Anne Taylor retouching
Even with super skinny model clothing companies are still trying to sell an unrealistic body imagine.
Thursday, August 5, 2010
Saturday, July 31, 2010
Sexy RocknRoll Pearl Slide show
I don't like posting accessories in this blog because that is an easy fall back for plus size girls. You don't have to worry about size with Jewelry unless your talking diamonds (and were not on that kind of budget.) However I braking that rule because these are JUST FAB. I figure for the crafty ladies out there these will be inspiration pictures. >:)
I don't like posting accessories in this blog because that is an easy fall back for plus size girls. You don't have to worry about size with Jewelry unless your talking diamonds (and were not on that kind of budget.) However I braking that rule because these are JUST FAB. I figure for the crafty ladies out there these will be inspiration pictures. >:)
The Cut Discusses the NY Times Article
Maybe All Those Plus-size Models Pose Nude Because They Have Nothing Great to Wear
Lizzie Miller in Glamour last year.Photo: glamour.com
A number of things feel off about the fashion industry's supposed movement to embrace and glorify women who are bigger than a size 2. Something we've bemoaned repeatedly on this blog is how plus-size models are routinely shot nude, as if for shock value. Perhaps magazines were trying to re-create the sensation Lizzie Miller made when Glamour shot her nude a year ago. Out rolled Glamour's expanded coverage of plus-size naked models, then came V's size issue with shot after shot of plus-size model in states of undress — seemingly more scantily clad than the straight-size models in any typical issue of the magazine. However, The New York Times Magazine offers one possible answer to why these women are always shot naked, aside from shock value and bragging rights: There simply aren't very many great clothes made to fit them.
Friday, July 30, 2010
NY Times Article "Plus Size Wars"
Earlier this year, the editors of V, a magazine so recherché it can make Vogue seem like Redbook, published an issue featuring large models in expensive body-baring clothes. In one photograph, a woman in a strapless bathing suit, cut to reveal three rolls of flesh, grabs at her platform stilettos. In another, Tara Lynn, a size 16 model, is clad in nothing but a pair of Dior sandals.
Read more: http://www.nytimes.com/2010/08/01/magazine/01plussize-t.html?pagewanted=1&_r=2&hp
Sunday, June 27, 2010
Dance Your Ass OFF
I am normal not a big fan of weight loss shows, they tend to emphasize losing as much weight, as fast as possible versus simple healthy living. However I fell in love with DYAO partly because its original host was a curvy gal Marissa Jaret Winokur. Now into season two they have replaced her with Mel B of the Spice Girls,supposedly because of Marissa's weight. I am sorely disappointed, but I still enjoy the show because it shows plus size people dancing and being sensual. After watching one or two episodes of the second season I am not sure if I like it as much as the original. It is too polished and is missing that genuine feeling. Check it out and let me know what you think?
Marissa Jaret Winokur replace with thinner host.
A review of the original show.
DYAO on Hulu of you haven't seen it
Walmart get us thru Hot Summer Daze
This, cross the body bag comes in 4 colors my favorites being black and purple, is great for keeping your hands free. So you can carry your beach towel or farmer's market bags.
Bag $33
Cap sleeve dress $16
This dress could super cool or not at all depending on the martial. The website doesn't list it but the dress does look like stretch cotton jersey. Stretch cotton can be really clingy which can GOOD or Very Bad. You can return to the store so at $16 I would say it is worth the risk. If it is unflattering return it to the store near you no shipping back.
Saturday, June 26, 2010
From Target I give you the 80s RAWK
Black/Gray Jean $24.48
Over all I was able to find a cute outfit. However a lot of the clothes at Target run small so check your measurements. I also was originally looking for a cute dress and their dresses looked shapeless to me. I was disappointed in their selection, most of what I saw was unflattering (even on their models.) Though I have some super cute things that I picked up in the past. So they are not a total lost cause.
Monday, June 21, 2010
Spicey Summer Nights
At $120 it is a little high, but you do get two pieces.
This is so gorgeous, makes me think of an exotic princess and I bet you will feel like one too.
Warning: Pyramid Collection tends to back order shipments so order early and be prepared to wait.
This is so gorgeous, makes me think of an exotic princess and I bet you will feel like one too.
Warning: Pyramid Collection tends to back order shipments so order early and be prepared to wait.
Sunday, June 20, 2010
Sailor Jill
Skirt $49.95
So this blog isn't only lingerie >:) I have included a cute pin up outfit from Baby Girl Boutique.
WARNING: Though this site says it offers PLUS Sizes it looks like it only goes up to 2x and most likely the clothes run small. SO DOUBLE CHECK YOUR MEASUREMENTS!!!
Plus Size Models are a "Joke"
British designer Julian MacDonald a judge on Britain's Top Model states that Plus Size Models are a joke. See the other delightful things he has to say in this Daily Mail Article.
ABC and Fox Banned Plus Size Lingerie Commercial
Fox and ABC banned a Lane Bryant lingerie ad because it showed to much "skin"! This ad being very similar to Victoria's Secret style of commercial, who networks exec's don't seem to have a problem with. Is it a problem of too much "skin" or too much "flesh".
NY Post Article
Lane Bryant's repsponse
NY Post Article
Lane Bryant's repsponse
Washington Post Article
The Washington Post wrote this article FIVE years ago, about how hard it is to find fashionable plus size clothing, funny how so little has changed since then.
Lingerie for my next photo shoot...
Long Crinoline $28.99
Dangerous Curves
April Flores is a pioneer in a very controversial industry. She is the first plus size porn star. She has a multitude of artistic projects with partner Carlos Batts. Everyday she proves that big girls are sexy and sexual beings.
Check out this great interview of Carlos Batts by Toro Magazine.
Dirty Martini photographed by Karl Lagerfeld
The notorious "thin" obsessed head of Chanel, Karl Lagerfeld made a very surprising move a while back by photographing the voluptuous Dirty Martini, himself, for V Magazine. This is a perfect example of how the tide is turning. The "Kaiser" who has been a forerunner of fashion for the last several decades is using a full-figured model. However there are no plans at the moment to release a plus size clothing line.
Spanish Rose Skirt
This skirt on Sale for $30 (while supplies last.)
Winter Lights Clothing has lots of adorable handmade skirts and tops. At the moment I am particular drooling over this Spanish inspired piece. I have selected to showcase them first because I have personal experience with them that has been nothing but wonderful.
Winter Lights' sizes typically range from 14-24(US) but she takes commissions in all sizes.
Cyanide Obsession
I am starting this blog which I hope will turn into more of a home grown magazine, because I could not find what I was looking for. A place that discuses women's issues and plus size fashion. Sure there are a lot of women's blogs but I just couldn't find one that had all the elements I was looking for, so in my entrepreneurial spirit I decided to start my own.
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