Cool Mint - Garnerstyle

Cool Mint

I am loving the mint color trend right now.  Mint is one of those trends that I'm not sure if I will like in a year or so.  With that being said, I am very cheap when it comes to spending money on trends.  I like all trendy items to be $50 & below.  Both items skirt ($53) & Clutch ($7) were right in my price range for the trend.  
Plus Size Blog, Asos Curve, Shop Ruche, Mint
Some of you may notice I wear a lot of Michael Kors belts.  I get questions on plus size belt finding all the time, so I decided to clarify the sizing.  I buy an XL in his belts.  My waist is 39 inches, but his belts  should accommodate up to a 45 inch waist.  You don't necessarily have to buy a "plus size" belt.  Try the XL & XXL (when you can find them) - you will be surprised.  Also, the addition of a good quality belt can turn up the "luxe" knob on your entire outfit just by adding this little bit of structure.  To get the best deal on these kind of belts I shop at Off Fifth, Nordstrom Rack, and TJMaxx.  
Plus Size Blog, Asos Curve, Shop Ruche, MInt
Outfit Logistics:  Skirt - Asos $54, Belt - Michael Kors (similar) $48, Top - Ruche (similar) $66, Flats - Nordstrom Rack (similar) $90, Clutch - Eentrok via Etsy $7
Vintage Clutch
Mint, Plus Size Clothing, Asos Curve


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31 comments

  1. UnknownApril 17, 2012 at 1:39 AM

    Mint looks good on you? Fabulous!

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  2. skiminastkaApril 17, 2012 at 3:22 AM

    Mint is very fashion in this spring and summer :) You look great !

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  3. NicholeApril 17, 2012 at 3:49 AM

    Beautiful outfit, the skirt is amazing on you, the colours are so pretty.

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  4. Style & PoiseApril 17, 2012 at 7:20 AM

    You look so pretty! I love that skirt!

    Roni

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  5. Whitney 'Nic' JamesApril 17, 2012 at 8:03 AM

    you look VERY pretty! i love this outfit. the skirt is amazing!!!

    ~nic
    www.nics-picks.com

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  6. TheCharNicoleApril 17, 2012 at 9:30 AM

    I love the mint... And I have been trying to purchase all things peplum.

    ~Char
    thecharnicole.blogspot.com

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  7. socialitedreamsApril 17, 2012 at 9:51 AM

    what a fabulous look! the mint skirt, the belt....all giving me life!

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  8. DionneApril 17, 2012 at 9:53 AM

    Love the skirt! I wanted to buy this one in Navy but you definitely convinced me to buy this color instead! You look great!

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  9. DJrelAt7April 17, 2012 at 10:12 AM

    cool and I love the tip on spending a limited amount of money on trends...I tend to buy basic, classic structures myself and I talk myself out of buying trending things because of cost :)

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    1. GarnerstyleApril 17, 2012 at 7:41 PM

      I am a classic purchaser as well, but it's fun to add in trends here and there.

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  10. Miss DexterApril 17, 2012 at 10:19 AM

    Hi,
    I love the way you style your outfits and the color mint looks really nice on you.
    Chic you are !!

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  11. UnknownApril 17, 2012 at 11:00 AM

    OMG, I died when I saw this outfit on you! It is perfect. I am obsessed with mint right now.

    IvonneStacy

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  12. Peaches McGintyApril 17, 2012 at 11:46 AM

    this colour combination works so well, so fresh, peplums are so feminine too, you look fabulous x

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  13. ariApril 17, 2012 at 11:52 AM

    Love this look on you! That skirt is fab.

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  14. I wanna be fierceApril 17, 2012 at 12:05 PM

    This is such a beautiful look!

    -Shakiyla

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  15. FabEllisApril 17, 2012 at 12:10 PM

    I love your skirt! Beyond cute. :-)

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  16. Miss776April 17, 2012 at 12:15 PM

    SOOOOOOOOOOOOOO CUTE!

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  17. AnonymousApril 17, 2012 at 3:39 PM

    The perfect spring outfit!!! I too am loving the mint green color but it didnt translate so well for me when I tried it but Im willing to give it another go after seeing you! You look fab!

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    1. GarnerstyleApril 17, 2012 at 7:42 PM

      Sometimes you just have the find the right item!

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  18. LourdesApril 17, 2012 at 6:08 PM

    I love the peplum skirt and the mint green fits you perfectly!!
    XOXO
    LasCositasdeLulu

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  19. LensmomApril 18, 2012 at 2:16 PM

    You look amazing as usual. Loving your curves. I need advice on wearing shapewear, for example ,two girdles. They can be so uncomfortable. HELP

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    1. GarnerstyleApril 18, 2012 at 2:25 PM

      Yea fashion can be very uncomfortable. I usually only wear two when I wearing something very form fitting like in the red dress posts.

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  20. CharApril 19, 2012 at 8:18 AM

    would you mind showing the back of your outfits, especially when you wear belts? i have a few belts but not really liking the way that they look. i feel like ( in the back) that they just get covered up by my back fat. lol. should i wear wide or skinny belts? this whole belt thing has me so confused. HELP ME!

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    1. GarnerstyleApril 19, 2012 at 8:49 AM

      Hi Char, Are you wearing leather or leather like belts? Wear structured belts, don't wear the stretchy ones they aren't sturdy and can easy become stuck in creases. I also wear high waisted girdles. Also make sure you are wearing in the most flattering place. I say you have a high waist, middle waist, and lower waist (plus size women that is). Move your belt around around you can figure out where is most flattering and it maybe allow you to put the belt over your back fat

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    2. CharMay 2, 2012 at 3:14 PM

      well, that solves it! i have the stretchy belts. i will definitely try leather/leather like belts. i'm just starting to develop a "true" waist, so i'm not exactly sure where it is. i havent worn a belt since jr high school. i usually wear spanx along with (as my husband calls it) my suit of armor which is really a support vest that kinda jacks up the boobies and provides additional tummy support.

      thanks so much for answering my question. i will let you know how it goes :)

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  21. Nekiah TorresApril 19, 2012 at 10:25 AM

    I do love this skirt! Very cute and very flattering! You paired it perfectly with the grey and white stripes. I adore belts but I feel you don't need to belt everything. Some things look better when you use the "less is more" philosophy because you don't want to look over accessorized. Anywho, this looks great with that white belt! Kiah

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  22. UnknownApril 19, 2012 at 10:18 PM

    Your outfit's CUTE! :) Looks minty fresh! Haha! Love the skirt on you...brings out the best in curves!

    http://thebelatedbloomer.blogspot.com

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  23. LaceNLeopardApril 22, 2012 at 1:37 PM

    I love love love this outfit and how you put it together! Cute cute :)

    www.lacenleopard.com

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  24. Chay ChayMay 7, 2012 at 1:30 AM

    Mint & Coral are my COLORS this Spring, Coral and any warm orange/mango color will ALWAYS be my fave, so I LOVE the pic with the hand on cluth, YES! The skirt is just ADORABLE....

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