I have just read an article on http://www.news.com.au/entertainment/fashion/fashion-plus-sized-double-standards/story-e6frfn7i-1225875074528
I totally agree with Bruno Schiavi, an Australian fashion veteran, that more designers come out saying they support the plus size range but they don't do as they said and their collections have not included large size. He also said that the designers don't produce plus size fashion because more costs are involved in manufacturing (more fabric, more freight.s..) and that will give them less margins!
I specialise in swimwear design, I understand there is a big difference between costs of making a pair of bikinis size 8 and a set of tankinis or skirtinis in size 24! But I still love designing swimwear for plus size women because in my opinion, women regardless what shapes or sizes they're in; they deserve to look their best. I know there are a lot of plus size women who have fashion consciousness, so even though I earn less margins on my plus size fashion range, I wouldn't mind. The main thing is that my happy customers will make me feel great and that's all I care.
Tuesday, December 7, 2010
Sunday, October 24, 2010
Kim Kardashian and Her Voluptuous Body
Yesterday on http://au.lifestyle.yahoo.com/who/galleries/g/-/8169827/3/kim-kardashian-socialite-reality-star-and-loving-sister/ I found some pictures of the Kardashian sisters but mainly about the reality rising star Kim Kardashian. She is really a woman with beautiful curves; born in a weathy family in Beverly Hills but Kim has worked hard to earn a position in the celebrity world.
She is a very sexy diva, who would not like to look at her? Compare to skin & bones stars Paris Hilton or Victoria Beckham, Kim has much more beautiful shape. When Kim was a teenager, she often prayed for her curves no more developed; but actually, the curves are her best assets now.
As talking about curves, you should celebrate your curves which have come naturally and be proud of them. Men love curves; they don't love skin & bones!
She is a very sexy diva, who would not like to look at her? Compare to skin & bones stars Paris Hilton or Victoria Beckham, Kim has much more beautiful shape. When Kim was a teenager, she often prayed for her curves no more developed; but actually, the curves are her best assets now.
As talking about curves, you should celebrate your curves which have come naturally and be proud of them. Men love curves; they don't love skin & bones!
Monday, September 20, 2010
Womens Swimwear - Plus Size Swimsuits Trends for This Summer
Women’s swimwear trends for plus size women this year hence more coverage which is good news for full figured ladies who do not have trim bodies like catwalk models but still like to look good at the beach.
There are also more beautiful swimwear designs and fabric choices for real women who wish to show off their best curves as well as minimizing their body flaws in style.
Thanks to the revolution of the internet now real women can buy swimsuits online and try them on at their own home, at their own pace instead of facing queuing up for public fitting room in a crowded store.
Shirring is a popular trend this season for clothing including swimwear. Swimsuit design with shirring is an excellent choice for real women as it will make them look fashionable whilst giving them comfort and perfectly hiding bulges. The swimsuits can have ruching underarms or under bust as well as on both sides of the suit.
The key swimwear design for the season is beach culture. The prints and colour trends are from tropical floral landscapes to exotic destinations. The colour pallette works around blues, turquoise, crimson, pink, lime and black. Metallic trim around the prints is also a key trend. Popular cuts include twisted bandeau, ruched ribbons or key holes.
Style trends:
One Piece Swimwear:
Many plus size women especially whose body is hour glass shape prefer this style as it show off their curves. Look for plus size swimsuits with adequate support, built-in bra and if you have a nice bust, you should choose swimwear with plunging neckline and key holes which will accentuate your curve.
Swimdresses:
It is more modest than other types of swimwear; women in plus sizes will look stylish and flattering in swimdresses; they provide extra coverage over tummy, hip and thigh areas. These areas are problems for many large size women and the one piece swimsuit style is excellent for covering them. Shirring swimdress is definitely a popular trend for plus sizes.
Two Piece swimsuits:
Tankinis:
Some women do not like one piece swimsuits as they are sometime difficult to put on or take off. Tankinis are two-piece separate swimwear usually includes a camisole top and a pair of swim pants. The trend for this season is deep V neck or twisted bandeau. As a plus size, you should choose the swim top which is long enough to cover your tummy and the swim pants with medium leg cut.
Skirtinis:
They are two-piece swimwear, like tankinis, but instead of having regular swimming pants for bottom; skirtinis have short length skirts with attached panties. Full figured women who like looking young and flattering would love skirtinis. The swimsuits provide comfort and they will boost your confidence as you will have more coverage on your tummy and thighs. As a plus size woman, you will look great in skirtinis because they will accentuate your curves whilst camouflage flaws.
Skirtini swimsuits have become more and more popular for plus size women and the trend for this style’s top is twisted bandeau or sweetheart V neck with empire waist or shirring under bust.
After a long cold winter, working hard for your family; it is the time for you to enjoy outdoor, imagine you are at your girl friends pool parties or on a Hawaii beach wearing your beautiful swimsuit with pride! Updating your swimwear wardrobe is the most deserved thing you should do for your self.
There are also more beautiful swimwear designs and fabric choices for real women who wish to show off their best curves as well as minimizing their body flaws in style.
Thanks to the revolution of the internet now real women can buy swimsuits online and try them on at their own home, at their own pace instead of facing queuing up for public fitting room in a crowded store.
Shirring is a popular trend this season for clothing including swimwear. Swimsuit design with shirring is an excellent choice for real women as it will make them look fashionable whilst giving them comfort and perfectly hiding bulges. The swimsuits can have ruching underarms or under bust as well as on both sides of the suit.
The key swimwear design for the season is beach culture. The prints and colour trends are from tropical floral landscapes to exotic destinations. The colour pallette works around blues, turquoise, crimson, pink, lime and black. Metallic trim around the prints is also a key trend. Popular cuts include twisted bandeau, ruched ribbons or key holes.
Style trends:
One Piece Swimwear:
Many plus size women especially whose body is hour glass shape prefer this style as it show off their curves. Look for plus size swimsuits with adequate support, built-in bra and if you have a nice bust, you should choose swimwear with plunging neckline and key holes which will accentuate your curve.
Swimdresses:
It is more modest than other types of swimwear; women in plus sizes will look stylish and flattering in swimdresses; they provide extra coverage over tummy, hip and thigh areas. These areas are problems for many large size women and the one piece swimsuit style is excellent for covering them. Shirring swimdress is definitely a popular trend for plus sizes.
Two Piece swimsuits:
Tankinis:
Some women do not like one piece swimsuits as they are sometime difficult to put on or take off. Tankinis are two-piece separate swimwear usually includes a camisole top and a pair of swim pants. The trend for this season is deep V neck or twisted bandeau. As a plus size, you should choose the swim top which is long enough to cover your tummy and the swim pants with medium leg cut.
Skirtinis:
They are two-piece swimwear, like tankinis, but instead of having regular swimming pants for bottom; skirtinis have short length skirts with attached panties. Full figured women who like looking young and flattering would love skirtinis. The swimsuits provide comfort and they will boost your confidence as you will have more coverage on your tummy and thighs. As a plus size woman, you will look great in skirtinis because they will accentuate your curves whilst camouflage flaws.
Skirtini swimsuits have become more and more popular for plus size women and the trend for this style’s top is twisted bandeau or sweetheart V neck with empire waist or shirring under bust.
After a long cold winter, working hard for your family; it is the time for you to enjoy outdoor, imagine you are at your girl friends pool parties or on a Hawaii beach wearing your beautiful swimsuit with pride! Updating your swimwear wardrobe is the most deserved thing you should do for your self.
Monday, July 12, 2010
What on Earth This Designer Designs?
Today when surfing the net, I stumble on a German designer 's models pictures. Patrick Mohr sent models down the runway with fake whiskers and bald heads for his spring/summer 2011 show at Berlin Fashion Week.
His models look very weird and stick thin like skeletons. They look so sick. Would you have to be like his models to wear his designs??? I can not find any art or beauty in those styles. Unique design does not mean to be weird or ugly. Would you agree with me?
My philosophy in fashion design is simply stylish, feminine, trendy and realistic that can apply to any ordinary woman. I make swimwear in real size for real women who are the majority in our society.
His models look very weird and stick thin like skeletons. They look so sick. Would you have to be like his models to wear his designs??? I can not find any art or beauty in those styles. Unique design does not mean to be weird or ugly. Would you agree with me?
My philosophy in fashion design is simply stylish, feminine, trendy and realistic that can apply to any ordinary woman. I make swimwear in real size for real women who are the majority in our society.
Sunday, June 27, 2010
My New Website Curvysea.com
It's the time to give Curvysea online boutique a new face! I decided to hire a professional web developer to replace the old website to a new one. The new website still has a main purpose to target and to serve plus size women in the fashion/clothing market. It looks more beautiful, wider with larger product images and easier navigation.
The shopping cart, however, is required more steps during the check out to help customers retrieve their details later once they go through the whole check out system. I am not too keen on this system because it creates more work for customers but I hope they will understand and get used to it.
So far the new website is up and running, I'm keeping my fingers crossed.
The shopping cart, however, is required more steps during the check out to help customers retrieve their details later once they go through the whole check out system. I am not too keen on this system because it creates more work for customers but I hope they will understand and get used to it.
So far the new website is up and running, I'm keeping my fingers crossed.
Sunday, June 6, 2010
Beautiful Women With Curves!
It is incredible how God creates people, like our women we come in completely different shapes and sizes: tall, short, thin, large. It is society, media and the fashion industry which set criteria on what so call “beautiful “or “ugly” women. I hope plus-sized women to break loose of society’s unrealistic thoughts and views of who they are.
I want them to know that they are beautifully made by God. They should love and believe in themselves. They should know that they are capable to achieve whatever they want to achieve, just like anyone else. Sizes have nothing to do with it. An important factor is that plus size women should always maintain a positive appearance and there are plenty of tips and tricks on how to flatter their look. Beauty comes in all sizes, so ladies you should enjoy being who you are. Do not try to look like someone you are not; also do not compare yourself to everyone else. As long as you are yourself people will love you for that. Do not be disappointed that you don’t look like some pretty celebrities in fashion magazines (most of their pictures are fixed by photoshops anyway). You are unique and beautiful, so be proud of who you are!
I want them to know that they are beautifully made by God. They should love and believe in themselves. They should know that they are capable to achieve whatever they want to achieve, just like anyone else. Sizes have nothing to do with it. An important factor is that plus size women should always maintain a positive appearance and there are plenty of tips and tricks on how to flatter their look. Beauty comes in all sizes, so ladies you should enjoy being who you are. Do not try to look like someone you are not; also do not compare yourself to everyone else. As long as you are yourself people will love you for that. Do not be disappointed that you don’t look like some pretty celebrities in fashion magazines (most of their pictures are fixed by photoshops anyway). You are unique and beautiful, so be proud of who you are!
Tuesday, March 23, 2010
Find Plus Size Swimsuit or Lingerie That Fits and Flatters
According to a recent study, 75% of customers buying clothes on the internet are women. As we all know women are not all built the same, neither should our clothes all be cut the same. For full figured women, we have hourglass figure; rectangle shape; triangle shape; diverted triangle shape…. Finding a plus size swimwear or plus size lingerie especially over internet is a big task.
It is the best if you know your body measurements and body shape. Always look at the swimsuit size chart before you order, every manufacturer or designer has their own sizing measurements.
Size charts can also vary in different countries. They even have different measurement systems. For instance, if you are in countries that use metric system and you want to buy swimsuits online from a country using imperial system, you will have to convert their sizing dimension which is in Inch into Centimetre: say, if the bust is 40’ (inches): 40 x 2.54 = 101.6, it will be 101.6cm; vice versa from countries using metric system if the bust is 101.6 cm and you convert into inches: 101.6 : 2.54 = 40 Inches.
For plus size swimsuits/ swimwear, sizing is not the same among countries.
Size 14 in Australia is generally equal to size 12 (USA), size 14-16 (UK) and size 42 (Europe); so do not rely on the sizing number itself. With plus size lingerie, the sizing is more simple and universal in size 1X to 4 or 5X but there are still different measurements between lingerie brands.
You can not use your dress size for plus size swimsuit size. If your dress size is 14 then your swimsuit size may vary from 16 or 18 (depends on manufacturers). A good rule of thumb is to know your body measurements and compare them to the swimsuit’s size chart on the website that you plan to buy.
Before ordering a plus size swimsuit or plus size lingerie, you should spare some time to read through the product’s description. Usually, online sellers indicate body shape (long, medium or short torso) suitability for the style/design in their descriptions.
Due to health regulation, most of online shops will not accept lingerie return, but with plus size swimwear, make sure you know a website’s return/ refund policy before placing an order.
Last but not least, get recommendation from your friends, family or colleagues who are experienced in purchasing plus size swimwear/ plus size lingerie online.
Find real testimonials from previous customers who were happy enough to post their comments on a website.
It is the best if you know your body measurements and body shape. Always look at the swimsuit size chart before you order, every manufacturer or designer has their own sizing measurements.
Size charts can also vary in different countries. They even have different measurement systems. For instance, if you are in countries that use metric system and you want to buy swimsuits online from a country using imperial system, you will have to convert their sizing dimension which is in Inch into Centimetre: say, if the bust is 40’ (inches): 40 x 2.54 = 101.6, it will be 101.6cm; vice versa from countries using metric system if the bust is 101.6 cm and you convert into inches: 101.6 : 2.54 = 40 Inches.
For plus size swimsuits/ swimwear, sizing is not the same among countries.
Size 14 in Australia is generally equal to size 12 (USA), size 14-16 (UK) and size 42 (Europe); so do not rely on the sizing number itself. With plus size lingerie, the sizing is more simple and universal in size 1X to 4 or 5X but there are still different measurements between lingerie brands.
You can not use your dress size for plus size swimsuit size. If your dress size is 14 then your swimsuit size may vary from 16 or 18 (depends on manufacturers). A good rule of thumb is to know your body measurements and compare them to the swimsuit’s size chart on the website that you plan to buy.
Before ordering a plus size swimsuit or plus size lingerie, you should spare some time to read through the product’s description. Usually, online sellers indicate body shape (long, medium or short torso) suitability for the style/design in their descriptions.
Due to health regulation, most of online shops will not accept lingerie return, but with plus size swimwear, make sure you know a website’s return/ refund policy before placing an order.
Last but not least, get recommendation from your friends, family or colleagues who are experienced in purchasing plus size swimwear/ plus size lingerie online.
Find real testimonials from previous customers who were happy enough to post their comments on a website.
Thursday, February 25, 2010
Lingerie Caring Tips
Extra care needs to be taken when putting your delicate lingerie on, do it gently and to avoid damage, remove all jewellery with sharp objets when dressing.
Most of lingerie is made from delicate fabric and some of women’s sleepwear include lace or mesh, should be treated with care. The tips below will help you keep your sexy babydoll lingerie last longer.
You should read care instruction label on the lingerie carefully before first time wash; generally, the best way is to wash it by hand in cold water with gentle liquid soap (hand washing liquid) or baby shampoo; do not twist or wring the lingerie as it may cause creases/ wrinkles and extra gentle care needed when washing lace lingerie. Avoid wearing rings with sharp objects that can snag or pull the threats out when you rub the sleepwear. Hang it drip dry in shade (the lingerie’s colour will last longer that way)
If the instruction advice is your lingerie should be dry clean only, you should follow it strictly, otherwise the fabric may be shrank or stretched out and the lingerie will be ruined.
To machine washable lingerie (as recommended on the label), you should put your lingerie in a mesh bag (you can find the bag from a two-dollars shop); wash them together with other delicate clothes and set your washing machine on delicate cycle in cold water.
Never put your lingerie in the clothes dryer because the heat may degrade the fabric.
Do not tumble dry: Tumble drying causes the elastane to degrade and could damage the delicate lace and detailing of your lingerie.
Do not bleach because it will damage the delicate fabrics and will affect the colours
Do not iron your lingerie UNLESS the instruction says otherwise; for the lingerie that you can iron, set the iron at low level because most of lingerie is made from nylon and will get damage easily in hot iron.
With special care for your favourite lingerie, you can keep it in pristine condition for as long as you want it.
Most of lingerie is made from delicate fabric and some of women’s sleepwear include lace or mesh, should be treated with care. The tips below will help you keep your sexy babydoll lingerie last longer.
You should read care instruction label on the lingerie carefully before first time wash; generally, the best way is to wash it by hand in cold water with gentle liquid soap (hand washing liquid) or baby shampoo; do not twist or wring the lingerie as it may cause creases/ wrinkles and extra gentle care needed when washing lace lingerie. Avoid wearing rings with sharp objects that can snag or pull the threats out when you rub the sleepwear. Hang it drip dry in shade (the lingerie’s colour will last longer that way)
If the instruction advice is your lingerie should be dry clean only, you should follow it strictly, otherwise the fabric may be shrank or stretched out and the lingerie will be ruined.
To machine washable lingerie (as recommended on the label), you should put your lingerie in a mesh bag (you can find the bag from a two-dollars shop); wash them together with other delicate clothes and set your washing machine on delicate cycle in cold water.
Never put your lingerie in the clothes dryer because the heat may degrade the fabric.
Do not tumble dry: Tumble drying causes the elastane to degrade and could damage the delicate lace and detailing of your lingerie.
Do not bleach because it will damage the delicate fabrics and will affect the colours
Do not iron your lingerie UNLESS the instruction says otherwise; for the lingerie that you can iron, set the iron at low level because most of lingerie is made from nylon and will get damage easily in hot iron.
With special care for your favourite lingerie, you can keep it in pristine condition for as long as you want it.
Tuesday, January 12, 2010
New Health Research Found on Real Size Women
People have thought plus size women are unhealthy bla..bla.. but today I found an interesting news article based on a health research in the UK and which is about " Carrying fat on the hips, thighs and bottom, rather than around the waist, has a range of health benefits and actively protects against diabetes and heart disease, experts at Oxford University said"
The rest will be on: http://au.news.yahoo.com/a/-/newshome/6672675
The rest will be on: http://au.news.yahoo.com/a/-/newshome/6672675
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