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By Kellie Brown What if fashion came first? I was chatting with a friend recently about how, as a blogger, there's a certain amount of pressure to give your readers what ...
By Liz BlackIt’s so easy to get sucked into an Instagram vortex — flicking through image after image, debating someone’s use of Amaro versus Mayfair, developing ...
By Liz BlackThe origin of the word “supermodel” may never be settled. Many within the industry dispute who was the first to earn the mega-bucks moniker. But, ...
By Liz BlackWith the increase in plus-size stores (both brick-and-mortar and online), companies are beginning to realize they need to put a little effort into standing...
By Liz BlackThere are so many indications that the fashion world is evolving. It couldn't be more apparent than in the increasing availability of clothing above a size...
By Liz BlackGrowing up, I was extremely conscious of the fact that my thick legs didn’t resemble the pin-thin limbs of my classmates. “Blessed” with my mother’...
By Liz BlackHashtag and you shall receive. We've heard so many famous-model genesis stories that involve being scouted while strutting down the street or plucked ...
By Liz BlackUPDATE: Aaand, it's live! Launching today, the collection is looking mighty fine, with a strong showing of throw-on-and-go dresses, fashion-forward basics...
By Liz BlackI don't remember when I started shopping in the plus-size section, but I do remember how it felt. As I wandered through the home goods in the basement of a...
It seems there are myriad difficulties associated with store fitting rooms: they're too cramped, have unflattering lighting, or something about them makes...
By Kellie Brown Wedding bells are in the air, and, holy crap, I have nothing to wear! Ah, poetry. But seriously, even if you're not walking down the aisle, figuring out ...
By Liz BlackOnce upon a time, plus-size women were forced to settle for dowdy, sack-like swimdresses that drowned their curves in sad floral prints or the most basic ...
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