Freya 4502 (click for details)

One of my friends forwarded me an article from the New York Times (Saturday, June 19, 2010) on a week long Fashion Week in New York targeted for Retailers with the purpose to buy more plus size fashions.  I absolutely loved the article and it truly resonated with my spirit and business.

TC Fine Intimates 4045

I am a champion for women of every size.  As a plus size diva myself, I applaud any manufacturer who provides women with options that make her feel beautiful and allow her to express her personal style regardless of size.  It is just a number, right?  In the bra fit world, the size issue has been resolved with designs for women from a D to K.  I remember my own journey of walking into a store to purchase a “G” and the stares and gasps were heard from the sales people.  As a D, I have a plethora of styles to choose from any day of the week, but I have not forgotten what it feels like to be the other woman.

TC Fine Intimates 4042 (click for details)

Now, I can personally service any client in this category and provide over 100 styles.  I find it inspiring that Lingerie companies got it together and developed sizes that fit for women with curves.  I guess the metaphor is true…“change begins on the inside first”.  Lingerie is an important connection to self, and besides with all those fabulous clothes coming down the pike based on the article, a woman will be able to wear anything including body conscious, trend, and designer.  In my opinion, shapewear will reign as the “Must Have Item” for women to embrace every trend.   How wonderful, intimate apparel and fashion have an exciting future together.

Cuddl Duds Climatesmart V-Neck (click for details)

I remember the first time a customer asked me when I worked in retail for “warm wear”.  I was sort of confused and then asked my manager what they meant.  She stated, oh yeah she is probably looking for Cuddl Duds.  As the product rolled into the store early November an avalanche of excited women would buy multiple pieces from the collections.  I finally had my own Cuddl Duds experience as I went to Switzerland.  I was so grateful for their fabulous fit and warmth underneath my clothing.  Cuddl Duds is a woman’s best friend for layering in cold climates.  I also recommend them for pajamas.  The style P45390 with Coolmax© is a daywear solution for the fashion forward woman who wants to maintain her sleek look underneath a turtle neck or blouse.  Also available in plus sizes style P4539X.

Hue Opaque Tights style 6620 (click for details)

As we celebrate the launch of featuring our Full Fit and Fabulous Feature on our LFE blog, I found another must have item  Hue Opaque Tights style 6620.   I am believer of stepping out of the comfort zone and doing something new.  The tights are available in vivid colors that can take a basic skirt or suit to another stratosphere.  I would compliment the look with boots and a skirt.  All eyes on you diva…Just add a great fitting bra and you’re now spicy diva, watch out!  Did you know that by wearing the right style and size bra you can sculpt your figure and lose inches?  Size does matter.  It’s not about what other people think.  Add a few intimate apparel items, and boom a new woman is born.  Confidence is the key, always.