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Kmart LYS Plus-Size Collection Spring 2011 Lookbook




This season Kmart declares "Love Your Style, Love Your Size" with the launch of its LYS plus-size collection, made especially for women size 18 and over. Prices range from $29.99 for an olive green jacket to $21.99 for a feminine tunic, with basics like camis and leggings priced even lower. Fun splashes of color and bold prints lift the assortment, while fabrics ranging from satin to denim help create the versatile mood of the collection.

LYS Senior Designer, and plus-size woman, Nicole Magnani sees LYS as redefining the plus-size fashion landscape, bringing her personal eye for style and ease to the clothing. She says, "Kmart will be the destination where curvy women shop for clothes they feel great in, want to be seen in, and look amazing wearing!"

I love the sophisticated color palette and the delicate treatment of the military trend shown with pieces like the silk cargos, utility tunic dress or stud trim top.

Keep reading to see all the looks. Do you think Kmart nailed it with LYS?

Ask BB: Modest Floral Dresses on a Budget

I am looking for a knee length floral dress for spring. Any suggestions? Modesty is key. —@chloecolette





Natalie Portman wore a floral Rodarte dress to a Black Swan screening, while Rihanna donned a demure floral dress to a book signing.



Floral prints always feel right for spring. Here's are some of the best floral dresses I've seen under $100.

First, I am totally obsessed with the Kinder Aggugini collection for Macy's, which includes a number of high-fashion florals at unbelievable prices. This one's $69:



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More fabulous options by Kinder Aggugini...



Another great place to shop for floral dresses this spring is Kohl's, which has a couple cute options from LC Lauren Conrad, Simply Vera Vera Wang and ELLE:



More hand-picked options...



Finally, my favorite stand-by, Forever 21, has dozens of stylish floral options. Here's one where the flowers are done in delicate embroidery on a soft lilac background.



Forever 21 at ShopStyle



More options...



All the options I've shown can be worn with blazers or cardigans and tights for a more modest look. Hope this helps - and happy spring! —BB