Instagram weekend

  

This past weekend my husband and I had a magical stay-cation in West Hollywood.  Room service, salt water pool, good friends, and lots of rum.  I did most of my visual chronicling on Instagram, so if you don't follow me on there, check it out online here.  Here are 3 looks above from various points in the weekend.  Top photo: Bathing suit, sunglasses - ASOS, Leopard Kimono - Nasty Gal, Necklace - Topshop.  Bottom left photo: Dress - ASOS, Sunglasses - Coastal.com, Bra - Lane Bryant, Necklace - Vintage (1970's). Bottom right photo: Sunglasses - ASOS.  I'm loving the poolside vibe this summer, so hopefully I will have more day looks...and soon!

Getting ready for the weekend...Poolside musts!

Poolside Musts by pinkbot featuring plus size one piece swimsuits

This weekend my husband and I are having a little staycation at a local swanky hotel.  I plan on spending most of it in the pool with a cocktail...however, my style is anything but the "typical" beach bunny.  You do NOT have to sacrifice your edge and conform to typical beachwear.  The wonderful thing is that lots of plus size companies are making cool swimwear now.  Here are a few of my favorites...including the bathing suit, sandals, and sunnies I plan to wear!  Click the image to get all the shopping details.  And of course: don't forget the sunscreen!

Interview with DARE Magazine

A month ago I was asked by the super chic Erin of ZeroStyle some questions for an upcoming Canadian plus size fashion magazine, DARE.  This online magazine came out today and is phenomenal! I'm so happy to be included in the first issue.  You can click the images below to go the readable magazine site.

Spring/Summer '13 Wardrobe Inspo

Now that it's officially spring and getting (even) warmer, I like to evaluate my wardrobe and what I'm inspired by in fashion right now.  Here are my current obsessions for my personal style this Spring/Summer 2013.

 
Quality Basics
For years, I just grabbed cute(ish) basics from Old Navy, Walmart, and Target but I must admit: I was forever disappointed with what I got. There was always something off with the design and even more off with the fit.  I started to look into getting less pieces at a slightly higher price and will NEVER go back to those crummy options.  Besides, spending $40 on a perfect tank top is cheaper than buying 4 different poorly made $14 ones that you don't love!  Above are my current favorite basics, perfect for LIVING in.  Go to brands? SWAK, Babooshka, and Rachel Pally.  Damn You Alexis also has some killer pieces.

 
Accessories in Clear, Hologram, and Iridescent
I've always loved futuristic styling and nothing says space ship like these materials.  They were HUGE on the runways, but I think translate well to regular life.  Also: what isn't fun about a little more sparkle & shimmer!?

 
Peridot
From eyeshadow to jewelry to fabric, this color (coincidentally my birthstone) has found it's way into my heart. I'm loving it for make up, particularly...eyes and nails!

What are you loving this spring/summer?

Nuclear Seasons: My Latest Collection for Domino Dollhouse

Yesterday I launched the first part of Domino Dollhouse's new Nuclear Seasons collection. It was so fun to be able to bring my 90's rave, grunge, spice girl influenced dreams come true. These are probably some of my favorite photos created for DD thus far.  The photography is by Shannon Brooke, make up by Natasha Marcelina, hair by Frankie Sin, modeling by Alex De Vel and Lia Freeman, and styling by Tiffany Kaelin.  If you'd like to see what else influenced the process, check out our video playlist here and our pinterest board here.  The pieces that will be making their way into my closet first are the Slip Dress in Blue Roses, Maxi Skirt in Blue Roses, and the Zippered Full Skirt in Black Metallic Spandex (this bad boy has POCKETS too...coming soon with part 2).

What are your favorite pieces?

That's right, chubblettes!  Not only will my company be selling goodies on the cheap, but my closet is getting FLUSHED! I have tons of brand new, amazing pieces to sell, including shoes & bags.  Come out and see us and if you can't: please tell your So Cal friends!!

OOTD: Valentine's Dinner

This past weekend my husband and I went out to a nice Valentine's dinner and I decided to break out some of my new favorite pieces.  Between the rings, the dress and the kitty-eared bowler hat, I was pretty happy with this look!






 

Outfit Details:

• Dress, Necklaces, Spiked Bracelets - ASOS
• Leggings - Domino Dollhouse (re-stocked here)
• Hat - Patricia Field
• Rings - Evil Pawn Jewelry
• Shoes - Agyness Deyn for Dr Martens
• Other bangles - Torrid

I do love this ASOS dress, but be warned: it is NOT stretchy and the fit means that sometimes it's a bit hard to raise your arms. 

And finally: if you haven't participated in Fatshion February yet, you should BECAUSE you could win one of 3 gift certificates to Domino Dollhouse!  See all the juicy details here.

Spring '13 Playlist

I'm in the countdown to Domino Dollhouse's Spring 2013 photo shoot and I'm constantly looking for creative inspiration.  Here is my current visual playlist...I can't wait to share these pictures/clothes with everyone!



 
 
 

First Post of 2013...a wee bit late!

 

Yes, again I have been delinquent in updating, but not because I've broken up with the Internet.  When it comes to wish lists and collections of favorite fashions, I've been cheating on Chubble Bubble with Pinterest. It's probably one of the best ways to save visual wish lists on the Internet.  I've also been using the new "private" boards to get inspiration and swatches for Domino Dollhouse and I LOVE it.

Want to follow my different boards to get the most up to date fashion picks? Click here to view!

Etsy Pulls

Lately, I've been scouring vintage/thrift shops with my best lady, Frankie, while she gathers goods for her Etsy shop (you can see it here...she's only got 1 left right now! Her stuff goes quick).  After a particularly submerging weekend in Palm Springs, I have the vintage bug.  I've been dreaming of confetti lucite, bakelite dominos, and drunk pink elephants. So, I have been thinking of ways to interpret this into my blog...cue the greatest vintage shop in the world: Etsy.  Here are some of my current favorite plus size clothing pieces on Etsy right now (click on the image to go to the ordering page).



Plus Size Vintage Coat 2X/3X $46


Lime Green 60's Mod Dress 3X $18.99

 
Sheer Cream 3X Top $80


1950's Lane Bryant Cocktail Dress 1X $118



XXL Black Vintage Slip $22

Leopard Duster Coat 4X $175

Want to see what else I've been cultivating in my favorites? Click HERE to see my Etsy wishlist.  Also: I'm typing this from my new laptop (Merry Xmas to ME), so hopefully my blogs will be more bountiful in 2013.