Eliza Parker Blog

AC Love!

Eliza Parker — Sun, 15 Apr 2012 19:57:24 +0000

Chelsea and Jess

Chenese, Gabi and Jess

Barb and Jess

Here are some additional pics from our adventures at NJFFW in Atlantic City. Barb (EP model, dear friend, and the original jersey girl) and I had an amazing time at the shopping event. We met so many gorgeous EP customers!

I also *finally* had the chance meet some of my favorite women from the plus size world. Gabi of blog Gabi Fresh , Chenese from Plus Size Model Radio , and Chelsea from MTV’s Chelsea Settles all stopped by our booth to say hi.I am such a fan of all three women — it was SO wonderful to meet these pioneers in person!

xoxo Jessica

Runway in AC!

Eliza Parker — Wed, 11 Apr 2012 00:19:46 +0000

Last weekend Barb and I had the pleasure of attending New Jersey Full Figured Fashion Week in Atlantic City. Here’s the first of a few blog posts on our adventures:

The incredibly talented Susan Moses styled the fashion shows throughout the weekend. The Monaco, Portofino and Miami dresses all made appearances on the runway!

I love how Susan styled the Portofino dress – great head scarf, the Double Buckle Belt and fabulous wedges.

The Monaco dress in Purple looked chic paired with the Silver Buckle Belt and incredible purple heels (How did these models make it down the runway in 5 inch heels!?!?).

Sorry for the poor photo quality! These photos are courtesy of our iPhones. I’ll hopefully be posting the professional photos of the runway shows sometime soon. Stay Tuned! xoxo Jessica

My Eliza Feature: Korey in Portofino

Eliza Parker — Fri, 02 Mar 2012 02:58:10 +0000

Eliza Parker Portofino Dark Magenta on korey

Eliza Parker Portofino Dark Magenta with Million Ways Cardigan on Korey

Korey, my beautiful friend and a MyEliza model, is heading off on a cruise next month. She’ll be taking the Portofino dress in Dark Magenta (it’s on sale, by the way!) with her. The Portofino is a great option for a cruise. It’s chic enough for cocktail attire requirements at dinner, but it also manages to be comfortable for daytime excursions.

On a side note: the Portofino is definitely bra strap friendly. As our friend, Kelsey, discussed on her blog Charming Pumpkin recently, I recommend a plunge bra with this dress — it sits perfectly under the Portofino and eliminates the need for a camisole.

The Portofino is a breeze to accessorize for night or day. Korey styled the Portofino two ways: One for evening with a gorgeous statement necklace and strappy sandals. Look two pairs the Portofino with the Million Ways Cardigan. I love the relaxed daytime feel. Korey is sensational in both day and night looks! Let us know what you think! xoxo Jessica

Victorious in Violet

Eliza Parker — Fri, 02 Mar 2012 02:57:15 +0000

Eliza Parker Verona Dress in Violet with Double Buckle Belt

A while back (you may notice the Christmas tree in the background!), I visited Niagara Falls and gambled a little at one of the casinos.

I wore the Verona dress in Violet with the Double Buckle Belt. It’s the perfect dress for chilly Canadian evenings. I am in love with the extra soft mohair jersey fabric.

Pair the Verona dress with tights and boots or simple sweet flats, and you have a fabulous outfit. The dress also proved to be lucky – I doubled my money on roulette! xoxo Jessica

Million Ways (three more times!)

Eliza Parker — Thu, 16 Feb 2012 23:41:37 +0000

Million Ways Cardigan: The High Tie

Million Ways Cardigan: The Low Tie

Million Ways Cardigan: Belted

How about some more Million Ways? The Million Ways Cardigan has been my go-to separate everywhere and anywhere since December.

I wear it to the office over a pencil skirt or trousers, to brunch over leggings, and even to the gym over yoga pants. I love this top. It’s so super soft and the most versatile thing in my closet. It adds a pop of color to any look instantly.

Today I tried it over jeans and a black camisole. There are three looks: Belted, Low Tie and High Tie. Let me know which is your favorite! xoxo Jessica

Teal with a Twist

Eliza Parker — Wed, 28 Dec 2011 02:41:47 +0000

I’m thrilled that we brought back the Million Ways Cardigan. I have the magenta, gray and black from last year and literally wear them all the time. I wear the cardi as a layer to the gym or coffee shop, over leggings and jeans, and as a wrap over dresses.

This last weekend, I wore the Million Ways Teal out shopping over a simple black tunic and leggings. It’s the perfect item to travel with because it is so versatile and chic. xoxo Jessica

Warm up!

Eliza Parker — Wed, 14 Dec 2011 06:25:55 +0000

Chilly weather in SF means that I get to take my favorite winter accessories out of storage. From November through March, I live in the Luxe Shawl in Camel. It is super soft, provides the added warmth you need in the cooler months, and literally goes with everything. Today I wore it with our newest Sofia dress. The luxurious mohair fabric of the Verona dress combines with the fabulous sleek silhouette of the Sofia dress to get the gorgeous Sofia in Violet. I added my favorite tights with riding boots to make a warm and chic winter look. xoxo Jessica

Fancy Pants!

Eliza Parker — Wed, 07 Dec 2011 21:07:21 +0000

Liz in Black Classic Pants and Magenta Cowl Top

Everyone knows that I love a great dress (obviously!). But, don’t underestimate the power of pants. The Classic Pants, to be specific. They are not just perfect for work. A sleek pair of trousers can be a fabulous and unexpected look for a cocktail party. Try wearing them with a fun top like the Cowl Neck in Magenta.

My awesome sister, Liz, rocked this look on Thanksgiving. The Black Classic Pants look fabulous on her. We didn’t get a booty photo, but trust me, it looked good! The pants are a super rich fabric with nice stretch. The front pockets are stylish and functional. Mix these pants with a fabulous top for the perfect holiday cocktail (party!). xoxo Jessica

My Eliza Feature: Meet Alisha!

Eliza Parker — Fri, 25 Nov 2011 14:16:55 +0000

Last week I was incredibly delighted to receive pics from Eliza Parker customer, Alisha. She is looking gorgeous in the Verona dress in Violet. And, it’s her wedding day! It’s an Eliza Parker first: one of our dresses was a bride’s wedding dress! What an honor for EP to be included in such an important day. The Verona looks luxurious and romantic on Alisha.

Alisha’s bouquet perfectly coordinates with the colors of the fall day and with the violet of the dress. Accessories include a lovely necklace and bracelet and a beautiful headband. She paired the dress with tights and heels. And don’t forget the all-important ring!

It looks like it was a wonderful day. Congrats to Alisha & Kory! So happy that you shared these gorgeous pics with us. Wishing you both a lifetime of love and happiness. xoxo Jessica

Oh, Baby!

Eliza Parker — Wed, 16 Nov 2011 20:45:18 +0000

Everyone knows that I love a good party. What do I love more? Hosting a good party! A few weeks ago, I helped throw a baby shower for my good friend Neha.

The day was full of games, gifts, and good food (cupcakes, to be specific!). We had a great time celebrating with Neha.

Of course, we took the required Eliza Parker photo to commemorate the occasion. Check out Laura in the Verona dress and Takara in the Bordeaux dress — gorgeous! Guess what I wore? The Sofia in black, my favorite dress for fall. xoxo Jessica