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/

Shanda Freeman, of MTV Fame and Wife of Fatman Scoop, Will Launch Collection at Maryland Fashion Week

Shanda Freeman, wife of Fatman Scoop and of costar of MTV’s “Man and Wife”, is launching her contemporary apparel collection for women at Maryland Fashion Week, August 12, 2012.



FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

PRLog (Press Release) – Jul 20, 2012 – Shanda Freeman will debut her first Fall/Winter 2012 collection at Maryland Fashion Week. The six-piece, contemporary women’s apparel collection, aptly called “Gemini“, is set to debut on August 12, 2012. The “Gemini” collection offers femininity, elegance and versatility.

For fashion lovers that cannot wait, pre-orders will be available for purchase at: www.Curvysta.com  on Monday, 8/13/2012.

The new collection, illustrates Shanda’s own signature style and are from her personal, custom pieces, created to fit her own curves. The “Gemini” dress is a reversible wrap dress that offers two looks in one. It is perfect for every woman, from the cost-conscious consumer to the avid traveler.

Sizes run from small to 3X, with extended sizes available upon request. This collection was created entirely in the United States, with all of the production based in the New York City garment district. The garments are made of breathable, quality fabrics and the colors were chosen with the confident, curvaceous woman in mind.

The “Gemini” collection will be showcased at Maryland Fashion Week on, Sunday,
August 12, 2012 at the International Showcase, followed by a Meet and Greet with Shanda Freeman. For more information on attending the showcase please visit: www. MarylandFashionWeek.com

About the designer:
Shanda Freeman is the wife of Grammy award winning artist, Fatman Scoop and costar of MTV’s “Man and Wife”. Her Shanda Says Vlog and advice column illuminate her ability to be compassionate, instruct and inspire her audiences. Her mission statement is to be a positive resource for individuals to discover and develop their potential by transforming limited thinking and unproductive practices into confidence and action. Her clothing line is an extension of her need to inspire confidence in every woman.

Get to know Shanda at:

http://www.youtube.com/shandasays 

https://twitter.com/ShandaSays

Video courtesy of ShandaSays

QUEEN GRACE COLLECTION

by Ta'Nashea McLeod



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

Queen Grace Logo

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**

Don't forget to LIKE:

https://www.facebook.com/QueenGraceCollection

&

https://www.facebook.com/CurvyFashionExchange

MYNT1792 at FULL FIGURED FASHION WEEK 2012

by Ta'Nashea McLeod


"MYNT 1792 is a lifestyle brand created by New Yorker's, in the city that never sleeps. Inspired by Gotham City's culture, the brand combines innovative fashion with well-tailored designs for curvy women everywhere!"

MYNT 1792 Logo

MYNT 1792 by Adorn Fashions showed their latest collection at Full Figured Fashion Week this past June 16, 2012. Adorn Fashions is a family owned business that specializes in manufacturing plus size contemporary Ready to Wear since 1978.  To view the entire collection showcased at Full Figured Fashion Week 2012 in New York City Visit:

http://estrellafashionreport.blogspot.com/2012/06/mynt1792-at-fff-week-2012.html?spref=fb

**Photos taken by Farrah Estrella**

Team CURVY FASHION EXCHANGE had the amazing opportunity of meeting the faces behind the MYNT1792 brand. This gracious family has a true passion for providing curvy women the opportunity to be Sophisticated, Stylish, and Sexy!  

For more information visit their website at http://www.mynt1792.com/ or LIKE them at https://www.facebook.com/Mynt1792

THE FORMAL SOURCE

by Ta'Nashea McLoed & Farrah Estrella

Attention!! Curvy Divas, it’s that time of the year. Most of us are receiving invites to weddings, proms, graduations, evening & fashion events. If you are anything like me it comes down to the age old question of what to wear and where to find it? The formal Source is a great solution to this question. Their gowns are available in sizes 14-32 for those of us that are more voluptuous.  

Photos Courtesy of Aurora Gowns

The Ladies of the Formal Source have adopted the belief that

“The Beauty of a woman is not in the clothes she wears, The Figure that she carries, or the way she combs her hair. The beauty of a woman must be seen from within her eyes, because that is the doorway to her heart, the place where love resides. The beauty of a woman is not in a facial mole, but true beauty of a woman is reflected in her soul. It is in the caring that she lovingly gives, the passion that she shows, and the beauty of a woman with passing years only grows!”

                                                                Author, Maya Angelou

 For more information on how to make a purchase visit: http://www.auroragowns.com/

The Formal Source is Located at:

11940 Race Track Rd, Tampa, Florida 33626

Phone: 888-804-4040

Fax: 888-640-9944

CURVY PICK OF THE DAY….THE SANTA FE TANK DRESS FROM RACHEL PALLY

THIS SHORT AND FLIRTY TANK DRESS FEATURES AN ASYMMETRICAL FLARE AND CAN BE WORN WITH OR WITHOUT A BELT!

Photo Credit: http://www.rachelpally.com/

CURVY PICK OF THE DAY....FROM BAKERS

Send the message that you have impeccable taste with this attention grabbing peep toe pump featuring a floating buckle ankle strap, hidden platform elevation and covered heel vertically lined with bold stud ornamentation. By Wild Pair

Photo Credit: http://www.bakersshoes.com/

CITY CHIC CELEBRATES THEIR LAUNCH ON ONE STOP PLUS

by Ta'Nashea McLeod

City Chic is having a 30% off full price fashion sitewide sale to celebrate the launch of City Chic on ONE STOP PLUS.com online fashion mall for sizes 12W to 44W.

City Chic is the plus size destination for plus size fashion, plus size denim & plus size dresses in sizes 14-24. The plus size clothing store for curvy girls who want to look hot with what they've got!
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City Chic caters to every aspect of a busy lifestyle, from clubbing on a Saturday night to relaxing with friends, from a formal occasion to a BBQ, They have it covered. With new styles in every day there is always something for you at City Chic.


Photo Credits: http://www.citychiconline.com/



This SALE last four days April 5^th through April 8^th!!



Video Credit: citychicstyle

For more information visit:

http://www.citychiconline.com/index.php/

https://www.facebook.com/citychiconline

CURVY PICK OF THE DAY…. RING ACCENT SURPLICE DRESS BY LANE BRYANT

This dress has a metal ring accent and flattering faux wrap shape, the surplice front neck-line makes the most of your curves! It has a pull-on style with an elastic waist and cap sleeves. Perfect for office, evening or weekend, simply add accessories and you've got a winning style that turns heads.



Photo Credit: http://sonsi.lanebryant.com/

Fashion For Justice: Wear a Hoodie for Trayvon Martin Rally

by Farrah Estrella & TaNashea McLeod

Photo Credit: Janaria Hallingquest  http://www.hallingquestphotography.com/

Tampa's radio station Wild 94.1 is having a rally this Saturday March 24, 2012 at 10:30 am at Al Lopez Park in Tampa in support of the Justice for Trayvon Martin case, the young teenage boy that was allegedly racial profiled for wearing a hoodie.
Who knew that a Hoodie was going to be something that could get someone killed?
As fashion Writers and Bloggers we do care about social issues. This one hit close to home not only because it is in our home state of Florida but also because we are Black and Hispanic. Ta’Nashea is a mother of three boys and hoodies are a staple in their wardrobe, as with most people young and old alike. The hooded sweater dates back as far as the 1930’s. It became popular in the 1970’s with the Hip Hop culture, but is internationally known and worn by every walk of life. During the 1990’s high profile fashion designers used hoodies as major components in their collections and still do so today. Most people can’t even fathom the idea that the clothing they put on will play a role in them being racial profiled and unlawfully killed. Yes! Fashion is way to make a statement without using words, but Young Trayvon’s voice could be heard calling for help loud and clear on the 911 recording. Let’s pull together as a people and help get justice for Trayvon.

Al Lopez Park

LOCATION:
4810 N. Himes Ave.
Tampa, FL 33614

CURVY TRENDS

by TaNashea McLeod

WHAT'S YOUR FAVORITE TREND THIS SEASON?

PEPLUM

Photo Credit: http://us.asos.com/

COLOR BLOCK

Photo Credit: http://shop.nordstrom.com/ (Adrianna Papell)

BOLD JEWELRY

Photo Credit: http://www.sooochicaccessories.com/

ANIMAL PRINTS

Photo Credit: http://www.forever21.com/

WEDGES

Photo Credit: http://www.bestgirlsboutique.com/

  PATTERN SUNDRESSES

Photo Credit: http://www.ashleystewart.com/

BELTS

Photo Credit: http://www.lafayette148ny.com/

BRIGHT AND VIBRANT COLORS

Photo Credit: http://www.dots.com/

CLUTCHES

Photo Credit: https://www.facebook.com/pages/Xong-Hang-Photography/

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