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“BRITAIN’S NEXT TOP MODEL’S” JULIEN MACDONALD RELEASES BOLD STATEMENT ABOUT THE PLUS SIZE WOMAN’S ROLE ON THE CATWALK

by Diana on August 29, 2010

In its most recent season, the winner of “America’s Next Top Model” was a plus size woman. Five other plus size models were on the show before her, but she was the first plus-size winner.

The British version of the show “Britain’s Next Top Model” only has contestants that are typical model sizes. Julien MacDonald is a judge on the show and recently said on behalf of the competition that, “There were no plus-size models. This is a serious show. You can’t have a plus-size girl winning — it makes it a joke. It’s not fair on them. You’re setting them up for a fall.”

Welsh fashion designer Julien MacDonald has obviously been living in the land of the super skinny for too long. Designers focus on making clothes for women whose lack of curves makes them the perfect hanger for their creations.

Tyra Banks, who created America’s Next Top Model, is so intent on bringing a new awareness to the size of the average woman that she is developing a new show for teen models from sizes 12 to 20. Banks has said that she doesn’t approve of the negative slant of the term “plus size” when it is actually the size of the average woman.

Starting with the British model Twiggy, models have become much thinner than the women who buy the clothes they promote. Recent years have seen a backlash against models who are too thin. Girls who aren’t even teenagers yet see those models and start to believe that in order to be “normal”, they have to be super thin.

Ironically, statistics show that the average size of a British woman is a 16 (U.S. size 12). The average American woman is a size 14, but a third of all American women are size 16 or over. Maybe “Britain’s Next Top Model” and the fashion industry in general should realize that if they want to sell the fashions they design, then they should be paying more attention to the statistics of the real “average woman”.

What do you think? Would you like to see more plus-size models on the catwalk and in fashion ads?

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Sexy Summer Swimsuits Come In All Shapes When You’re Curvy

by Jean on August 24, 2010

Looking for the perfect swimsuit is one of life’s cruelest jokes. The lighting, the magnified view of every layer, and the added pressure of shopping alongside size zero females usually ends in frustration and some sort of fruit cocktail. Luckily, there’s hope for those of us that aren’t a size zero (and most of us aren’t) with The Curvy Revolution Event that will be held at Planet Hollywood’s Resort and Casino, February 18th-20th, 2011.

The event will focus on REAL women in REAL sizes with opportunities to engage in empowering workshops, find flattering swimsuits – no matter your size, and interact with Swimsuitsforall.com’s Brand Ambassador, Pat Swift. The whole purpose of TCR is to inspire and celebrate the real women who fear swimsuit season, while finding a sense of confidence in the “plus” size.

For two days, participants will be invited to celebrity discussion panels, a star-studded fashion show, and a charity gala. A featured highlight of the event is the Diva Swap, where ladies bring gently used or never worn clothing and swap with other fashionable “divas” or donate to charity.
As Event Producer Keke Dillard says, “This is not an event, it’s an EXPERIENCE.”

TCR is sure to make even your worst swimsuit shopping trip a distant memory. Your body will thank you, your new swimsuit will celebrate you.

While searching for the perfect (or even mildly tolerable) suit, have you ever had a dressing room nightmare?

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According To “Mad Men”, The Hourglass Heroine is the New, Retro Sexy

by Linda on August 17, 2010

It is rather appropriate that the series that Christina Hendricks is currently doing is called “Mad Men”. Hendricks, who is one of the central characters in the television phenom, was recently voted the ‘sexiest woman in the world’ in a poll by leading magazine, Esquire. She has also been receiving a lot of positive feedback for her size-12, hourglass-figure.

Now, if you are still wondering about the title, it’s appropriate because Hendricks, who doesn’t fit into the typical mold of a modern Hollywood woman, is being complimented for her figure. And, it is appropriate because “plus-size” was synonymous with sexy in retro Hollywood. This was before the media began to change the audience’s perception of what sexy should be… Hendricks, however, is bringing it back.

While many women spend a lot of time worrying about their figure, someone like Hendricks is an inspiration. She has stuck to what she believes in and hasn’t changed the way she looks to meet society’s expectations.

However, all this hoopla about Hendricks being the new face for plus-sized women brings us to a very important question: Does she really fit into the definition of a plus sized woman or is she someone who is blessed with an almost perfect hourglass figure?

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Styles That Work Best For Real Women

by Diana on August 11, 2010

It may be hard to see the deeply colored trends on this fall’s horizon, but make no mistake, the economic lock-down isn’t hindering fashion; in fact, expect the opposite. Designers are declaring the recession is over with luxury fabrics that show off winter’s skin by reintroducing cozy mainstays that not only offer warmth and comfort, but a fresh take on the familiar; and instead of covering up, they’re revealing a little more this season.

From leather to velvet, this season is all about customized materials that blend femininity and warmth. Be fearless. Blur and smudge those lines with military fashion that dares to ask the question, “Did you find that in the men or women’s section?”

Although a simple and neutral approach, tan is showing promise this autumn, from coats to suits. The cusp of winter is also allowing women a walk on the wild side with cutaway clothing and sheer fabrics that make room for geometric patterns and brief encounters of skin (wink, wink), while still protecting you from an autumn breeze.

But if you prefer to stay covered up this winter, then fear not! Tights and leggings are in again this year, allowing women to sport looser clothing up top while snug and insulating leg wear offers a slimming and attractive look on the bottom. Want to show off a little leg? Then cozy up with knee-high socks and loose-fitting, whimsical skirts. Push your fashion envelope as far as it will go this winter, because when you open it, you’ll find a brand new you.

Tell us, which of these styles do you think works best for plus-sized women?

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ARE TOPLESS SWIMSUIT MODELS IN POPULAR MEDIA OUTLETS OFFENSIVE?

by Linda on August 3, 2010

There’s no doubt about it: sex sells. These days, it’s hard to escape it, and its various forms, in the media. Does a topless swimsuit model in a magazine bother you? How about on a billboard? While we’re not in the business of launching a multi million dollar topless campaign, we want to hear your thoughts on a recent episode of pop culture TV phenom, “Mad Men”. Does the following scenario offend you?

In the first episode of season four of the acclaimed cable TV drama “Mad Men,” ad exec Don Draper (played by Jon Hamm) creates an ad campaign that is too risky and racy for the delicate sensibilities of a modest swimsuit brand — at least, by late-’60s standards. The ad portrays a young female model in bikini bottoms with a post-production banner plastered across the ad to cover her chest. The banner reads: “So well built, we can’t show you the second floor.”

Don was quite pleased with himself and his ingenuity, but his clients, two prudish guys from Jantzen, thought otherwise. Don, arrogant and egotistical, was completely outraged and kicked them out of his office and onto the curb.

Are Don’s frustrations and anger justified?

If you weren’t around to remember the ’60s, it’s hard to fathom that such an innocent ad would be perceived so negatively, especially with the imagery seen on TV today. Then again, that’s the nature of the advertising industry: to make you turn your head, to create a stir, to push the boundaries and to keep that brand at the forefront of your mind.

But, would a controversial ad prevent you from buying that swimsuit, or would the publicity alone drive you toward a purchase? So, we want to know: have American sensibilities changed since the ‘60s – is it more acceptable now, less or the same?

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The Cat-Walk Sizzles For 2011 Swim Trends

by Jean on July 23, 2010

Miami hosted the annual Mercedes-Benz designer swimwear show, whirl-wind party of 20 shows, from July 15-19. New and respected labels like Luli Fama and Ed Hardy displayed the hottest trends expected for the 2011 beach scene. Models stalked out in various states of dress and undress, flaunting some really exotic cuts. Beachwear is a legitimate style and a new fashion season.

If it takes time to find your personal style, at least there are options. Think foreign, exotic, and eye-catching. Inspiration bloomed from whatever resort locale including the jet-set steal away to the shimmery coast of Morocco to the tropical, jungle prints of the Caribbean. One collection, named “Acapulco Gold,” was a take on ‘70s glam. There was even a glimpse of classic 50s cut and muted safari khaki.

Select your metallic, fuchsia colored, or animal-print, bikini, monokini, or one-piece. Look at the style, cut-outs, and possibly the rhinestone, gold work trim or maybe the S&M banding, and bravely match your accessories. Yes, you can be fully dressed and trendy, or bare it all; it is all legally swimwear now. Tone the look up or quiet down the swimsuit’s noise with leggings, harem pants, wraps, dashikis, or caftans. 2011 will present a jungle of choices.

Share with us! Which trends set your heart racing for 2011 swim season and what fads do you feel brave enough to try? Or are the more classic prints closer to your taste?

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