Plus Size Style - Everyday Bombshell

Last Friday, Dan threw a surprise book launch party for me to celebrate publishing Bombshell Blogroll.  I knew we were going out to dinner to celebrate, but had no idea he would stage a BBQ at my in-laws house and invite a few of our friends to join us.

My good friend, Jackie, made this amazing cake.

Dan also invited my parents to come as one big part of the surprise.  They drove up to Minnesota from Des Moines...and I had no clue.  

My parents printed out paper covers of the book, so I could 

have an official book signing.  

And finally, Dan gave a very sweet speech that made me cry.

Of course. 

It was such a fun evening and I really appreciate having such supportive friends and family.  Now about my outfit...I found this sun dress at Wal-Mart.  Which, normally I am morally opposed to shopping at Wal-Mart thanks to their shady business practices.  But alas, I was swayed by the fact that it fit perfectly (size 16/18), filled a gap in my closet (I owned nothing yellow) and was insanely cheap (less than $10).  Combined, my moral high horse rode off into the sunset with out me.  Oh well. 

The Outfit:

Yellow Dress - Wal-mart (in-store, not online)

Black ruffled shrug- Lane Bryant 

Earrings - Guatemala

Necklace- Jewel Kade

Black belt - Gap Outlet

Black Leather Sandals (I know you can't see them!) - Nordstrom Rack