unexpected light

[ :: Kmart LYS top and skirt :: H&M dream catcher earrings :: Kenneth Cole NY clutch :: ]
[ :: Evans ring :: Dolce Vita x Target wedges :: ]

Who would've thought that you can walk into Kmart and walk out with this outfit? I didn't until I walked into the Kmart on 34th in NYC! I love the LYS line, even more so now than when the it was first released! The new designs are more on-point then ever, and I am so psyched to see that their Fall/Holiday 2011 collection is going to be just as fierce.
Another huge plus? I ♥ their social media team!

Anyway, I apologize for being so behind! Trying to play catch-up at work and sifting through the 700+ photos I took during FFFWeek has had me completely swamped!

More updates soon! I hope everyone is enjoying the weekend! ♥

Yours, Etc.

CurvyGirlChic

Off to FFFWeek!

[ :: how much luggage i wish i could bring :: ]

Hey loves! ♥

I just wanted to drop a quick note that I'll be in NYC for FFFWeek starting Wednesday! :D I'll be at the Sunset Cruise, Lane Bryant Blogger Conference, Kmart LYS Bloggers Brunch, and Finale Runway Event, so if you'll be at any of these events, definitely come say hi! :D

Okay. Still need to finish packing! There is soooo not enough luggage space for all the things I want to bring! I almost wish I'd bought those bags that you can vacuum pack your clothes into. lol!

Can't wait to see everyone in NYC! :D

xo Allison :)

P.S. If you haven't entered my little giveaway yet, I hope you do! :)

What I Wore: FFFWeek(end) LA!

Hiya! It's been way too long since I posted an outfit. Hopefully This will mark my return! lol.

As this is my first FFFWeek(end) LA recap, I wanted to share with you guys what I wore on each day! I'm only missing my casual outfits from when I was going to and leaving from LA...I loved them though so I'll wear them again to share with you guys! :D

What I wore to the Curves for a Cure Opening Night Reception!

[ :: Asos Curve maxi :: DIY body chain :: Dear Bearcat ear cuff :: Topshop booties :: ]

[ :: mystery clutch a.k.a. I can't remember the brand! :: ]

What I wore for Friday's panel discussions!

[ :: Dorothy Perkins leopard print dress :: H&M belt :: F21 bag :: MaxStudio flats :: ]

What I wore for Saturday's Finale Runway Event!

[ :: ModCloth dress :: Calvin Klein tuxedo jacket :: F21 mary janes :: F21 bag :: earrings from Taiwan :: ]

Sorry for the poor photo quality--I didn't realize how few outfit shots I'd taken until I was going through my photos. I guess I was too busy enjoying all the amazing company! :D

Yours, Etc.

CurvyGirlChic

P.S. Have you entered the Mulberry for Target Giveaway yet? :D 

Sonsi FFFWeek(end)™ Update!



Hey loves!

Sonsi Full Figured Fashion Week(end)™ is just 8 days away! I'm so excited to attend as a member of the Curvy Collective and am so looking forward to meeting everyone! We're also hosting a panel discussion that I hope everyone can attend--The State of the Curvy Community will be addressing "the current state of the plus-size community and the significance of Full Figured Fashion Week(end)™, through the eyes of the industry’s leaders, bringing different perspectives from various experiences and points of view."

The panel includes some amazing people--Sharon Quinn (The Original Runway Diva), Reah Norman (PLUS Model Mag), Heinrich Saint-Germain (Judgment of Paris), Kelly Price (R&B Artist), and Judge Karen Mills-Francis. Can't wait to see this passionate group of people in action! :)

The discussion will take place at 6:00pm Friday October 29th--hope you can all make it! :D Tickets can be found here!

Yours, Etc.
CurvyGirlChic

FFFWeek(end)™ Update: DESIGNERS!

If you're anything like me, the part of Full Figured Fashion Week(end)™ you're looking forward to most is the Finale Runway Event! :) I was so excited when I saw the list of designers, which are:

Faith21+

SONSI (also the Title Sponsor!)

Sealed with a Kiss

Kiyonna

Igigi by Yuliya Raquel

Hips and Curves

DKNY Collection for Lane Bryant

Chan.nel Karama

Jill Alexander Designers

Plush Boutique

Sassi Rebel Clothing

Fashion to Figure Stores

More specifically, I'm incredibly excited to see what new designs Chan.nel Karama has up her sleeves, since her last show blew everyone away at FFFWeek in NY! :) I'm also thrilled to see that Hips and Curves will be showing--it's definitely going to be a hottt show! haha :)

If you haven't purchased your tickets yet, you can do so here! Let me know if you're coming--I'd love to meet you! :)

Yours, Etc.

CurvyGirlChic

FFFWeek(end)™ LA

Hi lovelies! :D


As NYFW chugs along, we in the Plus Size Fashion Community can start gearing up for FFFWeek(end)™ in LA! :D Sponsored by Sonsi, this 3 day long event will be packed with events! I'm most looking forward to the Silent Auction benefiting the LA Komen for aCure Foundation, the State of the Curvy Community discussion, and of course, the Finale show and Masquerade Afterparty! :D


Thursday, October 28
6:00 PM - 10:00 PM: Full Figured Fashion Week(end)™ Opening Reception and Silent Auction Fundraiser

Friday, October 29
10:00 AM - 12:00 PM: The Voluptuous Woman Company, Inc® presents “The PLUS Side of Business” 
1:00 PM - 3:00 PM: New and Aspiring Models Panel Discussion/Seminar
4:00 PM - 6:00 PM: The State of the Curvy Community - A Panel Discussion
7:00 PM - 11:00 PM: Designer Trunk Sale and Shopping Event (I'm going to be ALL OVER THIS!)

Saturday, October 30
Semi Formal Finale Runway Event (Plaza Pavilion)
5:30 - 6:30 PM: VIP Red Carpet Arrivals and Cocktail Reception (by invitation only)
6:00 PM: Doors Open for General Admission Arrivals
7:00 PM: Runway Show Begins
10:00 PM: Masquerade After Party (The X Bar at the Hyatt Regency)


I'll be attending as part of the Curvy Collective (yay!) so will be keeping you lovely readers in the loop about FFFWeek(end)™ goings-ons regularly. I'm sure Twitter will soon be flooded with FFFWeek news--you can follow along with me at @CurvyGirlChic or checking out the #sonsifffweek hashtag! :)


Yours, Etc.
CurvyGirlChic