New Year New You? No! New Year Better You!
Here at Shapely Events we would like to stress the fact that we enjoy each and every one of our supporters and don't want to focus on creating a new you, but instead focus on improving on the awesome you that already exists. We all have things we can improve upon, goals we would like to achieve, and we have included a couple of articles in this email we hope will inspire you to do just that.
How Smart Are Your Bashers?
Team Shapely was in full force at BBW Club Ample's 2017 Halloween Bash. We thought this was a prime opportunity to get to know our fellow bashers a little bit more by asking them some simple questions. Let's just say the answers weren't as simple as we thought. Check em out.
An International Travel Group Dedicated to Plus Size Clientele
Did you know there was a group dedicated to offering Plus-Size international travel opportunities? Check out this review.
Contest Time! Win a “Rock Your Rolls” T-Shirt
A few months ago the Shapely Team stumbled across one of the most amazing, positive, and confidence building Facebook groups ever! Annette Richmond of "From Annette With Love" created a body positive Facebook group for our plus size ladies that love to travel or are thinking about getting into traveling. They want to be a voice for the curvy, plus size, FAT Female Traveler. They're reclaiming the word. They're leaving the shame and stigma behind and defying the odds.
Full Figured Fashion Week’s All White Cruise — The Shapely Review
The Shapely Team attended Full Figured Fashion Week’s All White Cruise on June 14th of 2017 and boy did we have a blast.
2017 Cocoa Beach BBW Bash… What You Missed!
See how the annual Cocoa Beach BBW Bash sets the standard.
Busch Gardens Williamsburg: A Plus-size Friendly Amusement Park
Amusement Parks and all the fun that come along with them can be a great thing to get into this summer. You can do it as a road trip, a girl’s trip, or as a family outing. If you're like me, you find yourself hesitant because you don't know if you can fit in all the rides or you're hesitant to wait until you get all the way there to even try.
Eff Your Beauty Standards
You have to love plus-size model, Tess Holliday's kick ass attitude. If you don't know who she is then allow me to introduce you to the biggest model ever signed by a top agency (UK-based MILK). However, that was in January of this year and now Tess is shaking up social media through her #EffYourBeautyStandards hashtag that she created when dealing with online bullies who would trash her images.
5 Misconceptions of Dating a “Fat” Person.
Sometimes it can seem like a person is interested in you but will not make the first step. Other times you're wondering why things never go past flirting. The fact of the matter is that so many people have the worst misconceptions about dating someone who just so happens to be plus sized. Society's generalizations about who we are can have such a negative impact on how some people who have never interacted with us, perceive us.
Bigger and Better Thangs 80’s vs. 90’s Party
Over a year ago, we here at Shapely Events did a "Movers + Shakers" feature on Bigger and Better Thangs Ent. Last month at a little over a year later we checked back in with them.
Congratulations To The #SelfishLove Contest Winner!
"Although covered in scars from head to toe since the age of 5, I have never let them put a damper on my spirits. My scars tell a story of survival. I am a big, beautiful, and scarred story of surviving and living life to its fullest!" - Tiffany Genon
Be perfect for yourself this Valentine’s Day
If you want to challenge yourself further, take part in our fun #selfishlove challenge. This Valentine's Day we want you to join us in the ultimate selfish love fest. Share with us on Facebook, how you selfishly loved being you. It can be anything from taking yourself out on a spa day to writing something positive to yourself. Simply post your selfish deed on our Facebook page, tag us @shapelyevents using the hashtag #selfishlove .
Top 4 Issues Plus-Size People Have With Jeans
Hello plus-size world! Denim jeans can and at most times are our best friend.
Fun Sex Tips For The Plus Size Body
Here are some of the key sex tips for plus size lover.
Top 5 things a Bash must have to be considered a Bash
Hello plus-size world, I did this very special blog post for all my Bashers, Bashettes, and most importantly people who are currently throwing Bashes or are considering throwing a Bash.
Lane Bryant Flexes On Victoria’s Secret
Cacique by Lane Bryant drops the “I’m No Angel” campaign.
J.Crew Talks Shoe care For Men
J.Crew shares how-to video on caring for those luxury shoes.
Plus Size Art: Italian Artist Celebrates Plus Size Women With Nude Portraits
After coming into contact with several plus size women, Yossi Loloi started the Full Beauty Project in 2006.
Style Icon: Tanesha Aswasthi
Mentioned as “The Bay’s Hottest Curvy Girl,” by fashion site Refinery 29. We love everything about Tanesha!
Get ready for a night of raw truth, Caribbean soul, and unapologetic poetry at Poetic Justice: The Artistic Experience. This isn’t just a show—it’s a cultural mic drop you don’t want to miss.