CURVY FASHION EXCHANGE

"HAUTE" Gets a Makeover:

2013-06-19T10:17:00.000-07:00

Photos Courtesy of SpiritWolf Photographe

The Fashion Movement: HAUTE Gets a Makeover

Quietly and without much fanfare and hoopla HAUTE the accessory show, the platform exclusively for accessory designers has been re-branded to become HAUTE Accessories Week. The event which has experiences tremendous growth and success since its inception two years ago will again be held at Hunter’s Green Country Club in Tampa Florida. September 6^th is the date slated for the main runway presentation; an accessory designing workshop and a boutique shopping event will be incorporated in the 2013 program.

For the past two seasons HAUTE has grown exponentially to become THE PLATFORM FOR ACCESSORY DESIGNERS who desire to show and market their brands in a retail setting. When the event was conceptualized a few years ago the ultimate goal was to make it a week geared exclusively to the accessory designer and the accessories market, focusing on the retail segment. We strongly believe 2013 is the year to do that.

Following up on the success of past presentations, The Fashion Movement will bring another stronger array of designers to the 2013 edition of HAUTE Accessories Week. Prior to the main runway event a workshop teaching how to make various accessories will be held; this will be open to the public for registration. A boutique shopping event where accessory Designers products are available to shoppers is also planned.

Interested Designers please email haute@thefashionmovement.com

We look forward to seeing you at HAUTE Accessories Week 2013.

For more information visit:

http://www.thefashionmovement.com/index.html

Haute Accessories Week

http://hautetheaccessoryshow.com/home_pg.html

Curvy Pick of the Day: Monif C.

2013-06-07T12:41:00.001-07:00

Photo Courtesy of http://monifc.com/

"Fiona" Front Zip Peplum Dress - Navy

"Bridgette" Cape-Back Maxi Dress - Nude

"Alana" Colorblock Illusion Dress

For more information or to make a purchase visit:

http://monifc.com/

"Pon Di Replay" Cruise

2013-06-06T18:22:00.000-07:00

Photo Courtesy of http://www.tashjohnson.com/

All you Curvy Fashion Exchanger's who's ready for some summer time fun?

This sunset cruise is a great way to start the summer, try something different, treat yourself or a loved one, network, or just mingle on the ocean. It offers flat screen televisions on the inside, casino on the first deck, cash bar, instant prints from the photographer, games, competitions, and prizes.

Join Tash Johnson & Co. members on a fun evening on the sea!
Non-members are welcome to join for this event.

Tickets are limited and on sale until June 13th. Must be purchased and reserved by then.
Early bird tickets have been EXTENDED TO JUNE 8th based on popular request: $15 (Members Only), $20 (Non-Members)

Regular Ticket price: $25 (Members Only) $30 (Non-members)

Dress Code: Cocktail Casual. Photographer will be on board.
Your Tash Johnson & Co. exclusive package includes: Boarding Pass, Appetizer, Dinner and Dessert on the Cruise, A Complimentary Glass of Wine/Beer/Drink, and $10 match play for casino games on the first floor

Saturday, June 15th @ 6pm-1am (Ship sails promptly at 7pm)

For tickets: http://www.tashjohnson.com/#/cruise-ticket/4576985118

Address: 177 Boardwalk Place West, Madeira Beach, Florida
Located by John Pass (St.Pete area)
Discounted Parking for attendees at John Pass Parking Garage: $5

Membership is free, so don't forget to sign up and pay even less for amazing cruise packages to the Gulf of Mexico.

For more information visit:

http://www.tashjohnson.com/ call 813-447-8538 or email events@tashjohnson.com

About the Author:

Ta'Nashea McLeod, a plus model based out of Tampa Florida, is also a fashion & lifestyle blogger, spokesperson, and president/founder of the Curvy Fashion Exchange. As a professional plus size model experienced in commercial, print, fit, and runway modeling, Ta'Nashea has participated in countless fashion show events and featured in numerous magazines. Ta’Nashea definitely has a passion for helping society view full-figure fashion in a positive light.

Toya Styles: Styles for your CURVES

2013-05-23T16:27:00.000-07:00

Photo courtesy of http://toyastyles.com/

Curvy Fashion Exchangers meet my long time friend and personal stylist Toya Styles. As a plus size model and business women I attend countless events every year. Having someone that I trust to ensure I always look my very best is key in this industry. Like many of you I consider myself quite the fashionista, however I still enjoy having another perspective and someone to work out the details on photo shoots, or even just to help me plan my looks when my schedule gets busy. Whether you are tall, average, or petite Toya Styles is the go-to professional for curvy girls. So check her out at ChicDivineStyle or http://toyastyles.com and don't forget to vote for her Lane Bryant | LB Style Off look posted at the bottom of the page.

Model Ta'Nashea McLeod Styled by Toya Styles

Stylist and beauty consultant Toya Styles has her own Marketing and Fashion Styling company named ChicDivineStyle. She currently resides in southern Georgia and is centrally located to Atlanta, Savannah, Tampa, Jacksonville, Tallahassee, and Orlando. She makes her services accessible to anyone by styling virtually as well as in home.

She's also a fashion blogger and Marketing Consultant to small businesses as well as other projects. Styling photo shoots, look books for boutiques and designers, wardrobe auditing, consulting and personal shopping are services that Toya provides and loves. Specializing in the average sized woman (8-24) she is extending her services during Full Figured Fashion Week with her agency Glam Concierge.

She has been in Charleston Magazine and is on the promotion video for Charleston Fashion week 2012. Toya is always looking to expand her brand and help others in the creative industries by collaborating with them.

Currently, Toya has been selected as one of the Lane Bryant Blogger/Stylists for FFFWeek 2013.

To vote for Toya go to the link below and vote!

https://www.facebook.com/LaneBryant/app_518902761478076

For mobile users use this link: https://www.wf-site.com/microsite/pages/2d733294fbb92ee0

https://www.wf-site.com/microsite/pages/2d733294fbb92ee0

For more information visit her website at:

http://toyastyles.com

https://www.facebook.com/ChicDivineStyle

About the Author:

Curvy pick of the month: Wrap dress by IGIGI

2012-12-18T22:48:00.002-08:00

By: Farrah Estrella

Wrap Dress from IGIGI by Yuliya Raquel

IGIGI by Yuliya Raquel has some of the best figure flattering dresses for plus size women around.

You can take this dress from day to night easily by changing your accessories and shoes.

For more information go to www.IGIGI.com to see more gorgeous dresses.

What do you guys think of this look? let us know. Leave your comments below.

Plus Model Spotlight: Rosie Mercado

2012-09-16T23:15:00.000-07:00

By: Farrah Estrella

Plus Model Rosie Mercado

It is hard to label Rosie Mercado as simply as a plus-size Latina model because not only is she a celebrity make-up artist, actress, radio personality, host, community philanthropist, and a single mother of three but she is also today's antithesis to models half her size and a role model for plus-size women all over the globe.

Plus Model Rosie Mercado

Rosie's was born in the heart of Southern California but cultured in Las Vegas. She spent years overcoming weight struggles before getting her big break in 2009 at The Miss Plus America Pageant, winning the runway competition and being crowned "Miss Nevada Plus America". She was also featured on “Taboo: National Geographic” and then being on the reality show Curvy Girls on NuVo Tv 2011.

Plus Model Rosie Mercado

Rosie's modeling profile includes Miss Plus America Covergirl, Miss Plus America Runway Model, Miss Plus America Peoples Choice, the face of Full Figure Fashion Week 2010,Curvy Qt, Oscar Picazo Book, Curvy Girl Clothing and Igigi.

She has been featured in magazines like Miss Mexico International, Plus Model Magazine,SKORCH, Manik, New Beauty and Daily Venus Magazine.

Plus Model Rosie Mercado

Rosie is also an experienced business woman; she created Bellisima a cosmetic collection built upon a love, art, fashion, and classical Hollywood glamor whose mission is to "help every woman celebrate herself through self-confidence, knowledge, and unique beauty”.

Plus Model Rosie Mercado

For more information visit her website at www.RosieMercado.com

Plus Model Rosie Mercado

Plus Size Celebrity Style: Queen Latifah

2012-09-16T22:42:00.000-07:00

By: Farrah Estrella

We are loving Queen Latifah's Caftan from her Queen Collection at HSN.

The Caftan comes in size XS-3X and it cost $89.00 Dollars. It looks super comfortable and the mix of different animal prints makes it easier to take it from day to night. Wear it with flats for a beach look or add some wedges and a clutch for a night look.

What do you guys think of Queen Latifah's Caftan? Love or Hate?
CFE loves it!!

Feel free to leave your comments.

You can purchase this Caftan at www.hsn.com.

Bella Contessa Jewelry

2012-08-22T12:56:00.000-07:00

by Ta'Nashea McLeod

Photos courtesy of Bella Contessa Jewelry

Bella Contessa Jewelry represents Cherkita Williams love for jewelry, fashion, vintage living and the occasional pretty plate! Cherkita Williams is the designer and creative genius behind Bella Contessa’s handmade designs.

To read more follow the link below!

http://www.examiner.com/article/bella-contessa-jewelry

For more information or to make purchase visit: https://www.facebook.com/BellaContessaJewelry

Tadashi Shoji Plus Size Collection

2012-08-21T13:28:00.000-07:00

By TaNashea McLeod

Photos courtesy of http://shop.tadashishoji.com/

Tadashi Shoji is the founder and chief designer of the Tadashi Shoji collection. Tadashi Shoji was born and raised in Sendai, Japan, where he fostered his artistic creativity by painting and drawing. As a young man he relocated to Tokyo, to study fine art. Eventually Tadashi Shoji moved to the United States to attend university in Los Angeles, where he discovered his passion for fashion design.

To read more follow the link below!

http://www.examiner.com/article/tadashi-shoji-plus-size-collection

Grand opening celebration of Tadashi's new boutique in Shanghai

Video Credit: TadashiShoji

MYNT 1792 coming soon to Nordstrom

2012-08-19T08:13:00.002-07:00

By: Farrah Estrella

MYNT 1792 at Nordstrom

Curvy Fashion Exchange is happy to announce that curvy girls in the U.S will be able to purchase Plus Size brand MYNT 1792 soon at a Nordstrom store near you.

We first saw MYNT 1792 at Full Figured Fashion Week 2012 in New York and we couldn't be more excited for them. Their collection is very urban and chic. Take a look at some the pictures from their FFF Week 2012 collection and tell us what you think. Are you guys excited to buy MYNT 1792 clothes?

MYNT 1792 Photo Credit Farrah Estrella

MYNT 1792 Photo credit Farrah Estrella

MYNT 1792 photo credit Farrah Estrella

Backstage Pass: Embrace Fashion Show

2012-08-19T07:16:00.000-07:00

By: Farrah Estrella

Photo credit Farrah Estrella

One of the most exciting things about being part of a fashion show and any fashion event for that matter is what happens backstage. Curvy Fashion Exchange had the privilege to be backstage at Fashion Designer’s Audrey Pat McGhee “Embrace Curvy and Plus Size Fashion Show”.

We love to be able to share some of those backstage moments with our readers because you guys don’t get to see the behind the scenes action when you go to a show.We hope that you enjoy some of the backstage pictures from that event before all the makeup, the beautiful clothes, the hair and all the glitz and glamour.

Tell us what you think. Do you enjoy seeing the backstage pictures? We love to hear from you the readers. Feel free to leave your comments.

Photo Credit Farrah Estrella

Photo credit Farrah Estrella

Accessoreez by Leslie Belcher-Huston

2012-08-15T05:55:00.000-07:00

Photo Courtesy of http://www.unusualexposures.com/

Leslie Belcher-Huston is the lead designer of Accessoreez, a handcrafted line of contemporary art glass borosilicate jewelry. Her creative energies coalesce in the production of distinctive designs as elegant tropical hues synergistically merge with a high desert color palette of hot fired glass, fresh water pearls, turquoise, coral, hammered copper & silver, and other select materials.

To read the entire article click: http://www.examiner.com/article/accessoreez-by-leslie-belcher-huston-returns-to-haute-the-accessory-show

Curvy Fashion Exchange Giveaway: I Heart CFE Logo Tee

2012-08-10T06:16:00.000-07:00

Curvy Fashion Exchange is pleased to announce our 1^stgiveaway.

Whether you are a size 2 or 22 tell us what you love about your curves in the comments section below of this post and on the Curvy Fashion Exchange facebook page, lastly don’t forget to register as a CFE Blog Follower to be entered to win!

The randomly selected winners will be announced August 31^st 2012

Enter to Win Now!!

https://www.facebook.com/CurvyFashionExchange

http://curvyfashionexchange.blogspot.com/

If you already own a Curvy Fashion Exchange T-shirt send us a picture showing us how you rock your CFE Tee!!! Curvyfashionexchange@gmail.com

About the Author:

Color is the New Black

2012-07-31T14:43:00.000-07:00

by Ta'Nashea McLeod

I'm loving this playful and colorful layered necklace and earring set by Farrah Estrella Jewelry.

Command attention in this light blue easy-to-wear plus size faux wrap, short sleeve ring dress by Avenue.

I recently revamped my closet with a few colorful additions. In the past if you were to take a tour of my closet, you would have been met by a sea of black. So needless to say this color overhaul was badly needed.

I’ve always considered myself a fashionista despite my failure to abide by a few of the age old fashion rules. You know the ones don’t mix patterns, never wear white after Labor Day, and don't even think about combining your metals. Well it’s a new day in fashion and those rules are old news.

The one rule I’ve heard most over the years is "wear black because it’s slimming." I will admit as I got older and curvier I fell victim to this way of thinking. I’ve now come to the knowledge that it’s not necessarily the color of the garment, but more importantly the fit that determines how flattering it looks. Thanks to Avenue Fashion for Women Sizes 14 & Up I got the color fix I needed. Color is the new black!!!!

Create your own love story with this sleeveless, romantic ruffles, and ultra-feminine fuchsia dress by Avenue.

Add white hot style to your wardrobe with this one button plus size blazer by Avenue and nude heels by Steve Madden.

Get a cool, edgy look with this hot pink, princess seamed, mixed zip and button hardware blend cropped chino jacket by Avenue.

Don't for get to break the rules with an unexpected splash of color. I was comfortable and chic in these mustard colored open toe flats also by Avenue.

My side pocket front tie dress, belt, sunglasses, and clutch are all part of my many thrift store finds!

Shop these looks and countless more at: http://www.avenue.com/

How do you feel about wearing color? Please share your thoughts, with us!

About the Author:

Style369.com’s London Style

2012-07-25T11:48:00.001-07:00

by Ta'Nashea McLeod

All eyes are on London with the 2012 Olympics starting in a few days and there has been a lot of talk surrounding fashion. Everything from what the athletes will be wearing to London’s very own street style.

Style369.com has taken away the guess work and made it easy for you to get the inimitable, enviable look of a London fashionista.

Style369.com celebrates all that is fabulous with “London Style” a feature on their products that represent London’s open-minded, cutting edge approach to curvy fashion.

To read more follow link below!
http://www.examiner.com/article/style369-com-s-london-style?cid=db_articles

Photos Courtesy of http://www.style369.com/

Take 5! (Bras that is)

2012-07-24T10:30:00.000-07:00

by Liz Black

Personally, thanks to being *ahem* well-endowed, I am always thinking about bras. Before I was properly measured I was wearing a 38/40DDD… well, turns out I’m actually a 38GG/H! While finding the proper bra size was an enormous step in the right direction (clothes look & fit better, my posture is better, shoulder/back/sides/neck don’t hurt as much) I knew that I was going to have to drop some cash on building a better bra wardrobe. Worried that I was going to go bankrupt buying bras I tried to hammer it down to the exact 5 bra styles I thought would benefit me most and be the most versatile.

First up, a smoothing t-shirt bra. Completely versatile, a t-shirt bra can be worn under tissue-thin cotton t-shirts (without worry of show-through), as well as under tank tops, sweaters, button-downs, etc. The smooth, molded cups guarantee that you won’t have any extra lumps and bumps under your shirts, giving you a streamlined silhouette. I would encourage you to purchase one in a “nude” shade so it is virtually invisible under white tops. While “nude” is subjective, try to find one that’s as close as possible to your skin tone. But believe me, a white bra under a white top will show!

Next, you’ve got to get your hands on a supportive strapless bra. Nothing ruins an outfit more than chunky bra straps sticking out of a strapless top or dress! A strapless bra is exactly what you need for summer’s skimpiest styles; whether you’re wearing a spaghetti-strapped tank top, an edgy asymmetrical one-shouldered top, or a completely strap-free top, you’re going to need a perfect strapless bra!

While summer is the perfect time to get in shape, you shouldn’t even think of stepping into a gym without wearing a sports bra! Breasts can bounce up to 5.5 inches (in all directions) when you’re working out, which will increase the chance of sagging, pain and overall discomfort. But when you’ve got the right sports bra on, bust bouncing is a thing of the past!

Now, these last two put the fun in functional. If you’ve got a little extra money in your bra budget, pick up a sexy little number & a t-back bra. It’s important to have a sexy bra in your lingerie drawer, whether you want to wear it on date night, girl’s night out, or as a boost of confidence to have on under your clothes. Knowing that you have on a racy lace or wild animal print bra will bring out your inner sex kitten!

A t-back bra is a fantastic new style that sometimes gets looked over. If you’re wearing a tank top, racerback top, or any type of sporty style, the t-back (also sometimes known as a racerback) bra is your new best friend. If you prefer the support of straps & don’t want to go strapless (although if you’re wearing the right size bra all the support should be coming from the band, not the straps), then a t-back bra is right for you!

If you don’t know where to begin, I always start (and end) my lingerie search with Bare Necessities & Bare Plus (their plus-size website). Being that I can fit into products on both sites I’m always looking through both to find the exact style I want! Take my bra advice & bra shopping will be a breeze! (Just make sure you go get properly measured first!)

About the Author:

Photos courtesy of http://www.barenecessities.com/

Liz Black is the fashion copywriter and editor for BareNecessities.com and Bareplus.com. Bare Necessities has one of the largest selections of intimate apparel online carrying over 180 well-known brands of bras, panties, shapewear, hosiery, swimwear, men’s underwear and more.

Chat with them at:
www.facebook.com/barenecessities
www.facebook.com/BarePlus
http://gplus.to/barenecessities
@BareNecessities
@BarePlus

Evie Foster: Kiss my Curves

2012-07-22T12:40:00.001-07:00

The Australian born Designer premiered her plus-sized clothing line at this years Full Figured Fashion Week in New York City. Evie's collection was seductive yet comfortable, there was an effortlessly elegant quality to her designs that the media and attendees responded to.

To read more follow link below!
Evie Foster: Kiss my Curves

Shanda Freeman, of MTV Fame and Wife of Fatman Scoop, Will Launch Collection at Maryland Fashion Week

2012-07-20T10:00:00.000-07:00

Shanda Freeman, wife of Fatman Scoop and of costar of MTV’s “Man and Wife”, is launching her contemporary apparel collection for women at Maryland Fashion Week, August 12, 2012.

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

PRLog (Press Release) – Jul 20, 2012 – Shanda Freeman will debut her first Fall/Winter 2012 collection at Maryland Fashion Week. The six-piece, contemporary women’s apparel collection, aptly called “Gemini“, is set to debut on August 12, 2012. The “Gemini” collection offers femininity, elegance and versatility.

For fashion lovers that cannot wait, pre-orders will be available for purchase at: www.Curvysta.com on Monday, 8/13/2012.

The new collection, illustrates Shanda’s own signature style and are from her personal, custom pieces, created to fit her own curves. The “Gemini” dress is a reversible wrap dress that offers two looks in one. It is perfect for every woman, from the cost-conscious consumer to the avid traveler.

Sizes run from small to 3X, with extended sizes available upon request. This collection was created entirely in the United States, with all of the production based in the New York City garment district. The garments are made of breathable, quality fabrics and the colors were chosen with the confident, curvaceous woman in mind.

The “Gemini” collection will be showcased at Maryland Fashion Week on, Sunday,
August 12, 2012 at the International Showcase, followed by a Meet and Greet with Shanda Freeman. For more information on attending the showcase please visit: www. MarylandFashionWeek.com

About the designer:
Shanda Freeman is the wife of Grammy award winning artist, Fatman Scoop and costar of MTV’s “Man and Wife”. Her Shanda Says Vlog and advice column illuminate her ability to be compassionate, instruct and inspire her audiences. Her mission statement is to be a positive resource for individuals to discover and develop their potential by transforming limited thinking and unproductive practices into confidence and action. Her clothing line is an extension of her need to inspire confidence in every woman.

Get to know Shanda at:

http://www.youtube.com/shandasays

https://twitter.com/ShandaSays

Video courtesy of ShandaSays

JC Penney Plus Size Dresses

2012-07-15T12:45:00.001-07:00

By: Farrah Estrella

JC Penney Plus Size Dresses

JC Penney has a variety of fun dresses for plus size women. The best part is that the price range is from $30 to $70 dollars which makes them really affordable and they come in sizes 14w-24w.

Take a look at some of the pictures from our favorite’s dresses below.
Visit www.JCPenney.com for more information.

Lavish by Ashley Stewart

2012-07-15T10:46:00.001-07:00

By: Farrah Estrella

Lavish by Ashley Stewart

Hello Curvies!!.. One of the many perks of attending Full Figured Fashion Week 2012 was the fact that we get a lot of goodies bags throughout all of the events and let's be honest, who doesn't love free stuff.

In one of the many goodie bags we received this wonderful fragrance Lavish by Ashley Stewart and we were pleasantly surprised of how good it was and soft.

The fragrance is rich and floral with notes of orange blossom, citrus verbena, and Brazilian mandarin.
The best part ladies is that it is only $19.50 dollars, you can't beat that!!

Be sure to grab one of your next trip to the store or buy it online at www.AshleyStewart.com

BarePlus by Bare Necessities

2012-07-12T19:56:00.000-07:00

by Ta'Nashea McLeod

Attention Curvy Fashionistas, if you’ve ever struggled to find stylish, sexy, bras in your size look no more. BarePlus by Bare Necessities features more than 500 bras that fit sizes 38A – 56J. They also offer panty sets, plus size lingerie, hosiery, and swimwear, from over 81 brands including Elomi, SPANX, Bali, Wacoal, Hanky Panky, and Calvin Klein just to name a few.

Photos Courtesy of BarePlus

Bare Necessities is the leading online retailer of brand name intimate apparel second only to Victoria’s Secret.

Jay Dunn, Chief Marketing Officer for Bare Necessities also known as the mastermind behind the infamous “Red Bra” ad campaign, that ran on American Idol featuring a plus size model and later becoming a national sensation after being banned by both Fox and ABC says that “BarePlus reinforces our commitment to serving the woman with curves and marks the beginning of our effort to build the best shopping experience for curvy women.”

This online boutique designed specifically for curvy women coexist in a tabbed shopping environment with barenecessities.com. Shoppers clicking on the BarePlus tab will encounter products available exclusively in plus sizes.

For more information or to make a purchase visit: www.bareplus.com/

www.twitter.com/bareplus

PLUS SIZE CELEBS MAKING STATEMENTS ON THE RED CARPET

2012-07-12T19:07:00.000-07:00

by Ta'Nashea McLeod

Queen Latifah

Mo'Nique

Kelly Price

Gabby Sidibe

Melissa McCarthy

Amber Riley

“Embrace” A Curvy & Plus Size Charity Fashion Show.

2012-07-07T10:09:00.000-07:00

by Ta'Nashea McLeod

Tampa Fashion Designer Audrey Pat McGhee of APM Fashion presents “Embrace” A Curvy & Plus Size Charity Fashion Show.

Audrey “Pat” McGhee creates custom designs for clients specifically with the client's figure in mind. She designs clothes for women who are sizes 6 to 24, with a focus on the women who were the forgotten sizes (12 - 24).

This charity fashion show will benefit ASAP (Aids Service Association of Pinellas) and The Heart Association.

Audrey “Pat” McGhee

Embrace Fashion Show

When: August 25^th, 2012

Where: Sunset Ballroom at The Vinoy Club
600 Snell Isle Blvd. NE

St. Petersburg, Florida 33704

Time: Doors open at 6:00 PM; the show starts at 7:00 PM

Tickets: VIP $75.00 Dollars (includes special sitting, gift bag, photo opportunities and exclusive shopping experience before and after the show)

General Admission: $35.00

Early Bird Special (before June 30^th): $25.00

Day of the Event (at the door): $45.00

Standing Room: $15.00

Tickets are available online at: http://www.audreypat.com/

For more information call (813) 300-3199

Reah Norman Represents Sorella Swim at FFFWeek

2012-06-28T11:59:00.001-07:00

by Ta'Nashea McLeod

Sorella Swim prides itself on using the highest quality fabrics and trims with specific focus on fit and figure flattering details. The ultimate goal at Sorella Swim is to give the sophisticated, curvy women a luxury brand that not only accentuates her body, and helps her feel sexy while chic, but also is a brand she can call her own.

Founder and designer Jessica Petersen of luxury swimwear brand Sorella Swim teamed up with Reah Norman, Stylist and Executive Fashion Editor of PLUS Model Magazine for Full Figured Fashion Week 2012.

Neither of these talented women are newcomers to the fashion industry. Reah Norman was named “Plus Fashion Stylist of the Year” at FFFWeek 2010. While Ms. Petersen has designed for many high profile labels in the past, and is a graduate from the Fashion Institute of Technology in New York City.

This top-notch collaboration ensured Sorella Swim a lasting impression on and off the runway in the plus size community.

For more information or to make a purchase visit: http://shop.sorellaswim.com/

View the Sorella Swim 2012 Resort Collection showcased at FFFWeek below!

**Photos taken by Farrah Estrella**

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CURVY PICK OF THE DAY…. BRONZE LACE PEPLUM TOP FROM CATHERINES

2012-06-28T05:36:00.000-07:00

A new trend for the season, this beautiful top is complete with a form-fitting, peplum design. An elastic band stretches at your lower waist to create the modern, peplum style. Floral lace fabric offers a draping layer over the sleeveless design. Catherines tops are designed for the plus size woman to guarantee a flattering fit.

Photo courtesy of Catherines

For more information or to make a purchase visit: http://catherines.lanebryant.com/