Full Blossom Chic

This is a great find, definitely worth going in. The woman is very nice and the prices are so cheap for great secondhand items.

Curvy friends, welcome to your new favorite consignment store. They have clothes to suit all kinds of styles here. The one thing they have in common: all of it is awesome and celebrates the curves.
I was given a last-​minute ticket to a formal party and was desperately seeking a dress day-​of. At Blooming Deals across the street, the only formal thing in my size was a mother-​of-​the-​bride dress that made me feel ugly and twice my age. The wonderful women here saved the day and found me two gorgeous options that each made me feel like a queen — both gowns were timeless classics. Trust their advice. They knew what would look good on and picked things I never would’ve thought to try but loved once I got them on.
I couldn’t have found anything better (or for a better price) if I’d spent an entire weekend shopping. They saved the day and I’m so grateful. Every time I’ve walked in here I’ve found something I love, all of it reasonably priced. Next time you’re on Freret St, do yourself a favor and check this place out.

As a fat and fabulous fashionista, I have felt the pain of ugly clothing. I’ve felt the ugly stares of many shop owners who are horrified that someone my size might want to shop there. Hell, I’ve even been laughed out of a few shops here in New Orleans because of my size.
Which is why Shercole K.‘s review of Full Blossom Chic sent me RUNNING to paw through the collection at this amazing boutique. I’ve sold here twice, browsed multiple times, and will be back tomorrow morning to buy a fabulous blazer that clocks in well below retail while still looking fresh off the rack. Oh yeah. This is where I want to be shopping and selling my gitch.
Let’s be very clear: I’ve sold clothes to other local consignment shops. I’ve purchased from them, too. I like some of them – most notably our local Buffalo Exchange. Seriously. (Check out my 4 star review of the place, if you’d like.) But I like Full Blossom Chic better than anywhere else I’ve ever sold or shopped for consignment clothes for two reasons. One, the entire store is a wild romp of beautiful clothes for me and other female-​presenting folks who are bigger than a size 10. Two, the owner — slash resident fashionista is an amazing, welcoming, discerning curator of this collection without being a snob.
Yes, she can say no without making you feel tiny. She can say, «This doesn’t fit our collection» without the «because it’s ugly/you’re terrible/​you have no style» coda that other style-​conscious resellers the world over manage to add in there. I’ve never felt rejected when some of my clothes don’t fit the profile of the shop. Funny, that. And let’s be serious: Daniela’s attitude always makes me want to shop after I sell.
Even better, Daniela has a serious eye. I’ve tried on clothes that I loved, but they didn’t look very good on me. Guess who told me that they weren’t working? Daniela. Yes, the owner of this shop helped me look my best by offering fashion advice that meant my visit didn’t end with a purchase. But you know what that advice did for me? It cemented in my mind that her focus is on style, not selling me on something that didn’t work for me.
I’m more inclined to spend my limited fashion cash here because it is a welcoming, well-​curated, plus-​size bonanza of perfectly-​priced fat, femme love. Sigh. So good.
Accessibility notes: Step up into the shop. Door opens in. No Braille menu or signage. Dressing rooms are small and may not handle accessibility devices. Medium-​height counter. Clothes are hung both low and high. Staff is very present for assistance.

I’ve been here at least 6 times since they opened and walked out with something each time. The staff (I am bad with remembering names, sadly) is upbeat and friendly and very interested in making sure you’re happy with your purchase. Prices are very reasonable. the dresses I’ve picked up are in the $ 12 – 20 range. The variety of styles and sizes is broad. ranging from more matronly to full-​on trendy. I live somewhere in between and can always find something.
This store is a welcomed addition to NOLA as most other consignment shops completely ignore us plus-​sized girls, and I rarely want to drop the cash that Voluptuous Vixen requires so I’m a huge fan of Full Blossom Chic!

I absolutely love love this place! Ever since it has open I have been a regular visitor finding these things from meetings, to costumes, to special events. I have managed to always find something great.
Daniela and staff is always helpful finding different things I may ask for as well as just putting things on side that she thinks I may like. I really can’t go wrong with anything in this store. Once I told her I would love a Monif C dress and she actually found me one!
This is a great consignment shop that you can bring some stuff into and actually want to use your credit with. Plus, the price is just right. Everything is seriously reasonably priced.
Also this location has great accessory finds. I have found countless statement necklaces as long with earrings to help me change my style up a little bit.
This is a great place to get a great personal shopping experience where someone is there to work with you on what works best for your body and your particular needs.