Everybody loves a good proposal, especially on the internet. Whether the proposal involves returning to a place that has sentimental value, declaring your love in front of thousands, or making an adventure or spectacle out of it, we love a big gesture that shows how much you care about the person you want to spend the rest of your life …
The Best Bridesmaid Dresses For Your Wedding Theme
The idea that bridesmaids need to wear ugly dresses so as to make the bride look more beautiful is an old one and a tired one. The bride will look beautiful all on her own, especially to the person at the end of the aisle. If anything, a coordinated wedding party where everyone looks their best and enjoys their dresses …
Historical Wedding Traditions
Not every wedding is the same, but every wedding has one thing in common: tradition. More than just a song in a popular musical, tradition is considered sacred among many and is held to the most specific detail in many weddings. Do you ever wonder where some traditions originated and why they’re such important parts of weddings in the United …
Treat Your Body as Special as It Is – With Specialty Brands & Stores
In a previous blog: More Curvy Styles Please we discussed how generic department stores are very often limited in both styles and variety once their sizes veer above medium. While some of it comes down to logistics – there isn’t enough floorspace to order every style and color in every single size – it also often leaves many women, who …
CurvyCon 2017: An Experience
The event began with a welcome from Chastity Garner and CeCe Olisa, the fashion and lifestyle bloggers who started CurvyCon three years ago. Although we were new to CurvyCon, the energy in the room was immediately bright and positive. CeCe Olisa welcomed first time guests and those returning for the third time. “Without you, CurvyCon would still be an idea …
…and the CURVYcon 2017 Keynote Speaker is…
A couple weeks ago, we announced that we would be going to CURVYcon 2017. We talked about the amazing curvy women hosting the event and speaking at panels: Chastity Garner, CeCe Olisa, Gabbi Gregg, Nicolette Mason, Ashley Nell Tipton, Whitney Way Thore, and Claire Sulmers. At the time, we didn’t know who the keynote speaker would be for the main …
The Perfect Wedding Favors for Your Theme
The Perfect Wedding Favors for Your Theme Finding the right wedding favors for your guests is always a challenge. Is it any easier when you have a themed wedding or is it that much harder? On the one hand, if you have a theme, you have a starting point in your search. On the other hand, you have to find …
11 Wedding Exit Toss Ideas for Your Special Day
11 Wedding Exit Toss Ideas for Your Special Day It’s the perfect way to end your happy day: hand-in-hand with the love of your life, surrounded by friends who literally shower you with affection and well wishes. The wedding exit toss is a great way to help your friends feel included in your happiness, too. Today, there are as many …
Five Unique Centerpieces That We Love!
Five Unique Centerpieces That We Love! There’s a lot to be said for a striking, skillfully-laid tablescape that features an artful and aesthetically-pleasing centerpiece. There’s also a lot to be said about centerpieces that are so artful that they overwhelm a table, and make it next to impossible for the people sitting at the table to see each other around …
DIYing Your Wedding Visual Guides Pt.2
DIYing Your Website Pt.2 Last week we wrote about DIYing your Wedding Invitations and food. Today we’re going bigger! DIY Wedding Arches and Table Decor! Get out your sketchbook and tools and lets get started! If you’re going for a beach or park ceremony, a beautiful wooden archway for the couple to say their vows under creates a lovely image. …