Sleepwear is just fun. I love picking out new pajamas and nightgowns and thinking about what to wear when the weather gets cold. It’s great to be warm and cozy in bed on a cold night!

With sleepwear, you don’t have to worry so much about looking “cool”—you can just pick whatever is comfortable and cute. (Also, pajamas are a great gift idea for family members or good friends.)

This night shirt comes in a wide variety of prints, with lots of fluttery feminine detail. I like the drawstring neck and the woven cotton texture.

Another (longer) option is this sleep dress—same feminine detail, just a little more coverage. This one also comes in a variety of prints and is super comfortable.

For lounging and relaxing before bed or over morning coffee, this waffle terry robe is warm and cozy. I like the texture and softness.

And if you’re looking for pajama pants, check out these plus-size lounge pants. So many prints to choose from! You can cuff them or leave them long, and they’re great for sleeping or just hanging around the house.

Even though it’s getting colder, long skirts can still work as part of your winter wardrobe, provided you pair them with tights and boots or other practical shoes. It’s fun to wear skirts, so I hate to give them up just because it’s chilly.

Here are some of my favorite kinds of skirts to wear in the winter:

Ballet skirt: This long, flowing skirt is a classic piece to wear to work on a cold day. It’s elegant and feminine and fun.

Stretch skirt: A pretty piece that’s long (but not as long as the ballet skirt) and looks fabulous with tall boots. The swing style is one of my favorites.

Tweed riding skirt: Tweed is very trendy right now and this skirt is the perfect vehicle to show it off. So classic and perfect for fall and winter days—and as usual, great with the boots.

For more plus-size skirts to wear during the winter or the summer, go here.

Prints! Some people love ‘em, others prefer to stick with solid colors. I definitely come down on the side of prints (of course it depends on what the print looks like); I think printed pieces are always a good way to spice up your wardrobe.

Printed plus-size shirts or blouses with solid pants are one way to incorporate prints into your wardrobe. This printed tiered top with georgette layers not only has a fun black and white print, but is flirty and feminine at the same time.

And this wrinkle-resistant short-sleeved shirt comes in a variety of fun prints that work with jeans. Throw it on over a tank top, cami, or short-sleeved t-shirt for a splash of color.

Printed skirts can make a statement, too. This plus-size Gillian Grey ™ circle skirt comes in fierce leopard print that you can pair with the leopard print top, or wear with a solid colored shirt. And for a fun feminine print, try the contrast ruffle skirt.

Wherever you stand on prints, it can't hurt to have a few in your wardrobe. Go have some fun!

Okay, most of the time when I write these blog posts, I have trends I like to highlight. But this post isn’t going to be a neat little package of style, because I have some odds and ends to show you.

(Basically, I’m just going to point out some awesome stuff that I like.)

For example, this smock-neck top and tiered skirt is so much fun. A great mix of casual, feminine, and chic. Perfect for vacations, day trips, and casual weekends. You can separate the pieces or wear them together—and they’re both cotton jersey and washable. The blouse is off-the-shoulder, which is a great way to frame your face.

Classic leggings are a good basic piece for any wardrobe, and these plus-size leggings are perfect for wearing under long tunic tops and shorter dresses. Leggings are very “in” right now, and while some brave girls choose to pair them with short t-shirts, most people prefer a little more coverage! But with the right top, leggings can work for almost anyone.

Got any favorites of your own?

A friend of mine just got a new job, and the dress code is “business casual” (or as we love to call it “biz cas”). But what exactly does that mean? I mean, she’s out looking for clothes: what does she buy?

I did some investigating and then emailed her some ideas for business casual clothes she could use for work—she’s a plus size girl, too, so it wasn’t hard—I knew exactly where to look.

One rule for business casual clothing (for women) is skirts of a reasonable length. (In other words, no minis.) Save your mini skirts for nights out on the town! So for my friend, I suggested this plus-size floral skirt and this contrast ruffle skirt. Both are long enough to be business casual, and fun and pretty at the same time.

Pants are also acceptable business casual clothing, as long as they aren’t jeans. Silhouettes.com has tons of plus size pants appropriate for business casual office wear. Some good choices are the mélange drawstring pants or either of the Gillian Grey drawstring pants.

As for shirts, well, stay away from t-shirts (plain is okay), tank tops, and anything that bares your midriff. But you still have tons of choices! (And I’ll address those options in my next post. Stay tuned!)

The word “seersucker” makes me think of old southern men in seersucker suits drinking mint juleps on their porches. I think because that’s the way it’s used in books I’ve read. But there’s a reason why people in the south wore seersucker—it’s the perfect warm weather fabric!

Seersucker is very light and made of woven cotton.  According to Wikipedia, “Seersucker is woven in such a way that some threads bunch together, giving the fabric a wrinkled appearance in places. This feature causes the fabric to be mostly held away from the skin when worn, facilitating heat dissipation and air circulation. It also means that pressing is not necessary.” (No ironing? Awesome!)

So there are plenty of seersucker options that aren’t suits!

Like this plus-size jacket. It’s the perfect warm weather jacket…if that’s not an oxymoron. Seriously, you can wear this thing on all but the hottest of days.

Next up, the pants. They do coordinate with the jacket, but you can wear them separately with a white tee or tank and still stay cool. Lightweight and very comfortable.

And if it’s still too hot for pants, the seersucker capris do the same job but give your legs some more breathing room.  Throw on a flowing white top and you are ready for the hottest summer weather.

A little while ago I decided to make an investment in some sleepwear. Mostly I’d just been sleeping in big t-shirts, which were comfortable, but really blah. I needed a change.

Fortunately, I knew where to look for plus size pajamas and plus size sleepwear.

I’m a big fan of sleep shirts, and silhouettes.com has a bunch to choose from. I like the short sleep tee and this long sleep tee. Both are amazingly comfortable for sleeping and lounging around the house on the weekend (and, bonus, they come in a bunch of different colors, too!). Then, when I want something pretty and more feminine, I switch things up. This Flutter-sleeve gown is a nice addition to my sleepwear options. It’s long, but not too warm, since it’s cotton, and it has a the nice a-line shape that looks good on just about any body type. The Pintuck Gown is another really pretty choice. With the delicate embroidery and appliqué, it’s very delicate and feminine and fun.

And, for sleeping and laying around, nothing beats a great pair of lounge pants. I wear these plus size cotton lounge pants so much that I’ve had to buy multiple pairs. Some nights I can’t wait to get home and put these on to watch a movie and just chill.

So don’t have to limit yourself to boring old t-shirts or ratty old nightgowns! Upgrade your pajama/sleepwear wardrobe and feel great while you sleep, too.