The Curve Report: Date Night Attire—How to Keep Your Wardrobe Fully Stocked
Jan. 28 2015, Updated 2:12 p.m. ET
Curvinistas! The new season brings new beginnings for some. First dates can be exciting, yet completely nerve-wracking! You'll have butterflies for your dream date, but also, what is there to wear?! My “first date attire” problem-solving skills were recently put to the test. And, of course, I had to share my experience.
Try something a little fierce, feisty, and fun! Whether it's your legs, collarbone, Double D girls, or derriere, a little Va-Va-Voom never hurt anyone! Just remember, highlight one body part at one date at a time! Here are four outfit ideas and a few curve-worthy tips on how to be a “keeper” first date and beyond! See you next Friday my Curvinistas! Or in a fitting room near you!
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Day to Night Frills: Refreshing Yet Flirty
Day to Night Frills: Refreshing Yet Flirty
Choose a simple silhouette that’s fitted and accentuates your curves but adds a little sex appeal to your attire.
Blurred Lines Geo Dress, $17.80, forever21.com
High Heel Pointed Heel Shoe, $49.90, zara.com
Milly Exclusive Jayden Top Zip Clutch, $245, millyny.com
Faux Leather Sleeve Jacket, $39.50, ashleystewart.com
Classic Casual With a Twist
Classic Casual With a Twist
A racy top of lace or embellishment paired with a demure bottom and unique outerwear will surely balance out the proportions for a casual yet chic look.
Plus-Size Crepe Cloth Hand-Beaded Vivian Top, $568, lafayette148ny.com
Genius Fit Distressed Skinny Jean, $80, lanebryant.com
Faux Leather Sleeve Anorak Jacket, $19.50, wetseal.com
Mini M.A.C., $245, rebeccaminkoff.com
Mami by Madison Shoes, $50, shoedazzle.com
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Say Yes to the Dress! One for EVERY Occasion!
Say Yes to the Dress! One for EVERY Occasion!
I always say make a "WOW" factor with every ensemble but definitely for your first date. As the siren Dita Von Teese says, "The amount of skin you show is not what makes something sexy." Make sure you have universal accessories—a cool graphic clutch and sky-high heels will surely be an attention grabber.
Look One
Lace and Jersey Sheath Dress in Black, $368, tadashishoji.com
Lollita by Brian Atwood Shoes, $395, brianatwood.com
Rene Silcon Studs, koturltd.com
Look Two
Embroidered Lace Sweetheart Cocktail Dress in Black, $328, tadashishoji.com
Marelia Brian Atwood Shoes, $395, brianatwood.com
Gerschel Clutch, $650, koturltd.com
Look Three
Draped Jersey Cocktail Dress in Emerald, $328, tadashishoji.com
FemmeFetal Brian Atwood Shoes, $325, brianatwood.com
Margo Indonesian Batik, $395, koturltd.com
Pencil Skirt Power With a Little Peek–a-Boo Action!
Pencil Skirt Power With a Little Peek–a-Boo Action!
I call it my “sexy secretary” look. Flash a little of you undergarments with a slightly sheer and unbuttoned blouse.
Silk Utility Shirt in Ivory, $109, talbots.com
Curvation Satin Delustre Underwire Bra in Andle Steele Violet, $13, curvation.com
Pleather Pencil Skirt, $70, additionelle.com
The Clipelope Clutch, $525, stuartweitzman.com
Vesta Shoe, $495, sigersonmorrison.com