No really, hand me over the ruby-red lippie and the all black ensemble. This autumn/winter I have been seriously in love with black and white and the shades of grey in between. THIS sort of pushed me over the edge. All black. Black on black. A bit of dramatic styling. I want it all and more. I even ordered my first ever Limecrime matte red lipstick. It’s happening folks. Expect for there to be a blackout.
So why the flash of inspiration? What other than the ridiculously gorgeous Angelina Jolie in a killer movie about one of the best characters EVER? Well just all that of course. Hubby and I attended the media screening in Brisbane on Tuesday night {one of the first in the world, oh la dee dah} at the recently renovated and soon to be open for BIG business Indooroopilly Shopping Centre.
In 3D. And I’m normally not a fan of 3D, extreme tendencies for motion sickness induced vomiting have put me off BUT this was magnificent. I’d even recommend the 3D version to people, which I never, ever, ever do. It was visually stunning and the story is unique but not overly unexpected in this modern fairytale world we live in. Some people have said they made Maleficent whimpy and watered down, I disagree. Angelina is all kinds of wonderful and even when she busts out some version of a leather catsuit during I didn’t roll my eyes. Plus Elle Fanning is gorgeous like a little ray of sunshine as Princess Aurora, I was transfixed.
So enough about that, right? You want to know HOW to dress like an evil fairy QUEEN right? Well derr. And thanks to Torrid you can do it pretty easily because they have an official Maleficent RANGE. If you can handle their ridiculous shipping charges {go in with a friend, that’s what we do}.
Yup, I’ll wait here while you check them out. Apparently a lot of the items are marked almost sold out so get in quick if something takes your fancy. And no, excuse me, this is not a sponsored post for Torrid. I found the range via their newsletter, to which I subscribe, and clicked through. Anything with a popped collar the size of the one on the aptly named High-Collar Dress HAD to be in this post, don’t you think?
But what’s THAT, you want mooooore? Well here are some black, black, black basics that will get you in the mood to be bad. Very, very bad. In the very best way. After all, every girl needs a little black on black wardrobe action now and again. So get your eyeliner and red lipstick ready, I’ve got you covered with the very best I could find on the interwebs. You’re welcome.
1. Laser Cut Out Blouse 2. Asymmetrical Hem Dress 3. Panelled Leggings 4. Wet Look Top 5. Cage Back Dress 6. V-Neck Gown 7. Structured Sleeve Black Dress 8. High Neck Layering Dress 9. High Split Maxi Dress
Happy shopping, I look forward to lots of dark, dramatic selfies in our future. Haha.
I have a funny story about maxi skirts actually. From my misspent youth that was absolutely not misspent. I had this mermaid hemmed, brown velour maxi skirt. It was divine. It was ridiculous really when I think about it. I wore it with ADIDAS t-shirts or loose, lightweight singlets, crazy hair and flip-flops. It hung low on my hips and gave a peek of tanned skin, often with ties to a ridiculously too small bikini hanging out the sides. I was a beach bum to the last.
One day, in my beach bum finery, I had to drive into Brisbane to collect a friend from the train station. As I stepped onto the escalator I KNEW I was in trouble. I felt the skirt grab in the steps. My mind immediately flashed to my tiny underwear as the skirt began to drag into the steps. I was too far from the emergency stop and on my own so there was no one to run for it. Uh oh!! I held the majority of the skirt firmly in my hands hoping to prevent it being sucked in. The end was near and I knew, if I don’t get this skirt out of these steps, I’m going to be skirt-less in the middle of a train station. Teeny tiny bottoms on display.
Shit. Shiiiiiiiit!
And yet, the entire time, I was trying to look all casual cool. Attempting to not display the panic at being sucked skirt-less into an escalator. I would not embarrass myself by yelling out for help. I would manage. I would make it through in a vain attempt at elegance and whimsical aloofness. I had less than a metre to go and the steps ahead of me where beginning to collapse. It was now or never. I had to either step out of my skirt and hope I could remove it OR give it an almighty tug and risk face-planting…
I chose the latter. I braced myself, the skirt and gave it a two-handed tug throwing myself into the side-rail as my skirt tore and released… The remaining steps collapsed in on themselves and I stepped confidently off the escalator. Heart racing. Skirt almost entirely intact. Underwear still on the inside. I strutted to my friends platform, grabbed them and streaked {stormed?} back out. Taking the stairs, of course.
Moral of the story? Don’t go to train stations. HA. (more…)
I said to Desiree yesterday, today I feel like I suck at life. Lots to do, people to see, deadlines to meet and all of them whizzing by my head like something resembling a comet or something. Santa’s sleigh perhaps? The house is quiet for a moment. I’ve dug out these photos from last week and I’m all set to share them. It’s Friday already and I’m away this weekend. I must get some work done now!
Tis the season I suppose. Tis the season to dress in sequins and head out for dinner with people. Tis the season for sunglasses in the early afternoon because your eyes are tired. Tired because sleep would be nice, but it doesn’t come. Thank goodness for sequins is all I’ll say. Thank goodness for old favourite dresses that you know you can wear, they love you {as in, it is comfortable too} and they look great.
You just can’t argue with a simple black dress, some sparkles and some pumps for automatic Christmas glam. Given I was wearing a sequin bolero, I didn’t add any jewellery. I sort of wished I had when the jacket had to come off as the drinks flowed, the people piled in and the evening warmth settled in. So remember that ladies. If your bling is removable, it might be worth wearing something around your neck just in case. (more…)
For all girls, the little black dress is a wardrobe staple. But for me, as a plus size girl, the plus-size LBD is waaaay essential. It’s got to be short, a wee bit flirty and classic. THAT is what I’m after. Something with a good solid fabric, that moves with me and can be worn anywhere from work to a cocktail party. That, after all, is the power of the little black dress.
I know some of you out there are still getting on board with the whole dress thing. So, to consider a little black dress makes you a wee bit nervous. Don’t be. There is a range of choices available on the market and something for everyone. just take a look at the beauties I’ve found for you. Lots of link loving today folks. Lots!
ASOS Curve & Inspire +
Easily the most fashion-forward and on-trend of the batch, ASOS Curve as always delivers the plus-size shopper plenty of bang for her shopping buck. A large selection, itty bitty hemlines and ballsy dresses akin to those offered to our smaller counterparts. This is the one-stop-shop for all things frivolous and fun. Think of the dresses here as the kid sister of the dress word, they are young, fun and just a little bit unruly. Shop ASOS Curve now.
City Chic
The little black dress was actually how I first came across City Chic. I was looking for a plus size LBD for my brother’s wedding and my cousin told me to check it out. At this point, there was a store in Chermside here in Brisbane and that was it. Not having had experience with the brand I didn’t want to buy online. But I was SO impressed by the range of ‘party’ dresses that were on offer they had me at hello, so to speak. With black being the colour du jour this year, there are little black dresses as far as the eye can see. Shop City Chic online here.
The Iconic
Last but not least this stylish selection of brands featured at The Iconic will cover all the bases. With a large array of sizes, prices and styles this may just be the easiest shopping experience you’ve had online. Choose your plus size LBD from the fresh and funky 17 Sundays or go upper up-market with a bejewelled classic. With something for everyone, if it’s a little black dress you’re after, you’ll get one here. Shop these brands and more at The Iconic.
What’s your little black dress style? Short and flirty, slinky and sexy or classic and elegant?
And that my friends are the wrap up of where to buy plus size LBD {little black dresses}. The great part about the little black dress is that most ranges have them in varying degree of awesome. All the very best to you all. Happy shopping!
