My hair and I are like Ross and Rachel (yes, I finally got around to watching Friends while I was in college and have since reference the series when appropriate). Admittedly, part of this complicated love-hate relationship is due to the fact that it is thick and curly, thought that is a topic for a future post. My hair is a dull shade of dark brown and has a mind of its own, to the point that I refer to wash day as “taming the beast.” Even still my hair has been considered my most beautiful feature. This was only cemented by how people reacted to it on a daily basis – – with awe and compliments. Continue reading
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theCURVYcon 2016 Teal Swagbag Haul!
One of the perks of attending theCURVYcon as a Teal ticket holder was the huge swag bag. I know that social media is full of buzz surrounding the Platinum bag, but I wanted to share how awesome the Teal swag bag is too. I should also mention that this video serves a dual purpose as not only am I sharing my swag but submitting a contest entry to win a new Canon DSLR camera. Wish me luck!
Note: This video was filmed between the hours of 2 and 3 AM in the morning which is why I am kind of all over the place.
Check out my theCURVYcon 2016 Recap here: http://bit.ly/290l5Jp
Style notes: In this video I am wearing the crop eyelet shell top from Lane Bryant in a size 18.
Thinking about attending next year? You can purchase your 2017 theCURVYcon tickets here: http://bit.ly/292Nyg8
Full Figured Fashion Week Day 1 & 2*
Full Figured Fashion week started this past Sunday and I couldn’t be any more excited. This is my first year attending some events and while I didn’t get the chance to go to some of the signature ones, I will be recapping my experience on the blog up until this weekend a.k.a. The Curvy Con!
Day 1- Redefining Healthy Panel
This afternoon event hosted by Darlene of Suits, Heels and Curves, was so inspiring and empowering that I can’t even put to words. The workshop with its panel, conversation circle, makeup tutorial and Vixen workout covered the importance of self love, mental health, claiming your sexy, cultivating your style, and putting your best face on; all stressing that size does not determine your worth, beauty or your health. #iamredefininghealthy from here on out.
Darlene welcoming everyone to this empowering event.
My Two Cents: Modesty is NOT “Anti-Body Positive”
Webster’s dictionary defines modesty as, “the quality of behaving and especially dressing in ways that do not attract sexual attention; propriety in dress, speech or conduct.” Even with this definition “modesty” brings to mind images of plainness, frumpy clothes and overly-religious reserve; all things that the body positive movement is against. For the most part being body positive has meant wearing revealing clothes such as body-con dresses and crop tops, understandably so as plus size women are reclaiming visibility after decades of being taught self-loathing to the point of hiding their body. However, this in turn has made the movement somewhat exclusive as those who chose not to empower themselves in such a way are put down as needing more self esteem and confidence.
May exclaim: “Show those arms! Your figure! Them legs!” Continue reading
Super Casual Americana
Memorial day is right around the corner and while it marks a very solemn holiday, it is also the unofficial start to summer. This year I decided to welcome the season by embracing this purely American occasion of remembrance by dressing with pieces in our national colors. If anything it gave me an excuse to finally style this red plaid romper I received as a birthday present from my younger brother. This piece is made of a lightweight cotton for a very cool and casual outfit, perfect for a memorial day family picnic at the beach or park.
Style Notes: I am wearing a straight size XL but this is also available in plus sizes which I have linked to below.
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Big City, Curvy Girl, Thin Wallet 