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Outfit of the Day: My New Favourite Top!

Hey Guys!

I thought I do another quick outfit of the day post since I'm feeling chatty and I recently took several pieces that I am in love with from my store for my own wardrobe! This top has been flying of the rack, and I kept meaning to keep one for myself, but they'd always sell out. By my third order of the top, I smartened up and ordered loads of them so I could be sure I'd snag one for myself! I also finally got my hands on a book clutch! I'd been wanting one ever since Kate Spade came out with them in early 2012, but I couldn't justify $400 for a statement purse (maybe for a really good everyday purse I could, but not so much for something more evening-wear-ish). Anyway, ASOS came out with one and I snapped it up right away for a meagre $40. Well worth it!

Top and Leggings - Your Big Sister's Closet/Clutch - ASOS/Shoes - New Look

I also just changed the window display at the store and I'm loving the looks! The navy dress with the stripe-y skirt has all but sold out today. It's so pretty and the colours and print remind me of Marc Jacobs SS 2012 collection. I will definitely be ordering more (one for me and loads more for the store) and posting this dress on the website. So pretty!

Labels: Canadian Plus Size, Canadian Plus Size Brands, canadian plus size fashion, plus size canada, Toronto Plus Size Stores, Your BIG Sister's Closet

(My) Plus Size Store in Toronto Now Open!: Your Big Sister's Closet

Hey Guys,

I know I've been super quiet lately, but it's because I've been working on my most amazing project yet! I opened my very own plus size clothing store in Toronto called Your Big Sister's Closet on December 24th. We've been working on this since about the beginning of October, and there were many delays (we were hoping to be open for the Christmas shopping season) but we're finally open now and so elated that everything has come together so wonderfully. People are always asking me how I came up with the name, and I picked it because I want the space to be really comfortable and relaxed, but with lots of really awesome stuff, just like browsing through a big sister's closet. I have two older sisters whose closets I always envied, but I could never borrow clothes from them because they're so much smaller than me. I wanted to make a store that other women can come to and feel comfortable, and find clothes that make them look and feel great - clothes they're excited about! Since we've opened our doors, we've had many straight-size women come through saying that they love what we're selling and it's too bad we don't carry their size. I think this means we're doing something right! If even women who can shop anywhere want to shop here, I've done my job! I want you all to be excited to put on clothes you get here. That's also how I came up with the tagline - "Plus Size Clothing for the Uncompromising Woman." I thought I'd share a few photos of my new Canadian plus size clothing store in Toronto so you can check us out. The web store is open now but will be undergoing a major make-over soon. If you're looking for plus size clothing in Toronto, I would be so happy if you came by to visit and shop =) We're at 3126 Dundas Street West in Toronto.

So what do you all think of my labour of love?

Labels: Canadian Plus Size, Canadian plus size stores, Toronto Plus Size Clothing Stores, Toronto Plus Size Fashion, Your BIG Sister's Closet

#jeansdujour - Pumpkin Picking in Addition Elle's Fabulous MXM Skinny Jeans

Hey Guys!

So every year, Peter and I have a tradition that we never miss out on - we go to a pumpkin patch to pick out our pumpkin! October is a special month for Peter and I because it's our anniversary. Fourteen years this year! Pumpkin Picking is just one of the small ways we like to celebrate together. Of course I wore my #jeansdujour, Addition Elle's MXM skinny jeans! I really like the cut of these jeans. I find that while a lot of plus size jeans say that they're "skinny", they rarely have the really fitted cut of skinny jeans for those under a size 14. But these are TRUE skinnies. They are fitted all the way down, from thigh to ankle, and I love the zipper detail at the ankle. Totally cute and comfy! What do you think???

Jeans and Bracelet- c/o Addition Elle/Top - Random store in Pacific Mall/Coat - Vintage/Boots - Dots/Necklace - Laura/Purse - CBX/Hat - F21

This one was a little too big!

Labels: #jeansdujour, Addition Elle, canada plus size, Canadian, Canadian Plus Size, canadian plus size clothes, canadian plus size clothing

#Jeansdujour - Colour Blocking for Fall with Addition Elle's Denim Jeans

It's #jeansdujour time, and I thought I would share with you some of my tips for successfully colour blocking this Fall using coloured jeans. Addition Elle has all sorts of colours of jeans for curvy women in stock right now, so it's a great time to take a second look at this trend of colour blocking and try it out for yourself!

What is colour blocking? Well, really the term itself is quite self-explanatory - you wear clothing that creates blocks of colour on your body. Usually you'll want to avoid wearing patterns/prints while colour blocking, as it tends to take away from the sophisticated simplicity of the look, which is really the essence of what makes colour blocking so great.

In my first colour blocking outfit below, I've created a bold look using a primary colour (royal blue), black, and white. These Love and Legend Skinny Leg Jeans in Royal Blue are the perfect bottom to make a statement and to colour block with. I paired the bold blue with a more subtle black and white so not to overdo it with colour. The sophisticated cut of the blazer (and especially the large notches on the lapel and peplum waist) and the geometric shapes used in the jewellery give the look a slightly edgy, fashion-forward vibe.

Jeans, ring, and camisole- c/o Addition Elle/Blazer - ASOS Curve/Shoes - Rainbow/Necklace and Earrings- New Look/Purse - Random store on 6th and 36th in NYC

If bright primaries are not for you, I totally get it. You can still accomplish colour blocking using a more muted, subdued palate. In the look below, I combine rose, moss, aubergine, tan, and gold to create a more earthy, bohemian interpretation of colour blocking. The amazing colour of the Love and Legend Coated Skinny Jean in Black Cherry is absolutely perfect for Autumn!