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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:
Chastity (garnerstyle.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 ~
Le Diva Ballerina - Photo: Shawn T
After much fuss and not so much planning, it was about 24 hours before the Halloween party that I was set to attend. I hadn't ordered a costume like I was supposed to and it was way too late now.

So I took to our favorite last-minute, do-it-yourself app...Pinterest to the rescue!!! But I still wasn't gonna be able to pull anything off that complemented my curves correctly.

My friends stepped in just before I was going to back out and helped me pull together what I like to call Le Diva Ballerina.

I'm glad that I was able to wear something cute, cost-effective and comfortable. And I had an awesome time at the party.

Guess I need to start planning now for Halloween 2016...ooh, that rhymes! Maybe Wonder Woman can make an appearance next year.




Rolanda and I with the infamous, DJ Tony
Selecting the winning raffle ticket.
With my good friend, Rolanda, after much fun and dancing


Special recognition: Rolanda, Shawn and DJ Tony


Keep those sharp curves super classy! Smoochez!
 
Erika

It's almost time to put those super class sharp curves into a super costume! I missed dressing up for Halloween last year since I was busy breast-feeding. So glad that's overwith!!!

A couple of years ago, I came up with my super low-budget creation that stood out as an original, Super Diva! Yeah, I was cute! And I have to give a shout out to one of my idols, Wonder Woman 'cause Super Diva wasn't chasing any bad guys in her boots!

So...the big question is what should my costume be for Halloween 2015? I love how that rhymes. I know it's only 11 days away but I work well under pressure.

Being full-figured always presents a challenging goal - one that is attainable though. I started searching online to see my options. And I always, always read the reviews when purchasing online. The goal I had in mind was to find the outfits that had great comments and weren't too expensive.

My top pick, based on the price and rave reviews is the Secret Wishes DC Comics Batgirl Plus Size Adult Costume. I love the way they created the outfit with sharp curves in mind by allowing it to be sassy but not overly raunchy. I should get this just for the boot toppers alone!
What costume are you wearing for Halloween???


http://bit.ly/sysc-costumesunder30




Happy Halloween!!!
Keep those sharp curves super classy!

Erika

I haven't done a Halloween costume in years. But this year, when I heard about PlayDate Orlando's Halloween Event, I knew I wanted to go.

First of all, let me explain PlayDate. In a nutshell, it's a fun and games night for adults. It's complete with DJ, dance floor, board games and crowd participation. If you've never been, check the FaceBook page. It's not just Orlando so check to see if it's in your city. And just FYI, the pics don't do the event justice. It's way more fun than it looks!

Next...I had to decide what to be. I knew I wanted to be cute and divalicious. Some ideas were urban cowgirl, sexy witch and female pimp. Since I was on a strict budget, I wanted to mold my costume around stuff I already had. I finally came up with Super Diva! As my niece asked me, "Who is this Super Diva? I don't know her." (LOL break)

Super Diva is my own personal, original superhero I came up with. As you can see, I rocked the costume! I only spent around $20 and I was the only one wearing my costume (unlike the duplicated Playboy bunnies and Miley Cyrus impersonators).

The components are...
- Cape: purchased from Walmart for $9.97 - has a hood but I just turned it in and that worked fine
- Letters on back of cape: purchased from Hobby Lobby for about $3
- Tiara and Bangles: made from foam sheets, gold tissue paper and jewels all from Dollar Tree (cut foam to shape, then covered foam with tissue paper, secured w/ hot glue gun; used double-sided tape to affix tiara to a headband and bangles to bracelets for a more sturdy base)
- Halter top: Diva's closet
- Short shorts: Diva's dresser (other option was a short skirt)
- Boots: Diva's closet (gold embellishment on boots was more of the gold tissue paper)
- Earrings: Diva's jewelry organizer
- Belt: Diva's dresser
- Items to make 'utility belt': Diva's lip gloss & pouch from Dollar Tree covered in gold tissue paper



I enjoyed being creative as well as wearing this ensemble. I even wore the cape, tiara and bangles to work on Halloween...my co-workers got a kick outta that! 

Now, what costume to wear next year...

Until next time, HAPPY HALLOWEEN! And be fashionable, even in costume!

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
Scenario 1: Oh no! I woke up late! How can I still pull off a super stellar diva look without tacking on too much extra time?
Scenario 2: I bought these hott shoes but I don't have an outfit to wear them with yet. But I need to rock these today because 'he' will be there!
Scenario 3: Today is a beautiful day and I'm feeling divalicious! How can I convey my 'liciousness' through my wardrobe?

There is one solution for all three of these scenarios. It can be summed up in one simple word: ACCESSORIZE! 

It's often said that 'the shoes make the outfit'. This is totally true. But to make the outfit even more fabulous, one should choose accessories that compliment the look. For super diva swag, select earrings, necklaces, bracelets, rings, hair jewelry, belts and body jewels.

One of my favorite 'quick diva' looks is to take a basic black dress or suit, add some cute shoes and match my accessories to my shoes. I look good in just the suit but bringing the right shoes, earrings and ring into play take it over top. And that's what divas do! This trick also works with any other solid color.

Have a fab Friday and enjoy the weekend!

Until next time, accessorize like your diva-osity depends on it! 

Fashionably your's,
~  Diva ~


Photography by Shawn Thomas