Why Plus Size Caftans Are Still Sweeping The Nation If you own a caftan, you already know why they've recently become popular. Actually, you've probably been wondering when everyone else was going to catch on. The rest of you have visions of Mrs. Roper's 1970s caftans dancing in your head and you're wondering how they could possibly be back in style.... Read more 2 Comments
All About Plus Size Tunics You've probably noticed that our Classic Collections include both Tops and Tunics that look not that different from each other. And then we have longer tunics that are clearly longer than tops. There are several styles of top that can be called tunics, and some of them may not be... Read more
All About Classic Plus Size Basics We sometimes talk about the Hero Pieces in our wardrobe - the stunning print, eye-catching art top, that jacket that you just had to have. They're a bit more exciting than that little black dress. What we tend to forget is that without a good collection of basics on hand, those Hero... Read more
All About Plus Size Loungewear You probably already know that Vikki Vi classics are as comfy as pajamas even though they're also office-appropriate. Yet you probably don't want to wear your Vikki Vi Classics to bed. And sometimes you want to curl up on the couch wearing clothes that were specifically made for relaxing. But you don't... Read more
How To Be A Plus Size Style Chameleon It can be empowering (and fun) to develop a signature style. But it can also be fun to adopt different styles from time to time. We're complicated beings, so why restrict ourselves to only one look? Sometimes it's about being appropriate. Years ago, I visited a friend in Tampa, Florida.... Read more 2 Comments
Plus Size Leggings Plus size women have been let down by leggings so often that they won't try a new brand without two personal recommendations and a substantial coupon. Even then, we think twice. Shopping for leggings inspires the kind of trepidation usually reserved for bathing suits. I think it's because leggings can... Read more 2 Comments
The Plus Size Guide to Pants Years ago, I was in a department store dressing room when I heard a woman way down at the other end asking no one in particular why the store only had boot cut jeans. I knew why and to this day, I regret not butting in and explaining. All pants are not created... Read more 4 Comments
The Best Plus Size Pieces for Layering It's layering season. As we move from summer to autumn (or winter to spring in the Southern Hemisphere), temperatures can be unpredictable. Plus, even though the seasons don't officially change until September 22, we tend to expect the weather to change sooner. We all start reaching for jackets at the first... Read more 1 Comment
Plus Size Pieces That Are Worth the Investment In an ideal world, we'd wear nothing but investment clothing. Every last thing from undies to outerwear would be of the highest quality. You'd buy new clothes because you wanted to add to your wardrobe options, and not because certain pieces are worn out. And you'd never have to settle for clothes that were just... Read more 1 Comment
Tops For Plus Size Pear Shaped Women Separates are supposed to be easy for pear shaped women. We pears wear a different size on the top and bottom, so separates just make sense. And yet I've spent way too much time staring into mirrors and wondering why yet another top was too tight across my hips. Just... Read more 4 Comments
Plus Size Dressing When You're Over 40 There was a time when women dreaded turning 40. Your choices were sliding into invisibility or celebrating your 39th birthday every year until retirement. Those days are gone, but our wardrobes in our 40s should be a bit different from what we wore in our 30s. I'm not talking about... Read more 1 Comment
5 Reasons Plus Size Crop Pants Are Having a Moment We love a good crop pant around here. Some style experts hate crop pants, but some style experts are super wrong. Regardless, women have been embracing crop pants. Well, actually they're just wearing them a lot. I have no idea if anyone has been literally hugging any of their clothes,... Read more 2 Comments
The Plus Size Guide to Staying Cool This Summer It's not just you - this summer has been hotter than expected. Staying cool in summer is more than just a matter of cranking up the air conditioner and eating some ice cream. Every plus size woman knows that feeling physically uncomfortable is a huge distraction. You don't have to accept sweat... Read more
Plus Size Summer Wedding Guest Outfits Summer wedding season is still in full swing, and small events are more popular than ever. When you're one of 10 people at a wedding, you're going to be in a lot of photos, so your outfit is important. And if you're attending via video chat, dressing up will make... Read more 2 Comments
How To Clean Out Your Plus Size Closet If you've made a resolution to organize your closet, I'm gonna need you to take a deep breath and step away from the garbage bags. When you're plus sized, wardrobe management is a different ballgame, so we shouldn't follow the same advice that works for everyone else. Let's make sure we're... Read more 2 Comments
