Late November in the South and we’re still in the high 70’s! When it feels like summer but needs to look like fall, I go for layers with thin, comfortable fabrics. This Torrid plus size OOTD features my new favorite skirt – the black ruffle maxi.

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Black Ruffle Torrid Maxi Skirt

Now that my shapewear game is strong (thanks to Yitty shorts like these), I’ve been digging maxi skirts this fall. It’s been a few months since I snagged this Maxi Challis Hi-Low Skirt from Torrid, and I finally found an occasion to wear it over the weekend: our little town’s annual downtown Christmas parade.

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I found this skirt while searching for a basic black maxi… but the wrap style with ruffle hem really elevates it above just basic. My first thought was, “whoa, flamenco dancer!” I was skeptical as to whether or not I could comfortably pull it off.

But let me tell you, the lightweight “challis” fabric of this Torrid maxi skirt is *swoon*. It’s so thin, there’s no worries about getting too warm (even if you’re wearing shorts underneath it like I do). Yet it’s completely opaque, no see-thru worries.

This material, which is 100% rayon, is also super flowy. The movement is great when you’re walking, and the slightest breeze flutters the ruffles in such a pretty way.

While this Torrid maxi skirt is currently sold out online, I do have an extra available for sale in my Poshmark closet.

Simple Cami & Denim Jacket

Torrid Foxy Cami’s are a staple of my closet, and they work beautifully with the high-waist of the maxi skirt. The material is soft, stretchy, and stays in place. I swear I wear some version of the Foxy Cami nearly every day. This particular cami is a perfect plum shade for fall.

Foxy Cami’s are fantastic all year round, too. Using one as the base layer means I can slip out of the jacket and cool down at any time. Temperature control is super important if you’re a fat girl living in the South!

This badass distressed jean jacket is from Celebrity Pink brand and I bought it at Walmart. I’m wearing a XXXL and it fits just about perfectly (with an intentional oversized boxy look) on my 22/24 top.

I am a total sucker for 80’s style acid washed denim. Add some all-over distressing and I’m in love. Peep my cute little fall-themed LOTR enamel pin, too!

I paired this outfit with white strappy flat sandals, a boho-inspired blush pink crossbody purse, and a couple chunky statement rings. All in all, I was comfortable enough to stay relaxed and enjoy living in the moment with these quaint country Southerners, bless their hearts.

Except for the hillbilly woman with six heinous, ill-behaved offspring that pushed their way into our space and acted obnoxious throughout the parade… That bunch can fuck right off.

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