Momma Told Me: Dress for you!
When I was young, fresh out of high school and in college, I loved all
things girlie. I wouldn't let a warm Southern California day go by
without sporting a Summer Dress or a flowy skirt and heels. But, as
women know all too well, time is not always so kind to our curves, and
sizes and shapes tend to change. My weight has fluctuated quite a bit
over the past ten years, and only recently did I drop over 60lbs after a
serious health scare. I never was a 'big' girl, but I've never been a
'small' girl either. I have curves, from head to toe, and this can be a
difficult fashion hurdle for a 5'11" woman entering her 30s. I still
want to be fun and flirty, but I also want to be modest and feminine.
And that is how I fell in love with Karina dresses, a brand that truly
makes a dress for every body.
With 12 core designs, and numerous prints within each design, the Karina
collection is always evolving through the season and to meet their
customer's demands. Several of the styles, such as the Gala and Lauren
even offer different cuts and lengths to suit the wearer's tastes.A lot of the dresses feature fabrics in beautiful bold prints that certainly make a statement, though the designs, themselves, are forgiving and simple. After having tried the Magenta Safari
Gala Wrap Dress and the
Penelope in Purple Plaid, I wanted to find a Karina that was a little closer to my comfort zone; something almost vintage in style. In a Navy With White Polka Dot print, this fun and flirty capped sleeve dress swings just at my knees and is ever so comfortable.
Karina Dresses are made to flatter women of every size, and I certainly am a well endowed, full figure, woman. That being said, I have had my challenges with the bust on previous dresses, and this was no exception. When I first put the
Nora on it nearly swallowed my chest, showing nothing but fabric up to my neck. This was great for my Aunt's 90'th birthday celebration, with the entire family gathered, but for my photo-shoot I wanted to look a little younger. For the evening, I pair the cap sleeves with a lightweight shrug that can easily be removed for dancing. To accessorize the V-Cross front I used a chunky cherry red enamel bib necklace, my faithful Chicken Purse (for just a little extra Kitsch), some Mary Janes from Torrid and a Red Polka Dot Ribbon in my hair.
The Karina collection is growing every day, and some of my favorite
prints and styles are making their way out of the collection, *cough,
Purple Plaid Penelope* so be sure to stop by today! In a few weeks the remainder of the Spring 2014 line will be revealed, and you'll want to be the first to see the gorgeous prints lined up! Sign up for the
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You look amazing! That Karina dress is super flattering on you. I also love that you are 5'11 and still rock the heels!
ReplyDeleteI just love this dress on you - it does have that retro vibe that you wear oh, so well. And did I see a chicken purse?
ReplyDeleteI haven't tried the Nora yet. Seeing it on you (especially in those polka dots) is definitely tempting me!
ReplyDeleteI definitely gravitate towards companies that have a wide variety of clothing and accessories for woman of EVERY shape, size, age, ethnicity, etc.
ReplyDeleteIt's not only supporting a business but it's also supporting a company that supports us woman regardless of what way we come :)
Being different is beautiful and it sounds like Karina Dresses GETS that!
LOVE that dress on you (and that chicken purse ROCKS) :)
I love the Nora dress on you! I just did a review for the Ruby Dots one and want to get the navy next!
ReplyDeleteI love your retro styling with that dress. For some reason, I did not know that Karina were Made in the USA. I love supporting these companies.
ReplyDeleteI have really been wanting to try Karina dresses. I'm a 6th grade teacher and need to wear professional and modest clothes to work each day. I LOVE wearing dresses because it makes it so easy to get ready in the morning!
ReplyDeleteLOVE the polka dots. Super cute and very flattering!
ReplyDeleteI love the big polka dots. This is a very nice looking dress and it has a flattering stlye to it. Looks very good on you!!
ReplyDeleteYou really can pull off the polka dots,it flatters you very well.
ReplyDeleteI love the dress. I love polka dot dresses.
ReplyDeleteI love the colour of this dress; I think navy is such a fabulous colour that adds brightness to any wardrobe but also looks slimming, like black does. I also love that this dress has pockets in it!
ReplyDeleteI Love her America's Next Top Model pose; the outfit is pure FIRE!
ReplyDeleteYou rock this Nora dress!
ReplyDeleteSo cute! I love this one with the red shoes.
ReplyDeleteSuch a cute dress! I have always been partial to polka dot fabric. I love the touch of red you added with your shoes. You look really nice!
ReplyDeleteYou look amazing!! The dress is beautiful!!
ReplyDeleteEvery Karina dress I have seen is stunning and gorgeous. I love how they look good on thin women, and look great on curvy women. I am curvy and always have such a hard time finding good dresses
ReplyDeletePolka dots are so cute on everyone! Tonya
ReplyDeleteThat fabric looks un-wrikle-able, which I'm always hunting for because I live in a suitcase.
ReplyDeleteThese dresses look so cute and comfortable! And, now that summer may be coming, I WANT ONE!It nice they suggest dress styles according to your body shape.
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These dresses look so cute and comfortable! And, now that summer may be coming, I WANT ONE!It nice they suggest dress styles according to your body shape.
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Such an amazing dress. You look beautiful in it. It is so flattering to your figure. I love that you can wear it during a hot day and stick a little jacket over it for a chilly night. You ware it so well, and look supper comfy in it.
ReplyDeletethat dress was made for you
ReplyDeleteI just love polka dots I would rock the hell out of this dress.
ReplyDeleteyou look beautiful!
ReplyDeletePolka Dots are my thing. They really look good on you! I gotta get me one!
ReplyDeleteValerie W said...Polka Dots are my thing. They really look good on you! I gotta get me one! Had to repost, won't post with my name unless I put it in the comments!!
ReplyDeleteyou look so adorable
ReplyDeleteYou really rock that dress.
ReplyDeleteYou look adorable with your chicken bag. You are a character! Love it!
ReplyDeleteYou look super cute!! I really like the dress on you!!!
ReplyDeleteI love that dress and they are easy care as well. It looks so comfy! Thanks!
ReplyDeleteLove, love the dress! Such a fun polka dot and you look great! I want it! lol
ReplyDeleteI love the look- especially the heels!!
ReplyDeleteThe dress looks great and I believe it has POCKETS!
ReplyDeleteLove the halter top part!
ReplyDeleteJust love the Navy & White Polka Dot on you!
ReplyDeleteI am so jealous but you look great
ReplyDeleteI just love polka dots and the dress looks terrific on you.
ReplyDeleteLove the red shoes too.
Love the retro feel you've created - I need to get this print. Also LOVE the chicken purse with it!
ReplyDeleteThe navy and dot dress is adorable, and I love how you paired it with the red hairband! So cute!
ReplyDeleteThis looks great on you! And I totally love the red shoes and accessories! Everything is better in red! :)
ReplyDeleteso very pretty
ReplyDeleteVery cute! I love the polka dots, and your styling is fantastic--accessory wise, I'm not sure if I like the heels or the chicken purse best!
ReplyDeleteGorgeous , and so flattering. And the chicken purse!
ReplyDeleteThis dress looks great on you, and that chicken purse is hilarious!
ReplyDeleteYou look beautiful as always. I love these dresses on you girlie.
ReplyDeleteI just love the red with the blue polka dotted dress!
ReplyDeleteI love the 50's style you have. You look so pretty.
ReplyDeleteHi! This dress fits you perfectly!! I love it! Thank-you
ReplyDeleteThat looks great on you! I love the size of the polka dots!
ReplyDeleteSuch a vintage look! So fun!
ReplyDeleteI love the polka dots. It looks great with the red shoes.
ReplyDeleteI love that it could be worn for a casual lunch or a fancy dinner!!!!!
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ReplyDeleteI love the dress, almost as much as I covet your chicken purse!
ReplyDeleteLooks nice !
ReplyDeleteThese are lovely dresses with a lot of potential. I could wear these eaveryday!
ReplyDeleteLove the polka dot dress!!!
ReplyDeleteLove the polka dot dress!!! Looks great
ReplyDeleteThis is a great dress and actually looks comfortable.
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