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A Seamstress For The Full Figured   By: Jimivega. 

 Reposted July 2025

   Here’s one for my Plus Size women. This is something that I wanted to share and blog about for a while now, I’ll try to make it short, but first allow me to share a short story with you about a shopping experience in Brownsville, a section of Brooklyn on Picken Ave. My neighborhood. It’s a retail section where items are relatively inexpensive and, in some cases, you can pretty much name your price—if it’s within reason.

After admiring a shirt in the store window, I had decided to step inside and check it out, I inspected the garment and approached the salesman, I told him that I would buy the shirt, but under one condition. The condition was for him to cut the long sleeves short, and to cut the collar down to a Chinese collar style, or in a like a mock-neck fashion. (actually 2 conditions).He agreed and proceeded to make a phone call. Within minutes his colleague (a man short in stature) arrived from across the busy street. He was armed with the biggest scissors that I’ve ever seen. To this day I can swear that the scissors were bigger than he was. I watched him work the magic, and within 20 minutes he’d made the shirt look unbelievably unique to my style and an absolute must-have addition to my wardrobe. He’s now my tailor.

It’s a fact that if two women of the same size, wearing the same outfit can look very different in comparison, you agree? And it’s merely because one women’s 2X body can greatly differ from the next. (This observation goes for all sizes.)

     It’s also a fact that when your clothes fit well you feel good, and better about yourself…and when you feel good about yourself you have more confidence. Call it magic if you may but when you’re confident everything seems to always come together. It’s really not magic; it’s your energy flux. It’s the vibrations that your emitting…and it’s real. The laws of attraction. In short, Vibes given, Vibes received.

      It’s a good chance that the next plus size garment that you try on isn’t going to fit you as correctly as if you were a straight size, women. But it’s OK, some pieces aren’t as important, and you really don’t have to have the perfect fit. We have too much going on in our lives to try to change the minds of dress manufactures in changing garments for the perfect plus size world.

      Tailoring is a must for full figured women on much of the Plus Size garments you purchase. If it’s not because of the style and fashions, it’s for a downright better fit. It’s sometimes impossible to grab the colors and the styles straight off-of-the-rack and get that. Voluptuous women know this all too well. “It can become frustrating at times, and I just walk away”. Said an avid big girl shopper and longtime friend Cool Stacy C. “ She also added, “…and If you can’t carry my size in your store, then don’t try to sell it to me online”. The truth of the matter is that many retailers stores don’t think it’s cost effective to stock a healthy inventory of big girl stuff unless it’s a big girl store. Industries are starting to do a good job catching on.

      Some Full-Figured women can seamlessly play just about anything they wear with little to no alteration, but that’s a very few. I personally think that it’s more of an attitude than anything else. They seem to have that elusive “It” that just seems to work everything out whatever they wear. Like I said, very few women can pull that off.

It’s good to understand that most local dry-cleaning companies that advertise they offer alteration provide the very basic hem jobs and not too much more. Please don’t be fooled. You can hire a person to paint your house and wind up with an acceptable job, but it won’t be the same as having a professional painter do it. Dry cleaners are for cleaning your clothes, and not to change your garment to contour to your unique figure. There’re very few exceptions.

      A good seamstress will cut and alter the garment as if it were made just for you although it was purchased from the rack. They’re well experienced in the texture of material that’s best suited for your needs and give advice with personal opinion on the look, feel, and sensitivity of the material on the skin if you may have concerns. This is what they do. They’re most efficient in the cut and taking-in of a garment so that it will accentuate the positive lines in your figure and eliminate more of the unwanted. You’ll look in the mirror and barely recognize yourself. I can write a page on the many benefits of adding personal a seamstress to your phone contacts. A great seamstress will have you asking yourself “where have you been all of my adult life”.

    Of course, you don’t need a seamstress for everything but for some of your more essential articles of clothing you don’t just want to just settle. An excellent seamstress can make you look fabulous in just about anything. It’s essential that I also add that every woman has a style— it’s the one unchanging, overwhelming factor that dictates your look. There are fashion pieces that you’ll do, there’s fashion that you may consider, but then there’s pieces that you’ll pretty much stay clear of. The garment is simply just not your style nor your look. Stepping out of the box is fine but you’ll never step too far from home. You can bet a dollar on that.

    Prices on alteration work will vary, and in most cases, a job as simple as a hem will differ from one business to the next. A $40.00 dress with a $40.00 alteration cost prices on alteration work will vary, and in most cases, a job as simple as a hem will differ from one business to the next. A $40.00 dress with a $40.00 alteration cost may not scale right with you and your budget. That’s fine. Because honestly you could have brought two dresses for the price of that one but if you can stretch your money for the look that fits you better then it could be worth the money. It also beats say, “now you have two dresses that don’t fit right. It just might be worth it for that upcoming Family reunion, Class reunion, or maybe man reunion? Ahh, It’s up to you. Either way, instead of merely just wearing that outfit to your function, you could be workin’ it.

    I hope that This article at least planted a seed of alteration if nothing else. There’s plenty of information out there that will help you along. Realize that settling for what’s on the rack doesn’t have to be your best work. If you tried it on and you like it but it’s not the best fit? Or you think it will go great with your new shoes but it’s not entirely your size. Buy it!  When intending to visit a seamstress it’s better to make sure there’s enough material for him or her to work with. It’s OK to oversize when you leave enough room to take-in, take-up, or let-out your garment. This is still relevant today

Reposted July 2025

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Let’s face it, lingerie shirts are just cool. A nightshirt is another one of the most popular sleepwear styles that are both comfortable and suggestive enough to have your partner found wanting–and boy doesn’t that make you feel sexy. You will also love the way they make your companion eyes pop with excitement and desire.

Sure, putting on a man’s jerseys or his shirt is fine–especially in the mornings or after passionate love has been made, but lounging around the house with your own piece of lady’s Lingerie can be just as awesome. Here’s the tip:  Your private time home alone can easily become a super nice situation. Wearing a lingerie shirt fitted to fall at the mid-thigh or one size larger without panties or underwear is one of the greatest feelings. A Teddie or Babydoll can provide the same sensation. A nice glass of wine, a quiet night, smooth music on a radio night rhythm, and your tush barely exposed. Eighter a nice bedtime sleep or a morning at breakfast which can easily lead to the final round. Know that once you’ve gone Lingerie Shirt Commando you’ll never go back at bedtime.

It doesn’t matter what skin tone, body size or body shape a woman has, there’s definitely a collection of nightshirts that will suit anyone. For the playful and showy women, a teddy or a body-stocking is certain to make her and her partner happy. For the self-conscious, conservative and bashful ladies a chemise, gown, and robe. Maybe or sheer shirts are your best bet. You just have to find a shirt that will fit your frame. Show off the sexy silhouette of your body.

Try a 3 piece so you can add or take away the Robe and Panties. A Robe and Gown Combination is no doubt the best in wearing a fine negligee. Even elegant in its very basic form.  Shaken or stirred with this one. It’s the difference between serving rum or fine aged Cognac. Very seductive.  best used as a looker. A prelude for what’s to come. Don’t touch yet boys. No jewelry needed. It can be presented cold or fire hot.  like I said, Make’um wait.     

    When purchasing your Robe and Gown, make sure you purchase the correct size so that it looks great on your body frame. A robe that is too tight on you can be very uncomfortable. Remember, it’s a Robe. Best worn when cascading over the butt and breast, a natural flow. Mesmerizing, and tantilizing.  …no bumps etc. Too big, and it can get in the way and look unflattering, and too tight exposes bumps, etc. ( like anything else.  I won’t steer you wrong.

When buying robes and nightshirts think about the color and design that will highlight your best assets  (features for the well-groomed). If you have killer shapely legs and are gifted with full breasts then think about a lower cut nightshirt that will give emphasis to your ample blessings. If you’re not as shapely, that’s fine. Sheer lingerie looks great on any woman, Thin sheer reveals the best peek-a-boo exposure. Nipples up Ladies! The right fit will still bring out the best in your natural physique. **(I looked for a very french word for physique but it turned out that was it.)

But seriously ladies, ultimately the key on buying beautifully fitting robes and nightshirts is to find one that will make you feel comfortable, confident, and cool on the skin.

By Heather Ponicsan. Slightly.  Edited by Stacy C. for this publication.  We love you Heather.

Please Visit:  www.plussizeandsassy.com  It’s A Nice Time For A Cool Change!

Due to loose fitting nature of baby doll lingerie, it is easy to determine what size to buy. Babydolls are generally sized the same way as dresses (6, 8, 10 etc). Buy a babydoll in the same size as the dresses your partner wears.

Plus Size Women Sexy lingerie makes many full figured women uncomfortable the first time. If your partner has concerns about her size, baby doll lingerie is the perfect first step. Demonstrate that you respect her feelings (even if you don’t understand them) by choosing the babydoll carefully. Look for a piece that covers the areas that make her uncomfortable while drawing attention to her best assets.

On the Wild Side If your partner is confident and enjoys wearing sexy lingerie, consider more risqué babydoll styles. A barely-there fishnet or lace babydoll is sure to spice things up. Or consider an ultra-sheer babydoll in black, red or even white. Some styles are designed to expose and highlight your partner’s body rather than providing coverage.  By Amanda Cotterill.

Via Jimivega.

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By Amanda Cotterill

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Via Jimivega

Picture courtesy of Shirleys of Hollywood

By Plus Size And Sassy. (Enjoy the video’s)

I’ll spare you of the history of the wrap dress and talk a little bit about what you should know. My crazy objective here is to get you out of your comfort zone and get you ready for an up coming event. No matter where you purchase it from, this dress can be found at any price and worn during any occasion. I call this dress Figure Flattering although I’m not the only one. This dress is the best thing since chocolate cake. One Wrap Dress can be configured into so many different styles than your typical open back design:

– It Can be worn as a skirt

– Wrapped around and over the shoulders with capped sleeves

– Criss-crossed in the front

– Criss-cross the back. Criss-cross the Front and Back.

– Haltered

– Twisted Front

– Over the shoulder (Very Elegant) ect.

Know that these are just a few designs to fashion your Wrap. Trust me when I tell you that its versatility accounts for its popularity. If you’re the stylish adventurous type, you’ll find that you can explore a more risqué venture with Wraps are more versatile than others. Women who’s thinking about having just one Wrap in her wardrobe, should buy one that is less daring. Start out with something simple. Know that the longer and the more width of the actual wrap, (or the straps which make the wrap), the more different styles and fashions it can be worn, leaving it totally up to your imagination with every occasion. After you see the video’s you will want to run out and purchase one as soon as you can find a retailer. So don’t be intimidated with extra long straps. It’s made that way so you can work it, work it, work it! If you don’t think that you can handle it the strap length because you think that it may be too much then that’s fine. Put it off until your next purchase, but I do recommend you look for the nice strap width. There’s more than one way to skin a kat!

I recently purchased 50 Scarf Wraps Dresses and was surprised to learn that the dresses were restricted to fitting only my small sized customers because of the limits to the straps lengths. They could have provided for the medium and large figures if they would have just extended the straps. Don’t make this mistake after purchase only to discover that you cannot be creative and only wrap it once around you body.

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Many Wraps can begin splitting in the front as low as inches above the belly button. If you like the style of the dress, but you’re not comfortable with the cut because of it showing too much cleavage or open back, then you may want to incorporate an old fashion tube top or cami to cover with. But heed this risqué warning. If your breast size is greater than a D cup or larger and you’re not wearing a tube or cami top, YOU WILL BE GETTING PLENTY ATTENTION!  This is the “No scouts allowed zone”. So if you don’t want the extra stares and glares cover it up. This is where the deep V neck may make or break you so be careful…or fearless. You may even consider wearing a strapless bra for the night.

Let’s face it, a dress is a dress and they can hide problem areas. Once the material peers off of the breast, hips or a bulged area it cascades over the hump like a waterfall making dresses outstanding for a good look, comfort and self esteem. In this way Wraps are no different. But unlike other dresses you can accentuate your curves with just a pull here and a snug there. Hence the name Wrap Dresses. Point blank, this bad boy offers a wider range of comfort, fashion, and styling than many one piece dresses on the market that can be fashioned and worn for a business engagement, or an elegant evening out.

The Wrap Dress has been said by some fashionistas that it’s best worn by slender to medium sized women. Some say that the dress showcases the curvy woman better. The truth is, Wrap Dresses can very well be worn by voluptuous women as well as the slender. In fact it is said that if a slender women and a curvy women wore the same dress, they would equally bring the house down. Petite women can still rock the dress with marginal upper or lower body structures. I think that curvy woman, no matter what size, can look  sensational pulling this one off. Diane Von Furstenberg really put this one together.

Depending on the material is being used, they can be quite fitting on a women’s figure, and work best in eliminating mid-section bumps and bulges. So watch the fit and material. Many published articles will inform you of the traditional fabric that is used in the design of Wrap Dresses and traditionally their right. But in the scheme of globalization overseas manufactures are pulling out all the stops making these dresses with different fabrics blends with as much as 5 to 7% spandex, making them very fitted, and Figure Flattering.

I know women that just must have all styles and fashions of dress in their wardrobe arsenal. . They simply must look beautiful wherever they go . Some women can wear just about anything and look good, and yes, some women have the money to do that.  But luckily with this Dress you too can achieve some of the same results. I never did follow the glamor girls too much. I think it’s good to experiment on what works for you. Find the 2 or 3 different style dresses that you’re comfortable working with and load up on them. For instance, if you find that a Wrap dress and a Sleek Dress really bring out the best in your figure. Fine. Stick with that style for now and keep it moving. Make sure that it makes you feel comfortable. That’s it! That your style.

I’ll add this little something extra if I will. Body shapers are well known and can be a regular part of your wardrobe. Most women use them to lose weight in hopes of a better shape with little or no effort —and that’s fine, but later to be disillusioned with the continual wear and discomfort. Before long it’s set aside with the rest of the things that could have been—the work out machine, Ab Roller…? Think about this, before preparing for that yearly Ball, Prom Night, Black Tie Affair, or Class Reunion, consider wrapping your upper bulge instead of the body shaper. I know what you may be thinking, but before incorporating them both, you may find that a sublte wrap might just do the trick in looking very impressive for the affair.

This article does not address Faux Wrap Dresses. There, a woman has very little creativity. There gorgeous  dresses and time savers that can be worn as a stylish average dress. A slip-on with faux straps (well, non straps) and a classy look. It’s the equivalent of a clip on tie that’s already made. Unless you find yourself surrounded by diva’s that clams to know everything, or even care about what you’re wearing in the first place, then I really don’t think that they’ll have anything to say. The faux slip-on can be well played.

…And in wearing a good outfit, accessorize, accessorize, accessorize! Don’t forget the jewelry. Don’t forget that you may be showing much chest and cleavage area ladies.  A killer matching necklace and earring set will divert the attention or accent it. Plan ahead. A modest bling does wonders for glamor presence.

Annnd Thatsit! Please feel free to comment. Ideas are appreciated.

So enjoy the videos, check out of the websites, and subscribe to my blog. Now go out and work that dress!

Great videos by: The Dessy Group and Eliza & Ethan.

Photo by: Butterbynadia.com

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Think you can’t work a red lip? Think again! Here’s how to create the perfect red pout and ooze classic Hollywood glamour.

That’s right ladies. You don’t need to be a Hollywood screen queen to pull off red lipstick – you can ALL wear it and look amazing!

According to makeup guru Napoleon Perdis, “Many women shy away from red but they’re missing out. Wearing a red lip is the fastest way to upgrade your image; it’s face-brightening, teeth-whitening, and mood altering.”

Red lips embody a classic, elegant and versatile look that never goes out of style.

To explain further and give you all some top tips for ravishing red lips, we’ve enlisted the expertise of Nicola Snell, make-up artist from Napoleon Perdis.

Can every woman wear red lipstick?
Yes! When thinking about wearing a red lipstick, channel your inner screen siren or favourite diva and use that confidence to help you carry your red lip. Confidence is the key and a bold lip is the perfect statement for ss 11/12

What kind of an impression do red lips create?
A red lip is classic, feminine and very powerful. Red is the colour of love and is very exciting, so it can create many different impressions. When I see a women wearing a red lip I instantly take a second glance.

Are there any skin tones or hair colours that should avoid red lips?
All skin tones and hair colours can rock a red lip. It comes down to the individual and what they feel most comfortable in. To test what colour red would best suit , try a test patch on the tip of your index finger, the colour on your index finger will be a closer shade to your natural lip tone than on the back of your hand. Experiment! that’s the beauty of make up it washes off if you decide to change your mind.

Are there any contexts or occasions when it should be avoided? (eg. like the office)
A red lip can work for any occasion. Just keep in mind the overall look of your makeup before you start applying. Do you want the eyes and lips to be both bold or perhaps something more subtle? Do as Napoleon does, if after 12 minutes you’re not convinced take it off and try something else.

What tone of red should women go for if they’ve never worn a red lipstick before?
Napoleon has answered every woman’s dream with the latest Under Cover Red Lip Gloss. It works with your natural pH level in your lips and is self adjusting so it becomes your own customized red. This is the perfect product for anyone wanting to try a red lip for the first time.

Are there any rules or tricks when it comes to applying red lipstick?
Maintenance is the key. Before you apply your red lipstick make sure the lips are semi hydrated, this will make sure your application is smooth and rid of any winter blues. For precision use a Compact Lip Brush 2b this will ensure the lipstick is applied evenly and will help you to stay within your natural lip line. Once applied be sure to finish your red lip with a lip liner. Applying your lip liner last will act as a cage around your lips, it will give your lipstick more staying power and your lips more definition.

If you’re not up for the maintenance I would definitely recommend either Lady In Red Lip Gloss (RRP $30) or Front Row Red Lip Gloss (RRP $30). Both are long lasting and packed with ingredients that will nourish and protect your lips all day long. Reddy, Steddy, Ravishing!

What products should be applied to rest of the face when wearing red lips?
When rocking your red lip stick to a more natural eye as this will balance your overall look and keep the lips as the focus. To create a screen siren look,apply a crisp liquid liner to the top lash line and extend slightly for a more dramatic finish. If your going from desk to dance floor add a fake lash to create the wow factor.

Favourite celebrity red lips?
Dita Von Teese is my favourite all time celebrity when it comes to the perfect red lip. She oozes confidence and sexuality whilst still keeping it very classic chic.

Please feel free to comment. Ideas are appreciated.

Thank you

Via Jimivega