As The Curvy Fashionista editors, we write about stuff we love and think you’ll like, too. We often use affiliate links, which means we receive a small share of the revenue from your purchase. This does not affect the amount you pay for the product in any way, shape, or form. Getting ready for the latest fashion bibles to drop, I ask myself, quite often, in the wake of this amazing economy, what does a curvy fashionista do? Getting ready for the newness of each season often translates into a much needed investment for my plus size wardrobe- or does it?  You see the newness, and assume, th ..read more

There is a unique nuance in the plus size fashion space, one that many mainstream retailers, brands, and marketing experts miss all the time when trying to woo the plus size consumer. One that we are starting to see and feel, even among the plus size brands. Something that around 2015 was peak plus size fashion… the Plus Size Community.  Now… walk with me for a few as I break this down.  As the plus size fashion industry has grown, thanks to the various OG plus size professionals, legends, icons and plus size influencers who paved the way, when everyone thought that plus size fashio ..read more

So, let’s chat about swimsuit season. Ah, the time of year when the sun’s shining, the beach beckons, and… cue the anxiety, right? If you know that you struggle with your own plus size swimsuit confidence journey, this article is for you! I mean, who hasn’t felt the pressure to conform to some impossible ideal plastered across glossy magazines and Instagram feeds? But here’s the real deal: Summer should be about fun in the sun, not stressing over whether your body fits someone else’s idea of “perfect.” Let’s face it, most of us don’t, and that’s perfectly okay! Selfbelt Front Cover Up Kaftan a ..read more

Plus Size Fashion Options, we have them. I have been wanting to revisit this topic for a while now. As I share more designers and brands, one of the biggest and loudest comments I see is about cost and the prices of these garments. As fashion and plus size evolve, so do the idiosyncrasies and nuances of fashion itself, as it pertains to plus size. 15+ years ago, US plus size fashion was quite limited, leaving us Curvy Fashionistas with very little or if any options for shopping and discerning which pieces were of a fashion forward standard. NOW, with the rapid amalgamation of options within pl ..read more

Spring is here and is bursting with blooms! We’ve curated a collection of 20 fantastic plus size spring dresses guaranteed to put a pep in your step and get you ready for the season. From chic and statement-making to effortlessly comfy and cute, we’ve got the perfect plus size dress for every occasion. After all, dresses have become a wardrobe staple these past few years, thanks to their versatility and ease. So why not embrace the trend and add a pop of spring flair to your look? Hutch Puff-Sleeve Mini Dress at Anthropologie.com It’s a new season and a renewed reason to share with you, some o ..read more

Are you ready to elevate your spring wardrobe to new heights of style and sophistication? We all know that feeling of disappointment when a super cute designer collab doesn’t extend past a size 12. But this time, things are different. Target just announced a limited-edition collection with the legendary Diane von Furstenberg, and guess what? The Diane von Furstenberg for Target collection will be available in sizes up to 4X! Spring is the season of renewal and newness, and what better way to refresh your look than with a touch of Diane’s iconic designs? From vibrant prints to classic silhouett ..read more

The Barbie movie came out last year, but we are still seeing a popular trend of hyper-femme doll-inspired clothing — especially in all the spring fashion releases. Have you seen a style and thought to yourself, “I wish they made that in plus sizes?” We tracked down 7 different plus size spring dress options for you, ranging from affordable to a few hundred dollars. Plus, a few of these companies have several different offerings in each style, not just the specific ones we picked. 7 Plus Size Doll-Inspired Spring Dresses As The Curvy Fashionista editors, we write about stuff we love and think y ..read more

As The Curvy Fashionista editors, we write about stuff we love and think you’ll like, too. We often use affiliate links, which means we receive a small share of the revenue from your purchase. This does not affect the amount you pay for the product in any way, shape, or form. Denim, next to swimwear, is one of the most challenging items for a woman to find. As someone who worked retail for many years, from fast fashion to department store brands, this experience (unfortunately) stretches across every size!  Fortunately, one of our trusted plus size retailers, Eloquii, is here with a solut ..read more

When it comes to plus size swimwear, there are few names that immediately come to the top of that list. GabiFresh, creator of the #fatkini, is one of them. So, when we heard that she was launching a new swimwear brand, Villa Fresca, we knew immediately that we were going to be in for a treat!  GabiFresh‘s newest venture, one that comes as no surprise to anyone who has followed plus size fashion over the years, continues her journey ushering in a new perspective for plus size swimwear; injecting color, boldness, and confidence into the basic options that were available. From past collabora ..read more

Congratulations to actress Gabourey Sidibe and her husband, Brandon Frankel. The two are expecting twins! The Oscar nominee took to her Instagram with double the joy as she announced the news. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Gabby Sidibe (@gabby3shabby) “I’m pregnant! We thought it was time to give our cats some responsibility so we’re giving them each a baby to take care of! Double the babies, double the cats, double the fun!! Twin Delivery coming soon! Twinty Twinty Four!!”, she wrote. Sidibe looked radiant in a series of photos rocking a pink dress and flaunting her baby bu ..read more