With the changing of the seasons I have been talking a lot about items to add to your wardrobe. With this in mind there is one area that you need to focus on to make sure that you don’t end up buying the things that you need at the same time that you buy the things that you want.  I like to call it your “Wardrobe foundation”

The foundation of anything is what holds up what you put on top of it.  When thinking of your closet there are essential pieces that you should have no matter what.  Having a solid wardrobe foundation will lessen the need for last minute shopping for things that you already have.

  • 14 pairs of underwear (assorted styles)
  • 7 Bras (2 black, 3 nude, 1 pretty, 1 convertible)
  • 1 warm coat
  • 1 casual jacket
  • 1 good suit
  • 2 work blazers
  • 8 knit tops (a mix of cardigans, pullovers and heavy sweaters)
  • 5 shirts and blouses
  • 10 good tees/tanks
  • 3 sexy tops
  • 4 pair of pants (1 black, 1 khaki, 2 other)
  • 2 pair of jeans
  • 1 pair of other casual pant
  • 3 dresses (one of them should be formal)
  • 3 work type shirts
  • 2 pair of shorts/casual skirts
  • 2 swimsuits
  • 4 pair of flat shoes or sneakers (1 work, 3 others)
  • 5 pair of heels (2 work, 2 fun, 1 dressy)
  • 1 pair of knee high boots
  • 4 bags (1 work, 2 casual, 1 night or after 5)
  • 1 set hat/scarf/gloves


Bonus items: (Optional depending on your tastes)

  • 3 foundations or shapers
  • 1girdle
  • 1 corset

With the changing styles each season it can be tough.  If you build your foundation with colors and styles that are not bound by the changing trends such as black and navy blue then you will always look your best when its time to show off your hips and curves.
Ongoing activities

  1. Bombshell Model search - The search for the covergirl of there first magazine is off to the races. If you feel you have what it takes then you need to enter this contest. Entry deadline is October 31st.
  2. Carnival of Extended size - Hosted by Full Figure Plus this blog carnival will be featuring articles on plus size modeling. 
  3. Belle Noir - An ezine that I occasionally contribute to will have its Fall issue coming out in September.
  4. Figure Magazine - This magazine that is a staple on the counters of Lane Bryant stores is expanding with the help of a new publisher.
  5. Figure at Sea - Book now and set sail with us November 4-11, 2006 for the second annual figure at Sea cruise. This all-inclusive weeklong celebration for Figure readers.