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!!!!

The best Sunday ever. ..

Hello my fabulous readers today is just a quick and simple ootd post on this lovely  Sunday which also is my mothers birthday (Happy Birthday). Another reason this Sunday was awesome is because I had the day of from work YESSSSSSSS!!!! I woke up early to cook my mom breakfast and made her
think I was then getting ready for work just till surprise her at church since I haven't able to come in months due to my work schedule.  After church was dinner with my family then get to my honeys house where he had candles and roses waiting on me, Now you see why I said it was An awesome Sunday? Just as awesome as my big fluffy hair lol I did a braid out using she moisture leave in, Castor oil (Very little), water and curled the ends with perm rods, The next morning unbraid and fluffed. My OOTD is from Rainbow Yes Rainbow, It gets a bad rap if being cheap and not do trendy fashions and etc, But I love top shop for "Pieces" here you know a cute shirt I can dress up or buttons, You basically have to search high and low in there to put an outfit together that's ok but sometimes I hey lucky and find statement pieces or a cute simple dress like this one,  Today I wore it just as it came including the belt. Next time I wear this though I already am prepared to pair a bright colored blazer and color pump or wedge with it, Can't wait to share on a future post.  Enjoy the pictures until next ootd.

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"

Meet The Spotlight Model (yaneeka lancaster)

PSB: What inspired you to pursue plus size modeling?
YANEEKA: In 2006 I walked for Harlem Fashion Week for the first time. But in 2010 I took modeling serious when I attended a casting call in Baltimore Maryland for a calendar shoot and made the casting.

PSB: How many years of experience do you have modeling?
YANEEKA: I been modeling for three years.

PSB: What are your goals as a plus model?
YANEEKA: My goals are to help women and young girls of all shape and sizes feel free in there own skin. To accomplish my dreams and live a happy humble life. To help change the way society look at over weight human beings.
PSB: Who /What is your inspiration?
YANEEKA: My mother is my inspiration, She is ambitious, motivated, energetic, smart, and nurturing. she has motivated me to do my best in life and to always be a leader.
The everyday women inspire me, any women that I see working hard to be successful keep me going. I like to see women inspire each other to do they best as well as unite as strong positive women.

PSB: Who are your favorite Plus size designers/Retailers?

YANEEKA: Theary Sim,YANEEKA: Zelie for her, Rue107,Rue114, LYS, Lane Bryant, Ashley Stewart, Torrid, Swiyyah Couture, Chanel, Fendi and much more.
PSB: What is your favorite fashion Trend this year? (Optional)
YANEEKA: I don't follow trends, I'm more of a trend setter. I have my own style I dress according to how I feel. A graphic tee and skinny jeans is me all day long and pair of keds sneakers but see me out with the girl and I'm all diva up.

PSB: Favorite quote of all time

YANEEKA: "Style is a way to say who you are without having to speak"

                                               - Rachel ZoePSB: Do you have any upcoming events we should look out for?
YANEEKA: Yes I'm working on my styling portfolio this month, and I be working with Iamplusaliciousalove on her website as well as other  photo shoot.




PSB: How can we contact you? Facebook, website..etc
Contact me LancasterYaneeka@yahoo.com
Instagram:Plussizedivayaga
Instagram:Yaneeka2013

Let the church say "Leopard"

It's a good day here at "Plus Size Brittany's Blog" today, Why? Because this is my first post with my new professional Canon Rebel XI camera, I'm so glad I can finally give you all quality pictures. Today's OOTD    (SUNDAY) post is for my leopard lovers such as myself, Its so bad that my friends have to remind me that I already have too much leopard when out shopping and I spot something leopard. In my closet I have a leopard dress, 2 shirts, pencil skirt, blazer, belt and 2 pairs of leopard shoes, I don't think that is too much do you?

Shopping with Brittany: Here on this blog it's all about shopping on a budget and mine is under $25.00


 

 
 
Blazer: $10.00 From Rainbow Fashions
Belt: Ross $5.00
Dress: $7.00 On sale
Gold Chain: $7.99 Flea Market
Gold Studs: $1.99 Thrift Store
Leopard Pumps: Less then $20.00 From Kmart

 

Lets Talk Natural Hair

 

Today I'm wearing a simple not so defined picked out  braid out with about 6 braids on the side.

Products I used was water and  Cantu leave in conditioner.

 

 

 

Until next post :)

TARGET SHOE HAUL (mini)

I have been on the hunt for a simple black pump to wear to work and haven't had any luck finding a low heel, That is until on my way to a Dinner party I literally served into Target parking lot with the intentions of checking out what was new in the clothing section and after seeing a few cute dresses and almost falling out when I peeped the price tag I found myself looking at the shOes and noticed a sale was going on buy 1 get the other 1/2 off. I seen some military boots that was hot but I knew I wouldn't wear them alot since I wear mostly dressed so I kept looking and fell in love at first sight with both the low black wedge and forest green classic shoes. Can't wait to wear them and I will definitely visit Target more often for there shoe sales since they are big foot friendly to the size 11 ladies.  

Q: Do you shop at Target?