August 2015
Magazine
The Swimsuit Issue
Cover Model
Porshe Whiters
Featuring Indigo Blossom Brandee Shataramarie LaShay Kerry Stephens Pokey www.curvzmag.com
CONTENTS 4. Indigo Blossom 8. Brandee 14. Shataramarie 20. Porsche Whiters 26. The Curvy Styler: Jchell
What Suits You When It Comes To Plus Size Swimsuits?
28. LaShay 36. Kerry Stephens 40. Pokey
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Indigo Blossom Photographer: NVice Graphics
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Model: Indigo Blossom Photographer: NVice Graphics Swimsuit: Target Hat: H&M
Brandee
Photographer: J.Coles Studio
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Model: Brandee Photographer: J.Coles Studio Swimsuit: House Of Baboski
​Shataramarie Photographer: XHT Photography
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Model: Shataramarie Photographer: XHT Photography Swimsuit: Forever 21
Porsche Whiters Photographer: Melvin Hicks
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Model: Porsche Whiters Photographer: Melvin Hicks, Elite image Studios Swimsuit: Torrid
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What Suits You When It Comes To Plus Size Swimsuits? The Curvy Styler By Jchell
I
was excited to see a plus size model on the cover of Sports Illustrated, ok yes you read that right, a plus size model on the cover of Sports Illustrated! Plus size women are getting noticed especially wearing swimsuits. So, with that being said, It's that time again ladies to put on those swimsuits. I know for some of you Divas think the word SWIMSUIT is a bad word, but trust me once I give you a few tips on what swimsuit to flaunt you'll be strutting yourself around that pool.
Shopping for a swimsuit you want to find a suit that will accentuates your best features while at the same time hiding your trouble areas. First you have to determine the best swimwear that will flatter your body type. "What's my body type?" I see those wheels turning in your head, so let me get started explaining body types. Pear Pear-shaped women should focus on accentuating their bust and upper body, while concealing the lower part of their body. Who: Women with larger legs, thighs, or bottoms. What: Accentuate the top part of your body and hide the lower part. How: Pair solid bottoms with a brightly color tops to draw the eye upward. Best styles: Skirtinis, tankini sets, or one-pieces with brightly colors tops. Apple Apple-shaped women should focus on drawing the eye downward with flowing designs and styles. Choose prints over solids, as solids will draw more attention to your body.
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Who: Women with larger chests, shoulders, or stomachs. What: Accentuate your legs with more coverage in the bustier area. How: Wear tummy-trimming suits and brightly colored prints to draw attention downward. Best styles: Swimdresses and all-over print one-piece suits. Small Waist Women with small waists should accentuate them! Focus on finding swimsuits that emphasize the waist by drawing attention to it with belts, colors, and prints. Who: Women with larger chests and hips, but with a small waist. What: Accentuate your thin waist and upper body. How: Draw attention to your waist with a fun belt, or a swimsuit that emphasizes the waist. Best styles: One-piece suits with brightly colored tops and designs. Large Bust Large-busted women should focus on finding a swimsuit that provides comfort and support, as well as fashion. The halter top is the most figure-flattering top for largebusted women. Who: Women with larger chests. What: Accentuate your chest while staying comfortable. How: Wear underwire tops with sturdy straps to draw attention to the chest while flattering it. Best styles: Halter tops (the A-line creates a slimming effect, and the thick straps provide bust support) as well as underwire tops with thick straps. I hope I was able to shine light on what swimsuits that will flatter your body type. Just remember no two bodies are exactly alike, and no swimsuit advice is perfect. Knowing what looks good on you will give you more options when it comes to choosing a swimsuit. I suggest that you always try on swimsuits and once you find that awesome suit that screams THIS IS THE ONE, make sure to pair it with stylist flip flops, sunglasses, and a hat to complete your look! Email: jchell@jonesgirlsinc.com Facebook fan page: Jchell Plus Size Model On Deck Twitter: @JCHELL73 Instagram: @jchell_model_stylist
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LaShay
Photographer: Perry Designs Photography
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Model: LaShay Photographer: Perry Designs Photography MUA: Fernormfaces (Jo-Anna Nnorom) Swimsuit: Lane Bryant
Kerry Stephens Photographer: Photos By Phelps
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Model: Kerry Stephens Photographer: Photos By Phelps Swimsuit: Freya, www.barbarasnewbeginnings.com
Pokey
Photographer: AP Perry Designs
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Model: Pokey Photographer: AP Perry Designs MUA: Jo-Anna Fernormfacez Stylist Tina with Flipped Kouture Swimsuit: Monif C
Model: Pokey Photographer: AP Perry Designs.net MUA: Jo-Anna Fernormfacez Stylist Tina with Flipped Kouture Swimsuit: Torrid
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