"OFF THE RACK" Episode 1

 

I loved this gold and black peplum dress from the moment I saw it.  It was very affordable so I purchased it from Curve Culture (unfortunately it's no longer available).  Curve Culture is a plus size online boutique that I started following maybe a year ago.

I like the way they promote their fashions.  Unfortunately, I haven't had many places to wear this beauty so it has sat in my closet for months.  I decided to pull it out for the first episode of "Off The Rack" and give it a whirl.

When I first tried it on I was unimpressed because my spirits was very low at the time.  On top of that everyone I showed the garment to was not excited about it.  I was told by one stylist that they thought it was too flashy.

However, a few weeks later I tried it on again and I liked what I saw.  I immediately started grabbing jewelry pieces from my collection and everything came together.

I like this dress because it conceals the areas on my body I want to draw less attention to.  

My arms

My arms are huge.  Okay that may be exaggerating a little bit, but my arms are big.  It can sometimes be a deal breaker for me when purchasing clothes if they fit in every area but my arms.  I hate finding the perfect top or dress only to have it fit tight in the sleeve.  This dress provides the perfect remedy with its bubbled-ruffled sleeve.  This ruffled detail allowed me to adjust the sleeve to the length that was best for me and helped keep it in place.

My tummy

The peplum detail on this dress diverts attention away from the shape of my stomach.  Of course, you can still see that I have a pudge but the shape and outline is a little bit more hidden because of that detail.  The dress is straight but flexible.  The peplum portion of the dress bubbles out slightly and gives the dress movement.

I like this dress because it draws attention away from the parts of my body that I feel are less flattering.  It's not always easy to pull this off in a fun and fashionable way.  There always seems to be a compromise when it comes to fashion and life and even in relationships.  

However, every now and then you come across something and maybe someone that fits just right! At that point, you can't help but to show it off!  Check out the video below for the first episode of OFF THE RACK and stay tuned for the next episode.