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The fashion industry and the media we consume on a daily basis has become so much more body positive and inclusive in recent years thanks in large part to social media, which has given consumers more power when sharing their demands and needs for the fashion industry. The body positivity and fat acceptance movements can also be credited with the transformation that the fashion industry has undergone. While the fat acceptance movement began in the 1960s, the body positivity movement has recently become mainstream, and they have both allowed people of all shapes, sizes and backgrounds to take their place—rightfully...

As plus size women, our bodies come in a variety of shapes and sizes. Just because we fall into the category of “plus” doesn’t mean we all look the same. Many of us use fruits and shapes to describe our figure. For example, apple-shaped women have strong shoulder and torso areas and a full upper waist, bust and upper back. Their body closely resembles that of an apple. Once you identify which shape or fruit your body most closely resembles—here is a thorough guide that can help you determine your body shape—you may be wondering which styles, fits and cuts...

From the time that I could dress myself, I always remember trying to squeeze into an XL at the most popular stores among teens in malls, which was where all of my thin friends shopped. My mom would usher me into plus size clothing stores like Lane Bryant or Torrid, but at the age of 13, the clothing in these stores seemed too matronly or far from my personal style. So I squeezed until XLs until 2013, when brands started to create cute clothes for plus size women that were on trend and stylish. This was mostly due to the...

You anticipate this day all year, and the outfit is just as—if not more—important as the actual day itself. And since we can’t just strut our stuff in just any regular outfit, you need a look that’s going to start the next year of your life off right. That’s right–we’re talking about the perfect birthday outfit. If you’re looking for birthday outfit inspiration, you’ve come to the right place, and your outfit may even set the tone for how you spend your birthday. Here are some birthday looks that are almost better than your birthday suit and where you should...

Business casual work environments are where fashion can thrive at work. If the dress code is too casual or too formal, a lot of times style gets sacrificed on both ends of the spectrum. If your dress code at work follows business casual rules, here is how you can spice up your work wardrobe for an extra dose of confidence while on the job. But before you take our advice, you should always consult your dress code or HR director to ensure you are in the clear. And if anyone ever says, “The office isn’t a runway,” they are wrong!...