PLUS MODEL MAGAZINE December 2015 Holiday issue | Page 76

But when I saw the positive response I was getting and not to mention the major lack of racial and body diversity in the industry, it made sense to channel my passion and hobby into a platform where I could share my voice and combine my love for writing and fashion and ultimately encourage women of all shapes and sizes to have fun with fashion. What fashion trends are you excited about? I’m really excited about anything and everything Ashley Nell Tipton. I love her ultra modern feminine designs and I’m sure she will dominate the fashion world in 2016 and beyond. I’m also excited to try more minimalist looks. Sometimes when you’re larger you may feel that you have to be uber-glam all the time to look stylish. But I love the idea of creating simple, timeless looks that are unexpected on a bigger silhouette.