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Crystal Renn continues to kick down industry labels. This time she does it with a purrfect photoshoot with Look Magazine.
Read more at the Daily Mail.
September 2, 2010
Aimee’s English Wedding Look
It was such a blast getting ready for our friends wedding, we rented out an old farm house in a small English town called Towcester. All the girls were running around the house trading tips, helping each other with our hair makeup and outfits. The ceremony took place in a old cozy church and the reception was at the grooms property under an amazing marquee.
My lovely navy poke-a-dot dress, is from everyone’s favorite plus size vintage store Re/Dress. Erica and I were picking some outfits up a shoot and this lovely dress was on the mannequin shouting my name. It didn’t take much encouragement to get me into the changing rooms to put it on. I don’t often go sleeveless, but this dress had a large amount of ruching at the back which helped it get around my back and chest and left me room for a supportive strapless bra (thank you Lane Bryant). All the details from the peplum and the pencil skirt with the razzle dazzle bow were just perfect to wear to this wedding.
My strapy rhinestone heels were left over from my wedding 4 years ago and I was super excited to get more mileage out of them, unfortunately at the end of the night they broke! I am a huge fan of taking your shoes to a cobbler but in this case they were beyond saving. The final piece to my look is my facinator, I figured for an English wedding I needed some sort of hat. Again Deb came to the rescue for me with the one I am wearing here.
If you haven’t seen our wedding issuu yet, click here to browse our wedding dresses, bridal party and mother of the bride picks!
September 2, 2010
Drop Dead Diva in Gayla Bentley
Gayla Bentley designs made their debut on Brooke Elliot’s character Jane Bingum on Drop Dead Diva. Brooke is wearing The Blue Boyfriend Blouse, which you can now order on Gayla’s website. What we love about Gayla’s designs is that they look good on everyone’s figure. It does not matter what size you are, her designs will work for you!
Stay tuned because she also wears one of her designs for the season finale.
September 2, 2010
Fall 2010 Trends: Lace Me
We have fallen in love with lace, and luckily for us is a key fabrication for this Fall/Winter season. There is an undertone of dark romanticism, with a mix of mystery. Lace is being featured head to toe in maxi dresses, classically tailored shirts, and my favorite new touch chrome hardware. By combining the hard touches with this lady like fabric it takes lace to naughty places while keeping a fragile feminine appearance.
The Lace Me trend is fabulous because its a fabrication and it does not care what your dress size is. Add simple touches to your closet for this fall. Shop for tops with lace detailing on the sleeve or neckline, look for skirts with lace overlay or if you want to jump in with both feet to this lace trend buy a head to toe lace dress and pair with some rock n roll inspired accessories.
Photos: Style.com and Elena Miro
September 2, 2010
Fashion’s Night Out: Plus Edition NYC
Fashion’s Night Out is right around the corner and we couldn’t be more excited for our event as well as all the other fashion fun that will be taking place in New York City and around the country! We scoured the web to find the best events for the curvy and plus community to check out on September 10th and here are our favorites for NYC:
Madison Plus and Lord & Taylor- 425 Fifth Avenue, New York, NY 10018
Madison Plus and Lord & Taylor team up for Fashion’s Night Out at the Flagship Store on 5th Avenue for a night of stylish fun. Join us for Fashion’s Night Out on the 6th floor at Lord & Taylor! We will be there from 6pm-11pm for a plus event to remember! Bring your girlfriends and prepare for a fun night of entertainment, fashion, MP fun, shopping and style! Be sure to enter our MP Style Contest! Check out the full details of the contest here! RSVP here!
Re/Dress NYC- 109 Boerum Place Brooklyn NY 11201
Part Protest + Part Party! NYC’s favorite boutique specializing in size 14 + up, Re/Dress NYC will celebrate fashion’s curvier customers with a trunk show celebrating new Canadian label Lotis Clothing. They will also be sponsoring a letter writing + video campaign to highlight the lack of attention paid to sizes 14 and up. Help send a message to fashion’s favorites that women with curves will not be denied! Everyone who fills out a postcard and/or video blog will shopping incentives. The first 50 people also get a gift bag!
Lane Bryant- 7 W. 34th Street. Manhattan NY 10001
Lane Bryant will be selling the exclusive plus size Fashion’s Night Out T-shirts as well as having public appearances by plus model Lizzie Miller and Ashley Graham. From 6pm-11pm there will be an appearances by the Lane Bryant Designers. There is a cocktail ring gift with any purchase as well as refreshments featuring the Lanetini. There is also a DKNY Jeans T-shirt gift with any DKNY Jeans purchase from 6pm-9pm.
Avenue- 711 Third Avenue New York NY10017
Participating locations will have shopping incentives, gift with purchase, style tips, and select stores will have a fashion show.
True Boutique- 278 Mott Street New York NY 10012
True Boutique Presents the Love Your Shape Denim Event by Beija-Flor Jeans. True Boutique and Beija-Flor celebrate real women because a slender size 4 and a curvy size 16 should be able to shop at the same store. You’re invited to experience great clothes, custom tailoring, and the chance to look and feel great at this exclusive denim event. 6 pm to 11 pm. Meet the Designers and find the perfect jean. FNO Collection will be available in-store.
If you know of any plus size events happening in NYC or elsewhere for FNO be sure to tell us!
Which stores will you be stopping by for Fashion’s Night Out? Hint* Hint* Madison Plus!
September 1, 2010
Retouching Gone Mad
Mary-Louise Parker, now has the worlds longest torso curtsey of Vanity Fair’s retouchers. She has an amazing body no need to butcher her figure!
See more at Coco Perez.
September 1, 2010
MP Straight To Plus: Drew Barrymore
Drew Barrymore is out and about promoting her new flick ‘Going The Distance‘ in the utmost of style. For her recent press event she wore a sequined top and flattering pair of pleated trousers. Trousers are making a huge comeback as a style must have for fall. Drew’s double pleated trousers give her ease of movements and at the same time slim her silhouette. Belting the waist and tucking the shirt in helps to further define her silhouette. She is also sporting one of the latest hair trends of showing off your roots! We loved her look so much we had to translate her look from straight to plus!
What do you think of Drew Barrymore’s look?
Zappos – Nine West Ambitious Pump
Asos – Curve Cuffed Jersey Trousers
Macys – Michael Kors Plus Size Sleeveless Tank
Nordstroms – Michael Kors Plus Size Sequin Tunic
Piperlime – Chain Link Gypsy Earrings
Read more at Celebrity Gossip.
September 1, 2010
Fall 2010 Trends: Color Bomb
Color is key with this new Fall trend. Prepare to see color combos that were only put together when you first started dressing yourself. Designers paired bright fuchsias with cherry reds, royal purples with saturated sea green. Not only are nontraditional colour pairings big for this fall, the other hues to add to your wardrobe also look for acid brights like green, yellow and pink. Take your inspiration from a Andy Warhol or Lichtenstein pop art painting.
Color Bomb is a fun trend for curvy/plus women because it’s about color not silhouette, so this trend is for everyone. Dig deep into your closet to revive your colorful items or quickly visit the sale racks at your favorite stores to shop the vibrant hues at a cheaper prices. If the full color on color is too much for you to handle just yet, start with pops of color from your accessories. My favorite for this season is fuchsia mixed with cherry red.
Photos: Style.com and Elena Miro
August 31, 2010
Curves In The Big Top
Curves take center stage in the newest issue of South Africa’s Cosmo Mag. Featuring 12 Plus UK plus model Kristy in a circus inspired editorial.
This shoot has inspired me to dig out my crimping iron, I am craving hair like that right now.
What do you think of the newest curvy editorial?
If all circus’s looked like this I would attend more often!
August 31, 2010
Jennifer Aniston’s Leaked Unretouched Photos!
Jennifer Aniston is seen on this month’s Australian Madison magazine looking like the all american girl next door. Jezebel has released the unretouched photos showing Aniston wrinkles, freckles, and frizzy hair. You can see from the cover that more then a little retouching magic was done. Interestingly, Jezebel has received a cease and desist letter to take the natural picture down from their website. Props to Jezebel for standing their ground!
What do you think of these unretouched pictures of Jennifer Aniston?
August 31, 2010
Fall 2010 Trends: Lady Like
The Mad Men effect is still going strong in the world of fashion. The runway’s for F/W 2010 were full of nostalgic flashbacks to the days when women wore clothes that exaggerated their feminine form. From full on circle skirts, slick tailored pencil skirts and dresses that nip at the waist and highlight your decolatage. New touches are added with elbow length gloves, bows, skinny belts and framed handbags.
‘Lady Like’ is perfect for the curvy/plus body, feminity was celebrated back in the day and it’s easy to be transported to the 1950’s and 1960’s. If there are a few key pieces you want to add to your closet this fall and you have a hourglass or pear shape, this one is for you. Shop for dresses with full skirts, low necklines and details that highlight the waist. Have fun with the waist detail, use a velvet ribbon instead of a belt, or even add some sass with a pair of fingerless lace gloves.
Photos: Style.com
August 30, 2010
Bloomingdales Fall Plus Size Style Guide
Bloomingdales has launched there new plus size Fall 2010 Style Guide featuring Ford+ models Crystal Renn, Marquita Pring and Michelle Olsen. I am loving the Leather and Lace guide, the leather pencil skirt has my name all over it!
We are just loving that Bloomies has given there plus section the same attention as as they do there straight size department. Keep it up!
August 30, 2010
Win A Complete Fall Look with Lord & Taylor!
That is right! You did not read wrong ladies – you can win a complete Fall 2010 Look from Lord & Taylor that is styled by Madison Plus!
Do you love fashion? Do you think you have what it takes to style your curves and flex your styling knowledge? Show us your inner fashionista and you can not only win a complete new look from Lord & Taylor, but also the chance to blog for Madison Plus!
Don’t miss this exciting Fashion’s Night Out event where YOU can steal the spotlight!
Learn more – HERE – and ENTER TODAY at FNO@MadionPlus.com!
August 30, 2010
Fall 2010 Trends: Restraint
Done with the 1980’s its now time to move onto the newest decade to draw fashion inspiration. This Fall 2010 season it is time for the 1990’s to have the spotlight.
Simplicity paired with understated chic are the key terms for this fall trend, minimalist pieces made in luxurious fabrics with the modern women in mind. While the pieces may not jump off the page or even seem like the most exciting thing in fashion what this trend translates easily into is instant classics due to there unfussy style and classic silhouette. Designers who pulled from this trend are looking at fashion with new set of eyes are not developing trends that will be here today and gone tomorrow but here today and be forever classics.
“Restraint” is perfect for the plus size working women, dust off your classic blazers, your wool coats, and invest in a fitted pant. Don’t be afraid to take all these items to your local tailor. Keep the palette monochromatic using camel, black, grey and navy. Donning a monochromatic look is always an easy way to streamline your silhouette.
Photos: Style.com and Elena Miro
August 30, 2010
As Seen On The Red Carpet
KayCee Stroh’s Emmy dress is from Igigi! She looked amazing coming down the red carpet last night and her dress from fit her perfectly.
August 30, 2010
Emmy Looks Hot Off The Red Carpet!
Time for our Emmy Red Carpet round up! Here are our picks from the night. Curvy or straight size everyone brought it this year!
My favorites are Angela Kinsley, Heidi Klum, January Jones and Amber Riley!!
Who are your best dressed of the evening?
Photos: Huffington Post and TV Squad.
August 29, 2010
Fashion Face-off: Kim & Blake!
Kim Kardashian and Blake Lively were caught wearing very similar DVF dresses. Kim opting for a higher neck line and Blake rocked a wrap. Kim K has said she wears a higher neckline when wearing a shorter dress. Blake on the over hand has been known for showing off the girlfriends and gams a little more.
What do you think about their styles and Who Wore It Better?
More at People.com.
August 29, 2010
Balance In The City: Ommmmmm, nnoooooooooo
I can feel the hesitation when announcing it’s time to chant “OM”. The inhale seems short and often stifled. I can hear the wheels turning, “Am I off key? Will I last long enough?” Those are often the thoughts in my head and can only assume they are in others. OM does not have a formal meaning in Sanskrit but is rather a combination of sounds, “a” “u” “m”. These three sounds offer a physical way to connect the mind, body, and breath. The Mind initiates the sound, the Breath executes, and the Body resonates. Watch the OM travel through the body. Does it get stuck somewhere? If so, that might be an area to focus on during practice.
Chanting OM is also a way to connect with the people in the room and contribute energy into the shared space. When I mention this in class, I can sense the eye rolls, the internal sighs and groans. Energy is often associated with the spiritual, metaphysical, hippie-skippy-feel-good world, but energy has more of a place in the scientific world. Energy cannot be created or destroyed, only transferred. So take the opportunity to chant OM with the recognition that there is someone out there who cannot practice today, because perhaps they are ill or no longer here. Give your OM, your energy to them, because “what is a man without energy? Nothing – nothing at all.” – Mark Twain
For more tips from Emilia visit her blog Balance In The City and follow her on Twitter.
August 28, 2010
Fashion Face-off: Jennifer & Olivia
Jennifer Love Hewitt and Olivia Palemro were out on the town wearing the same Bensoni Dress.
Jennifer kept it simple with some platform heels and Olivia spiced it up with a nude shoe and a animal print belt.
Who Wore It Better?
More here.
August 28, 2010
Lunch Date With Plus Models
I love taking vacations, who doesn’t. This one was based around visiting my husbands family and going to a wedding, so I thought I needed a vacation within a vacation after all that action. My husband and I headed out to Holland after the wedding which is only a hour flight away, we visited Amsterdam, Delft and Den Haag.
While in Den Haag I was able to set up a lunch date with plus models Mayra, Danielle, and Marlous. This lunch date also included one lucky husband! It was so great getting to know some of the lovely ladies that we have featured on MP, and of course learn about the plus industry in Europe and the stores that I need to shop while I was in town.
Danielle, Marlous, Aimee and Mayra.
Stay tuned for more goodies from my adventures!
All three models are with Brigitte Models.
August 27, 2010
MP Spotlight: Parka Jacket
Mix purple – the perfect fall color for the new season into your wardrobe and at the same time stay dry from the rain. I love the longer length of this parka jacket, because there is nothing more annoying then when your legs are wet from the rain because your umbrella just doesn’t protect you.
Debenhams – Butterfly by. Matthew Williamson Parka Jacket
August 27, 2010
Black Magic
Black is the new black. Yes, this neutral is back with vengeance. We first saw black very heavily in the punk rock trend, now it has reincarnated into to a new dark romance. This new love affair with the color black also brings new fabrications; such as lace and silk and embellishments; such as rosettes, ruffles, and pleats. This color trend is worn head-to-toe yet has a romantic allure to it. This look was seen all over the Fall 2010 runways with Julien Macdonald, Gucci, and Dolce & Gabbana all showing the trend so we had to translate it from straight to plus for our fans!
Indulge in a little black magic this season!
Nordstroms- Hanky Panky Long Sleeve Lace Plus Size Tee
Nordstroms- MICHAEL Michael Kors Studded Sleeveless Plus Size Dress
Nordstroms- In Bloom by Jonquil Lace Trim Plus Size Top
Torrid- Tripp Black Skinny-Leg Twill Plus Size Pant
Torrid-Black Pyramid 2-Row Wristband
Torrid- Gold Black and Silver Textured Bangle Bracelet 20-Pack
New Look- Thrill Neck Button Top
New Look- Corsage Bubble Hem Top
Will you indulge in a little black magic?
August 26, 2010
Site Wide Lane Bryant Sale
Get 40% off the whole Lane Bryant site (excluding Spanx) starting 8/25-8/30. This sale includes favorite basics like T’s and tanks and brand new releases like the new Right Fit and Passport Collections. The sale is online and in stores. Act now before your favorites are gone! Use promo code “00403603″ at checkout.
August 26, 2010
A Plus Size Pop-up
Its time to get your wallets out! A new plus size pop-up shop opening this September 16th at Metropolitan Green in Brooklyn and will be open for 10 days. They will be featuring big name designers like Micheal Kors, Ralph Lauren, and Calvin Klein. There will also be a collection of indie brands so be sure to stop by.
Read more at Refinery 29.
August 26, 2010
MP Beauty: New Chanel Colors for FNO!
Chanel has released 3 colors especially for Fashion’s Night Out! The colors are also right in-line with Falls biggest military inspired colors of the season; two khakis and an olive green called Khaki Rose, Khaki Brun, and Khaki Vert.
Until these new colors are available, we chose a few to try now!
Drugstore.com- Essie Nail Color Mink Muffs
Drugstore.com- Essie Nail Color Chocolate Kisses
Drugstore.com- Essie Nail Color Chinchilly
Beauty.com- Deborah Lippman Waking up in Vegas
Amazon- Priti Nail Polish- Rabbit Tracks
What do you think of these new colors?
Read more at stylist.com.
