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Tuesday, May 26, 2015

Plus Size Pin Up GLAM!



Yes! I was serving up a STEAMING, HOT, platter of LIFE, when I attended the Glam Her Fashion Show in Paterson NJ! Usually I don't toot my own horn, but after losing close to 120 lbs, in the words of Queen B "I was feelin' myself!" 

CHECK OUT MY LOOK OF THE DAY!










This is the first time, that I really stepped out of my comfort zone, and I'm proud of myself for taking the risk. Another risk I'm taking is persuing my dream of being an author, I hope that you all will continue to support my endeavors; by finding me on social media, and purchaseing your copy of The Life & Times of a Full Figured Fashionista releaseing SOON! 

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LAUNCH PARTY

The Life & Times of a Full Figured Fashionista will be hosting a book launch party for the first novel Saturday, August 15th at 176 East 7th Street Paterson, NJ! 
Come and enjoy:
*Networking
*Music
*Food 
*Drinks
*Raffle Prizes 
* And Swag Bags!
Please reserve your copy today, links to Eventbrite is:

Thank you for ALL your support!

#BlackGirlsReadToo #blackbloggersunited #bookclub #fashion #glam #glamfit #gamechanger #support #artisits #allblackparty #iblog #iwrite #istlye #books #Gemini #gastricsleeve




Tuesday, August 26, 2014

Plus Size Work Outfit Of The Day!



Hey beautiful people! This is my work outfit for the day for 8/25/14. I'm so excited to take my new body out for a spin, lol! Honestly since my weight loss it's been more fun to get dressed everyday. As of now I'm 51 pounds down! Woohoo! I'll be bringing you guys my story soon, but for now let's get to the fashion! 

 I have on:
Top: Curvylicious Clothing Round Neck Tunic Top
 Belt: Torrid
Necklace: Forever21
Skirt: Sealed With A Kiss Designs
Shoes: Nine West
Purse: Amazon





Thursday, August 7, 2014

Work Outfit Of The Day!

This outfit of the day is for 8/7/14.

Just getting back to work after having Gastric Sleeve surgery, and I'm finding that most of my old clothes are fitting me so much better than before and with a few small accessories to vamp up the outfit; this curvy girl is feeling her new look! I honestly can't wait to see more progress!

Outfit Detailes:

Top: Forever21 Plus Sizes
Belt: Torrid
Necklace: Forever21
Pants/Handbag: Avenue 
Shoes: Nine West

My motto: Raise the bar so high, that there is no bar. 

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INSTAGRAM: www.instagram.com/PlusSizePrincessDom 

BLOGSPOT: www.Fabulouslyp.blogspot.com


Curved Fashionista Of The Week!


I want to say thank you to Curved Fashion for selecting me as a featured Fashionista of the Week! Below is the details of my interview. Please follow Curved Fashion on Instagram!

Outfit details: 1
Dress/Belt: Lane Bryant
Earrings: Nordstrom
Glasses: Coach
Necklace: Icing 
Shoes: Specially made by a friend

Outfit details: 2
Top: Torrid
legging: Avenue
Shoes: Avenue
Earrings/Necklace: Icing
Glasses: Coach

Hello beautiful people! My name is Dominique Ali, I'm 29 from New Jersey as of now I'm a size 26; and I'm a plus size fashion blogger. 

What makes me a Curvy Fashionista? Not taking no or allowing my size to hinder me from success as a plus size blogger/writer. Fashion and writing is my passion, combining the two loves makes me feel as if the double standard between plus sizes and straight sizes doesn't exist. 

I started fashion blogging, because I felt like plus size fashion was under appreciated and didn't get the notice it deserved. Hey, Big girls want to look good too! And why shouldn't we? Thus, Fashion Plus Blog (www.Fabulouslyp.blogspot.com) was born. In my blog I touch on other issues in the plus community that no other blogger talked about that I wanted to be voiced; so I gave voice to them myself. Also, I've recently had Gastric Sleeve surgery to improve the quality of my health. I've been documenting my progress pre and post surgery you can view my videos on Youtube (www.Youtube.com/user/dom4fashionplus). 

My motto: Raise the bar so high, that there is no bar. 

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FACEBOOK: www.facebook.com/FashionPlusBlog 

INSTAGRAM: www.instagram.com/PlusSizePrincessDom 

BLOGSPOT: www.Fabulouslyp.blogspot.com


Saturday, July 12, 2014

Dressing Masculine Without Losing Your Femininity

Dressing masculine without losing your femininity 
By: Dominique Ali for Real Size Magazine

A woman asserting her independence, while maintaining her femininity has been a classic struggle since women emerged from kitchens and classrooms to having careers and running their own companies. In fashion, this concept reins more true now as it ever has. We've been through every type of evolution; from wearing pants for the first time to suites with horrid shoulder pads in them to give the illusion of having the broad shoulders of a man. Women have thankfully moved passed trying to prove themselves to men, to being an equal or even surpassing them; this reigns true in fashion as well. 

To achieve a masculine look, but maintain feminine features all depends on the cut, fit, and type of your garment being worn; not the brand, not the color, and not the fact that it's a man's item verses a woman's. Mens clothing is very bulky especially on woman's smaller frame, so it would be very easy for a woman regardless of hight or weight to drown in all the material it's takes to construct a man's item. So, how do we look better then men in their own clothing? Like we do everything else, bend and twist boarders and boundaries until it become exactly what we want it to be. 

First when choosing a cut think liner. If your a short, you would want to chose something that gives you the appearance of being taller by lengthening your torso and/or legs. If your already tall, maintain your height by using good posture. Remember your curves will accentuate your look and bring structure to an otherwise shapeless item by allowing it to mold itself to your body.

Next, is fit. As previously stated you want to chose something that molds to your body, while bringing that extra va-va-voom to your ensemble. Fit is very important because it states how you will be perceived to others. Too tight a fit will suggest that  your intentions are less than honorable. Too loose will give you the appearance of being slovenly.  But a fitted look will give you confidence and control; which is something all women want. It shows you have pride in your abilities, knowledge of your craft, take your purpose very seriously.

Finally, we have type. As divas, we know that a well placed item can do one of two things; either make your day or ruin it. Both will bring you attention, but which one do you want? When portraying a masculine look you have to know if your going for  effect or shock value. Effect would be an accent piece, for example a tie, suspenders, Fedora, Oxford shoes, or a vest. Shock value would be going all out; possibly wearing a full suit, with all the trimmings, with even an intense smoky eye to project fierceness. The type of clothing you choose will set the tone for how seriously people take you and also how you take yourself.

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Sunday, May 18, 2014

Tracks show? Oh no!

Yes, we're going to take it there! I talking about long, short, and medium hair. It's our crown and glory, while simultaneously being the first thing people notice about you. If someone was to ask you, what are you saying about yourself by having the hairstyle you have now, what would it be? How would you answer?

As a woman, I have went through many hair transitions. Not as many as most; but I've had my share. I've done things to my hair that I've shouldn't have done in the name of beauty and trying to make my appearance more attractive to the opposite of sex. Ultimately, that's why we do it ladies! Not just for ourselves and confidence, but to be attractive.  With that being said we must address the weave! Listen, it doesn't matter to me if you wear a weave, wig, lace front, or whatever; but if your going to wear it please wear it right! 

I'm going to keep it straight up real with you, I've seen women go in public with their tracks (weave) showing and swear they're the hottest chick moving! No my dear, please have a seat! You cannot conduct business with your tracks interrupting the conversation, I'm going to need you to fix that!

I have naturally long hair that doesn't cooperate with some styles that I want to do, also I know that most styles ( though are cute as hell) I can't pull off with just my hair; due to the lack of volume. With those styles I would need a weave just to make my hair look full; but I know that I wouldn't be able to keep up the maintenance, so I stick to what I know. 

In the past I've tried to get a quick weave (only once) and I swear I'll never do it again! Do y'all remember the movie Cone heads? Well, that's what I looked like with hair! I had too much real hair to pull off the look. I quickly took that mess out, got me a relaxer(years before I went natural), and a wrap styled my hair. Also, I tried to get my hair braided using human hair; only to have the braiding hair slid, YES SLID off of my real hair; because my hair is thin (again I lack volume)! 


 Ladies, my point is this...know what you can and can't do.
 No business person is going to take you seriously
if you look as if you've never made it past your first year of beauty school. First impressions last a lifetime, second impressions cement who you are. With that being said let's take a look at some BAD impressions that tracks have made:









The only thing you can say to a friend that looks like this is...



But don't let the bad weave styles discourage you from being creative with your hair if you so chose to keep using a weave. In my own opinion, the point of wearing a weave is the same as wear great clothes. To look good and give you confidence. The best weaves are the ones that you can't tell its a weave. The hair looks natural and beautiful. In my research I've found so ladies who got it right, check out these styles:


 
 
For any questions, comments, or concerns please leave a comment below!
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Monday, December 30, 2013

Press Play > : Plus Size Club Wear




Hi Beautiful People! Have you ever had  a ladies nght planned, or an amazing date night at the club with your honey only to discover that your club clothes are either don't fit or out dated? The worse part is that it's probably too late to run out a buy something. So, what do you do in that situation? I'll tell you what will happen; you'll most likely put on something cute that you've worn before, pair it with a new piece of jewelry or shoes that no one has seen you in yet, and get the stepping. Am I right? I know I'm right because I would the same thing. 

I also know that in the back of your mind your hoping that no one remebers this outfit, though thats impossible because everyone notices when a curvy or plus size girl wears something new. Its difficult for us to buy just anything to wear to the club or anywhere else for that matter because it leaves too many unknowns on the table. Unlike the curve-deficient ladies of the world, we have to worry about if our tops rolls up, the pants being too tight at the waist giving the wearer a burning sensation across the stomach because the denim is cutting into your skin, blouses that stick to back rolls, skirts that can roll up exposing thighs, panties, and much more if you know what I mean! It's hard out there for a big, plus size, or curvy girl to maintain our sexiness with all that craziness going on! So, I've attempted to make it easier for the pleasently plump divas; you know who you are! 

I've looked at some popular curvy retailers and found some great picks PRESS PLAY > CLUB WEAR!
Do you have a favorite retailer not mentioned? Tell me about it in the comments section below! Happy shopping Divas! 

From Torrid:
















LANE BRYANT:








ASOS CURVE:












SWAK DESIGNS:





WALMART:



DEBS SHOPS:



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