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Welcome to the Ivory & Main blog. Intended for the Curvy Bride, This blog will serve as a positive resource to help our fellow curvy beauties navigate the sometimes rocky waters of Bridal gown shopping. We will also post some fun and interesting interviews and insight, along with stories from other brides like yourself, you have options. Looking and feeling beautiful isn't about size, it's a mindset.
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5 Reasons Why Shopping Small Matters More Than Ever
Your holiday shopping can do more than check names off a gift list. It can support local businesses, help reduce waste, and bring something special into your wardrobe.

Missy
2 days ago5 min read


Which Fall Fashion Personality Are You?
Maybe you live for oversized sweaters and pumpkin-spice everything. Maybe your entire wardrobe turns black the second September hits. Maybe you believe boots are an acceptable personality trait. So… which fall fashion personality are you? Take a look at these five fall fashion types and see which one sounds most like you!

Missy
Oct 203 min read


The Curvy Girl’s Guide to Dressing for Fall (Without Freezing OR Sweating)
Fall fashion is here! Which sounds great until you leave the house in a sweater at 8 a.m. and by lunchtime you’re wondering why you dressed like you were heading to the North Pole. Fall weather has a personality disorder. One minute it’s crisp and chilly. The next minute, the sun comes out or you’re sitting in an office with the heat on and you’re sweating through three layers. So how do you dress for fall without freezing in the morning or melting by afternoon?

Missy
Oct 133 min read


Stop Saving Your Favorite Clothes for a Special Occasion
Your favorite clothes don’t need a special occasion. You don’t need a wedding, birthday, vacation, fancy dinner, or perfectly planned Instagram moment to wear something that makes you feel amazing.

Missy
Sep 272 min read


The Curvy Girl’s Guide to Transitioning Your Wardrobe from Summer to Fall
September has arrived, which means we're entering that magical time of year when you can walk outside in the morning and think, “Oh, it's definitely fall!” only to be sweating by lunchtime. Welcome to the in-between season. The good news? You don't need to pack away your entire summer wardrobe and replace it with a closet full of sweaters overnight. In fact, some of your favorite summer pieces can work beautifully well into fall. The trick is all about layering, styling, and

Missy
Sep 84 min read


Fashion Rules We’re Leaving Behind as We Head Into the “ber” Months
September is here, which means pumpkin everything, cozy layers, boots, changing leaves and apparently, according to some very outdated fashion rules, a whole list of things curvy women are supposed to stop wearing.
Well…we’re not doing that.

Missy
Sep 25 min read


Thrift Girl Summer: Why This Season Belongs to Secondhand Fashion
We're officially declaring this summer: ✨ Thrift Girl Summer ✨ Because nothing says summer quite like finding amazing clothes, saving money, supporting sustainable fashion, and putting together outfits that nobody else is wearing. Honestly? We can't think of a better combination. If you've been looking for a sign to start thrifting, consider this it.

Missy
Jun 303 min read


Introducing Ivory & Main’s NEW Curvy Corner Online Boutique: Shop Plus-Size Fashion Online with Ease!
We are thrilled to announce the launch of our NEW Curvy Corner Online Boutique, your new go-to destination for stylish plus-size fashion!

Missy
Dec 3, 20243 min read
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