With the change of seasons I often feel a little anxiety about what I'm going to wear. Thanks to age and quarantine I've added a few more pounds to my frame. Every time I put on weight I try to take things in stride and challenge myself with finding new pieces to add to the mix and build off of what I already own in my closet. As I moved into the mid-size & plus-size space I had a harder time finding affordable pieces that looked luxe. While most of H&M's pieces run XXS-XXL (and I typically take a large), they do have more and more plus pieces which runs up to a 4XL. Just know that stuff sells out fast (and no guarantee of restock) so if you see something you like—grab it!
This post is not sponsored by H&M but they did gift me several of these pieces—thanks guys! And I'll try to link up what I can with affiliate links, which basically means I get a few pennies when you click on and purchase from my links.
First let's start with my "shacket." I'm still not clear on exactly what a shacket is but it translates to a shirt-jacket. And frankly I like saying the word. Shacket, shacket, shacket. I actually spotted this one in a photo display in their store window over the summer and I think I may have screamed a little. I stalked the site until it finally dropped online. It was love at first sight and I knew it was going to be my go-to jacket for fall/winter. Don't get me wrong, it's not for everyone. Going to back what we discussed in my last post, it may not be something traditionally "flattering" but that shouldn't matter if it's something you love. It may not work for you because it is a lot of material and can overwhelm you, but there was something so chic about it so I just had to try. Note that most of their shackets size up to XXL with a only a couple shorter versions in the larger sized. Mixed it up with my Miu Miu velvet platform booties that I scored for almost 90% off at the end of season last year.
From top to bottom:
Hat: Zara, sale rack $5.99
Sunglasses: Mulberry & Grand c/o
Shacket: H&M (sold out but check back for restock and they have other patterns available) c/o
Belt bag: H&M c/o
Dress: H&M sale rack $4 (I grab their basic tee dresses by the handful)
Boots: Miu Miu, $148 (RV $990), The Outnet
Nails: Popsockets Mani-Phoni (press-on nails have a matching Popsocket for your phone!) c/o
For my next look, it was all about this dress. As a dress girl, I usually focus my shopping on dresses (and coats) in shapes that will work for my curves. Because I'm short-waisted, I would have preferred a higher waistline but this one was workable. I know that my friend Greivy has this dress in blue and she belted hers. I also love a voluminous sleeve to cover the little extra I'm carrying on my upper arms. And if you were looking for a Bottega dupe, this quilted vegan bag from House of Want for under 100 bucks may be just what you need.
Hat: Zara, sale rack $5.99 (hey, I'm a repeater)
Sunglasses: Valentino, Sunglass Hut c/o
Necklace: Sequin NYC, c/o
Dress: H&M c/o
Bag: House of Want c/o
Sandals: Nicholas Kirkwood, sample sale (90% off—a few years old already)
Shop these styles (and some inexpensive versions too) here:
They also sent over a few looks for the kids for back to school. I decided to try to do more coordinating than matching to showcase their own personal style.
A few of my secrets to shopping H&M:
1. Create an account and heart your favorites. I check my hearts daily to see if any of my out of stock faves were restocked. Not to mention your favorites may come back in another color.
2. When shopping online, you can stack 2 codes.
3. If you have very thin teen or tween girls, be sure to check out women's not kids. Ella can fit the XXS & XS women's (especially their younger Divided line) perfectly yet the size 12 girls may fall right off of her.
4. In-store sale racks at the end of season will often have tons for $3, $4 or $5, so always be sure to take a peek when you pop by the store.
Is H&M one of your go-to stores? What's on your fall wishlist?
XOXO
M
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