Month: July 2019

If you were to say to me, “Hey Catherine, throw on this form fitted midi sweater dress in 90 degree weather…” I would have given you some maaaaaaaaaaaaajor side eye and would have pretended I didn’t hear you. That sounds like some major uncomfortable madness to me! Then I came across this little 525 America little number and my perspective has changed a bit. I guess I have to give a big shout out to my friend Ellen who is like the connoisser (need to check the spelling on that one) of sweater dresses. Every other week I am usually receiving a screenshot of a Rent the Runway look that she is like YOU MUST RENT THIS ASAP! Well, after every excuse in the book I decided to give this trend a twirl. Of course, trying out sweater dresses in the middle of summer sounds like a stunning idea…said no one ever.

I think the key to success during these summer months is finding the right texture and weight. Now the heavy knit options are a definite no go, save those for your fall time frolicking. Textures that have the weight of almost cotton are a perfect go-to if you are wanting to jump on this trend. I guess if you want to get real specific this is a “rib knitted dress.” Now I am craving bbq ribs…dang it! If you are feeling more confused than ever on what I am even talking about now since we have skipped around on so many topics I went ahead and did a round up of some of my favorite knit looks that you can wear immediately! I know I am always buzzing about Rent the Runway, but it honestly has opened up my eyes to so many brands that I didn’t even realize carried above size 14 let alone unique looks!

XO

Catherine

Nothing better than coming across a brand that serves above size 14 that offers unique and stylish pieces for anyone’s taste! Before e-commerce came around I felt like I could tell you probably on one hand the places that I could find clothing that fit me. Now I feel like I can count on my hands, toes, and I probably need to borrow a friends hands and toes to count all the brands that are popping up left and right offering above size 14 options and also below 14 as well. Gotta love some fashion for all!  I will say this is just the beginning, but I did not think I would come to a time where there was a brand I never heard of before. So say hello to City Chic!

Sidenote, one of my favorite parts about using Rent the Runway is that I have been exposed to so many more brands that I had no idea offered sizes above size 14. The first City Chic piece I rented you may remember was from the Derby Party I attended that Dani of Blonde in the District threw. The fit was so true to size and I felt super chic, well I guess that is why that word is in the company name. Your welcome for that lame attempt at a punch line.

The next time you guys may have spotted me in this brand was when I was awkwardly frolicking through the fields at a winery for my friend Ellen’s bachelorette party. Also, pictured in my intense twirling moment at the beach in my main photo. I am usually not much of a maxi dress fan, since I get warm so quickly in them, but this was the perfect mix of an off the shoulder that I can’t get enough of and the length was perfect. Funny story though, beware of walking over those metal grates in the city. I walked over one in this dress and had a Marilyn Monroe moment, but it was not cute, it got real awkward real quick.

Now, I may need to go back to my RTR account and purchase this polka dot romper, because it is epppiccccccccc. I don’t think this piece needs much of an explanation. Can be worn on of off the shoulder and a little trick is to be able to wear this for a work look I actually wore high waisted black undergarments to hide the part that has your skin exposed and threw on a jean jacket for a casual Friday vibe. Then on the weekends or after work I wore my usual garments and threw on a pair of heels for a cute girls night out look. I have a hard time finding rompers that fit in the right places and this one is a winner!

Have you guys shopped this brand before?!

XO

Catherine