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The Diary Of A FAT Fashionista: The Non-Networking Party

In a recent post to my Facebook page (www.Facebook.com/FashionPlusBlog), I mentioned becoming a little more picky about attending events. The reason for that post is because I would to feel bad about not being able to attend events, due to my day job and missing my chance to make connections with others in the plus industry. That was then and this is NOW! As you know. Some events a blogger can get in on a press pass, or if your well known a guest list of some sort; but if your like me and have been blogger about two years and not very well known most of the time I end up paying my way into an event. And when you add the cost of transportation (and a killer outfit, because you can't go looking scruffy) that's a lot of COINS!

I've realized that most events that are labeled "Networking" or otherwise resemble something closely related to a family or class reunion. For example, if you've ever attended a fashion show most of the audience members have close relations to the models, and therefore come to support. Those people are not there to make industry connections, and the industry professionals that are in attendance are few. Also, let's say you actually attend an event that has industry people in abundance; most of them already know each other (if they've been in the biz for a while) and tend to clique up. A newcomer can find themselves on an island all their own without a lifeboat, a paddle, or even a strong wond to get them to the main land; basically what I'm saying is...YOUR SHIT OUTTA LUCK! 

So, I've decided to be a bit more choicy when it comes to an event that I have to pay to attend. I love a good fashion show as well as the next FATSHIONISTA, but I'm going to make it point not to attend competitions that don't feature a boutique or new designers. Instead, I'm going to set my sights on launch parties, magazine events, or a forum of some kind. Not every event requires your attendence, you know what your looking for as far as the type of people you want to have association with; so you would have to alter the events you attend in order to attract a more specific crowd. 

Listen, I'm not saying be ultra exclusive to the point of snobbery. But for me, I'm just being more mindful of we're I spend my time and money. I want to actually make connections with people that will eventually put me into a category of being a great industry professional among my Plus Size Fashion peers. I love meeting new people and building lasting relationships, I just don't want to waist my time doing it. There are some events I wish I could attend and can't and that is also a main reason why I'm prioritizing my event schedule, so that the really important events are higher up on my list. 

Have you ever been unable to attend an event fashion or otherwise, and felt horrible about it? 

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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

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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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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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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Bodacious Brides!

Kelly Rowland isn't the only lucky lady getting married, watch out for the THICK brides! Yes ladies, the day we all look forward to...DUAL INCOME otherwise known as getting married. There are so many details to consider, and loads of wrong turns that can be made. How do we avoid all this? Simply by getting a wedding planner, but if your like me and have a budget that's NOT an option. What's a bride to do?

First of all get your head in the game! This is not a problem but a challenge, a conundrum is you will; that must be solved before the big day. First pick your date, what do you see when you envision your wedding? Are you outside, inside, spring time, summer time, or fall? The date you pick correlates with the season and affects your choice of dress for you and your wedding party. 

Next, choose your colors. Big girls, we can wear any color we want, just make sure it suits you or your

wedding party. Also, who says the bride has to wear white? White is traditionally for virgins, let's keep it
100; most of us are not virgins we just keep the tradition going. You can be adventurous with the color scheme to make a truly unique vision come to life. 

The next focus should be on your venue. Besides finding the perfect dress, the venue is the second hardest task of putting together a wedding. You have to decide if you want the reception to be in same place as the ceremony or travel to two separate places.  Keep in mind separate places means SEPARATE deposits. By choosing different areas you will be spending more money, but if it can't be avoided then a woman's got to do, what a woman's got to do!

Then, you want to focus on all the small things that can get lost in the chaos of planning a wedding. Like for example, deciding how to style your hair. If your an anal bride (LOL) you would also choose how you'd like your wedding party to style their hair also. Sometimes you can leave stuff like this to chance, but WHY?

  Also, don't forget shoes and accessories, and the all important Wedding Night Lingerie.This is the night to let all your inhibitions run FREE, your with your life partner, so there is no 
Here are a few thangs that can get the party started real quick:

Lastly, ladies say YES to the dress! with all the different selections out in the bridal world it can be more than
overwhelming to decide on the dress that will be timeless, elegant, and memorable. As a plus size women, I refuse to stick with the same boxy design that most luscious size ladies do. I would want something that reflects my personality, pushes the envelope of traditional thinking, and of course is drop dead sexy! Check out some dress choices that I thought would suit every type of bride, from traditional to over the top!

 As as you search for dresses remember everything isn't for everybody, LIKE THIS...

 

And PLEASE remember this! Spanx or any other shaping garment can help hid what you don't want people to see, and accentuate what you do!

Any questions, comments, or concerns please leave me a comment below! As always, STAY BEAUTIFUL, CONFIDENT, AND ABOVE ALL SEXY! 

XOXO!

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