Slimming and Trimming Swimwear

The Bombshell Swimsuit - PinupGirlClothing - $88

All black is of course, always beautiful and minimizing. 

This suit covers the top of the hips, slims the waist, and accentuates the bust.

Mixed Animal Underwire One Piece Faux-kini - Torrid - $78

If prints are your thing, this suit is an option, 

with slimming black panels on the sides of the waist.

Miraclesuit Solid Utopia Tankini Top - Cyberswim - $84

*note: find the bottoms on the website 

This halter holds it all in, while slimming the waist with cute shirring at the sides.

Shopping for swimsuits can be daunting, not fun, and depressing, especially with the bad lighting in fitting rooms at department stores. If you know your body type, and what bothers you most, it makes it all that much easier. I have opted for higher leg openings, or string type bikini bottoms due to fuller hips, and padded tops to give me an extra lift. When you do find that one hot number, put it on with pride, get out there and just have fun. Add stunning jewelry that gleams in the sun, to draw the eyes upward toward your beautiful face. Don't worry about others' thoughts about you because you will probably never see them again. I wish you the best of luck finding the perfect swimwear this coming up season.

Asymmetric Tops

 Guess Ana Top - Asymmetric design with flattering shirring and pleats. 

One flutter sleeve and one chain mesh strap - $79

Shirred Jersey Top - $24.99 - 29.99 Sale *plus sizes

BKE Boutique Criss - Cross Cable Knit Sweater - $29 Sale

Add a little interest to your outfit with the look of asymmetry. This design element is flattering for most types of figures.

Cute Sweater on Sale

100% acrylic with top hook and eye closure and faux wood button.


Sizes S(6-8), L(14-16), XL(18)
Brochure: $29.99 now $19.99
save $10.00
Sizes 1X(18W-20W), 2X(22W-24W)
Brochure: $34.99 now $24.99
save $10.00

To purchase go to my Avon website at www.youravon.com/jrueter
click on SHOP NOW(opens a new web page)
click on eBrochure (upper right hand corner)
click on the Avon Outlet brochure
go to pages: 30-31

Woman Within Knitwear Sale

Nice knitted designs are hard to find in plus sizes. Here are some from Woman Within. They are all on sale for only $12.88 (not including tax and shipping costs).

This trapeze top is perfect for larger shoulders, and smaller hips.


Anyone can wear this long henley sweater. It's flattering for most body types.


This swing cardigan is perfect for flattering the arm.

This light weight sweater is not on sale, but still a great price at $40.

I love the color of this wrap cardigan ("pearl grey"), which is perfect for layering.



NOTE: Woman Within has a maternity section with prices starting at $14.99!

Fashion Glossary on Romans.com

This scarf is on sale for $13.99 right now.

While doing some online searching and shopping I discovered that Romans has a very nice and fairly diverse fashion glossary. It is a good resource with some terms I had never heard of. Click over to the website, then scroll down, to the bottom of the screen. Look for the link "Fashion Glossary" and then click on it. Another window will pop up with a list of words with definitions.

About Romans:
"A plus-size fashion leader for over 70 years, Roaman's® was created for the woman who appreciates style and true value. Our experienced buyers travel the world in search of exciting new looks that you can wear for every occasion. In short, Roaman's® was tailor-made for the plus-size woman who isn't afraid to cause a sensation wherever she goes - glamorous dresses and outerwear, stylish suits, great denim looks, casual easy options and fabulous shoes to complete your look head to toe. We also provide romantic intimate apparel from our exclusive Intimate Promise collection. Women's, Petite and Tall Sizes 12W - 44W, Bras to size 56J and shoes to 14WW."