I recently received a pretty huge honor in being selected as one of eight bloggers to participate in a special Fit For You Blogger Event with Monroe and Main. Monroe and Main offers beautiful women's clothing through their catalog, as well as online for misses and plus sizes. They just recently launched their fabulous Fit For You Guide, which addresses common problems we often face while trying to put together stylish outfits, yet flatter our respective shapes.
I was chosen to represent my shape problem- being short-waisted. I'm pretty average height-wise, and am slender, too. I know I shouldn't have much to complain about, but I realized a long time ago that I have a short waist. I have long arms and legs, which often make me feel awkward, and my husband lovingly tells me every so often that I'm just 'lanky.' My own solution for elongating my middle, has been to layer longer tank tops underneath my shirts- which does help, but at the same time, it draws attention to my hips.
Monroe and Main has put together an entire Fit Guide of solutions just for me (and you!). I was given the opportunity to purchase an entire outfit from a line of garments that would specifically flatter my body, and solve my shape problem! I spent a lot of time pouring over a few different options. All of the clothing and accessories available from Monroe and Main are so beautiful that it was hard to narrow it down!
I finally decided that I'd like to go with a tunic, the Dolman Sleeve Tunic, to be exact. I am so glad that tunics are in style, because they are exactly what I need to wear to give the appearance of a longer middle, without drawing unwanted attention to other areas of the body. Tunics are a nice choice, because they are fitted, but they also flow nicely- in just the right places! I paired the Dolman Sleeve Tunic with a pair of Denim Leggings, to create the perfect look for me.
The Dolman Sleeve Tunic and Denim Leggings from Monroe and Main
I am loving these two pieces, and have received a number of compliments on my new outfit from Monroe and Main! The Dolman Sleeve Tunic is so soft, and comfortable. I love that it can be dressed up or down- for a casual day at home or away with the family, or a cute ensemble to wear for a social gathering! I can move in the leggings, too! Lots of leggings and skinny pants are too tight and simply unflattering, making lots of women I know think and believe that they just can't wear things like that. Monroe and Main's Denim Leggings look, fit and feel like a very comfy skinny jean, and they fit perfectly- from top to bottom! They are extremely flattering, and I can easily wear these during those few days every month when I don't bother trying to get into my skinny jeans, because there's no way those will zip! The slimming, stretch denim is both flattering and forgiving.
And of course...
No outfit is complete without a fabulous pair of shoes or sandals. I live in North Carolina, where temperatures are still pretty warm, so I don sandals eight or nine months out of the year. I chose to add the gorgeous Opulent Thong Sandal in Black. I love the pretty detail in the tiny metal embellishments all over the sandals! Again, these go beautifully with my Monroe and Main Fit For You outfit, are super gorgeous with a maxi dress or skirt, and could even dress up a nice capri or Bermuda short.
The Opulent Thong Sandal in Black
And I know you're ready to see the complete outfit, so here we go: Me, wearing the Dolman Sleeve Tunic with the Denim Leggings and Opulent Thong Sandal from Monroe and Main...
The Tunic: Fits beautifully and adds length where I need it!
The Leggings: Allow me to breathe, while showing off my great legs!
The Sandals: Are so cushy, and comfy and lovely- I could wear them all day!
I have to say a huge thank you to Monroe and Main and their fit specialists for putting this wonderful Fit Guide together and targeting problems like mine, plus: Hide Hips & Add Height, De-Emphasize Bust, and Camouflage Midsection. The Fit For You Guide is located right on the Monroe and Main website, and is easy to follow and use! Just follow the directions to take your measurements and find your size. Then, move onto the shape solutions and shop from categories that were put together to address your problem areas.
I know that I can turn to and trust Monroe and Main for quality clothing that will make me look and feel beautiful, and allow me to be me, because at the end of the day...
...this is all that matters!
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Special thanks to the team at Monroe and Main for selecting me to participate in this wonderful event, and for offering this fabulous giveaway for our readers!
Good luck!

Disclosure: I was sent the above featured items free of charge from Monroe and Main, for review purposes. All thoughts and opinions shared are my own. Your experience may differ. This giveaway is not associated with Facebook in any way, shape or form. MBP is not in any way responsible for sponsor prize fulfillment or shipment.
probably "short waisted".
ReplyDeleteI guess the closest I can come is "camouflage midsection"
ReplyDeleteWanda McHenry
I'd purchase this: http://www.monroeandmain.com/Clothing/Tops/Tanks-and-Camis/Uptown-Downtown-Embellished-Tank.pro?fpi=65306&catCd=WW
ReplyDeleteI could add some length. But I don't think I need to hide my hips. I'm 34,27,37 and 118 lbs.
ReplyDeleteI like the Winter in Bloom cloche hat http://www.monroeandmain.com/Winter-In-Bloom-Hat.pro?omSource=SLI
ReplyDeleteI'm a hide the hips and add more height.
ReplyDeleteadded wrong info in the "Enter another giveaway section on the rafflecopter.. this is what I wanted to put in -http://www.mommysblockparty.com/2012/10/the-party-glam-boutique-review-giveaway.html
ReplyDeleteI would use it towards a pair of these-http://www.monroeandmain.com/Shoes/Sandals/Chloe-Thong-By-Lamo.pro?fpi=83152&catCd=WI in the black
ReplyDeleteI love these: http://www.monroeandmain.com/Clothing/Bottoms/Black-Cargo-Crop-Pant.pro?fpi=86787&catCd=MY
ReplyDeleteWanda McHenry
SHERRIE C. ON RAFFLECOPTER
ReplyDeleteMy closest 'Fit For You Shape Solution' is camouflage midsection.
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SHERRIE C. ON RAFFLECOPTER
ReplyDeleteI would get the Vintage Lodge Muk Luks Boot Slippers
http://www.monroeandmain.com/Shoes/Slippers/Muk-Luks-Boots-Vintage-Lodge.pro?fpi=76696&catCd=WW
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I'm short waisted
ReplyDeletecamouflage midsection
ReplyDeleteI have no curves so I would say camo the mid
ReplyDeleteHide hips and add height would be GREAT!
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