Week 3: I'm Still Standing Strong

Well, I am truly still feeling so blessed by my makeover from Jibri and T Oliver Hair Studios. I have really been feeling myself, and starting to shop again! If you look good, you feel good, and everyone around you benefits! Now let me know if you benefit from the happiness I feel in this picture!

 Jacket: City Chic, Tank: City Chic, Pants: Jessica Simpson, Shoes: Nine West, Bag: Coach

 

 

It is amazing that sometimes your outside can help fix your inside.  Moms I know ya'll can relate.  I would love to hear how you still keep it fab after baby! 

Getting Back to Me

Hello family.  I have been away for a while because I wasn't feeling like myself.  A year after having my baby, I just lost interest in most things.  All I wanted to do was lay in the bed and watch Netflix.  I didn't care about my appearance anymore, nor did I even have the motivation to get out the house.  For me, as long as my baby was cute and she was happy, that's all I cared about.  I didn't realize it at first, but I was battling against some post pardam depression.

It was a harsh thing to realize because I seem to always have it together.  However, it happens.  I am in the process of getting me back to me.  One of the things that I did to get back to myself was to participate in the Jibri and T Oliver "Project Be-You-tiful" which gave me the kick start I needed. 

This project gives plus size women complete makeovers. They took measurements, did bra fittings, hair, make-up, and clothing.  Its a whole day of beauty, and its all about YOU!  Take a look at my transformation:

This will be a series of weekly posts.  I shared a little bit of my story on Facebook, and the responses were overwhelming of women that have gone through or currently going through the same things.  The Be-You-itful Project has inspired me to tell me story and share what I can to help others.  So please leave me your comments.  I would love to hear your stories too.

Hugs and Kisses,

CurvieBirdie 2.0

  

A Little Birdie Told Me . . . .Fashion to Figure Expands in the Atlanta Market!!!!

Fashion to Figure is a women's apparel retailer that offers Trendy fashions at an affordable price.  Fashion to Figure is headed by CEO and C-Founder Michael Kaplan is the grandson of  Lena Bryant, Founder of Lane Bryant. 

They opened their first store in Douglasville earlier this year, but will be  opening 2 new stores in The Mall at Stone Crest and Cobb Center at Cobb!  A few of my Blogger Boo's will be hosting the events.  Make sure you check out the new store Grand Openings and these Bloggers!!

Wednesday's event (Oct. 15) will be hosted by the beautiful Parker from Everyday Runway and Tami from Talking with Tami

Thursday's event will be hosted by the newest Georgia Peach The Curvy Fashionista.

Plus, Fashion to Figure is offering a 15% discount at each of the grand openings!!  Hope to see ya'll at one of the events!! 

Have you ever shopped at Fashion to Figure?  Which event willl you be attending?

Kelly Osbourne New Collection: Stories...by Kelly Osbourne

I cannot believe I missed the offical launch of Kelly Osbourne's new collection:  Stories...by Kelly Osbourne.  I blogged about the line coming out, and just got caught slipping.  But it's here now, and she has some really trendy with a bit of edge pieces.  She launched on HSN last week, and I have made my picks!

OOTD: 6th and Lane

It was a drabby weekend in Atlanta, but I still managed to get cute and out of the house.  When I first heard the 6th and Lane collection was coming to Lane Bryant, I was excited due to the quality and sophistication of the line.  So of course, I had to get me a few pieces!

 

Top: Lane Bryant 6th and Lane, Pants: Nordstrom, Shoes: DSW, Accesories: Old, Bag: LV 

Weekend Style

This weekend was a very trying weekend.  If you didn't notice, I was not on any social media.  Well that is because I dropped my phone and broke it.  So no Internet, no social media, and no pics.  Sad, Sad, Sad days!!!  But I should be up and running by this evening.

Anyway, I did manage to get a few pics in with my actual camera.  One of my favorite curvie stores in ATL is closing, so I had to go there and support by making so purchases before they closed their doors.  Tweleve24 has been an amazing partner to the curvie fashion community, and this is one of the pieces I purchased from them:

Tank: Old Navy, Skirt: Tweleve24, Accesories: GemsNBaubles

OOTD: Fanatics Baseball Game Day Look!!!

It is coming to the end of the season for baseball, so it's time to get your game face on.  I go to a few games per year on my company, and its always a struggle trying to find something to wear that's cute, jazzy, and comfortable! 

Well, thanks to my friends at Fanatics, I found the perfect baseball hat to work my game day ensemble!  If ya'll don't know, I am from Chicago and am in love with the 2005 World Series Champions CHICAGO WHITE SOX!!!!!!!!!  I picked one of their many awesome hats and based my look around that.  Every CurvieBirdie would look fabulous is these pics!

The White Sox colors are white and black, but Fanatics has so many baseball hats in different colors with your favorite team logos.  Cant't go wrong!!  I paired a distress pair of jeans with a crop tee, a jean vest with Chuck Taylors.  Add some trendy accessories and Run DMC bracelet, then you can and that extra swag!


So how would how get ready for a baseball game?  Have you checked out Fanatics baseball hats?  Have you been to their website and seen all the fan gear they provide?

Mamanista Fridays: Booties !!

Well since fall is right around the corner, the ladies of The BabyShopaholic and Mamanista Files have decided to start the season's challenge with Booties!  Booties are a very essential part of a CurvieBirdie's wardrobe.  They can be dressed up/down, worn in winter/spring, or just about with anything (In my Dr. Seuss voice).

 Floral Cardi/Top: Nordstrom Rack, Jean shorts: NYDJ - Von Maur, Booties: JustFab, Bag: Fendi, Accessories: Verona

Mamanista Fridays: Lace Detail

I am going to say this was the hardest challenge for me.  I could only find 1 shirt that was lace, but it was a bit short and I am not going to let ya'll see all my extra like that!!  So I have some other amazing CurvieBirdies that decided to step up to the challenge!

 Top: AE, Jeans: Dereon, Jacket:  H&M, Shoes: Macys

Something to Chirp About: Spanx Jeans!!!

Ya'll know I am an avid Spanx spokesperson. So the other day, I heard that Spanx were going to be coming out with jeans!  I had to thank God and do a little Cogic shout at that news honey!  Where have there jeans been all my life?  Its like Sara Blakey knows what all CurvieBirdies need.  I'm going to call her the CurvieBirdie Whisper-er!!!!

There will be two styles, multiple cuts and three washes and are priced at $148. They promise “thigh-trimming construction” and stretch technology meant to smooth the tummy. 

I am so excited!!  The jeans launch on the Spanx website last week and will be available in department stores Aug. 25!!!

What do you think about Spanx Jeans?  Will you wear a pair?  Do you plan to buy some once available in department stores?

OOTD: Cas-U-AL Cal

I hope everyone enjoyed that beautiful extended 4th weekend.  Mom Dukes and granny came down, so I had to dress casual to be able to keep up with these ladies!  So my OOTD is all cotton, and I added the jean jacket just to keep arms warm while out in the cold stores shopping. 

 Jacket: Lane Bryant, Tank: Target, Skirt: Target, Shoes: Shoe warehouse, Bag: Michael Kors, Accessories: Verona

BET Awards Fashions Loves and Fails

I really enjoyed the BET Awards last night.  I wished Chris Rock would have made a few more jokes, but in all it was a good show. The red carpet was full of fashion loves and fails.  I was tweeting all night about that as well as some of of my fav and and awful parts of the show.

Here are my loves:

I am not a fan of Amber Rose, but this form-fitting elegant white dress is gorgeous.  She nailed her look!

Mamanista Friday: Jean Shorts . . .or Polka Dots

Mamanista Friday challenge was for jean shorts.  I have a plent of jean shorts.  I purchased a bunch from Macy's right before I realized I was preggers.  So I haven't been able to wear them yet.  Well, i moved and cannot find not one pair of shorts!  I have searched and searched but all I could find was this polka dot rumper.  So here is my only shorts outfit I could find!

 Jacket: Target, Romper: Macys, accessories: Ashley Stewarts, Shoes: Just Fab

 

CurvieBirdie Watch; Melissa McCarthy

Well, this curvie diva is doing it again!  She will be launching her own fashion line!  I am super excited about her doing something as big as this.  One thing that I did not know about this CurvieBirdie is that she studied clothing and textiles at Southern Illinois University (Yes, I'm an Alum too!)  So she well be very vocal in this collection. 

The reason why Melissa decided to start the line is because she was turned down by 6 famous designers that refused to dress her for award shows.  So sad that designers won't step up for a challenge.  Also, she is tired of shopping and only finding frumpy items to choose from.  I know the feeling honey!  Can't wait to see what she comes up with!

Are you excited to see her new collection?  Would you buy a piece if the price is right?

Mamanista Friday: Preppy Look

I consider myself a borderline genuis anyway, so this weeks challenge was pretty easy.  I love the preppy look, and we even have Tie Tuesdays at work.  And ya'll know I can't let the boys have all the fun!  So here is my look:

Top: Target, Vest: Catos, Jeans: Torrid, Shoes: Jeffrey Campbell, Bag: Gucci Boston, Tie: Oscar DeLaRenta 

Weekend Style: OOTD Maxi skirt w/Jean Jacket

It was such a beautiful weekend in Atlanta.  After Morgan's swim lesson, I got us dresss to do some lite shopping.  Comfort is always key when I am out with my daughter.  So here is my look:

 Jacket: Target, Tanks: Old Navy, skirt: Indy Boutique, Shoes: Shoe Warehouse

Mamanista Fridays: Graphic Tee

i am so not the Tshirt chic.  I only own a few, and I just throw them on around the house.  This weeks challenge is Graphic Tees.  So I'm digging though all my top trying to find a tee that would go well with this challenge.  Well I come across my Tshirt from Halloween 3 years ago when I was part of the group Run DMC.  That shirt is kinda hot, so I decided to try it out for this challenge.

Jacket: Lane Bryant, Tee: Made w/tee from Old Navy, Pants: Macy's, Shoes: JustFab 

OOTD: Lime Green

It is time to add some color in my life.  So today, I am rocking lime green.  I also love wearing white, so ya'll will start to see me wearing more of it until the season changes.  But here is the OOTD!!!

Top: not sure, Pants: Not Your Daughters Pants, Shoes: DSW, Bag: Shoe Dazzle, Ear Rings: Shoe Guy

Mamanista Fridays: Aztec Print Pants

I have to tell ya'll my secret.  I have been terrified of  design/print leggings.  I think they are super cute, but I was not reallyu sure how to style them.  My friends Parker from Everyday Runway and Cassandra from Gems N Baubles have been trying relentlessly to get me into a pair. 

Well this weekend while in Indy, I purchased my very first pair!!!  i was excited and scared at the same @#!^ time!  So here is my look:

Top/Leggings: Indy Boutique, Shoes: Shoe Wharehouse, Bag: Unknown, Accessories: Verona

Weekend Style: OOTD Maxi Skirt

I hope everyone had a fabulous Memorial Day Weekend!  And thank you to all the troops for your work and dedication to this country!

This weekend, I spent time with family in Indianapolis for the weekend.  Mister, Morgan and I had a chance to hang out with my mother, grandmother, aunts, and cousins.  Indy is not as warm as ATL, so I decided to rock out my maxi skirts.

Jacket: Lane Bryant, Tee: Family Dollar, Skirt: Indy Boutique, Shoes: Target, Bag: Coach, Necklace: Verona