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. “Sports Authority adds plus-size women’s activewear”

It’s always hard for a plus size women to find cute, comfortable, and wearable work out clothing. More and more, you see more offerings in this department for the plus size women. Sports Authority is taking a cue from this market demand and are now offering their own line of plus size active wear.

2. “Charlotte Russe Releases Plus Size Line…”

Another popular trendy fashion cheap store is adding plus size to their line up — Charlotte Russe! I only wish stores like Charlotte Russe had offered plus size back when I was in high school!

3. “Plus-size models sell more bras”

Intimate apparel company, Adore Me, has done a lot of research on what model types and photograph style sells the most intimate apparel. Their research shows that plus size models tend to sell more lingerie — this is in addition to brunette women as well.

4. “‘Star Trek’ Leonard Nimoy, Champion Of Plus-Size Women: ‘The Full Body Project’ Photo Book Celebrated All Body Types”

Most people know Leonard Nimoy for playing ‘Spock’ on the original Star Trek TV series. Something that most of us didn’t know is that he worked on a photography project featuring plus size women. “The Full Body Project” was made as a political statement about how women’s bodies are viewed.

5. “As teen clothing chains angst over future, rue21 chases plus-size opportunity”

Rue 21, a low priced fast fashion teen clothing store, was bought out in 2013. Since then the new owners have added a plus size line called “Rue+.” Rue 21 and Charlotte Russe adding plus size options are proving that there really is a big need for plus size fashion options.