FULL FIGURED FASHION WEEK 2018: WHITE CRUISE & MY #1 OUTFITS

Full Figured Fashion week is in its 10th year and with that came the most sought after event of the week, the All White Cruise upon The Hornblower.  Since its inception 8 years ago this event has grown in size and in the message sent to the fashion world. 
The age old unwritten rule that if your plus size you cant wear white has been around for as long as I can remember.  The construct of this rule for the plus size women has been loosen and I like to believe this event had something to do with it.  Every year, I see women show up and show out.  not only in fashion but in self love, personality, boldness and perfection in every outfit executed.  This year was no different.
Couple with all white, I saw a sea (no pun intended) of fashion and trends that was right on point with trends of 2018.  Trend such as lace and off the shoulder dresses were represented all over the ship.  But, the best things on the ship be far was the fun, friendship and love participants showed each other on the momentous 10 year celebration.

Take a look at some of the fashion and fun captured on this year boat ride. 

                 

Sponsor Ashley Stewart runway show highlighted their latest fashion collection of all white. 

 

The Brawn models from Bae Walk also had a chance to show their model skills on the ship as well. 

The party never stop through the night!!!

Such an amazing night and one that wont be forgotten.  Thanks to DeVoe Events and Ashley Stewart for hosting another years amazing event.  As I do every year, here is my favorite outfit from this years all white boat ride. 

 Sandra Caped Romper and Vanessa Body Con Lace Dress

Congratulation to you ladies.  

You both showed that women of all sizes can wear all white and make it look classy and sexy!!!!

Photo credit to www.xltribe.com,

LA PECOSA PRECIOSA and Vanessa Mays-Hinds

WHY I LOVE KIMONOS

I don't know influence from Andre Leon Tally and his caftans but I LOVE Kimonos. I wear them everywhere and ANY where.   I could be chilling around my Brooklyn apartment cooking, writing or watching TV and will have one on.  They are just the bee's knees and they look good no matter what. 
I now have 5 and can you believe I'm still looking to add 5 more before summer starts? Yes you can say obsessed but if Fairy Godfather Tally can do it so can I! My collection ranges from an authentic Japanese Kimono to a thrift store find! The great thing is that they all look good no matter the price. 

Take this one I am wearing for example.  A friend of mine IG'ed about it so I electronically sent her the money and ask her to buy me one.  (technology being used for the greater good of fashion...yes!!!) At a total cost of about 20 bucks you cant beat that right?

Besides the price, I love them for other reasons.  One, this is about as boohoo as my classic style can get.  Two, they're a quick and easy was to add color to my outfit. Three, they fit easy in my bag so I carry them for cold air condition train or cooler nights.   Finally, the style gets to instantly oomph up a bland outfit. 3

OOTD: LETS GET FLORAL!!!

Its Winter and its been hard to shoot looks in these winter NYC streets.  BUT, I had to share this look with you all.  I love to shop semi anal sales at the beginning of the year and I lucked up on this suit for 60% off.  Yes that's right 60%!!! Now, this is not a normal for me because my size is always the first to go but sometimes things just work out for the best.

In order to finish off the look I added a bag and tassel earrings.  I fell in love with these earrings from when I first saw them online.  Plus this cold weather required a hat in order to stay warm. 

If you want to shop this outfit and many other things on sale click HERE

OUTFIT DETAIL

Accessories & Clothing from Eloquii

Shoes from Avenue

12 DRESSES OF CHRISTMAS: LOOK 11 EMERALD CITY

On the 11th day of Christmas my Fashion Fairy gave to me.....

Emerald Green Suit w. Gold touches

 For those of you who don't know its good luck to have green in your pocket for the new Year.  Whats even better.....put on some green of course.  This metallic green suit is both fashionable, sexy and totally BOSS!!!! 

I paired the suit with gold and black to give it some color. Pattern on Pattern may scare a few people but I am a BOSS so I'm never scared to break some of fashion  old rules (and neither should you).

To put it short, I feel like the HNIC in this suit and think it is perfect for a New Year Party.  

OUTFIT DETAIL

Suit & Tie: Eloquii

 **NOW on SALE.  Click HERE to shop the look***

Shirt: Lane Bryant

Booties: Avenue

photos by: afrovocative

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12 DRESSES OF CHRISTMAS LOOK 7: NOT SO LITTLE BLACK DRESS

On the 7th day of Christmas my Fashion Fairy Gave to me.....

A not so little black dress

This dress has a great feel look and style to it that is sexy yet sophisticated.  I fabric is incredibly soft and the skit is so sex.  When I walk you get to see that peekaboo thigh that is the right amount of sexy.  

The back of the dress is completely out with a tie.  Isn't that just cute!!!! The high low is great for women who have a larger bottom then top but also great for taller women ad the dress flows.  

I added red shoes and a black purse with statement earrings to complete the look!!!

OUTFIT DETAILS

Dress: Eloquii

Shoes: Avenue 

Print stockings: Ashley Stewarts

JIBRI FALL 2017 COLLECTION

AHHH!!!!!

That's the sound I made when I saw Jibri launched her fall 17 collection.

The collection had some signature pieces from the designer like flight pants and high waist strait pants.
I was very impressed with the gold and green color palette and the influx of velvet.
But don't think this collection at all was predictable.  There were some garments that had me clutching my pearls.
Here are a few items from the collection I am loving.

To shop more of JIBRI fall collection, and see other collections, click HERE.  

Let them know Nant. C. sent you!!!

STYLE FASHION WEEK: ADRIAN ALICIA

Adrian Alicea latest collection was presented at Style fashion week  on the famous Intrepid.  The couture designer has been making his name through the fashion world for the past two year.  But please don't think that Adrian is new to the game.  He has been focusing on establishing his own aptly-named line, Adrian Alicea Haute Couture, separate from his partner line Nico & Adrian NY. 

Alicea's lines focus on his Latino and Taino Indian culture and his dancer's background.
For this collection, you got a very latin feel.  Rather through the short shorts or the very vibrant prints or the jackets with no shirt.  I loved the latin feel in every piece that came down the runway.

Also, I felt this collection was very different from his collections of before.  Most of the Adrian's collection of the past has been dramatic and red carpet ready.  This collection seem much more ready to wear.  His patters were eye catching but was balanced out by being in very simple tailored desings.  I found the collection very ready to wear and I wanted to search to find where to get every single garment.

I loved how he also broke up the pattern with neutral colors of nutmeg, off white, grey and navy.  If the items were not complicated in pattern they were complicated in design.   I have followed Adrian fashion for a while and I can see a sophistication and growth in his designs.  I guess he realized his customers want to wear his designs in everyday life.  

I was really shocked (in a good way) at the collection.  Im happy that with the designs, colors and overal story this line told.   Now to get them in my size, but thats another discussion.  

I will leave you all with a quote from the designer himself....

 “…my heart. I make everything by hand. I love color. I love music. I love dance. I want my designs to make people happy, so each piece is unique. I put everything into my work--my heart, my soul, my love. I want everyone who wears my designs to feel special, to feel proud…to know they are different and that they have a right to be.”