Plus Size Fashion | Torrid
Thursday, June 24th, 2010
Many of us are making plans to go on vacation, and what better way to start packing for your trip than by buying some seductive and gorgeous new clothing? Flirtatious outfits, like this Navy Floral-Print Tube Top, are fantastic for casual walks down the beach or living it up at the clubs.
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Wednesday, June 23rd, 2010
Wearing tank tops to survive the intense summer heat can be a lifesaver, but I don’t want a boring one-colored top. This Purple Aqua Ikat Zipper Tank offers an elaborate color scheme along with a dash of metallic sheen.
If you’re not familiar with Ikat, all it means is that the fibers used …
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Monday, June 21st, 2010
Looking edgy and hard-core works great for clubbing, but occasionally we all want something a little softer. This Floral Toile Smocked Babydoll Top, for instance, has cutesy charm with a dash of sassy flare.
Dainty details make this outfit fun and inviting. Tied bow straps look adorable, but are a tad flirtatious. A smocked …
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Wednesday, March 31st, 2010
Certain textiles feel fabulous against your skin, especially satin. Smoothness combined with a subtle sheen works wonderfully for accentuating your curves. This Black Grey and Yellow Brushstroke Satin Top would be a decadent addition to your wardrobe this spring.
Unique coloration adds bold flavor to this garment. While the black and grey strokes have …
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Wednesday, March 17th, 2010
With springtime and summer on the way, there will be a plethora of gorgeous dresses to look at, many of them sleeveless. I for one have always been a little self-conscious about my upper arms, but I don’t want to miss out on wearing sun dresses and jumpers. A compromising solution would be …
Posted in Coats, Blazers And Jackets, Grey, L. Rigdon, Torrid | 3 Comments »
Saturday, February 13th, 2010
Even among all the variety, I feel as though it is becoming more and more difficult to find well made sweaters that offer something new while still giving you the time honored comfort that the silhouette is supposed to provide. But just for you, I’ve used my great detective skills to …
Posted in Black, Grey, Jasmine Carson, Sweaters And Cardigans, Torrid, White | 3 Comments »
Wednesday, February 10th, 2010
Dressing up can be a ton of fun when it’s time to go out with the girls for a night on the town. But all too often I find myself playing it a little to safe with my choices of attire. If you’re like me and thinking about spicing things up a bit, …
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Saturday, December 19th, 2009
It’s no secret that I thoroughly enjoy getting dressed in costume getups when I’m headed out for a night on the town. However, not everyone is as comfortable with putting on a pigtailed wig and a pair of stripped socks and walking out of the house as Pippy Longstocking. If you want to …
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Friday, December 11th, 2009
It’s no secret that accessorizing can be the key that takes a regular outfit to stellar heights. However, I often find that taking the time to pick out the perfect pieces of jewelry for my outfits can be almost as daunting as finding the right outfit in the first place.
If you’re looking to …
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Monday, December 7th, 2009
When I look at my wardrobe I notice that I have a real affinity for two things: all things black and lush, sensual colors. My blues are deep midnight blues, my pink are burnt hot pinks, and my purples and reds are of the variety that inspire healthy appetites. So when I set …
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Sunday, October 11th, 2009
Dolman-sleeve sweaters are extremely attractive on a variety of plus-sized shapes. They show off beautiful cleavage without exposing much of the collarbone area, cover the arms loosely and gracefully through exquisite draping, and create powerful curves when designed with an extended wide hem like this Cranberry version found at Torrid. Though a cotton …
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Sunday, September 27th, 2009
Little Black Dresses. Why are they so powerful? Why do I feel the need to introduce you to another one? Not just because they’re classics, but because little black dresses make powerful statements. For me, each and every one that hangs in my closet tells a story about a specific era …
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Saturday, September 19th, 2009
I will admit that I’m not always up on the latest fashion trends the minute they happen. But that being said, when I walk out of the house in an outfit, I don’t just want to look good. I want to look great. But I also strive to make sure I wear standout …
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Tuesday, August 25th, 2009
Finding the right skirt for your body type can be tricky business. Short skirts don’t work well on tall frames and a long flowing skirt can drown out women of a shorter variety. One type of skirt that works well on a multitude of frames is the pencil skirt. If your ultra tall …
Posted in Black, Jasmine Carson, Skirts, Teens Apparel, Torrid | 1 Comment »
Thursday, August 13th, 2009
One trend that I saw emerge on the fall fashion runways recently was print bottoms. This trend intrigued me because I thought there would be no possible way to make print bottoms work for plus sized women. When I saw these purple and black buffalo check leggings on Torrid a light bulb went …
Posted in Hillary Marshall, Leggings, Plaid, Torrid | 1 Comment »
Wednesday, August 12th, 2009
I am a huge fan of boho style dresses, so when I saw this new red, beige and black patchwork dress on Torrid it was a natural pick for me. This dress has a number of style features that are both stylish and complimentary of the plus sized woman’s figure. Plus, it is …
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Wednesday, July 15th, 2009
Believe or not leggings are back in style now along with a number of other eighties fashions. I personally like wearing leggings because they are so comfortable. I mean what could be better, they are soft, stretchy and don’t have a ton of unnecessary fabric. I love these Torrid black Capri leggings because …
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Thursday, July 2nd, 2009
Tube dresses are fresh off the fashion runways right now, but finding one for full figured women can be a challenge. This navy jersey knit tube maxi dress is well-suited for the full figured woman. It is simple in design, but comes in an elegant and trendy navy. Plus, despite its simple design …
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Tuesday, June 23rd, 2009
Just because you are plus sized doesn’t mean you can’t look sexy and fashionable in your swimsuit this summer. Many designers make plus sized swimsuits that are just as fashionable and complimentary as their average sized counterparts. This black and cherry print ruffled one piece swimsuit from Torrid is an excellent example of …
Posted in Print, Swimwears, Torrid | 1 Comment »
Monday, June 15th, 2009
Looking for a new signature piece of jewelry to accessorize your summer wardrobe? This silver shell heart and bird eclectic link necklace from Torrid is a versatile piece that you can use to accessorize most summer garments. It has a nice length at 36 inches long and at its widest point it measures …
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Tuesday, June 9th, 2009
Just because you are plus sized doesn’t mean you can’t wear the latest fashion trends. This jade pocket bubble dress from Torrid is a classic example of plus sized mainstream fashion. With its beautiful color and flattering style features this dress is a great addition to any plus sized wardrobe.
This dress …
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Tuesday, June 9th, 2009
Sometimes in the summer months I prefer wearing a skirt to shorts because skirts are more breathable and lightweight. Torrid has a nice blue and purple paisley tiered skirt that is feminine and summery. The key to finding a great summer skirt is finding one that has a bright pattern, a lightweight material …
Posted in Blue, Hillary Marshall, Purple, Skirts, Teens Apparel, Torrid | 2 Comments »
Saturday, June 6th, 2009
Fun, flirty and sexy lingerie for plus sized women does exist, and this Betsey Johnson babydoll nighty is proof of that. This adorable piece of plus sized lingerie is available exclusively through Torrid and online only. Not only is this nighty fun, flirty and sexy, but also it is flattering to the plus …
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Wednesday, June 3rd, 2009
There are so many things about this retro ruffled dress from Torrid that makes it a plus sized pick. First of all, it is super trendy and stylish. Belted/tie waist button down dresses are making a comeback this year. This dress also has a classic retro black, white and red checkered pattern. Patterns …
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Tuesday, May 26th, 2009
Looking for a fun, funky and stylish summer top? This brown, fuchsia and orange smocked medallion print top from Torrid is all of those things. It look great on most plus sized women because of its stylish empire waist that conceals between the midsection and hip. Plus, it has a fun and flirty …
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Monday, May 18th, 2009
If you like the look of gaucho pants, but would like them in fabrics other than knit you are in luck, Torrid is selling a great pair of denim gauchos for plus sized women. These Source of Wisdom brand faded wash denim gaucho pants are suited for wear …
Posted in Denim Blue, Teens Apparel, Torrid, Trouser, Pants And Jeans | 1 Comment »
Sunday, May 17th, 2009
Finding a dress that is comfortable yet dressy enough to wear to more formal occasions can be difficult. However, this adorable sunset dyed satin henna print black dress from Torrid meets that criteria. The printed satin skirt is beautiful, but it is also light weight …
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