The Limited Launches plus line, Eloquii

Introducing Eloquii:

Finally, The Limited will be offering their reliable, everyday wear to the over 12+ set. Expect a lot of clean lines, work appropriate separates and a lot of quality. It is not fresh or daring enough to get a full Foxy Roxy endorsement, but if you are looking for a new alternative foe the Lane Bryant staples check this out!
I ordered a couple of pieces and will give you a full report once they arrive. I hope they don;t run as small as I heard about....

Hot Damn! Monif C's Holiday Line

I know it seems a little early to be thinking of holiday glitz and glam, but for it's never too early to drool over it.  You may be thinking, "When do I need a dress this formal?" or "I already own enough dresses." Nonsense!!
When you find something luxurious and sexy, get it while you can because you may never find something like it again. Admittedly, I have a problem. I am a dress-a-holic. I own more than I know what to do with but that never seems to stop me. If I find one that looks incredible, I get it and sometime even throw a black tie party for New Years in order to revel in that glamour. Holiday dressing with rich fabrics, long lengths, and sequins will make you feel undeniably special and that, my foxy ladies, is priceless.

 Monif C unveiled their Sex and The City inspired holiday cocktail dresses today and it made me swoon enough to maybe pre-order something. I also loved the way Monif C displays the collection. This model in the sequin dress signifies everything I am trying to accomplish with Foxy Roxy: a strong, sexy, diva, glamazon attitude no matter what the scale says.  Named after Samantha Jones, it embodies her signature "F**k you, I'm Fabulous!" persona.

"Samantha" sequin dress, $268

"Miranda", $208

The asymmetrical-hem and V-neck of the "Miranda" gown will show a peek of sexy leg while still being bra-friendly. I love the shape of this gown so much that I think I have to get it and maybe find ways to dress it down with a wide belt and boots.

The "Carrie" dress is awesome and reminds me of her famous "corsage" dress from the first movie poster. Sadly, I rarely look good in ruffles but I am going to go try it on. The one-strap on the side, again, means bra-friendly and a tulip skirt will cover any damage those holiday meals did to your waistline.

Last but not least is the "Charlotte" dress. It is exactly what you'd want from Charlotte York. Classic and sophisticated, but when you fill it out with your sexy curves, it turns into pin-up-meets-Park Avenue. A wonderful combo for corporate holiday parties or grown-up dates at Lincoln Center with your man.

"Charlotte", $238

"Carrie", $228

 Thank you Monif C for bringing us fashion-crazed curvy chicks some silver-screen Sex and The City style! What a luscious line!! Bravo!

Our New Obsession: SLINK Magazine

Just as I was working on my upcoming piece on luxury fall fashion, I stumbled across a new magazine that has all the couture and lust-worthy brands as Vogue but is geared towards US!! What a surprise! This is incredible.

Finally an online mag that has the same mission as my blog. Haute Couture for the 12+ set.
I may spend all nigh pouting over their site, browsing reviews of the couture runway shows and better yet ogle the sleek, chic high fashion photo spreads where I know everything will fit.

Click here for the latest issue of Slink Magazine  or go to www.slinkmagazine.com for the whole experience.
Start swooning...

FOUND! "Beautiful" Magazine in the UK

More reasons to LOVE the United Kingdom! I just found out that there will be a new issue of a glossy fashion mag hitting the shelves at your local Tesco this month called, Beautiful.
It is my latest obsession! I just purchased my first issue and can not wait to get it! I wish that the United States was so open minded to publish a magazine that has such bold guidelines as these:

"Sue Thomason says: "If you look at the cover of the average women's magazine, dieting and weight loss are mentioned about eight times. These are not lifestyle magazines, they're diet industry advertisements. Beautiful is different.”

Beautiful magazine...

• Only publishes images of models who are size 12 and over.
• Does not insult our readers with diet and weight loss advice.
• Celebrates beauty and diversity and does not use image manipulation to make models look thinner.
• Bans adverts that are harmful to self esteem.
• Dedicated to building self worth from cover to cover.
• Reports on the latest research into the effects of the media on women, including our relationship with ourselves, our relationships and our bodies.
• Presents exciting ideas, news with substance for smart and sassy women
• Showcases fashion that is both sexy and accessable for all. Your body. Your Style.

Editor Sue Thomason says:“At Beautiful we are a magazine for real women, to us this means Beautiful is for ALL women, thin, fat, tall, petite, athletic, curvy.”

Sue Thomason, We at FoxyRoxy salute you! Thank you from your new fans in New York City! 

Big Apple Style for Big Curves

How to look and feel fabulous…when you are larger than a sample size

Welcome to Foxy Roxy!!  First off, this is the first post and think we should get acquainted. I am a twenty-something girl living in Midtown Manhattan with a successful career in politics and a passion for fashion. With holiday parties, charity galas, and winter nights on the town with my friends, this size-18 girl is always looking for new show-stopping ways to express my inner fashionista.

In New York City, where every sidewalk feels like a runway, your average plus-size mall fashions just won’t cut it. For the longest time, I found my couture-loving self frustrated with the usually frumpy, ill-fitting and cheap polyester 12+ options out there. So, I have dedicated my spare time- what little I have of it- to seeking out the chicest must-haves for any big city girl with the big curves to match! Because let’s face it – though we may be bigger than the girls in Cosmo - we are fierce, smart, sexy, edgy and chic!

So this is for young women everywhere who crave a taste of the luxurious, glamorous “Sex in the City” style – at every budget and every size!

The List

Not your mother’s shapewear. Whether your type is the Downtown banker or the East Village rocker, this sexy underpinning is sure to impress – both with and without the dress on! Here are some body briefers that slim and contour without risking an embarrassing Bridget Jones moment.

LACE TEDDIE, http://www.hourglassangel.com/teddie

DIVINE OUTLINE by Gok Wan,  www.simplybe.ie

Some chic and unique pieces to jazz up your wardrobe and make even the Fashion Week crowd jealous:

Head over the bridge to Brooklyn for Lee Lee’s Valise, a hip little boutique featuring the hottest clothes from plus-size couture designers like Anna Scholz. Not in NYC? Cruise the plus-size fashions at www.shopstyle.com

MILITARY JACKET, $49.95 and LACE RUFFLE COAT $59.95, www.chicstar.com

The LBD for all occasions; David Meister, www.bloomingdales.com 

Need something red-carpet worthy?

Try something like a long stunner by Terani Couture or Janique, www.edressme.com 

And remember, don’t shy away from the designer labels just because they don’t carry “plus”. A lot of the big names go to a 16 and have knitwear, capes and caftans that will skim your curves.

Shoes! I don’t need to tell you ladies that a great pair of heels can really give your outfit and your attitude a real boost. Glam embellishments and a practical platform really do the trick. Some of my favorites : “Posh” chain sandals by Jeffery Campbell, $165, www.davidz.com

Black Knee-high boots by Naturalizer, $87, www.zappos.com (search for extended sizes for wide calf boots)

The best way to look and feel like a million bucks is with a few choice haute couture accessories like the new “it” bag or slick shades. If you have the cash, invest in a quality designer piece or try out all the latest looks by renting them at www.bagborroworsteal.com

            Go get’em, gals!