PLUS MODEL MAGAZINE June 2015 Big Sexy Summer Issue | Page 82

my options were as slim, as my suit shopping

blush options available this season. It seems

choices as a plus size woman. So I decided to

that extreme femininity is back and I love it. I

launch SHC.

am also in love with the midi skirt. For once,
I don’t have to worry about who I’m flashing

Where are your favorite places to shop?

behind me. I am excited about all of the bold

I am a big in-store shopper, which is why some

beautiful prints we’re finally seeing in the plus

of my favorite places to shop are stores like

size market and color is back in the forefront.

Lane Bryant, Forever 21, Old Navy, Macy’s
and Lord & Taylor. I love everything about the

How would you describe your fashion

in-store shopping experience. From shifting

aesthetic?

through the racks of clothes for the right item

I love strong bold looks that make a statement

to finding the best deal and working my way to

and push the fashion envelope. Color, animal

the fitting room. I know it sounds crazy but I get

prints, pattern mixing are all a part of my

a strange rush from that instant gratification.

everyday style. I am also big into comfort. As
much as I love a great pair of stilettos, I can’t

Now given the limited brick and mortar options

resist a cute and comfortable pair of flats. I am

available for plus size women, there are a few

moved by soft fabric and easy-to-wear items.

online retailers that I visit quite often. Top on
my list are Eloquii, ASOS, fullbeauty.com and

Fashion for me is an artistic expression of who

Simply Be. The diversity in their selection is

I am. It took me a long time to be confident in

amazing and with excellent shipping and return

my own skin and in my own style. Where before

policies, they make online shopping painless.

my size kept me away from wanting to be seen,
now I celebrate my size through fashion and

What spring fashion trends are you

embrace all of the plus size “faux pas”.

enjoying or looking forward to wearing?
I am literally gushing over all of the floral and

Where do you obtain fashion inspiration?