Throwback Theatre: Jheri Curls

Good Morning Folks!


It's Monday and since Monday's are the "drag" day for many I figured I'd bring some laughter into your life if only for a moment. This weekend as I packed my closet (painful process), my favorite movie "Coming to America" came on!! This movie got me through some boring boarding school weekends and helped me get an A when it was time for freshman drama "recreation skits". The thought of doing this post cracks me up, but hey we all need to laugh sometimes, enjoy!!!

Today's installment of Throwback Theatre is a Classic... Jheri Curls!!!

Ola Ray most famous for being MJ's girl in"Thriller" rocked a neat j-curl...

Named for Jheri Redding, a hair stylist from Chicago the Jheri Curl cam on the scene in the 70's and didn't make an exit until the early 90's, making a wet, slick impact on hair culture all over. The glossy (oily!), long curl look was very popular with athletes and celebrities for it's "wash n' wear" factor (why they didn't just keep a fade, I don't know!).


Like a perm the jheri curl was a process, the softener to loosen the hair, and the curling rods and solution to permanently curl the hair. It was an expensive style that often left hair dry and brittle from the harsh chemicals- the transition process often took longer than usual because of so much hair breakage eventually leading to it's decreased popularity.

Whether we wore one or not, perhaps what we all remember and laugh about the most is the Yellow & Red Activator bottle !! My cousin was terrible at remembering to wear a jheri curl cap at night and would douse her poor jheri-curled head with activator in the morning (stores even carried the travel size version, yes it was THAT serious).

Notorious for the "slickback " it usually left on clothes, walls, and furniture the jheri curl eventually went to the "style tomb" (hopefully to never make a resurgence again!).

Let's keep it real, did you have a jheri curl back in the day?

I know you remember this:

a funny skit on the origination of the Jheri Curl.... I miss in Living Color!!




~Luvin' My Curves

Get a sneak peek at the new DailyVenusDiva.com!!!

Venus Diva Magazine is re-launching! the new site will be DailyVenusDiva.com but no worries, the message is still the same. I've always been an avid reader of Venus Diva because it's not just fashion but interesting lifestyle articles. Log on for your sneak peek today!!


DailyVenusDiva.com Fashions New Online Magazine for Plus Size Women

Redesigned Plus Size Magazine for Women With Curves Hits the Virtual Stands on September 1st

On September 1st, women visiting www.DailyVenusDiva.com will be greeted to an online Magazine where women of all ages can thrive in their curves. Formerly VenusDivaMag.com, the all-new DailyVenusDiva.com has been redesigned from the ground-up to offer plus size readers craving plus size fashion, style, beauty and lifestyle topics, the opportunity to engage and connect with daily content dedicated exclusively to women with curves.

Stephanie Penn-Danforth, Editor of the All-New DailyVenusDiva.com shares, "As Editor, I want DailyVenusDiva.com to be a dependable and valuable resource that gives women a first-row look at trends and lifestyle tips that are relevant to everyday life." She continues, "Content on Daily Venus Diva is fresh, witty, fun, flirty and full of Curves and we cover topics that are insightful making readers think as well as laugh. There is no limit to what we cover because our readers interests are limitless."

DailyVenusDiva.com, Thrive in Your Curves… Log on today for your sneak peak before September 1st!

About Venus Divas

Since 1998, Venus Divas (originally VenusImaging.com) has been the online destination for inspiring, celebrating and connecting curvy women and teens with size friendly resources and companies. With the help of leading full-figure industry experts, Venus Divas offer the plus size community the latest news and information as well as expert advice on fashions to fit their curves, plus size clothing, beauty, plus size modeling, healthy lifestyles and much more.

About the Publisher

Since 1998 V.I.E., LLC has been designing and building virtual magazines and websites. The words and images presented in the collection are intended to inform, educate, inspire, connect and celebrate the readers belonging to each niche. View the entire collection at www.viethrive.com.

....psst I'm also excited to be a contributing editor!!!

~Luvin' My Curves

Hearts Desire Jewelry on Sale!

Good Morning!!!

Always thinking of the budget, but still wanting to shop like a madwoman is a hard balancing act. Sometimes I do it well, and other times not so much- but when AnnMarie of Hearts Desire Jewelry announced an End of Season Clearance Sale I knew I hit the jackpot!!!

She was gracious enough to give readers of Luvin' My Curves 50% off if the code "LUVIN50" is used, so USE it (it' expires September 1st) and enjoy!

My top picks...

The Australian Yellow Opal & Lapis Gold Necklace , which I had the chance to wear at Full Figured Fashion Week.


South Sea Shell Pearls---- my name translates to either flower and/or black pearl ... (at least that's what my daddy says)so these are fitting...

pssst... my birthday is coming soon, I'm celebrating all month so these would be great gift ideas!

Take a look, any pieces stand out to you?

P.S: I just accepted a job which I am really excited about- this won't stop Luvin' My Curves but may take me out the loop for a couple of days. Please bear with me as I get it all together... :)


~Luvin' My Curves

Seasons Change: Transitioning from Summer to Fall

Good Morning!!

Not only is today Mommy's birthday but I just got some great news this morning which is causing me to run around like an excited chicken-I'm so glad that Ms.Felicia "DaLipstickBandit" was able to provide another guest post and grace us with her wisdom & oh-s0-fabness. Alot of us are already thinking about fall fashion & makeup trends so this post is perfect as we get ready for the transition... Enjoy!

Allo Lovelies!

It's FeliciaDaLipstickBandit once again. . Johara has allowed me to guest-blog once again...yay!

SO, here's the scoop! Most people begin to get all excited about what they're wearing in the Fall during this time...not me. I start to get all goth-like, wanting to wear Fall make-up now. I mean, by August, aren't we all a bit sick of bronzer? Maybe its just me...I am a Winter baby after all. Anywho...this post is all about... Fall make-up trends mixed with how to transition yourself from Summer to Fall. Let me dish on the essentials: SkinEyesLips!

Skin:

First, let's admit the not so pretty truth. You're paying for those days in the sun. I mean, you couldn't help yourself but there's a little issue: peeling. Your skin is betraying its true tone.

Don't fret. It's called EXFOLIATING. A gentle sugar scrub (I have my own line coming soon) or a drug store brand (if you must) once a week will help slough off those dead skin cells and will speed up the peeling process.

A nice one-two punch is the EXFOLIATING plus MOISTURIZING. A nice non-clogging moisturizer will soothe the skin and will also help with the transition from warm weather to the cold; which lets face it...is rough on everyone!

As far as foundation goes...the trend is matte or even skintone with a bit of blush so you don't look entirely dead. The look is minimal shine with just enough so that you look healthy.

(If you want to hold on to that bronzer, I say go for it..only in theT-zone..shhh! Our litte secret!)

Perfect examples are Dita von Teese and Kim Kardashian.




Eyes

A big big color of the season is PURPLE. Purple in any hue is very trendy. Other trends include glitter shadows, any type of shimmer, metallics are big and so are: grays, pinks and blues. Go figure!

Other than that, this season reverts back to old faithful: smokey eyes. One thing is for sure...Fall will be nothing short of dramatic...and I love it!

- An easy way to transition from Summer to Fall in this regard is to hold on to those bronze-y shades you wore all summer long. My suggestion would be to add a little smoke on the edges or why not try a beautiful lavendar with a hint of gray.

Lips

Think 2 sides of the spectrum for lips. Either it is nude or its bold.

An easy way to get the nude lip is to use your concealer or foundation powder as your lip color and pat on clear gloss for a subtle shine. Honestly, its a tough look to pull off. I would say..opt for a gloss close to your skin tone with a hint of shimmer in it. Trust me! :)

The big trend is lips that range from the classic red to fuschia. Think plums, deep burgundy, purples, and even black (if you're bold). The runway make-up looks were matte but I think to make this look a bit more wearable for the average dame, you need a bit of shine.

The last pic (on the bottom right is Kim K. done by Troy Jensen inspired by the Fall Runway..go figure!)

Always Always Always remember the Golden Make-Up Rule: Only emphasize one feature at a time. Dramatic eyes require a nude lip. Dramatic lips require a toned-down eye. A perfect pairing would be purple lips with a cat eye. (I mean, unless you're a drag queen which I happen to be..it works man, what can I say?)

That's my time. I want to thank LMC for letting me rant in her space.

Stay lovely. Stay fab. To thine own self, be true!

Felicia

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www.dalipstickbandit.com

If you're going to be a fat fashion blogger then you actually need to be fashionable.....

I've gotten a couple of emails like this before but I think this one just did it for me - it could have offended me, but instead just challenged me, read on:

LMC, I love your blog but I want to know why you don't show edgier pieces- your style is like the typical fat girl, it's not haute couture, it's not edgy or high end. I see others trying lines that don't traditionally carry plus sizes and they make it work for them so I look to you and see you don't do the same thing- why is that? You're plain compared to others, and I struggle with reading your blog and still liking you when I see others do it so much better. If you're going to be a fat fashion blogger then you actually need to be fashionable.

-Questioning

Dear Questioning,

I respect your opinion and I appreciate you letting me know your concerns. What I love about being a blogger is that there are so many opinions- and as a reader you have a plethora of options when reading. Luvin' My Curves is meant to be informative, fashionable, yet realistic to me and loads of others that I know. I never know what article will help, motivate or inspire a reader and that's the joy of doing this.

I dress for me, I don't follow trends to the "T", never did- it's not my style. While I applaud those who are edgier with their looks, it's not me and I don't try to be something or someone I'm not.I venture into new styles and looks but remain mindful of what looks good on my body. I'm 5'3", pretty endowed in the chest, I have a tummy that is stubborn and won't leave , about to be 27 years old and in the legal field- the others you speak of are taller,younger and may be in a work field that allows them to be more expressive with their clothes and yes they are definitely edgier than I am- which is why I love them too!

I'm a grown woman, in a career that doesn't allow much expression with clothes- I do what I can but I also respect my craft. I know my body and though I would love to wear a bodycon skirt I know that it wont look the best on me- I'll talk about it on this blog but you wont see it on my frame until it looks good on me - I owe that much to my readers and myself that if I'm going to wear certain things that it look good on me.

By nature, I'm not an edgy chick... that's not me -and if you've read Luvin' My Curves I've stated many times that it's been a continual yet fun process for me to step into pieces that I wouldn't normally wear.
I've never claimed to be super-fearless, but I've always been willing to step out my comfort zone and try.

Though I love clothes, love style and love fashion I have to be smart about my purchases (at times) I can't splurge on pieces that I know won't fit and won't translate to the court room or the board room. In addition, a size 18 on a woman who is 5'7 looks completely different on a size 18 who is 5'3"- so what may work for one may not work for me. An XL in one line may fit a taller lady, but may look tight and not cute on my 46G's. Hence, why you haven't seen a piece of Forever 21 on me - I've tried it before, it didn't work on my frame and I won't spend money of something that hugs in all the wrong places just to prove a point.

Another thing you are 20.. and through not that much younger than me, young enough that you didn't really feel the brunt of lack of clothing options when coming through high school - you at 20 have OPTIONS galore to choose from. When I was going through high school both Ashley Stewart and Lane Bryant did not have the color, cut and fit that they do now... Torrid was not in existence just as the majority of other sites and clothing lines you shop from now. You're lucky.... it was hard to find clothes that were affordable, fashionable and fit me well.

I'm not trying to be mean, but I hope you respect my stance- I can only be me and will continue to do so. I didn't grow up being completely comfortable in my own skin, I battled just like many of my readers did - which I why I understand the apprehension that shopping and clothes cause, which is why I speak on gaining confidence because I appreciate what a heightened confidence has done for me. Not every curvy girl will jump for Beth Ditto's line- it might be too much for them- while others have dived head first.

Plus size women come in all shapes, sizes, and attitudes. There are those who will walk down the runway like it was made with their walk in mind- others will walk confidently while being scared s&#$!!, others will walk sheepishly with their head down wishing they could run backstage and there are those who will never even hit the stage, too scared and too concerned about others opinions. Same goes for fashion and style- I think we all need to respect it, appreciate it and relish in the diversity in our community.

I want to thank you though... your words indirectly challenged me-you put me on notice and I appreciate it. Your email sparked something in me , and I'm excited for what's about to come- stay tuned :)

~Luvin' My Curves

Sideye: PETA

Word PETA, tell me how you REALLY feel?


You pride yourself on being unabashed & in your face- so ready to make a point to promote your values. You've gone to the extreme to promote animal cruelty, vegetarianism, and the fur trade amongst other issues. HOWEVER, you went too far with your ad in Jacksonville, FL.

I'm livid! Your disrespect of overweight people is NOT how you promote vegetarianism in fact it's the perfect way to piss people off, lose support and have your message get convoluted in the madness. Let's be honest, your ad is not going to convince someone to become a vegetarian- it's only going to make someone give PETA the meanest sideeye. How dare you call overweight people WHALES but then still want everyone to support your cause? How does that work, I would love to know.

Your weak PR justification- "A new PETA billboard campaign that was just launched in Jacksonville reminds people who are struggling to lose weight -- and who want to have enough energy to chase a beach ball -- that going vegetarian can be an effective way to shed those extra pounds that keep them from looking good in a bikini." (Blank Stare) Are you kidding me? You call me a Whale and then want to tell me to go vegetarian because then and only then I'll be a smaller whale that can fit into a bikini?


But I guess you all love the controversy, kind of like the girl in high school who knew people talked bad about her but didn't care because it was a means of getting attention. Only difference PETA, is that you have an agenda and as long as you create ads that disrespect people your agenda will never be fulfilled. Trust me on that one. This ad is misguided because it leads a naive person to believe that vegetarianism is means to lose weight, I know PLENTY of overweight vegetarians, what do you have to say about that? How can you call overweight people whales but then turn around and have the PETA acronym contain "ethical treatment" so you think this ad treated humans ethically? In addition your mission statements boasts 2.0 million members,I bet there are some members that are overweight- so are they whales too? This is IRRESPONSIBLE, OFFENSIVE and MISLEADING!!

PETA, your thought process is below elementary level on this one, take the ad off, go back to the drawing board with your head hung down in shame and try again.

Sincerely,

LMC


Do you agree or disagree with PETA, what do you think of this ad?

~Luvin' My Curves

He's not just for companionship- the boyfriend-inspired look

Good Morning!!

Boyfriends, Friends, Homie-Lover-Friends whatever you call them; they're not just for companionship anymore...they're a part of fall's fashion inspiration! The boyfriend-inspired look has been around for awhile, but most of us usually just use his clothes until we can change into something of our own. Not anymore... elements of this look have popped up all over the place as a fall trend!

I experimented with this look by accident the other day- I had on jeans, a cami and cardigan, I went for a pedicure and when it was over I didn't pull down my jeans-when I got home I walked past the mirror and said "Oh, I like this". So then I put on some heels to match and I absolutely fell in love with this look! Since then I've funked it up a bit- adding a cute belt over the cardigan to give me the illusion of a waist.... seriously this is a good look!

It's an easy look to pull together, making it an ultimate "effortless" look - here's the "recipe" :

One part boyfriend jean

Distressed Weekend Jean, Old Navy $36.50; Distressed Boyfriend Jean, Lane Bryant $69.50; Calvin Klein Gibson Jean, Nordstroms, $69.50

(Also look at Torrid's selection, here)

One part cardigan or blazer

Boyfriend Cardigan, Old Navy $34.50; Necessary Objects Open-Front Boyfriend Blazer, Macy's $79; Blue Boyfriend Cardigan, Evans 28 GP


One part chunky heel or flat

Dollhouse Tan Simone Heel,Torrid $92; Sassi, Nine West $79.99; Steve Madden Marlene PlatformPump, Endless $76.90

Add cami or tee of your choice, blend with accessories & mix well! Walk out the door, & Enjoy!

If you like to keep it comfortable then this look is worth trying- it's a cute mix of feminine & masculine - allowing you to keep it basic but then letting you play with colors and accessories... Think this is look you'll be willing to try out? (at least in the mirror?)

~Luvin' My Curves

Skorch Magainze to Launch- Brooklyn Cover Model Search

SKORCH MAGAZINE TURNS UP THE HEAT FOR ITS LAUNCH INTO PRINT

Vancouver, WA, August 5, 2009 — SKORCH Magazine, the popular, fashion-forward digital magazine for plus-size women that launched in 2007, has announced it will be going into print as a bi-monthly magazine. The first printed issue will be available December 1, 2009.

SKORCH Magazine, the only plus-size fashion magazine that will be in print, focuses entirely on showcasing and featuring hip and trendy fashion for the15- to 35-year-old woman who wears size 12 and up, otherwise known as "plus size" fashion.

“Plus-size women are craving a tangible fashion magazine that they can find at the newsstands or have delivered to their door that is tailored to them,” stated Jessica Kane, Owner and Publisher of SKORCH Magazine. “SKORCH Magazine in print delivers fashion to the majority. It’s edgy, spicy and totally hot!”

SKORCH Magazine will launch as a bi-monthly print magazine, with the option to digitally download issues, December 1, 2009. Subscribers and retailers will be able to have SKORCH shipped to the United States, Canada, UK, Germany, Australia and France. Copies will also be distributed across the nation at select specialty boutiques, on college campuses, on newsstands and at various SKORCH events. To subscribe, advertise or sell SKORCH in a retail store, visit www.skorchmagazine.com.

There's More: Skorch is holding a National Cover Model Hunt ! On Sunday August 16th, the Cover Model Hunt Team will be in Brooklyn at Re/Dress NYC from 1pm- 4pm. If you want to see if you have what it takes, make sure you're there. (For more information, click here)

FOX try again: A Guy's View on "More to Love"

Good Morning Everyone,

Today's post is from Neil - he made some waves here when he wrote a piece earlier this summer(click here) and now he's back to give us a lil' opinion on FOX's "More to Love".... as always he loves a great discussion so make sure to leave some comments. :)

LMC made me watch "More to Love", actually I wanted to watch it- at least one episode to see just how FOX would mess up a totally overdue and great concept. I hate to admit but I've been watching every episode since the 1st one- it's like a train wreck on a woman's self-esteem but I'm intrigued to keep watching because I want to see how low this show will go.

I'm not cool with the exploitation of these women's insecurities, the tears, the angst all over a guy you don't even know - I personally find this scary. If a woman was acting like this after she just met me- I'd be plotting my exit strategy. I know it's a dating show and from what I've previewed on other shows it's "normal" but still, not a good look. I'm not a woman so I can't say I know exacty how these women feel, but if the wounds are that deep why put yourself on TV with the possibility that you may not be the "one"?

The ladies on the show are beautiful, but when they talking about all the things they havn't done because of their weight- I get numb. I've been around beautiful and confident full-figured women, who have lived their lives- they were in the middle of the dance floor at prom, they travel, they smile and enjoy life . I know every woman may not feel the same way, but FOX was dead wrong for casting women (acting or not) in which most if not all of them havn't really lived life because of their weight. (Note: Let me point out, like the full-figured lady at the lounge in the corner who doesn't want to talk or dance, these ladies made the choice not to go out and live life- us men see that and most of us will not approach) Show me a woman who loves herself and who lives her life and that's the kind of woman I want on my arm- not one who is holding on for dear life!!


What this tells me is that these women will build their confidence, self-esteem and sense of beauty around the affections of Luke? (who is corny!!!) Maybe it's weird hearing this from a guy but I don't want a female to build her sense of esteem around my actions - she should have that before I meet her. I'm only human, I'm by no means perfect so that's alot of pressure when someone's sense of worth is based on what you do. What if I don't call you back immediately, or do anything else that sets you off, what if at the worst we break up ? What happens then?

One the ladies last night said that she never told her aspirations to any of her ex-boyfriends because she was fat and she thought they thought she was ugly .I looked at my roomates (I bribed my roomates to watch with me) like "What? If I thought you were unattractive to me I wouldn't be your man, and futhermore if you think your man doesn't see you as beautiful why are you with him?"Last, but not least, don't cry or talk to me about your ex's on a FIRST date- our 1st date should be a chance for us to have fun and get to know each other better. Am I off base for saying that?

These are just my thoughts on the show. I know it's a "reality" show which doesn't hold much "reality" weight anymore but FOX has chosen the wrong wrong to sadly satisfy the stereotypes of ignornant people who truly believe that all plus size women feel this way.


I'm all ears...let's talk

Why I Love: The Wrap Dress

Good Morning!

Us full-figure ladies have curves, we have hips, breasts and backsides that some of us tend to cover up instead of appreciate. Our figure screams "FAB" but sometimes what we wear doesn't tell the same story.

In comes the wrap dress.....

Necessary Objects Ruffled Wrap Dress, Macy's$59

A vital CLOSET ESSENTIAL, The Wrap Dress is the perfect dress for a woman with curves! What began as a sportswear trend- Diane Von Furstenberg made famous in the 1970's, it's so iconic that it even has a place at the Metropolitan Museum of Art (MOMA).

Body Issues & The Wrap Dress

Fuller on top?
The wrap dress creates a silhouette that lifts & separates your breasts all while giving the illusion of a smaller waist because of the tie.

Miami Wrap Dress, Kiyonna, $126 ; Short Sleeve Wrap Dress, Ashley Stewart, $24.99

Bottom Heavy?
Look for a wrap dress that ends in an A-line; the A -line flatters every body and if you're bottom heavy it won't emphasize your hips. As for length, I would suggest a dress that stops at the knee or right below the knee. If it's longer, either balance it with high heels or get it tailored. A wrap dress that's too long for your height might make you look wider.

Crepe split sleeve wrap dress, Anna Scholz 195GB ($335.40); Bubble Sleeve Wrap Dress, Alight $195

...odds & ends
You can find a wrap dress in a variety of fabrics; polyester, silk, jersey, cotton, linen, etc. Stick to material that flows and doesn't cling to you (unless of course, that's the desired effect). Even a faux wrap dress works because of the line it creates across the body, still giving the same curvy silhouette. I know plenty of you don't favor the wrap dress because of the way it wraps across the front or drapes around the stomach area- play with different fits and I'm sure you'll fine one that suits you perfectly. This style is universally flattering and if worked the right way it's downright sexy, you can't go wrong!

Ruffled Print Faux Wrap Dress, Avenue, $54.90 ; Angie Faux Wrap Dress,Igigi $86

Why I love the wrap dress!

It's adjustable- one of the only style of dress where I can look amazing and not worry about how much I ate at dinner or a BBQ, and if I want to have ice cream later this dress will not throw me under the bus. The wrap dress is my very own "ride or die" dress. Plus, waist definition and v-necklines are definitely my friends- so when I can get both effects in one take, I'm golden.

me in one my favorite wrap dresses...

I swear this style was made with the fuller figure in mind- Is the wrapdress an essential or a "wrap" for you?

~Luvin' My Curves

Let's Get Away... What's your Airport Style?

Good Morning!

Anyone going on a weekend trip or a final summer vacation before Fall starts?

When I was younger, I never understood why people would dress up to get on a plane- I stuck to my jeans, sneakers and oversized hoodies, but as Ive traveled more I've seen that "Airport Chic" appears to be it's own fashion subculture. Of course, you still see folks in Adidas flip flops with graphic print pajama bottoms and college sweatshirts, but you also see women in 4" heels walking through the terminal as if it's a catwalk.

Ngozi asks "I've been traveling alot lately and it seems like I'm out of place, I want to be comfortable but I also want to look chic, what would you suggest I wear to the airport?"

Ngozi, there is no right or wrong way to dress for travel- in my opinion it all depends on how long the flight is going to be and if there are any layovers involved. For me, a cardigan, a flowy blouse, flats and jeans are my travel staples. It's a simple outfit, yet it allows for me to easily go through security checks, run to my connecting flight and account for the various temperature changes on the flight. It's also an effortlessly feminine look that you can easily jazz up with a long necklace or chic earrings.

For long flights, I recommend a cute lounge outfit- I remember when I traveled to South Africa- and saw Kevin Liles and LL Cool J at the D.C airport- here I was looking a mess with my hair wrapped and in yoga pants- I combed my hair out with the quickness for a photo opp and vowed that NEVER AGAIN would I look like that in an airport. You never know who you may see at the airport (either for networking or personal), so you want to make sure you look somewhat presentable.

Let's Get Away by LuvinMyCurves featuring Old Navy

(from top left) Peacock Feather Top, Torrid $32; Noelle Top, B & Lu $28;
Peyton Pintuck Top,$58, Hipster Jacket, Missphit $45; Alissa Flat,Bakers $39.99; Right Fit BootCut Jean,Lane Bryant $39.99; Veer Flat, Nine West $20.99; Lounge Pants, Old Navy $19.50; Shorty Sleeved Bellini, Kiyonna $58

Last but not to be forgotten is the Carry On - especially now since airlines are charging to check-in luggage. I'm the worst person to pack, but since they are charging folks by the bag, I'm giong to have to learn how to pack effectively, quick fast! I found some stand-alone cute compact luggage that I can throw overhead...

Let's Get Away by LuvinMyCurves on Polyvore.com

(clockwise) XCase Exotics,Target $130; Roxie Roadie,Zappos $154; Sonoma Rolling Duffel, Luggageonline $196, Diane Von Furstenberg,Bloomingdales, $150

I hope my suggestions are helpful for your next flight; Fly Safe!!
What's your airport style? Do tell :)

~Luvin' My Curves

What J is Jonesin' For: August... Makeover

Good Morning!!

August is usually when I'm dreading going back to school so I'm often looking for clothes that are both work and school appropriate because there was no real reason to look for anything else. However this year, I don't have to go back to school, YIPEEE!

This August I'm jonesin' for a makeover of sorts- I'm continually stepping out of my comfort zone which is looooong overdue but I havn't quite stepped out completely. I'm not a creature of habit, I'm actually moreso a creature of comfort. These days I'm looking for different, edgy pieces that I wouldn't normally wear but I'm willing to at least try.

For instance, this weekend I wore a dress that was shorter than my usual- I swore it was too short in the back but my BFF said it was just right. I had to keep reminding myself - "step outside the box"....my past insecurities has made it easy to fashionably lounge in my comfort zone.

I've been playing alot with different accessories, different cuts - stepping out can be an uncomfortable process,but like I've stated before developing style is all about stepping out of that zone and seeing what's up so that's what August is about - a complete overhaul and ushering in the result. Let's take a look...


You know my affinity for funky rings,

EYE SEE YOU Sterling Silver Ring, The Flaming Pearl $68

I would usually look at these shoes & tell myself "nope" but these shoes are soooooo HOT!, and because they are platforms I'm confident that I could probably dance a couple more tunes than usual. At $599 it's not happening - but I can imagine, right?

Giuseppe Zanotti Platforms, Zappos $599

This dress just screams "I'm Fab, and if you didn't know now you now" - in the past I've shied away from one strap pieces but this piece from Jibri is a definite exception....

Graphic Print One Strap Dress, Jibri $122

I will no longer automatically say "It's not my style" when I see something on the rack, instead I will try on everything and make my decision from there. Colored Jeans included... I've seen it on others and wonder why I never got a pair.

Back Flap Pocket Jean, Svoboda $98

...and because I remain true to being effortless and comfortable... yet fashionable - an ultra versatile cardigan.

Purple Cap Sleeve Cardigan Wrap, Jen's Fashion Plus $17.99

However, I'm NOT jonesin' for this... I mean we thought apples on the bottom were bad.. but the entire name stretched across ,....for $165 and it's not even your own name... no thank you!

Ed Hardy Silver Logo Bootcut Jean, Torrid $165


last but not least... some of you were asking where you could find a maxi dress with sleeves- what about this?

Grecian Maxi Dress, Kiyonna $128

What are you jonesin' for this month?

~Luvin' My Curves