New Year's Dresses For Every Style

Top Dresses to Ring in the New Year - 

No Matter what Your Style!!  

Whether you have big plans out with friends, more intimate plans with your partner or just plan to get all out wild, we all like to look as sparkling as the champagne! We have something for every location and occasion like Miami seaside cocktails, LA VIP rooms, NYC Ball drop or funky retro fetes! 

Here are Foxy Roxy's pick for looking smoking hot for that midnight kiss!

Holy Hollywood!! - For when yours NYE plans include Keeping Up with Kardashians! 

Ruby's Closet Black Studded Bodycon, NewLook.co.uk, £48

Classic Chic - Subtle sparkle and luxe lace

SL Fashions, Sleeveless Lace Dress, $89

Holiday Hot - Curve-hugging in a traditional holiday color that can be worn for Christmas parties AND New Years! 

Ruched Dress in Niteplum, JCPenney, $70

Sparkling Sweetheart - fun, flirty and young: 

Trixxi, Strapless Blue and Black Sequined dress, $63

Breezy Beauty - great for a Balmy New Year's Eve

R&M Richards, Flutter one Sleeve Dress (also in White and Teal), $99

Red-Carpet Ravishing - If you need a long gown for a black tie NYE gala

MacDuggal long gown (also in black), Unique-vintage.com, $345

Vintage Vixen - The ultimate retro party dress! Don't forget the big glitzy jewelry !

Stop Staring, Polka dot mesh Grace Swing dress $118

Draped in Disco Ball Beading - We suggest a belt to define the waist but this quality beaded dress provides coverage if you'd like to cover your arms. 

Pisarro Nights Beaded Kimono Sleeve Dress, Nordstom.com, $238

Foxy Roxy's Holiday Gift Guide

                               Foxy Roxy's Favorite Things

 In my usual blog-related browsing I have come across a bunch of things that I would LOVE to see under my tree, and I'm sure your curvy cuties will love to receive. 

Here's the round up, but since they all ended up being so fabulous, the rankings don't really matter.  

1. Personalized Purse with her initials from Pink Monogram. This cross body leather bag with interchangeable monogram medallions are a thoughtful, unique gift she will love for years! 

Monogrammed Lather bag (many colors available), ThePinkMonogram.com, $98

2. ASOS Curve Sequin Jacket. This can be worn over a dress or with jeans for a mix of dressed down and festive. Goes with everything and will make her feel like a queen like Liz Taylor when it flows as she walks. 

  

Sequin Kimono Jacket, ASOS.com, $92 (shown in black, also comes in white)

3. Lingerie from Frederick's of Hollywood. Nothing makes a woman feel special quite like something sexy for her curves from the store that invented racy lingerie. Hey significant others: not sure what to get your woman? Just browse the Plus section of Frederick's and pick something you want to see her in. Sometimes us curvy women need a little extra attention to remember how pretty we are and with this she will feel like a million bucks! (just remember to sneak a peek at her bra size before hand! )

Frederick's of Hollywood Lingerie. (satin robe shown $36)

4. The "Angel" Sweater from Victoria's Secret. It is warm, cozy, amazingly soft and hugs curves just right. Basic but with a little cleavage showing, this sweater can go from holiday baking to holiday parties. (an XL will fit most busty ladies)

Angel Cross-front Sweater (shown in Red Siren), Victoria's Secret, $49

5. Fortunoff Diamond Starburst necklace. Need something EXTRA special for that special someone? This amazing diamond pendant has a great look that can be worn every day and for fine jewelry, under $500 is a great price! 

Diamond Starburst, fortunoff.com, $495

6. Sephora Eyeshadow Palette "In the Night". This collection of eyeshadows is shimmery, versatile and  extremely useful all-year-round. Works for everyone and the compact will look gorgeous on her dresser. 

Moonshadow Palette "In the Night", Sephora.com, $30

7. "Canary Diamond" faux ring. It may be just a fake CZ and not a precious yellow diamond, but if she loves the luxe look of yellow diamonds as much as I do,  you will love this affordable cocktail ring. There is one just like it (but real) in The Plaza Hotel's Fine Jewelry store that I just swoon over all the time but sadly had to wait to win the lottery first! 

Yellow Rhinestone ring,  AzureBella, $35

8. Bond No. 9 perfume. These sensual scents may be pricey but a bottle lasts years and the packaging is  beautiful enough to be an object of desire all on its own. Foxy Roxy favorite: The fresh grassy and floral notes of High Line. The Swarovski crystal bottles and gift sets are a whopping $500 but they are breathtaking!! 

fragrances from $170.00

9. Celebrity Replica Earrings. You may have seen them on Christina Aguilera and were green with envy but now that can be yours for under $100! 

Steve Sasco starburst earrings, $79

10. Silver Keepsake Bank. It is small, unique, and beautiful as it keeps your spare change or rings safe! Don't forget to get a name, initials or a message engraved on it too! 

Keepsake Savings Bank - Can be personalized!, GiftTree.com, $39.95

Have questions or challenges regarding your holiday shopping for curvy ladies? Please email us at FoxyRoxy.LushLife@gmail.com

Oooh Shiny Objects!!

Stunning Christmas red for only $28!!! 

OK so I may love metal music, muscle cars, Jack Daniels and other things that make me a bit tomboyish, but when I see anything glittering in the holiday window displays, I just turn into a little 5 year old girl!!

A message to all boyfriends who may be reading this: Shiny things rule!!! They wonder and amaze women and cats alike and always make me feel fierce, special and festive. Pretty universally if it sparkles, we will like it for a gift whether it's $5 or $500. Price doesn't matter as long as it's shiny and fun. Who doesn't like to get glam? Especially during the holidays when everything seems to twinkle. 

Only $20!!!

So when I went in search of a big, statement rhinestone necklace to pair with my Leopard dress for New Year's Eve, I went to the Garment District in NYC to one of the many costume jewelry stores. I found myself entranced by zillions of Swarovski crystals in crazy shapes and sizes, but the honeymoon was over once I saw the price tags.  

I feel that gaudy jewelry is amazing but I may not wear it enough to sink a huge investment in it and the vintage stores are priced more for antique stores rather than thrift stores. 

This is the one I bought for New Year's Eve. Dazzling! Only $48.00

Just when my hopes were dashed I found WhimZ Accessories! They are THE BEST FIND for jaw-dropping glitz on the web!! They had all the wild necklace designs, rhinestones and variety that the NYC stores had but for a quarter of the price. I thought that there had to be a catch. Was this a scam that will take ages to be delivered or in crappy condition once I got it? Was it going to be light like Halloween jewelry? 

Shown in Lavender for only $20

WhimZ WAS AMAZING!!!  I got a gorgeous necklace and earring set for UNDER $50 and it arrived in only a few days. Once I opened the box I got two big surprises: 

1) the quality was incredible- heavy set with great rhinestones

2) they sent me a FREE gift! I have no idea what qualified me for a gift but like a mystical fairy godmother, they knew exactly what I wanted and gifted me with rhinestone hoops....my all-time essential. 

I couldn't be more pleased with WhimZ Accessories and urge you to deck yourself for the holidays in all their glitter and glam OR check them out for affordable gifts that will floor any recipient! 

Teal for $48

Statement rings $20

LOOK! They even have rings, brooches and bracelets....

Swoon!! Purple Peacock bracelet! $48

Still want some more sparkle, glamour girl? Then check out my girl Yana's gorgeous ShinyMama makeup now available on Etsy here: http://www.etsy.com/shop/ShinyMamaBeauty
The glitter pots and sliver/gold eye liner make wonderful stocking stuffers!!

Treats for Curvy Tricks...uh, we mean Chicks

Cat Walk Kitty, $59.99

Every Halloween, us plus size ladies have to sift through the usual suspects of bagged sexy costumes and hope that they will look flattering. Here are the FoxyRoxy picks for the best looking costumes for ladies who want to look sexy but not over exposed. Some of the new costumes are unique enough for you to be the best dressed at the party too! I bought both Gypsy Maiden and Bat Girl and they look amazing on! Even the thigh-high boot covers fit perfectly! Most fit up to a size 20/22.

Golden Warrior, Sonsi.com, $59.99

Gypsy Maiden, $59.99

BatGirl, $59.99

 

Buccaneer Beauty, $44.99

Burlesque Beauty, $119.00

Can Can Girl, $59.99

Hooded Robe Costume, $39.99

Mystical Sorceress, $174.99

Fly Me to The Moon, $34.99

Pocahottie, Sonsi.com, $49.99 

Viking Princess, $149.99

Challenge 1: Day to Night skirts for Fall

Hanging out with a friend of mine she was expressing her need for more skirts that can be dressed up or down but without sequins. We are ON it! Here are some skirts that look great day or night!

But first for helpful answers for your fashion quandaries:

How do a wear a skirt in the fall and keep warm?
Tights! You need to consider proportion however so you don't cut your legs off in an unflattering manner. For instance, unless you are very tall or plan on wearing boots, do not wear footless leggings. Showing just an ankle of skin cuts the line of sight and make you look shorter.
Another rule of thumb: the shorter the skirt the taller the boots you can wear. The longer the skirt the shorter the boot shaft or wear regular shoes. Knee-high boots and a below the knee skirt just looks too dowdy and old for a fox like you!

I have a dressy skirt (think lace, velvet or embellished). How can it be dressed down for weekend brunch or a casual day?
1. A cropped jean jacket that hits just above your waist is always the easiest way to dress down any outfit

2. Roll up your sleeves and add a thin infinity scarf and you are set for casual cool! The scarf can be patterned but should be in the same color family as your skirt or your boots/tights. Think of it like bookending your torso with similar hues so it makes one cohesive look. See Nicole Richie's black scarf/tights combo or Pixie Geldof's Burgundy scarf and skirt combo.

Nicole Richie

Pixie Geldof

Wanna play it safe?  Go monochromatic and use the scarf as a pop of color like Rachel Bilson....

3. Add a hobo bag and cool shades for that laid-back VIP style

4. What to wear on your legs and feet? Do solid tights if the skirt is patterned, but if not, you can be daring with textured tights in a solid color. Slouchy boots, ankle boots, casual low wedges and ballet flats always do the trick.

I have a casual skirt (think jean or corduroy). How can it can be dressed up for a day at the office or a cocktail party? 
1. Jean skirts are rarely appropriate for the office, but if it is a dark wash pencil skirt, you can pair it with a tailored blazer, chunky jewelry and pointy-toe pumps or dress boots.

2. Sparkles!! Add glittering layers of necklaces, a big cocktail ring or a dressy cardigan to get instant glamour for a night out. It's a great mix of laid back and sexy glam for a date!

3. Dressy textiles! Have a plain black jersey or corduroy skirt or some dark denim? Add a silky jewel-tone top, rich cashmeres, or lace tights to bring your day skirt right into party time.

4. Dressy boots with embellishments like fringe, lace, metallics, or thin heels look great with any skirt, but you can also opt for your favorite party shoes and a clutch bag.

And now for our favorite versatile (non sequined) skirts....

On trend and you can wear anywhere!! A Lane Bryant, Leather pencil skirt, $54

Target, Ponte Knit Miniskirt in 3 colors, $24

Levi's, "Perfectly Shaping" skirt in
Indigo wash, $24.99

Lane Bryant, Metallic Denim, $49.95

Icon Apparel, Red "All Night" textured skirt (also in black and khaki), $24

Torrid, Black Lace Shirred mini, $31

6pm.com, XCVI Peasant Skirt, $75

Kiss Therapy, black wash denim, $35

The MOST versatile! Old Navy, Corduroy pencil ( in 5 colors), $29.95

Target, Sweater Skirt (also in black/white), $24.99

As always, if you have other plus size quests and questions, please email us at FoxyRoxy.LushLife@gmail.com