgeous Plumeria bandeau swimdress (pictured here) is now only priced at $34.99. You're getting the picture right?Visit Fashion Bug to find out more! Win a $500 shopping spree from Size Appeal! All you have to do to enter the lucky draw is to subscribe to our plus size clothing newsletter Loving My Curves. Contest ends June 10th. Subscribe today!
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50% Off Clearance Plus Size Clothing
2007-05-24 00:10:00
It's that time of the month again. Time for making some big savings, whilst getting great looking curvy fashion, the way only Torrid can provide.Torrid have taken an additional 50% off all clearance items. The sale is going on now through Monday, 28th May. The prices listed on the site reflect the savings already, so there is no need to get your calculators out ladies. Size s and quantities are obviously limited, so go shop Torrid's clearance section right away and get you hands on some of the best savings you can make.And don't miss Torrid's Memorial Day savings in their 'regular priced' departments as well! Savings on select styles include:Tube tops and camis at $9.99Tanks at $14.99Mini skirts and shorts at $24.99Crops at $29.99Flip flops at $5 offSo you do yourself a little favor... visit Torrid today. Win a $500 shopping spree from SizeAppeal! All you have to do to enter the lucky draw is to subscribe to our plus size clothing newsletter Loving My Curves. Contest ends June ...
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Free Shipping on New Arrivals at SizeAppeal
2007-05-23 23:45:00
If you're looking for something new and fresh, then head over to SizeAppeal as they have just updated their stock with fresh new arrival perfect for the season which is slowly but surely warming up.Vibrant colors dominate the new collections, and savings are in the air as well. When you spend $100 or more on all new arrivals, you will receive free ground shipping!Besides, remember the contest we are currently running. Subscribe to Loving My Curves today and you will be entered into the lucky draw up win a $500 shopping spree for SizeAppeal! Win a $500 shopping spree from SizeAppeal! All you have to do to enter the lucky draw is to subscribe to our plus size clothing newsletter Loving My Curves. Contest ends June 10th. Subscribe today!
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Kiyonna Closes... For a Day!
2007-05-23 23:38:00
Kiyonna will be closing their doors, which means extra savings for all curvy women. Before you start panicking (I sure did when I first heard the news), Kiyonna will only be closing for one day, not permanently! Phew!So today Wednesday, 23rd May Kiyonna will be closed and you can save $30 off any order of $150 or more by using coupon code CLOSED when checking out.Kiyonna are closing down for a day because they are currently busy moving into their brand new offices. So obviously no orders will be shipped today, but everything will be back up and running tomorrow, 24th May.So hurry and save $30 on your order by using coupon code CLOSED. This offer expires at midnight (PST) tomorrow Thursday, 24th May. Win a $500 shopping spree from SizeAppeal! All you have to do to enter the lucky draw is to subscribe to our plus size clothing newsletter Loving My Curves. Contest ends June 10th. Subscribe today!

Missphit Clothing Hits the Big Media... Again
2007-05-22 18:44:00
Missphit is going from strength to strength. The success of their Spring line is evident from the recent media exposure their received on two leading magazines.In fact, Missphit has received yet another appearance in the popular Latina magazine, this time in the June issue. A very fresh spring Missphit tunic was included in a piece which gives tips to ladies wanting to wear shorts, the right way.Thirteen Minutes Magazine, a bi-cultural Asian American magazine also featured a Missphit top in a piece included in a recent issue.Kudos to Missphit for the great plus size style they're providing full figured women. Well done on your continues success. Win a $500 shopping spree from SizeAppeal! All you have to do to enter the lucky draw is to subscribe to our plus size clothing newsletter Loving My Curves. Contest ends June 10th. Subscribe today!
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10 Hottest Spring/Summer Fashion Trends
2007-05-19 15:52:00
The resident women's fashion expert over at About.com, Cynthia Nellis, always posts interesting and very useful write ups. I find her writing very 'applicable' to th day to day life of women. What I mean to say is that the advice and tips she gives can easily be applied by women through their daily lives, so that better fashion choices are made. Although Cynthia's writing are not targeted specifically to plus size women, her tips can still be applied to the curvy fashion world.Recently Cynthia highlighted 10 wearable spring fashion trends, and I thought it would be very beneficial to touch upon them briefly here, so that plus size ladies reading this post can get some ideas and get to know what the hottest trends are this spring... and summer:1. Daytime dresses - Just shopping around will make you notice this hot trend, it's a dresses invasion. And I love it. It gives us a chance to be feminine, comfortable and fresh! Dresses range from printed wrap dresses, to floral ones with...
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FatGirl Speaks: Event in Oregon
2007-05-19 10:59:00
If you're a plus size woman interested in size positive activism, and will happen to be around the Portland, Oregon area in June, I suggest you keep on reading.A size-positive fat activist event called FatGirl Speaks will be held on June 9th. This events looks like it's very unique and it includes performances from strong full figured women. Performances will include poetry, singing and dance. Everyone is encouraged to attend, as FatGirl Speak highlights that this events celebrated you! Visit FatGirl Speaks for further information.I wish I was in the US, so many events going on! Win a $500 shopping spree from SizeAppeal! All you have to do to enter the lucky draw is to subscribe to our plus size clothing newsletter Loving My Curves. Contest ends June 10th. Subscribe today!
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New Torrid Collection
2007-05-18 00:02:00
Torrid have just added a new collection to their stock, which is warm and yet very summery and colorful. The colors olive and gold dominate their new collection, which they have aptly named: Olive 'N Gold :)Warm green and yellow tones, with sequin gold details describe some of the items in this new batch. Sheer fabrics, in short and sleeveless cuts, are definitely not missing. Quite a cute and colorful collection for the long sunny summer days. Have a closer look at Torrid's Olive 'N Gold collection today. Win a $500 shopping spree from SizeAppeal! All you have to do to enter the lucky draw is to subscribe to our plus size clothing newsletter Loving My Curves. Contest ends June 10th. Subscribe today!
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Jessica's 20% Off All Clearance
2007-05-17 23:54:00
For 48 hours only, Jess ica London is chopping 20% off all prices within the clearance section. Spring items have just been added to the clearance section, so this is your chance to get bigger bargains. All you need to do it use coupon code JLW3274 upon checkout to take advantage of this offer. Hurry, this offer is valid for only 48 hour, and expires 19th May, 2007. Win a $500 shopping spree from SizeAppeal! All you have to do to enter the lucky draw is to subscribe to our plus size clothing newsletter Loving My Curves. Contest ends June 10th. Subscribe today!
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Joy Nash Hits the Big Press
2007-05-17 23:41:00
The LA Times has featured last week featured plus size 'activist', model and actress Joy Nash in an article last week. You will surely recall Joy Nash from the very popular YouTube video she put out called the 'Fat Rant', which has created a great stir. Well looks like Joy managed to create a really big stir and even caught the attention of the LA Times! The paper has interviewed Joy in an article published last week, which you can read here.As always it is absolutely great to see strong plus size women be so successful, and get acknowledgment and exposure in the mainstream media and such a reputable publication.Hat tip to Corinna Markis for the news. Win a $500 shopping spree from SizeAppeal! All you have to do to enter the lucky draw is to subscribe to our plus size clothing newsletter Loving My Curves. Contest ends June 10th. Subscribe today!
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Win $500 Shopping Spree from SizeAppeal
2007-05-16 23:25:00
Since summer is on the way, we know this time of year means a lot of your will be shopping around (perhaps more than usual) to update your summer wardrobe and be ready to stroll in curvy style all throughout the hot and sunny days.So Pasazz.net has teamed up with the lovely team at SizeAppeal to bring you one great contest: a chance for you to win a $500 shopping spree from SizeAppeal!Entering yourself into the lucky draw is very very simple. All you have to do it subscribe to the monthly newsletter Loving My Curves, which of course is free of charge. Once you have opted in and subscribed, you will be in the lucky draw to win the fantastic $500 shopping spree from SizeAppeal.This is a great chance for you to upgrade your wardrobe just in time for summer... all for free! So what are you waiting for? Subscribe to Loving My Curves, and start shopping around at SizeAppeal today.Contest ends June 10th, so hurry! Win a $500 shopping spree from SizeAppeal! All you have to do to enter the...
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Plus Size Beach Chic
2007-05-16 22:49:00
IGIGI have this week added a few new items to their stock which will make you say meow!First off we have the brand new Satin Insert Dress in Leopard print, which comes along with a matching belt! This sexy little number will definitely help you get in touch with you inner sexy kitty. It's exotic leopard inserts make this dress a chic and sexy number to show off!IGIGI has also added several new and colorful tops, and one gorgeous skirt which will make your plus size beach chic outfit very simple to put together. Their new Tencel Raglan Tops will make you feel fun and flirty while the new and beautiful Crochet Lace Skirt (pictured) can go from the beach to a candle light dinner with just a few accessory changes.Make sure to check out these new items, as well as the other items IGIGI have in stock to ensure you all ready for the hot summer days.News flash...Shopping at IGIGI has now never been easier. They have just added a 'search by size' function to their online store, which basi...
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Are You a Fashion Expert?
2007-05-16 22:31:00
There's an interesting 'quiz' in the women's fashion section at About.com which asks... are you a fashion expert? As Cynthia puts it, a lot of people think their are fashion savvy because they can put an interesting outfit together, but do they really know the hardcore fashion history? Take the quiz, you'll be amazed at how little (or how much) you know! I was surprised by my (very little) score. Win a $500 shopping spree from SizeAppeal! All you have to do to enter the lucky draw is to subscribe to our plus size clothing newsletter Loving My Curves. Contest ends June 10th. Subscribe today!
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