When It Was Fall

Hello readers im glad your here, Its good to be back blogging and im so excited to bring you some great content. I have been putting focus on my business Brit's Bowtique, feel free to check it out HERE. Im still working on a strategy on a more consistent plan to blog more , But I have been sitting on these pictures from a FALL look and wanted to finally post them finally.  

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Shirt: Rainbow Shops, Skirt: Rainbow Shops, Gold Choker: African Shop, Gold Bangles: Rainbow, Shoes: Target, Fur Clutch: Rainbow Shops

Also sharing a DIY kente print clutch bag, My plan is to perfect it to sell in my store. 

Thank you for reading..,,,See you again soon!

BIG GIRL FRIENDLY SUEDE PUMPS

Hey my fab readers I know I've been away for some time, But I plan to change that in 2017 and try my best to bring consistency and interesting reads starting with a reflection of 2016 for me and why I've been away, But for now I wanted to share I quick shoe find that stopped me in my tracks while out shopping. Seems like Suede everything has been trending this year especially Skirts, bags and shoes, Well today I came across the cutest "Big Girl Friendly " Suede pumps in .......KMART!!!! Would you believe that, Back in the days maybe about 3 or 4 years ago I use to love shopping for cute plus dresses and shoes there when JustMySize Brand where available in Kmart, But since they pulled out thier plus size clothing options are terrible so I haven't really been back until today to do some Christmas Shopping and that's when I saw them and knew I had to share for my ladies who aren't able to walk in 6in heels like myself, I have very small ankles and too much body to support on them lol. The price tag read $29.99 but Kmart has a sale buy 1 get 1 half off going on, I didn't purchase because I'm shopping with a budget this week and was able to say no...But I'll be back for them.

Memorial Day

Hello again readers, I hope you enjoyed your day off to acknowledge memorial day, I spent time with my family on this day, Ate good food and played Guitar hero lol (I was the singer), Just wanted to share what I wore really quick since I had someone around to take a few pictures which is not often. Until next post Follow me @Curvyfabnatural on Instagram and Facebook  

 

 

 Outfit details: My red skirt is from Wal-Mart for $14.99, Shirt from Charlotte Russe for $15.99 (Purchased on sale ), Flats are from Payless and I believed I paid no more then $20, Earrings from @RashidaGurl and last protective style is crochet Bamba faux locs (7 ½ packs)

Rue107 Wish List

Welcome Back! Plus Size Brittany is now Curvy fab Natural as you my see if you have been following, I have been away for awhile and will be updating soon on whats has been going on in my life, it's been crazy and amazing to say the least. 

To kick things off i will be sharing some favorites from my wish lists. First up is Rue 107 with a few of my favorite pieces from their collections, I love how this line show so much love to the curvy woman and that the price range isn't too bad, I'm a person who loves a sale and probably haven't paid more the $50.00 for an outfit, But i wouldn't mind going up a few extra bucks for something I really like and cant find everywhere and on everyone. Feel free to browse Rue107.com and tell me what you think. 

 

 Alia' Utilitarian Chic Full A-line Dress in Hunter Green

Do you own any pieces from Rue107.com ? Please share @curvyfabnatural by Hash tagging #Curvyfabnatural and dont forget to follow us.

                             Celine' Leggings                Heidi Midnight Black Perforated Neoprene Full Skirt

 

Robin Butter cream Cupcake Pencil Skirt

 

 Serengeti Dress

What's Next? Natural hair post and reviewing "Curl formers" Video plus Earring review. 

 
 

"GRISTLE" For Custom Plus

New Awesome plus size collection Alert!!!
Im excited about this new collection that launched today 5/8/14 @2pm because it's for all sizes even 4x, It's colorful and the pieces   The collection by @Bygrisel at www.Custom-plus.com is colorful and very trendy. One thing I love about good collection is that its affordable with nothing over $50.00 THATS IS AWESOME compared to other plus collections, Im glad I could participate and purchase the Grisel sexy yellow cut out skater dress, The description says its true to size so I went a size up just in case. I will be doing a review on my purchase as soon as it arrives.  DID YOU MAKE A PURCHASE FROM THE GRISEL COLLECTION?  WHAT DID YOU PURCHASE? 

"Self love and Cofidence" Pt 1

Hello loves and thanks for joining me today as I share the first post of what I hope to become an ongoing series here weekly or monthly  sharing testimonials of  the good, bad and the ugly that comes with confidence, self love, weight gain and  weight loss from women like me and you to help others with their struggles with these topics. Today I am sharing a story of someone I personally have known for some years now and have watched her on her weight loss journey and seeing how she is inspiring not only me but many locally and nation wide, I hope you enjoy her story and share your positive comments and encouraging words to her. Thanks

My name is Catrina and I have struggled with my weight all my life. At my heaviest, I weighed nearly half a ton, 955 pounds to be exact. Bed ridden and trapped in my home, I thought my life was over. I was unable to walk, couldn’t clean myself, and was a prisoner in my home. I was certain that I would never be able to drive, go to college, work, or even be able to go outside and breathe fresh air. I suffered from sleep apnea, cellulites, congestive heart failure, and was literally being killed by the fat that surrounded my short 5 feet 2 inch frame. When I thought things could not get any worse, my life took a significant turn on one hot summer day when I had trouble breathing and was forced to leave my home. My mother called 911 as I lay in bed struggling to breathe, wondering if this was the end. I was afraid but silently hoping that my suffering might be coming to an end. The rescue crew arrived and was immediately faced with a dilemma; my half-ton body was unable to fit through the door.

The rescuers demolished the wall of my bedroom in a critical attempt to get me out of the house and then discovered that I was unable to fit inside the ambulance. As my condition continued to deteriorate, the rescuers had to act promptly to get me to the hospital and my only method of transportation was a tow truck. Yes a tow truck! I was hauled away as if I was some sort of broken down vehicle. Embarrassed, afraid, and extremely disheartened, I vowed that if I was able to make it through this experience my life would never be the same, and boy was I right! The horrific experience of having rescue workers tear down the wall in my home was not only significant because the workers were there to save my life, it was symbolic of me breaking away from my past. The demolition of that wall was the beginning of me breaking away from being a prisoner in my own home, me breaking away from obesity related medical conditions, breaking away from immobility, and breaking away from the death grip that the fat had held on my life for so many years. After leaving the hospital I was admitted to a weight loss facility, underwent weight loss surgery, improved my diet and began to exercise regularly.

Since that time, I have lost over 500 pounds. After my weight loss, I was able to attend college, I work, have regained my ability to walk, and I am able to independently support and take care of myself. I have made significant progress toward my weight loss goal and improved my health, but yet find myself faced with another obstacle. After losing over 500 pounds I have been able to improve my mobility significantly, however, I am extremely limited by the extra skin that enclosed 955 pounds of fat. My walking, bending, standing, and sedentary movement is compromised by the extra skin hanging from my body. The extra skin that is restricting my mobility is also restricting my ability to continue reaching my weight loss goal. I am unable maximize workouts and must limit my movement and mobility. I have received approval from my physician to have the skin removed, but need help obtaining the funds required to undergo the surgical procedure. The cost of the procedure and associated fees is $10,000. Although that amount is not a lot of money, it is more than I can afford to pay. I have overcome heart failure, sleep apnea, and weighing nearly half a ton, there is no way a measly $10,000 is going to prevent me from obtaining my goal.

 If you will like to help Catrina CLICK HERE Although I may stumble, struggle, and even fall, I REFUSE TO LOSE. And with your help, I won’t. A wise man I know always says, “You will win if you don’t quit.” I can’t give up and I won’t quit! No amount is too small and any donation helps. If you are you able to help please…..



Do you have your own story to share? Email me at BritBrat813@gmail.com

Out with the old and In with the new

     

Hello to my "Curvy Fab Natural" readers today is a post that should have been my very first post with starting over and changing the name of the blog, But the way my work schedule is set up I barely have time to update at all the last few months, But I plan to rededicate myself to my blog and bring exciting and new things to "CurvyFabNatural" starting with a giveaway so stay tuned for details.

                           No more PlusSizeBrittany blog

Why the name change? Well even though I still go by Plussizebrittany on Instagram and facebook I no longer feel that the name fully represent me and what I want share. With the name "Plussizebrittany" you pretty much only get one idea from it which is "Plus size" and of course my name. I'm so much more then being plus sized in fact confident with my size and love to express that with my fashion, I love my natural hair and want to share my journey and also excited to follow others on there here on CurvyFabNatural.Blogspot.com.

What's Next? Their is so much I want to do I don't know where to start and there are a few surprises I'm to finalized before sharing, But what i will mention is there will be a giveaway very soon and also a closet sale. I'm currently waiting for my new logo to be finished which I'm very excited about and can't wait to share. Last but not least I will be doing a 3 part post en tittled "Curvy Fab Natural" bringing you my experiences of self confidence, If you will like to share your story of self confidence please email me as soon as possible at BritBrat813@gmail.com.

Until next post stay Curvy fab and Natural :)

Outfit Of The Day

Today's outfit of the day is a featuring Torrid (Top) and Curvy Phenoms Boutique (Bottom) , This look is very simple but still wearable for different occasions, from work to a dinner date  on any day of the week. I have been updating my closet with staple pieces such as a stylist black top to pair with any look and a blue skirt, For some reason I have been wanting a blue and hot pink pencil skirt really bad  and I'm still searching for my pink.
The black sheer top was purchased during Torrid's 1/2 off sale and I was able to snag this top and a pair of shoes for under $17.00. I was very pleased with my purchase because I rarely shop Torrid because I'm a bit cheap and about time I'm finished added up the cost for one item plus shipping I have already exited off the website and decided to wait for a sale that I'm sure I'm going to miss, But thank goodness for Instagram and my followers and those I'm following alerting me about the sale at that time. My blue fitted pencil skirt is from a new curvy Boutique I recently blogged about  Click here to read called Curvy Phenoms Boutique, I was very excited to receive this skirt and the beautiful packaging that it came in made the experience even better. This skirt hugs my curves just right , you cant help but feel sexy when wearing it.  I have other plan for both this skirt and top but wanted introduce the two first. Thank for stopping by to view my outfit of the day, Until next post have blessed day and stay curvy, fab & natural.

Go crazy for the camera!!!!

Curvy Phenoms Boutique

Here at "Curvy Fab Natural" we love to introduce new plus fashion boutiques and designer, Here is a local designer from my home town Tampa, Fl that I recently meet and am excited about the plus fashions available to shop at her boutique. Bessie recently launch her online store just this January and is ready to put her name and "Curvy Phenoms"  out so that every curvy fab women can shop reasonable prices for the latest trends in fashion. I will be also doing a personal review later this week so stay tuned to see me rocking "Curvy Phenoms"

 

Psb: What type of fashion can we look for from your business?
Bessie:Affordable trendy, sassy and classy plus size clothing & accessories.

Psb: How long have you worked in the Fashion industry?
Bessie:I have never worked in the fashion industry professionally but I am a self proclaimed Fashionista and shopaholic.  I get excited about fashion, especially when I find a good deal.

 Psb: What are some of your business goals?
Bessie: My goal is to continue to provide an affordable clothing and accessory retail outlet for Plus Size Women and to eventually add shoes to our Boutique.

Psb:What does fashion mean to you?

Bessie:Fashion is a means of self expression, style and really tells a story about an individual.

Psb: Who is your favorite designer to wear?

Bessie:To be honest, I'm not loyal to one designer/brand. I wear what I like. I may find a fabulous piece at Kmart please believe I am going to rock it like no other. Anything paired properly with the right accessories will make you look like a million bucks.

 Psb:Where can readers find out more about "curvyphenomsboutique"?

Bessie:Visit our website www.shopcurvyphenoms.com. Follow us on Facebook at Curvy Phenoms Boutique, Twitter @curvyphenoms and Instagram @curvyphenoms.

 Psb:What advise do have for anyone that's just starting in the fashion industry?

Bessie: Follow your dreams, stay passionate and be prepared to work hard. Success is not just given, its earned.

Psb:Here on my blog I always ask guest what is their favorite motivational quote, Do you have one?

Bessie:Its "She turned her cant's into cans & her dreams into plans" by anonymous.

Curvy Phenoms so kindly gifted me this promo t-shirt that fit great, Visit www.shopcurvyphenoms.com for yours.

                               Here's a little of what you can expect from "Curvy Phenoms"