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)

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"

Let the church say "Leopard"

It's a good day here at "Plus Size Brittany's Blog" today, Why? Because this is my first post with my new professional Canon Rebel XI camera, I'm so glad I can finally give you all quality pictures. Today's OOTD    (SUNDAY) post is for my leopard lovers such as myself, Its so bad that my friends have to remind me that I already have too much leopard when out shopping and I spot something leopard. In my closet I have a leopard dress, 2 shirts, pencil skirt, blazer, belt and 2 pairs of leopard shoes, I don't think that is too much do you?

Shopping with Brittany: Here on this blog it's all about shopping on a budget and mine is under $25.00


 

 
 
Blazer: $10.00 From Rainbow Fashions
Belt: Ross $5.00
Dress: $7.00 On sale
Gold Chain: $7.99 Flea Market
Gold Studs: $1.99 Thrift Store
Leopard Pumps: Less then $20.00 From Kmart

 

Lets Talk Natural Hair

 

Today I'm wearing a simple not so defined picked out  braid out with about 6 braids on the side.

Products I used was water and  Cantu leave in conditioner.

 

 

 

Until next post :)

MEET THE SPOTLIGHT "AaNala"

What inspired you to pursue plus size modeling?
I was always classed as a “pretty face” and told that I would look “so much better” if I lost weight. I have a medical condition and not many people know that, but folks are always quick to judge.  I have struggled with my self image since childhood and being East Indian and looking completely different to other women of my race was very tough growing up and still is to this day. I came across some very confident plus sized women and wanted so much to be like them.  These women inspired me…and in turn when I started doing photo shoots and fashion shows, I was inspiring others!  I no longer wanted to hide and be ashamed…I wanted to be proud just like them. 

How many years of experience do you have modeling?
I only have about 2.5 years of experience.  Because of my height I am very restricted, however I continue to do test shoots and network when I can as the Petite Plus market is still very new and has a way to go.  I’m hoping it flourishes one day just like the Plus market has over the last few years.

 What are your goals as a plus model?
I want to continue testing my limits in front of the camera and eventually be able to model clothing or jewelry for up and coming designers for in-store advertising, catalogs or on their websites.   All I need is a designer or a store to give this Petite Plus girl a chance ;-)
  
Who /What is your inspiration?
I have many inspirations. There are women in the mainstream who I see on TV or online modeling for stores where I shop, to plus size designers, to the women I have met in person and had the privilege of working alongside.

 Who are your favorite Plus size designers/Retailers?
I am not a big spender when it comes to clothes so I go for affordable retailers.  I like to shop at Ashley Stewart, Fashion to Figure, and once in a while I’ll find something great in the clearance racks at Torrid.  I do love the items higher end plus designers put out also but I just can’t see myself spending that kind of money unless it’s an “I HAVE to have it” item!


 What is your favorite fashion Trend this year? (Optional)
I love High-Low skirts and dresses as well as the Peplum tops that I am seeing more and more in the stores.  They are flattering and look good on almost anyone.
 Favorite quote of all time
“You must be the change you wish to see in the world” – Mahatma Gandhi 

Do you have any upcoming events we should look out for?
Not yet, but I’m hopeful that something will come up J
 How can we contact you? facebook, website..etc
You can find me on Facebook; the link to my page is www.facebook.com/aanalapatel and the link to my fan page is www.facebook.com/plussizemodelaanalathickmodels. 
 
You can see my portfolio on Model Mayhem at www.modelmayhem.com/aanalap
 

Finally, you can also see my portfolio on www.plussizemodelsforhirethickmodels.com

Spot Light Model " AaNala"

 

Spot Light Model of the month "AaNala"

 

Ever since I was a kid, I was self conscious about my body. I was always told that I had a pretty face, but needed to lose weight in order to actually be noticed! My first photo shoot was simply for fun and for a boost of self confidence with a group of ladies in the California Bay Area. Not until my third photo shoot, did I feel comfortable in front of a camera and realized that I love being there. I love posing, I love feeling beautiful and confident in my clothes and skin, but most of all I love that I am reaching out to other women who once felt the same way as I did and helping them also come to the realization that every person is beautiful in their own individual and unique way and we should embrace and love ourselves for who we are. I am thankful to the many women out there who unknowingly helped me get to this level of confidence by loving themselves no matter what. It is more important to be healthy internally than to be obsessed with losing weight. I just want to do my part, along with all the other beautiful Plus role models out there, to help less confident women feel better about themselves.

 

Stay tuned for the "Meet the spot light" post later this month to learn more about AaNala

 

 

 

 

Thanks for browsing by, Stay fabulous, Stay fierce!

 

Custom Denim Jeans at Black Diamonds Boutique

Welcome back hope everyone had a great fathers day this past weekend,  My weekend was awesome because it was also my birthday June 14th and the party officially started Friday night and didn't end till Sunday, I will be posting my outfit details from that night later this week,  But I wanted to first share these awesome denim jeans that I picked up this weekend from a New plus size boutique I discovered while browsing in my local flea market.  BLACK DIAMOND BOUTIQUE not only carriers the latest trends, But will soon carry custom jeans, No two pairs are the same.  The pair I'm wearing in the photos are a demo pair that I just had to have because I loved the fit of them and everyone knows had hard it is to find a good pair of jeans and plus they were only $40 bucks.   If your local in Tampa,  Fl please go visit Black Diamonds boutique located 11309 N NEBRASKA AVE GATE 3 BOOTH D-39TAMPA, FL 33614 And tell her Brittany sent you ♡

BIO: Black Diamonds Boutique Is A Plus Size Clothing Store Located In Tampa Florida That Offers The Hottest On Trend Styles At An Affordable Price. All Of The Clothes Are Made With Quality Material, But With Prices That The Average Woman Can Afford.

ANOTHER LOOK FROM  BLACK DIAMONDS BOUTIQUE "SEXY RED"

 

 

MEET THE SPOTLIGHT "Tiqua Dchae"

 

PSB: What inspired you to pursue plus size modeling?

Tiqua Dchae: Being plus size all my life I wanted to show other females that their is no limits with being beautiful , full figure and loving fashion .

PSB: How many years of experience do you have modeling?

Tiqua Dchae:  I'm a newbie in the game lol only a year

PSB: What are your goals as a plus model?

Tiqua Dchae: My goal is to simply inspire women , full figure women that's not as confident

PSB: Who /What is your inspiration?

Tiqua Dchae: Mia Amber Davis *R.I.P* was my biggest inspiration .. I use to say to myself if she can do it I can too : )

PSB: Who are your favorite Plus size designers/Retailers?

Tiqua Dchae:  Fashion to Figure , Asos , Ashley Stewart just to name a few , but there are alot of boutiques and designers now catering to us that I like as well

PSB: Favorite quote of all time

Tiqua Dchae:  Fav Quote : Live life to the fullest

PSB: Do you have any upcoming events we should look out for?

Tiqua Dchae: As of now I will be a Spokesmodel for Curves Rock Fashion Weekend held in Baltimore Md in July , and currently waiting to hear back from other events as well

PSB:How can we contact you?

Tiqua Dchae: I can be reached on FB : Tiqua Dchae

IG : tiqua_dchae

Website in the making www.tiquadchae.com which will include pics , info about me , tips on plus fashion and shopping personal closet

Swim Wear Confidence PT1

Hello and happy Friday readers, This post is kind of a big deal to me because as you can see I'm wearing a swim suit with no wrap or shorts, even pants Yes I have worn pants to the pool because I was just that self conscious about my body with exposing too much. Honestly all my life when it came to swim wear I never felt comfortable, But times have changed and there is a movement happening right now in the plus size community. Plus size women are making a lot of noise and is being recognized, breaking boundaries and letting the world know that we can be sexy and fashionable. I'm ready to join the movement so I starting in this dressing room at walmart this week, Me and a few friends will be taking a trip to Miami in July and of course will want to visit south beach so I needed something that I would be comfortable in, I feel in love with this pin up style swimsuit for $30.00, I have plans to dress it up with red and really bring the pinup out so be on the look out for the updated photos in July. I also wanted to put the spotlight on some of my followers showing off their swimsuit confidence, Check them out and show them much LOVE!!! Thank you ladies :)

                   CONFIDENCE IS KEY " SHOW OFF"

 LENA

 

Keisa Talley, Owner Lyfestylz Plus www.lyfestylzplus.com

Hey Im Gamberdecia I'm 19 and I'm submitting this picture because I'm happy to have a smile on my face while having a swimsuit on , I love the skin I'm in !!!

SPOTLIGHT "Pandora Lynn" CHATS WITH PSB

PSB:What inspired you to pursue plus size modeling?

Pandora Lynn:I think just the appreciation people started showing me when I started to appreciate myself was what led me to pursue modeling. I was approached about it on several occassions before I started working as a model. After my first show, I could not deny that there is something people see in me, and I dont want to hide that. Its confidence, love, faith, and hope that comes from my soul that really makes a difference when living in this world, and people can see that.
 

PSB:how many years of experience do you have modeling?

Pandora Lynn:I have modeled for just about two years now.

PSB:What are your goals as a plus model?

Pandora Lynn:I want to continue to do runway, and hopefully get into commercial, and more print modelling. I would like to be more in the entertainment business as an actress, as well as the music industry. More than anything I just want to keep inspiring women of any size to be happy with who they are; because beauty opens doors, but only virtue can enter. I feel like I represent that in any picture, or show that I do.

PSB:Who /What is your inspiration?

Pandora Lynn:My mother is my inspiration. She taught me the value of a human being. She taught me that no matter if you agree with what they do or who they are, they are still here, and everyone has a heart. So, you love them in the midst of anything. You dont have to put yourself around them, or be hurt by them. But, you never turn someone away who needs love, even if it means just giving a friendly smile. I think that plays a big part in being successful as a Plus Size Model. I run into so many walks of life each and every day. It is about standing strong in who I am, and who I want to be. Whether its in front of the camera, down the runway, or just embracing people at an event; it is something I have to value in myself, because that is the only way anyone else will value me too.

PSB:Who are your favorite Plus size designers/Retailers?

Pandora Lynn:I am a fan of the boutique "The Ultimate Dressing Room" in Houston, Texas and "N-V-US Fashions" in San Antonio, Texas. I like to shop at DOTS, Lane Bryant, Rainbows, and Ashley Stewart. I just started working with "Lady L Designs" as one of her first plus size models for her plus size line she added to her petite line. She is a wonderful designer and I am so excited to travel down that road with her.

PSB:What is your favorite fashion Trend this year? (Optional)

Pandora Lynn:The trend for me right now is short skirts, fitted tops, and a trucker hat (worn backwards or frontwards).

PSB:Favorite quote of all time

Pandora Lynn:"Sometimes this world will turn your life upside down, so you can start living right side up."

PSB:Do you have any upcoming events we should look out for?

Pandora Lynn:My first photoshoot with Lady L Designs is coming up this week, so pictures will be posted on facebook soon. Also, I will be modelling for Clear Hair Products at a hair show in Rosenberg, Texas. I am hoping this summer fills up with more events to come.

PSB:How can we contact you? facebook, website..etc

Pandora Lynn: www.facebook.com/artsofutopia

www.facebook.com/pandora.lynn.1004

http://www.modelmayhem.com/2386151

http://www.thickmodelsforhire.com/

MEET THE SPOTLIGHT "Pandora Lynn"

I am an up and coming plus size model from Houston, Texas.   My favorite quote is, “Beauty opens doors, but only virtue can enter.”
 I have always been interested in fashion and beauty since I was younger.  However, I grew up in a very small town of Louise, Texas where being full figured was not really seen as being beautiful.  I was told for so long, “Oh, you have a pretty face.”  It wasn’t enough for me.  I wanted people to see what I felt on the inside; which was a confident, beautiful, curvaceous young woman.
I have been in the business going on two years now. I have walked in 8 fashion shows, including designers such as; "Dress Barn", "N-V-US Fashions", "The Ultimate Dressing Room", "Ashanti Nikki Fox", "AVENUE", and "Curvy Collection." I have been featured in 5 magazines, icluding; "BBW Magazine", "Plus Size P.O.W.E.R. Magazine", "SCREAM Magazine", and "D Magazine." I was on the cover of "Large in Charge's" Anniversary Issue. I was in a music video with Zaena Morisho. I have also been created into a comic book character by Red Skye Comics; "Lydia St. Claire, The Vampire Slayer." I have been a hair model for Farooq CHI and SHINE Hair Salon in the height, Houston, Texas. I was the 2nd runner up for Miss Plus America 2011 and  I won PSP's 2011 biker babe photo competition.
 
I recently started my own business called, Arts of Utopia.  It is a business that offers Photography, Makeup, Facepainting, and many types of art that is imagined by you and created by me. Arts of Utopia is made to be exactly as it's name provides: "A form of art created by your own perfect thought of how it should be."

 
I really do look forward to making any and every customer's dream a reality. I am just very intrigued about "ART" in itself; any form of it, from modelling, photography, makeup, facepainting, to a mural on the wall. Everything tells a story and in that moment as an artist, I become part of someone's story; part of their life. And it is another world that can be enjoyed in so many ways because its a perfect world to someone. I could not have made a better choice by choosing to create "Arts of Utopia." I have so much support and love from the people around me that I feel like I cannot fail. Its a journey I am willing to risk, and sacrifice for because doing this is my "Utopia." It is my perfect world!
 
I love when I walk into a room, and people actually notice my curves. They look at me and love me because they see a beautiful woman who loves herself.I think that my best curve is my smile. I believe a smile can make someone's day, and has the ability to change someone's life.

www.facebook.com/artsofutopia
www.facebook.com/pandora.lynn.1004

A note from Plus Size Brittany: Stay tuned this month for "A chat with Brittany" featuring our very on spotlight