Last year, thousands of young women entered the House of Dreams model search. And several past finalists have signed with modeling agencies such as Wilhelmina International Inc. and Ford Models.

This year, Torrid will narrow down the competition by hosting a place on Torrid.com where fans and friends can vote for their favorite contestant. Online voting will begin on Aug. 16 and House of Dreams finalists will be chosen that same month. Finalists will receive a trip to Los Angeles to participate in an exclusive photo shoot and one winner will be chosen for a trip to New York and meetings with top models and influencers in the industry.

To enter, you’ll need to fill out an application and send an 8×10 photo by Aug. 13. The application, available on Torrid.com, asks questions such as “If you were an item of clothing or an accessory, what would you be and why?” and “A charity or cause that is close to my heart is…” Plus, you’ll need to say why you think you should be the House of Dreams winner.

Watch below to see a video of from last year’s House of Dreams fashion show:

This color block maxi dress from Fashion Bug is great for summer. You can wear it to church or work, but it’s also a great day dress for weekends. The color blocking will be very figure flattering, and so is the ruched empire waist. Plus, the thick straps are modest enough for work — and allow you to wear a good supportive bra underneath.

Because it’s from Fashion Bug, it comes in a very large range of sizes, from XS to 3X. The normal price is $39.99, but right now it’s on sale for $31.99. And shipping is free if you choose Fashion Bug’s site to store option. Click here to buy

Who’s curvy: Most of the cast
Description from IMDB.com: Funny, heartbreaking and provocative, Huge follows the lives of seven teens and the staff at a weight-loss camp, as they look beneath the surface to discover their true selves and the truth about each other. The series revolves around Wellness Canyon, a weight-loss camp. It centers on Will, a funny, opinionated overweight girl sent to the camp by her wealthy parents who own a chain of fitness centers, and Amber, a curvy teen who is the skinniest girl at the camp but who considers herself too heavy.
Series: ABC Family (2010- )

Who’s curvy: Miracle Laurie as Mellie
Description from IMDB.com: The show follows an organization that employs mind-wiped humans known as Dolls who are implanted with false memories and skills for various missions and tasks. When they are not ‘at work’ they are living in a real life Dollhouse which gives the show the name. One of those mind-wiped humans, a young woman named Echo, is slowly starting to become aware of herself and what’s going on – all the while somebody on the outside is trying to bring the Dollhouse down while getting closer to Echo – possibly not aware that she is one of the Dolls he is after.
Network: Fox (2009-2010)

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Who’s curvy: Jill Scott as Precious Ramotswe
Description from TV.com: Alexander McCall Smith ‘s popular detective series comes to the small screen courtesy of HBO and the BBC. Oscar winner Anthony Minghella shepherds this project with a two-hour pilot shot in Botswana. Leading the cast is R&B singer/songwriter Jill Scott playing the role of Precious Ramotswe, a good-natured, intuitive mid-30′s woman who took to heart the inspiring lessons of her deceased father. The series tells of her adventures as she puts up the first and only female detective agency in her native country of Botswana.
Network: HBO (2008- )
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Star Brooke Elliott has a beautiful voice, and that’s been used to great effect on the CD (“Would I Lie To You”) as well as on the show, when her character Jane often breaks out into song.

“It’s a little bit of home in this new home I’m creating,” Elliott recently told Access Atlanta from Georgia, where “Drop Dead Diva” shoots. “I like that we don’t necessarily do it all the time, but throw it in every once in awhile. I love those moments.”

Others on the CD include Margaret Cho (Teri), dueting with Elliott on “Would I Lie to You” and also singing “Restraining Order”; and Ben Feldman (Fred) with “Baby, I Need Your Loving.”

Those who know Elliott’s background shouldn’t be surprised that music has become a big part of the show. She’s a graduate of the theater program at Western Michigan University, and her Broadway experience includes roles in “Beauty and the Beast,” “Taboo” and “Wicked.”

It was during “Taboo” that Elliott first met Rosie O’Donnell, who has guest starred as a judge on “Drop Dead Diva.”

“Rosie said, ‘Don’t forget who you are. Don’t let them define who you are.’ … That’s in my head more and more as I go into the project,” Elliott said in the Access Atlanta interview.

It has a lovely crocheted back and shoulder detail. It’s a great way to show some skin without revealing too much. The top has great reviews on the retailer website, and should be long enough to cover your tummy, if you’re one of the many women self-conscious about it.

The tunic is available in several colors, including the “strong blue” shown, along with black, “crown jewel” purple and “cerise” pink. Each costs just $14, and can be shipped to your home for just 97 cents.

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This pretty yellow tank top from Torrid would be a great part of your summer wardrobe. It’s got a bright, cheerful, summery butterfly pattern, and the sleeveless design ensures you’ll stay cool. I also love the slightly elasticized empire waist, which gives it a little dimension. The back is very pretty too, with a criss-cross strap design.

The floral burnout tank costs $28 and is available in sizes 0 (12) to 5 (30/32). One thing to note, however: It is decorated with small beads, so you’ll have to wash it by hand.

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