Written by Emily Robertson
Club curvaceous is hosting what is sure to be a classy, cool, electric BBW night in coco’s upstairs in Stratford upon Avon. With its ‘hunky hosts and curvaceous hostesses’ it is really going to be a fantastic night to remember and for the next 7 days it is 3 for 2 for tickets!
This exclusive night includes a Congo drummer to get your rhythm going and a belly dancer who will be teaching all you voluptuous goddesses some top moves. The trendy bar will have nibbles and a comfortable V.I.P. seating area boasting a chic atmosphere if you fancy relaxing or simply taking a break!
The evening is being hosted by Julie Lou Weston who launched these special nights. Julie is also a qualified photographer and will be charging a small fee to any girl who would like to have some professional, beautiful photos taken on the night either alone or with your friends. She is an expert at photography BBW so don’t be shy!
A lucky girl will also win this free on the night, you will all be entered so fingers crossed! However, if you are wanting to treat yourself book a place in the photo booth online and get 10% off the package price!
The night is on the 17th of October and tickets are really selling out fast! It is a great chance to let your hair down and make some new friends, everyone will have one thing in common you are all BBW and proud of it, the night is devoted to you curvaceous goddesses and it’s a chance to show off your confidence and sexiness and have a lot of fun!
Showing posts with label voluptuous. Show all posts
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Thursday, 18 September 2008
Tuesday, 30 October 2007
America Ferrera on Curves
America Ferrera, the 23 year old star of 'Ugly Betty' has recently spoken out for the curvy woman about her views on curves, eating disorders and size sero. In the real world America would be classed as a woman of normal proportions - but in LA and the world of celebrity that she resides she is classed as curvy. Does living in such a looks obsessed bubble have an effect on how America feels about herself?'
There are time when I go to the gym and really try, and there are times when I just don't. Even if I wanted to be anorexic, I just don't have what it takes. After four hours of being anorexic, I'd be like, 'It's been a whole four hours. Feed me!'
She says; 'There's just way too much attention placed on the way we look. And I think it's hilarious when people call Jessica Alba and Eva Longoria curvy. Come on - they're not curvy. I'm curvy!'
Luckily for America she has landed a job that celebrates her individuality so she is not under the same pressure as other actresses to maintain an unnaturally slim figure. 'I've been really lucky. The role has prepared me to be exactly who I am and not to change. And what is normal now? Is it normal to be size zero? Starving yourself is not beautiful.'
Get the look - America is pictured in a beautiful lace overlay dress. Get the look in plus sizes with the lace dress from Curvety.com.
Friday, 31 August 2007
New Plus Size Resource
I have discovered a brand new plus size resource called 'Larger Than Life'. This is the first UK based forum site I have come across specifically for the fuller figured woman and I think it is a great idea to have a community where we can air our grievances, give & receive advice & chat to like minded people.
The website is brand new so needs your support to make it the true resource it has the potential to be. Check it out now - Larger Than Life.
There are also some introductory offers available, specifically a discount code for my favourite plus size clothing shop - Curvety.com.
The website is brand new so needs your support to make it the true resource it has the potential to be. Check it out now - Larger Than Life.
There are also some introductory offers available, specifically a discount code for my favourite plus size clothing shop - Curvety.com.
Tuesday, 6 March 2007
REAL CURVES MODEL REFUSES SIZE '0' DIET IN HOPE OF HALTING FASHION INDUSTRIES UNHEALTHY OBSESSION
Jen Hunter has already proved her popularity with the general public through her success as the final woman in Five's show, Make Me A Supermodel. But she could never have guessed the waves she would make in the fashion industries current super skinny model debate.
Her vital stats are impressive: 6'0 tall and although she's just lost two inches from her waist, she weighs around 11 stone and remains a size 12.
The show's judges saw her as a thorn in their side and her size 12 figure was ridiculed on the programme. She was called stocky, lazy and greedy. But ordinary woman throughout the country were disgusted by this promotion of anorexia as judges drooled over the bony figure of fellow competitor Marianne Berglund, a US size zero, equivalent to a UK size four.
The nastiness reached its low-point when judge Tandy Anderson, boss of a model agency, laughed when Jen was knocked out. 'Originally I thought I'd been put in for a reason, I thought they were going to be positive about my size. Now I'm not sure whether I was put in as a token gesture'.
If that was the judges' plan it backfired. While Jen admits she felt depressed inside the house where the show was filmed, outside and unknown to her, public support was growing. When she was voted the winner in the female category, she couldn't believe it.
Now, with politicians, designers and high street stores following her lead, Jen has hit out at the TV show's presenter, Rachel Hunter, and says she hopes the changes being demanded of the industry aren't a flash in the pan.
She said: 'I'm hoping that what I have gone through has helped change beliefs and I am praying that it's going to carry on changing. It would be a shame for the size zero debate to be a flash in the pan, we wouldn't have achieved enough if it stopped now.'
After the show Jen had problems finding a mainstream modelling agency that would take on a size 12. 'There were 'plus size' agencies keen to sign me up but I thought that went against what I was trying to stand up for. Then I was really lucky to join Cape London, who are promoting me in a positive way and not as plus-size or anything else other than a fashion model.'
Most recently Jen was signed as the face of the new Nokia fashion phone and hopes to continue promoting healthy body image. I'm sure she will continue to play an important role in the current size debates.
Being more voluptuous definitely doesn't mean frumpy. Particularly when there is now so much fashion choice - such as this Gorgeous dress available at Curvety.com.
Her vital stats are impressive: 6'0 tall and although she's just lost two inches from her waist, she weighs around 11 stone and remains a size 12.
The show's judges saw her as a thorn in their side and her size 12 figure was ridiculed on the programme. She was called stocky, lazy and greedy. But ordinary woman throughout the country were disgusted by this promotion of anorexia as judges drooled over the bony figure of fellow competitor Marianne Berglund, a US size zero, equivalent to a UK size four.
The nastiness reached its low-point when judge Tandy Anderson, boss of a model agency, laughed when Jen was knocked out. 'Originally I thought I'd been put in for a reason, I thought they were going to be positive about my size. Now I'm not sure whether I was put in as a token gesture'.
If that was the judges' plan it backfired. While Jen admits she felt depressed inside the house where the show was filmed, outside and unknown to her, public support was growing. When she was voted the winner in the female category, she couldn't believe it.
Now, with politicians, designers and high street stores following her lead, Jen has hit out at the TV show's presenter, Rachel Hunter, and says she hopes the changes being demanded of the industry aren't a flash in the pan.
She said: 'I'm hoping that what I have gone through has helped change beliefs and I am praying that it's going to carry on changing. It would be a shame for the size zero debate to be a flash in the pan, we wouldn't have achieved enough if it stopped now.'
After the show Jen had problems finding a mainstream modelling agency that would take on a size 12. 'There were 'plus size' agencies keen to sign me up but I thought that went against what I was trying to stand up for. Then I was really lucky to join Cape London, who are promoting me in a positive way and not as plus-size or anything else other than a fashion model.'
Most recently Jen was signed as the face of the new Nokia fashion phone and hopes to continue promoting healthy body image. I'm sure she will continue to play an important role in the current size debates.
Being more voluptuous definitely doesn't mean frumpy. Particularly when there is now so much fashion choice - such as this Gorgeous dress available at Curvety.com.
Monday, 12 February 2007
Anna Nicole Smith - Fridge proves she had issues
Anna Nicole Smith died on Thursday, aged 39, after being discovered unconscious in her hotel room. The cause of death is not yet confirmed, however everyone has an opinion and the general consensus is drug related.
TMZ.com has discovered a photo of the inside of Anna Nicole's fridge in the hotel that she was staying in. They say they have 100% verified that the photo is authentic. The photo was taken after she died and the contents and possible consequences are shocking. For those of you who aren't aware, Anna Nicole is a spokesperson for controversial diet pill TRIMSPA after reportedly losing 69lbs using the product. So it is no surprise that next to the fridge are several bottles of TRIMSPA. However - finding a number of cans of slimfast inside was more telling.
Alongside the slimfast was miracle 2000 (marketed as a nutritional supplement for 'today's active lifestyle', French's Worcestershire Sauce, yogurt and spray butter. This mix of diet supplements and 'almost foods' paint a very bleak picture of the daily fight that Anna Nicole underwent to maintain a figure she was happy with.
One of the most shocking finds was methadone as autopsy reports showed that her son had died from a combination of the methadone drug in his system only 5 months earlier. Another surprising find in the fridge was several vials of medication that appeared usable by injection only.
Ironically, Anna Nicole's role model was Marilyn Monroe, the original voluptuous icon who died of a drug overdose at age 36 in 1962.
It goes to show that being happy with who and what you are is the most important thing. Entering into the unknown world of quick fixes to maintain what you perceive as the ideal outward persona is not only psychologically damaging - it may well be that it can kill you! I for one would like to lose weight but intend to do it the safe and tested way and in the mean time I can get the sultry voluptuous look without the health issues
TMZ.com has discovered a photo of the inside of Anna Nicole's fridge in the hotel that she was staying in. They say they have 100% verified that the photo is authentic. The photo was taken after she died and the contents and possible consequences are shocking. For those of you who aren't aware, Anna Nicole is a spokesperson for controversial diet pill TRIMSPA after reportedly losing 69lbs using the product. So it is no surprise that next to the fridge are several bottles of TRIMSPA. However - finding a number of cans of slimfast inside was more telling.
Alongside the slimfast was miracle 2000 (marketed as a nutritional supplement for 'today's active lifestyle', French's Worcestershire Sauce, yogurt and spray butter. This mix of diet supplements and 'almost foods' paint a very bleak picture of the daily fight that Anna Nicole underwent to maintain a figure she was happy with.
One of the most shocking finds was methadone as autopsy reports showed that her son had died from a combination of the methadone drug in his system only 5 months earlier. Another surprising find in the fridge was several vials of medication that appeared usable by injection only.
Ironically, Anna Nicole's role model was Marilyn Monroe, the original voluptuous icon who died of a drug overdose at age 36 in 1962.
It goes to show that being happy with who and what you are is the most important thing. Entering into the unknown world of quick fixes to maintain what you perceive as the ideal outward persona is not only psychologically damaging - it may well be that it can kill you! I for one would like to lose weight but intend to do it the safe and tested way and in the mean time I can get the sultry voluptuous look without the health issues
Friday, 2 February 2007
Does being overweight effect your career opportunities?
Recent research has found that almost three quarters of bosses believe there is prejudice in the work place against the seriously overweight. This rises further among those who consider themselves overweight.
The research found that the majority believe that people who are overweight are lacking self-discipline, self-control, energy and drive. In contrast most believe those who are very fit are better able to cope with the demands of a senior role in business and are better able to deal with stress and tough business decisions.
Being slim is often equated with being successful. If you have two candidates both capable of doing a job and one is of normal weight and the other is heavily overweight, then often the thinner person will be chosen - particularly if they will be in a client-facing role.
So gone are the days when only celebrities and supermodels have to worry about their appearance for the longevity of their career. No longer can we rely on our brain power and skill to gain the prospects which are rightfully ours. Our slimmer counterparts also have the benefit of being able to dress the part with reasonably priced officewear freely available on the high street. Is it so easy for those who are a 16 plus?
So why is this prejudice allowed when we live in a nation so keen to stamp out inequalities in all other areas? Ignorance is the driving force of prejudice and discrimination. Until society is awakened to the unjust treatment of the obese, the discrimination will continue. Just as racism, sexism and other prejudices have been out in the open and recognized by the majority as wrong, so must ‘sizism’.
To look great in the office try this Fab wrap shirt which is available in red or white. Pair it with some smart black trousers and you will be the best dressed in your office. Let them dare to say you don't look the part!
The research found that the majority believe that people who are overweight are lacking self-discipline, self-control, energy and drive. In contrast most believe those who are very fit are better able to cope with the demands of a senior role in business and are better able to deal with stress and tough business decisions.
Being slim is often equated with being successful. If you have two candidates both capable of doing a job and one is of normal weight and the other is heavily overweight, then often the thinner person will be chosen - particularly if they will be in a client-facing role.
So gone are the days when only celebrities and supermodels have to worry about their appearance for the longevity of their career. No longer can we rely on our brain power and skill to gain the prospects which are rightfully ours. Our slimmer counterparts also have the benefit of being able to dress the part with reasonably priced officewear freely available on the high street. Is it so easy for those who are a 16 plus?
So why is this prejudice allowed when we live in a nation so keen to stamp out inequalities in all other areas? Ignorance is the driving force of prejudice and discrimination. Until society is awakened to the unjust treatment of the obese, the discrimination will continue. Just as racism, sexism and other prejudices have been out in the open and recognized by the majority as wrong, so must ‘sizism’.
To look great in the office try this Fab wrap shirt which is available in red or white. Pair it with some smart black trousers and you will be the best dressed in your office. Let them dare to say you don't look the part!
Tuesday, 30 January 2007
Voluptuous Dreamgirl Oscar Nomination
Jennifer first earned attention as one of the twelve finalists on American Idol in 2004. She grew up singing in gospel choirs, acting in community theater productions & singing on cruise lines but her naturally raw, soulful vocals had no formal musical training to speak of. Two years later she found her way into the auditioning room for the coveted role of Effie White, a character synonymous with plus size power and angst. Effie is the cast-off member of a popular 60s girl group in the film version of the popular Broadway musical 'Dreamgirls'. This time Jennifer was the winner and she was even ordered to gain weight for the role. In a make-or-break role of a lifetime Hudson makes the role her own in both acting and musical intensity. She has already won the National Board of Review for 'Breakthrough Performance', New York Film Critics Award, Phoenix Film Critic's Society Award, Golden Satellite Award, a Golden Globe Award and also a BAFTA and Oscar nomination. We will be watching on Sunday 25th February to see what Jennifer wears as she represents real figures with real talent in the biggest award ceremony of the year. Jennifer said that she has already been 'overwhelmed with clothes from every designer'. Does this mean a change to the designer thinking? Will we soon be able to thank Jennifer and other plus size icons for making curves mainstream?In the mean time you can get award ceremony glamour in plus sizes online at Curvety.com - a fab site for plus size evening wear which is glam enough for any red carpet!
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