Curvy Lady

Polyester Pants

2012-01-11T16:27:00.002-04:00

Whoever came up with the idea to make pants out of 96% Polyester and 4% Lycra did not intend it for bigger women with bigger thighs that rub together. Pants so loud and obnoxious that when you move around with them it sounds like old gym teachers are walking all around you. Who would have thought that those regular looking pair of slacks you picked up at the store for work and didn't bother

The Big Reveal: The Lady Behind the Scene

2012-01-07T17:46:00.001-04:00

For almost two years now I've avoided putting up any photos of myself. It was partly for privacy reasons but mostly because I hate taking pictures (see here for my reason why). But I'll be a year older in a few hours ♫ Happy Birthday to me ♫ so I thought, why not start off my year by being a bit more courageous. Plus, you guys must be curious to see the actual face behind this blog right?

The Frump Zone

2012-01-03T09:13:00.000-04:00

This has been by wardrobe for the past couple months. I'm not ashamed... okay, maybe I am a little bit but when you hate shopping you tend to grab the first thing that fits or seems really really comfy.I do try to look good sometimes though, but most days this basic look is what I rock to work. A comfortable three quarter sleeve blouse, cropped trousers, simple flats, and my all purpose-all

Happy New Year!

2011-12-31T22:45:00.000-04:00

2011 may not have had as many successes and opportunities as I'd wished, but it's still a blessing to be able to see another year. Here's to a great 2012 full of positive experiences and inevitable changes.

Year Two of the Curvy Lady blog: Complete

2011-12-31T15:53:00.000-04:00

I started 2011 with only two resolutions: 1. I'm going to live Results: Nothing changed. If it's possible, I think I became even more of a hermit who just buried myself in work and frumpy clothes (Yes, my wardrobe has taken a terrible tumble into the frump zone and in the process, so did a big portion of my self confidence). 2. I'm going to make shit happen for me Results:

Crazy Stupid in Lust after that Perfect Body

2011-11-29T23:53:00.001-04:00

You know you are in the midst of a psycho dieter when you find yourself constantly thinking, "Is she serious?!" Some women are crazy stupid for the bodies they see in their magazines (ignorant of the fact that at least 90% of those photos are Photoshopped). They will do any and everything to get a body like that because then, they'll love themselves. They're blind to the side effects of the

Fresh out the Cave

2011-11-11T09:57:00.001-04:00

Image Source In case you haven't noticed, I've been MIA for almost two months. No, it's not because I've run out of things to write about or that I've lost weight and have become the epitome of physical marvel. I'm still plus size, I still have body issues from time to time... and I've been feeling sort of crappy and incomplete since I stopped writing. I feel like I just came out from

Deal Breakers

2011-09-19T08:00:00.002-04:00

-- The 'catch' that a particular individual cannot overlook and ultimately outweighs any redeeming quality the individual may possess. I've had my share of heartbreak, almost heartbreaks (the kind where luckily, you didn't get close enough to the person for them to do any real damage) and hurt feelings, some of which has been a result of my size. I refuse to be made to feel less than beautiful

Magazine Feature! Yay!

2011-09-08T09:36:00.001-04:00

The Barrel of Blogs has decided to feature my Dear Insecurities post in the August/September magazine issue. How exciting! So please check it out on page 44. Open publication - Free publishing - More blog

Pep Talk from a Fatty

2011-09-05T21:49:00.000-04:00

Lately I've been coming across (when I say coming across I actually mean overhearing conversations and sometimes being a part of them) healthy looking women who appear to be looking for a pep talk because they feel fat, gained weight or just can't lose more weight. I don't mean pudgy fluffy women either, I mean normal BMI having women. Women who make me wonder Why the heck are you stressing

{Wednesdays with Charley}

2011-08-24T21:10:00.000-04:00

EAT YOUR WAY TO BETTER SKIN PART 2By Charley of Defining Your Beauty and owleyescollection.etsy.com Here is some more information that I found about EATING YOUR WAY TO BETTER SKIN. All of the information has been taken from magazines and different sites. I hope that this information helps. Lemon + kiwi = complexion clearer How come oranges get all the citrus-fruit street cred? “

{Wednesdays with Charley}

2011-08-10T12:24:00.001-04:00

EAT YOUR WAY TO BETTER SKIN PART 1 By Charley of Defining Your Beauty Having beautiful skin is important to everyone. There are so many products that claim to help you obtain a perfect complexion and of course some of them work. But to truly get skin that glows and always looks healthy, you have to start within. Your skin reflects you diet, so if you eat fast food everyday and do not

Fashion Interview - Shavonne Dorsey

2011-08-07T01:48:00.000-04:00

I know next to nothing about fashion and beauty products but I do love pretty things. I got the chance to interview up and coming Chicago based designer Shavonne Dorsey. So when she blows up into Alexander McQueen and Belanciaga status (I don't even know how I remembered these names)...remember this interview. Shavonne Dorsey is a designer of fabulous apparel for women with a focus on powerfully

Happy Dance Moments

2011-08-04T23:12:00.007-04:00

You know that moment when you've been sifting through racks and racks of clothes but then you find that one cute dress that actually fits you right? You feel like you've just won a prize and can't get to the cashier fast enough right? That's a Happy Dance Moment, because sometimes you don't realize it but you literally do a little dance. You could have a Happy Dance Moment because of anything.

Panting, Puffing, Sweaty Hair and... Dancing?

2011-07-27T22:46:00.002-04:00

a "weheartit" photo I'm not active enough. I can admit that, and this summer heat by no means motivates me. I would sooner cozy up to a book before I do any sort of physical activity. Panting, puffing and sweaty hair does not make me a happy camper regardless of what the scale says. Exercising does not clear my mind the way people often claim that it does. I'm usually just a grumpy sweaty mess

{Wednesdays with Charley} Cute Jewelry

2011-07-21T00:04:00.000-04:00

Made By Charley of Defining Your BeautyFor all inquires please email definingyourbeauty@gmail.com Which ones are your favorites?

Missing In Action

2011-07-20T23:38:00.001-04:00

It would be a really (really) sad situation if no one noticed how inactive this blog has been lately... (really). If you have noticed, then I owe you an explanation. You see, Intrepid (that's what I call my laptop... and my fish, but I'm referring to my laptop right now) had been acting all wonky for a few weeks. I was actually hoping that it would do me a solid and fix its self so I wouldn't

{Wednesdays with Charley} Smile Today

2011-07-06T08:45:00.000-04:00

By Charley of Defining Your Beauty PUT A SMILE ON YOUR FACE AND MAKE THIS WORLD A BETTER PLACE. This week on Wednesday with Charley, I would like to talk about how you can change this moment for yourself and others. I know for myself, there are some days that I feel untouchable and other days I cannot bring myself to hold my head high. Have you ever noticed that you instantly feel better when

Wanna Be Nutritionists {Part Two}

2011-07-05T10:00:00.000-04:00

As stated in my Wanna Be Nutritionists post over a year ago: A wanna be nutritionist is someone who has had no training whatsoever in the field of nutrition but has read so many health books and seen so many discover health shows that they start believing that they have acquired a higher level of expertise in said field and feels qualified enough to give you nutrition advice. Not only do they

Happy 4th of July

2011-07-04T09:46:00.001-04:00

Happy 4th of July to my American peeps!Photo Source

{Wednesdays with Charley} The Numbers aren't Changing

2011-06-29T08:39:00.000-04:00

By Charley of Defining Your Beauty Hello Everyone, First of all, I would like to thank everyone that has been reading my weekly guest post and have been commenting. I am very grateful to C.L to allow me to write on her blog each week. This week I wanted to share my current struggles with losing weight. Sometimes I feel like I am continuously hitting my head against a brick wall. I have all the

A Movie for Me - DISFIGURED

2011-06-28T09:31:00.000-04:00

I found out about Disfigured on Kim's blog My Inner Chick and I had to watch it because 1.) It's an indie film (who doesn't love indie films?) and 2.) It's about a fat person with fat person issues. Long story short, I'm glad I watched it. This was probably the only movie that has built up a character that I could completely relate to and I'm certain a lot of you could relate to.The Story

GIVEAWAY: Winner Announcement

2011-06-23T21:00:00.001-04:00

I would just like to thank everyone who participated in my first giveaway. I'd especially like to thank Giveaway Blogs and UPrinting for allowing me the opportunity to host a giveaway with one of their products. So... it is an honor to announce the winner of 250 UPrinting custom label stickers... I hope you have your design ready! CONGRATULATIONS TAMELA!!!

GIVEAWAY: You can Win 250 Custom Labels from UPrinting

2011-06-22T20:58:00.003-04:00

Need labels for your business or for your kids' projects? One lucky winner will get 250 Stickers! About the standard/sheet labels:Size: 2" x 3.5"70lb Label Matte, Front Only Printing, 4 Business Days Turnaround. To enter, follow my blog on Google Friend Connect and tell me what custom design you'd want on your stickers. Make sure you leave a valid email address with each entry. For extra

{Wednesdays with Charley} Letting Go

2011-06-22T07:56:00.000-04:00

By Charley from Defining Your beauty Letting go is by far one of the most difficult things and person will do in their lifetime. Regardless of its letting go of a person, situation, an object, etc… By not letting go you are making sure that you re-live that moment over and over again. The most typical example would be a woman that stays in an abusive relationship or has a series of abusive