Your Big Sister’s Closet has come a long way since I first mentioned it in 2012. It has been exciting to watch Karen Ward, the mastermind and entrepreneur, and her store bloom. Karen’s Toronto based business has a walk-in boutique for Torontonians and travellers but she also has a smaller online shop for the rest…
If you have known me any length of time then you know I am a huge proponent of Igigi both for their style and their quality made plus size clothing. While their everyday collection can be pricey for the average person their wedding selection is actually quite reasonable in the grand scheme of weddings. Their…
Looking for a gown you can really sparkle in? Igigi has the amazing Thalia gown. It doesn’t have any glitter or sequins but still manages to sparkle. I love the black lace overlay on jade lining. It also has a sweetheart neckline and piping that accentuates the waist for an elegant look. So pretty. And…
Cabiria is a plus size line by Eden Miller, a US costume designer and wardrobe specialist. The line features whimsical designs like these adorable Flaminia available in sizes 12 to 24 from Madison Plus Select: It is on sale for $175. You can find this and many other brands at Madison Plus Select, they ship…
It has been getting cooler here at night (7C) but is still pretty warm during the day. It is going to be something like 29C tomorrow — that’s just wrong. The maple tree out front is already changing color but the weather has another idea although I am not sure what. I have been waiting…
I wanted to say… I know it is summer and you are probably all about short sleeves and what not but I love this long sleeve Sapphira dress from Igigi. Mostly because of the pattern but I also like how they made it look like a sleeveless dress over a top. It is a doubly…
Are you feeling a little retro with all the Mad Men and other vintage inspired shows you watch? Cherry Velvet, a Canadian company out of BC may have what you are looking for. One of my favorite vintage inspired dresses is the Annette in royal blue. This cute dress is available in sizes xs to…
If you are anything like me, when you think of a tank dress you think of a plain cotton jersey dress that really is not very flattering unless it is dressed up with a belt and accessories. SwakDesigns just released the most flattering dress for summer — the Essential Tank dress comes in black, coral,…