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In love with Little Sister Designs
This was originally going to be an OOTD post, but with the way the wind was blowing I didn’t want to risk my (Mothers) camera falling off the makeshift tripod I use. So instead, you get to see my face only, showing off these earrings which I may just be in love with! I talked about my love of L.S.D nearly a year ago now (HERE) and designer Charlotte Burkharts designs have only grown more elaborate and amazing. Working with the likes of teeth, hair and bones, some of the work tends to lean towards the macabre, but I think that’s what draws me to it. I’ve always found beauty…
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NZ Spotlight – Little Sister Designs
While not ‘plus size fashion’, I just had to do a post on Little Sister Designs. L.S.D jewelry comes from the imagination of Charlotte Burkhart a jewelry maker of 10 years, living in New Zealand. To me, her designs are the perfect balance of beautiful and macabre. I’m always drawn to items that are a little different and these, to me, are pretty much perfection. The use of teeth, human hair & silver, may seem strange to some, but just makes it seem all that much more special to me. I think my favourite item would be The Secret Garden Ring ($135us) a gorgeous antique ring that’s been cast in sterling…
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NZ Spotlight – The Carpenters Daughter
My fave item, the Opium Dress The Carpenters Daughter was established in 1990 and caters to sizes 12-24. They have 6 stores through out New Zealand, but you can buy online. Shipping to Australia is $25NZ. Our philosophy is to celebrate the curves of women’s bodies, accentuate the positive, and empower curvy women to hold their heads proudly, and feel worthy of fashion. In September 09, TCD lead the way for change in the NZ Fashion industry by being the first ever “plus size” label invited to show at New Zealand Fashion Week. I could easily spend a gazillion $$$ at TCD. The thing I love about this label is it’s…