Mimi's Curvy Corner Plus Size Fashion Blog

Mimi's Curvy Corner Heats Things Up With Spring 2008 Plus Size Fashion

2008-02-11T19:43:00.000-08:00

Hello Friends!

Forget the cold outside…and warm up with our sexy new Spring 2008 arrivals!
only at www.MimisCurvyCorner.com

SO WHAT’S HOT THIS SPRING?

* Bold citrus colors like limes, lemons, tangerines, etc.
* Fun floral prints & floral embellishments (Yes, curvy girls can wear floral prints.)
* Animal prints and earth tones
* Tie Dye and colorfade designs
* Semi-sheer feminine frocks with a slight touch of the “boyfriend look” such as a button-down top with trouser pants, ties, etc.
* The ultra feminine spring dress in a retro print

* HERE’S A SNEAK PEEK AT JUST SOME OF OUR NEWEST ARRIVALS *

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Because you are curvy, confident, and oh so beautiful!
Curvy Clothing & Lingerie Sizes 1X & Up!

5 Curvy Holiday Must-Haves

2007-12-07T17:08:00.000-08:00

Holiday parties can induce feelings from excitement to panic…that is…if you can’t find the perfect ensemble. Don’t settle for blasé this year! Accentuate your curves in a way that only a fabulous curvy girl can!

Mimi’s top 5 holiday fashion must-haves this holiday season:

1) Holiday Sparkle: The key is in the embellishment and color. Jewel tones like reds, teals, and deep blues can easily replace black and still look elegant.

2) Sexy Mules: High-heeled mules can go with everything from pants to the little black dress. A sexy metallic pair can even add the perfect amount of bling to your favorite little black dress.

3) Make-Up: Contrasting eyes and mouth are still very trendy this season. Try nude lips and smokey eyes or a bold lip color with lighter eyes. Just remember they should compliment each other, but not compete for attention.

4) Accessories: Choose “focal” pieces and don’t over-accessorize. All you have to do is add one shimmery piece to your outfit to glam it up! Choose a scarf, chandelier earrings, boutique ring, or even your shoes.

And last, but certainly not least:

5) Flaunt those curves with confidence! Nothing is more beautiful on a curvy woman than confidence in her own unique beauty and style.

Mimi's Newest Arrivals:

It's been a busy week here at Mimi's. Take a peek at some of our new arrivals:

And...Mimi's new Intimates, including Curvation, Lilyette, & Goddess up to 44F

2007-11-29T10:14:00.000-08:00

Hi Friends,

We just wanted to share this recent review of one of our newest arrivals: the sexy little black holiday dress available in 1X - 5X. Thanks to About.com for the kind words!

Checking Out a Cocktail Dress Over at Mimi's

Guide Rating -

Vendor's Site

Cocktail dresses from Mimi's Curvy Corner are pretty exciting pieces, with a budget-friendly price and lovely effortless style.

Quality

I thought that the quality of this dress hit its affordable priceline perfectly. It's simple enough to be worn regularly (especially during the holidays) in terms of cost-per wear, but the good quality means that it can stand up to multiple washings. I do recommend handwashing due to the nature of the fabric, which is both pleated and sequined.

The Slim Factor

This dress from Mimi's Curvy Corner has instant slim appeal. While you may just see a sequined front panel that's perfect for parties, there's more! We should all embrace our curves, but there's something very exciting about putting on a dress that makes your waist look substantially smaller and your bust just a tad more perky. This black dress has "party classic" written all over it, but that's not all. The contoured sequined panel is slightly hourglass-shaped to give your bod a little extra kick.

Plus, you get the convenience of a sash. You can tie it on the side, loop it around and tie it in the back, or even tie it in the front. No matter what you chose, you're defining your waist even further-- and comfortably.

Versatility

This dress can be dressed up and down to suit lots of special occasions. You can get a clean silhouette even if you add layers: the nipped-in waist allows you to wear sweaters that hit at the waist or little shrugs that cover up your shoulders. The mid-length skirt lends itself to both high heels and flats comfortably-- you won't need to worry about a too-short party skirt or a skirt that hits knee-high boots at an awkward angle.

Sizing

I'd say that this dress run slightly small, so it's important to check out the measurements over at Mimi's Curvy Corner. This particular dress seems ever-so-slightly smaller than many dresses of the same size, but the good news is that it is available up to size 5X!

Mimi
www.MimisCurvyCorner.com
Because you are curvy, confident, and oh so beautiful!

Introducing Mimi’s New Luscious Lingerie

2007-11-22T11:36:00.000-08:00

Mimi's is proud to present the newest arrivals in our Luscious Lingerie collection!

They're soft, stunning, and sexy...and available in 1X and up.

And remember to take 25% off thru November 26 with coupon code NOV07.

Mimi
www.MimisCurvyCorner.com
Because you are curvy, confident, and oh so beautiful!

A Special Thanks to YOU!

2007-11-22T11:15:00.000-08:00

To All Of Our Curvy Friends,

As a special "Thank You" to our customers, we are giving you 25% off your next purchase by using coupon code NOV07 thru Monday, November 26th.

Wishing you and your families a wonderful Thanksgiving!
From Mimi and the staff at Mimi's Curvy Corner

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Give Your Favorite Curvy Girl The Gift That Let's Her Choose!

2007-11-19T21:18:00.000-08:00

It's the perfect gift for any occasion...it's the gift that lets her choose!

It's perfect for holidays, birthdays, anniversaries, & more...

What is it? It's Mimi's Gift Certificates!
Why not let her choose the perfect tops, dress, jeans, or more?

Back by popular demand, Mimi's Curvy Corner has restocked personalized gift certificates in denominaitons of $25, $50, $75, and $100. They are redeemable at www.MimisCurvyCorner.com. Use as cash with no restrictions and no expiration date.

Want to give her a gift she can open?
We can send your personalized gift certificate to arrive via mail.

Are you a last-minute gift-giver?
You can send your personalized gift certificate electronically to your recipient.

Either way, she's going to love it!

Mimi
www.MimisCurvyCorner.com
Because you are curvy, confident, and oh so beautiful!

A Peek into Mimi's Mail

2007-11-18T20:53:00.000-08:00

I just had to share this latest email from one of our customers. Once I read through it, all I could do was stare at my computer screen and say, "WOW!" This is, by far, one of the most touching emails I have ever received:

Just HAD to tell you. I wore this top for our family portraits this evening with a pretty red pants/jacket. My husband did not want me to wear the jacket in any pictures. Later he told me he loved my shirt and he especially liked one picture with the two of us in it. He said it really showed off my "assets". He is headed to Iraq very soon-for the third time....we are quite upset....but he requested that picture to take with him. He said when he was really missing me...he could at least look! Ha! That was a nice compliment. My 20-year-old daughter also loved all my new tops. Thanks for making me feel good about myself even though I am not a size 8! I suffer from depression, but tonight it was far, far away...you are the best!!!! K.C.

This is why we do what we do...we hope to help all curvy women find the confidence to see the true beauty within themselves.

Thank you so much, K.C., for sharing this with me. I am so honored that you allowed us to touch your life in this way.

Mimi

www.MimisCurvyCorner.com

Because you are curvy, confident, and oh so beautiful!

’Tis The Season To Be Curvy

2007-11-13T17:34:00.001-08:00

Hello Friends!

The holidays are quickly approaching, and we are stocking up on gorgeous new holiday tops, dresses, and more!

Remember to browse our holiday collection to find that special outfit to flatter your curves this holiday season.

We are stocking our online catalog this entire week, so remember to check back for more styles!

Best of all…lots are available up to 6X too!

* Here's a peek at just some of our new arrivals *

* Sale of the Week *

* Free Shipping on orders over $75 within the U.S.
* Save up to 40% throughout our store…just look for the redtag markdowns!
Tops starting as low as $16. Limited time only.

Have a wonderful week!

Mimi
www.MimisCurvyCorner.com
Because you are curvy, confident, and oh so beautiful!
Curvy Clothing & Lingerie Sizes 1X & Up!

New Gothic Glam Corset Tops Have Arrived!

2007-11-13T17:31:00.001-08:00

Back by popular demand...

Our new fall line of gothic glam corset tops have arrived! They're curvy, unique, and oh-so-chic

From Big and Boxy To Curvaceous Beauty

2007-11-13T17:30:00.000-08:00

Last week we talked about knowing your measurements for a good fit. Now, let's delve further into this…
Once we know our measurements, we should next choose a fitted style.

Ladies, I can't stress this enough…nothing is less flattering than a large boxy top! For some reason, we curvy girls have been taught to wear extra loose-fitting, unflattering garments to hide our curves. Nothing could look less flattering. We need to choose tops that hug our curves, not hide them. Now, I'm not talking about clothing that is overly clingy or 100% spandex…I'm talking fitted.

Wouldn't you rather help to create a more curvy, hourglass shape than to just look boxy and wide? Well, I would! Let's put away the tent-inspired styles and let's choose styles that fit properly and flaunt our curves…I guarantee you will never go wrong when choosing a curve-enhancing style instead of a curve-hiding style!

Here are some of our newest curvy-enhancing styles this week:

Mimi
www.MimisCurvyCorner.com
Because you are curvy, confident, and oh so beautiful!

Know Your Measurements 101

2007-11-13T17:29:00.000-08:00

Fashion Tip Of The Week:

It's simple, and it will ensure you a satisfying shopping experience each and every time…
know your measurements.
Did you know that not all sizes are created equal? For some manufacturers, a 3X could measure up to a 44" bust while another could measure up to a 50" bust!

But don't fret!
Mimi's Curvy Corner will help you get the right fit every time! We provide unstretched measurements for each of our items…and the details are all included in each item's description. All you have to do is follow our measurement guide at http://www.mimiscurvycorner.com/MimisMeasurementGuide.html -- and have your bust, waist, and hip measurements handy while shopping! Sounds easy, right?

Well, there's more…fabric also plays a role in how a garment will fit. The good news is that we also provide fabric content for each item. Here's a brief lesson on some of the most popular fabrics used in today's fashions:

* Cotton: A natural and highly absorbent fabric mainly used for t-shirts, bed sheets, denim, and more. It is the least versatile fabric when used alone. However, it is sometimes blended with other fibers, including Rayon/Viscose, and synthetic fibers such as polyester to provide a better stretch.

* Rayon: Also knows as Viscose. Produced from naturally occurring polymers. Rayon/Viscose is a very versatile fiber and has the same comfort properties as natural fibers. It can imitate the feel and texture of silk, wool, cotton, and linen. Rayon/Viscose fabrics are soft, smooth, cool, comfortable, and highly absorbent, but they do not insulate body heat, making them ideal for use in hot and humid climates. It's actually more breathable than cotton! It also adds a great comfortable stretch blended with any fabric.

* Polyester: The most widely used manufactured fiber in the U.S. Polyester fabrics may exhibit other advantages over natural fabrics, e.g., improved wrinkle resistance. As a result, polyester fibers are often spun together with other fibers to produce a cloth with blended properties. Depending on the blend, you can either get a soft, silky fabric or a more versatile cotton-feel fabric.

* Spandex: Known for it's incredible stretch. Great when blended with other fabrics for a more comfortable fit. It is lightweight, soft and smooth, and resistant to body oils, perspiration, lotions, and detergents.

And, as always, we're always here to help. So, please do not hesitate to contact us if you have any questions.

Mimi
www.MimisCurvyCorner.com
Because you are curvy, confident, and oh so beautiful!

Should Curvy Girls Wear Prints...Or (Gasp!) What About a Floral Print?

2007-11-13T17:26:00.000-08:00

I was recently asked: Do you think curvy women should wear prints?
My response was: Of course!

Why should our fashion choices be limited to dark colors? Mimi's Curvy Corner believes in embracing our curves and looking our best. Black is sexy and slimming, and there is a place for that (It happens to be my favorite color!)...but who said we don't look just as beautiful in other colors?

I often hear: But prints and embellishments make us look bigger.
My response is: Well, what about wearing the right prints and accessories?

If that is your concern, then how about opting for a vertical stripe instead of horizontal? Or, how about a larger print (yes, even florals!) with lots of background color for just the right look? And, yes, we can wear tops with sashes and belts and embellishments!

For example, the vertical stripe in the top below is very figure flattering and the belt trim helps to create more of an hourglass figure. And the colors...diva-licious!

And this floral? Gorgeous...and very figure flattering! The longer length helps to elongate the body and the sexy bust draws attention to the curves you want to be noticed most.

Now here's a fun print! You see lots of beautiful earth tones in between the retro swirls print, and the mock belt waist - again - helps to create more of an hourglass figure.

And for those of us who just love black (don't we all?)...try something with a fabulous trim or embellishment as seen below.

Whatever your personal style or taste, remember to embrace your unique beauty and your curves...and don't be afraid to step out of the box!

Mimi
www.MimisCurvyCorner.com
Because you are curvy, confident, and oh so beautiful!

Welcome to Mimi's Curvy Corner!

2007-11-13T17:18:00.000-08:00

Hello All--

Welcome to Mimi's Curvy Corner blog. Our online plus size boutique caters to curvy divas in trendy women's & junior plus clothing and lingerie in sizes 1X and up. You can shop with us for trendy tops, fabulous jeans, sexy lingerie, and more. Mimi's is best known for it's fashion-forward clothing line, superb customer service, and low prices.

Visit us at www.MimisCurvyCorner.com to browse our gorgeous collection. And, don't forget to sign up for our newsletter to be the first to know about inventory updates, sales, and promotions.

Thanks for visiting.
Mimi
www.MimisCurvyCorner.com