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Lilly Pulitzer for Target Plus Size Lookbook
As promised, I am happy to share some of the things I picked up from the phenomenon that was #lillyfortarget. I was only able to purchase one of […]
Big Girls on TV: Reality Shows
There are two “big” shows on television right now that focus on plus size women. I’m not talking about those medical shows (shout out to My 600 lb […]
Curvy Girl Workout Gear: Major Sweat Sesh
Get it girl. You’re working out, you have a routine (or you’re trying to get a routine, if you’re anything at all like me.) Just get it. […]
Curvy Girl Workout Gear: Plus Size Outdoor Outfit
First of all, thank you everyone for all the positive feedback on my first installment of Curvy Girl Workout Gear! I am so excited about this series and […]
Top 14 Favorite Moments of 2014
Happy Sunday, friends! Today, I am happy to walk you through my favorite moments in 2014 with some photos. It’s been a big, eventful year, that’s for sure! […]
Chic, Plus Size Night Out Look
Brett and I were lucky enough to celebrate with some of our dear friends this weekend. Kathy and Liza got married and it was lovely and wonderful!! The night […]
Plus Size OOTD: Perfect, Flowy, Dressy Goodness
I can honestly tell you that the moment I put this dress on I was just SO EXCITED. I love it a whole ton. You know those dresses […]
Plus Size OOTD: SPORTS
Did you guys think I would be like, dressed to play tennis or something? NOPE! Not happening. I just didn’t have another way to let you guys know […]
Hottest Fat Bride Ever! (Plus Size Bridal OOTD)
Remember my post about my decision to be a fat bride? I am SO glad I didn’t stress about my weight before my wedding. I got all my […]
Flirty Plus Size OOTD & NEW HAIR!
So, I guess my outfit isn’t the TOTAL focus of this post. I really just wanted to talk a ton about my new hair. Here are the details […]
Plus Size Outfit & New Hair Cut
Do you guys love my haircut?! I sure do…I just think it’s so chic and a bit edgy. I’ve colored it since the weekend, so I can’t […]
How to Make Some Extra Cash
Oh you know you need some extra spending money. Whether you are saving for something extra special, you need the extra money for bills/life (which can get SO […]
PCOS Symptom Synopsis: Miscarriages
Blog 9 in Series: PCOS If you don’t know what PCOS is, then please take the time to read the first post in this series, which can be found here. […]
Plus Size OOTD: High Waisted Floral Shorts
There’s more to this picture than just my pasty white legs. (That gift is year-round, friends!) This is an adorable outfit I only got to wear for […]
PCOS Symptom Synopsis: Acne Concealing & Cover Up
Blog 8 in Series: PCOS If you don’t know what PCOS is, then please take the time to read the first post in this series, which can be found here. This post […]
Plus Size OOTD: High Tea & Hyde Park
If you didn’t know that I took my honeymoon to London, well…now you do! It was an amazing trip!! My husband and I spent the trip exploring the […]
Plus Size Outfit – Road Trip Comfy Chic
Last weekend, Brett and I made a 4 hour trip to attend his sister’s wedding reception. It was a beautiful day and she had it in a big […]
Drop the Wedding Diet: Why I Decided to be a Fat Bride
My friend Nina got married a few weeks ago now and confidently rocked an amazing dress! She looked whimsical and girly! She also used the same photographer I […]
PCOS Symptom Synopsis: Hirsutism
Blog 5 in Series: PCOS If you don’t know what PCOS is, then please take the time to read the first post in this series, which can be […]
Spray Tanning Tips for the Plus Size Gal
Both pictures include VERY minimal amounts of the SAME makeup. Both pictures were taken in the SAME spot, same lighting, same time 1 day apart. I got lash […]
PCOS Symptom Synopsis: Hidradenitis Suppurativa
Blog 4 in Series: PCOS There are many, many, many underlying symptoms to PCOS. Some, you might not even realize are related…but they probably are! The Nitty Gritty: […]
Neutral Mac Eyeshadow Palette
Woo-hoo for completed MAC palettes! I can honestly say I had never really cared to do this before, but lately I have had a really specific look […]
PCOS Symptom Synopsis: Weight Gain/Loss
Blog 3 in Series: PCOS If you don’t know what PCOS is, then please take the time to read the first post in this series, which can be […]
PCOS Symptom Synopsis: Missed Periods/Infertility
Blog 2 in Series: PCOS If you don’t know what PCOS is, then please take the time to read my last post in this series, which can be […]
What Is PCOS?
Blog 1 in Series: PCOS What is PCOS? (Polycystic Ovary Syndrome) Polycystic ovary syndrome (say “pah-lee-SIS-tik OH-vuh-ree SIN-drohm”) is a problem in which a woman’s hormones are out of balance. […]
Plus Size OOTD: Hunter Green
It’s cold again in Indiana. I walked outside this morning to 4 degree weather. My snot was freezing inside my nose! Just..not cool. I bundled up and […]
What Is Plus Size, Anyway?
I can tell you what it’s not! It’s not a size 8! And you know what? I would KILL to be a size 12, so I don’t think […]
New You in 2014: Happy New Year!!
Happy New Year to you all! I hope you’ve had a happy and safe holiday season with your families and friends. I’ve read a lot on social […]
New You in 2014: Be Your Best
Beeee youuuurrr BEST! Be your best! Put your own service to the test! That was a lame intro. Beauty & the Beast “Be Our Guest” reference if you […]
New You in 2014: How to Count Calories
If you’re like millions of Americans, you will be starting a diet this new year. I remember when I was first starting, I didn’t know which way to […]
New Blog Series: New You in 2014
*My year in review! When I look back at 2013, I can’t be mad. I can’t complain. I’ve had a GREAT year. 1. I started a weight loss […]
Red Lips & Heavy Lashes
I just thought I would show you all this make up look from the other night because I am totally in love with it. You know what […]
New: Revlon ColorBurst Balms
Just when you guys didn’t think I could review or show you any more lip stuff, here comes more! (And I have a ton more to show […]
Review: Naked 2 by Urban Decay
It only makes sense that by the time I actually get around to purchasing the Naked 2 palette by Urban Decay that they would come out with […]
Review: YSL Babydoll Mascara
YSL Babydoll Mascara The thing I love the most about this mascara is the smell. I know that sounds crazy, but I can’t be the only one […]
Elixir ColorSensational by Maybelline
If I had to choose one drugstore makeup brand…heck…ANY makeup brand to buy for the rest of my life, I would choose Maybelline. I feel like they have […]
Calorie Burn for Daily Tasks
I’ve tried running. I’ve tried P-90x. I’ve done Insanity and 55 other workout videos. I have tried all the fad machines, and I’ve tried to trick myself into […]
British Inspired Plus Size Outfit
Recently, I am obsessed with English fashion and beauty. From the way that they dress over the top and on trend almost all the time, to the fact […]
Amber Riley – Plus Size Inspo
I had this idea in my head to do some plus size celebrity outfits of the day. So when I posted a poll to get some feedback about […]
“MEOW”tfit of the Day (Plus Size)
I love big cat shirts so much. Do you guys remember when I posted about the things I ordered from Forever 21+ last month? Well now is the […]
Plus Size Outfit 9/26/2013
I really need to get over my fear of having someone else take my OOTD pics. I just feel like it’s an awkward thing to do. “Uh…hey, wanna […]
Edgy Black & White Plus Size Outfit
Sometimes, even when it’s a “jeans week” at work, you just need to dress up. It’s like putting on a pair of heels automatically makes you important. Or […]
Plus Size Outfit – Outlet Mall Shopping
‘Tis the season…for being outside! Over the weekend, I went to an outlet mall nearby Indianapolis. It was a beautiful day! I was excited to bust out a […]
Plus Size Classic Wear to Work Outfit
I’m wearing my new dress from Forever 21! I told you guys I got it and yes, I do love it. It’s so comfy and light and cute! […]
Casual Plus Size Yankees Outfit
“I hit big or I miss big. I like to live as big as I can.”—Babe Ruth Ladies, it’s baseball season. Of course, baseball season for a […]
Meeting Weight Loss Goals – Motivation
Keep On Trucking I’m sure you all remember that I’m trying to lose weight. How could you forget!? It’s been mentioned in like, everything I’ve posted this year! […]
Top 10 Reasons to GET HEALTHY This Year!
*Lost weight, gained mucho confidence. See below. 10. Becoming healthy is a lifestyle change. One of the BEST things it can do for you and your family is […]
Healthy Start with Brittney
My arms are sore right now, because I just got done doing some reps with a 5lb ball here at my desk. Actually, they were already sore because I […]
Intro to ThePrettyPlus
ThePrettyPlus Plus sized girls don’t have to dress frumpy! They don’t have to throw their in a pony tail and go. They don’t have to lurk in the […]