The Ultimate Plus Size Magazine
Featuring
CONTENTS
8. Brown Starr 12. Red Storm 18. Fashion N Fitness
By: Coach Vicky Jackson
20. Yum Yum Cover Model
28. Fashion Top Ten Rules of Accessorizing 30. Dee Dee 36. Nina Martinez 42. Photographer Spotlight Ivory Jackson
CURVZ Anthony Big Moe Coleman Editor-in-Chief and C.E.O. KL Young Executive Director Jo Jchell Jones Executive Marketing Writers Vicky Jackson Fashion N Fitness Photographers Gerald James Photographer Kendra Pipkin
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WELCOME TO THE FEBRUARY CURVZ MAGAZINE ISSUE February in New York is always one of the coldest months of the year but I can proudly say that we produced a hot and steamy issue this month! I will like to thank Mikey Jay for assisting in casting models and location setting. Full Figure model Malinda Bell “Yumyum” sweetly sizzled in the spotlight as our feature and the beautiful model Red Storm heated up the pages in her leopard attire. Each girl was the epitome of fashion, fun, and of coursecurves. Models Dee Dee and Nina Martinez kept it hot like fire so there is no doubt in my mind you will enjoy this issue as much as I do. Brown Starr shined as a model and was a huge contributing factor in styling the models with her jewelry line Twisted Treatzz. All these elements combined together made an explosive Curvz Issue. Many people played an influential part in bringing this issue together that I would like to acknowledge. Without a great team, it takes longer to accomplish a goal so my sincere thanks to the key players who were the glue: Quentin Cockrell for his professionalism and styling, photographer Ivory Jackson for coming through in a clench and delivering winning pictures, and photographer Dee Mack for coming through and helping me out I appreciate you all. -Big Moe, CEO and Editor–in-Chief
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Brown Starr Photography By: Big Moe
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Model: Brown Starr Styling: Quentin Cockrell Accessories: Twisted Treatzz www.facebook.com/TwistedTreatzz.StarrB Photographer: Big Moe Curvzmag@yahoo.com 10 Curvz February 2014
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Red Storm Photography By: Big Moe
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Model: Red Storm Styling: Quentin Cockrell Accessories: Twisted Treatzz www.facebook.com/TwistedTreatzz.StarrB Photographer: Big Moe Curvzmag@yahoo.com
Fitness
Fashion N Fitness Where being fit is always in fashion
By: Coach Vicky Jackson
There are two ways to fight heart disease a good diet and exercise. I always do cardio exercise in each workout because the heart is a muscle that must be maintained for healthy and happy life. If you are working out in the gym you already know about the treadmill and elliptical machine his month article is in memory of Philip which is excellent for cardio, you can increase your Alfred Silvers aka Pop his sunset on June time and setting as needed so you can stay fit. How11, 2013. He was a resident of my homeever since it is summertime the outdoors may be a town Freeport, New York a good father and a good friend to all he met on his life’s journey. Pop better choice for you such as swimming, jogging, and roller skating or riding a bike. These are ways was a very active young man one who loved his to keep your body in motion and keep your heart family, basketball, music and social events. The reason for dedicating this month article is because beating. These activities can be done with friends he die from heart disease uncheck by a physician. and family which give you time to bond with the I really want to stress the importance of see your people in your life and create memory. You must always remember life is about have a healthy balance doctor regularly for your annual physicals plus physically, emotionally and socially if the scales are anytime you feel pain or discomfort that persist unbalance we run into all kinds of problems. for three days.
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There are many different signs that indicate heart disease/heart attack but the most common symptoms are chest pain, heaviness, pressure, aching, burning, fullness, squeezing and it can be mistaken for indigestion or heartburn. Now Angina may be felt in the shoulder, arms, neck, throat, jaw or back. Some people may have shortness of breath or irregular heartbeats. If you are experiencing any of these symptoms, please go see your doctor immediately for correct diagnosis and medical care.
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This month I want you to stay outdoors enjoy the summer months eating lean grilled proteins like fish, chicken and beef. I love the summer for the wide variety of fresh fruits which are full with the necessary vitamins your body need to functions. Head down to the grocery store or fruits stand in pick up some cherry, blue berries, watermelon and strawberries these fruits taste great. As you’re enjoying a healthy meal or snack remember being fits always in fashion and keep your goals ahead of you.
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Cover Model
Malinda “Yumyum” Photography By: Big Moe Photography
Name: Malinda aka “Yumyum” Nationality: African American & Filipino Location: Brooklyn, NY Shape: Hourglass/Curvy – Size 14 Height: 5’7 Hair Color: Black Eye Color: Brown Sign: Leo/Virgo Curvz Mag: How long have you been modeling? YumYum: All my life. I just need to get paid for it now… Curvz Mag: What inspired you to become a model and how did you get your start? YumYum: I’m inspired by the shiny lights, free-clothes, and make-up. Just kidding, really I am inspired by the creative process in how fashion comes to life. I got my start in local fashion shows. Curvz Mag: What do you enjoy most about modeling? YumYum: Working with the photographers. Curvz Mag: What are some of the most
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challenging things being a plus size model? YumYum: Making sure my zipper stays closed and that buttons don’t pop off. Seriously, the biggest challenge is being respected on the same level as a straight models and being respected by peers. Curvz Mag: If you could change one thing about the plus size industry what would it be? YumYum: Perception of what beauty is and it would be more mainstream. Curvz Mag: Who are some of your favorite photographers that you’ve worked with? YumYum: I’ll say this, I like working with photographers who are particular, meticulous, genuine, witty, and who love their craft. Someone dedicated to the art and who appreciates my winsomeness; getting treated to lunch or dinner after the photo shoot is always a plus too. Curvz Mag: What are some of your goals as a plus size model? YumYum: To lose weight. Curvz Mag: What are some of your interests outside of modeling? Yum Yum: Photography, reading, writing, art, and figuring out where to put all my shoes… Curvz Mag: Who are some of your favorite models?
YumYum: Joan Smalls, Tyra Banks, and Adriana Lima. Curvz Mag: Which would you prefer runway or photo shoot and why? YumYum: Photo Shoot! I find that photographers, make-up and hair artists, and stylists tend to be the coolest people to be around when there’s no pressure and the set is small.
and network with professional people. And watch out for the scammers who want your money. Curvz Mag: What was the best piece of advice you were given as a model? YumYum: Never look down. Curvz Mag: One word that describes your body type? YumYum: Yummy.
Curvz Mag: What do you do to prepare for a photo shoot or a runway show? Curvz Mag: Is there anything else you YumYum: Pray that the clothes will fit me would like our readers to know about and that the runway isn’t slippery. you or any shout outs? YumYum: I’m playful, love to laugh, and Curvz Mag: What was your most mem- I love life. I love pretty jewelry, high heel orable modeling moment? shoes, and fashion. I’m a photographer, YumYum: My heel got stuck in the crack of radio host, an avid reader, a great listener the runway, and one photographer posted and a loyal person (only to people that are the picture on his website the next day. loyal to me), and I love meeting awesome Believe me, it was not a pretty picture. people. Shout out to all the full figure models out there- stay strong and keep Curvz Mag: What are some of your fa- your head up! Love, Yumyum vorite stores to shop at for clothes and shoes? Facebook:Yum yum YumYum: Patricia Fields, Michael Kors, Twitter: Yumyumsworld and Soho in New York. Instagram: yumdivayum Email for booking: yumdivayum@yaCurvz Mag: So what is next for you? hoo.com YumYum: I need to catch up on some reading... Styling: Quentin Cockrell Curvz Mag: What advice would you Accessories: Twisted Treatzz give to someone looking to get into the www.facebook.com/TwistedTreatzz.StarrB modeling industry? YumYum: Learn your craft, set your goals, Photographer: Big Moe Photography February 2014 Curvz 25
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Fashion TOP TEN RULES OF ACCESSORIZING Written by Malinda Bell
1. As much as we like to accessorize and look glamorous, remember to never over-do it. Unless you are on a photo-shoot, keep it to a minimum so that you are not inappropriate, scattered, or overshadowing the other accessories and yourself. People become distracted when they have too much to look at. 2. Accessorizing should compliment your body scale. This is a rule that can be broken, but consider smaller to medium size jewelry for a short or petite body size, and medium to large accessories if you are taller or more full figure. 3. Remember to harmonize. Make sure that your pieces integrate with your clothing in perspective to texture, season, weight, and style. For instance, wear light, dainty earrings and strappy sandals with a summer floral dress. As opposed to wearing bold door-knocker earrings, a gold rope chain, and black leather boots with a summer dress. 4. If your outfit has a lot of detail. Make sure your jewelry is simple. If you are wearing a solid color, you can wear jewelry and belts with more detail and color. 5. Big up your glam factor with sparkly statement rings, chocker necklaces or a bold cuff bracelet. 6. Rings are an awesome way to show your style- make sure to lotion your hands and that your nails are manicured. 28 Curvz February 2014
7. Belts are a great way to add contrast and create an hourglass silhouette by placing over the waist of boxy sweaters or jackets. 8. When wearing sunglasses, keep them in proportion to your face. Aviator sunglasses are excellent for any face shape. 9. Shopping for accessories doesn’t have to be expensive. Shop at flea markets, go through your grandmother’s jewelry box for brooches, or make your own necklaces or bracelets! 10. Accessories are great! Show your style! Remember to have fun and experiment.
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Dee Dee
Photography By: Ivory Jackson
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Name: Demetrice aka Dee Dee
is a pose if you do it right.
Nationality: West Indian and Black
Curvz Mag: What are some of the most challenging things being a model? Dee Dee: I would say the height... Because I’m 5”4 so I don’t get picked for a lot of things.
Location: The Bronx, NY Height: 5’4 Hair Color: Dark Brown Eye Color: Dark Brown Sign: Taurus Curvz Mag: How long have you been modeling? Dee Dee: I’ve been modeling since I was 18. Curvz Mag: What inspired you to become a model and how did you get your start? Dee Dee: well actually I was never the picture taking type I was always a lil rough around the edges but I knew as I got older I had a lil bit of sex appeal to me so I began to watch music videos and watch Americas next too model and got my inspiration from there.
Curvz Mag: Who are some of your favorite photographers that you’ve worked with? Dee Dee: My favorite photographers I would say Big Moe and Ivory they made the shoots fun even though I was in wired positions the pics came out great. Curvz Mag: What are some of your goals as a model? Dee Dee: My goals as a model is to keep it going to be a part of a lot of events work with lots of people, being in music videos and even in movies. Curvz Mag: What are some of your interests outside of modeling? Dee Dee: My other interest outside of modeling I would say dancing and acting and having fun.
Curvz Mag: Who are some of your faCurvz Mag: What do you enjoy most vorite models? about modeling? Dee Dee: My favorite models would have Dee Dee: What I enjoy most about model- to be Tyra Banks, Iman and Eva Pigford. ing is that I can do different poses and be myself... I’m a dancer so if I wanted to put Curvz Mag: Which would you prefer a certain move in the photo I can do that runway or photo shoot and why? by turning it into a pose ...to me anything
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Dee Dee: Runway because you get to have your make up and hair done and wear some of the hottest clothes. But the most part is after that’s all set and done you get to show it off to the audience and strut your stuff so not only are you walking fierce but you look good doing it. Curvz Mag: What do you do to prepare for a photo shoot or a runway show? Dee Dee: I practice on my walk. Curvz Mag: What was your most memorable modeling moment? Dee Dee: I remember when I was modeling my first fashion show with jay Hamilton and there was this inspiring designer and I was one of her models for one of her outfits she designed. Long story short the outfit I had on looked so nice on me it went great with the make-up and shoes and even my hair and so when it was my time to model her design Made sure I killed it. That had to be my favorite outfit.
was to be patient things aren’t gunna happen when you want them to Curvz Mag: One word that describes your body type? Dee Dee: I’m a thim slick chick. Curvz Mag: Is there anything else you would like our readers to know about you or any shout outs? Dee Dee: I want the reader to know that I’am a hard worker that does what she needs to do in order to accomplish her goal because if I’m not self-Inspired who will??? I came from a background where we always didn’t have what we wanted but we had what we needed and that was good for me sometimes lol I have a huge fan base my family and close friends support me and are there when I need them even the little girls who aren’t little girls anymore still look up to me still till this day and can’t wait till I make it big they support me as well and lastly hopefully after reading this I have people that would want to work with me. Wanna give a shout out to Big Moe Curvz Magazine for giving me the opportunity to be a part of something huge I know it was a lot of hard work but we did it and got through it.
Curvz Mag: So what is next for you? Dee Dee: As far as what’s next for me is that Big Moe wants to do another photo shoot with me for his Swimsuit issue that he’s putting out for the summer so that would be fun and for now that’s it. Facebook: demetrice.gumbs Instagram.com/ inspiringmodel_ Curvz Mag: What advice would you give Email for booking: demetricegumbs@ to someone looking to get into the mod- yahoo.com eling industry? Dee Dee: Stay positive and be patient. Styling: Quentin Cockrell
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Spotlight
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Photographer Spotlight Ivory Jackson
Lucivory Photography City: New York & New Jersey Email: Lucivoryphotography@gmail.com Website: www.lucivoryphotography.tk Facebook: www.facebook.com/Lucivoryphotographylikepage Twitter: www.twitter.com/LucivoryPhoto
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