Plus Size Fashion is about to make a Huge Splash!

June 18, 2013 9:39 am , Leave a Comment ,

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For far too long the fashion world has shied away from  or quite frankly dismissed plus size fashion. Period. The world we live it is all about what is visually pleasing.  Tall and rail thin. Well, Anna Wentour just through a huge gauntlet down on the misconception that curvy isn’t just as beautiful, by putting Kate Upton on the June cover of Vogue! She also had a few choice words to for  ”mainstream” high- fashion industry. Anna Wintour writes of the magazine’s June cover model Kate Upton, “if the high-fashion world seems incapable of figuring out what to do with her … then that’s it’s loss.”   

This is HUGE for the curvy girls in the world. Anna Wintour one of the world most influential people in fashion just took one for the curvy girls’ team! Not only did Anna have our back Michael Kors ( which is my hands down favorite designer) was quoted saying this “It harks back to the seventies, when we first had models like Patti Hansen and Christie Brinkley. They were sexy, but they were also athletic. And I think that Kate is very much that. You see her, and her skin is glowing; she’s got a gorgeous smile. It’s optimistic. It’s not about a sad girl on the corner. It’s about a girl who’s enjoying herself.”
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Now let’s not get ahead of ourselves and call Kate Upton plus size. Let’s just make it clear that there is nothing plus size about her; but she is curvy and the high- fashion world doesn’t know what to do with curvy girls, and that’s sad. In the US the average American women is a 14- 16. Why wouldn’t retailers and the  fashion world start to take notice?

 Listen to this conversation with a Wall Street On Style Columnist, Christina Binkley which leads me to think that the fashion world is about to change for plus size fashion.

 

What do you think? Let me know down in the comments.

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Lorac CC Cream

June 17, 2013 9:38 am , 5 Comments ,

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 Lorac CC Cream

So I’m sure you have heard of BB creams. Well BB creams are great and all, but have you heard of a CC cream? I’m sure you’re thinking, are we doing down the alphabet? Yes, because I have heard of a DD cream.  Before we end up going through the alphabet let’s talk about Lorac CC Cream.

What is a CC Cream?

The CC in CC creams stands for color correcting.  If you have redness and imperfections this will be great for you.  It’s natural looking and dries semi-matte.

What does CC Cream do?

What I love most about CC creams is that they are a multi-purpose product. This cc cream  neutralizes, primes, moisturizes, brighten smooth skin, and make your skin look healthy and youthful. As a mom a anything  that can cut down on time, as well as products used it like heaven on earth.

Who can use/ benefit from a CC Cream?

Absolutely everyone! The Lorac CC Cream in particular is one of the ONLY cc creams formulated for sensitive skin.  It’s oil, silicone, paraben and fragrance free.

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What is my final thought on this product?

As I stated above any multi- purpose product that will cut down on time and use of multiple products is genius to me. I do find that this product is very bendable and easily absorbed into the skin.  I will say when applying you have to work in small areas, because the CC cream does dry pretty quickly. The products dries to a  semi-matte finish. I received my shade in CC3 which is the darkest of the shades; it is a little light, but I find that the color being light doesn’t seem to be a problem once I have foundation on. Overall I like this product, I don’t Love it. The formula is great, the products does what it’s formulated to do. It is definitely colored corrects.  It’s very cooling and refreshing to the skin. It seems to be a good base of foundation. It doesn’t oxidize, crease or slip off the skin.

 Any Suggestions?

My biggest peeve is that a lot of companies don’t cater to dark to deep kin tones. Us brown girls need products love, too! With that being said, I would LOVE it if it was a closer color to my skin tone. If I could give any suggestion it would be to add a wider range of color. Other than that it’s an overall great product.

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Finally fun, fresh,trendy Plus Size Clothing Boutique from So Lola Boutique

June 13, 2013 1:56 pm , 2 Comments ,

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OMG! How cute is this dress? Ladies I’m so excited to share this Plus Size Clothing Boutique, called So Lola!  The brains behind So Lola, Maggie used to be a plus size lady herself and says, “I began So Lola focused on children’s items because of my passion for my baby girls, however, have morphed into plus size fashion.  I have been plus size most my life and struggled as a teenager and young woman with finding clothes that were cute… and FIT!  I’ve been anywhere from a size 8 to a size 24, and have settled into a size 12 (thanks to my kids… ha!).  Although not technically plus-size at a 12, my body does not fit in standard size clothing… so my struggle continues.”

Amazing, right? Maggie’s true passion is plus size clothing. Because she can relate, and has been through  it. She believes you don’t have to be a size 0 to be fabulous. She’s truly decided to find fun, fresh, trendy plus size clothing. Her clothing is substantial, quality clothing that will last for years to come, and the price point is lower than plus size specialty clothing stores you can find in the mall or online. To make the clothing even more affordable she sells on websites like Very Jane, To Adorne, and more.

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Maggie was so kind to send me some pieces  from her store, and this dress is probably my favorite. It is a 3x.  Actually when I showed  my best friend she said, “That looks like it would fit me too.” It probably would.  She is tall and skinny, jealous! Anyway, I love the bright, fun colors for Spring and Summer it’s a very versatile dress and can be worn many ways ( I’m saving that post for another time, stay tuned.)  I will tell you the quality is there. As plus size ladies that is a must. Let’s face that facts we are harder on our clothes. The dress is a heavy enough material, but light enough that is can still breathe.  This dress also come in other colors, but this dress is only$24.99 right now,Holla!!!!!

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Head over to So Lola website and take a look around. Then head over to Facebook and LIKE So Lola to keep up to date on what’s going on. Then head over to Instagram to see pictures of what’s new, and tell Maggie that Tawny from Glamorously Mommy sent you!

 

 

 

 

 

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Review & Demo│ Rimmel London Lash Accelerator Endless Mascara

June 13, 2013 12:11 pm , Leave a Comment ,

So it’s no secret that I love makeup, but there is actually more to the story. I’m obsessed with mascara. Yes, obsessed. If there is a new mascara I am one of the first people to get my hands on it. If I LOVE it I will tell everyone I know that they need to try it. Well, ladies, I have found a new LOVE and It’s the Rimmel London Lash Accelerator Endless Mascara. Not only did I do a review of the amazing drugstore gem, but I also filmed a demo of how to apply it. See the video below!

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Texture & Pigmentation  Thinking of a “fiber” mascara, usually I think of visable fibers that you can see in the mascara.  This mascara isn’t like this at all. It’ never clumps, and stays flexible all day. The mascara comes in two different colors  Black & Extreme Black. The pigmentation in this product is AMAZING. I have the extreme black and my lashes are super black when I wear this mascara. I don’t find this mascara to be either a wet or dry formulation. It’s been a perfect formulation of both in my opinion.

Staying Power  Let’s just say this mascara has great staying power. It will last all day with flaking at all.  Oh and don’t forget the Grow-Lash Complex of Procapil®, Keratin and Antioxidants, lashes are conditioned day after day. After 30 days, lashes appear longer, stronger and more numerous!

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Plus Size Swim Wear from Swimsuitsforall.com on The #FashionistaParty Show this week!

June 5, 2013 11:46 am , Leave a Comment ,

Hey Ladies! I’m super excited to announce, that we are talking about Plus Size Swim Wear from Swimsuitsforall.com on the #FashionistaParty Show this week! Yes! Have you heard about the Gabi Fresh swimsuits collection that sold out within hours of its release? Plus Size swimwear is a big deal right now!

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Swim suit shopping can be stressful! Watch the #FashionistaParty this Thursday 6/6 at 6 PST/ 9 EST to get some tips and tricks to looking fabulous poolside this Summer with SwimsuitsForAll.com. Join us for a girls night out – LIVE! – And online! Make sure you RSVP to get on the #FPVIPlist!! http://RSVP.MyFashionistaStyle.com/

 

I hope to see you all there!

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My new Obsession│Starbucks Matcha Powder!

May 28, 2013 10:43 am , Leave a Comment ,

MatchaAs some of you might know I have been on a health journey. I’m not calling it a diet, I really am just trying to retrain my brain in the way I perceive food. I want to use food how it is meant to be used, and not use it for comfort, celebration, or all those things we have come to use food as. I’m really just getting back to basics with food.

So, my neighbor introduced me to this little gem! It’s a my new favorite Starbucks drink. I’m sure many of you know that there are many drink at Starbucks that we have no clue about. They have like some kind of secret drink club, and apparently I’m not a member, ok? No, it’s not really a “club”, but they really do have a secret drink menu. Google it, girl!

Anyway, enough babbling Tawny! This drink is just a Trenta water (Starbucks largest drink size), and matcha powder. Y’all  at my it’s $.82 at my Starbucks! Yes, girl $.82! So basically, matcha powder is like drinking a SUPER dose of green tea. Matcha powder is a high quality of green tea, it’s said to boost metabolism,burn calories, aid in concentration, enhancing your mood, and much more. (read more about it here). Drinking this drink is like drinking 10 glasses of green tea!

So, if you want to try this little gem of amazingness! Head over to Starbucks and ask for a Trenta water with 3 or 4 scoops of Matcha Powder! You might want to start with 2 or 3, 4 scoops is a little strong for my liking. I also put 3 or 4 Splenda!

If you try it let me know how you like it!

Holla!!!

Tawny

 

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I’m the newest cast member of the #FashionistaParty Show!!

May 2, 2013 9:55 am , Leave a Comment ,

Heeeey! So a few weeks ago I was a featured guest on the #FashionistaParty show. I had sooo much fun. I wanted to do the next show.  At the end of the show Aleigha asked me if I wanted to be apart of the show, permanently!!! I was so flattered to be asked to be apart of something so amazing. You guys this is YouTube’s first LIVE talk show. I was so happy!

So If you have NO clue what I’m talking about head over here to see some of the past episodes. It’s a LIVE show that airs on YouTube & Google + , we talk about beauty, fashion, being plus sized, men, and marriage; whatever goes, really.

This week’s featured is one of YouTube’s biggest plus size beauty gurus, and I just LOVE her. Her name is Claire or ( MissDMakeup.)  She is STUNNING you guys. Like drop dead gorgeous.  She does plus size fashion videos, amazing makeup tutorials, and so much more. Y’all she has 31,000+ subscribers!  Oh and she has been on TV in a InStyler commercial!  Go check her out here

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The #FashionistaParty Show details

Where: YouTube & Google+ RSVP here: http://RSVP.MyFashionistaStyle.com

When: Thursday  May 2, 2013 6:00 PST 9:00 EST

Send us questions using  the hashtag: #FashionistaParty

 

Find out all about the #FashionistaParty ladies thought the links below!

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♥ RSVP For Our Next Show!
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♥ Chat w/Us LIVE on Twitter!
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♥ Learn More About The #FPgirls
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♥ Aleigha | http://www.youtube.com/FashionistaAle…

Andrea | http://www.youtube.com/thinkpinkmakeup

Cynthia | YouTube Coming Soon!

Stephanie | http://www.youtube.com/SMRobertson1979

Tamara | http://www.youtube.com/DivaTam27

Tawny http://www.youtube.com/user/TheMarieKaye

 

I hope to see you there tonight!

Love you all!!! xoxox

 

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How to combat under eye wrinkles and dark circles

April 29, 2013 6:18 am , Leave a Comment ,

Ok, Ladies were getting Dr. Phil real about How to combat under eye wrinkles and dark circles. The skin under our eyes is very fragile and as we age it seems to be the first part of our face to change.  I have always struggled with dark circles. It seems to be something that runs in the family. Even my nieces who are 12 & 14 have this problem!

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I’m 30 now so I suppose it’s time to get real with that fact that I’m going to be fighting aging skin for the rest of my life… Ugh! Sigh! So let’s talk about something that has me a HUGE difference in my under eye wrinkle & dark circles. It’s a pricey little guy, but totally worth every penny; because a little goes a long way.

Stri Vectin SD eye Concentrate for wrinkles. Now on the Birchbox shops.

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This stuff is AMAZING! I have noticed a HUGE difference in the way that my under eye skin has changed. It’s more plump than ever, my fine lines are almost non existent, and my dark circles have lightened dramatically! Yay!

Let’s talk about the science behind this little jewel.  A patented molecule called NIA-114+ promotes production of collagen and elastin, thus reducing the appearance of crow’s feet and the dreaded dark circles.

Overall this is a HOLY GRAIL product. Like I said before it’s pricey, but you get what you pay for when it comes to skin care. To learn more about Stri Vectin -SD eye Concentrate for Wrinkles, and Birchbox go HERE.

xo, Tawny!

 

 

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Plus Size Clothing under $20

April 19, 2013 12:23 pm , Leave a Comment ,

Hey Ladies!

I have been looking for some new clothing items to add to my Spring & Summer wardrobe. As a plus size lady it can be difficult to find fun and trendy items that the “skinny” ladies are wearing. That’s why I was SOOO super excited to find some plus size clothing that super cute,   trendy, as well as staple pieces.

The website is called ideeli. They have  women, shoe and items for the home. Their prices are really reasonable. I found dresses from $14.99! I know, that’s a steal for plus size clothing. Anyway, their shipping is $9.95, but you get FREE shipping for 30 DAYS!!! Of course, its a flash site so they get NEW items every day!

I will show you some of the things I liked!

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Cute  stuff right? Make sure you head over to ideeli to check out what they have, and see if you can get your hands on some of these cute plus size clothing. If you pick anything up let me know what you get in the comments. Click here to go to the ideeli

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Foundation & Concealer Routine for Oily Skin

April 16, 2013 7:45 pm , Leave a Comment ,

Heeey Ladies!

Let’s talk  about my Foundation & Concealer Routine for Oily Skin.

Having oily skin can be a nightmare…trust me I know.  Not only do you have issues with acne, but you can also have issues with your makeup not staying in place. I have found my HOLY GRAIL products and routine to not only keep the oil under control, but also keep my makeup on and looking gorgeous and flawless all day! Today, I have my Foundation & Concealer routine for oily skin.

Enjoy!

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Products Used in the Foundation & Concealer Routine for Oily Skin

Covergirl Queen Collection All day Flawless Foundation in Sand

Maybelline Dream Lumi Touch in Nude

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Broad Spectrum SPF 30 sunscreen in medium

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