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cosmic confidence | april 2026
april is where things start to feel real. the intentions you set, the shifts you made, the version of you that began to emerge in march……
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She Started FOKE After Mastectomy, A Bold Plus-Size Clothing Brand Built on Colour, Grief, and Living Fully
Editor’s Note: You know we ride hard for the plus size community, and that includes championing the designers, makers, and creatives who…
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Villa Fresca by Gabi Fresh Just Dropped a New Collection and Sis, We're Already Adding to Cart
If you’ve been waiting for the universe to give you a sign to book that trip and refresh your swim wardrobe, consider this your sign.…
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Meet Connor Norton, the Founder of Luxe Big & Tall Brand, MANY
Connor Norton founded MANY, a big and tall men’s clothing brand, when he couldn’t find an outfit for his friend’s wedding. “I had four…
Fashion
Forever 21 Is Back: The Fast Fashion Brand Returns Online (and We Have Questions)
Wait, what? Forever 21 plus size is actually a thing again? Yes, you read that right. The fast fashion retailer that had us all…
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7 Empowering Ways to Say No Without Shrinking Yourself
Why Learning Effective Ways to Say No Matters That familiar knot in your stomach appears again. Someone just asked you to take on another…
Business
Self Care Rituals That Have Nothing to Do With Weight Loss: 6 Ways to Embrace the Soft Life
Real talk: The wellness industry wants you to believe self care rituals are just another way to fix your body. Another path to smaller.…
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Beyond Plus Size Activewear: The Plus Size Outdoor Clothing & 6 Communities To Know!
We recently covered plus size activewear and the varied places to shop for it. It is a nice list that has grown over the years, but what…
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cosmic confidence | january 2026 theme: softness, reflection + gentle beginnings
january is not asking you to rush into becoming someone new. it is asking you to sit with who you already are. this month moves slowly on…
Lifestyle
5 Tips to Help You Face Diet Culture In the New Year
It’s that awkward time of year again. The holidays are over, the leftovers are gone, and suddenly everyone around you is talking about…
Fashion
The Curvy Fashionista Anniversary: Celebrating 17 Years of Plus Size Fashion, Community, and Culture
Before we get into all things The Curvy Fashionista anniversary, I have to take y’all back… On December 25, 2008, I published the very…
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Don't Skimp On SPF Protection Just Because Summer Is Over: 5 Products You Need Now
Summer is officially over and we’re in the heart of the autumn season which means our skincare routine needs some updating. While we’re…
Fashion
Holiday Shopping Tips for Plus Size Fashion Friends: What to Buy, What to Avoid & How to Win
Shopping for your plus size friend or loved one can feel either effortless or unexpectedly complicated, especially when size, fit, and…
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All of the Last Days to Ship Your Holiday Gifts
Every year, I tell myself I’ll start Christmas shopping early, but what really happens is November passes in the blink of an eye and I’m…
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hello world
hello world! This article, hello world first appeared on The Curvy Fashionista and is written by Mariam. Never miss the latest in plus…
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Rings That Actually Fit? Chouette Designs Is Changing the Game
Fine jewelry that actually fits? Revolutionary. Chouette Designs is back to prove that luxury doesn’t stop at size 7. The brand’s latest…
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OPINION: The Year I Lost More Than Weight
by Leah Grafier of Lea Lea Love Clothing I’ve had a very, very rough year. It started with a constellation of increasingly alarming…
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Because Your Sweater Deserves a Soft Life Too
Brrrr… it is cold outside and not just your typical winter chill. We’re talking unpredictable weather, dangerous dips in temperature, and…
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Why Zebra Print for Curvy Women Is a Must-Have This Fall
We want to be transparent with you about how we make money. This website uses affiliate links. This means that if you click on an…
Fashion
Plus Influencer Spotlight: The Fat Girl of Fashion is Taking Up Space and Taking No Nonsense
Welcome back to another week of The Curvy Fashionista’s Plus Influencer Spotlight, our series celebrating the boundary breakers,…
Business
Snatched & Snuggled: 15 Plus Size Sweater Dresses to Slay Fall in Style
As The Curvy Fashionista editors, we write about stuff we love and think you’ll like, too. We often use affiliate links, which means we…
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Curvy Boss Spotlight: Jillian Pfennig Captures Confidence, Creativity, and Curves Through Her Lens
Photographer | Creative Visionary | Confidence Curator Welcome to The Curvy Boss Spotlight, where we celebrate plus size professionals who…
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Plus Size Halloween Tropes We’re Done With and What We’re Here to Replace Them With
Hey queen, listen… it’s October, and I’m so ready to see you rock out in that hella cute plus size Halloween costume. But before you pick…
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Why Seat Belts And Public Seating Are Still Not Inclusive
Seat Belts And Public Seating Are Still Not Inclusive Despite decades of progress in disability rights legislation, two of the most basic…