Color is the New Black

by Ta'Nashea McLeod

 I'm loving this playful and colorful layered necklace and earring set by Farrah Estrella Jewelry.

Command attention in this light blue easy-to-wear plus size faux wrap, short sleeve ring dress by Avenue.

I recently revamped my closet with a few colorful additions. In the past if you were to take a tour of my closet, you would have been met by a sea of black. So needless to say this color overhaul was badly needed.

I’ve always considered myself a fashionista despite my failure to abide by a few of the age old fashion rules. You know the ones don’t mix patterns, never wear white after Labor Day, and don't even think about combining your metals. Well it’s a new day in fashion and those rules are old news.  

The one rule I’ve heard most over the years is "wear black because it’s slimming." I will admit as I got older and curvier I fell victim to this way of thinking. I’ve now come to the knowledge that it’s not necessarily the color of the garment, but more importantly the fit that determines how flattering it looks. Thanks to Avenue Fashion for Women Sizes 14 & Up I got the color fix I needed. Color is the new black!!!!

Create your own love story with this sleeveless, romantic ruffles, and ultra-feminine fuchsia dress by Avenue.

Add white hot style to your wardrobe with this one button plus size blazer by Avenue and nude heels by Steve Madden.

Get a cool, edgy look with this hot pink, princess seamed, mixed zip and button hardware blend cropped chino jacket by Avenue.

Don't for get to break the rules with an unexpected splash of color. I was comfortable and chic in these mustard colored open toe flats also by Avenue. 

My side pocket front tie dress, belt, sunglasses, and clutch are all part of my many thrift store finds!

Shop these looks and countless more at: http://www.avenue.com/

How do you feel about wearing color? Please share your thoughts, with us!

About the Author:

Ta'Nashea McLeod, a plus model based out of Tampa Florida, is also a fashion & lifestyle blogger, spokesperson, and president/founder of the Curvy Fashion Exchange. As a professional plus size model experienced in commercial, print, fit, and runway modeling, Ta'Nashea has participated in countless fashion show events and featured in numerous magazines. Ta’Nashea definitely has a passion for helping society view full-figure fashion in a positive light.  

Style369.com’s London Style

by Ta'Nashea McLeod

All eyes are on London with the 2012 Olympics starting in a few days and there has been a lot of talk surrounding fashion. Everything from what the athletes will be wearing to London’s very own street style.  

Style369.com has taken away the guess work and made it easy for you to get the inimitable, enviable look of a London fashionista.

Style369.com celebrates all that is fabulous with “London Style” a feature on their products that represent London’s open-minded, cutting edge approach to curvy fashion.


To read more follow link below!
http://www.examiner.com/article/style369-com-s-london-style?cid=db_articles

Photos Courtesy of http://www.style369.com/

“Embrace” A Curvy & Plus Size Charity Fashion Show.

by Ta'Nashea McLeod

Tampa Fashion Designer Audrey Pat McGhee of APM Fashion presents “Embrace” A Curvy & Plus Size Charity Fashion Show.

 

Audrey “Pat” McGhee creates custom designs for clients specifically with the client's figure in mind. She designs clothes for women who are sizes 6 to 24, with a focus on the women who were the forgotten sizes (12 - 24).

This charity fashion show will benefit ASAP (Aids Service Association of Pinellas) and The Heart Association.

 

Audrey “Pat” McGhee

Embrace Fashion Show

 

When: August 25^th, 2012

Where: Sunset Ballroom at The Vinoy Club
600 Snell Isle Blvd. NE

St. Petersburg, Florida 33704

Time: Doors open at 6:00 PM; the show starts at 7:00 PM

Tickets: VIP $75.00 Dollars (includes special sitting, gift bag, photo opportunities and exclusive shopping experience before and after the show)

General Admission: $35.00

Early Bird Special (before June 30^th): $25.00

Day of the Event (at the door): $45.00

Standing Room: $15.00

Tickets are available online at: http://www.audreypat.com/ 

For more information call (813) 300-3199

EVANS

by Ta'Nashea McLeod


Evans is a leading fashion retailer for women sized 14-32 with over 300 outlets nationwide, over 60 stores worldwide and can be shopped on-line at http://www.evansusa.com/ & http://www.evans.co.uk/

Evans has special expertise in designing, fitting and styling the latest fashions to flatter the curvy woman. They hold “fit & flatter training sessions” for every sales advisor, and all head office buyers are given a tool kit detailing which styles best suit the different types of curvy body shapes.

Team Evans believes that every woman should feel both confident & beautiful in her curves, and have made it their mission to provide plus size women with clothing that celebrates every shape.



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Evans graced the runway on June 16th 2012 at Sonsi Full Figured Fashion Week with a mixed collection of Evans clothing and the brand new collaboration between influential fashion talents, Clements Ribeiro.

This exclusive collection is not yet available, but look below for a sneak peek of what’s to come from Evans!

**Photos taken by Farrah Estrella**

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QUEEN GRACE COLLECTION

by Ta'Nashea McLeod



The Queen Grace Collection is the epitome of real designer fashions for the curvy woman.

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The Queen Grace brand was launched in the Fall of 2011, by creator and stylist Marina Zelner. In addition to their fast growing and enthusiastic social media following, Marina and the Queen Grace team have garnered the attention of online fashion and lifestyle publications, popular blog sites, and celebrity recording artist.

Queen Grace is a company that offers a wide range of fashion-forward looks and timeless options that continually flatter the female body.

It is clear that Queen Grace prides itself on not only being one of the go-to fashion labels for the curvy community, but also taking the time to actually listen to the needs and wants of the full-figured consumer.   

For more information or to make a purchase visit: http://queengrace.com/

Queen Grace recently showcased their latest collection at Full Figured Fashion Week 2012, check out their breath taking looks!

**Photos taken by Farrah Estrella**

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EVIE FOSTER at FFFWEEK 2012

by Ta'Nashea McLeod

Evie Foster is following her passion, to provide plus size women with beautiful choices in fashion. Showcasing her first collection "Kiss My.... Curves!" at Full Figured Fashion Week New York 2012.

Photo credit Farrah Estrella

     

Evie Foster was inspired by New York City. The Kiss My Curves collection represents women that are strong, busy, powerful, exciting, seductive, curvy, and sexy all while being comfortable.

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Evie Foster is not only creating fabulous clothing, but also working hard at smashing the stigma attached to the words PLUS SIZE. Evie says of plus size women - "We are fat, not blind and we want fashion that fits, is comfortable, has a bit of sexy about it, and makes us feel like a goddess when we are wearing it".

For more information or to make a purchase visit http://www.eviefoster.com

**Photos taken by Farrah Estrella**