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Collage of Sarah Chiwaya in three colorful, joyful plus size outfits (from left to right: Renee Cafaro Atelier runway couture, multicolored Selkie puff dress, and a mixed print outfit featuring a long quilted coat from Tamara Malas)

15 Joyful Brands with Plus Sizes

Fashion, Interviews, Online Shopping Guides, OOTDs, Outfit Inspiration
XJanuary 28, 2025
If you’re in dire need of a mood boost right now, you are not alone!
Sarah wearing a dark green faux leather trench coat, a light green crop top, plus size Madewell baggy jeans, a silver Telfar bag, and silver holographic chunky sneakers

Fall 2024 Update: Where to Shop for the Best Plus Size Trenchcoats

Curvily Trend Reports, Fashion, Online Shopping Guides, Wardrobe Wants
XOctober 2, 2024
Layering season has finally returned, and with it, one of my favorite styles of outerwear:
Collage of five images of plus size women in coats. with blog author Sarah Chiwaya in the center

138 Stylish Plus Size Coats for a Warm 2024

Curvily Trend Reports, Fashion, Online Shopping Guides, Wardrobe Wants
XJanuary 19, 2024
After an uncharacteristically warm December, I was starting to wonder if we’d get through the
Sarah in three outfits from plus sizes brands having sales for Cyber Monday: Left to right: Real leather plus size jacket from Able in mirror selfie; garden print gown from Selkie with puff sleeves; and rhinsetone studded jeans from Lane Bryant

All the Plus Size Cyber Monday Sales Worth Shopping for 2023

Curvy Fashion News, Deal Alerts, Fashion, Online Shopping Guides
XNovember 27, 2023
I’ve said it before, and I’m sure I’ll say it again: Not all sales are

24 Cool Plus Size Cotton Dresses for Now and Later

Curvily Trend Reports, Fashion, Online Shopping Guides, OOTDs
XAugust 10, 2023
This summer has been a scorchingly hot one, and August in New York City always

The Best SSENSE Sale Handbags: 20 under $200

Fashion, Online Shopping Guides, Wardrobe Wants
XAugust 7, 2023
Purses are far and away my favorite accessory: They can be a fun statement piece,
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Your guide to the best plus fashion. Come shop with me #inthefittingroom Founder @newyorkcityplus
Sarah Chiwaya

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Your guide to the best plus fashion
Come shop w/me #inthefittingroom
Founder @newyorkcityplus
📨 sarah@curvilyfashion.com
#plussizeplease

I can’t tell you how many DMs I’ve gotten abou I can’t tell you how many DMs I’ve gotten about this dress since I first posted it, so I’ve been keeping an eye out for a real price reduction for you babes, and it’s finally here! This dress is GORGEOUS irl and runs true to size (I sized up and didn’t need to!) Linking on LTK now 💕

#katespade #plussizefashion
Between the Pilates police and the statue discours Between the Pilates police and the statue discourse I’m about ready to crash out, because whyyyyyy are yall trying to speed run back to the dark ages of body shame??? That doesn’t help anybody but people that want to control us/profit off our insecurities. STOP IT. 

#bodyshameisascam #bodypositive
We have to collectively decide on the pronunciatio We have to collectively decide on the pronunciation of #RHORI *immediately* Will you be watching? 

#realhousewivesofrhodeisland
I had SO much fun chatting with you babes about th I had SO much fun chatting with you babes about the #metgala last night (in Stories now if you want to check it out) - and it also reminded me how much I love a good statement suit. These are just a fraction of what I’ve worn over the years too! 

Which one is your favorite? And would you want a shopping guide of where to find a cool suit in plus (both statement and office-ready)? Let me know in the comments!
Taking requests for my next #WillitCrossbody now - Taking requests for my next #WillitCrossbody now - let me know what bag you want to see me try! 

Loved the style of these Trunkaroos (and the excellent customer service at the Meatpacking  District Marni store), but both are a bit too short for a true crossbody fit IMO. They do look great worn as shoulder bags though!
Ever wanted to shop my closet? Save the Date Satur Ever wanted to shop my closet? Save the Date Saturday May 17th, because I’ll be bringing some GOOD stuff to STYLE OVER SIZE, a first-of-its-kind size-inclusive market in Jersey City hosted by Megan @msgigggles + Gianna @iamgiannaangelina 💖 We promise, you’ve never been to a market like this.

We’re talking:
👗 Sizes XS–6X from 9 creators’ closets (sizes XS–6X, gender-inclusive), including Megan & Gianna’s, @Curvily, @laurenhopekrass, Bodyimagewithbri, @jacktemp, @thechrisgarces, @pennedbykeyaira, @jillamm, @kristenpicone_ and more 👀

🛍️ 10+ small biz vendors (think: handmade, vintage, sweets, astrology, jewelry + more), including @maxuxujc @besta_hesta @lastplacewinnersco @peachtreedesignshop @astropapi @armouryshop @lavisheverlasting apetaltopeddle @7soulstattoo_jc

Not just shopping—come through for the community, the style, and the celebration 🎉

🎶 DJ @blvck_truffle on the decks
📸 Event photos by @photosbyseanp 
🍴Bites, sips, dancing, and real-deal community magic

Date: Saturday, May 17th, 1–4 PM
Location: @bergen_hall 295 Johnston St, Jersey City

FREE to attend — with donations going to @bottomlessclosetnyc! 

 Feel free to drop in… but 🎟 RESERVE YOUR TICKET ON EVENTBRITE FOR A SURPRISE 🎟

✨It’s more than a market — it’s a celebration of every body.✨

Save the date. Share with a friend. Let’s make history. 🖤
I really appreciate Nigel’s phone accessory high I really appreciate Nigel’s phone accessory highlight 😁 P.S. This was my first time at @universalorlando’s CityWalk and it was cute - reminded me of a family friendly Vegas (and The Chocolate Emporium was legit DELICIOUS) #curvilytravels
I took this little video to make sure my hair look I took this little video to make sure my hair looked okay, and had a whole moment when I realized I was just naturally doing something I’ve been uncomfortable with for years - putting all of my hair up. It’s been like a security blanket or camouflage for me; something I used to minimize my discomfort with my profile. I’ve said it before: Unlearning fatphobia is a lot of mental and emotional work, but it is oh SO worth doing 💕
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