Happy Thanksgiving!

Here is something to be thankful for this year!

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Note: My “Be Thankful I’m Not Skinny. #perfection” campaign is purely for fun! I hope it motivates you to think the same way about yourself. XOX C

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Fall Fashion 2015 Trends with Addition Elle

Chantal Sarkisian Mode Xlusive Ottawa Plus-Size Fashion Blogger CTV Morning Live

I can’t believe it’s all over. Weeks, days and hours of prepping and pulling clothes, all for my 4 minutes of fame. And I loved every second of it! I had the opportunity to style for a CTV Morning Live segment on Fall Fashion trends with Addition Elle. You can watch it here.

My overall approach with styling for this fall is to choose clothing items that are versatile, warm and comfortable. Everything in your wardrobe should be appropriate for work or play. And when you’re shopping, make sure you chose lots of great pieces that you can mix and match.

Fall Fashion Trends 2015:
Accessories- large coats, floppy felt hat, ankle booties
Colours- burgundy, forest green, grey, black
Textures- wool, quilt, leather, viscose, distressed denim
Styles- edgy, layering

Addition Elle really made my job easy. They have such an impressive selection of clothes that comes in size 12 to 24. Their looks are on trend, affordable and all of the pieces go really well together. I didn’t realize that Addition Elle also carries a ton of accessories and shoes (Bonus!!)! Everything is well thought out and designed for larger women. Shoes have more room, bracelets are larger… it’s the little things that make a huge difference.

Here are my five looks:

Edgy

Chantal Sarkisian Mode Xlusive Ottawa Plus-Size Fashion Blogger Fall Fashion Trends with Addition Elle CTV Morning Live
Boots- 22002013 – 185.00 Necklace- 84505207- 25.00 Leggings- 83976509 – 70.00 Turtle neck- 84347703 – 65.00 Coat- 84082378 – 180.00

Preppy

Chantal Sarkisian Mode Xlusive Ottawa Plus-Size Fashion Blogger Fall Fashion Trends Addition Elle CTV Morning Live
Wedge Heels- 22003271 – 125.00 Jeans-22088397 – 90.00 Tank Top- 84347142 – 35.00 Sweater-83987509 – 68.00

Street Style

Chantal Sarkisian Mode Xlusive Ottawa Plus-Size Fashion Blogger Fall Fashion Trends Train Yards Addition Elle CTV Morning Live
Booties- 22002013 – 185.00 Pearls- 84505207- 25.00 Leggings- 83976509 – 70.00 Top- 84347703 – 65.00 Coat- 84082378 – 180.00

Flirty

Chantal Sarkisian Mode Xlusive Ottawa Plus-Size Fashion Blogger Fall Fashion Trends Addition Elle CTV Morning Live
Hat- 84040847- 40.00 Top- 83907139- 45.00 Skirt- 83907273- 60.00 Jacket- 84021509- 150.00

Chic

Chantal Sarkisian Mode Xlusive Ottawa Plus-Size Fashion Blogger Fall Fashion Trends Addition Elle CTV Morning Live Chantsy
Vest- 22027844 – 98.00 Dress- 22121596 – 85.00 Belt- 84120632 – 32.00 Heels- 22002615 – 90.00

A big shout out to the girls at Addition Elle from the Train Yards location. They were super organized and got me set up for all of this. Thanks ladies!

XOX Chantsy

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DSW- Designer Shoe Warehouse coming to Ottawa in 2016!

Photo taken from DSW Facebook event page- Etobicoke Grand Opening Celebration on October 5th 2016.
Photo taken from DSW’s Facebook Event page- Etobicoke Grand Opening Celebration on October 5th 2016.

Slow clap… Canada is getting DSW. Correction, Ottawa is getting a Designer Shoe Warehouse! And, I can’t believe it. The store is set to open in the Spring of 2016at the Train Yards mall.

About DSW

Town Shoes Limited opened the first 2 Canadian DSW Designer Shoe Warehouse locations in 2014. DSW is the destination for
shoe shoppers looking for fabulous brands at a great value every single day. With thousands of shoes for women and men, DSW is
all about the thrill of finding the perfect shoe at the perfect price. A huge assortment of handbags and accessories adds to the
breathtaking assortment DSW is known for.

DSW Designer Shoe Warehouse. Designer Shoes. Warehouse Prices.

I discovered DSW on my first trip to New York City almost 6 years ago. I couldn’t believe my eyes. I bought 3 pairs of boots (one of which I am still wearing til this day) and my Michael Kors pumps seen in this picture. A lot of damage has been made!

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Modern Vintage Tall balck leather boots DSW
Here I am lost in Central Park… but wearing my boots (photo from 2008).

I am looking forward to monitoring the progress of the opening and will be sure to report any news to you!

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