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Curvy News Update

March 19, 2015

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Things are changing so drastically for the plus size world. The ‘Curvy News Update‘ is a post to document, overview, and give a heads up on what is going on in the news for the curvy lady (or “person”).

 

 

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1. “Sports Authority adds plus-size women’s activewear”

 

It’s always hard for a plus size women to find cute, comfortable, and wearable work out clothing. More and more, you see more offerings in this department for the plus size women. Sports Authority is taking a cue from this market demand and are now offering their own line of plus size active wear.

 

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2. “Charlotte Russe Releases Plus Size Line…”

Another popular trendy fashion cheap store is adding plus size to their line up — Charlotte Russe! I only wish stores like Charlotte Russe had offered plus size back when I was in high school!

 

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3. “Plus-size models sell more bras”

 

Intimate apparel company, Adore Me, has done a lot of research on what model types and photograph style sells the most intimate apparel. Their research shows that plus size models tend to sell more lingerie — this is in addition to brunette women as well.

 

 

 

 

 

4. “‘Star Trek’ Leonard Nimoy, Champion Of Plus-Size Women: ‘The Full Body Project’ Photo Book Celebrated All Body Types”

 

Most people know Leonard Nimoy for playing ‘Spock’ on the original Star Trek TV series. Something that most of us didn’t know is that he worked on a photography project featuring plus size women. “The Full Body Project” was made as a political statement about how women’s bodies are viewed.

 

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5. “As teen clothing chains angst over future, rue21 chases plus-size opportunity”

 

Rue 21, a low priced fast fashion teen clothing store, was bought out in 2013. Since then the new owners have added a plus size line called “Rue+.” Rue 21 and Charlotte Russe adding plus size options are proving that there really is a big need for plus size fashion options.

 

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Curvy News Update: 01/16/15

January 16, 2015

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Things are changing so drastically for the plus size world. The ‘Curvy News Update‘ is a post to document, overview, and give a heads up on what is going on in the news for the curvy lady (or “person”).

 

 

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1.  “The plus-size problem with the Target-Lilly Pulitzer collaboration

Many of you have heard of the drama going on with Target in regards to their plus size offerings (or lack there of) and their faux-pas in the past (the ‘manatee grey’ debacle to name one). In response, Target tried to do something good — they are offering their newest designer collaboration (Lilly Pulitzer) in plus size, but they still struck a nerve by only offering these sizes online. This has caused a new uproar, and some feel that Target keeps putting their foot in it when it comes to the Plus Size community, while others feel this is an opportunity to let Target gauge how successful this venture is and if it will be worth it for them to put more plus size in store.

 

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2.  “Why are there no plus-size male models?

Plus size news and fashion are booming right now. Things are changing for women like crazy — but what about our male counter parts? Have you ever thought about the fact that you never see a plus size male model? Why is there a double standard of sorts?

 

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3.  “One Model Tried On 10 Different Pairs Of Size 16 Jeans…

In this article, the blogger Marie Southard Ospina, tried on ten different brands of size 16 jeans. The pictures alone show exactly what each and everyone of use goes through when looking for that ‘perfect’ pair of jeans (no matter what size you are). Every brand has their own standard of what a certain size is — and there is no consistency.

 

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4.  “Beauty Beyond Size

Plus size model, Ashley Graham discusses body image — where she comes from, what she’s fighting for, and what the plus size world is like.

 

“We need ROLE models for young girls who say, ‘EMBRACE your curves. Who cares that your body isn’t PERFECT?’”

 

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5.  “Plus-Size Blogger GabiFresh Launches New Swimwear Collection…

Gabbi Gregg from GabiFresh has launched her second plus size swimwear collection with Swimsuits For All – Swim Sexy, and it is pretty great! The collection has a retro sexy feel and are offered in sizes 12-24.

 

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