Clothing – then and now

by Kate | Feb 7, 2016 | Reviews | 80 comments

Disclosure: After a very sweet email exchange about clothing for all body types, stages of life, and motherhood, I received a cardigan from ShopPinkBlush, a Women’s Online Boutique, to review. The opinions expressed here are my own.

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A few weeks ago, I posted a picture on Instagram thanking people for making clothing for a post-maternity 40 year old. My exact words were: “Thank you for making clothes that fit me. I’d like to pretend that I’m still the size I was in high school, but you know. Oreos. And babies. So, thank you.”

I love pretty clothes as much as the next gal. I love neutrals, pastels, and well-fitted clothing. I don’t love shopping. I don’t love trying on clothes knowing they were not made for my body type. I usually just end up in jeans and a t-shirt, which is just fine. But sometimes, a girl likes to wear something cute.

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ShopPinkBlush reached out and shared their philosophy with me:

We’re a small family run and operated company that provides affordable yet stylish apparel for women.

Celebrated for our chic line of maternity apparel, PinkBlush Boutique now offers the latest and greatest trends to every woman! With affordability in mind, we’ve crafted a beautiful, comfortable line that lets fashion-loving ladies select wardrobe wonders from a bevy of looks including cute dresses for women. Ensure your ensembles stay spot-on every season with Pinkblush’s apparel in your closet.

When I visited their website, I was happy to see they had a plus-sized section. The models are my size, which I almost never see when I shop trendy boutiques online. I sincerely appreciate a company that photographs women that are my size and puts them in beautiful clothing and beautiful settings. This shows me how an outfit will hang as I bend over to pick up Mary Alice and move when I go to dinner with my dearest. I love an outfit that looks beautiful from every angle, not just when I’m hiding behind my kids in a photograph.

The day I received the cardigan, Nate offered to babysit that very night so that Brian and I could go out to dinner in exchange for more mine-craft time. He could see how excited I was when I put it on. He took this picture of me, told me I was beautiful, and sent me on my way. It was a brilliant move on his part, and Brian was so excited when I called and asked him where he wanted to meet for our surprise date-night!

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I’m in love with this cardigan. I throw it on all the time. It’s light enough to wear on warm evenings, but it’s perfectly cozy for our crisp desert nights.

Kudos to a store that embraces all women – no matter the shape, age, or stage in life.

The best part of the story? You guessed it – They are giving away a $50 gift card! Simply enter below:

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80 Comments

Karen on February 7, 2016 at 11:03 pm

I am looking for a fun dress for my LuLaRoe leggings, and I think the Navy Blue Lace Shoulder Dress would be perfect!
becca h on February 8, 2016 at 10:37 am

Oh, what a pretty company! Never heard of them but love their style and prices! I love their dresses, especially the pink colorblock maxi dress!
Carrie on February 8, 2016 at 1:17 pm

Oh they have some really cute stuff. Not sure if I would choose one of the tops or a dress yet…but I’m loving browsing through it all.
Laurie on February 8, 2016 at 8:01 pm

How exciting and I love that sweater on you!!
Melissa Epps on February 8, 2016 at 8:05 pm

This whole post makes me smile! You take the most beautiful pictures and that sweater is absolutely adorable!!
Renee on February 8, 2016 at 8:52 pm

I’d love a new dress!
Megan on February 9, 2016 at 9:04 am

Love this post, and I love Pink Blush! I’m in desperate need of cute maternity clothes for summer, and I’d love to try their leggings. I’m in love with the Aqua Damask Bottom Maternity Maxi Dress (and everything else)!
Erica E on February 9, 2016 at 2:36 pm

Hard to decide! But if I won, I would probably get the White Black Lace Accent Top or the Black Lace Trim Open Cardigan. Such cute clothes!
Em Mahr on February 11, 2016 at 5:36 pm

I love the Grey Colorblock Top
Lisa on February 22, 2016 at 12:54 pm

I really love the Mint Green Kimono.
kim fenner on February 22, 2016 at 12:59 pm

I love the Mint Green Open Shoulder Plus Tunic
Nikki B on February 22, 2016 at 1:04 pm

I LOVE LOVE LOVE the Black Sparkle Fitted dress!!!!!!!
Kassie on February 22, 2016 at 1:11 pm

I really love the Magenta Colorblock Layered Detail Sweater Top!
Connie TIllman on February 22, 2016 at 2:49 pm

I LOVE LOVE LOVE Coral Striped Top Sash Tie Plus Size Maxi Dress! I love Maxi Skirts and Dresses and I am glad to see that they are becoming more fitting with plus size women! I love the pics of you in your choice!

Thanks for the chance!
sandra on February 22, 2016 at 2:54 pm

Blue Heathered Short Sleeve Top or Bellotte Navy Blue Village Diaper Bag
Ally on February 22, 2016 at 4:19 pm

I love the Red Colorblock Striped Short Sleeve Top
Pam H. on February 22, 2016 at 4:37 pm

I might choose the Light Blue Floral Lace Accent Kimono.
Brenda McAlister on February 22, 2016 at 5:21 pm

I just love the pink crochet neckline blouse!! So pretty!!
Mayla M on February 22, 2016 at 5:31 pm

I would get the Teal Navy Tribal Plus Palazzo Pants. They look super comfortable!
Shanna on February 22, 2016 at 6:10 pm

Dusty Aqua Lace Top Maxi Dress
Julie Donahue on February 22, 2016 at 6:41 pm

Love it! My favorite is the Magenta Green Lace Plus Dress.

I have maintained a 65 pound loss for 2 years. I’ve gone from a 28+ to an 18/20. I’m still not in the “regular” sizes. These are beautiful!!
Judith B on February 22, 2016 at 9:37 pm

I would get the whale receiving blankets for my new grandson whose nursery will have a sea animal theme
Esther S on February 22, 2016 at 9:44 pm

I really like the Black Beige Lace Dress. This might be my new favorite shop!
Nicki on February 22, 2016 at 10:10 pm

The coral open sleeve top is my favorite!
Susan on February 22, 2016 at 10:24 pm

I am really loving the blush pink floral lace dress
Ashley M on February 22, 2016 at 10:24 pm

Ivory Floral Draped 3/4 Sleeve Maxi Dress it’s ridiculously gorgeous!
Erin Will on February 22, 2016 at 10:27 pm

I love LOVE Pink Blush’s clothing!!! I have so many favorites, one of them is the Aqua Damask Maxi Dress! <3
deanna on February 22, 2016 at 10:32 pm

I like the Blue Denim Button Front Top.
Emma on February 23, 2016 at 2:03 am

Ooh, loving the antique gold stopwatch! Definitely would get that!
Aaron on February 23, 2016 at 3:32 am

I may choose the Navy Blue Multi-Color Rose Print Strapless Maternity Maxi Dress!
Darlene Owen on February 23, 2016 at 7:38 am

I like the Swaddle Designs Turquoise Cozy Circles Sleep Sack
Amanda saltsman on February 23, 2016 at 7:47 am

I would choose some cute cardiagins
Grace on February 23, 2016 at 9:02 am

They have such cute stuff! The Teal Multi-Color Floral Chiffon Dress is absolutely adorable!
Candra Evans on February 23, 2016 at 10:04 am

The sandals are super cute. I would purchase two pair for the summer!
Gabrielly on February 23, 2016 at 10:13 am

I would like a dress dor the summer.
Rachelle Anderson on February 23, 2016 at 10:27 am

I like the Mint Green Striped Dolman Sleeve Top
Tara S on February 23, 2016 at 10:40 am

Charcoal wrap v-neck dress! Love it!!
Abby Allen on February 23, 2016 at 11:27 am

I love the White Gray Floral Short Sleeve Dress!
Shannon on February 23, 2016 at 12:51 pm

I think the Pink Lace Belted Dress is adorable
Dianne Hall on February 23, 2016 at 3:23 pm

The beige pink colorblock dress!!
leah on February 23, 2016 at 3:57 pm

I love all their stuff, but the maxi dresses especially.
Candace M on February 23, 2016 at 5:03 pm

I would buy the black faux Leather tall ankle boot.
Marissa S. on February 23, 2016 at 5:22 pm

I love the Navy Blue Floral Wrap Plus Dress!
Dominique on February 23, 2016 at 6:08 pm

I love the Black Open Crochet Sleeve Tunic! So many cute tops and dresses though!
Lauren Rochon on February 23, 2016 at 6:53 pm

I would definitely choose the Navy Lace Trim Linen Blouse.
Annamarie V on February 23, 2016 at 7:53 pm

I like the Black crochet accent sleeve top.
Kim Reid on February 23, 2016 at 8:40 pm

I would love to choose the White Charcoal Striped Knit Plus Size Cardigan, thanks!
Lisa Ann on February 23, 2016 at 8:57 pm

I would choose the Burgundy Floral Sleeve Plus Dress.
allyson tice on February 23, 2016 at 9:29 pm

If I won, I would have to choose the Black Lace Accent Chiffon Evening Gown.It is stunning!!!
Amanda P on February 23, 2016 at 10:17 pm

I would get the Purple Damask 3/4 Sleeve Plus Dress! It is so cute and just the dress I have been looking for!
MaryAnn on February 23, 2016 at 10:32 pm

I would get some swaddle blankets for my new niece.
Savannah Hadden on February 23, 2016 at 11:18 pm

The Mint green open shoulder tunic or the black striped top maxi dress. Theres so many cute things, I’ve never heard of this site!
Sarah Cool on February 24, 2016 at 12:35 am

I would love the Bellotte Grey Porter Diaper Bag
Wehaf on February 24, 2016 at 8:57 am

If I won I would order the blue paisley pajama/lounge pants and a camisole.
Lindsey on February 24, 2016 at 9:33 am

I would get some cardigans!
Samantha Plotkin on February 24, 2016 at 10:14 am

I’m loving the Navy Blue Mint Green Colorblock Maternity Maxi Dress.
Jacqulyn on February 24, 2016 at 10:27 am

First purchase would most certainly be the Black Floral Border Chiffon Long Kimono
jodi on February 24, 2016 at 10:27 am

I would pick the Just Born Pink Floral 3-Pack Muslin Swaddle Blankets
Hayley S on February 24, 2016 at 11:14 am

I would choose the mocha skinny jeans!
Melissa r on February 24, 2016 at 12:03 pm

I would like the lavender color block maxi dress
Elizabeth E on February 24, 2016 at 1:34 pm

I’d love the white striped sash tie draped back dress!
Victoria on February 24, 2016 at 3:58 pm

I would choose the navy and mint green colorblock maxi dress. I hate maternity clothes but I feel like that would be so pretty and comfortable.
Bella P on February 24, 2016 at 4:55 pm

I love the Basic Lavender Chiffon Dress, its so pretty! I’ve never heard of this company but they seem really great. Thank you so much for the generous giveaway!
margaret maggie porter on February 24, 2016 at 5:59 pm

Love this Fuchsia Striped Top Sash Tie Plus Size Maxi Dress
Meghan Malicoat on February 24, 2016 at 6:53 pm

I really love the Mint Green Striped Dolman Sleeve Top and the Black Striped Lace Accent Top.
Jenny S on February 24, 2016 at 9:00 pm

I LOVE the multicolor T-strap sandals. Makes me excited for sandal season.
Janet w on February 24, 2016 at 10:16 pm

I would love the Black Multi-Color Geo Knit Cardigan. I have a cardigan habit!
ChandraJohnson on February 25, 2016 at 3:17 pm

Grey Tribal Zip Collar Suede Elbow Top is my favorite
Holly Mitkowski on February 25, 2016 at 4:49 pm

I love the Aqua color block sparkle sweater!!
Kristie on February 25, 2016 at 5:22 pm

I like the Pink 3/4 Sleeve Fringed Plus Size Tunic. Very pretty. kristiedonelson(at)gmail(dot)com Thank you.
Ashley Crawford on February 25, 2016 at 7:48 pm

I love all the plus-size tunics! It is so hard to find cute plus size clothing
Jessica c on February 25, 2016 at 11:18 pm

I like the basic blue shorts and I love the floral trim blouse..thanks for sharing.
Carly D. on February 26, 2016 at 7:48 am

I am a soon to be new mom and I love the nursing dresses. My favorite is the Sky Blue Maternity/Nursing Maxi Dress!! They would be great for this summer.
Maranda Hymes on February 26, 2016 at 10:31 am

I love that site. I’d probably get the Teal Tribal Print Lace Trim Plus Size Dress. It’s adorable!
Maureen on February 26, 2016 at 11:08 am

I like the Pink Crochet blouse…perfect for spring.
Heather Swarthout on February 26, 2016 at 11:56 am

I would pick the Ivory Striped Knit Cardigan! So pretty.
Melissa C on February 26, 2016 at 12:11 pm

Everything is so cute! I would choose the
Mint Green Chiffon Colorblock Maxi Dress
Dana Rodriguez on February 26, 2016 at 6:44 pm

I LOVE this company.I have several items from them and I love them all plus they ship super fast which is a bonus to me.I have had my eye on the Tan Fringe Bootie!
Joely Smith on February 26, 2016 at 7:19 pm

OMG I have a whole wish list built up on their site!
I am in love with Coral Knit Floral Chiffon Accent Open Back Sweater and Coral Knit Floral Chiffon Accent Open Back Sweater and I absolutely LOVE their shoes and booties!
Thanks for the chance good luck to all who enter. Thanks Dana Rodriguez for telling me about this giveaway!
Caroline B on February 28, 2016 at 2:46 pm

I love the Aden + Anais Blue Into The Woods Organic Easy Swaddle!