What's Black, Blue, and Confident All Over?

Earlier today I saw the most amazing little word photo and it just made my day. For someone who is plus-size and always concerned about how I look...or probably more often what's wrong with how I look...this was such a great reminder.

So insecurities be damned, I'm going to rock it.

This was today's outfit. A little casual, a little professional, and a LOT comfortable.

The chiffon blue top was a Kohl's find a few months back. It's from the Jennifer Lopez collection and is super flowy and very forgiving.  I really love this piece because it has just a hint of detailing with the gold chain on the shoulder.







 However, this top is very flowy, which on my frame can make me appear bigger than I actually am, so I added a black stretch belt for some shape. Because I'm a little self conscious about my arms, (this pic of me with bare arms is a BIG DEAL people - CONFIDENCE!!), and I wanted to be work appropriate, I added this great black blazer to the look. I topped the whole thing over a pair of black skinnies from Old Navy. The Rock Star collection rocks my socks y'all. Finishing touches of my favorite Anne Klein wedges and a strand of pearls and voila! A comfy, casual, yet still appropriate work look.

It's beautiful in Seattle today so I was excited to take these photos on my balcony. Look at that tree in bloom! Also, my friend Aimee is always sending me incredible photos from our city and today is no exception. Check out the beauty of this warm spring day in Seattle. I mean honestly...

If you love the look, you can find similar pieces here: 
Jennifer Lopez top / black wide stretch belt from Target / blazer from Target / Old Navy The Rockstar Skinny Jeans / Anne Klein wedges / pearls from Wal-Mart (although honestly I would just go to a store and check out what's on clearance. I'm pretty sure this strand was a clearance find)


Remember - your best outfit is confidence, so rock it!

Cheers,
Sabrina

Swoon

Shut up shut up shut up shut up!

I visited my Instagram today (@petitepluschic) to check up on some of my fave plus size fashion bloggers, when......BAM! Lightening strike!

Georgina over at Fullerfigurefullerbust posted some lovely new finds from pinupgirlclothing.com. Girl looked good! She mentioned she was wearing my size so I thought I would hop over to check it out and DAMN! I am swooning over here.

Look at this dress! WHAT!?!? Excuse me while I gush a minute. First of all, this website allows you to choose your body type when browsing. I'm an apple, so I was thrilled to see these pop up. Next, the swing of the skirt gives me the feeling of femininity and the right amount of coverage of those trouble spots. I also love the cinched waste with the belt, the 3/4 sleeves....EVERYTHING people. This is such a perfect spring-time look and I can't wait to get my hands on one of these things. I could see pairing with a classic pearl necklace, some peep-toe pumps, and curls. Oh how I want to be a Stepford Wife.

This gem comes in 4 prints and sizes XL to 4X. If you prefer, there is also a short sleeve look-alike in several more prints.

I think I'll add this to my wishlist, darn some socks, and plan my next PTO fundraiser. June Cleaver, eat your heart out.

Cheers,
Sabrina

Willkommen!

Ahhh fashion - that elusive bitch. The blogger - always so put together. Plus sized fun - yeah but I'm so short!

I'm always looking for ways to mix up my wardrobe, but often struggle with innovative ideas. Sometimes it's because I've had the clothes for too long and can't get away from the way I've seen it work. Sometimes it's because I've had the clothes for too long and they are not looking their brightest anymore. Sometimes it's because I'm short. Sometimes it's because I'm plus-size. But all the time, it's a source of frustration.

So this brings me here to today. After hours of combing through fashion blogs, I'm taking the leap into one of my very own. A chronicle of my trials and tribulations as a petite plus-sized woman living and working in a business world.

Let's be clear, I'm really no fashionista. In fact, I'd say my style is pretty conservative, classic, straightforward, and more often than not business focused. My goal with this blog is to record my trials and tribulations as I invest in my wardrobe, remix what I've got, get brave, and get proud of who I am and what I look like TODAY. Not when that next diet works. Not in 6 months. NOW. Who the hell knows, I may even include some inspirational posts about finding, loving, and accepting yourself. Because if you don't love yourself now, you won't love yourself later.

I'd also say I'm pretty frugal when it comes to spending money on clothes. I get nervous about spending $100 on a blouse. Because WHY!?!?! I don't know what the future brings and I'm really trying to invest more, so we'll see where we end up. My hope is to be thoughtful about costs, but find good solid pieces that are diverse and quality. Sounds like there's an adventure ahead, so let's do this!

Cheers,
Sabrina