GabiFresh X SwimSuitsForAll 2018 collection released

gabi fresh x ss4a 2018“Eating greens & hitting the gym doesn’t always mean losing weight—and that’s okay.” _GabiFresh

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Today Gabi release her latest collections with Swimsuits for all.  The theme of this collection I would call “Queen of the jungle” was inspired by Destiny’s Child’s Survivor and I’m here for it.  There are 4 bikinis, 4 one-pieces, and 2 coverups style dress with bold designs, beautiful colors, and lots of metallics.  This 2018 GabiXSwimSuitsForAll collection is giving me everything I need with this new styles.  Below I have added the visuals for the collection release.  Please note that photos are all from the Gabifresh website.

 

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Gabi has clearly hit it out the park again and this collection will sell out.  My personal thoughts on purchasing based on having shopped past collections.  Size up in the tops.  I noticed in the past two collections the tops ran small.  With that being said I love that the 2 pieces swimwear options are sold together but you can order different sizes for the top and bottom.  The bottoms I find run true to size.  I would say for the one piece swimwear to size up also.  Many have built-in bra features similar to the two-piece tops in which the cups run small.  Lastly, if you’re swimwear shy the coverups are a great option.  They offer a great bang for your buck.  Based on the style purchased I’ve worn them alone as a “dress” or as kimono style top with shorts or jeans.  The coverups tend to run true to size.  Gabi has mentioned before, if you’re between suit sizes, she recommends getting the larger size.

 

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When I first so this tweet it tickled me pink.  I taught at this Gabi isn’t dropping the collection out the blue like Beyonce.  With that said I’ve ordered a few pieces.  And I already have photo shoot ideas.

 

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Gabi’s latest collections with Swimsuitsforall comes off the heels of two other very successful fashion ventures in 2017.  Gabi first jumped feet first into the plus-size lingerie arena.  In collaboration with Playful Promises we saw Gabi designed a plus-size lingerie collection (Get more information on the GabiXPlayfulPromises lingerie line here).  The moment the line drop it easily took over social media.  Next Gabi and her longtime friend Nicolette Mason release Premme.  With Premme they joined forces to create a fashion company that shows clothing should be about expressing your personality and having fun, not feeling limited by society’s current fashion rules.

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Find all full 2018 swimwear collection here!

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What’s your favorite piece from the latest Gabi Fresh swimwear collection?

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2018 Travel And Event Wishlist

img_0371“The gladdest moment in human life, me thinks, is a departure into unknown lands.” _Sir Richard Burton

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When I created ULTIMATE BUCKET LIST OF PLUS SIZE EVENTS in which I was simply outlining events that plus sizes girls could attend.  I didn’t know so many would reach out and thank me for shining a light on what plus size events are out there.  Plus note a 2018 listing is coming soon!

This year I’ll be personal been venturing outside of those events to others that caught my eye last year to attend this one.  Of course, London for fashion week is a big trip for me but that’s not the only place I plan on going this year.  I’m listing a few places and events in hopes that if you’re able to attend we could connect as a show of plus size force.

 

I sometimes suffer from a major case of FOMO (fear of missing out).  Social media hasn’t helped with my condition.  With that being said I want to say live your best life.  Don’t look at what others are doing and think less of yourself because you can’t do.  I talk a lot about travel and the importance of attending certain events for the following reasons.

First, it’s important to get out and experience life.  When I started traveling I personally improved as a person.  When you see how others live you learn a lot about yourself.  You can go to the next state over and at times be in a whole new world.  Leave your local area and expand your memories.

Second, when I was child the only family trips I can really remember were trips “down south” to places like Missippissi.  My mother as a single woman raising three children on her own on a minimum wage job didn’t have expendable income to go on weeks-long trips across the world.  I understand money is a factor.  With that being said if you’re able to get a babysitter for the weekend TREAT YOURSELF.  As I saw my mother working so hard day after day I don’t think I would have felt any kind of way if she would have went away for the weekend with her girls.

These events may not be for you but they’re on my wish list.  Whether you go with my list or do your own thing just do it!  Remember planning in advance and setting a budget is everything!!!!

 

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img_0366VC POLO CLASSIC – I’m for any reason to pop champagne and this event is a very instagramable reason too!  Veuve Clicquot’s bi-annual celebration of polo and champagne is held in New York and Los Angeles.  I plan on attending the New York event on June 2, 2018.  Ticketing information is currently not available however you can find out more information on the overall VC Polo Classic event here.

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img_0367Essence Festival – America’s Biggest Celebration Of Black Women Is Back!  Described as “the party with a purpose” and was the backdrop for 2017 hit movie “Girls Trips”.  The event offers music, beauty brands pop-ups, meetups and self-love overload, lol.  Essence holds their annual festival at the Mercedes-Benz Superdome in New Orleans.  This event This years event will run July 5-8, 2018.  For tickets and additional information here.

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img_0368Crop Over Festival – Barbados crop over Monday,  June 25 and ends early August.  At the end of the Crop Over Festival in Barbados ends a spectacular Carnival/Kadooment Parade happens.  This event celebrates the ending of the local Sugar Cane harvest, and is distinctly unique from the Carnival festivities in other Caribbean countries.  The big Carnival/Kadooment parade always takes place the first Monday in August. Therefore this year’s parade will be on 6th August.    Another Caribbean themed event I’m interested in attending is the Toronto carnival known as Caribana. Caribana Weekend 2018 will take place Thursday, August 2nd – Monday, August 6th 2018.   What a decision?! 

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img_0369Art Basel – Art Basel is an international art fair with three shows staged annually in Basel, Switzerland; Miami Beach, Florida; and Hong Kong.  I plan on shaking the Chicago cold for to Miami beaches.  This year’s Art Basel Miami event takes place December 6 – 9, 2018 at Miami Beach Convention Center.  However, there’s so many events happen like pop-up art shows, music concerts, and fashion shows if I can’t attend the official “Art Basel” I can still live it up.

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Louis Vuitton Exhibition NYC | #travelingwhilefat

“Fly, Vogue, Travel.” _Louis Vuitton

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The Louis Vuitton exhibition was nothing less than luxury on full display.  Curated by Olivier Saillard and Robert Carsen as artistic director & set designer, the exhibition retraces the adventure of the House of Louis Vuitton from 1854 to the present. A story told through the portraits of its founders, as well as those who today are inventing the Louis Vuitton of tomorrow.

This free admission exhibition was filled with the best that the Louis Vuttion brand has to offer.  It was great to see how Louis Vuttion started to as a local luggage company unto the household brand that everyone wants to have a piece of.  The wide range of visitors to the exhibition speaks to the brands reach beyond fashion but is a lifestyle.

It was amazing to see the role my hometown of Chicago played in the story of the Louis Vuttion brand.  Louis Vuttion’s son George came to America for the first time when he attended the 1893 Chicago World’sFair.  It was there he met with a department store owner who would help debut Louis Vuttion products in America.

I was able to see Louis Vuttion from the beginning as well as modern-day collaborations with brands like Vivienne Westwood to urban brands like Supreme.

 

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Louis Vuttion has had a hand in all parts of travel fashion from the very start.

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The first Louis Vuttion tunk was created for theLouis Vuttion brand in 1875.

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Louis Vuttion used canvas and patterns to set his creations apart, as well as a protection against counterfeits.

 


 


 

 

 

 

 

 

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You can visit the exhibition yourself now through January 7th, 2017.VOLEZ, VOGUEZ, VOYAGEZ
Former American Stock Exchange Building
86 TRINITY PLACE
NEW YORK, NY 10006 

EXHIBITION HOURS

Monday to Saturday 10:00 am – 8:00pm
Sunday 11:00am – 7:00pm
Last admission: 30 minutes before closing
Reduced hours: Christmas Eve 11:00am – 6:00pm, New Year’s Eve 11:00am – 6:00pm, New Year’s Day 12:00pm – 5:00pm
Holiday closures: Christmas Day

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#Blogalicious9 Day One with Macy’s & Levi’s | Plus Size Fashion

Levi's plus size macy's .“An expert knows all the answers – if you ask the right questions.” _Levi Strauss

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I’m at Blogalicious!  I’m very excited to be here!  This is #Blogalicious9 and my first time attending.  I’ve been posting everything on my Instastories.  So if you’re not following me there now is the time!  I’ve done a tour of the hotel and the Blogalicious hall.  I’m working with the good people of Blogalicioius so I’ll be a little of everywhere.  During my recent visit to New York for theCurvycon and New York Fashion Week I connecting with the Macy’s plus size team.  So you’ll be seeing some products from the Macy’s plus section on the blog.

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The first Macy’s item I’m sporting is this super cute Levi’s Plus Size Graphic Logo T-Shirt .  Macy’s carries a large selection of Levi’s items in plus size.  There are Levi’s tops, jackets, shorts, and of course jeans.  I know many don’t know that Levi’s even has plus sizes.  So it’s great that Macy’s offers so much to choose from.

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As far as Day 1 of Blogalicious.  It was pretty chill for me.  I spent the morning taking pictures in and of the hotel.  I helped out at two sections.  The rest of my time was spent catching up with other bloggers I know from online or with my roommate Ashley.

 

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I’m happy I had a day to get myself together before jumping right into all the events.  There is so much going on.  I wanted to be everywhere at once so I didn’t miss anything.  I’m having a great time!  I’m so glad I attended.   You can follow all the BeBlogalicious fun on social media by using the hashtag #Blogalicious9 .

 

 

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If you’re looking for more style ideas here’s another way to wear plus size Levi’s available through Macy’s.  As always add touches that make your personal style shine through.

Top |Popover Tunic ▪ Jean: | 310 Shaping Super Skinny Jeans ▪Jacket | Utility Jacket  ▪Shoes | INC Created for Macy’s▪ Sunnies | Michael Kors ▪ Purse | Slouchy Hobo Created for Macy’s ▪ Jewelry | Emerald and Diamond Ensemble

 

  

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My Cycle Isn’t Regular & I’m O.K. With That!!!

In this blog post,  I’m talking about how my cycle isn’t regular & I’m o.k. with that!!!  Keep reading to see how I’m dealing with menstrual issues.

I can wear white!, menstrual cycle, uterine fibroids, “While what characterizes a “normal” period can vary, experts agree:  If you think your period is a problem, you should talk with a doctor about evaluation and treatment.” _Change The Cycle

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I’m super excited to be attending Blogalicious in Miami this October.  This is my first time attending this Stacey Ferguson led blogging conference.  I spent the weekend catching up on all the conferences emails to make sure I don’t miss a thing.  This year’s conference theme is #TribeUp.
Blogalicious will focus on this topic and hopefully be paramount in any tribe building journey.  “We’ve put hundreds of hours into cultivating a space for you to do this and more.  What’s great about our network is that they believe the same foundation – that tribes are important to almost every aspect of our lives.”  We’ve asked our Blogalicious Weekend 2017 Speakers to share what #TribeUp means to them.

Blogalicious did a call for people to speak about issues they have with their cycle.  I was honestly was fearful to share my issue that publicly.  I’m now very upset with myself for not offering my story.

I’ve had irregular menstrual cycles for about 20 years now.  Missed period started at the age of 18/19 years old.  Because my mother really didn’t speak to me about “getting my period” beyond using a pad I really didn’t have an understanding of how regular I should be.  I started going to my local Planned Parenthood and a nurse there offered my education on that.

Fast forward to 2010 I started having blood clots so big I could feel them passing through.  I had so much pain I wouldn’t be able to get out of bed.  At times I would have to wear a super tampon and overnight pad just to go to work.  I would have to change so many times I lose count.  I ended up having a D & C to relieve the issue I was having with uterine fibroids.  I was placed on birth control to regulate my cycle.

Every women’s issues are different so it’s very important that you seek help from a medical professional.  Preventive care is the key!  Many insurance companies currently cover services like a pap smear and breast exams at no change under the affordable care act aka Obamacare.  Or you can go to places like planned parenthood for these types of services for no to little cost.

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I can wear white!!!

Sometimes I laugh to keep from breaking down.  Sometimes I think to myself “Why is this happening to me?”  I’ve found the more I talk to other women about my menstrual issue I find that I’m truly not alone.  In speaking out I discovered my sister, cousin, and a lot of my friends have this issue as well.  Problems with my cycle is now not an “It’s only me issue.”  Women I know of all sizes, shapes, ages, and races have a similar issue too!  I’m so happy for the support of my tribe I ok with sharing my story.

The good people of Change The Cycle will be hosting a super important discussion about a topic that continues to plague so many of us.  Saturday, Oct. 7th during the Blogalicious.  I’m going to live stream the discussion on Facebook.  You can find it here.  Turn on your notification so you won’t miss it!

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I can wear white!!

 For anyone wanting to deets on this Sweetheart Neckline Jumpsuit with Skirt I’m wearing it’s from Eloquii and can be found here.  Now I’m off to find another white look for Blogalicious’ annual #WhyIWearWhiteParty!

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Dungeon Of Doom |Chicago | Halloween Haunt

 

Dungeon of Doom ..“Dungeon of Doom has been my lifelong love .” _ Tim (Dungeon of Doom owner)

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Halloween is one of my favorite times of the year but I’m a real scary cat when it comes to haunted houses and things like that.  I don’t even watch scary movies.  I’ve been covering my eyes since Freddy Krueger appeared on the screen in Nightmare on Elm Street. Nonetheless, I attended an exclusive preview media event at the Dungeon of Doom with my blogger boo Keyonda of arealurbanmom.

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Dungeon of Doom is located at 600 29th Zion, IL.  It’s Chicago and Milwaukee’s leading haunted house.  Dungeon of Doom is a 60-minute walk thru haunt.  This year’s haunt features “Buried Dead or Alive,” “The sacrifice – Tomb of Doom” and other new attractions.   

What was I thinking?!! Clearly, they’re out for blood as they prepare to kick off the Halloween season of fear.  Dungeon of Doom is back and ready to deliver a bone-chilling experience that is out of this world.  I didn’t make it through even with Keyonda’s help, lol.

Dungeon of Doom has amped-up their technology, theatrics, special effects and killer team to inflict an hour of horror and terror as attendees travel through 42,000 square feet of pure chaos.  With new and improved attractions and a chance to be buried alive, this is the place where nightmares loom.

Your opportunity to endure this haunting experience starts September 23 – thru November 4.  General admission tickets start at $25.  For those looking for the ultimate adventure, there are thrills like the Escape Room.  The Escape Room has attendees trapped in a Time Machine and within 45 minutes they must break out to a new world to save time and humanity.  Escape Room is sold as a separate add-on ticket experience. Plus there are VIP and season passes that are all available online here.

 

 

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NEW! The Sacrifice – Tomb of Doom is an exclusive new attraction of pure chaos that will immerse attendees into an evil temple. The deep underground damp and cold surroundings of huge rock formations is watched by elusive guarded Warriors. When entering its Sanctuary a massive ancient Monster surprises thrill-seekers.

 

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Buried Dead or Alive, a patented horror experience gives thrill-seekers the chance to see if they can withstand the claustrophobic scare sensation of being buried alive or they must risk having to join the rotting ranks of the buried dead! A test of bravery and sanity, Buried Dead or Alive can only be experienced at the Dungeon of Doom.

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The Killer Crew is like no other and aims to terrify even the most daring of souls. Attendees will have the chance to meet these menaces of the masses including Chaoss, Im’ma Cutter, Recktal Trauma, Beast, Shank the Clown and much more!

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Who goes anywhere thinking they’re going to come up missing?! 

 

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Only me!!!!!

 

 

Dungeon of Doom

Hades Boiler Room is a place where scare-enthusiasts can encounter industrial-grade terror in the shadowy depths of their worst nightmares. This hellish sub-level amid a maze of bursting corroded pipes drip water as pressure gauges indicate an impending explosion of boiling death just waiting to steam-cook anyone at any moment.

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Slaughter House Mania is a gory gallery of butchered flesh and dead carcasses where participants are at risk of ending up on the chopping block! The only thing more terrifying than the sharp meat hooks, bone saws and razor-sharp cleavers found here are the man-eating killers who wield these deadly weapons.

 

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TO FIND OUT MORE ABOUT ALL THE SCARY SLIGHTS AND FRIGHTS OR TO PURCHASE TICKETS VISIT WWW.DUNGEONOFDOOM.COM

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Plus Size Petite And Feeling Great! Cherry Blossom Jacquard Kimono

ASOS Kimono in Cherry Blossom Jacquard“When you have completed 95 percent of your journey, you are only halfway there.” _Japanese Proverb

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My recent visit to New York for New York Fashion Week has taught me so much about myself.  Every time I leave Chicago I take with me all that I’ve learned from being born and raised in the city of big shoulders.  This world will chew you up and spit you out if you let it.  Are you good enough?  Are you pretty enough?  Are you thin enough?What are you wearing?  Are you on trend?  So many thoughts swirling in my head.  Self-doubt can creep in so fast.

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Your mind can play tricks on you.  Having you believing everyone is doing so much better than you.  And that you will never be good enough.  What’s a girl to do?  I personally stop and thank God for keeping me in my right mind.  Take a moment and speak to your God or higher power.  Connecting with something greater than myself helps me remember the world is much bigger than myself and what I’m going through.  I like to reflect on how far I’ve come.  Be grateful for the small blessing is a way I make it through each day.

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Am I good enough?  Yes!  Social media is nothing but a big Bow Wow Challenge.  That’s why I only compete with myself.  I am my only competition.  I don’t worry about the next person and what they’re doing.  Am I pretty enough?  Am I thin enough? Yes!  I don’t let the mainstream media tell me what’s beautiful.  I love my round face and brown skin.  I am gorgeous just the way I am.  I do work to improve but not to change.  There is a huge difference.

What are you wearing?  Are you on trend?  More often than not I’m wearing something from my favorite brand ASOS.  The site is updated daily so I’m always on trend.  They speak to my personal style.  So I don’t worry about what others are wearing because I’m comfortable in my ASOS style choices.  As you can see above with some of the kimono options above you have so many choices that you can freely create a look that speaks to your own personal style.

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The kimono I picked is from the straight sizes.  I’m wearing a size 14.  I am plus size yet petite in height so this over sized jacket worked great as a dress on me.  I opted not to wear a formal top but a Lane Bryant bra.  The jacket did open slightly at the bottom so I added a burgundy faux leather mini skirt in a patent finish (size 3X).  I got these Gucci glasses for a steal while doing some retail therapy.  The purple in them worked so well with the pink green and white of the kimono.  The shoes from Aldo come with velcro straps and are super comfortable and easy to get in and out of.  Cute pink lippie and earrings and this look is done and done.

 

If you’re looking for more style ideas.  Wear your kimono as a true jacket and add in a shirt and jeans.  However, if you choose to wear it just add touches that make your personal style shine through.

  

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My Visit To Eloquii Chicago

Eloquii 8“WE LOVE FASHION. WE BELIEVE IN ITS TRANSFORMATIVE POWER.” _ Eloquii

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Do you know how hard it was for me to keep this secret?  I got a call this past summer from the Eloquii team and they told me that they were opening a pop up location in Chicago.  I could hardly deal after joking about the coming to Chicago.  There’s a different feeling you get when you’re able to try on clothes in-store.  I spoke about that in the post ELOQUII KEEPING IT’S BRICK AND MORTAR STORE IS A PLUS SIZE VICTORY.  With the fast pace life many of live online shopping it’s the way for us to go.  Sometime I need to know this dress will fit because I don’t have another 7 days to wait for another size to come if the dress is still in stock.  Chicago is the 3rd largest market so Eloquii opening here is a no brainier but how they are doing it took a lot of thought.

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I attended the ELOQUII’S VIP BREAKFAST AND CHICAGO STORE SNEAK PEEK so I was able to see the store before it was open to the public.  The store looked like my room when I’m getting ready for a night out.  Clothes and shoes were everywhere.  So my return when the store was done done was an amazing sight.

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You can find the Eloquii Chicago store on the Mag Mile at 520 North Michigan Ave.  The store is nestled on the second floor just outside of Nordstrom in the Northbridge.  The store is everything a plus girl needs in a lush shopping experience.

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Eloquii Chicago speaks to Eloquii’s customer base.  It’s like they took their website and created a way for you to walk in and try on the clothes.  The whole staff will be your instant bffs.  They guided me though the store that was beautifully designed.  They have my size mannequiens!  I love knowing how the clothes will lay because they’re hang on body shapes like mine.  You can book a styling appointment with the staff you’ll be placed  lounge with the attached dressing room.  Chicago ladies push away from your computers and see the gorgeous store in-person.  Bold prints, spacious seating and of course the latest in Eloquii’s clothes.   Eloquii is doing a soft launch Thursday August 17th.  The store’s grand opening will be September 6th.

 

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Instagram New York | Best Places To Photograph In NYC

Instagram NYC - photo“Take a picture it’ll last longer” _ Unknown

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New York is a great place to visit.  There aren’t many places that have a mix of culture, food, people, and entertainment.  When you combine all of those things you end up with a perfect backdrop for a photo experience.  I mean who doesn’t like to do it for the Gram!  If you’re seeing NYC for the first time or in need of a blogger-approved backdrops this list is for you.  
New York offers some great visuals that are snap-worthy.  The places I’ve selected are free or very low cost.  All are easy to get to from public transit, a cab, Uber or Lyft.  It’s ok in you do have a camera and tripod.  Many of these places are perfect for iphoneography.  So put on your biggest smile and best look.       

 

 

 

 

 

 

THE YORK PUBLIC LIBRARY

There are miles of colorful books, desks and lamps sit under a ceiling sent from the heavens in the NYPL’s ornate reading room.  It’s so Instagramable inside and out.  Be sure to walk up its steps and take a pic next to the pair of lions.  The lions are a big draw.

 

 

 

STONE STREET

Stone street is one of oldest streets in all of New York.  The setting is perfect for pictures.  The cool colors of the building are a great backdrop.  The Financial District has great statues to pose next to.

 

 

 

PIETRO NOLITA

 

Known as the pink place.  Pietro Nolita is the go-to cafe for the girly girl.  Pink barstools, pink tables, pink lights…this place is super cute and I hear their food is also delicious.  It’s a very small so try to book your spot early.   174 Elizabeth Street, 10012

 

 

 

 THE WHITNEY

The terrace of the newly designed nine-story museum for the city’s most stunning sunset views.  Go to whitney.org for more information like hours.  

 

 

 

 

TIMES SQUARE

Times Square is part of New York City’s DNA.  There will be tons of tourists but all the lights are great for pictures.  Right across from the McDonald’s is the Hello Kitty store (No pictures inside of there).  There is also a wax museums in Time Square.  

 

 

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THE STATEN ISLAND FERRY

 

Nothing bets free!!!  It’s an hour round trip and fulls up quick.  It’s one of the best ways to see the New York City skyline is from the water. The Staten Island Ferry runs until 11pm. The ferry to Ellis and Liberty Islands (small fee) is also beautiful though it tends to be much more crowded. 4 Whitehall Street, 10004

 

 

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THE FLATIRON BUILDING

 

The prime location for this oddly shaped and highly recognizable building — right across the street from Madison Square Park — makes the Flatiron Building an excellent stop for any city explorer.

Get someone with you to hop up onto a chair in the little plaza across the street for a shot sans people or traffic.  Avoid taking your photo early in the morning unless you want the shadows of other buildings cast across the Flatiron’s facade. 175 Fifth Avenue, 10010

 

 

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THE OCULUS

The Oculus resembles a “bird released from a child’s hands.  It’s a shopping mall/transit hub in the World Trade Center complex.  It’s a true architectural wonders.  Head to the upper level of the mall to capture the futuristic rib-like skylight that makes up the ceiling.

A new addition to downtown Manhattan, this might be the most photogenic mall in America. The all white interior and towering ceiling is a must see.  185 Greenwich Street, 10007

 

 

 

TOP OF THE ROCK

You can go to the top of the Empire State Building to get a amazing shot of Manhattan in all directions.  There are only a few places higher for a panorama view than the Top of The Rock, the Midtown observation deck with views that can’t easily be beat.

You can look to the the south from the 70-story Observation Deck to see all the way down to 1 World Trade and the Statue of Liberty or to the north for the most incredible views of Central Park.  There’s no bad time of day to see this view of NYC from the top of the rock.  The last trip up at 11:15PM guarantees a small crowd. 30 Rockefeller Plaza, 10111

 

 

 

 

 

SPRINKLES CUPCAKE ATM

 

Skip the line at Sprinkles and grab one of their delicious cupcakes from the perfectly pink ATM where you can find most of their flavors, restocked throughout the day.  Have your camera ready to snap a video of the ATM serving your cupcake or hold up your cupcake and use the pink backdrop for a colorful image. 780 Lexington Avenue, 10065

 

 

 

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100 GATES PROJECT

 

The public-arts project done on businesses’ security gates on the Lower East Side.  This “outdoor gallery” has about 80 gates completed so far as part of the FourSquare’s handy walking tour.  This is where the #LoveWall can be found.  They are fun backdrop for outfits shots. This one at Seamore’s on Broome Street is really cute too. Mott Street, 10013

 

 

 

I hope this help! Is there a place that needs to be added to the Instagrammable list?  Share your favorite place in NYC in the comments.  Also be sure to tag @thefatgiroffashion to your pictures so I can see you doing it for the Gram.   

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30 Day Checklist For theCurvycon

thecurvycon swag“If you fail to plan, you are planning to fail.”_ Benjamin Franklin

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TheCurvycon is a month away.  Where has the time gone?  I’m very excited.  This is my second year attending.  I had a wonderful time at theCurvycon 2016.  I also travel to NYC often.  I know that this year’s theCurvycon is going to very special because it’s happening during one of the busiest time in New Year which is Fashion Week.  New York will be crazy in a good way.  With 30 days until theCurvycon here’s a quick checklist to make sure your trip goes off without a hitch.

 

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theCURVYcon ticket

Purchase your theCurvyccon ticket – As of today, Platinum and teal tickets are sold out!  You can still get general admission tickets.  Those tickets are available here.  Plans do change so you may see tickets online for resale.  BE CAREFUL!!!!  Those tickets are not guaranteed because they are not coming from theCurvycon’s Eventbrite page.  Only purchase resale tickets from people you know and trust.  You don’t want to arrive and your ticket not be honored.

Did you know? Last year theCurvycon team starting selling this year’s theCurvycon tickets the week following the event.  So save a few coins for that because they offered a discount on those tickets.  I hope they do that again because that’s when I purchased my platinum ticket.

 

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Book Your Room – Rooms are going fast.  They are also getting pricey.  If you’re renting a hotel room or an AirBNB you really need to book today.  New York rooms are smaller than rooms in other parts of the US but sharing is a great way to save.

Did you know? theCurvycon has a Facebook group for ticket holders.  People are looking for roommates.  So purchase your ticket here and join the group.

 

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Flight/Train/Bus Tickets – By now you should know how you’re going to get there.  If you haven’t as of yet book your travel plans.  I suggest coming in Thursday because theCurvycon events start at 9:30 am on Friday.

Did you know? Save room in your suitcase for your swag and purchases.  Some of my favorite brands like Gwynnie Bee, ASOS, Eloquii, ModCloth, and Macy’s will be at theCurvycon mall.

 

 

ASHLEYAshley’s look – Jacket ▪Here | Jumper ▪ Similar | Purse ▪ Here | Shoes ▪Similar

Plan Your Outfits – This is a fashion event so bring it!  You don’t have to wear Gucci.  I find the best looks are when a person is creative.  Time does fly so you want to make sure you have time for your orders to come in.  You have time to try your clothes on and reorder if needed.

Did you know? It’s possible that an agency or two will be scouting at theCURVYcon.  You could be the new face of your favorite brand.

 

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Clean out our phone – This may seem very random but it’s not.  There’s nothing worst than having the prefect selfie all lined up with your favorite blogger and your phone says you’re out of memory.  Take the next couple of weeks and delete the old food pictures so that you’ll be able to capture all the fun without any issue.

Did you know? If you can’t decide which pics to let go of simply save them to your computer and then remove them from your phone.

 

Gray Line Bus

Make reservations – Start thinking about all the restaurants and tours you’ve been wishing to go to.  Now is the time to books that tour or place a call to that restaurant.  NYFW is super business and your don’t want to miss out because they’re booked up.

Did you know? You can book many tours and restaurants online? Yep!  Let your fingers do the walking, lol.

 

 

 

 

 

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