Leading Lady Bra Review/Giveway

A few weeks ago I was contacted by Leading Lady to review one of their bras. I have been contacted before about reviewing bras, but I declined because I didn't really feel like a bra review would mesh well with the other content on this blog. This time around I thought I would try one out because, like many of you, I have both a large band and cup size which makes it hard to find a proper fitting bra that doesn't cost a ton of money.  Leading Lady had me covered in that regard.

I received the full coverage bra in a 50 F because they did not offer a triple D. I loved the fit of this bra. The strap across the back gave me great coverage and laid flat against my back the way it should. The shoulder straps were comfy and didn't fall down throughout the day. I loved that because I hate having to constantly adjust things. I must say that the boning of the first bra they sent me popped out on one side, but it turns out that bra was defective. Leading Lady sent me a second bra and it has been going strong for the past few weeks. Overall, I really liked this bra and would purchase one myself.

So that you guys get the opportunity to try a bra for yourselves  leading lady has offered to give one lucky winner the bra of their choice. All you have to do is fill out the entry form below.

a Rafflecopter giveaway

Winter Time School Fresh

Closed. 
The winner is Felicia Taliaferro!



(Sweater: Vintage/Vest: Torrid/ Leggings: Courtesy of Kmart/brooches: Some vintage, some Top Shop, some courtesy of L L U L O/Shoes: Nylon for Nike/Earrings: Ebay)

This is the outfit that has become my everyday school uniform. In the fall my go to school outfit was jeans, a blouse, and blazer, but now that winter is in full effect in Chicago I have been wearing leggings, a ugly sweater, and sneakers. My love of ugly clothes is still going strong and I wanted to post a outfit wearing sneakers. I don't see a lot of fashion bloggers wearing sneakers, but I certainly think sneakers can be fashionable. I hope to show more outfits wearing them in the future.

The vest is something I picked up from Torrid on clearance in the summer of 2010 and it is one of my most loved pieces; I love the faded look it has gotten over the years. My favorite thing to do is to add some of different pins and brooches I collect to it. Two of my favorites right now are the African brooches I got from L L U L O. I love the statement the African American brooch makes. These brooches are good quality and they don't fall of my vest a lot. I did have to add some extra pins around the edges so it laid flat and didn't hang.

If you like these brooches you can enter to win one of your own. Just leave your regular comment along with your email and how you follow Fat Shopaholic and you are entered.

Oh and if you are in the market for new glasses I got these cat eye glasses for free from Costal Contacts using the code "firstpairfree".

Finally thanks to everyone that voted for me in the Silver Jeans Co contest. I won! More updates about that to come soon. Also, the giveaway winners have been posted on facebook. 

Silver Jeans Co. Day #3 Blogger Style Wars/Giveaway

Jeans: Courtesy of Silver Jeans/Jacket:Courtesy of Simply/Shoes:Courtesy of Torrid/Earrings:Ebay/Shoe Strings: American Apparel

This is the final day of the Silver Jeans Co. Style Wars. For today's outfit I decided to do something super casual since my other two looks were a bit more dressy causal. I went for limited accessories and threw on a sequin jacket to add a little glam to the basic denim.

As with the last two days this post also doubles as a giveaway for a pair of jeans. To enter the third and final giveaway head over to the Silver Jeans Co. facebook page to vote for my look by liking the post and leaving a comment. The voting is close and I would love to win the chance to be on the front page of the Silver Jeans Co. website, so every vote counts. Voting ends Friday 9 p.m. Pst.  Thanks so much everybody.

Silver Jeans Co. Blogger Style Wars Day #2/Giveaway

Top: Thrifted, Jeans: Courtesy of Silver Jeans, Necklace: Top Shop, Bag: Courtesy of Simply Be, Shoes: Marshalls. 

Photo: Josh Slater 

For today's look I decided to take these boot cut jeans and pair them with a vintage blouse and make this a more vintage look. As with yesterday you guys have the chance to win a pair of jeans. To enter the second giveaway like and comment my 'day 2' post on the Silver Jeans Co. Facebook page here. Thanks to everyone that voted yesterday. Lets get just as many like and comments on the facebook page today! :-) Also, please remember this is a new post on the Silver Jeans Co. facebook so you can vote again and enter to win a second pair of jeans!

Silver Jeans C. Blogger Style Wars Day #1/Giveaway

Blazer: Collection by One Stop Plus/Top:Avenue/Bow:Top Shop/Watch: Joan Rivers via QVC/Jeans:Suki Capri courtesy of Silver Jeans(altered at the ends for fit)/Creepers: T.U.K via Ebay/Bag:via Ebay

Photos by Josh Salter

Today marks the beginning of a 3 post series in conjunction with Silver Jeans Co. For the next 3 days I will be showing you different spring looks that incorporate a variety of cuts and styles from Silver. These look are also apart of blogger style wars with Christina of Love Brown Sugar and Chase of Sample Size Sixteen. The winner will be featured on Silver Jeans website, so head over to the Silver Jeans Co. Facebook page and let them know you liked my look! I thought I'd start the week off with a bang and post the most fun look as well as my favorite. 

This outfit incorporates great textures and patterns like hounds-tooth, velvet and denim with darker elements like dark lips and creepers. I love how versatile the jeans are. Here I have them rolled down for more of a cropped look, but they can be cuffed for capris if you prefer.  If I had valentine this also what I would wear out for Valentines day. 

Silver Jeans Co. Denim runs in the $80 -100 range and can be purchased at their website, Torrid, and Macy's. However today I will be giving one lucky winner the chance to win the pair of jeans of their choice. Just leave your email address and how you follow Fat Shopaholic  along with your regular comment. For an extra entry please VOTE FOR ME by clicking 'like' and leaving a comment on my post here. This giveaway ends Monday, February 13th.

Swim Suits For All Giveaway!

Although for many of us it's the middle of winter many of you guys are going on tropical vacations or live in warmer climates. Despite your reason Swim Suits For All has you covered with a great swimsuit.  They offer a variety of styles in everything from one pieces to tanki's and even go up to a size 34w which means they truly have something for everyone. Swim Suits For All has also introduced a new Fit and Flatter system to help you find the perfect Swimsuit for you. Just input your different Swimsuit needs (style, color, brand, body type, etc.)  and you'll see a list of offering tailored to you. Today two of you lovely ladies have the opportunity to win the swim suit of your choice. To enter this giveaway fill out the entry form below. Good Luck to Everyone!


a Rafflecopter giveaway

Shopbop $100 giveaway!

Everyone loves great hand bags and accessories. Accessories complete already fabulous outfits and can give a plain outfit that extra punch it needs. Shopbop.com has so great designer options at great prices. 

Here's what Shopbop has to say about their selection of clutches, "For a night out, clutches are the perfect accessory to hold your keys, wallet, and lipstick. Of course, black goes with everything, and Shopbop offers a great selection of black handbags from designers like Alexander Wang and Tory Burch that will complete any outfit with style."

Here's what Shopbop has to say about their selection of hand bags, "For an on-the-go student or career woman, L.A.M.B. bags like the Wright Sash Cross Body Bagare the perfect choice for a daytime bag. It’s big enough to fit everything you need, and the cross-body strap makes it comfortable and convenient."

Shopbop has decided to give one lucky reader the chance to win $100 gift card to shop for great hand bags and accessories. 

How to enter/Rules:

1.) To enter you must follow Fat Shopaholic using one of the following mediums: Google Friend Connect, Twitter, Facebook, Blog Lovin, Email Subscription or Tumblr. 

2.) Leave a comment stating how you follow Fat Shopaholic, the user name you use (If Facebook feel free to just include your first name and last initial), and your contact information. 

3.) This giveaway is open to people in countries where Shopbop ships. 

4.) This giveaway will close at 11:59 central time on February 3, 2011

Happy entering!