Curvysta

Lane Bryant debuts Qristyl Frazier Designs

Curvysta — Thu, 08 Dec 2011 17:43:29 +0000

I could not wait to get to Brooklyn and see Lane Bryant’s debut of Qristyl Frazier Designs. Yes, the Qristyl Frazier of Project Runway and now of “All on the line with Joe Zee”. Qristyl was given the opportunity to work with Elle magazine’s Creative director, Joe Zee, on his Sundance Channel reality show. He chooses talented designers that are on the brink of losing it all and gives them the opportunity to turn their luck around.

Lane Bryant had a special showing the night before the show aired. All of the giants of plus were there from the founder of Full Figured Fashion Week, Gwen DeVoe to Madeline Figueroa-Jones, owner of Plus Model Magazine. It was a fab event with Lanetinis, Ashley Graham in a body fitting black dress, as beautiful in person as she is on print. Brian Woolf, Group President of Lane Bryant, was in attendance and mentioned that LB is looking to broaden the options for their customers with more independent designers. I would be remiss if I didn’t mention Lane Bryant’s $750 bra made of Swavorski crystals. Amazing!

Here’s to Joe Zee for keeping talented designers afloat, Brian Woolf for keeping LB vibrant and in the moment and to Qristyl Frazier for being the example many plus size designers hope to be. Good luck to all!

Don’t forget to check out my pics. I was wearing my Anne Klein leather jacket, cashmere scarf, an LB basic black tee and LB black jeans tucked into my extremely comfortable, MUNRO stretch black boots. The hair was on curl patrol. I used Garnier Fructis mousse for curly hair. It gives my hair more ringlets than frizz. I suggest using it no more than once a week or for special occassions. ‘Til next time!

Here’s the link to Qristyl Frazier’s episode. Check out Kendra and Netta in the focus group!

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Fashion’s Night Out Plus Models

Curvysta — Mon, 29 Aug 2011 05:57:20 +0000

Congratulations to our first Fashion Night Out’s Models. They range from first timers to seasoned professionals, from DC/VA/Md to Seattle, Washington. We know they are going to tear up the runway!

Sommer Green, Meilee McElroy, Lisa Rodriguez, Jese Gary, Nellonda Whitaker, Tracey Washington, Unissha McNeil, Nicole Zepeda, Lala Jones and Chearice Vaughn, who is also our model coordinator.

The first Fashion’s Night Out event catering to Plus Size Trendsetters in the DC Metro Area comes to Alexandria, VA. On September 8, 2011 from 6-11PM, the momentum of Fashion’s Night Out will take on a new twist in the DC/Md/Va Metro Area by catering exclusively to the Plus Size Community.

Being held at the trendsetting BeautyFull Boutique located at 118 N. Fayette Street, Alexandria, VA; the 2011 Fashion’s Night Out Plus will feature high end fashions from “Curvysta”, NY’s highly popular “Pop Up Plus” and accessory powerhouses “Ear Candy Accessories and NickyB’s Accessories”. Fresh off the heels of Full Figured Fashion Week, these brands and others will come together to celebrate curvy girls in the DC area and beyond.

Alongside the Curvy Fashionistas previously mentioned, Fashion’s Night Out Plus is pleased to welcome the unveiling of the Arturo Rios Fall Hat Collection. Mr. Rios is known worldwide for his couture headpieces which have graced the heads of celebrities such as Paris Hilton and Lindsey Lohan and has donned the pages of many upscale fashion magazines.

To help celebrate the curvy festivities, Fashion’s Night Out Plus has invited Celebrity Stylist & Designer Rafael Cox of Project Runway Season 9, WPGC On-air personality Poet from the Sunday Brunch, Mrs. Jewell Green owner of the Posh Boutique, Comedian Queen Aisha and a host of other VIP/celebrity guests. Fashion’s Night Out Plus will be holding giveaways every hour on the hour for its participants. The night has been sponsored by Galceau’VitaminWater, Margarita Man, The Full Cup, The Overwood Restaurant, Hard Times Cafe, Lavender Moon Cupcakery and more.

For more information on Fashion’s Night Out Plus please visit the website http://www.fnoplus.com, http://www.Facebook.com/FNOPlusVA and http://www.Twitter.com/FNOPlus. If you have any questions email us at fashionnightoutplus@yahoo.com.

A portion of sales from each vendor will be donated to the local battered women’s shelters.

Curvysta at Full Figure Fashion Week

Curvysta — Sat, 30 Jul 2011 21:24:36 +0000

It’s nice to catch my breath and be able to finally write about my experience. It’s two months after FFF Week, but feels like it just happened yesterday. It was a great learning experience, even though I’ve produced shows for years, it’s still not the same when you are the designer. All you pray for is that people understand and capture what’s been in your mind for years. It doesn’t always translate easily from brain to fabric. I was asked regularly what was the theme of my collection. I didn’t have one. What was I inspired by? Beautiful, sexy, elegant women that wanted statement pieces. I designed pieces I wanted in my closet and that I would actually wear. I don’t plan to make a spring collection. I’m not one for pastels. Obviously…but will continue to add dresses regularly. I’m a New York baby, who favors the Fall/Winter/Holiday.

Thank you to everyone that supported Curvysta and had their pom poms ready for us. If you look at the pics, I was on the verge of crying and had to tighten my lips to keep from balling, that’s how much I appreciated the love.

Niecy Nash’s Fabulous Bridal Shower!

Curvysta — Sun, 20 Mar 2011 03:12:13 +0000

Ms. Niecy Nash of “Clean House” is getting married and her curvy, fabulous girlfriends threw her a bridal shower. The hats and shoes are to die for! The best overall outfit is worn by the bride-to-be, of course. Check out those polka dot pumps. Only a diva-extraordinaire could wear them so well.

Spring Trends for all sizes!

Curvysta — Thu, 17 Mar 2011 14:10:33 +0000

Here are spring trends that all shapes and sizes can embrace!

TURQUOISE

Messenger Bags

Charms

Last two necklaces may be found on www.curvysta.com.

Basketball Wives Reunion & Evelyn’s Louboutins!

Curvysta — Mon, 14 Mar 2011 15:16:31 +0000

I’m not a fan of all the women on the Basketball Wives series on VH1, but I must admit I love their style! The reunion show did not disappoint. My favorite of the night was Evelyn Lozada. She may have a potty mouth but the woman has a wardrobe to die for. Her Herve Leger Gisele Geometric Jacquard Dress, $1950.00 and Pink “Changing of the Guard” Christian Louboutins, $1665.00, with gold accessories… fabulous! By the way, Curvysta.com has similar shoes for $265.oo. My second favorite look was Tami Roman. Her Forever 21 dress looked better than Shaunie’s, by a European designer and about 100% more in dollars, at less than $50.00. Best shoes of the night goes to Shaunie.

Who is Esperanza Spalding?

Curvysta — Tue, 15 Feb 2011 19:17:23 +0000

Who had the nerve to win Best New Artist Grammy for 2011? Esperanza Spalding…the poor thing has received such backlash for beating out Justin Timberlake. Sorry, I meant Justin Beiber. He’s a little talented fellow but Esperanza, a classically trained jazz vocalist and bassist, deserved to win.Click on the link to learn more about her.

http://www.esperanzaspalding.com/

African Influences in L.A.M.B. Spring 2011

Curvysta — Thu, 10 Feb 2011 17:33:26 +0000

African textiles were the inspirations for Gwen Stefani and her RTW, Spring 2011, L.A.M.B. collection.

The prints, maxi skirts, the color orange and accessories look great on any body type.

Chanel Spring 2011

Curvysta — Wed, 19 Jan 2011 18:03:29 +0000

Absolutely beautiful! The shoes are a little grandmotherly though….

Fringe Essentials for Fall 2011

Curvysta — Fri, 14 Jan 2011 18:26:00 +0000

Fringe is the proverbial accent for footwear in Fall 2011. Love the boots!