CONFESSIONS OF A FAT GIRL

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That Simply Be Style

In which I experiment with being a fashion blogger, y'all. Look out.

When I first I discovered Simply Be, it was an online shop for the UK called "Simply Yours." My addiction to their fashionable, plus size line started with their sexy-but-functional lingerie items and grew over the years. Now, with their site expanding to U.S. (so shipping is faster - hooray!) and their inventory evolving, it's one of the sites I visit on the regular to see what's new and find must-haves for my wardrobe. 

As I've been losing weight, sites like Simply Be are essential to me. I refuse to spend a fortune on clothes as the weight comes off and need to get by on staple items that can be worn a variety of ways. Additionally, since our Southern California climate is inconsistent and my job is fast-paced, I also really need to be comfortable, and be able to layer. 

This kaftan Simply Be sent me fit the bill. And it's probably one of the more elegant items of clothing I've ever owned. Wearing it, I got a nice boost of confidence and even allowed some photos to be taken of me in it -- a true rarity for this blog. But I just love it. I'm not gonna lie, I always thought a kaftan meant "old lady clothes" but I looked it up on Wikipedia (the last bastion of internat accuracy, no doubt) and it's simply a term to define a long overcoat-type piece with sleeves. That's it. 

I also love the surprise this piece brings. The print is asymmetrical -- it floats behind you when you move; the backside is really art. 

Simply Be also offers a charge card that can earn you points, with recurring promotions for double points and bonuses that pay off in rewards. I am all about rewards programs. Returns are also free -- bonus! So there's no reason not to create an account and try some things on at home.

My next goal is knee-high boots and they have them in varying calf-widths, up to a size 11! 

Thank you, Simply Be, for giving me a little boost of glam and elegance and letting me play "fashion blogger" with my readers! 

Disclosure: No affiliate links, in case you were wondering. I was just happy for a free, beautiful fashion item and happy to share my honest opinion of the brand.