Year: 2022

FOURTEEN Years. Can you believe that The Curvy Fashionista has been going strong for 14 years?! I find myself feeling incredibly blessed and excited about this journey of bringing YOU the latest in plus size fashion! And today? We are celebrating with Big Fig Mattress!

It has been crazy to look back at where we have come from to also ideate about where we are headed! What started as a blog to accompany and share my escapades into launching an online boutique, has transformed into a media platform for plus size fashion and lifestyle content! WHOA!

Over the past years, as we have grown and celebrated, we have partnered with various brands to give back to YOU! Well, today, we are extremely excited to link up with Big Fig Mattress to hook one of you lucky readers up with their very own Queen Mattress, frame, and foundation!

TCF is Giving

When it comes to finding new contemporary plus size fashion brands or designers in this space, it is always exciting to stumble upon a new one. Especially a brand who champions sustainable fashion AND one that includes and considers the plus size consumer. Such is the case with AS by DF, a contemporary ready to wear label, that recently launched and included a curve range in their assortment.  

“The classic moto leather jacket, one of the most timeless and cool pieces a woman can own.”

Denise Focil

And when you add plus size leather into the mix- recycled or upcycled plus size leather? Curiosity is immediately piqued. AS by DF is the brand by Denise Focil who started her brand in 2009 with one goal in mind: to make the perfect leather jacket.

As we get ready for the family functions, the company parties, and the New Year’s celebrations, finding the perfect plus size party outfit is no longer a daunting task. Here, to help make sure we have the perfect options to play in, is the Jibri holiday collection, that just dropped!

If you are not familiar, Jibri is the contemporary plus size designer label, that has been leading, shaping, and redefining plus size fashion, over the past 15 years! No, seriously. Jasmine Elder has been innovating, pushing the boundaries on silhouettes that the plus size community has access to.

You can expect a limited run in this collection. Exclusive fabrications that rarely make a return- if you have shopped or been a fan of the brand, then you know this.

But are you ready to see what and why we were excited? Let’s go take a peek at the Jibri Holiday

It is the moment we’ve all been waiting for! Our annual Faby Awards are back for 2022, presenting a wide variety of categories to recognize only the most influential fashion figures, personalities, brands and creatives!

Today, we’re naming the future greats of the next generation: the nominees for Most Fashionable Kid of the year are an adorable representation of fashion leaders, activists and it girls to come! They are each unique in their own way and show talent in the areas of style, beauty, entertainment and so much more. 

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1. North West

North West pretty much grew up in the front row of fashion week, so it’s no wonder this young one manages to express such a distinct sense of personal style and is refining it day by day! The now 9-year-old is active on TikTok, showing her millions of followers how she does

It has been some time since we have had a plus size documentary centering on the fashion of the plus size industry, the people who make it happen, from the community, by the community. Laquinta Davis, also known as DivaBigg, is here to change that with her Fat IS Fashion documentary!

If you are not familiar, DivaBigg is a body positive company. DivaBigg centers around three divisions: apparel, modeling and show production. Through their slogan, “My FAT is My Beauty”, they work daily to push that mindset in the women they mentor and the people they serve.

LaQuinta Davis has sought out influential figures across the plus size fashion industry from near and far to take part in this event and this documentary. Each cast member shares their story from the perspective of their role in the industry.

The cast for Fat Is Fashion is a who’s who in the

Looking for a great plus size party dress for New Year’s Eve? Are you going out with the boo, hanging with the family or hitting the town with your girls? Me? Well, my family keep it low-key in our jammies.

BUT if you are headed out for a night on the town, finding that perfect New Year’s Eve plus size dress is easier than ever with the variety of plus size brands, designers, and retailers, and of course, we are here to help you find that ONE!

So what style of New Year’s Eve Plus Size Party Dresses are you looking for?

If you want a segzy floor length number, we got you. A shorter frock to show off the legs? Fancy a little lace or sequins? We got you covered and if you are looking for a more specific look, check

When you were a kid, did you love opening your Christmas stocking? Did you and your siblings open the stocking as soon as you woke up and before breakfast was made? It was the perfect preview to the main event. And today, we talk about one of our favorite items inside, the beauty stocking stuffers!

Now that we’re now adults, do you still love your Christmas stocking? Not because of the candy and toys you might get, but because some of the best beauty treats are perfect for stocking stuffers.

This is why we’ve put together a list of some of our favorite stocking stuffers that we (and you) can plan to give to our friends and family. Even better? These beauty stocking stuffers mayyy be a bit easier on the budget. Also? The right beauty stocking stuffers introduce your loved ones to new beauty options and products that they

When was the last time you checked out the latest from Ashley Stewart? by Marie Denee

Many of these plus size brands have been playing around and making quiet changes. From acquisitions, to expanding size ranges, these plus size brands have been busy. And one who you should take another look at is Ashley Stewart.

While Torrid dropped Torrid Studio, Fashion to Figure added FTF Labs, and City Chic has acquired Avenue, Evans, Navabi, Hips & Curves, and CoEdition! Full Beauty changed its name back to One Stop Plus and launched a new younger sister brand, June + Vie. Even Lane Bryant has quietly extended sizing options, especially after selling Catherine’s to the One Stop Plus family!

But let’s get back to the updates from Ashley Stewart… When was the last time you visited the Ashley Stewart website? Their site has been updated and refreshed, and get this!?! They now

Have a loved one who is always traveling or on the go? We’ve rounded up a few gift ideas for the plus size traveler, to help them travel in comfort and style. by Team TCF

I don’t know about you, but I am so ready for the holidays and a getaway! We had a challenging past few years, even this year had its “what is happening” moments too! As we head into the holiday season and folks are traveling, we thought, why not a few gift ideas for the plus size traveler?

Some people are traveling, while some are still lying low. But for the plus size traveler friend or family member who is always on the go, we came up with a list of some of the best gift ideas for the plus size traveler and jet setter in your life, to help them travel in style and in