Lane Bryant at Citrus Park Mall Grand Opening

                                       

This week I went to a Lane Bryant grand opening to support my friend and fellow Blogger Farrah Estrella of “Estrella Fashion Report”, This is the 5^th Grand opening for Lane Bryant that she has hosted which is awesome, I'm so proud of her and glad I know her. 

I enjoyed myself at this event and was impressed, They went all out with a DJ, Photographer, Two $250 Gift card drawings (I'm sad I didn’t win by the way) Catering with servers who walked around with trays of fruit skewers and pineapples wrapped in bacon and I must say I had too many of and plenty a cheese, But don’t tell anyone.

 I don’t get a chance to go in store and I haven’t shopped online in awhile so I planned to take my time looking around with a mindset that I was leaving with something one being a new bra because I am in need of a good strapless for my upcoming Birthday in June. It was a great turn out , I even seen a few local beautiful plus size models in the building.  Below are some pictures I took and also some of my pieces that i tried on, Enjoy and until next post.




With Model Hope of Tampa, FL






***Dressing room***
 

Quick Funny, I've never seen my name spelled this way lol 
 

Rue107 Wish List

Welcome Back! Plus Size Brittany is now Curvy fab Natural as you my see if you have been following, I have been away for awhile and will be updating soon on whats has been going on in my life, it's been crazy and amazing to say the least. 

To kick things off i will be sharing some favorites from my wish lists. First up is Rue 107 with a few of my favorite pieces from their collections, I love how this line show so much love to the curvy woman and that the price range isn't too bad, I'm a person who loves a sale and probably haven't paid more the $50.00 for an outfit, But i wouldn't mind going up a few extra bucks for something I really like and cant find everywhere and on everyone. Feel free to browse Rue107.com and tell me what you think. 

 

 Alia' Utilitarian Chic Full A-line Dress in Hunter Green

Do you own any pieces from Rue107.com ? Please share @curvyfabnatural by Hash tagging #Curvyfabnatural and dont forget to follow us.

                             Celine' Leggings                Heidi Midnight Black Perforated Neoprene Full Skirt

 

Robin Butter cream Cupcake Pencil Skirt

 

 Serengeti Dress

What's Next? Natural hair post and reviewing "Curl formers" Video plus Earring review. 

 
 

OOTD: " Im Back"

Hey everyone i know I've been away for way too long, But i promise i will fill you all in very soon in the next coming posts. Today i will just like to share a quick "Outfit of the day" from a few days ago of me purchasing and wearing my first jumpsuit ever, I felt that with having a belly that a jumpsuit would never be flattering on me, That is until my sweet mother gave me a gift card to Macy's this past Christmas and i just kept it in my wallet for a few months because i have never really shopped at Macy's and really didn't know if they even sold plus size clothing. One day on my day off i decided to stop in to look at some perfume or makeup being that my gift was for only $50.00, while looking around i stopped a employee and simply asked if they carried  plus size clothes and to my surprise she said yes and pointed me in the right direction, Of course as expected the section was very small and had a lot of blouses for grandma, But on one rack were two jumpsuits that caught my eye and made me want to try them on. I decided on the one on the right because i felt a little more comfortable that it was a bit more busy and hides my tummy a little better then the other But after I have wore it a few times i kind of wish i would have got the other or if not both, But still love it and glad i took a chance on this jumpsuit.

 Jumpsuits : Macy's $70.00

Pumps: Kmart (Don't sleep on them lol)
Earrings : Flea market
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"GRISTLE" For Custom Plus

New Awesome plus size collection Alert!!!
Im excited about this new collection that launched today 5/8/14 @2pm because it's for all sizes even 4x, It's colorful and the pieces   The collection by @Bygrisel at www.Custom-plus.com is colorful and very trendy. One thing I love about good collection is that its affordable with nothing over $50.00 THATS IS AWESOME compared to other plus collections, Im glad I could participate and purchase the Grisel sexy yellow cut out skater dress, The description says its true to size so I went a size up just in case. I will be doing a review on my purchase as soon as it arrives.  DID YOU MAKE A PURCHASE FROM THE GRISEL COLLECTION?  WHAT DID YOU PURCHASE? 

Out with the old and In with the new

     

Hello to my "Curvy Fab Natural" readers today is a post that should have been my very first post with starting over and changing the name of the blog, But the way my work schedule is set up I barely have time to update at all the last few months, But I plan to rededicate myself to my blog and bring exciting and new things to "CurvyFabNatural" starting with a giveaway so stay tuned for details.

                           No more PlusSizeBrittany blog

Why the name change? Well even though I still go by Plussizebrittany on Instagram and facebook I no longer feel that the name fully represent me and what I want share. With the name "Plussizebrittany" you pretty much only get one idea from it which is "Plus size" and of course my name. I'm so much more then being plus sized in fact confident with my size and love to express that with my fashion, I love my natural hair and want to share my journey and also excited to follow others on there here on CurvyFabNatural.Blogspot.com.

What's Next? Their is so much I want to do I don't know where to start and there are a few surprises I'm to finalized before sharing, But what i will mention is there will be a giveaway very soon and also a closet sale. I'm currently waiting for my new logo to be finished which I'm very excited about and can't wait to share. Last but not least I will be doing a 3 part post en tittled "Curvy Fab Natural" bringing you my experiences of self confidence, If you will like to share your story of self confidence please email me as soon as possible at BritBrat813@gmail.com.

Until next post stay Curvy fab and Natural :)

Outfit Of The Day

Today's outfit of the day is a featuring Torrid (Top) and Curvy Phenoms Boutique (Bottom) , This look is very simple but still wearable for different occasions, from work to a dinner date  on any day of the week. I have been updating my closet with staple pieces such as a stylist black top to pair with any look and a blue skirt, For some reason I have been wanting a blue and hot pink pencil skirt really bad  and I'm still searching for my pink.
The black sheer top was purchased during Torrid's 1/2 off sale and I was able to snag this top and a pair of shoes for under $17.00. I was very pleased with my purchase because I rarely shop Torrid because I'm a bit cheap and about time I'm finished added up the cost for one item plus shipping I have already exited off the website and decided to wait for a sale that I'm sure I'm going to miss, But thank goodness for Instagram and my followers and those I'm following alerting me about the sale at that time. My blue fitted pencil skirt is from a new curvy Boutique I recently blogged about  Click here to read called Curvy Phenoms Boutique, I was very excited to receive this skirt and the beautiful packaging that it came in made the experience even better. This skirt hugs my curves just right , you cant help but feel sexy when wearing it.  I have other plan for both this skirt and top but wanted introduce the two first. Thank for stopping by to view my outfit of the day, Until next post have blessed day and stay curvy, fab & natural.

Go crazy for the camera!!!!

Plus size retailers disappearing?

Today was a sad "Retail Therapy" day for me as I traveled to my local Dots store in Brandon, Fl to replace my favorite black "Go to" shirt. As I walked up to the doors I paid no attention because I was texting and since I come here all the time I can pretty much walk from my car to the stores doors with my eyes closed,  But when I did look up I was immediately shocked and in a bit of a panic, My first words were " Omg what's going on? " as I walked up to a store clerk to have her respond with one word " Bankruptcy" and walked away.  One would think being that us plus sized women already only have very few clothing stores to shop that carries trendy clothing that business would be BOOMING for retailers such as "Dots" where are we shopping?  For me locally I only have Rainbow, Dots, Torrid and Lane Bryant  and of this short list I prefer Dots. Where am I still suppose to shop now?  I guess its time I learn took make my own clothing. I see a lot of online curvy boutiques taking over but who is really going to pay $50 + shipping for one dress everyday?  Plus not all online boutiques can be trusted,  Trust me I have been a victim of the fraud which I will later blog about. For the Dots shoppers the time is now to go rack up for the last time if your locations are not already closed,  The store clerk told me that they will all be clOsed in just a few weeks or less. Right now discounts are only 20%-40% right now but subject to increase very soon,  Knowing my challenging work schedule and seeing the thinning racks in front of me I decided to not wait on the bigger sale and get what I wanted now before it was gone, I hope everyone gets a chance to shop thier last sales.  Here is way i was able to grab today but plan on going back for the purses and clutches soon. HAPPY SHOPPING :(

MORE ABOUT "DOTS" BANKRUPTCY. ..

★ " Dots founder Bob Glick, who opened its first store in 1987, sold the chain to an affiliate of Irving Place Capital in 2011 for an undisclosed price."

★" The Dots chain filed for Chapter 11 protection on Jan. 20, after losing shoppers when the quality of the chain's merchandise declined under prior management."

★ " At the time it filed bankruptcy, Dots operated nearly 400 stores and employed roughly 3,500 people in its stores and at its headquarters, according to court records."

Curvy Phenoms Boutique

Here at "Curvy Fab Natural" we love to introduce new plus fashion boutiques and designer, Here is a local designer from my home town Tampa, Fl that I recently meet and am excited about the plus fashions available to shop at her boutique. Bessie recently launch her online store just this January and is ready to put her name and "Curvy Phenoms"  out so that every curvy fab women can shop reasonable prices for the latest trends in fashion. I will be also doing a personal review later this week so stay tuned to see me rocking "Curvy Phenoms"

 

Psb: What type of fashion can we look for from your business?
Bessie:Affordable trendy, sassy and classy plus size clothing & accessories.

Psb: How long have you worked in the Fashion industry?
Bessie:I have never worked in the fashion industry professionally but I am a self proclaimed Fashionista and shopaholic.  I get excited about fashion, especially when I find a good deal.

 Psb: What are some of your business goals?
Bessie: My goal is to continue to provide an affordable clothing and accessory retail outlet for Plus Size Women and to eventually add shoes to our Boutique.

Psb:What does fashion mean to you?

Bessie:Fashion is a means of self expression, style and really tells a story about an individual.

Psb: Who is your favorite designer to wear?

Bessie:To be honest, I'm not loyal to one designer/brand. I wear what I like. I may find a fabulous piece at Kmart please believe I am going to rock it like no other. Anything paired properly with the right accessories will make you look like a million bucks.

 Psb:Where can readers find out more about "curvyphenomsboutique"?

Bessie:Visit our website www.shopcurvyphenoms.com. Follow us on Facebook at Curvy Phenoms Boutique, Twitter @curvyphenoms and Instagram @curvyphenoms.

 Psb:What advise do have for anyone that's just starting in the fashion industry?

Bessie: Follow your dreams, stay passionate and be prepared to work hard. Success is not just given, its earned.

Psb:Here on my blog I always ask guest what is their favorite motivational quote, Do you have one?

Bessie:Its "She turned her cant's into cans & her dreams into plans" by anonymous.

Curvy Phenoms so kindly gifted me this promo t-shirt that fit great, Visit www.shopcurvyphenoms.com for yours.

                               Here's a little of what you can expect from "Curvy Phenoms"