Revisiting my Open Letter to the Retail Industry

So, I have been thinking… perusing the internet, wondering, as I seem to see this constant theme popping up everywhere, as if the world is trying to steer the plus size woman onto a certain fashion path…..  it leaves me thinking, steeping, pausing, at this debacle and overtone that I constantly read, feel, and hear…
Actually.
I [...]

Week in review- Plus Size on the Net

Some interesting news circling the web this week, running the gamut of plus size news from fashion, irritation, stupidity spewed, and fashion movements, it has been a busy week for the Curvy Gal!  Peek at this Weekly roundup of the Web!

Kathryn Finney of the Budget Fashionista gives tips for the Curvy Gal (Nicely Done!) over on [...]

Trending now- Denim Blues and Wooden Accents

I am loving the newest trend right now, as at times I fall into a boho chic! One of the latest trends that is my favorite- Wooden accents and Denim!

Wooden Appeal by Marie Denee featuring Gucci shoes

Items in this set:
ASOS | ASOS Frill Sleeve Fitted Waist Dress at ASOS, $48
ASOS | ASOS CURVE Vintage [...]

Inside the plus size bridal trunk show-Gorgeous with Curves

Last Sunday,Trudy’s Bridal, in Campbell, fashioned the bay area’s first plus size bridal trunk show. Never have I been so catered to! I had the best time any future bride-to-be could have (and I am nowhere near walking down the aisle).

Stepping into the room, I was a queen- never-ending mimosas at my fingertips, decadent red velvet cupcakes within [...]

Curves deemed Red Carpet Worthy

Sunday proved to be a fashionable night for the Fabulously Full Figured actresses and celebrities on the red carpet, as I shared over on Vogue Curvy, but what is even more fabulous, is the commentary of plus size on the red carpet and the analysis of their fashions!
Topping The Fashion Code’s best dressed, was not [...]

Let’s talk about giving tips for the Curvy Fashionistas

Every night, I peruse the internet, looking for the latest in plus size news, entertainment- you know all the goodies you come to read about!  Well, amongst my ventures, I came across this “How- to” for plus size women and how to “flatter” the curves.
I always read these with amusement, often questioning the authors.  I [...]

Jean Paul Gaultier for Target and the Curvy Fashionista

Ladies… Jean Paul Gaultier dropped his latest collection for Target yesterday! Exclusive to 250 stores worldwide, and with pieces already sold out online, if you have not made your way over to Target, then you should as you only have until April 11, 2010 to cop your fits!
Why?
Paying tribute to the “American woman,” the [...]

In case you missed it

Missed a post, the latest news, fashion finds, or trend reports? No worries! We have rounded up the latest stories for your curves!

Beauty Beat
Body Image and Health
Fear and Loathing of Fat
Curvy Can- Set out to promote a positive body image
Rolls of Confidence
Entertainment
Vogue Curvy and the latest news
Fashion News
The Ultimate Plus Size Thigh High [...]

Vogue Curvy and the latest news

Last week, I shared with you the lovliness of Vogue Curvy and its site created for us full figured vixens. Well, I wanted you to check out the latest articles on the site, because….
I am now blogging for Vogue Curvy! I am extremely geeked about this! No… like extremely hyped!
This week, fashion was in full [...]

Taking Canadian plus size fashion by storm- Jessica Biffi

Taking Canada by storm as a finalist for Project Runway, and now designing TWO capsule collections with Addition Elle and MXM, designer Jessica Biffi has quickly risen as one to watch in the fashion arena.
I had the pleasure to chat with this vivacious and passionate designer, whose love for gold trickles down into her eponymous [...]