Sale Into 2010

Well, I'd be telling a lie if I said I was sad to see the passing of 2009! It has truly been a year of challenges and uncertainty. Anyway, I plan to begin the new year with one of my very favorite activites...shopping! There are so many great sales that I can't wait to get started! Wishing everyone a very happy and prosperous New Year!

Running Out Of Time

I just returned from my annual holiday shopping weekend in Chicago, and guess what...I still have more gifts to buy! I spent a lot of my time eating instead of shopping, and although very enjoyable I now feel extremely stressed as the big day is almost here and I'm running out of time! So here's the easy solution....e-gift cards! I can send the perfect gift by e-mail at the last minute and everyone will be happy!

Gift Cards at Blair.com

Gift Certificates at Roamans.com

Gift Certificates at SWAKdesigns.com

Chadwick's Gift Cards

Gift Cards at OneStopPlus.com

Kohl's Gift Card

Woman Within Gift Cards

eGift Certificate at Sephora!

Purchase e-gift cards at FashionBug.com. It is the perfect gift!

Purchase e-gift cards at LaneBryant.com today! It's the perfect gift!

Purchase e-gift cards at Catherines.com today! It's the perfect gift!

Get The Perfect Gift For Her - Holiday Gift Cards From CJ Banks!

Give the Gift of a Silhouettes Gift Card The Gift that Always Fits

P.S. Happy 21st Birthday Mary Beth!!!

Cyber Monday Sales Flash

Here's your link to the best sales for Cyber Monday from SoWhatIf.com. Happy shopping!

Here's To Holiday Shopping!

Get ready for the best sale of the year with outstanding offers from your favorite webstores! The beginning of the traditional holiday shopping season starts this week with Black Friday and the sales continue through Cyber Monday. Check here for the savings scoop and you won't miss out on all the fun!

It's All In The Timing

I've been thinking about a new coat for the winter. Lucky me, a friend forwarded a link to an interview with Michele Weston on Chicago's ABC7 News. In case you don't know, Michele Weston is a Curvy Style expert, fashion columnist, and author of Learning Curves: Living Your Life in Full and with Style. Some of the newest cold weather fashion trends were highlighted during the segment. I paid special attention to the outerwear suggestions and was quite impressed with the wool Hound's-tooth, swing button coat, the Polar-Fleece Cape and the Military Inspired Coat. All of the featured outerwear is currently available at OneStopPlus.com.

Weekend Fun

I had an awesome weekend! It was our
14th annual Mother-Daughter campout
at Pere Marquette State Park. This year's theme was the Wild West and I really dressed the part! I found a super selection of Western boots at Shoes.com and settled on a comfortable pair that didn't break my budget. Then I went to Alight.com and bought a pair of "Diamond Cowboy Jeans."
I accessorized the jeans with a western style belt from Zappos.com. It was cold this weekend so I brought along the red plaid shirt jacket I purchased at Target.com. My cowgirl hat and kerchief completed the look! Everyone had a grand time and decided next year's theme would be "Saturday Night Fever." I better start looking now for the pefect outfit. Any suggestions?

Halloween Boo-tique

I never can decide what I want to be for Halloween, and now there are so many choices in plus size costumes that it makes it nearly impossible! Do I go for cutesy or sexy? I've been looking at several webstores that offer plus size adult costumes and narrowing down my selections. If you're still looking for your perfect Halloween costume there are several online stores you might want to check out. OneStopPlus.com has a great selection in sizes XL to 4X. The Halloween collections at Roamans.com and WomanWithin.com have plus sizes up to 3X. Torrid.com has various character costumes in a range of sizes up to 4X. Or, how about being a sexy French Maid or Vixen Pirate Wench? These great looking plus size costumes are sold at WetSeal.com. Lastly, if you're going for that
really, really sexy look be sure to check out the adult Costume Shop
at Lingerie.com.

Save Today At Catherine's!

You won't want to miss out on all the savings at Catherine's Friends & Family Event! Shop today and enjoy huge savings on several regular-priced and clearance items! This Customer Appreciation Day sale ends tonight, September 27th, 2009 at 11:59 p.m. ET. Happy Shopping!

Get Dressed

Why not get dressed in the latest urban fashion styles from DrJays.com? Here is where you will find the hottest brands in plus size teen and women's clothing from Baby Phat, Apple Bottoms, Dereon, Rocawear and Pastry. Dr. Jay's opened its first store in 1975 in the same South Bronx neighborhood that hip-hop had its origins. Now all these years later you can shop online at DrJays.com for a super selection
of trendy urban fashion!

What A Deal!

Oh Happy Day! Just heard about these super Labor Day specials!

Get 25% Off Regular Priced Apparel At CJ Banks! One Day Only! Valid 9.7.09 Only

Save Up to 50% Off Online Only Labor Day Specials at FashionBug.com! Valid 9-04-09 through 9-07-09.

Motherhood Maternity: Free Shipping on orders over $75 from 9.4.09 to 9.7.09.

Say goodbye to summer, and hello to fall in style with Catherines.com! Enjoy free shipping on your order of $50 or more in honor of Labor Day from 9-07-09 through 9-08-09.

Save! Save! Save!

Hopefully you won't be laboring this weekend at your job, but instead laboring over all the sales at your favorite plus size webstores! Check
out these sites for fabulous deals this weekend!

New York Style

No matter if you're from a small town or a big city, New York Style is always in! So where do your find the latest and greatest fashion trends? Of course, you'll want to shop the racks of New York & Company! Although the company has 593 stores in the United States, you can conveniently find all the most popular up-to-the minute styles online at NYandCompany.com! Enjoy great prices too on a variety great looking dresses, suits, pants, skirts and tops in sizes 12-18!

City Chic Runway Fashion

There's exciting news for all our Australian friends! City Chic, Australia’s premier high street plus size fashion destination is bringing its Spring '09 collection to the designer catwalk at the Rosemont Fashion Festival in Sydney. Models from BGM, Australia's leading plus size modeling agency, will
be featuring the hottest trends on the runway at City Chic's very own fashion show on Thursday, August 20th, Martin Place at 12.30 & 1.30pm.
You won't want to miss it!

Ooh La La!

Look your best this Fall in fashion from France! You will definitely want to check out the Taillissime collection at OneStopPlus.com and add a little French accent to your wardrobe today! Here you will find the latest trends in your size and style. Also, you can enjoy 20% off your entire order when you buy 3 or more items with code OSPCOUPON8. This offer is good through 9-30-2009. Happy Shopping!

Sole Pleasure

You must check out DesignerShoes.com new website! There are so many shopping options available that it makes navigation a dream! You can shop by size and width, shoe color, brand, heel, style or collection. There is currently 40% off sale shoes too! So whether you're looking for comfort, casual or dressy footwear you'll want to stop by DesignerShoes.com.

Splish Splash News Flash

Here's some exciting news...MORE STOCK JUST ARRIVED at alwaysforme.com in women's plus size swimwear. Be sure to check out the two piece ruffle bottom swim tankini. It comes in black and rose colors and is definitely one of my faves!

Splish Splash Savings

I haven't forgotten all of you! I've been away for a while on a family emergency in Phoenix, AZ where the temperature was 107 degrees!
I'm home now and it's finally hot in St. Louis too! So, as much as I
dread trying on swimwear, I've decided I really do need to get a new
suit and cool off! Lucky for me, I've found several flattering plus size swimsuit styles and unbelievable sales at OneStopPlus.com and Swimsuitsforall.com! You might even want to pick up a few new suits
for next year as well!

Memorial Day Sales

Memorial Day is a day set aside to pay tribute to our military veterans, specifically the brave men and women who have died in the service of our nation. Many programs are planned each year across the United States to honor these courageous soldiers. In honor of my father, a World War II veteran, I have personally attended many such events in the past. I hope many of you will also make time on such an important day to remember those who have given the ultimate for our country. After paying your respect and enjoying a family gathering, you just may want to top off the day with a shopping adventure in the comfort of your own home. Many of your favorite online stores are having fabulous Memorial Day sales this weekend. You will be sure to save a bundle when you check out these sales!
Torrid.com - 5/21 to 5/25 - 50% Off All Clearance!

Memorial Day Sale at One Stop Plus: Take 20% off your entire order with code: OSPMEMORIAL

Memorial Day Weekend at Woman Within: Take 25% off all purchases of $100+ with code: WWMEMORIAL

Memorial Day Sale! 30% off any Newport-news.com order. Use code 506 at checkout.

Memorial Day Savings! 30% off any Spiegel.com order. Use code 126 at checkout.

Memorial Day Sale! Get an extra 20% off any purchase at Swimsuitsforall.com. Shop between 5/22-5/25 and use coupon MEM20 to get an extra 20% off any regularly priced item

Memorial Day Clearance at Silhouettes - save up to 70%! Over 100 markdowns added! Valid through 5/26/09

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On The Plus Side

Do you read Women's Wear Daily? Well, you should! This daily newspaper is online and comes in print also. It is known for being the authority for news and trends in the world of fashion and beauty. Too many in the industry, WWD is considered the "bible of fashion." So...you can just imagine how excited we are at SoWhatIf.com to have been mentioned
in the April 30th edition! The story, based on research from Cotton Inc., focused on the mindset of the plus size consumer. And guess what?
We want fashion and we'll buy it when we see it! You will definitely want to bookmark WWD to stay current with all the hottest trends in the world of fashion and beauty!

News Flash!

OneStopPlus.com has exciting news! They've launched the first issue of their online fashion magazine, OSPMAG! Along with updates on all the top trends in plus size Spring fashion, the webzine also includes a calendar of events as well as seasonal recipes. It's sure to be a favorite read for any woman! Check out the OSPMAG now for up-to-the-minute fashion news for plus size women!

Dress To Impress

You asked for it, and we've responded! After scouring the internet for the best places to shop for the plus size career woman, we've found a fabulous selection of merchants featuring "wear to work" outfits. So whether it's business dress or casual day at the office, you'll want to check out SoWhatIf.com where you are sure to find a wide variety of styles and colors for the professional look you desire.

More Color

Well it appears winter has returned as it's another damp, dreary day in
St. Louis. As I always seem to be cold, I dressed appropriately in a pair
of grey wool slacks and navy blazer... how drab! Last week I added some color to my closet, but I need more! Good news though... I found lots of color at CJBanks.com! In addition to a great selection of tops and jackets in a variety of shades and prints, CJBanks also has trendy accessories that will awaken any outfit! You'll find super prices too at CJBanks.com, so shop more and save more now!