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Wow, I can't believe it's #NYFW already! That's New York Fashion Week for those looking with a blank stare. Ha! Two of the biggest stories are about France banning ultra thin models and Kanye West's "Yeezy" fashion unveiling. As far as the 'thin model ban', I think it's amazing that the fashion industry is becoming more adept to real life...even though we have a long way to go, especially for curvier figures. And Yeezy...people can say what they want but Mr. West is doing his thing. The nay sayers are forgetting that fashion is flexible and just because they don't care for it, that's their opinion.

Okay, back to life in the here and now...

Today is casual Friday so I'm wearing my jeans and work polo, which isn't spectacular in the least.

But yesterday, I finally rocked a simple yet stunning look that some of my favorite bloggers have done. It's the dress with booties look. Basically, you take a cute dress that is knee-length or shorter, add some tights or leggings and finish the look with some hot booties. I'm not referring to backside booties (got enough of that though), but to the ankle-height boots that come in a variety of colors and styles.

I styled mine by starting with an old maroon  sheath dress with faux leather side strips. I added some basic black leggings and some cute black booties that were a gift from my best friend. To spice it up and keep a little warmer, I added my faux leather with sheer stripes jacket. The best part of this is that I had all of this in my closet! Go team ME! 

And here are some of my favorite bloggers rocking this trendy trio of dress + tights + booties. The photos are courtesy of the ladies' blog sites.

 From left to right, these beauties are:

Assa (mycurvesandcurls.com)

Alissa (stylishcurves.net)

Peggy (ontheqtrain.com)

Chastity (garnerstyle.com)

Inez (stylechic360.com)

 

"Diva Doing" items: Dress (old from Ross) + Leggings (old) + Booties (gifted from BFF) + Jacket (old from Ashley Stewart)

And before I got I have to give a shout out to my photographer extraordinaire, Ms. Shawnee!

Thanks for stopping by!

Keep those sharp curves super classy! 

~ Erika ~

Dusters aren't new but they are trending right now. I am currently trying to get my funds right so I can go and get a handful of them. And the Ashley Stewart models make them look so amazing on their sharp curves. Just saying...

These super cute, super long tops are chic and versatile. I love being able to have a piece that will stand out in a crowd no matter where you are. These definitely meet the requirement. 

I was going to try put them in order of the one I liked most but I was about to get a headache because I like all of them so much! So I'm going to hush and let the pictures do the talking.

Click the images to get your duster via my Amazon store (Satisfy Your Sharp Curves) or go directly to the Ashley Stewart website.

Which ones are your favorites?

Photo credit: AshleyStewart.com

Keep those sharp curves super classy! Smoochez!

Erika

Happy September! Yes, I've taken an extended leave of absence but I'm back now. Yaaay for me being back! The biggest reason I was MIA is that I'm in the process of being with child...yes, the Diva is glowing. Between being sick and making preparations for Baby J's arrival, I haven't had much time for much else. Being pregnant and plus-size is a fashion nightmare...from not being able to wear my super high heels (I miss my babies) to finding cute items that fit comfortably, it's a challenge but I'll share more about that in another post.

Ashley Stewart Look Book "Office Star "

Today, I just wanted to share the Diva POW (pick of the week). It's an ensemble from Ashley Stewart, my
favorite store for full figures. They call this look "Office Star" and I would definitely rock this in or out of the office. Cost for this entire sassy, sultry look is only $90.50. And to top it off, it's Diva Dollars time. Diva Dollars is the time when you get great credits for shopping.

Individual pieces are:
Jacquard Corset Top $34.50
Crepe Skinny Ankle Pants $39.50
Chain Link Stretch Belt $16.50

Until next time, count every breath as a blessing. Stay fashionable.

Fashionably Your's,
Diva on Fashion

A trend that is hot this season is the use of geometric shapes in clothes for full-figured women. I bought this dress from Dots (www.dots.com) when they had a clearance one day last season. Even though it was a little more risque than anything in my wardrobe, it was definitely and eye-catcher for me.

Check out these items that incorporate geo shapes and lines, along with bold colors. Loving this trend!



Until next time, be fashionable!

Fashionably Your's,
Diva

Shades of green are often overlooked when it comes to "diva colors". We focus on pinks, reds, purples and the every stylist black & white combo. When I wore my lime green blouse from Cato to work, everyone was so enamored. I thought the top was cute and it was on sale so I got it. I wasn't so stuck on the color.

Just like any other solid shade, greens can be worn with any coordinating prints, or with another solid color. Personally, I think that shades of green tend to look very nice with white, hence the white belt.

I decided to see what items in shades of green were hot for Spring 2013. My results were no less than expected.

I found timeless pieces like the blouse from Oscar de la Renta and Lane Bryant's Taffetta Trench Coat in innovative shades, as well as bold makeup looks on bliss.com and The Project Awesome blog (theprojectawesome.blogspot.com).

We can safely say that there is no shortage of items in shades of lime, kelly and mint that you can wear that will make other green with envy.

What are you waiting for? It's time to "go green"!

Until next time, always put your most fashionable foot forward!

~ Diva on Fashion ~

It's no secret that one of my favorite places to shop is Ashley Stewart. My Pick of the Day is their Color Block Ribbed Dress. It comes in white and black or citron lime and black.

One of the reasons that I love Ashley (yes, first name basis) is because she brings some fly pieces that love on my curves just right! Another reason is that I can afford to splurge. This dress is only $49.50! And when Diva Dollar time rolls around, I sing "Oh Happy Day"!

Until next time, smile and remind yourself how wonderful you are!

Have a fashionable week! ~ Diva