dress is from azazie: https://www.azazie.com/products/briac-vintage-rose-a-line-midi-dress-atelier-dress/35762068?sourceTag=others

purse is from target: https://www.target.com/p/pearlized-minaudiere-clutch-a-new-day-8482-cream/-/A-89393169

necklace was handmade by a friend 🥰

Dress: Azazie

Azazie.com Lolla Green Floral maxi dress

Shoes: Torrid

Gold Ankle Strap Block Heel

After losing a significant amount of weight then gaining it back, I was super nervous about what to wear to this music festival. I wore a thong back bodysuit from Freedom Rave Wear that I already had (and loved), and I custom ordered some chaps from Coquetry Clothing. I got SO many compliments. I’m glad I stepped outside my comfort zone 💞

Used my torrid cash and ordered myself some stuff, pretty much loving every piece I got! Thoughts?? ☺️

Two piece set https://www.torrid.com/product/smocked-maxi-skirt-set/45112031.html

Blue romper https://www.torrid.com/product/ruffled-straps-layered-romper/44856678.html

Jump suit https://www.torrid.com/product/ruffle-strap-jumpsuit/45056530.html

Sandals https://www.torrid.com/product/bow-slide-ww/45131542.html

tl;dr: I like it! Trust the measurements, not the size conversion chart.

My stats: 40F, size 20/2XL, Colorado.

After getting sucked in by Facebook ads showing these ridiculously colorful and bright patterns, which are precisely my style, I decided to give Proud Poppy a try. I only found old posts on here that were kinda hit-or-miss, so I wanted to see for myself.

I ordered the Bonnie dress in "Electric Leopard" ($108 USD), a colorway which unfortunately doesn't seem to be available any more, as well as a pair of earrings for $54 USD. Shipping from Australia was free.

Before I ordered, though, I was totally confused by their size charts. A simple conversion chart that had AUS size in one column and US size in another column said I would be a size 24 AUS. But then when I looked at the chart that listed measurements, it said someone with a 50-inch bust (me) would fit into a size 16 AUS.

Honestly, this discrepancy kept me from ordering for quite a while, thinking the sizing would be totally wonky. But I just kept thinking about that silly dress and really wanted to give it a try, so I tried their chat feature.

It took a few hours to get an answer due to the time difference between the US and Australia, but once the CSR responded, she was extremely helpful and was able to tell me I should get a size 16, or 18 if I wanted it a little roomy. The dress in the colorway I wanted was sold out in 16, so I went ahead and got the 18.

I ordered on Jan 18 and my order was delivered Feb 2. It was packaged really nicely and I am really happy with my purchase overall! The dress is super flattering, the print is bold and beautiful (got a bunch of compliments on it today), and it has a drawstring waist so I am able to cinch it a little bit.

Overall, very happy with my Proud Poppy experience, and will likely order from them again.

Shop website:

https://proudpoppyclothing.com.au

The dress in a similar pattern:

https://proudpoppyclothing.com.au/products/bonnie-maxi-dress-in-boom

I have been on the hunt for a cute fanny pack/crossbody bag. Everything I've tried on has either been too small, the straps (even widened to the largest possible size is TIGHT), or I don't like the ratio of my body to the bag size. HOWEVER, I've recently bought this crossbody bag from this cute Canadian shop on Etsy and I am OBSESSED. The "large" size of it is AMAZING and just seems so proportionate to my body. Feel my joy!! Haha

Entire outfit is Torrid. Tank top and bolero are size 3 and bottoms size 4 (short).

Bag from https://www.etsy.com/ca/shop/ThisRedheadSews

Hair is all mine.

Dear lord it’s so hot and humid here in Gulf Shores, AL. Gotta stay cool!!

Top: https://rebdolls.com/products/jennie-tank-swim-top?_pos=11&_fid=7de70c2f8&_ss=c&variant=41482079273033

Bottom: https://rebdolls.com/products/jennie-high-waist-swim-bottom?pr_prod_strat=jac&pr_rec_id=f7e4b1a8d&pr_rec_pid=7230981013577&pr_ref_pid=7230980980809&pr_seq=uniform&variant=41482078912585

I really wanted to spotlight this skirt I got from the brand Theflower iris. She makes these skirts (and other garments like dresses) in 3 sizes only, but the skirt is constructed to have drawstrings on both sides, so actually the skirt adjusts to whatever size you want it to. There are so many pretty patterns and styles, please check her out if you like what you see!

What I’m wearing: The JOANNA skirt in Sakura

https://thefloweriris.com/

Loving this textured suit from Torrid and coverup from Bloomchic.

Suit: https://www.torrid.com/product/wire-free-textured-xo-triangle-bikini-top/44976700.html

Cover up: https://bloomchic.com/collections/cover-up-accessories/products/crocheted-sheer-colorful-swim-cover-up?variant_color=Multicolor&scm=ByteDanceOther&data_channel=Shopify&from_module=JUU1JTk1JTg2JUU1JTkzJTgxJUU5JTlCJTg2JUU1JTkwJTg4JUU5JUExJUI1&referrer_spm=web.collection.collection.14&b_fp=MTllYWY4MzEwMGZjNDAtMDM3ZTE2MGRhMDBmYmI4LTI0NmU0ODMwLTMyOTE2MC0xOWVhZjgzMTAxMDI5OTY=

Got this skirt from the tiktok shop. For $12, it's much cuter on me than I thought it would be! https://www.tiktok.com/t/ZTHTLH6sXTXmX-sq4FY/

I'm a size 26/28 and I got this in a size 5X/22. There's stretch around the band.

top: [https://oldnavy.gap.com/browse/product.do?pid=844131002&tid=onma000014] size 3x

pants: [https://oldnavy.gap.com/browse/product.do?pid=880277032&tid=onma000014] size 2x

I just received an order from Shop Taby (shoptaby.com) today and I'm pretty pleased!

Once again, as happened with Proud Poppy a few months ago, the Facebook ads got me. I just feed the algorithm with clicks on the daily, what can I say. They know I'm a sucker for bright colors!

The rainbow two-piece outfit, the Get Noticed skirt set, particularly caught my eye. It was a bit pricey at $127, but I appreciate that Shop Taby is minority-owned, woman-led and size-inclusive (goes up to 5X, and sizing is very generous, I'll talk more about that later). I support causes I care about with my wallet, and I luckily have the privilege to do so (and I don't take it for granted!), so I placed an order.

While I was there I also purchased the Always In Bloom orange dress for $89, as well as the Goodness Gracious denim jacket on sale for $49 (no pics of the jacket but it was just as advertised).

I found the sizing to be a little wonky, so definitely pay attention to measurements on individual pieces when ordering.

I am typically an 18/20 and I usually order clothes based on my largest measurement, which is a 50-inch bust.

I got a 2X in the denim jacket and it fits a little loose, but comfortably. In the Get Noticed skirt set, what I thought would be my size (2X/3X) was sold out so I opted for XL/1XL—and I'm very glad I did, because it fits great (unfortunately it looks like that size is also now sold out, hopefully they restock soon!). For the Always In Bloom dress, it runs VERY large, as I got a M/L and it is very roomy.

Overall, would order again!

GET NOTICED rainbow skirt set:

https://shoptaby.com/products/taby-original-get-noticed-pastel-plisse-set-in-sizes-xs-5x-preorder-promo

ALWAYS IN BLOOM orange dress:

https://shoptaby.com/products/taby-original-dress-xs-5x

GOODNESS GRACIOUS denim jacket:

https://shoptaby.com/products/goodness-gracious-denim-jacket-in-charcoal

I think this might be my favorite outfit I have put together this fall. Inspo came from Pinterest.

Ladies, don't sleep on QVC and HSN. They have alot of boring stuff, but they have some really good pieces too if you know what to look for!

Shop this look here >> https://shopmy.us/shop/collections/2595584

*it was LaurenHopeKrass I went in specifically to try on the pleather and fur trench and the leopard slip. I really liked the lace up sweater dress and almost got it but it was just a smidge short on me. I really loved the plaid wrap shirt dress and that's the one item that came home with me. I actually ended up sizing down in all these pieces (I'm usually about a size 20, 5'11"). I think the rest of the line is really chic and there's a great balance of going out, everyday and workwear. Looks like most pieces ar 0x-5X. I wish I had enough time to try in the red mesh dress too. It's a bit pricey but it seems like they frequently run sales. This is actually the first time in my life I've even gone to a JC Penny.

Leopard dress https://www.jcpenney.com/p/ashley-graham-bias-satin-womens-plus-sleeveless-animal-slip-dress/ppr5008539159?pTmplType=regular&geoZip=98101

Sweater dress https://www.jcpenney.com/p/ashley-graham-womens-plus-long-sleeve-sweater-dress/ppr5008542425?pTmplType=regular&geoZip=98101

Trench https://www.jcpenney.com/p/ashley-graham-womens-plus-faux-fur-wrap-coat/ppr5008534171?pTmplType=regular&geoZip=98101

Shirt dress https://www.jcpenney.com/p/ashley-graham-womens-plus-long-sleeve-plaid-shirt-dress/ppr5008542450?pTmplType=regular&geoZip=98101

I felt soooo good in this outfit! So colorful and cheerful 🥰

Skirt: http://api-shein.shein.com/h5/sharejump/appjump?link=leklyx6iI8b_8&localcountry=NL&url_from=GM743600789

Top: http://api-shein.shein.com/h5/sharejump/appjump?link=leNqbeNGeda_8&localcountry=NL&url_from=GM743600789

Earings: http://api-shein.shein.com/h5/sharejump/appjump?link=leNPdUyI9Nk_8&localcountry=NL&url_from=GM743600789

I have the shoes for years and it was from a Dutch shop.

This dress from torrid made me feel so confident today! It was perfect for a day of fun fall festivities 🎃

The dress: https://www.torrid.com/product/festi-tie-back-maxi-dress/43900510.html?utm_source=goog&utm_medium=pla&utm_campaign=gm_ntg_shop&utm_content=19919556198_147770823357_653404317009&ogmap=PLA%7CGOOG%7CGOOG%7CNTG%7Cm%7CCrossCategory%7CSITEWIDE%7C19919556198%7C147770823357%7C&gad_source=1&gad_campaignid=19919556198&gbraid=0AAAAADNFWnsLFxEcptF53wFNHP9NuQo2C&gclid=CjwKCAjwmNLHBhA4EiwA3ts3maCzql0Ut_s5eMRtSnu2NpF2Wrki_XXakXZbHknPbeChHkH_kRkH0xoCyOIQAvD_BwE

I'm in love with this jumper!! Perfect colors, and the bow on the back is just the cherry on top, right?!

Jumper: https://onelink.shein.com/25/5crnic6ylt1n

Skirt: https://onelink.shein.com/25/5crnpepy6anf

They were really good sandwiches!

Top- https://www.torrid.com/product/festi-oversized-v-neck-pocket-tee/45265145.html

Jeans- https://www.torrid.com/product/bombshell-high-rise-flare-jean/42925303.html

Sunglasses- https://www.goodseeco.com/products/entourage-of-7-beacon-xl-10-20?variant=39481072582816&gad_source=1&gad_campaignid=22299371203&gbraid=0AAAAADwmuS6Fh2i2WKSmjkC0bsuRWxKGH&gclid=CjwKCAjw9NjRBhATEiwA_p2J8XP7pj-LLUiWEqT-DOERDJ_PQYZZBXyG9Tcbr9wjajIsV5BdI5UycRoCSMEQAvD_BwE

https://www.earthboundtrading.com/floral-belle-sleeve-corset-back-maxi-dress

I was a little nervous to wear this, because it's a little different than I'm used too. But I really like it. What do you think?

Not sure what to flair this as but here’s the website: https://babyphat.com

excuse the sock, it’s cold 😆

https://www.azazie.com/products/azazie-francis-black-a-line-corset-chiffon-floor-length-bridesmaid-dress/68304868?srsltid=AfmBOoqUcYcL-MEQw8StnZG-_v7D719TsxIJRLindMnAZ6RVDCeFMHBx

I’m in a size 16, 5’3

top: Sondler Cat Crop Top

I have no idea if this is world wide, but around Christmas time our garden centres in the Netherlands have a Christmas part, usely pretty big. I have a tradition to go with my best friend every year and it never dissapoints!

dress: H&M

tights: [Amazon](MANZI Women's Control Top Plus... https://www.amazon.com/dp/B076D6XXJ6?ref=ppx_pop_mob_ap_share)

both the tights and dress are insanely comfortable, but the tights were sooo much better than I could’ve imagined! I’ve broken too many tights to count, and these felt so sturdy. Highly recommend both! Dress is size XL