COLOR SPLASH

Just in case you weren't sure what my favorite color is... :D

[ :: Forever 21+ dress (similar) :: Banana Republic trench (similar) :: Henri Bendel bag :: ][ :: necklace and bracelet c/o ShinyMix :: Cole Haan pumps (similar) :: ]
I typically opt for narrower stripes on my clothes, but the wider, bold stripe pattern on this dress just feels right! I love it as a contrast to the flowery floral bag and statement necklace in muted pastels. I'm bummed out that the dress is sold out online, but you may have some luck in-store! I just picked it up last weekend--such a steal at $16!
Speaking of good deals, you'll never guess where I found these perfect, lavender, snake-embossed pumps. Wait for it...TJ Maxx!!! Shopping at the Maxx takes a lot of patience but the payoff can be amazinggg. I've also scored some amazing home decor deals, and they even carry some plus size clothing options! Takes some digging but the find is usually worth it!
 The necklace and bracelet are from ShinyMix, a jewelry retailer specializing in all things sparkly and, of course, shiny! I'm in love with their necklace selection; from the bold, colorful statement necklaces to the delicate wisps of gold chain carrying tiny pendants, ShinyMix has just the thing you need to update your jewelry box. They were sweet enough to offer Curvy Girl Chic readers with a discount code for 15% off--just use code "CurvyGirl" at checkout. To add to the sweet deal, they always offer free shipping to US customers! :)







Where are your favorite places to score a deal? Are any of the places I mentioned above among your favorites? :)



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LEATHER & STRIPES

Because when you're putting together an outfit, why not wear all your favorites at once?
Snapped this outfit a few weeks back, prior to this insane heat wave! You wouldn't catch me in anything like leather or faux leather in this 100 degree heat! Still, I can't wait for it to cool down so I can bust these pieces out again. Moto jackets, stripes, and sparkle just make life feel right.I'm a little bit in love with this bag too--it's convertible to a crossbody with a shiny gold chain! Also majorly obsessed with the croc embossing and vibrant orchid hue. So chic!
[ :: H&M+ tee (similar) :: moto jacket c/o Forever 21+ (similar) :: Forever 21+ skirt :: ][ ::  Monika Chiang necklace (similar) :: lexie clutch c/o Ora Delphine :: Calvin Klein cutout booties :: ]






[ :: H&M+ tee (similar) :: moto jacket c/o Forever 21+ (similar) :: Forever 21+ skirt :: ][ ::  Monika Chiang necklace (similar) :: lexie clutch c/o Ora Delphine :: Calvin Klein cutout booties :: ]


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Polymer clay soles with stiletto heels

The latest video shows how to make soles using patterns with polymer clay. It is actually one of the easiest ways of making soles I have figured out so far, if you don't count the trouble of making the card stock supports. Then again, you can reuse those and make more than one pair of soles before using them for shoe soles as well.


Here are the finished shoes, which are also shown at the end of the video.