Hello Dolls! Now being featured on Fashion Plus for Facebook is The Beauty of The Week! So, every curvy, full figured, or plus size king or queen who wants to show off the beauty that they've been blessed with post up your pictures as many or as little as you want and ONCE a week someone will be selected to wear the CROWN as Beauty of the Week and bragging rights!
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As always stay beautiful, confident, and sexy! XOXO!
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Thursday, August 16, 2012
Monday, August 13, 2012
The mirror has two faces: Which one do you believe?
Hello Dolls! I know you guys are looking at this image saying ok, what's this about? Well, I've had something on my mind I want to share with all of you; it's something we all struggle with, but most people don't talk about it or ignore it. I know because I'm guiltily of ignoring it myself. First I want to say I'm no doctor, therapist, or anything like that; I just talk to you guys from a real place of what I've seen, heard, or experienced for myself. Can I do that? Is that alright? Well, let's get started!
The two faces of a mirror, I know y'all like; what two faces? When I look I only see one, and that's the fabulous me! And your right there is only one face and it's yours, but when I say two faces; what I mean is the face you see in the mirror, and the one you see in your MIND. What I'm really talking about is perception or body image perception. I've notice that some of us don't believe what we see in the mirror because our minds are giving us totally different information. We apply how we feel to how we look, thus using our outer appearance to reflect what we think we look like; and this simply isn't true (not in all cases, but a good majority). Like I said I'm guilty of the same misconception as most so I'm not trying to be Debbie Downer, I just want to be real with you.
How can we fix this? By being honest with ourselves about our appearances and how we appear to other people? Did you ever try asking somebody who knows you pretty well about how they perceive you? Well, you should if you didn't the results could shock you. Plus size ladies were affected by this most of all that's why we seem to miss the mark when trying to reinvent ourselves; a majority of the time we don't know where to start so we go for the easiest mark. Fashion magazines, clothing stores that don't go up to our size, wear items six sizes too small; all in an effort to feel better about our own perception of ourselves. And why? It does nothing but stress us out later if we feel like we don't measure up. Our minds are the "I can wear that beast" and we feed it by feeding into the mainstream idea of what a "woman" should look like. That 'beast' tell us we can do something and we believe it that's the minds perception. Then we do it and look in the mirror at our handiwork and we look a HOT MESS! That my lovely is the mirrors perception. The mirror is what's real; the mind is what is fooling us every time. I guess that's were we get the phrase GO AND GET YOUR MIND RIGHT! Because it can truly be the worst if that's how we continue to go through life.
Do some soul searching and really find out what it is that's causing you to believe a lie. You have to approve of yourself before anyone else can approve of you. Which mirror would you chose? Until next time my loves! Stay beautiful, confident, sexy, and above all plus size and loving it!
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Friday, August 10, 2012
Falling in love with fall: styles we love & the ones we don't
Hello Everybody! Today were going to discuss fall fashion trends among us full figured, voluptuous, sexy because that's just who we are people. Of course when moving from summer into fall some of the best styles summer has to offer will follow suit, that way we will get the best of both seasons.
What do we have to look forward to? Be on the look out for high low shirts and dresses. This look will work for a casual night out or a business chic look. But when applying the high low look be body conscious of what your showing, and how much of it you want to hide. Nothing ruins this looks more than a plus size girl who is going for a chic look and misses because the look doesn't suit her body type. Also, be aware of your environment; some high low outfits are not work appropriate.
The next trend that will blend itself into fall is bright colored leggings or jeans. This trend is going to be incorporated with dark colors and sheer some pieces that can help express your individuality. With this look different is good, but personality is better. And that is what playing with the different colors, and cuts of this style will do.
Other style must haves are some eccentric styles, and sheered colored material tops. These pairings give use a more versatile look. Plus size beauties don't be afraid to step out of the box when it comes to sheer items, just know when to go or it and when to let it go, that will be the difference between being a knockout an getting knocked out; see the difference.
My advice explore all of your options, gone are the days of mixed prints that will make someone dizzy when you walk(almost there are some still lurking around), overly sparkled, shapeless, flowing, or colored clothing designed to hide instead of accentuate all of our angles and curves. Full figured fashion had come a long way from those days, it's a revolution and I for one is going to always be on it's side.
Stay beautiful, sexy, confident, and above all full figured! Until next time always be proud of your progress no matter how far, long, or hard it was to attain it. Love you all! Xoxoxox!
What do we have to look forward to? Be on the look out for high low shirts and dresses. This look will work for a casual night out or a business chic look. But when applying the high low look be body conscious of what your showing, and how much of it you want to hide. Nothing ruins this looks more than a plus size girl who is going for a chic look and misses because the look doesn't suit her body type. Also, be aware of your environment; some high low outfits are not work appropriate.
The next trend that will blend itself into fall is bright colored leggings or jeans. This trend is going to be incorporated with dark colors and sheer some pieces that can help express your individuality. With this look different is good, but personality is better. And that is what playing with the different colors, and cuts of this style will do.
Other style must haves are some eccentric styles, and sheered colored material tops. These pairings give use a more versatile look. Plus size beauties don't be afraid to step out of the box when it comes to sheer items, just know when to go or it and when to let it go, that will be the difference between being a knockout an getting knocked out; see the difference.
My advice explore all of your options, gone are the days of mixed prints that will make someone dizzy when you walk(almost there are some still lurking around), overly sparkled, shapeless, flowing, or colored clothing designed to hide instead of accentuate all of our angles and curves. Full figured fashion had come a long way from those days, it's a revolution and I for one is going to always be on it's side.
Stay beautiful, sexy, confident, and above all full figured! Until next time always be proud of your progress no matter how far, long, or hard it was to attain it. Love you all! Xoxoxox!
Tuesday, July 31, 2012
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Saturday, June 30, 2012
Dating the Voluptuous way: How curvy women should dress for a day or night out on the town!
YES! I'm absolutely going to go there! Dating is hard enough without adding the prep time it takes to get ready for it, but when you also add to the equation being plus sized it takes the "Dating Game" to a new level entirely.
The first date can make or break a possible future relationship, so it's important to identify whether or not your comfortable with this person in a setting were it will be the two of you and no other daters (double dating), or group setting. If you can, find out what type of date your going out on so that dressing for the occasion will be as effortless as possible. Not only will knowing ahead of time give you an edge, but it will also provide you with back up conversation material should you run out of things to talk about. But if your date is cute, articulate, and knowledgeable trust me you should not be lacking in the communication department. But should you find that they're all looks and no substance cut and run ASAP! Because there's nothing worst that a cute DULL date; whose only conversation is about me, myself, & I.
For a casual date: whether it be two people or a group, I would recommend a versatile flowing top maybe a solid color; something not too busy, a slim cute pair of jeans (to show off your shape or your hour glass shape), and a cute flat or booties to complement with limited accessories. It's best to stick to earrings and bangles to draw attention to your face and hands. Go light on the makeup, your date shouldn't be tempted to use a butter knife to chisel the foundation off of your face!
For a lunch date: I suggest to try and be dressy casual. That way you will be prepared for any lunch setting; wether it be in a bistro, a deli, a cafe, or a hot dog in the park; always put your best foot forward. P.S. Wear comfy shoes nothing too over the top that screams expensive & uncomfortable. That way if you two go for a walk you won't be unpleasant because your feet hurt. And we ALL know that when our feet starts to hurt the date or occasion is pretty much over.
For a beach or boardwalk date: Humm?That's a little more playful, so something light and airy would work best on this date. Possible a breathable cotton top, a crop pant or Capri, and a comfy light weight sneaker like Toms or a wedge. Little to no accessories and a light handbag if needed. On a beach date its likely that you will be out in the sun a majority of the time; so light clothing is essential. Also, there are plenty of boardwalk activities to do so wearing pants are a must! This date should be really fun so you can be sure there will be no awkward silences between you. Makeup should be minimal, and sun screen a must.
Now the date I know you've been waiting for the " Dinner Date" : This date is the most important date of all the dates previous. On this date there are no distractions. No friends, activities, or interruptions. This is when you really show who you are, and this is your chance to really WOW your date! When dressing show your personality; be classic but memorable. If wearing something black, be sure that your jewelry & accessories including your shoes stands out and brightens your ensemble. For your make up bring the attention to your eyes and mouth. You should always want to hold the attention there so that during conversation you'll be able to gage their reactions.
Over all, dating when with a great person can be a memorable experience or a disaster waiting to happen; but whatever the outcome please believe that you will be the best part of it! As always stay beautiful, confident, sexy, and full figured!!
Until next time, leave any questions, comments, or concerns below. Or LIKE Fashion Plus on Facebook @ www.facebook.com/FashionPlusBlog or email me at fabulouslyp@gmail.com
The first date can make or break a possible future relationship, so it's important to identify whether or not your comfortable with this person in a setting were it will be the two of you and no other daters (double dating), or group setting. If you can, find out what type of date your going out on so that dressing for the occasion will be as effortless as possible. Not only will knowing ahead of time give you an edge, but it will also provide you with back up conversation material should you run out of things to talk about. But if your date is cute, articulate, and knowledgeable trust me you should not be lacking in the communication department. But should you find that they're all looks and no substance cut and run ASAP! Because there's nothing worst that a cute DULL date; whose only conversation is about me, myself, & I.
For a casual date: whether it be two people or a group, I would recommend a versatile flowing top maybe a solid color; something not too busy, a slim cute pair of jeans (to show off your shape or your hour glass shape), and a cute flat or booties to complement with limited accessories. It's best to stick to earrings and bangles to draw attention to your face and hands. Go light on the makeup, your date shouldn't be tempted to use a butter knife to chisel the foundation off of your face!
For a lunch date: I suggest to try and be dressy casual. That way you will be prepared for any lunch setting; wether it be in a bistro, a deli, a cafe, or a hot dog in the park; always put your best foot forward. P.S. Wear comfy shoes nothing too over the top that screams expensive & uncomfortable. That way if you two go for a walk you won't be unpleasant because your feet hurt. And we ALL know that when our feet starts to hurt the date or occasion is pretty much over.
For a beach or boardwalk date: Humm?That's a little more playful, so something light and airy would work best on this date. Possible a breathable cotton top, a crop pant or Capri, and a comfy light weight sneaker like Toms or a wedge. Little to no accessories and a light handbag if needed. On a beach date its likely that you will be out in the sun a majority of the time; so light clothing is essential. Also, there are plenty of boardwalk activities to do so wearing pants are a must! This date should be really fun so you can be sure there will be no awkward silences between you. Makeup should be minimal, and sun screen a must.
Now the date I know you've been waiting for the " Dinner Date" : This date is the most important date of all the dates previous. On this date there are no distractions. No friends, activities, or interruptions. This is when you really show who you are, and this is your chance to really WOW your date! When dressing show your personality; be classic but memorable. If wearing something black, be sure that your jewelry & accessories including your shoes stands out and brightens your ensemble. For your make up bring the attention to your eyes and mouth. You should always want to hold the attention there so that during conversation you'll be able to gage their reactions.
Over all, dating when with a great person can be a memorable experience or a disaster waiting to happen; but whatever the outcome please believe that you will be the best part of it! As always stay beautiful, confident, sexy, and full figured!!
Until next time, leave any questions, comments, or concerns below. Or LIKE Fashion Plus on Facebook @ www.facebook.com/FashionPlusBlog or email me at fabulouslyp@gmail.com
Tuesday, June 26, 2012
Full Figured Novels Fit or Flop: the truth about novels geared towards plus size women.
Who are full figured women? We are much more than our fabulous figures, we are intelligent, capable, worthy, stubborn, yet loving all at once. So, in being all that we are; there should be media or written works that reflect the different persona's we possess? Well, there are some written works out in the world; but a majority of them reflect a plus size woman as sort of depressed, no self worth, or settling in what or whom ever is available in that moment. And this conclusion is simply not true, though we all have the ability to throw ourselves pity parties every now and then at some point we get over it and move on. The characters in some of these novels seem to live in there misery. This trend of a low to no self esteem plus size woman has to stop! We need to have a better representation of the issues we face than the demur character that is lacking in relevance. I have read quite a few full figured novels that were absolutely on point as far as what we endure and how we endure it; but some of the others make me question the motive of some of these writers. What do you think? Have you read a genre for full
Figured women? If so, how did you feel about it?
Recently, on Fashion Plus's Facebook page(www.facebook.com/FashionPlusBlog) I've suggested some books that could possibly have the potential to be great reads they are:
• Real Fitness for Real Women by Rice Rochell
• Down that aisle in style by: Chanein Canton
• The curvy Girl's guid to style by: Chastity Garner
• We just have more to love by: W. Roger Borwnlee
I've never read these works before and will be reading them with you all. So, we'll be discovering the possibilities together. As always stay BEAUTIFUL, CONFIDENT, & above all SEXY! Any comments, questions etc. Please leave them below or contact me on:
Www.facebook.com/FashionBlogPlus
Or
Email: fabulouslyp@gmail.com
<3!
Figured women? If so, how did you feel about it?
Recently, on Fashion Plus's Facebook page(www.facebook.com/FashionPlusBlog) I've suggested some books that could possibly have the potential to be great reads they are:
• Real Fitness for Real Women by Rice Rochell
• Down that aisle in style by: Chanein Canton
• The curvy Girl's guid to style by: Chastity Garner
• We just have more to love by: W. Roger Borwnlee
I've never read these works before and will be reading them with you all. So, we'll be discovering the possibilities together. As always stay BEAUTIFUL, CONFIDENT, & above all SEXY! Any comments, questions etc. Please leave them below or contact me on:
Www.facebook.com/FashionBlogPlus
Or
Email: fabulouslyp@gmail.com
<3!
Tuesday, June 12, 2012
Voluptuous Beach BOMBSHELLS! What are you wearing to the beach?
Hey Diva's! Its that time again, BEACH SEASON! This is the time of summer we ladies dread the most, but this is our year ladies and I'm so excited to show some of the styles plus size designers have waiting for us! But first lets have a weigh in, how many of you ladies love the summer; but just hate to show arms, legs, and tummies? I know just how you feel, I would wear jeans or something that covered my legs whenever I was near the beach for fear that I would be embarrassed. But as I got a little older, bolder, and of course sexier the fear went away. You see Diva's no one can embarrass you, but you. And we all know that confidence speaks volumes! Believe me, the designers have heard our cries and we have what I like to call beach couture, yes were going from the CATWALK to the BOARDWALK and everywhere in between! Enjoy ladies, and I hope to see you all out there being full figured, confident, and above all SEXY!
Features images from:
Designercurves.com
Monifc.com
Blackcatplus.com
Features images from:
Designercurves.com
Monifc.com
Blackcatplus.com
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