We were a little apprehensive about showing a man on our Plus Size Women’s website, but from your responses it seems we should have done this sooner! I can’t even tell you how many calls, emails and facebook posts we’ve had in response to [...]]]> Okay girls. Can we just say: Yummy. Because you definitely have been!

We were a little apprehensive about showing a man on our Plus Size Women’s website, but from your responses it seems we should have done this sooner! I can’t even tell you how many calls, emails and facebook posts we’ve had in response to the handsome piece of eyecandy on our site from our latest shoot. One of our favorites was “Feel free to use him to accessorize any of your items!” and of course the obvious “Smoking hot!!”

You can catch him on our Deep U Plunge Bra, La Sirena Steel Boned Silk Corset & The Allegra Steel Boned Corset images… and more surprises coming soon!

After loving this shot for a moment, I realized something… Does it remind you of anything??

Check out our similar shot from ’09..

Every Thursday, my guilty pleasure arrives, People Magazine. I put my purse down as soon as I walk in the door, sit in my favorite chair by the window and open up the first [...]]]> It’s not what you are thinking.  Not that size  That is another subject for another time!

Every Thursday, my guilty pleasure arrives, People Magazine. I put my purse down as soon as I walk in the door, sit in my favorite chair by the window and open up the first page.  I go through the entire magazine, first scanning all of the pages and then going back to read everything carefully.

This week I read an article about Niecy Nash – recently famous for her role on Dancing With the Stars.  I like her – she is funny and really cute.  I don’t watch DWTS as much as I used to but I watched the first episode of the season.  When Niecy was introduced she spoke about how she didn’t want to lose weight or her curves.  Nice and all, but I thought it was a little strange because I was recently in an elevator with her (at the Beverly Center) and I thought to myself “boy she is really tiny, she looks a lot taller and bigger on TV!”.  I said “hi” and commented on how much I liked the dress she was wearing.  She was nice and said “why, thank you!” and we both got off of the elevator and walked to our cars.

In the People article she said that on DWTS she is “the big girl on the show” because she is – are you ready for this – a SIZE 8!  Hollywood just stop it. Jessica Simpson was wearing a size 6 when she was called “FAT”.  Size 6 is not fat; telling someone they are a size 6 – and fat – is a disaster and an eating disorder waiting to happen.

I wear a size 14 and you know what?  I am a girl that does everything she can to be her best everyday.  I am not plus, fat, curvy or thick, I am me.  I am not my size.

]]> http://www.curvyconfidential.com/2010/04/does-size-really-matter/feed/ 4 http://www.curvyconfidential.com/2010/03/fashion-file-bodystockings/ http://www.curvyconfidential.com/2010/03/fashion-file-bodystockings/#comments Tue, 30 Mar 2010 00:10:58 +0000 curvycat http://www.curvyconfidential.com/?p=1452 I had to share this gorgeous image I stumbled upon of Amanda Seyfried from the October 2009 issue of GQ Magazine.    She is uber sexy and totally sophisticated in a black lace bodystocking.

I believe that every girl should own a bodystocking.  Not only are they affordable, they are super hot [...]]]> I had to share this gorgeous image I stumbled upon of Amanda Seyfried from the October 2009 issue of GQ Magazine.    She is uber sexy and totally sophisticated in a black lace bodystocking.

I believe that every girl should own a bodystocking.  Not only are they affordable, they are super hot and hug your curves while hiding those bothersome areas you may not want exposed Shapewear for the bedroom? Who knew!

The other fabu thing about bodystockings?  They are totally versatile.  Layer one under your clothing – pair with a mini skirt or wear as a camisole under a blousy top.  The possibilities are endless!

To steal Amanda’s look, try a Rose Lace Bodystocking in black.

Courtesy of Esquire Magazine

I have not seen the film. To be honest it looks too heart wrenching. Emotionally I am not ready for it. [...]]]> Can you believe that two plus size women are nominated for Academy Awards? Mo’Nique for best supporting actress and Gabourey Sidibe for best actress for the film “Precious”.

I have not seen the film. To be honest it looks too heart wrenching. Emotionally I am not ready for it. Looks like a box of Kleenex type of film.

But I didn’t have to see the movie to admire Gabourey’s confidence. In every interview I’ve seen or read, she’s always going on about how she doesn’t let her weight get in the way. In the February issue of Harpers Bazzar, Gabourey says, ”People always ask me, ‘You have so much confidence. Where did that come from?’ It came from me. Once day I decided that I was beautiful, and so I carried out my life as if I was a beautiful girl. I wear colors that I really like, I wear make up that makes me feel pretty, and it really helps. It doesn’t have anything to do with how the world perceives you. What matters is what you see. Your body is your temple, it’s your home, and,” she chuckles, “you must decorate it.”

Its so inspiring to see that weight was not an issue when Gabourey was nominated for an Academy Award. That it wasn’t an issue when she was on the cover of V Magazine, or Ebony. Gabourey is on the cover because she is talented, smart and confident. She isn’t a poster girl for plus size women. She’s a poster girl for all women. Her achievements don’t stem from her appearance but because she is tremendously talented and that is inspiring. A plus size girl can make it despite her weight.

One day, at 21 years old she decided that she was beautiful and began to live her life as a beautiful girl. Her confidence and self-love amazes me. I think Oprah says it best,

It’s like she’s from another planet, because she’s so evolved, so confident, so secure about who she is.”

I wish all women could feel the kind of confidence that Gabourey speaks of. That they are beautiful regardless of their size. We are not numbers. We are beautiful human beings with emotions, brains and talent.

Thank you Gabourey. In my eyes you have already won.

“Mad Men” is one of my favorite shows on TV right now.   Office romance, politics and crazy drama. Dapper men in business suits smoking cigarettes and churning up creative ad campaigns.  Sexy 60′s fashion, amazing music and the best part – Christina Hendricks – Mad [...]]]>

New York Magazine - Spring Fashion Issue

“Mad Men” is one of my favorite shows on TV right now.   Office romance, politics and crazy drama. Dapper men in business suits smoking cigarettes and churning up creative ad campaigns.  Sexy 60′s fashion, amazing music and the best part – Christina Hendricks – Mad Men’s resident sexpot. Sleeping with the married boss, parading around the office in super-tight skirts, low cut blouses and 6 inch pumps.   The curvy office manager makes being bad seem oh -so good.

I was excited to see Christina on the cover of New York magazine’s February issue wearing a sexy bustier and cheeky boyshorts.  You can acheive the same look with a White Long Line, Low Back Bustier and a Lacy Boyshort Panty.   And don’t forget the 6 inch pumps

The other day I was thinking about a silly habit I have.  I buy something special to [...]]]> How is your year going?  Keeping your resolutions?  Sticking to your goals?  I know it’s not easy, time flies — family, friends, commitments, work.  It’s hard to remember to make every day a special occasion!

The other day I was thinking about a silly habit I have.  I buy something special to wear somewhere special and it just ends up sitting in my closet.   Here’s an idea!  Wear your clothes – all of them!  You know, the ones you purchased for a “special occasion” but haven’t worn yet.   I do it all of the time!  I struggle everyday with what to wear because I am always saving the good stuff for something “special”.  And I end up wearing the same old black t-shirt and jeans everyday.  Well no more! I am going to wear what I want to wear each and every day, for myself not for a special occasion.  It’s probably going to make it a whole lot easier to get dressed in the morning!