Can I tell you a secret? I adore super-long skirts and dresses, like this maxi dress from SWAK Designs. Not quite formal, but not casual either, it’s the kind of dress you wear when you want to be dressed up and elegant, yet still feel comfortable.
This dress has a flattering V-neck and empire waistline, which is embellished with three rows of rhinestones. Also, the nearly elbow-length sleeves are perfect for ladies who prefer to cover their upper arms and shoulders.

What I love about shirts like this ruffled top from Old Navy is that they’re versatile. Wear it under a cardigan or blazer in the fall and winter, or on its own during the warmer months.
The top, made from a soft jersey fabric, has pretty ruffles around the neckline, and a tie that defines the waist. If you work in a casual office, you could pair it with khakis and a cardigan with a pair of cute flats. Or add it to your weekend wardrobe with knee-length shorts and sandals.
The …

If you’re like me, you’re ready for spring, and already eying the new tees out in stores.
This 3/4-length sleeve top from Avenue has a pretty scroll design, but it’s also all about texture. The tee has a fine rib, and atop the tone-on-tone pattern is a design made from metal studs. Another detail I really like in this shirt is the neckline, which Avenue calls a “Taj neckline.” (Like a scoop neck with a small V inset)
It’s available in a light bluish purple, with a dark blue/purple pattern, or in …

Sexy clothes don’t have to be skin-tight or be all about your cleavage. Sometimes it’s better to show a little than a lot. This lacy red top, from PlusSizeFix.com, lets you bare some skin without being vulgar about it. But don’t worry – you’ll still get plenty of attention when you put this on.
A band of lace starts just above the bust, and it also features lace sleeves. It ties above the shoulders, and is snug around the hips, creating a bubble style.
In red, the top comes in sizes 1X …

Curvy List’s last featured item was a pretty ruffled blouse that would work great for a holiday party. Here’s an inexpensive skirt you could pair with it.
The lace illusions skirt from Fashion Bug falls just below the knee, a length appropriate for a special event but also for work. (It would look great with a pretty blazer) The skirt has an elastic waist, and has pretty pleating around the hem.
It comes in misses and plus sizes, from small to 26/28. The plus size skirt is 26 ½ inches, and the …

This is the time of year when we start thinking about what we’ll wear to the holiday parties. If you’re like me, you want something special that’s not as formal as an all-out cocktail dress. A pretty, shiny top with a black skirt or trousers and heels should do nicely.
A good choice would be this ruffled blouse from Lane Bryant. (I’ve been a little obsessed with ruffles lately, ever since they were dissed by Nicolas on this season’s “Project Runway.”) It’s got a nice sheen and will make you feel …

Though I personally don’t have the shape to pull it off, this dress from Igigi would be gorgeous on a woman with an hourglass figure. The slightly high waist will emphasize a smaller middle, and the flared skirt will disguise a larger bottom.
The details on the Adaline dress are gorgeous. There’s unique pleating on the three-quarter length sleeves, and the skirt even has pockets. Plus, the subtle pinstripe adds some visual interest to a neutral color palette.
You can wear it with black accessories such as what the model in the …

As soon as the temperatures start to cool off, I want to start wearing layers. There’s something so cozy about wearing a sweater and a scarf over a tee or a pretty blouse.
This sweater vest from Avenue is a great choice for fall. You can wear it over a button-up with a scarf or pretty necklace as in the photo, or be more casual with a long-sleeve tee.
The “boyfriend” style vest comes in tan, purple, orange, green and berry. It’s available in sizes 14/16 through 22/24. The best part is …

I can’t think of very many styles more flattering to a plus-size frame than a wrap. It emphasizes the bust (which many of us are blessed with) and minimizes the waist. A wrap like this ruffled dress from Necessary Objects — which has a slightly empire waist and pleating details — will also camouflage a tummy.
There are so many occasions that you could wear this dress. It’s nice enough for a party or casual wedding , but could also be worn on a date or to go out with …

As much as we love pretty dresses, great trousers and tailored blazers, sometimes we just want to be warm and comfortable. But even when we’re not dressed up, we still want to be cute.
This embroidered hoodie from Old Navy will bring some style to your leisure days. It has a pretty flower pattern in cream on the front and would look great thrown over a T-shirt and jeans.
Old Navy sells this hoodie on its web site for $29.50, but as of this writing it’s priced at $26.50. It comes in …