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ACCESSORIES:
We Love Colors: www.welovecolors.com/Shop/PlusSizedHosiery
Tattoo Socks: www.etsy.com/shop/post?section_id=6505133&page=1
Bleu Dame: www.bleudame.com/
Accessorize: www.accessorize-usa.com/
Eleventh Gorgeous: www.eleventhgorgeous.com/
Affordable Scarves: www.affordablescarves.com
Sense of Fashion: www.senseofashion.com
Luxe Addiction: www.luxaddiction.com/

ACTIVE WEAR:
Curves In Motion: www.curvesinmotion.com
A Big Attitude: www.abigattitude.com
Ladies Only Sports: www.ladiesonlysports.com/plussizcomso.html
Danskin: www.danskin.com/plus
Champion: www.championusa.com/Champion/Categories/Women-Champion/Women_ShopByCategory-Champion/Women_SportsBrasSale-Champion.aspx

CASUAL:
C.Enne.V: www.cennev.com/view_all.html
B&Lu: www.bandlu.com
Lane Bryant: www.lanebryant.com
Shock Curve: www.youtube.com/watch?v=qqXi8WmQ_WM&oref=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.youtube.com%2Fresults%3Fsearch_query%3Dshow%2Bme%2Byour%2Bgenitals%26aq%3Df&has_verified=1
Old Navy: www.oldnavy.gap.com/browse/division.do?cid=5585
Levi's: www.us.levi.com/family/index.jsp?cp=3146849&clickid=header_plus&categoryId=3146897
Just My Size: www.justmysize.com
Simply Be (UK): www.fredericks.com/plus/plus,default,sc.html
Yours Clothing (UK): www.yoursclothing.co.uk
Evans (UK): www.evans.co.uk
New Look (UK): www.newlook.com/shop/womens/inspire-to-plus-sizes_30099
Dorothy Perkins (UK): www.dorothyperkins.com
MXM 14 (Canada): www.1-plus.com/additionelle.htm

CUSTOMIZABLE:
EShakti: www.eshakti.com
Zena Swimwear: www.zenaswimwear.com

DEPARTMENT STORES:
Macy's: www1.macys.com/shop/plus-sizes
Bloomingdales: www1.bloomingdales.com/catalog/index.ognc?CategoryID=2917&PageID=40067641024604&kw=Plus%20Sizes&loc=leftnav
JCPenny: www4.jcpenney.com/jcp/XGN.aspx?DeptID=70656&CatID=71804&cmCatLevel=3&shopperType=G&CmCatId=&cmAMS_T=G1&cmAMS_C=D1
Kohl's: www.kohls.com/kohlsStore/womens/brands16w24w.jsp
Nordstroms: www.shop.nordstrom.com/c/womens-plus-size-shop?mediumthumbnail=Y&origin=leftnav&pbo=2374327
Sears: www.sears.com/shc/s/c_10153_12605_Clothing_Women's+Plus?storeId=10153&vName=Clothing&cName=Women's+Plus&catalogId=12605&i_cntr=1301966295071
Pure Energy at Target: www.sears.com/shc/s/c_10153_12605_Clothing_Women's+Plus?storeId=10153&vName=Clothing&cName=Women's+Plus&catalogId=12605&i_cntr=1301966295071

DESIGNER:
Svoboda: www.svobodastyle.com
Ashley Stewart: www.ashleystewart.com
Monif C: www.monifc.com
Curvysta: www.curvystashop.com
Designer Curves: www.designercurves.com
Kenley Collins: www.kenleycollins.com

INTIMATES:
Cacique: www.cacique.com
Fredericks of Hollywood: www.fredericks.com/plus/plus,default,sc.html
Hips and Curves: www.hipsandcurves.com
Big Gals Lingerie: www.biggalslingerie.com
Flirt Catalog: www.flirtcatalog.com/c-881-sexy-plus-size.aspx

JUNIOR PLUS:
Deb Shops: www.debshops.com/category/index.jsp?categoryId=3371584
Loop 18: www.loop18.com
Wet Seal: www.wetseal.com/catalog/category.jsp?categoryId=739
dELiA*s: www.store.delias.com/browse.do?categoryID=2539&sidenavTrack=apparel.extended2xl&incmpid=LNavapparel.extended2xl
Alloy: www.store.alloy.com/browse.do?categoryID=2562&sidenavTrack=apparel.features.extended&incmpid=LNavapparel.features.extended

RETRO:
Pin Up Clothing: www.pinupgirlclothing.com
Daddy - O's: www.daddyos.com/retro/dresses.html
Bowling Shirt: www.bowlingshirt.com
Stop Staring: www.stopstaringclothing.com/sunshop/index.php?l=product_list&c=14

SHOES:
Love My Shoes: www.lovemyshoes.com
Duo Shoes: www.duoboots.com/products/boots/
6pm: www.6pm.com

SOPHISTICATED:
Kiyonna: www.kiyonna.com
Igigi: www.igigi.com
Newport News: www.newport-news.com/shop/thumbnail.aspx?womens-plus-sizes&gp_coll_id=1878&gp_cat_id=1876&nav_cat_id=103&category_id=1896&gp_spsize_id=1878&s_int=SpcSizes

SWIMWEAR:
Always For Me: www.alwaysforme.com
Swimsuitsforall: www.swimsuitsforall.com
Newport News: www.newport-news.com/shop/thumbnail.aspx?gp_coll_id=2012&gp_cat_id=7505&nav_cat_id=4809&category_id=4811

TRENDY:
Torrid: www.torrid.com
Size Appeal: www.sizeappeal.com
Curvaceous Boutique: www.curvaceousboutique.com
She's Got Curves: www.shesgotcurves.com
Forever 21 Plus: www.forever21.com/category.asp?catalog_name=FOREVER21&category_name=faith_main&Page=1&cookie_test=1
Curvy Girl Clothing: www.curvygirlclothing.com
Figuresque: www.figuresque.com
Fashion to Figure: www.fashiontofigure.com
Sizes to Fit: www.sizestofit.com
Sealed with a Kiss: www.swakdesigns.com
Style369: www.style369.com
Plus Size Fix: www.plussizefix.com
ASOS Curve (UK): www.us.asos.com/Plus-size-clothing-Plus-size-fashion-for-women/tr0rc/?cid=9577&xr=1&mk=VOID&r=3
Carmakoma (UK): www.carmakoma.com/new/
City Chic (AUS): www.citychiconline.com 

URBAN:
Dereon: www.shop.dereon.com/landing.php?dept=CurvierWoman
Dr. Jays: www.drjays.com/shop/G2-V8923-R396/plus-size.html?cm_re=Quick-_-Women-_-Plus_Size
Applebottoms: www.applebottoms.com/landing/index.php?section=womenplus
Baby Phat: www.babyphat.com/nshop/product.php?view=listing&dept=plus&category=New Arrivals&groupName=NewArrivalsPlus

Don't get me wrong. The message that Lady Gaga is trying to get out there is absolutely amazing. I totally agree with it BUT this video truly scares me and freaks me out a little. Lady Gaga is on a whole other level that I do not understand nor comprehend. I feel as though I would have to be in her brain to understand her.

Here are some questions & thoughts:
- Why the face modifications?
- Why does it look like they are pulling mucus out of her vagina?
- Why does this feel like this is going to be a good movie?
- This song reminds me of a song Madonna would cover.
- Ew! Why is there an eye on her chin?
- Nice skull makeup!
- That bowl cut is creepy on her!
- Does she really have all those tattoos?
- She just flicked me off!
- Is she having a seizure?
- Lady Gaga did the Christina Aguilera "finger" move! Haha!
- She has a gap in her teeth?
- Why is she crying at the end?

That's just to sum it up. :) haha

What are some of your thoughts?

I have heard all different opinions on this matter. I know where I stand but since this is a topic that is so varied from person to person I would love to hear what you lovelies think.

Let me start off by saying that I like my body, I like who I am, I love my curves, and I am very comfortable in my own skin. It's no secret though that I am a big girl. I am Plus Size and not to mention pretty tall for a woman. I'm not ginormous but I am up there. Usually it's very blatantly obvious that usually I am "The Big Girl of the Room".


Now I know for some people it might be a little awkward when I point out that I am the Big Girl but since I am comfortable with that fact I like to cut people to the chase who might not have my best interest in mind. Most people seem really not to care too much. It's true. When I was younger kids were pretty mean and didn't really censor themselves but for the most part I have never encountered (too many) people who have pointed that fact out.


Maybe it's because society has taught most people to censor what they would really like to say and just be polite instead. Or maybe people just are intimidated by me. Maybe they are afraid that if they do point out that I am (::GASP::)... FAT then I will lash out at them. Heck... I would be intimidated by me too! I am 5' 10" and almost 300lbs. Get me mad enough and I could take anyone down. Remember though, I am a lover not a fighter! ;)
 

My whole point is, I tend to crack jokes about my size. I don't do it because I hate myself or my body but I want everyone to know that I am comfortable with who I am. If they ever do decide to point it out it's already been said and I am already aware. It's not like I am living in denial. I figure I should just get that out of the way and make everyone else feel a little more comfortable with "my situation". After that is out of the way and everyone is on the same page people seem to be a little more relieved!

People get all uptight when the word Fat is used. It's not a bad word! It's not the nicest word to use but hey, some people are just plain.... Fat. What are you going to do!? Just like some people are White or some people are Jewish or some people are short. It's a fact. You can't hide some things from others. It's nothing personal, it's the truth!


A few years ago I wouldn't dare say or do anything to "reveal" my size. I would just kind of hang my head down when size came up. Now I OWN my size. I am ok with it and not afraid to showcase it. It took a long, long, long time to be ok with my body and have the confidence that I have now. This didn't happen over night.


A lot of people might think that maybe it's a defense mechanism and that I am insecure with myself if I have to announce my size, or joke about my size with everyone else. I beg to differ. I am super confident and I just prefer beating everyone else to it. That's all! Do I absolutely looooove my body? Am I confident every single day? No! Absolutely not. It's a lot of hard work to like yourself but it's even more hard work to LOVE yourself. Yes, there is a difference. I am still young and I am still getting used to myself. It's going to be a while before I can say I am in love with myself. For now, I really like myself. We'll leave it at that. There is always room for improvement!


So lovelies, what's your take on this issue? How are you different? Do you guys do the same thing? Let me know. Leave your comments below!

If you know funny, you know Pablo Fransisco! As soon as he hits the stage he hits it's almost an immediate roar of laughter that fills the room. This dude is INSANE! He is full of energy from beginning to end and when it comes to impersonations he's always on point. He takes everyday circumstances and turns it into the funniest thing you've ever heard! I have been fascinated with this guy since the first time I heard him do his act!

I have seen Pablo at the Gotham Comedy Club in NYC three times over the past couple of years. Every time he has brand new material without stretching too far away from his style. I love that he does his shows in small comedy clubs and meets and greets with his fans. Not everyone does this. Let's take Dane Cook for instance. He let the "Celebrity Status" go straight to his head. Funny dude, but it's just not "personal" with his audience anymore. I have known of Pablo and Dane for about the same time and although i'm not to keen on Dane anymore, I still LOVE Pablo. He just has more staying power because of his down to earth attitude!

Want to see some of his stuff? Check him out below....

Here are the newest photos from 'Baldovino Barani' shoot with the Miss Crystal Renn. What is it with these people photo shopping this girl to the point that we can't recognize her?? Really now! Come on! She's gorgeous AS IS! Can we lay off the photo shop just a little bit. These don't even look like her in the slightest. Looking like an Anime character and what not. Stop the insanity and bring my old Crystal back please!
 

On a good note, the last one (the one that looks most like her) is my fav and the makeup is fabulous in that shot. If I had skills i'd do a YouTube tutorial of that.

I know it might seem like I am on a "Lady Gaga Blogging Trend" but I seriously had to share this. Grandpa getting it in to Gaga! What more can you possibly ask for except maybe for Gramps to be my adopted Pops! I would love it!!! =) Doesn't this video make you absolutely smile? My only question is "Where does he get all his energy and where can I get some?" ENJOY!

Launched in 2004 Dove's "Real Beauty" campaign self proclaimed themselves a "Global Effort" as a starting point to change the current definition of true beauty. According to DOVE their mission simply states:

"To make more women feel beautiful every day by widening stereotypical views of beauty."

Wait a minute... Not so fast!

Jezebel came across a Craigslist ad announcing a print casting call.....










What do you think?

Lady Gaga has become known for her outrageous fashion sense and usually wears insanely high shoes with no problems.

Gaga seen here at Heathrow Airport strutting her stuff in thigh high (err... crotch high) leather platform boots designed by Noritaka Tatehana.

However, earlier today was a horse of a different color. She lost her balance and did a lovely little face plant. Kind of puts a whole new meaning to "Break a leg!"

Here is Rihanna’s brand new video for “Rude Boy” that just hit the net yesterday and I am in absolute love with it! Rihanna is showing us a fun loving, and more colorful side to her in this video. If you've been waiting to see this side of Rihanna to come out, then video is definitely for you. She still is able to be sexy in the video but in a completely different way. I love the pop culture, "Artsy Fartsy" vibe it's got going on. It’s definitely not like any video out there right now. Well enough about what I think, just watch it below and let me know how you feel about it! Would love to hear your opinions.

I subscribe to my friend's blog, oxox NikStar and I just got done reading her latest post and I couldn't resist and re-post it here on my blog. I totally didn't find this on my own and give her and Lady of Essence complete credit on this one! I love that the girls in the class are all different shapes, sizes, and weights. They all look amazing and do such a nice job! What a fun way to work out. Too bad this class isn't offered in my area.. =(

CHECK OUT NIKSTARS POST HERE!!

I was thumbing through Youtube (as usual) and came across this video. I just had to share it. I am so in love with it....

READ ON FOR MORE AFTER THE JUMP...