I just got back from traveling all around Morocco with a group of plus size women. We were thrilled to experience Marrakech, the Agafay Desert, and Essaouira, but our biggest concern before leaving was what to wear in Morocco as a woman. I spent a considerable amount of time researching what to wear and why Morocco may have a more conservative dress code and found that, due to the country’s strong religious and traditional roots, it’s best for women to cover their shoulders, chest, and knees.

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Haven’t you heard? We’re wearing plus size boxers and making whole outfits out of them. You may have seen the plus size boxer shorts trend all over Pinterest, like I did! But when I went to shop for them, they were so hard to find in my size. The fact that these boxers are cotton or linen makes it more practical to wear them outside and style them into the outfit, but that also means that they don’t stretch, and you can’t just buy any pair of boxer shorts and expect them to fit.

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Are you shopping for the best plus size shapewear? I’m sharing my tried and true favorite plus size shapewear and brands in this post! 

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Whether you wear plus size shapewear with every outfit or are new to shapewear and trying to find which style and size works best for you, you’ve come to the right place!

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What’s a Plus Size Capsule Wardrobe?

A capsule wardrobe is a carefully curated collection of versatile clothing items that can be mixed and matched to create a variety of outfits. Basically, a capsule wardrobe is filled with basic, staple clothing that can be mixed and matched and pairs well with everything.

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It’s the first week of October, so it’s time to start thinking about the perfect costume for your curves! Whether you like to come up with your costume ideas and coordinate the whole fit yourself or buy a pre-packaged Halloween costume that ships fast, I’ve got you covered! You might be wondering where to find the best plus size Halloween costumes that fit comfortably and make you feel confident and fabulous, which is why I have written this blog post for you.

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I just got back from New York Fashion Week, and I can’t wait to show you the NYFW plus size outfits I rocked! Every look I styled felt so true to the different versions of myself that I always try to celebrate and highlight through clothing. All-in-all, this was definitely my favorite fashion week so far.

But let me be real; putting those looks together and participating in fashion week took a ton of time, effort, and self-assurance.

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Luxury fashion isn’t just for one body type! Plus-size gals want in on the plus size designer clothes, too! I’ve spent most of my life bargain-hunting for affordable plus-size clothing, scouring the sales racks since I got my first job at 14. But recently, I decided to treat myself a little and invest in some high-end plus-size fashion. My mission? Scoring designer outfits that would turn heads at New York Fashion Week.

As I started my quest for plus size designer clothing, I quickly realized there weren’t as many options as I had hoped for.

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Have you ever wished you could have six new pieces of clothing to wear every month for under $100? Well, now you can! I have been using nuuly, a clothing subscription and rental service, for a year now, and I must tell you all about it! Not only is renting clothes a great way to diversify your wardrobe without your closet exploding, but it’s also more environmentally friendly and sustainable than purchasing fast fashion. If you’ve heard about nuuly plus size clothing, but you’re not sure if a clothing subscription service is right for you, I will share my review of this nuuly plus size clothing rental service in this blog post!

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I know everyone is different—especially regarding plus size swimsuits and having your go-to places where to buy swimsuits. If you’re like me, you love showing skin and wearing bikinis with a cheeky fit or trying plus size swimwear that are more on the sexy side. However, I also understand the importance of a full coverage one piece—and even a swimsuit with sleeves! Don’t worry; we will go over all of your options here because I want you to have the most empowered and confident summer you’ve ever had!

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Shopping for affordable plus size clothing can be a challenge, but I wrote this blog post to highlight some of my favorite plus size brands that offer plus size clothing at a decent price. For a lot of these plus size stores, you can shop both in-store and online.

Some of my favorite plus size stores to shop at like Eloquii, Able, and Fashion to Figure often have a higher price point (around $70-$200 per garment).

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