Good Thoughts will Shine.

 An amazing quote from Ronald Dahl.

Vera Wang.

"A woman is never sexier than when she is comfortable in her clothes." - Vera Wang

There's No Reason to Hate 'Skinny".

So before I go on my holiday vacation I thought I'd share this really good article by the amazing Fuller Figure Fuller Bust on why just because you yourself are curvy and proud or you just happen to like women with curves. Doesn't mean you can go about saying negative things about women who don't happen to have curvy builds.

It's a really interesting article in a quick read and it makes some great points.

Click here to read it.

Curves Wanted In Britain.

A study shows that women in the UK actually desire more curvy physiques. I'm curious to see if women in the US feel the same way.

You can read more of the study by clicking here.

Getting Your Bra Fitted.

In you're unsure of your bra size, a fitting will make you look and feel a million times better! Lingerieblog gives us a few reasons why to get properly fitted.

Strong Words.

Individual health is not a body size, is not completely within our control, is not a barometer of worthiness, is not up for public discussion, and can be a moving target. It does a disservice to fat people by giving them the idea that the only way to be healthy is to become thin, and does a disservice to thin people by giving them the idea that they are healthy simply because of their weight, neither of which is true based on the evidence. The theme here should be pretty clear – you can’t make assumptions about people based on their size. The only thing that someone can tell from someone’s body size is what size they are, and what their prejudices and preconceived notions about people that size are.

- Ragen Chastain

We All Have Curves, So Celebrate Them!

All women have curves, and that's a great thing to celebrate! Jezebel talks about it in depth.

Tackling the Relationship you Have with your Body

Many of us struggle with a love-hate relationship with our body. How can we get rid of the hate and just love it for what it is? The Conscious Life has a few ideas.

The Plus Size Fashion World Grabs Another.

Another designer, Becca Etc has joined the ranks of designing clothes for those of us who are in the plus size range.

To read more and catch more of the Becca Etc lineup visit The Curvy Fashionista

The Faces of Plus Size Fashion

The world of fashion is constantly on the move, this time it's moving in the right direction. More and more designers are making clothes for plus size. And more design houses are seeing that modeles don't have to be under a size 6 to be considered beautiful.

Check out this incredible list of plus size models by Refinery29

Another Great Quote.

You can find more quotes at Glamour.

Check to See If You're Wearing the Wrong Bra

Esty Lingerie

 Take a look at this quick chart on finding out if you're wearing the right bra or not. 

Breath Taking Beauty

Beauty doesn't have to be in one size, and that one size doesn't have to be under a size 6. To prove this point check out an article/ list made on Oddee showing off ten beautiful women all over size 12.

To see the list, click here.

Tips on Buying Lingerie for someone.

The Holidays are coming up really quick as tomorrow marks the first day of December.  So if you're thinking about buying some lingerie for that special someone you may want to brush up on a few tips from The Lingerie Addict.

The Right Undergarment..

 Can either make or break the outfit no matter what your body type is.

Check out what Pinup Girl Style says about finding the right shapewear for you.

Cyber Monday Sale at American Shapewear

Today is the last day you can claim 10% off your entire order. 

Made in One Size, Beautiful.

I love this drawing, and I love the message that was written behind it. Size does not mean beauty as I've said time in time again. But Elaina Soto of Pin Up Girl  Style wrote a powerful article to back it up.

To read it, click here.

The Truth About Barbie.

Barbie's actual dimensions: 5’9” tall,39” bust,18” waist, 33” hips and a size 3 shoe. Barbie likes her weight at 110 lbs. At 5’9”, weighing 110 lbs, Barbie would have a BMI of 16.24 and fit the weight criteria for anorexia. If Barbie were real, she’d have to walk on all fours due to her proportions. See girls, you don't want to be like Barbie. Be Healthy, not Hungry.

The Popular Curve

This is pretty cool, an article posted on Gawker talks about the performances from last nights American Music awards and noticed that several big hitting pop stars are rocking body types that aren't what is traditionally viewed as beautiful.

You can check out the full article, by
clicking here.

Your ECard!

 Just remember to trust yourself when it comes to certain things in life. You usually know what's best for you.

Get Comfort without Sweats

There was an old saying I heard my folks tell one another at parties. Something along the lines of you sacrifice comofrt for fashion. Well now you don't have to sacrifice comfort for fashion anymore.

Kathryn Finney-The Budget Fashionista has some tips to help you look stunning as always and be confortable in the clothes you wear.

Click here to learn more.

Beautiful Forever

Love this!

Make your Own Leggings.

You can learn how to make your very own pair of perfectly fitting leggings with this tutorial. Never worry about hunting through a store again to try and find that perfect fit.

The Look of Beauty

 

Oddee.com compiled a list of just scratching the surface of a group of models. Each of these 10 models wear a size larger than 12 and they are stunningly beautiful.

You can see the list by clicking here.

Fashion Designers Talk Plus Size Fashion.

I really like the way these designers think. It's nice to see the industry changing.

Women in the Early 20th Century.

It's voting day and so I thought I'd share this with you. Women fought tooth and nail in the early 20th century to give you your right to vote. So go out there today and take advantage of it!

If you're wondering where I got this from, Brian Pickings has collected anti-suffragatte postcards to show you just how difficult it was for women back then.

Audrey Hepburn.

This just makes her much more amazing in my book.

An Ode to Plus Size Women

This was too good not to share, happy Friday everyone!

Change Up your Hair this November

Looking to change up your hairstyle this November? Take a look at these 27 different hairstyles to pick from, I personally dig the Pixie cut.
You can check out the full list by visiting: Glamour

There's Nothing Wrong with Your Body.

There's a lot wrong with today's views on body image. We're told to look skinny, because that's beautiful. But beauty is not limited to being skinny. It can be curvy, tall, short. Don't let someone's idea of beauty be the limit.

Beauty is Found in the Curve

Ways to Love Your Body.

Have you been less than kind to your body?  That needs to change, and here's 10 ways to help you love your body from 2dayswoman.com

One Woman's Stand on Body Image.

This is a photo of Stella Boonshoft a New York student who set off a rather large debate over a photo she posted on her blog: Body Love .She took courage to post a picture of herself in a bikini and stated the following:

"WARNING: Picture might be considered obscene because subject is not thin. And we all know that only skinny people can show their stomachs and celebrate themselves.

Well I’m not going to stand for that. This is my body. Not yours. MINE. Meaning the choices I make about it, are none of your f****** business. Meaning my size, IS NONE OF YOUR F****** BUSINESS.

If my big belly and fat arms and stretch marks and thick thighs offend you, then that’s okay. I’m not going to hide my body and my being to benefit your delicate sensitivities.

This picture is for the strange man at my nanny’s church who told me my belly was too big when I was five.

This picture is for my horseback riding trainer telling me I was too fat when I was nine.

This picture is for the girl from summer camp who told me I’d be really pretty if I just lost a few pounds.

This picture is for all the f****** stupid advertising agents who are selling us cream to get rid of our stretch marks, a perfectly normal thing most people have (I got mine during puberty).

This picture is for the boy at the party who told me I looked like a beached whale.

This picture is for Emily from middle school, who bullied me incessantly, made mocking videos about me, sent me nasty emails, and called me “lard”. She made me feel like I didn’t deserve to exist. Just because I happened to be bigger than her. I was 12. And she continued to bully me via social media into high school.

MOST OF ALL, this picture is for me. For the girl who hated her body so much she took extreme measures to try to change it. Who cried for hours over the fact she would never be thin. Who was teased and tormented and hurt just for being who she was.

I’m so over that.

THIS IS MY BODY, DEAL WITH IT."

 

 

This was the origional photo she posted that went along with this text.

 

 

 

A Comparison.

Jezebel has compared several photos of Victoria Secret models. Taking the origionals and putting them up to the final photoshopped version.

To see them all, click here.

A Beautiful Campaign to End Negative Body Image

 There's a video out there by a group called, The Body Image Project. It' in effort to stop negative body image that's been brought upon by media standards that are un realistic.

You can see this amazing video by clicking here.

Science Tells Us Chocolate Makes Us Smart!

 In a new study published by the New England Journal of Medicine headlines that countries whose populus consumes more chocolate has more Noble Prize winners.

You can read more by going to Shape.com

Lace is In

Americanshapewear is having a sale. Get 10% off your next order through October 23 by using the code: Lace.

Do Everything In Life You Want With Passion.

Do Small Things with Great Love- Mother Teresa

True Words

This doesn't just apply to someone you marry, it applies to people you bring into your life at all stages.

When you Don't Dress Like Everyone Else..

 I simply love this message about standing out and being your own person.

Kat Dennings

A funny opinion from Kat Dennings.

Against Body Snark.

Body Snark has got to stop. I'm in agreeement with The Lingerie Addict. It's an ugly thing people do.

October is National Breast Cancer Awareness Month

The month of October is National Breast Cancer Awareness Month. Please if you haven't done it yet, visit a doctor to get examined.

from The Lingerie Journal.

A Strong Message to your Children.

via bodyheart.com 

Want to Buy Vintage? Know your Size First.

If you're thinking about buying some vintage paterns online in order to make your own clothing. You should be aware that sizes from the 40's,50's, and 60's were different then they are today. A size 14 was a bust measurement of 32 inches. Making it a size 4 by today's standards.

If you're intrested in learning more, click here.

Plus Size Strength

The newest issue of Plus Model Magazine serves as an inspiration for plus size women everywhere to truly love their bodies. "The words in this issue speak of body wellness- a topic we no embrace in fatshion. It's important to love all of our curves. The rolls, the giggles-everything!"-GorgeousInGrey.com

Christina Aguilera Tells Lotus 'I'm a Fat Girl, Deal With It'

Christina Aguilera was forced to meet a "toothpick-thin" image of beauty, time and time again. She's not standing for it anymore. Chirstina reclaimed her body when she told Lotus "you are working with a fat girl. Know it now and get over it."

Last Chance to Take Advantage!

Never Let Anyone Stand in the Way of your Dreams.

How to Find Amazing Jeans for your Bodyshape

Beauty isn't Something you Can on a Scale.

Found on: Bridgette Raes

Robyn Lawley

Robyn Lawley the gorgeous plus-size model. Has been hired by Ralph Lauren to be the face of their new campaign. 

To read more about how cool this is, click here.

Some Lingerie Advice

If you're looking for some great solid advice on lingerie of all kinds as well as how to prevent chafing. Check out The Style Supreme's video

Female Tennis Player Blocked from Playing in The US Open

The Number 1 Junior Womens Tennis Player in world, Taylor Townsend was blocked from playing in The US Open. The reason? Well because the people at The US Open want her to be in better shape. Though to me she seems to be pretty well off if she's Number 1 in her group.

You can read more by clicking here .