Before I quit my job to become lazy a SAHM, I used to have a little thing called CABLE. But alas, it became imperative to cut that $89/month out of the budget when I you know, stopped making money.
I can honestly say I don’t miss it much. But I do miss ONE show…TLC’s “What Not to Wear”. I heart Clinton and Stacy. I want to be them when I grow up. Well, particularly Stacy, because I’d like to stay a girl. When I am shopping, I think, “What would Clinton and Stacy say about this item of clothing?” They helped morph me into the “fit fanatic” I am today.
So, since I’m like, a swanky Style editor and stuff, {rolls eyes}, some of my friends have been asking me for fashion advice lately. ESPECIALLY in the two areas women freak out about the most: swimsuits and (if you’re a blogger) what to wear to BlogHer. One person in particular who was hyperventilating the most was Emily’s and my beloved AmyinOHio.
So I gave Amy some fashion rules for her body type and helped her pick some outfits out and she quickly became a shopping FANATIC! And I thought, “Hmm, this would make a great post!” So I asked one of my Twitter pals who I knew worked with Marshall’s and TJ Maxx if they’d let Amy and I explore what kind of plus-size fashions they had as well as get Amy the accessories she needed to look FANTABULOUS at BlogHer, particularly the day before it starts, when she is hosting the pre-BlogHer WELCOME LUNCH at Dick’s Last Resort.
She is the hostess with the MOSTESS so she needs to stand out in the crowd for her *fabulous fashion sense*.
So Marshall’s and TJ Maxx hooked Amy up with some gift cards, and Monday night we went shopping!! The plus-size selection was great, particularly at Marshall’s, and Amy had a cart loaded up with stuff to try on! Our shopping trip was crashed by some of our blogger buds, Tricia and Andrea (and Tricia’s cute baby and Andrea’s poor husband!) and we had a great time. The only time I had to whip out my stern Stacy London persona was when Amy wanted to buy a pair of denim capris that were TOO BIG. She argued that they’d be “comfy” but let me tell you, TOO BIG doesn’t look good on anyone!! So don’t go there, ladies. Anyhoo– she didn’t buy them! Yay! But she did get all this:
and this:
for less than $150! Woot Woot!
After shopping, I did a makeover on Amy with makeup provided by my FAVORITE, Mary Kay! She looked amazing…but I can’t reveal the results of her wardrobe and makeup style ’til next week, on Blissful Style. So, stay tuned for that.
And yes, I am available locally for any personal shopping needs you may have. And yes, I will wear a Stacy London wig for an additional fee!
i’m thinking i need to take you shopping with me. how about today???
Will you add the stripe in the hair? Otherwise, I’m not springing for the wig. Ha!
Want to hit some vintage shops with me one afternoon?
I got one of my BlogHer dresses at TJ Maxx. I love that place!
Wait, I didn’t know the wig was an option!
Thanks so much Jenny for making me smoking hawt of course, but most of all for being my wonderful friend.
xxoo
Please adopt me! 😉
I love that orange purse. Rooowwwwrrrrr.
I heart TJ Maxx. Probably half my clothes come from there and I totally recognize those little red clearance stickers on the tags. Ahem.
whoo hooo!!! Can’t wait to see Amy in those fab clothes. I live nearby – need to dress anyone else? PLEASE???????
You’re a great girlfriend for doing this! See you there – in my shabby, badly fitting clothes, Debba / Girlfriendology
Dood, do you make out of state house calls? Just checkin’…
Cause I could totally use your help. It’s just too bad I’m in Texas and you’re NOT!
See you in Chicago!! But please don’t go all Stacey on my arse while there, because then I might just cry! Especially if I’ve been drinking!
You’re too cute! I LOVE Marshall’s! We don’t have TJ MAXX here but I’m a huge Marshall’s fan, as you know 😉
YAY for Amy’s awesome choices and for having such a wonderful friend, like you to help her out!
Can’t wait to see you again!!! I’m rockin’ lots of Marshall’s stuff at BlogHer, too 😉
I LOVE TJ Maxx!!!! Today I bought a new shirt (before work b/c I spilled my breakfast while eating and driving on the way to work) and almost got a size larger b/c it felt comfy. Then I looked long and hard in the mirror and realized comfy = 20 extra lbs! yikes!
🙂 Fun! I’m a total What Not To Wear addict. And, don’t tell anyone, but my husband loves it to. (Actually, my husband picks out most of my clothes these days- and I always get complimented when I wear them, so he must know that he’s doing. He’s like a straight version of Clinton.)
I could do all my shopping at TJ Maxx. Just got some cute wedges there this past weekend. (And, yes, my husband picked them out for me.)
I definitely need shopping help too! I wish I had a sense of style like you!
Amy’s going to look like a million bucks. You are a rock-star pal Jenny!!
Please take me next!
very cool! Now when are you available to come up to Cleveland. Altho I will do the drive down.
I actually made myself go shopping last Saturday for stuff that fit. It is so depressing to only have clothes that are too big or too small. Nothing was comfortable anymore! I hit Marshall’s and Ross (they are practically next door to each other) and I got several items for less than $5!
Hello??? I want you to make ME over for Blissdom next year? Puh-retty pleeeez??? 🙂
Jenny you rock girlfriend! I’m still so grateful for the advice you gave me on suits. And I can’t wait to see Amy’s new look at BH. Loving that orange bag!
Could you please go shopping and tell me what to wear? I’m seriously fashion-challenged! 🙂
You’ve mentioned three of my favorite things! Amy, TJ Maxx and Marshalls!
We’ve never met, but I loved you already. NOW? I love you even more. Prepare to be attacked (in a good way) in Chicago.
By me. In case that wasn’t clear.
xoxo
Bravo, I can attest to the fact that she looked absolutely stunning!
Beautiful! I really wish I’d been there to see Amy sporting all that lovely clothing.
Going to be in Maine anytime soon? I know a certain asylum hostess that is in dire need of a fashion makeover. *lol*