I’d like to thank Macy’s for sponsoring today’s post. I have been giving some serious thoughts into the concept of investing in clothing. I’ve talked about it before, but plus size women have for years been taught to invest in ourselves “when we lose weight” or when “we earn it.” The truth is you don’t have to really earn anything, you are worthy of the same quality upscale items regardless of whether you lose or gain 10 pounds.

One of my favorite places to find a wide variety of quality plus clothing is Macy’s. As a busy woman, constantly on the go, I also adore the one stop shop aspect of it all. I can get all the things I need to wear, get my eyebrows waxed and finish my holiday shopping at my local store. Fresh coat of paint, presents and perfect arched brow? What’s not to love. Today, I wanted to show you two awesome holiday looks I pulled from their plus size section that are perfect for the festive season.

Day: Casual Holiday Cool

This look is perfect for brunches, lunches and gift exchanges- oh my! I took a super fun velvet embossed pair of William Rast jeans. Yes, I can finally have Justin Timberlake touching my butt- he designs these jeans! And yes, I’ve made that joke before, and I will continue to make it forever. I will never get over it. Never. The top is a super fun off the shoulder number from City Chic which I cannot get over. It has the most luscious goddess-like flowy sleeves and you know I am sucker for a big sleeve. I finished the look off with a cute pair of booties and fun metal earrings I scored from the Macy’s Accessories department.

Night: Festive Party Queen

If velvet were a person, I’d probably be in a semi-committed relationship with them.  They’re comfortable, classy, and forgiving- basically everything I want in a partner… err, dress. This lovely Tommy Hilfiger velvet dress is what we call a “one and done”. It doesn’t need any extra fanfare to shine like the top of the Chrysler building. So, I kept it simple. I pulled a little faux fur stole on and a paired it was an adorable pair of flats I already had.  Viola! Who’s ready to awkwardly explain to people you haven’t seen in years why you’re still single and wake up the next day to holiday cookies, screaming kids and a hangover? This girl.

Thank you, Macy’s, for sponsoring this post!