The little black dress (LBD) is one outfit that can flatter and enhance a woman’s shape regardless of her age or body size. Yet many women overlook this wardrobe staple because they think that it can be a little drab. But if you get the basics right – the cut and fabric, for example – then you can create a look  that’s anything but boring and one that shows others how the little black dress should be worn.

When shopping for the perfect LBD, look for something in a slightly heavy fabric as this will help to give a smooth and sleek look. A heavy fabric will also hang better and camouflage any bumps you don’t want to draw attention to. Fabric is especially important if you’re on the large size. Try a double-layered jersey dress as you’ll find that the first layer clings to your bumps while the second layer falls smoothly over your body giving a sleek look.

When wearing a black dress, choose accessories that sparkle and shine. Big bold jewelry will complement a black dress and draw attention to your neck, décolletage, and face, and away from certain other areas of your body.

If your LBD is strapless or has spaghetti straps don’t wear a shawl to hide the top half of your body, as this will give the impression of insecurity. Instead, wear a cardigan that complements your outfit.

Always remember to take your body shape into account when choosing your LBD.

Tall
Fit is all important. Make sure that the dress fits in all the right places: The waist falls at your natural waist and the dress doesn’t look too short (the hem should sit just above or at your knee).

Pear Shape
Choose a dress with interesting detail on the top half to draw attention away from your bottom half. Choose a dress in heavy fabric that will help create a smooth silhouette.

Apple Shape
A dress with ruching (gathered layers of fabric) in the middle section will help to give the appearance of a slimmer midsection. Detail on the top half of the dress will draw attention to this area and away from the middle of your body.

Petite
Choose a dress with delicate and interesting detail which won’t swamp your petite frame.

Large Chest
A flowing, fuller skirt will help to create a sleek look. A v-neck is flattering but make sure that it’s not too deep.

Small Chest
You can wear spaghetti straps and low necklines (e.g. deep v-necks). To enhance your bust, choose a dress with extra fabric around the bust line or one that has a built-in bra which will enhance your natural shape.

It’s worth investing a little time and effort in finding the perfect LBD, because if you get this look right, it’s one that you will return to again and again.

How to Buy the Perfect Little Black Dress is a post from: Plus Size Clothing Scoop.

The Alison Hammond range at Yours Clothing is due to be launched at the end of March and Alison is currently recruiting real plus size women who can help her to model her range once launched.

If you think you could model the Alison Hammond range then send a photograph of yourself to press@yoursclothing.co.uk or to the following mailing address: Yours Clothing Press Office, 1184 Lincoln Road, Werrington, Peterborough, Cambs, PE4 6LA.

The closing date for entries is Friday, 26th March at 5p.m. Three winners will be chosen by
Alison Hammond herself and will receive an all expenses paid trip to the exclusive launch. They will also receive items from the range that they can personally select!

What are you waiting for girls? Send in your photo! Good luck to all.

Yours Clothing Model Search for the Alison Hammond Range is a post from: Plus Size Clothing Scoop.

If you’re a curvy fashionista, then you know by now that corsets have made a comeback… and not just for lingerie anymore. The best news is that this fashion trend is not just for straight sizes anymore. You can find various corsets perfect both for those intimate moments, and for a night out, at various plus size stores online.

Did you know that corsets were actually originally designed for curvy figures? A great-fitting corset will slim you in just the right places and gently shape your body. Pair them with a fun jacket or shrug and a sleek pair of jeans or slacks, and all eyes will definitely be on you.

Figuresque carry a nice selection of plus size corsets, and for a limited time only you can get 15% off when you purchase one of their new corsets just by using coupon code 15OFF. This offer ends on 15th March, 2010.

Plus Size Corsets Making a Comeback is a post from: Plus Size Clothing Scoop.

Tomorrow is Mother’s Day in the UK and Ireland, and to help you shop for a perfect Mother’s Day gift Yours Clothing is letting your save £2 off every order. You have until midnight on Sunday, 14th March to claim this voucher, which can be used on as many orders as you wish! Simply enter the following coupon code into the discount voucher box at checkout: mothersday.

Whilst you’re at Yours Clothing, make sure you check out the clearance section, as hundreds of new items have been added to this section over the week.

£2 Off at Yours Clothing is a post from: Plus Size Clothing Scoop.

I’m not sure whether everyone is familiar with a section we have added to Pasazz.net a few months ago, called the Curvy Coupon Club, so I wanted to quickly post about it to make sure you are all aware of this new section. Over here at the scoop we update you on an almost daily basis with the latest curvy fashion news, style tips, collections and also sales.

However, since I know a lot of you come here looking for ways to save some dollars whilst shopping online, and who doesn’t like a discount anyway, I created a separate section focused exclusively on providing daily coupon codes redeemable at the different full figured stores online. This section is the Curvy Coupon Club.

On the main page you can see the latest coupon codes available, and each post includes the specific code you need to use and the expiry date of that particular offer. So we do not make you sign up to anything, or click anywhere to find out the codes that will save you money. Everything is laid out for you, in an easy to find manner. You can also browse through the available coupon codes by store through the menu on the left hand side.

You can keep up to date with the Curvy Coupon Club by subscribing to the RSS feed, or subscribing to receive our free email updates. You can also find the Curvy Coupon Club on Facebook, where we also update our page with the latest coupons. So now you have no excuse! Keep updated with the Curvy Coupon Club and save when shopping!

The video below gives you a quick tour around the site.

So, are you part of the Curvy Coupon Club yet?

Introducing the Curvy Coupon Club is a post from: Plus Size Clothing Scoop.

City Chic have this week added a number of exciting new styles to their collection… I picked a number of my favorites here to share with you all.

Lurex Motif Frill Tunic – This tunic features a gorgeous lurex motif on neckline, with cute frill detail on edges!

Graffiti Silver Swirl Top – Long top with crossover bust and silver swirl designs on front.

Graffiti Glitter Leopard Stud Zip Top – Off the shoulder sleeve top with thick straps featuring small diamante details. This fun number includes large glitter leopard print on front and large basque with side zips.

Glitter Flower Mesh Contrast Lining Dress – Lined plus size dress with adjustable straps, self tie fabric belt, elasticised back and features a glitter design throughout. Love this one!

Denim Zip Trim Dress – Scoop neck dress featuring elastic belt and denim skirt with two handy pockets.

Lightweight Check Jacket – Lightweight check plus size jacket featuring buttoned tabs on shoulders, buttoned front pockets, fabric loops on collar (ribbed) and a ribbed basque.

Chiffon Longline Ruffle Hem Print Top – Longline chiffon tunic top with pretty ruffles on hem, and featuring patchwork print and self tie on bust.

Bengaline Zip Jegging – Bengaline jegging with faux pockets, featuring functioning zip at leg ends.

Exciting New Arrivals at City Chic is a post from: Plus Size Clothing Scoop.

Size Up has been running a great promotion of the past days, enabling you to save 20% on your order when using coupon code BESTPRICE. This sale is ending very soon, at midnight today 12th March, 2010. So, if you haven’t already done so… go on to Size Up to have a look at the stylish clothing they offer at amazingly low prices. Besides a vast range of plus size women’s wear up to size 32, Size Up also offer a wide range of plus size men’s wear up to size 6XL!

Save 20% at SizeUp – Ending Soon is a post from: Plus Size Clothing Scoop.

Evans, the leading UK plus size clothing store, which ships to several countries worldwide including the US, has today just launched an online exclusive half price sale. So what does that mean? A variety of stylish Evans clothing are now marked at half the price! From casual tops, to dresses and tunics, to boots, shoes and even lingerie, now at 50% off.

This sales starts today only online, and will launch in stores on Monday 15th March. So be ahead of the curve, and shop this super sale online over the weekend!

Evans Half Price Sale: Online Exclusive is a post from: Plus Size Clothing Scoop.

A new selection of plus size swimsuits from Liz Claiborne has just been added at Swimsuits For All. Let’s have a look at some of the gorgeous new arrivals…

Liz Claiborne Dottie Plus Size Swimdress Swimsuit – A playful swimdress that is convenient, comfortable and flattering.  The polka-dot pattern is contrasted with a striped V-insert at the neckline, providing extra coverage in the bust area.  The full coverage swimdress hides your hips and minimizes your rear and thighs, while the polka-dot and tummy control slim your tummy. Available in sizes 16W to 22W and retails at $188.

Liz Claiborne Winter Fields Plus Size Halter Tankini Swimsuit – This flirty and feminine tankini will have you feeling glamorous on the beach and by the pool.  The white floral pattern pops against the black background, creating a slimming effect for your tummy.  The sexy V-neckline and ruffle trim enhance your bust and complete this desirable and flattering look. Available in sizes 16W to 24W and retails at $118.

Liz Claiborne Dottie Plus Size Tankini Swimsuit – Steal the show in this sweet and sexy tankini! The playful polka-dots contrast nicely with the solid black brief bottom and draw attention away from your tummy.  The deep V-neckline and banded empire waist enhance your bust and create a flattering silhouette for any figure. Currently available in sizes 16W to 22W and costs $118.

Liz Claiborne Razzle Dazzle Plus Size Skirtini Swimsuit – Get ready for fun in this fantastically bold skirtini.  The rainbow watermark pattern is dazzling and will draw attention away from your tummy.  The v-neckline and twist front enhance your bust, while the empire waist supports it.  The skirted black bottom provides extra coverage and adds a feminine touch, flattering any figure. Currently available in sizes 16W to 24W and retails at $130.

New Plus Size Swimsuits from Liz Claiborne is a post from: Plus Size Clothing Scoop.

‘This Mornings Showbiz’ reporter and ex-Big Brother (UK) house mate Alison Hammond is currently collaborating with Yours Clothing on a clothing line which is due to be launched shortly!

Alison will be selecting a range of clothes to create the “Alison Hammond for Yours Clothing” – a range of real clothes for real women. The upcoming range reflects Alison and Yours Clothing’s passion for promoting on-trend fashionable clothes for real women just like her and the range will be available exclusively online at www.yoursclothing.co.uk.

I had a chance to speak with Alison briefly yesterday about this exciting new line, and this is what she had to say: “Yours Clothing asked me to choose a range, and I really wanted to choose a real range for real women! It’s a range that will fit but flatter, be quality on trend, but at a good price!”

She’s the UK’s biggest star and 2008’s ‘Most Popular TV Presenter’. Alison has notched up over 7 years on UK screens as the people’s favourite with a personality you can never forget!

It’s her unforgettable charm and sense of fun that rate her number one with the celebrities too: she’s tap danced with Renee Zellwegger, rapped with Will Smith, jammed with Russell Crowe and had Pierce Brosnan begging for more. Known for her quick wit, style and big heart, nobody gets a better interview than Alison.

Alison is also an accomplished actress having appeared in various TV dramas, notably: Boon, Chalkface, Locksmith, Yes and 3 series of the BAFTA awards winning Palace Hill. She’s larger than life and she’s ready to take Yours Clothing by storm.

Visit Yours Clothing to find out more and be in with a chance of winning some of the range!

Yours Clothing to Launch Alison Hammond Plus Size Range is a post from: Plus Size Clothing Scoop.

Looking for plus size denim jeans or skirts? If so make sure you check out the denim section over at Roaman’s to browse through their wide selection, and also take advantage of a super offer they’re currently running: buy one, and get the second one free!

Here’s how to get your free plus size denim item:

1. Place two or more denim items from this special category into your shopping bag. (Note: this offer does not apply to denim items purchased on OneStopPlus)

2. For each item select, your 2nd item of equal or lesser value will be free, if eligible. For example, if you select 2 items, the lower priced item will be free. If you select 4 items, the 2 lowest priced items will be free, and so on.

3. The discount will automatically be applied to your order, if eligible.

This offer ends midnight EST on 4th April, 2010. So hurry ladies and head over to Roaman’s today.

Roaman’s Plus Size Denim: BOGO Free is a post from: Plus Size Clothing Scoop.

The Longitude and Delta Burke swimwear collection at Swimsuits For All is now looking a whole lot better! Not that it didn’t used to, but now for a limited time, you can take an extra 25% off these top brands that are already marked down by 30% to 50%.

Just use coupon code SPECIAL25 at checkout for the additional discount to be applied. This offer is until 14th March, 2010.

25% Off Already Discounted Longitude & Delta Burke Swimwear is a post from: Plus Size Clothing Scoop.

Yesterday I posted part 1 of the video Monif C created to show plus size women out there how to tie up the Monif C convertible dress, which is a super versatile garment. Today we’re posting the second part of the video, which shows you even more ways how to tie up the dress. Enjoy, and learn.

Remember you can find the convertible dress at Monif C online!

How to Tie Up the Monif C Convertible Dress – Part 2 is a post from: Plus Size Clothing Scoop.

If you’re a woman with larger than a size ten foot, you’ve probably known the agony of a shopping trip to the mall with your girlfriends when everyone suddenly decides you should all stop and try on shoes.  It’s a cliché–women LOVE shoes.  Trying on shoes together is a classic modern-day female bonding experience–except when you’re the one that gets put in charge of watching everyone’s purse because the store doesn’t carry your size.  Women whose feet reach beyond a socially acceptable length are faced with the dilemma of trying to cram their feet into size tens in something reminiscent of a Chinese foot-binding ritual, or else find a way to make giant sneakers and Birkenstock sandals look appropriate for a glamorous night out on the town.  There’s no reason that women with plus-sized feet should still feel relegated to the flip-flop aisle at CVS.  There are a few smart online retailers that are looking to corner the market on plus-sized footwear and are willing to cater to the needs of women who go beyond size ten.

Zappos.com
Zappos offers women’s shoes in half-sizes up to size 14 ½ and in full-sizes up to size 17.  Zappos selection is pretty good through size 16 and then starts to get limited to sandals and sneakers in the larger sizes, but there are some exceptions. Zappos offers free-shipping on all orders inside the United States with no minimum purchase required.  They even offer free shipping on any items that you want to return or exchange.

• Sizes: Half-sizes up to 14 ½, full-sizes up to 19
• Price Range: From $20 up to $800+ for high-fashion items, most items in the $30-$60 range.

Payless Shoe Source
Payless Shoesource offers a wide variety of styles up to size 13, with no half-sizes after 11 ½ .  Payless franchise stores are everywhere, and if they’re not where you are, you can order from Payless online.  Payless definitely offers the most affordable option for women looking for large-size shoes.  Some of their cutest shoes start at $7.99, and the store often offers “Buy One/Get One Half Off” sales to make the savings even bigger.  If you’re ordering online, Payless offers a flat shipping rate of $5.95 for all orders, no matter how many items are included.

• Sizes: Full-sizes 10-13
• Price range: $5-$40, most items in the $10-$25 range

DesignerShoes.com
DesignerShoes.com probably offers the widest selection of large-size women’s shoes on the Internet.  DesignerShoes.com carries half-sizes through size 11 ½ and full-sizes up to size 16.  The selection diminishes as the shoe sizes get higher, but up to size 14 still has a pretty extensive selection of casual and dress shoes for the large-footed woman.  DesignerShoes.com includes a bridal and prom section, a teen section, casual and dressy styles, and even a Vegan shoe selection.  DesignerShoes.com offers free shipping within the United States for orders over $75.

• Price range: From sale items for $29.99 to couture items for $250.  Most items are in the $50-100 range

Where to Find Large-Size Women’s Shoes is a post from: Plus Size Clothing Scoop.

Here is Kiyonna’s latest addition, the stylish Jada Faux Wrap Dress that I am loving today.

This simple and yet very figure flattering faux wrap silhouette features a modern mosaic print in shades of green, blue, white and black. The uniquely angled kimono sleeves add a sense of chic style to this dress. This dress retails at $116 and is available in sizes OX (10-12) to 5X (30-32).

Besides these colors, this dress is also available in a floral print featuring shades of red, black and white, pictured below. Another goregeous option, though I think I prefer the green mosaic one as it includes a very unique mix of colors. Which one do you prefer?

Jada Faux Wrap Dress from Kiyonna is a post from: Plus Size Clothing Scoop.

The convertible dress is Monif C’s best selling garment. It’s available in a multitude of colors and you can tie up this dress in over 50 different ways. If you have looked at this dress before, where tempted at buying it, and then got discouraged because you thought it would be way too complicated to tie up on your own, then you have to watch Monif C’s latest video. In this Monif C talks about hoe you can tie up the convertible dress, and an actual customer shows you ways how to tie this up in your own.

To be honest I am one of those who were once very tempted to purchase this convertible dress, but thought it was way too complicated. Though this video definitely shed some hope! I haven’t bought it yet… but I am thinking about it! Will definitely keep you updated.

Watch out for part 2 of the video coming up tomorrow, which shows your even more ways how to tie up this dress.

How to Tie Up the Monif C Convertible Dress – Part 1 is a post from: Plus Size Clothing Scoop.

As you know Swimsuits For All offers a unique selection of swimsuits for women of all shapes and sizes. For a limited time only, you can get 10% off their fit and flatter swimwear! Just use coupon code 10OFF at checkout for the discount to be applied.

But don’t delay, this offer is only valid until 9th March, 2010.

10% Off Fit & Flatter Solutions at Swimsuits For All is a post from: Plus Size Clothing Scoop.

Plus size comedian and actress Mo’Nique won the Oscar for best supporting actress for her role in ‘Precious’, yesterday during the 82nd Academy Awards.

I think she looked stunning in her gown! Will post more later on this week about the fashions worn at the Oscars, but had to post about Mo’Nique’s great accomplishment first.

This is what she had to say after winning the Oscar…
“I would like to thank the Academy for showing that it can be about the performance and not the politics. … Thank you so much to my amazing husband, Sidney. Thank you for showing me that sometimes you have to forgo doing what’s popular in order to do what’s right. And baby, you were so right.”

Mo’Nique Wins Academy Award for Best Supporting Actress is a post from: Plus Size Clothing Scoop.

SWAK Designs has added some gorgeous pieces to their inventory, part of their pre-Spring collection. Featuring stylish print designs these new dresses and blouse are a great Spring addition to a plus size fashionista’s wardrobe.

The Jocelyn Print Dress, available in sizes 1X to 4X, is a two-in-one dress combining silky smooth fabric with comfy and stretchy fit. The Joyce Print Blouse features the same print found in the Jocelyn dress, but is accentuated with flattering ruffles, and is a piece which can easily take you from day to night. The blouse is available in sizes 1X to 6X.

Check out the video below for a close look at both of these dresses:

Posh Spring Prints from SWAK Designs is a post from: Plus Size Clothing Scoop.

SwimsuitsForAll have added a new selection of gorgeous plus size swimwear from designer Beach Belle. You can have a look at some of the styles on offer in the video below.

Beach Belle Plus Size Swimsuits is a post from: Plus Size Clothing Scoop.