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Tall Plus Size Shopping Tips

Tall Plus sizes may be even scarcer than petite plus. Though some designers assume that as our sizes goes up, so does our height, so you may stumble across some pieces that are long enough for you among regular plus sizes. But it takes more than luck to build a wardrobe. Figure...

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Wearing Scarves with Vikki Vi Classics

I'm always talking about how accessories can change the look of our classics. That's a pretty generic statement, so I decided to mix things up this week and show you exactly what I'm talking about. Some of you know the power of the scarf, but could use more ideas. Others have...

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The Secret to Plus Size Style

I won't keep you in suspense - it's confidence. Sorry, I know you were hoping I'd say that all you have to do is buy this one outfit and you'd have all the style in the world. Instead, I'm telling you that style comes from feeling good about yourself in...

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Don't Fear the Legging

So here's a sentence I never thought I'd write: we just got in some amazing jeggings. No, seriously. Even a fashion snob like me can appreciate these babies. Many of us have a complicated relationships with leggings, so let's unpack that, shall we? Remember stirrup pants? I loved those things....

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Change Your Words to Change Your Life

There's a lot of talk about reinventing ourselves at this time of year. Or fixing ourselves if we're going to be honest. There's always room for improvement, but we all tend to think of ourselves as walking disasters that need to be whipped into shape. And then we wonder why...

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Plus Size Tropical Vacation Inspiration

Some people reach for hot cocoa when it snows, but I reach for the pina colada mix (alcohol optional). A blizzard may be raging outside, but my brain is in Bermuda. Maybe you feel like joining me in my state of denial or maybe you're planning a real beach vacation....

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5 Outfits for When Looking Good is the Best Revenge

The Holiday Season is a time to gather with your best and dearest. It's also a time when you can't avoid people who drive you up the wall. Sure, Aunt Katherine's hobby is criticizing people, your co-worker took credit for your fantastic idea, and the PTA is run by that mean...

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Dressing For the Holidays Without Overdoing It

Of course you want to dress up for holiday parties. Who can blame you? But you also don't want to look like some glittery thing people hang in the window to make it look festive. And you really don't want to end up with any clothes you can't wear again...

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The Plus Size Guide to Outerwear

Let's face it - plus size coat shopping is a drag. For most of my clothes, I stick with colors that flatter my complexion and styles that work well with my figure (plenty of room for my pear hips). But when it comes to outerwear, I tend to settle for...

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How to Make Sure You and Your Friends Don't Wear the Same Thing

There are two types of women - the ones who tell all their friends about their favorite places to shop, and the ones who tell no one so that they're the only one they know with that fabulous dress. We get it. It's kind of weird and stalkery when your...

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Style Tips for Plus Size Hourglass Shaped Women

It is absolutely possible to be plus size and have an hourglass shaped body. Since hourglass is considered to be the ideal shape, most clothes are designed to look good on your body. But there are still a few things you need to consider when getting dressed. If you're hourglass...

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Wearing the Right Color for Your Complexion

Some colors make me look like I haven't slept in a week. Other colors make me look like I've just left the makeup trailer and I'm ready for my close up. Knowing which colors are my friends has saved me from wasting loads of cash on clothes I'll never wear....

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In Praise of Buying Multiples

We've all done it. You find a top that you like, looks good on you, and fits well. And so you buy it in three colors. Victory! And then some clueless spouse or coworker insinuates that it's a bad thing to own three of the same shirt. They are super...

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In Defense of Dressing Modestly

No matter how a woman dresses, someone is going to criticize. If she shows too much skin (whatever that means), someone will say she's a floozy, or trying to look younger than she is. If she doesn't show enough skin, that same someone might say she's uptight or ashamed of her body....

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Aging Gracefully

The Greatest Generation really knew how to age. Of course, without sunscreen they didn't have much choice. My grandmother was blessed with good genes. When she passed away at 74, she didn't have that many wrinkles. Moisturizer is helpful, but genetics are gold. I've got quite the arsenal on my...

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