6 ft. above LA
I often share the challenges I've faced and the negative comments that have fueled my #EffYourBeautyStandards mindset and drive to succeed #InSpiteOfTheirNegativeNonsense. And I am thankful for the motivation that has helped me turn negative experiences into moments of excellence. But there are so many positive influences in my life, like my sweet mom, who [...]
I think our goal should be to sparkle and shine bright all year long, but this is especially true when you're headed out for the Holidays. Sequins just seem to shine a little bit brighter under the twinkle of Holiday lights. Let's talk about this jumpsuit from Lane Bryant. I love this for special events, [...]
The air is starting to get crisp and the leaves are turning from green to hues of yellow and orange creating a back-drop for pumpkin patches, gools and goblins, and of course boots, sweaters, and all things cool and cozy. Well not really… We are still experiencing 90+ degrees here in Los Angeles and it’s [...]
Since I can remember I have loved fashion, playing dress-up, following trends, and being creative.  I also remember that it wasn’t always easy. The hunt for cool finds in my size was exhausting yet exciting and finding them still gives me a rush! I wanted to share a couple of newest items that Lane Bryant [...]
Society: Â You're too big, please make yourself as plain and muted as possible to atone. Me: Â Puts on hot pink dress and struts even harder. Shhhhhh! Â You are supposed to be seen and not heard. Â Time and time again there is usually someone trying to shush women, especially big women, and damn it... don't be [...]
I've got a new friend and Allie's got long legs just like me! I’ve been over 6 ft tall since I was 14 years old and since then I can remember clothing from LaneBryant hanging in my closet. Being both a tall and curvy doesn’t make shopping easy. I am thankful for the growth in [...]
"You Deserve to Shine"!  -Ashley Poirier What do you do when you finally find what you were looking for AND it comes in your size? You shout about it! This is me shouting! I really appreciate that more retailers are extending their clothing lines to be size inclusive.  In-store and online shopping continues to get better [...]
The other day I was driving and reflecting, and an incredible sense of serenity and peace came over me, followed by an overwhelming feeling of gratitude. I can’t explain it but at that moment I knew that what I had been struggling with for quite some time now was over. I had an understanding of [...]
With the summer months upon us, I am sure we are likely to show a little more skin. No... a lot more skin to be exact. Ladies if you're heavily blessed up top a good strapless bra is hard to find. I love strapless dresses and jumpsuits in the summer, but can rarely find a strapless [...]
"Power is the ability to do good things for others"- Brooke Astor There is a thought floating around that power comes from what we gain. Wealth, position, admiration, respect, or influence. I am a firm believer in power comes from what we give. Love, encouragement, or support. Don’t get me wrong,  wealth, position, and influence [...]
Dee Ellerbe 