Things are changing so drastically for the plus size world. The ‘Curvy News Update‘ is a post to document, overview, and give a heads up on what is going on in the news for the curvy lady (or “person”).

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1.  “The plus-size problem with the Target-Lilly Pulitzer collaboration“

Many of you have heard of the drama going on with Target in regards to their plus size offerings (or lack there of) and their faux-pas in the past (the ‘manatee grey’ debacle to name one). In response, Target tried to do something good — they are offering their newest designer collaboration (Lilly Pulitzer) in plus size, but they still struck a nerve by only offering these sizes online. This has caused a new uproar, and some feel that Target keeps putting their foot in it when it comes to the Plus Size community, while others feel this is an opportunity to let Target gauge how successful this venture is and if it will be worth it for them to put more plus size in store.

2.  “Why are there no plus-size male models?“

Plus size news and fashion are booming right now. Things are changing for women like crazy — but what about our male counter parts? Have you ever thought about the fact that you never see a plus size male model? Why is there a double standard of sorts?

3.  “One Model Tried On 10 Different Pairs Of Size 16 Jeans…“

In this article, the blogger Marie Southard Ospina, tried on ten different brands of size 16 jeans. The pictures alone show exactly what each and everyone of use goes through when looking for that ‘perfect’ pair of jeans (no matter what size you are). Every brand has their own standard of what a certain size is — and there is no consistency.

4.  “Beauty Beyond Size“

Plus size model, Ashley Graham discusses body image — where she comes from, what she’s fighting for, and what the plus size world is like.

“We need ROLE models for young girls who say, ‘EMBRACE your curves. Who cares that your body isn’t PERFECT?’”

5.  “Plus-Size Blogger GabiFresh Launches New Swimwear Collection…“

Gabbi Gregg from GabiFresh has launched her second plus size swimwear collection with Swimsuits For All – Swim Sexy, and it is pretty great! The collection has a retro sexy feel and are offered in sizes 12-24.

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