As usual, I drew inspiration from Gabi Gregg, who collaborated with Hips and Curves on a Valentine's Day photo shoot. Of course, I thought, "I can do this," and proceeded to e-mail the lovely folks at Hips and Curves immediately. I was delighted when they suggested featuring me on their blogger spotlight, and even more ecstatic when I was told we could continue collaborating for future photo shoots (so stay tuned!). I consider this first shoot an ode to both Gabifresh and Hips and Curves, one of the most gorgeous plus-size lingerie shops out there. So here you go...me and my undies...classy ones, of course.

The look:
Strappy Stretch Lace Bra, $34.95
Sheer Stay-Up Stockings, $21.95 for two
Cropped Ribbed Tank, $16.95
you look amazing!!! Way to go!
ReplyDeleteWow, you look fantastic! That second picture is my favorite-- I love seeing people who have fun with lingerie and I'm so glad it made you feel awesome :). Props to Hips and Curves for collaborating with cool people.
ReplyDeleteI can't wait to see this on the website.
ReplyDeleteThank you so much Shanna :)
ReplyDeleteTotally agree. I love having fun with lingerie and Hips and Curves has some of the best out there for plus-size ladies. Thanks so much for your comment!
ReplyDeleteThanks Colleen! :)
ReplyDeleteYou look amazing. Thank you for being brave and showing us real women that it's ok.
ReplyDeleteThank you so much Elizabeth. It's most certainly ok! I love being bigger and just hope eventually more plus-size ladies will feel the same.
ReplyDeleteAbsolutely gorgeous lovely.
ReplyDeleteVery beautiful.
ReplyDeleteGORGEOUS!!! Kudos to you for taking that leap, showing just how beautiful, classy and yet sexy us larger women not simply can be...but are!
ReplyDeleteThe 4th pic down is my favorite, from a style and artistic viewpoint. The lighting and shadows combined lends an air of mystery and sensuality without being cheap and sleazy.
Thanks friend. It feels like ages since we have exchanged words. As always your comment puts a smile on my face :)
ReplyDeleteThank you so much Stuart!
ReplyDeleteThank you so so much Kymberly. I really do think plus size women are beautiful and though I was nervous to do this shoot I am so glad I did. I love when bigger women fearleasly pose in swimwear and lingerie and wanted to do the same!
ReplyDeleteThe photographer is really great. I think that fourth picture is definitely one of my favorites. Have to credit Paddy for his photography skills because I am usually completely awkward in photos.
It has been....chaotic in a great many ways. I will send you an email and get you up to date.
ReplyDeleteSounds good! Please send it to my new address, marie.a.southard@gmail.com Look forward to hearing from you :)
ReplyDeleteLovely, Lovely, Lovely! Thank you for your awesome bravery from another plus size girl :)
ReplyDeleteThank you so much Donna! I really appreciate the encouragement :)
ReplyDeleteAbsolutely GORGEOUS! I love your confidence in this shoot. U withhold a natural beauty:-) keep loving yourself..
ReplyDeleteYou look absolutely gorgeous
ReplyDeleteThank you so so much Barry!
ReplyDeleteNaomi, that means so much to me. Thank you!
ReplyDeleteDon't be embarrassed at all, your "jiggly bits" and everything about you looks beautiful.
ReplyDeleteHi Russ. Nope I am not embarrassed at all. I love my curves and rolls and would love to see more plus size women embracing their bodies :)
ReplyDeleteAlready commented once, but wanted to mention, your post has helped give me some extra confidence. Am doing a photo shoot this weekend, a retro/vintage style - complete with polka dot dress, crinoline petticoat, and thigh-high stockings. Wasn't sure I'd feel comfortable showing off my legs above the knee, so self-conscious about less-then-perfectness (at least by our society's warped standards) there. But you know? Why not? I am who I am, and to be oneself and comfortable in that is surely the most wonderful, lovely thing there is, right? Thanks again!
ReplyDeleteThank you so much for commenting Kymberly. I am so thrilled you will be doing a shoot tomorrow. Please send me a link when it's up :) being comfortable with yourself is all that matters. I know my body type isn't what's considered beautiful by most social standards but I truly don't care. And I love hearing when other women feel the same!
ReplyDeleteStunning! I plan to brave up and do the same later this year and you have made me even more confident to flaunt what I got :)
ReplyDeleteYou look amazing hun! good on you x
ReplyDeleteThanks Ashley! Can't wait to see you do something similar :) Flaunt those curves!
ReplyDeleteThanks beautiful :))
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