8 Must Have Fall Boots Under $75

My Favorite Pieces From Girl with Curves New Collection

I have followed the Girl with Curves Blog for many years now and was overly excited when she announced she would be creating a fashion line. After first seeing her few pieces here and there (that sold out before you could even read through a whole blog post lol) I new whatever she created would be beautiful and needed for our community. Several update emails later She is announcing it's release. Here are a few (although I love them all) that I truly adore. Shop these looks!

Bring in Fall with Style

How To Rock a Crop Top in a Snow Storm

The weather is suppose to get nasty as it is giving us a mixture of snow, rain, and sleet...No Bueno. But, this is typical Syracuse weather so I am not surprised. Trying to keep my spending at a low since I have Christmas coming up, I am finding creative ways to expand my fall/winter wardrobe. The last thing you would think in my area is to wear a crop top. Don't rush to pack them away so fast though. You can still wear certain crop tops if you layer them right. I am having fun with this as you can see!

How to Layer a Summer and Fall Top

It is very simple, just take two tops and put them on.....LOL. That statement is neither true nor false as not all tops compliment each other. The summer top I have under my sweater is sleeveless and being that layers are trending this fall I wanted to find a way to still wear it. Usually you would put a button up blouse under a sweater, but that is not the only way to layer your items. The first layer should either be longer than the top layer or have some sort of collar you want to show. The top layer should simply compliment the other shirt. Yes It Is That Simple!!!

A Little Oxblood and A Killer Side Bang

I felt some kind of way when I figured out my look today, kind of boho chic! I was nervous about these colors complimenting each other, but it works and I love it!!!!

New OOTD and New Camera Person

My life lately has been so crazy lately including the fact that I had to get a new camera person and this is definitely going to be a challenge until I get my new camera and tripod. That is why I have been lacking on my ootd post, but I am definitely coming back. Today was a simple day. I has been a little warm since this Saturday so I had to pull out my chinos. This is a very casual look, I love simple and cute. I have to laugh at the angle and clarity of some pictures...bare with me while we get this together ;)

 

 

The Struggle LOL

My Fall and Winter Boot Haul

Lace, Aztec Print and Snake Skin, Yea I Did It!! and Discount on Kiyonna Dresses

I spoke in a previous post about mix and matching prints and fabrics incorrectly and how to do it properly. Today is a good day to showcase how I did it. I wore eggshell colored pants to make the top pieces stand out more. My first layer is an Aztec printed tank. The second is a cropped sweater with lace cutouts. You would think these two pieces could never work but because of the colors I selected they mesh very well. I topped the look off with a snake skin flat. That adds a little detail below as my pants are pretty plan. This is a great example of how you can mix and match your pieces.

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Dark Mornings in The Fall/Winter...OOTD

I always know winter is just around the corner when it is still dark at 7am and getting dark at 4pm. This is not the life for me, but thankfully I don't live in Alaska where the have 30 days of darkness/sunshine. Being that is still dark when I usually take my OOTD pictures I have to take them in the house unless I have free time on the weekend, which doesn't happen often. In any case I still have to make it work and pose for the camera...click click click

How to Style 1 White Tee 3 Chic Ways

You should always keep staples in your closet that can be converted into multiple looks. That will not only expand you clothing options but it will also save you money. Below I will show you how to create three different looks with one white tee.

Sophisticated Chic

Pair your white tee with skinny leg jeans, cap toe pumps, a blazer and top it off with a killer clutch and simply necklace. Now your event ready without going all out. A lot of times less is more and in this case it works. So to create a look like this keeping staples items such as blazers, skinny leg pants and jewelry will take you very far.
















Casual Chic

Pair your white tee with destructed denim, a cool coat, fall booties, casual purse and necklace and you are ready to hit the town with your girls. Staples like denim and fall booties change an outfit in a matter of seconds. These items will keep you looking fabulous without all of the glitz and glam. You can still look hot while rocking casual wear.
















Sporty Chic

Style your white tee with a pair of sweats, moto jacket, wedge sneakers, scarf and killer bookbag to run your errands in style. Some days you just want to relax and be comfortable and keeping staples like scarves and cool bookbag will keep you looking fab without even trying. This is an effortless look and can be pulled off by anyone.
















These looks are very simple but make a big statement. Every girl should keep items in her closet that are easy to transform.

JustFab Restored My Faith in Wide Calf Boots

I have been wanting a pair of boots that went above my lower calf for the longest. There are so many styles of boots that many of us plus size women cannot wear because our calfs are too big. There are more shoe designers coming aboard the wide calf movement, however they are really expensive. I cannot afford to pay $120 for a pair of boots. Here comes in my savior JustFab!

I love JustFab for shoes and handbags and to my surprise I saw that they now carry wide calf boots on select styles. I had to get me a pair, so I ordered, but I got nervous because the measurements where not the same measurements of the largest part of my calf. They come in and THEY FIT!!!!! I couldn't be more happy to have my first pair of riding boots that come up to my knee. I will definitely be ordering more in the future specially for $39.95.

Cool Note: I learned one of my calfs is bigger than the other LOL

 

 

What Journey Are You Choosing??

So Size Fabulous serves a set purpose focusing on certain things. I often find myself looking at other people to compare what I'm doing to what they are doing, especially if they are more known in the industry. Then I snap out of it and I remember why I am doing what I am doing. I am reaching goals for myself. I have a set story I am trying to tell that includes none other than myself.

I say that to say this, comparing yourself to others will never get you anywhere. Focus on your own goals, your own story and you will be happy you did in the end. You are amazing and you are still writing your story, never let anyone steal your joy!!!

 

 

#effyourbeautystandards...ootd

So yesterday someone (who must be a genius....NOT) declared it Fat Shaming Week and we took it over by storm. I guess they had a lot of free time on their hands. Fat and Fabulous ladies and men on Twitter and Instagram took over the hashtag and re declared it a Love Your Body Week. What they wanted people to do was upload pictures of big people and shame and degrade them, but instead the hashtag was overflowing with people showing their love and empowering others to love their bodies.

Some people asked why feed into it but I had to explain that there are some people who are not confident enough to fit back and will only feel worse about themselves. We created a movement and no longer are we standing for ignorance simply because our body frame is not small. They had nothing to say about people who eat terribly but are small, it was all about people who's large (smart right...I know).

Well all I can say is there is no shaming over here and love yourself ladies. You are beautiful!!

 

Here Kitty Kitty

I have a ton of tops and skirts I have not worn yet because I bought them so late into the summer and probably may not get to wear them as it is already getting really chilly...grrrrr. Today I wanted to have a little fun and pull out a this tank and since it is too cold to just wear it I added a blazer. That is how I still get to wear a lot of summer tops in fall. It's cold but not too cold and a blazer will not only allow you to wear things longer but it creates a new look. I think I was supposed to be born and live in the southern states because I despise very cold weather and snow. Until I make a move I'll just have fun playing around with ways to extend my wardrobe through the seasons.

 

 

 

Outfit Deets: Blazer: Rainbow / Tank: CW Price / Skirt: Target / Shoes: Target

Seek out Resources...OOTD

I did an expo recently and speaking with women and teens I've come to the conclusion that not many women and teens in Syracuse seek out the resources they need to achieve their goals in regards to battling weight issues, body image, and help with their wardrobe. Then I was thinking again that there isn't many companies reaching out to the community to inform them of their services. When I started Size Fabulous and began to research for my business plan, I realized I was the only one in Syracuse doing what I do. It's unfortunate but that is why I feel my presence in Syracuse can cause a revolution. There is only great things to come from Size Fabulous in Syracuse and beyond.



 

 

Gearing Up for Fall

The weather has been consistently in the 70s lately and it feels great. I like this time of the year when I can wear long sleeves but don't have to wear a coat all day. The mornings are still usually cooler but by noon it is nice and warm with a little breeze. I have been looking for the right day I can start to wear my leather skirt and today was perfect. Fall will be fun with all of the new trends. Something I never really cared for when I was younger.

 

 

 

Outfit Deets: Sweater: Forever21 / Skirt: Ashley Stewart / Booties: Walmart