Jay Miranda

Good Taste, Mom Life, Homeschooling

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In collaboration with Olga Intimates

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At its best, feminine flirty style is a wink. It’s a silk dress, a flash of lace, a nude lip. When it comes to intimates, we usually prefer they remain hidden under our clothes. But intimates have made their way into fashion in their own right. Bralettes, strappy styles, and bursts of color are just a few ways to wear this trend. A tiny sliver of lace peeking out from a sweetheart neckline is all you need. For a more demure take, just add a light jacket. Perfect for a #FearlesslyFlirty date night.

The new Flirty collection by Olga is available in sizes up to 46 bands and G and H cups—amazing! It’s so hard to find a beautiful bra in this size range without having to spend a fortune. The bras in the Flirty collection are priced at $45 each. Beyond style, substance matters too. I tested a few different styles: The Balconette is sculpted and lies smooth under light fabric. The Plunge has great support and lift, perfect for deep-V blouses or dresses. The lace on the Unlined Underwire is soft and feels luxe. The bands are wide and the straps are comfortable. Overall, beautiful quality!

While neutral shades are the most versatile, there’s something undeniably special about a bright or printed set—I’m in love with the deep rose hue of the style I’m wearing today.

Giveaway!

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You can enter win one of these beauties in your size over at my Instagram post here. Check out more of the Flirty collection here.

Photos by Azusa Takano

Say it in French

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jay-miranda-plus-size-maxi-skirt-6Top: H&M, Skirt: here, similar here, Sandals: Burberry, Bag: Rachael Ruddick, Sunglasses: ASOS

If you’re a romantic like me, you must watch “Before Sunrise,” directed by Richard Linklater. It’s about two people who meet on a train, a French woman (Julie Delpy) and an American (Ethan Hawke), who decide to get off the train together in Vienna. The American has a flight to catch the next morning, so the sense of time being fleeting is palpable, as is their connection. What happens?! You have to watch.

I love a romantic outfit as much as a romantic film. Sometimes it feels fashion exists in extremes, either you’re dressed to the nines or you’re running around town in sweats and large sunglasses, hoping you don’t run into anyone you know. I wear the extremes, but I’m also interested in the middle ground of feminine fashion.

Enter the maxi skirt, in a cotton candy hue no less. My advice is to style a long skirt like this with a graphic tee and wear pretty sandals rather than heels. I think this skirt works because it’s lightweight, but has structure. This flirty crop top was a perfect match.

Just the thing to wear to spend the day walking around a beautiful city, falling in love.

Photos by Jessica Castro

 

Back-To-School Kids’ Fashion

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In collaboration with JCPenney
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Remember back-to-school shopping?! New clothes, shoes, schools supplies, backpacks. When I was a kid, I thought it was so much fun. Now that I’m a mom, I think to my own mom needing to get three kids ready for a new school year—on a budget. One lesson I learned from her is to look for quality clothes that will stand up to wear and wash. I’m keeping that in mind as I get Julia ready for preschool. (Side note: I can’t believe how much she’s grown!?)

Here are my kid picks from the Arizona collection, with an eye toward clothes that will work whether your kid is curling up with a book or running full-speed on the playground!

Another reason to love the Arizona collection? JCPenney will be donating $1 for each pair of Arizona Jeans sold to support the YMCA’s academic achievement programs. Be sure to check out my recap of the JCP x YMCA event if you missed it. Wishing everyone a wonderful new school year!

New Beginnings

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In collaboration with JCPenney

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My outfit: Arizona crochet blouse, Arizona pom pom clutch, a.n.a. skinny ankle jeans (plus-size here)

I had the pleasure of spending the day with JCPenney at the Hollywood YMCA for a special back-to-school event for teens. It was a celebration of the national partnership between JCPenney and YMCA and the commitment to help ensure all kids head back to school confident and prepared.

I have my own memories of back-to-school shopping at JCPenney with my mom when I was a kid, so it feels like I’ve come full circle now that I’m getting my daughter ready for preschool.

At this kickoff event, JCPenney gave away Arizona Jeans, backpacks, haircuts, vision screenings, and more. There were lots of families there–the last time I went to the backpack station, I learned they’d already given away nearly 400 of them. Amazing! I met so many cool kids. We chatted about the new year school year, the favorite programs at the Y (major love for karate and dance,) and which style jeans we like best (jeggings were ultra-popular.) I even met an aspiring teen blogger and we chatted about how one handles criticism when pursuing your passion. I gave her the inside scoop!

On my drive home that evening, I thought about the nerves and excitement that come with new beginnings. We’ve all been there, right? These kids are starting a new school year and I’m so honored I could play a small role in making those transitions just a little smoother.

You can play a role too! Here are some ideas for how you can get involved. JCPenney is leading the way. Just one example: JCPenney will be donating $1 for each pair of Arizona Jeans sold to support the Y’s academic achievement programs.

This event was most definitely #SoWorthIt.

Photos by Azusa Takano

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