MP STYLE GUIDE RSSTag Archives: Plus Size Skirts
Adding More To The Pencil Skirt
The pencil skirt has long been a staple in women’s fashion and a great way to show off your legs and hips (those are just as much of an asset). The newest trend on this classic look is catching on fast and we are absolutely obsessed! Adding a higher waist line and a small flare to the bottom, [...]
Spring 2011 Trends: 1970s – 9 to 5
The 1970′s office wear featured shirt-dresses and wrap dresses that became popular after Diane Von Furstenburg started designing them in 1971. Skirts that were an inch or two above the knee paired with blouses was also a very popular office ensemble. Scarves and watches were the accessories du jour. Make-up was kept very natural during the day and [...]
MP Intern Style: Brittny’s Lace Look
How good do I look? MP ladies loved the outfit that I wore to the office last week. Its not only sexy but flattering to my shape and perfect for a fun night out. The bandage skirt creates an amazing hour glass shape and the black tunic flatters my mid section. The real eye catchers [...]
MP Shop Aimee’s Look: Indie+
I had a lot of fun putting together my outfit for the Re/Dress Indie+ show a few weeks ago. I figured with all the hot fashions that would be coming down the runway I better bring my game. I knew I succeeded at doing so when my hubby offered to walk me to the subway. [...]
MP Street Style: Annie Laurie, NYC
The Madison Plus team was running through the heart of New York City’s garment center to the Rafaella Spring 2011 press event when we were stopped in our tracks at Annie Laurie’s wonderful fall look! Her use of gray, the color of the season, with an over-sized grandfather cardigan, tights, and suede boots uses a [...]
MP Shop Aimee’s Look: A little Lace
Last week Erica and I were busy running around the city but we made sure to take a moment and enjoy the gorgeous fall weather, and of course snap some pics of my street style. Lace has been a strong trend for the last few seasons, and what made it new and exciting this year was [...]
All It Takes Is One Lace Tee
Such a simple item a cream lace tee, and with one simple item you can make a million outfits. It doesn’t matter what your style is we have an outfit for you. Its time to add this closet staple to your closet for the fall! If your a working girl: Don’t be afraid of tucking in the lace [...]
MP City Style Fresno: Writing My Own Rules
Growing up I was told by the media what to and not to wear – as if there was a fat girl’s guide on how to dress hidden deep in society’s bookshelves. “Don’t wear horizontal stripes; it will make you look wide,” they said. I listened to them, and my Fashion Analysis professor, when I [...]
MP Blogger Look: J
Our newest blogger look is of J of Fatshionable.com. She has a style that is sweet and feminine that we just adore! She knows how to pull of a ballerina style tulle skirt like no other and pairing it with a sequin top was an unexpected but amazing touch. Shop J’s Look: Zappos – Stuart Weitzman [...]
MP City Style Pittsburgh: In Love With A Skort
Comfort yet again! Let me fill you in on a little secret: this skirt is really a SKORT! haha I know brings me back to the 90′s when I was about 7 years old running around in skorts. But seriously, I found this one at goodwill and haven’t gone back. Denim is one of my [...]
Who Wore It Better: Aimee or Kim
Yes, I am now being compared to Kim Kardashian. Well not really. Kim and I happened to both be rocking similar outfits on the same day and I just had to ask: Who Wore It Better? Me or her? I had a Faith 21 shopping spree a few days ago at the new Times Square store and [...]
A Classic Summer Work Look
A fitted summer suit is a must for any office and pantsuits say you mean business. Keep it classic at the office this summer with light fabrics, neutral colours, and tailored jackets which nip in at the waist. Add some colour with your accessories and your blouse choices, so you can build off your classic suit. Shop [...]
MP DIY: Urban Outfitters
It is tough to find a generously cut size large at Urban Outfitters. It has always been a store I’ve struggled with, but I am still determined to try and shop Urban to find the pieces that fit! This happens occasionally, but normally if I want the Urban Outfitters vintage, hipster feel I have to search elsewhere. Here is what I put together for you [...]
Lord & Taylor: 1 skirt 5 ways!
Our friends at Lord & Taylor just sent us 5 pictures that they posted on their Facebook page that show how to wear 1 white skirt 5 different ways. We loved the pictures so much that we wanted to share them with you! What do you think of these 5 looks? What is your favorite [...]
Our New MP Intern: Jessica!
We want to give a big welcome to our new MP Intern, Jessica! Jessica is a fashion student from LIM College and will be interning with us this summer. We are so excited to have her with us as she is also a serious fashionista! Check out the outfit she wore for her first day [...]
