Photo credit: handpickedmedia.co.uk

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 ~

I am absolutely in love with love! Like, seriously! I get so happy and teary-eyed when I get to witness true love. So what does that have to do with Fashion Flashback to the 1920s?

My friend, Rolanda, is getting married in a couple of months and her theme is 1920s Mafioso based. I'm so super duper excited to attend this sockdollager*! I am on auto-RSVP to arrive at the speakeasy (location undisclosed) in my cutest 1920s divaliciousity. (Yes, divaliciousity is a word...I just typed it twice.)

Of course, you always have to be fly when you attend a social function, especially a wedding. And especially when you're single...just saying, but that's another blog post. I need to find the perfect outfit from head to toe because, although it may be hard to believe, I'm still single. Yes, single, but I ain't no cancelled stamp*.

I actually had the opportunity to attend a 1920s throwback gathering last year and was able to pull this outfit together. Most of the stuff, including the mermaid-style dress and bob wig, I already had.

 

 For the upcoming event, I think I want to go with a shorter dress and a different hairstyle. I definitely can't wear what I wore the last time! Something about the diva dress code and statutes.

Here are the dress styles I'm considering. They're cute and available in plus sizes...and they don't cost too much mazuma*.

Which one do you like best?

Ombre Gold Fringe Dress $45.98

Fringe Flapper Dress $24.99

Vintage Tunic Shift Dress $59.99

The hair style to top either dress off to complete the look is the classy and retro finger wave style.

Forum Flapper Wig $10.97

And to kick it up just one more notch, I totally must have this head chain, especially for the low price.

Vintage Deco Head Chain22

Let me know what you think. Will I be a choice piece of calico* with these picks?

Thanks for stopping by!

Keep those sharp curves super classy! 

~ Erika ~

*Slang terms from the 1920s era used in this post:
- sockdollager: an event or action of great importance
- cancelled stamp: shy and lonely woman; wallflower
- mazuma: cash
- choice piece of calico: desirable woman

In just over a week, we will be celebrating Christmas. Is it just me or was it not just Independence Day? I'm really excited because this will be the first year that my son can actually tear into his gifts...and probably tear open the other kids' gifts too. I know Christmas is not all about gifts but that's a fun part of the celebration and festivities.

Okay, so on to the point of the post. I just wanted to share with you all some divalicious stocking stuffers and quick gifts. I am doing this to help you find the perfect little last minute gifts as well as let you all know what I would like to get in my pink stocking. Two birds, one stone...and four cute little gifts. And with the low prices, you could get them all and still have enough to go out for a modest sit-down dinner.

You can click on any of these to order from my Amazon store.

Mini Selfie Stick ($10.95)	Body Necklace ($8.99)
6-Piece Wooden Handle Makeup Brushes ($5.99)	Faux Pearl Bib Necklace (less than $5)

Let me know what you think and what stocking stuffers are on the top of your give and get list this year.

Until next time, keep those sharp curves super classy!

Smoochez!

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

It happened again.

All I wanted to do was check my email real quick. And there it was distracting me. I honestly don't recall if I even paid attention to my inbox at that time. I was captivated by the ad displaying a pair of golden knee-high boots and the Fashionable POW (Pick Of the Week).

The name of this shoe is totally what happened when I saw it. May I introduce you to my new friend, Mind Blowing Green Snake IMI by Luichiny. 

 

 

Even the bottoms are super cute! I honestly don't have much else to say about this particular POW. You can be friends with my new friend by clicking here: GET THE MIND BLOWING GREEN SNAKE IMI BY LUICHINY.

 

Keep those sharp curves super classy! Smoochez!

Erika

Sharp Curves is pleased to present "The Doing What Divas Do..." Collection!

This special collection of tees, tanks and tops is filled with the custom #trudiva logo. Each design features a quote that describes a quality of a diva.

I know Sharp Curves celebrates full figures but fashion is fashion. This gear is available from size small to 2XL.

Here are a few of the designs that you can get right now (click here to order now).

Don't worry; there are more to come very soon.

If you're a diva and you'd like a custom quoted shirt designed, just let me know. 

(Email: mysharpcurves@gmail.com)

Keep those sharp curves super classy! Smoochez!

Erika

 

I'm a big fan of accessories. Choosing the right blend of items to accent your outfit can make it nice or make it "wow"!

The design team at IGIGI never ceases to amaze me with their full-figured fashion that flatters. This time, the jewelry collection caught my eye.

My fashion sense is pretty defined and I either like an item or I just don't. It is very rare for me to just like an entire collection of items. But IGIGI is to be congratulated, because I could see myself rocking each and every single piece from their current selection of jewelry. I'm talking necklaces, earrings, bracelets, rings...and I even like the Diedre brooch.

Check out this slideshow of some of their pieces that I liked the most.



Go to the IGIGI website for more pieces and to purchase.

My birthday is coming a few weeks, so feel free to give me any of their collection as gifts. LOL! I'm just kidding...unless you're gonna do it!

Until next time, remember that you won't achieve until you first visualize it.

Fashionably Your's, 
Diva on Fashion

Photo credit: www.igigi.com

Happy Monday!!! No, really, I mean it. Even if you don't like Mondays or you're having a not so great start to the week, be happy for what you DO have!

Okay, enough pep talk...on to fashion. Diva's POD (pick of the day) is the "Laced Up in You" sleeveless dress from Fashion to Figure. One thing about FTF is that they know how to present styles that are becoming, chic and sexy for the more voluptuous silhouette.

From the front, this dress looks pretty normal, in a sexy kinda way. But from the side and back, this dress just graduated to blockbuster status!

I absolutely love this dress, with the back lacing being my favorite aspect.

How I'd wear a bra with this is beyond me though, other than just letting it show through (which I think is a fashion faux pas; they're called unmentionables so if you're not supposed to mention them, you sure shouldn't see them).

Anyway, have an outstanding week and remember to take one step towards your goal today and you'll be closer than you ever have been!

Fashionably Your's, 
Diva on Fashion

Royally Flared by divaonfashion featuring a stretch bracelet

Happy Friday Eve! One of my good friends said that to me on a Thursday once and I've been using it ever since.

So I'm coming to grips with the fact that e-mail marketing works. Even though I don't open each and every item of the ton of what I call "sale mail" I get every day in my inbox, I find some great style inspiration in them. And it seems like I find the best items at great deals when I'm really not supposed to be shopping...but that's another blog post.

Today, the item that caught my eye is the Stella dress from IGIGI (http://www.igigi.com). I love the color combination and sheer elegance of this floor length dress. And in the sunny state of Florida, this could be a year-round stunner for multiple events.

And this model looks absolutely amazing in every photo! Great marketing IGIGI!

Have a wonderful remainder of the week and remember that whatever you allow in your life will increase in your life, whether positive or negative.

Until next time, be fashionable!

Fashionably Your's,

E Diva on Fashion

I opened the e-mail message and I was stuck. Why? The "Bridgette" Cape-Back Maxi Dress by Monif C. was staring at me. 

I sat for a  moment and took in the beauty of an amazingly designed dress. The creative team at Monif C. really showed out with this design. The color, length and flare of this dress come together in pure elegance.

This dress in on sale at the time of this post at 30% of the regular $198.00, which would run you $138.60. They have other some very cute dresses and swimsuits available at a discount too.

Until next time, remember that just because someone is worse off than you doesn't mean that they are less valuable than you.

Fashionably Your's,

Erika aka Diva on Fashion

Peaches n Gold by divaonfashion featuring evening handbags

Alright, it's back to the shoes. I ran across this HOTT shoe when I was searching for another pair. These are the Red Kiss Nicole 133 Gold Metal Plate Accent London Print Peep Toe Platform Pumps. Yes, the name is that long on the product. But to see them is to love them and be forgiving for the drawn out, descriptive name.

It's amazing what you can find accidentally. The price tag on these babies is a steal at only $52.99. It's not available in my size anymore; otherwise I may have had to break my vow to not purchase any more shoes in the month of May. Only 10 more days to go!

This one-of-a-kind print definitely caught my eye and I just had to share!

Until next time, don't sweat over stuff you have no control over.

Fashionably your's,
Diva on Fashion

All shoe divas know and love the offerings of a favorite designer, Christian Louboutin. My pick of the day is by none other than this shoe-designing genius.

The Lady Peep Slingback Pumps by Christian Louboutin definitely caught my eye as I was browsing. The baby pink and canari color block choice is definitely a winner and the souris and craie color block is a close runner up. I mean, I'd rock either pair!

The retail price of these slingbacks will set you back by about $945. They are available now at Neiman Marcus.

BONUS POD!

The Sweet Charity Small Shoulderbag by Louboutin is also hot and you can no doubt rock this with the slingbacks! Too hot! Price tag is approximately $1,595, available via the Louboutin site now. Color blocks are souris and rose Paris.

Have a wonderfully fashionable week!

Fashionably your's,

Diva

Photos courtesy of BeyondTheRack.com

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

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 ~

Since I have met the Rachel Roy brand, I've been on edge anticipating all the designs and creativity that flows from this beautiful lady's label. Sometimes I poke my lip out a bit when the really super cute items aren't available in my full-figured size :-( but such are the trials of being curvaceously flattering.

Diva's Pick of the Day is from none other than the RRR - Rachel Rachel Roy - collection. I am an advocate of building women, youth, families and community so the anti-bullying tees are perfect! You can dress these tees up or down to match your style or mood. Who can put a price tag on all that? Rachel Roy can! But Rachel Roy can also mark them down. They're available for $29 on the site today.

Great job Rachel!

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

Once again, I happened upon an unbeatable deal looming around in my e-mail inbox. Thus, you are welcomed to another edition of Diva's Deal of the Day (DOD). The wonderful people at JewelMint are offering members 3 rings for only $29.99! Yes, you have to be a member. How does that slogan go again? Oh, that's right...membership has it's privileges.  If you sign up, remember to use the promo code RING3 at checkout.

My 3 picks are the Dark Moon ring, the Revolution rings, and the Gem Bouquet ring, all pictured below.

Mind you, I definitely have no problem choosing more than 3, so if anyone wants to get me a late Christmas gift, hit me up. LOL!

Go on over to the JewelMint site now...tell them I sent you!

Have a great day and have a Happy New Year!

Fashionably Your's
~ Diva ~