Plus Size Style Files {The What I Bought This Weekend Edition}

Posted on May 20, 2012 by Lisa

On Friday I got a text that Lane Bryant was having a huge sale from 5pm to 9pm.  The text said 50% off…some exclusions apply.  I figured the exclusion would be sale items, but since my hubby and I ended up at the mall on our Friday night date, I thought I’d run into Lane Bryant to see what I could find.  I was so excited to hear that their sale items were also included in the 50% off sale.

Here’s what I ended up with! There are some items that I bought in multiple colors.  When you find something cute that fits, I say buy it in multiple colors! :-)

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Source: lanebryant.com via Lisa on Pinterest

Lane Bryant is currently offering an additional 40% off sale, so you should definitely check it out if in you’re in the market for some new clothes or accessories!

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There Is No Magic Pill {Motivation Monday}

Posted on May 14, 2012 by Lisa

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Plus Size Style Files: Work It Girl

Posted on May 13, 2012 by Lisa

I’m a huge believer in putting your best foot forward and whether you love your job or hate your job, it’s important to convey a professional image while you’re at work.  Here are some styles that I am loving for the office!

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Louis Vuitton Giveaway

Posted on May 12, 2012 by Lisa

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Do you love designer handbags like I do? If so, this giveaway just may make you swoon!  I’m so excited to be hosting a giveaway of a Louis Vuitton handbag! {SQUEEE!}  Are you as excited as I am?

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Saving More Than Me

Present this Louis Vuitton Giveaway Event!

Giveaway will run May 12 12:01 am EST thru June 12 11:59 pm EST

You have a lot of chances to WIN! Complete the mandatory entry and unlock the bonus entries.

Bonus entries are Facebook likes.

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Attention Shoe Lovers! 20% Off Famous Footwear Coupon

Posted on May 11, 2012 by Lisa

I love shoes and purses!  They never let me down…regardless of what size I am!  Today, you can print a coupon for 20% Off Your Entire Purchase at Famous Footwear!  Sweet, right? I’m guessing this coupon won’t be around for long, so hurry and print it now!

GET 20% OFF ENTIRE PURCHASE NOW. PRINT COUPON AT FAMOUSFOOTWEAR.COM

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South Beach Diet: 6 Months for only $39

Posted on May 10, 2012 by Lisa

If you need help losing weight, this deal might be right up your alley!  Right now you can get a 6 month online subscription to South Beach Diet for only $39 (reg. $130).

This three-step process can help you lose weight—and keep it off.  The South Beach Diet Plan will help you get the physique you’ve always wanted. You’ll enjoy effective, long-term weight loss without giving up the foods you love.

During Phase 1, you’ll learn to curb cravings and kick-start weight loss. In Phase 2, you’ll reach steady, long-term weight loss until reaching your target. Phase 3 will help you adopt a year-round lifestyle that will maintain your new, healthy weight.

No more fad diets or pills—just healthy, nutritious, and delicious meals.

Click here to check it out!

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Bubbly Cheesy Stuffed Tomatoes

Posted on May 8, 2012 by Lisa

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I love spring! Not only does the weather warm up, but the Farmer’s Market opens up again. I love the Farmer’s Market. Every Wednesday and Saturday morning, my hubby and I walk down to the Farmer’s Market and load up on fresh veggies.  We typically come home with zucchini, corn, tomatoes and onions.

Tomorrow I’m hoping to find some plum tomatoes so I can whip up some Bubbly Hot Cheesy Stuffed Tomatoes.

After looking at this recipe, you may be tempted to use whatever tomatoes you have on hand, but I want to caution you.  This recipe calls for plum tomatoes because they’re not nearly as watery as other tomatoes.  You need to use the inner pulp of the tomatoes and you don’t want them to be runny.  Ok…on to the recipe.

Here’s what you’ll need:

4 plum tomatoes
1/2 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
2 Tbsp grated fresh Parmesan cheese
1/4 cup fresh basil leaves, torn small
1 garlic clove, minced or grated
salt and pepper to taste

Let’s get started…

Preheat your oven to 400 degrees.
Cut the plum tomatoes in half lengthwise and scoop the insides out into onto a cutting board.
Chop up the insides that you scooped out and put them in a mixing bowl.
Add the remaining ingredients to the bowl and mix together until well blended.
Set the tomato shells on a baking sheet cut side up.
Spoon the yummy mixture into the tomato shells on the baking sheet. Top with more Parmesan cheese if desired. (As far as I’m concerned, you can never have too much cheese)
Put in oven and bake for 10 to 15 minutes or until the cheese is melted and starting to brown.
Remove and let cool slightly. Serve warm.

See…I told you this was easy!  Serve it up with some grilled chicken or a juicy steak and you have an out of this world tasty meal!

Makes 4 servings.

This recipe is great for those of you who have gluten issues or are on a low carb diet. If you’re not on a low carb diet or you don’t worry about gluten-free, you could add bread crumbs to the top before baking.

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Chin Up! {Motivation Monday}

Posted on May 7, 2012 by Lisa

We’ve all made mistakes and have had setbacks! You are not a failure! You can do this!!!

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Plus Size Style Files: Pretty in Pink

Posted on May 6, 2012 by Lisa

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You may have been told that if you’re overweight, you need to wear black. While I’m a big fan of black, there are plenty of other fabulous colors out there that can make you look amazing!  Pink is one of those colors!  With so many shades to choose from, you’re sure to find one that flatters your skin tone!

Here are some of my favorite ways to wear pink!

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Finding Clothes That Fit & Flatter {Part 2}

Posted on May 3, 2012 by Lisa

If you really want to find clothes that fit and flatter, you’re going to need to come to grips with your body shape.  I’m not saying you should spend time staring at yourself in the mirror and obsessing over the fact that you may not be as thin as other women or that you may not be as tall as you’d like to be.  You need to spend some time looking at yourself in the mirror and evaluating the shape of your body.

Believe me, I understand that looking at yourself in the mirror may be the last thing you want to do, but if you want to find clothes that are going to be flattering, you need to suck it up (not suck it in) and take a good look in the mirror.

Every woman, no matter what her size or shape, has a body part that they like.  Whether it’s thin ankles, a graceful neckline, long legs, shapely calves, nice shoulders, a defined waistline or something else, you need to figure out which part of your body you want to highlight.  Then you’ll create a focal point around that area.

I highly recommend spending some time looking in the mirror before you head to the store.  There’s nothing worse than cramped dressing rooms with unflattering lighting when you’re trying to focus on your best features!

Once you’ve determined what your shape is and what body part your want to accentuate, you’ll be able to more easily figure out what is flattering to you.

Do you know what your best feature is?

I have great calves and ankles, so whenever possible, I try to show them off make them the focal point of my outfits.  I look for dresses and skirts that camouflage my trouble spots (tummy and hips) and accentuate my calves and ankles! See what I mean?

What’s your favorite body feature? If you’re not sure, go take a look in the mirror and then come back and leave me a comment…

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