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Beauty across the globe

by NICHOLE ALEX

1. French Polynesia

MonoĂŻ oil Monoi Oil is coconut oil infused with the Tiare Flower (Gardenia) and dates back thousands of years. It is well known for its rich deep conditioning properties for both skin and hair.

Find it at http://boutique-monoitiki.com

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2. Italy

Cleansing Water by Kiko Kiko Cosmetics is an Italian brand of cosmetics that offers a range of make up products, however their skincare is where this brand stands out. The Micellar Make Up Removing Water uses natural extracts to quickly remove even the toughest makeup while moisturizing the skin.

Find it at http://www.kikocosmetics.com

3. Africa Balancing Serum by Africology Africology offers luxury natural and eco-friendly products fragranced with only pure essential oils. It is considered as one of the leading natural and holistic skincare companies in South Africa.

The Balancing Serum with vitamin B complex as well as vitamin C works to unclog pores and encourage the production of elastin to refine and retexture uneven skin.

Find it at africologyspa.com/store/ or http://www.africology-usa.com

4. Korea

Clio Waterproof Brush Liner Kill Black by Clio Clio uses a new and improved formula that goes on easy with no flaking orsmudging. The brush pen applicator with its tapered tip makes creating the sharpest of lines effortless.

Find it at http://clubclio.co.kr or Clubcliousa.com

BEAUTY 5. Europe Almond Paste by Santa Maria Novella Santa Maria Novella products are hand made on site at their own factory in Florence using age-old recipes. Their Almond Paste is an extraordinary cream that has amazing skin hydrating properties as well as evens out skin tone and diminishes age spots. Perfect for hands, feet, elbows, or any other part of the body that has dry skin patches.

Find it at http://smnovella.it Or http://www.santamarianovellausa.com

6. Spain

Vaselina Neutra Perfumada Lip Balm This non greasy, sweetly-scented lip balm can be found on drugstore shelves in Spain, but is sought out by beauty product lovers world wide. Its recognized formula and careful preparation is effective for multiple uses including hands, cuticles, elbows, heels and more.

Find it at http://thisisbeautymart.com

7. Mexico

Coqui Coqui in Orange Blossom Coqui Coqui uses exotic herbs and oils from the Mexican Yucatan peninsula to create natural perfumes with warm, tropical notes. ‘Orange Blossom’ is one of the best selling signature scents and is mixed by hand in a small lab. This intense, floral eau de cologne strikes the perfect balance between sweet and dry.

Find it at http://www.shopstyle.com

8. Canada

Marcelle BB Cream Golden Glow Canadian cosmetics line Marcelle has given us the BB cream to end it all. With elf-adjusting pigments, powerful antioxidants, aloe and chamomile, It hydrates and calms skin, evens tone, controls shine, lightly masks imperfections, and, thanks to tiny flecks of light-reflecting pigments, it leaves skin with a healthy glow.

Find it at http://www.marcelle.com

9. Sweden SACHAJUAN Hair Repair Originating from one of the hottest salons in Stockholm, SACHAJUAN Hair Repair is an intensive hair treatment formulated with the brand’s Ocean Silk Technology, replenishing hair with precious proteins & minerals from sea algae, which promotes cell regeneration and growth to leave your hair silky and manageable.

Find it at http://www.sachajuan.com

Lucas’ Pawpaw Ointment Australia’s Lucas’ Pawpaw Ointment has been around for over a century and is Australia’s answer to Vaseline. It’s made with fermented papaw fruit and pharmaceutical-grade petroleum, which is a milder and non-comedogenic form of petroleum. This ointment lends itself to many uses both pharmaceutical and beauty. Add shine to brows, cheeks and lips, or use it for dry skin patches and cracked feet. A staple for your beauty bag.

Find it at http://lucaspapaw.com.au Or amazon.com

11. India Nemat Fragrances - Amber Nemat is a line of rich perfume oil blends that has roots going back 170 years to India. They combine the traditional aspects of Indian perfumery with modern aesthetics to develop exquisite fragrances. Bottled in a beautifully evocative vessel (it puts you in mind of the Taj Mahal), Nemat Fragrances’ Amber essential oil is a clear, fresh, amber fragrance with light musky base note, great for those who love exotic and unique scents.

Find it at http://www.nematfragrances.com

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12. Japan Suqqu Eyebrow Liquid Pen Suqqu Eyebrow Liquid Pen is a little felt tipped pen that fills in gaps in the eyebrows and looks completely natural. The fine brush allows you to paint tiny strokes that mimic eyebrow hairs. It is water and oil–resistant to last throughout the day without smudging.

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Beauty across the globe

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BEAUTY 13. France Kure Bazaar Nail Polish The chicest polish brand in France. It’s an all-natural; non-toxic, trendy and innovative nail lacquer that preserves the vitality of your nails. It is free of the harmful substances usually found in nail lacquers, with a wide range of colors.

The quality of the products is uncompromised, and the natural Kure Bazaar nail polishes dry quickly, deliver long-lasting hold as well as intense color and shine.

Find it at http://kurebazaar.com Or http://www.thedetoxmarket.com

14. Greece Fresh Line Organic Cosmetics Body Milk Fresh Line was founded in Greece and offers Intensive treatments for the face, hair and body based on the principals of ancient Greek herbal therapy, aromatherapy & hydrotherapy. The products are excellent but the luxurious body milks are especially worth noting. The scents rank in the “gourmet” category and the milk is enriched with natural ingredients such as organic olive oil, avocado oil, honey, peach oil and more. Relaxing the senses and spirit, these body milks are the perfect recipe of luxury!

Find it at http://freshline.gr

15. French Polynesia Natura Maquiagem Natura Brasil is Brazil’s number one cosmetics manufacturer and has a few different brands, including its makeup line, Natura Maquiagem. Natura Maquiagem is a range of high-quality make-up enriched with ingredients originating in Brazil’s biodiversity. Featured here is their powder blush formulated with plant-based ingredients that leaves a velvety finish and healthy glow. Natura’s Ekos line is also noteworthy and arguably their most popular brand with a range of bath and body products. What we love about Natura is that they are eco-friendly and their ingrediants are coming from sustainable crops handled by the local communities.

Find it here: http://www.natura.com.br Or https://www.naturabrasil.fr

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JESSICA CLEMMONS We go one-on-one with the front woman taking the music industry by surprise with her refreshing country sound. The “Nitty Gritty� singer is just getting started.

TELL ME ABOUT YOURSELF! HOW LONG HAVE YOU BEEN SINGING AND HOW DID IT ALL START?!

Well I have been singing for as long as I can remember. I decided at a really young age, about 5 or 6, that I wanted to be a professional singer so I spent my

life trying to get as good at it as possible and try to find my way into this industry. I spent about 10years as a solo artist and then made the decision a year ago, after working with the bandits for a couple of years, that becoming a band was the way to go. Thankfully they agreed and now here

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we are! We met when I was opening for The Overtones in 2012 and the guys were their backing band.

As soon as we met we instantly connected on a musical and personal level. It really was the start to something special.

In the states, everyone knowsand/ or listens to country. In the UK it's something different and I think it's pretty awesome for us to be a band that is introducing it to folks.

WHAT IS IT LIKE PERFORMING COUNTRY MUSIC ACROSS THE U.K.?

Amazing! It's so exciting to perform a genre of music that is literally brand new to so many people.

(I.E. FISH AND CHIPS? CURRY? DRIVING ON

ANY NEW FOUND UK FAVORITES? OPPOSITE SIDE OF ROAD?)

I haven't been brave enough to drive in the UK yet. I'm worried I'll get stuck on a roundabout! Definitely Indian food and Chinese

JESSICA CLEMMONS continued from previous page... food are amazing in the UK. Proba- WHAT DO YOU THINK OF THE bly some of the best I've ever had! OPTIONS FOR PLUS SIZE SHOPPING? I think things are getting so much HOW HAS YOUR FASHION EVOLVED IN THE LAST 5 YEARS? better! With brands like Evans in the UK, Torrid and Eloquii in the I think I have discovered myself U.S., just to name a few, the opthrough fashion. I am learning to tions are a hundred times better take more risks and trusting my instincts when it comes to clothes now than when I was growing up.

In fact it's better now than 5 years and all things fashion. In turn that ago. I would love to see plus size has made me so much more conbrands stop trying to make evfident in who I am and it's pretty erything so matronly. The cuts on cool to have fans tell me how some of the outfits are dreadful. much they love my look.

Just because we have a few more curves going on doesn't mean we want to hide them or wear a tent to completely cover them up if we don't want to show them off. It would also be great to see "normal" size brands start to carry higher sizes. There are some people, like myself, who are on the lower end of plus size but the "normal" sizes stop at a size 10.

How about those in between? In fact, throw some more fabric in there and keep extending the sizes.

I don't see why that has always been such a difficult concept for so many designers.

WHAT IS IT LIKE BEING PLUS SIZED IN THE COUNTRY MUSIC WORLD? I don't really think much of it really. My identity is not in being plus size. Yes, I am plus sized, but that's not the only thing about me. I think because I have that attitude, most people don't seem to care, in fact, they seem to appreciate that I am real. I have the same struggles that most women do, they can relate to me. At the end of the day it's about the music, not about my size.

WHO ARE SOME OF YOUR STYLE ICONS? Marilyn Monroe tops the list for sure. Others would honestly be bloggers who I find to be amazing role models and fashionistas. I don't think you have to be famous to be a style icon. You just need style and confidence!

WHAT WAS IT LIKE WORKING WITH SKORCH AND EVANS ON THIS HUGE SHOOT?

I had so much fun! What girl doesn't love playing dress up and having her hair and makeup done?!? I've already decided I want to be a model now haha. It definitely didn't hurt being able to keep the clothes either!

WHAT CAN WE EXPECT TO SEE FROM JESS AND THE BANDITS OVER THE NEXT FEW YEARS? More music, more tours, and more amazing videos! Pretty much music world domination! Seriously though, we just want to continue to make music and get out there for people to hear it. Of course we'd love some number 1s under our belts but as long as we can keep doing what we love, that is all we care about.

HANG W/ JESS AND HER CREW! jessandthebandits.com youtube.com/JessicaClemmons instagram.com/jessicaclemmons soundcloud.com/jessandthebandits twitter.com/jessthebandits

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/ by tiffany kaelin knight editor-in-chief HOW WOULD YOU DESCRIBE THE STYLE OF YOUR COVER SHOOT MATES? I would describe George as a retro goddess, pin curled and perfect.

A modern day Jessica rabbit if you will.

Danie is sassy and bold and her style stands out of the crowd! She is so fashionable it hurts, lol!

IF YOU WERE TO CREATE YOUR OWN FASHION LINE, WHAT WOULD IT LOOK LIKE? I would love to see more minimal pieces, oversized cuts, something similar to Zara but in plus as I think it is what is missing in the plus market.

DO YOU FEEL THERE ARE ANY MAJOR DIFFERENCES BETWEEN U.S. AND U.K. PLUS FASHION? I think there is a difference but it’s not huge. I think plus size brands are more engaged with their bloggers in the U.S. There are more relatable campaigns being created by bloggers in which they have creative control, and I think it is really important because they are able to give direct feedback from readers about what they want.

HOW WAS YOUR EXPERIENCE OF BEING ON THE TELEVISION SHOW, PLUS SIZED WARS? It was interesting. I was worried about the editing but thankfully we all came across well, and the feedback was very positive.

WHERE DO YOU SEE YOURSELF IN 5 YEARS? I would love to continue to work in the industry to push boundaries and continue to inspire women to be involved in fashion!

WHERE DO WE FIND CALLIE?! www.instagram.com/Calliethorpe www.facebook.com/FromthecornersoftheCurve

www.twitter.com/Calliethorpe uk.pinterest.com/calliethorpe

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HOW WOULD YOU DESCRIBE THE STYLE OF YOUR COVER SHOOT MATES? Callie is cool, fashionable and often loves to rock every shade of black! Think laid back urban chic with statement pieces and the most incredible long hair framing her babydoll face.

Danie is so utterly unique and quirky!

Fur! Sequins! Different hairstyles! Flawless make up! All the lipstick! She is so edgy it hurts and she does it with such ease.

IF YOU WERE TO CREATE YOUR OWN FASHION LINE, WHAT WOULD IT LOOK LIKE? I have a plus size vintage inspired line right now, and I love it! My next dream is to have a lingerie line! Gorgeous lightly padded bras for plus sizes - big backs and bigger cups would be our focus, but we would never forget the smaller cupped ladies!

DO YOU FEEL THERE ARE ANY MAJOR DIFFERENCES BETWEEN U.S. AND U.K. PLUS FASHION? I do think that we have edgier, more fashionable and affordable stuff over

here, and the items in the U.S. seem to be slightly pricier and often a little more ‘daring’ in terms of showing of the figure - tighter, shorter garments.

HOW WAS YOUR EXPERIENCE OF BEING ON THE TELEVISION SHOW, PLUS SIZED WARS? Utterly nerve wracking! We were filmed for so long and it was such an unknown as to what would be shown! But it seems to have worked out for the best!

WHERE DO YOU SEE YOURSELF IN 5 YEARS? I’ll hopefully have a few ankle biters by then! And ideally still be blogging and doing what I do now!

WHERE DO WE FIND GEORGINA?! www.fullerfigurefullerbust.com twitter.com/FFigureFBust facebook.com/FullerFigureFullerBust instagram.com/FullerFigureFullerBust tumblr.com/blog/fullerfigurefullerbust

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/ by tiffany kaelin knight editor-in-chief HOW WOULD YOU DESCRIBE THE STYLE OF YOUR COVER SHOOT MATES? George - George is one of the most photogenic girls out there. I love how she can transform from a 50s pin up model to a saucy minx depending on the photoshoot. She styles her hair perfectly, has the cutest smile going and has nailed how to pose in a photo! This girl rocks a body con like no other!

Callie - Callie makes classic pieces like a moto jacket and ripped jeans look incredible. Her smile lights up a room, she has the best bouncy hair and although her style is really relatable it is never, ever boring.

IF YOU WERE TO CREATE YOUR OWN FASHION LINE, WHAT WOULD IT LOOK LIKE? This is my ultimate dream! I change up my style so often, it’s hard to know what I would want to focus on but I know it would be full of edgy, fashion forward pieces, insane prints and lux fabrics.

DO YOU FEEL THERE ARE ANY MAJOR DIFFERENCES BETWEEN U.S. AND U.K. PLUS FASHION? Personally, I find that I prefer UK fashion as I find it a lot more edgier and quirky BUT I love the fact that there are tons of cool indie brands in the US that cater to

the plus size girl. I wish we had more of that here. I like how the US brands seem to work with plus size bloggers a lot more; it engages the plus audience and I hope that the UK brands follow suit!

HOW WAS YOUR EXPERIENCE OF BEING ON THE TELEVISION SHOW, PLUS SIZED WARS? I loved it, I’m a bit of a show off so it was fun! I am glad it was received so well and that everyone seemed to love the show.

We were all worried about editing and how we would come across but I think everyone came across well.

WHERE DO YOU SEE YOURSELF IN 5 YEARS? I would love to be at the top of my game, blogging and styling and continuing to inspire people of all sizes to enjoy fashion and to realize that whatever your shape or size; you can wear whatever you want!

WHERE DO WE FIND DANIELLE?! www.daniellevanier.co.uk instagram.com/daniellevanier/?hl=en twitter.com/VanierDanielle facebook.com/DanielleVanierFashionBlog

http://daniellevanier.tumblr.com

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We are honored to feature the amazing stories of the #HONORCURVES INSTAGRAM BODY LOVE MOVEMENT founded by Honor Curves (pictured above).

This remarkable woman has inspired so many and we encourage you to say hi and share your stories with her at instagram.com/honorcurves.

This month, I feature four women who inspire us to shed our insecurities, release ourselves from worthdefined-by-body-type mentalities, and to step into the limelight as the beautiful beings that we are‌ RIGHT NOW. Today, let’s let these four ladies remind us that we are worth loving, exactly as we are, for who we are. Our bodies are beautiful vessels that carry us through life, but they do not make us who we are.

These women remind us to shed

our insecurities, stand taller, walk prouder, and be exactly who we are today, unapologetically. View their Instagrams to read their full stories and peruse the #HonorMyCurves hashtag to see countless others whose stories inspire us to love ourselves more and always HONOR OUR CURVES. When you shine, we all shine.

Own your curves, accept yourself, and never apologize for your beauty.

XO Honor Curves

Join the movement and you could be featured in the next issue. #HONORMYCURVES

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This month, I feature four women who inspire us to shed our insecurities, release ourselves from worthdefinedby-body-type mentalities, and to step into the limelight as the beautiful beings that we are‌ RIGHT NOW. August Instagram #HonorMyCurves Highlights:

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Honoring my curves means living, loving and embracing every inch of my body without any shame. I love being a curvier girl...it makes me feel sexy, feminine and confident.

If I can inspire one woman to feel a little better about herself then I am doing my job right! For too long curvier girls have been made to feel as though they should be ashamed of, and cover up, their bodies. This is the start of a revolution that puts an end to that ridiculous notion; start celebrating all that makes you feel beautiful!

(Photographer: Simon Wisbey)

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HUNTER MCGRADY ig @huntermcgrady

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Honoring my curves to me means embracing every part of who I am: from my stretch marks, to my cellulite, to my acne scars, to my beautiful soul that I cherish. I have one body, it’s mine, and I love it. It took me years to learn how incredible it was. How every mark on not only MY body, but everyone’s body, has a purpose, and a story of why it’s there. It’s time we start embracing each other for who we are as people, not for the size of jeans that we wear, the way our hair lays, or the way our thighs may or may not touch. You are so beautiful.

Imperfections don’t exist in my book. You are perfect in your skin. Treat yourself like it. Honor yourself.

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Honoring my curves, to me, means respecting and celebrating our bodies as they are - however that may be. Not just dressing nicely (although as a style blogger (www.thisismeagankerr.com) that is a big part of my life), but also getting enough sleep, eating foods that allow your body to perform at its best, and generally being kind to yourself. It’s taken a lot of work for me to be able to say that I truly love every part of my body, but making the time and effort to honor myself in that way has really changed my outlook on life.

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MEGAN AKA BODYPOSIPANDA ig @bodyposipanda ESSEX, UK

I honor my curves by trying to teach girls that beauty isn’t one-dimensional; it comes in every size, every skin color, every age, every gender, and every ability. Nothing about our bodies defines our worth. Our curves are kickin’, but our magic extends so far beyond them.

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Rue107 is a celebration of the fashion vagabonds, those of us who celebrate the spirit of innovative self expressive moments.

Confidence is our DNA, and the insatiable need to be distinct is our backbone.

Whether you were born with confidence, or you build it over time, Rue107’s mission is to create the means to share it with the world, with the hope of inspiring others along the way.

We are surprising these designers as a thank you for all they do to build the plus size fashion industry.

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We are surprising these designers as a thank you for all they do to build the plus size fashion industry.

Rebdolls is an online fashion retailer that stays on the pulse of trendy fashion.

The company provides unapologetic fashion to women sizes 0 to 28. Shipping to over 95 countries, the company has evolved from its predecessor, as a creative t-shirt shop to an international fashion retailer.

Rebdolls was founded with the fashion-forward woman in mind, and will remain true to its fan base through trendy new arrivals and its “girls kick ass� mentality.

In May 2015 the brand adopted its slogan #SEXYFORALL to bring about size diversity awareness in the fashion industry. Join the movement, lets bring forth more fashion to all.

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Every September, over 100,000 industry insiders from 32 countries including buyers, retailers, celebrities, models, corporate executives, VIPs and members of the regional, national and international press flock to New York, the fashion capital of the world to view the collections from showcasing designers during New York Fashion Week.

Creating and designing clothes that will work both in Australia and in global markets is one the biggest challenge of expanding internationally, since it's Winter in Australia, for example, when it's Summer in New York.

With the positive press around plus size fashion, a receptive international buying audience and the success that's been had by mainstream the Australian designers showing the past few seasons in New York and London, we're betting on it.

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Australian brand Hope & Harvest are getting attention on the international stage as plus size designers showcasing their Spring/Summer 2016 range at New York Fashion Week Plus.

Not only are they attending but have been invited to open the show on September 10.

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innovative fashion. With her most recent accomplishment pairing up with world-renowned jeweler and luxury car company Aston Martin for the release of the new Roadster in New York City; Hope & Harvest is amongst the top independent plus-size fashion labels in Australia.

New York Fashion Week Plus (NYFW+) is a brand new event that is being held alongside mainstream NYFW, bringing the newest and best plus-size designers together for a week-long series of fashion presentations all over NYC. The event will showcase SS/16 collections featuring the latest in ready-to-wear, couture, evening wear and offers a unique shop lounge to engage plus-size fashion lovers.

Head Designer, Harvest Powell of Hope & Harvest is no stranger to

The brand has really exploded this last year, and just keeps growing.

Being the only Australian label to be showcasing, H&H are working hard to present a strong collection to make us Aussies proud. (Which we already are) “Showing a collection at NYC has been a life long dream for me. The team has worked incredibly hard this past year especially, and it is a credit to everyone at H&H for their immense loyalty and commitment to the brand that we have been invited,” Powell said.

“We are extremely flattered to show alongside other designers of such high standards from the U.S. and internationally. It is an honour to be opening the showings at the first year of NYFW+ and we are really excited to be involved in this

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ground breaking event”.

Hope & Harvests SS16 collection is called ‘Halcyon Days’ and is a little more organic compared to previous collections. You will still see the chic styling that H&H is known for, while encompassing a classic, refined but relaxed look.

The range includes pieces that can easily transition from day to night and will really suit the simplicity

EDER+BERK Australian designer label EDER&BERK are also off to NYC in September to feature in the Fashion Palette SS16 show held in conjunction with NYC mainstream fashion week.

Fashion Palette, is a Sydney-based company which has made a name for itself by providing Australian designers with unique local and

that comes with the summer vibe.

“We believe that this will be our best collection yet and we cannot wait to share it with you all. For more though, you will just have to wait and see... “ For more information about New York Fashion Week Plus visit www.nyfwplus.com.

international runway platforms.

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It is evident that both Anna Eder and Meri Berkopec of EDER+BERK are passionately working for not only the Australian women but, woman all over the world. â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;Women come in all shapes and sizes and have a right to designer fashion no matter what shapeâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;.

The EDER+BERK brand continues to grow while capturing attention from buyers locally and offshore.

Watch this brand grow as they do standout creative pieces combined with understated gems and everything in between: Clothes designed to excite with charisma and class, always.

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Designer Meri Berkopec has confirmed that their range will be shown using models with varying sizes, including some plus models from renowned agency Wilhelmina Models.

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EDER+BERK will be showcasing 14 runway pieces that suit all women from a size 6 to plus sizes in front of mainstream industry professionals, media and buyers.

BY AMANDA BOURNE, SKORCH WEB EDITOR

MEET LIZZO, THE BODY POSITIVE GRRRL RAPPER When a full day’s work of PR can be conducted from the comfort of your own bed, you might at this point in your career consider yourself “fortunate.”

Or at least this is how Lizzo described herself when she answered the phone for our interview.

With my questions ready and nerves settled, I knew based on previous interviews that she had a lot on her mind and an eloquent way of wording it (she’s a rapper after all).

But what I didn’t know was the level of self-actualization I would be receiving in the process.

Lizzo was born in Detroit, raised in Houston and eventually found her way to Minneapolis. Her musical sound has been described as “no-genre hip-hop” and her eclectic style matches this nomad description. Extremely self- aware yet constantly leaving room for growth, Lizzo has decided to em-

You’ve been labeled multiple times as being a “body-positive rapper.” Is this a term that you personally identify with?

I thought [the term] was cool because I don’t want to be seen as ‘body negative.’ Or be seen

as a fat shamer, because I am very positive about my body. I love everything about it. I try to keep healthy; I try to dance at least 3-4 times a week to maintain some type of stamina. I like to take care of it and I think it likes to take care of me. I guess you can call anybody who loves themselves and takes care of themselves ‘body positive.’ But if somebody is looking for some of that in their lives and they put that tag on me and it makes it easier to find when you’re thumbing through songs, I don’t mind being that person. It’s not a tag I’m ashamed of, I’m very proud of it.

How do you feel about the

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brace her body, her stubbornness and her ability to learn from those around her and incorporate that into the lens in which she views the world. As a woman, artist and “big girrrrl in a small world,” Lizzo, like many of us is discovering where her story intersects and how best to tell it. She is the 27-year-old rapper that we’ve all been waiting for, and by “we” I mean literally everyone.

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term, “plus size”? Is it something you identify with or use to describe yourself?

I don’t actually describe myself as plus size. I describe myself as big, I describe myself as fat, I describe myself as curvy, I describe myself as hot. I think plus size isn’t a body description, it’s metric almost, like a form of measurement. It kind of happened I think in the fashion world, like when a size was bigger than sample size or normal size the store would have, they would say, ‘oh it’s plus and we don’t carry plus. We don’t carry anything more than what we have.’ So I think I can totally see why people are saying, ‘hey we shouldn’t use that word anymore.’ But at the same time it’s just a word. You know I could say, ‘are you plus size?’ just to get my point across real quick.

Or, ‘what size do you wear?’ It is a short cut sometimes, but I don’t use it and I can see why people want to end it. At the same time I also would never get upset if someone said, ‘oh she’s a plus size girl.’ It would be annoying, because I’d be like, so.

But it’s just a term, same as ‘fat’ or ‘big.’

You stripped down to your bra and underwear in the “What’s Underneath Project” and answered quite a few revealing questions about yourself. What was that experience like for

you?

It was creatively, artistically and personally defining. I feel like I didn’t realize my message until then. I had all of these stories to tell about my family, about my skin about my existence as a black woman. I had all these stories to tell about my girls, my

Do you have any mentors?

I don’t have a mentor because I just have always been really stubborn and annoyingly self-sufficient. Just ask my mother. When I was in kindergarten she would be like, ‘do I need to come to the school?’ And I’d be like, ‘no I got it!’ At 5, what do I know about getting it? (laughs) But that’s my downfall. It’s hard for me to rely on other people.

The cool thing is that I’ve been learning a lot of from the people around me, especially the women. The women around me at this point in my life are the most confident, yet we’re all still learning about ourselves. From

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I feel like I’m past learning to love and now I’m just loving. This

past year especially with that experience has been the most I’ve felt beautiful and also looked beautiful to myself. I’ve been comfortable with wearing my fro out or comfortable with wearing wigs or weaves, comfortable with no makeup, full face, full body shapers and control tights and comfortable without it. I’ve felt publicly comfortable and also privately at the same time.

The page has turned to a new chapter and now it’s the beginning of just loving. Even though that means there’s going to be some remnants of the last chapter that comes over sometimes and no body’s perfect and no body just scrapes the past away.

But I’ve definitely turned the page to that experience.

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friends and I just didn’t know how to put it in one book. And I think that doing that interview took all of my notes and all of my stories and really compiled them for me, and it made my message really concise.

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their faults and from my faults I think we’re all just kind of sharing this infinite well of wisdom that we’re all curating together. I feel like I’ve learned a lot about feminism in the last two years from my friends and I’ve learned a lot about just the other side of the social political climate of America. Being in Minneapolis around people who aren’t what I’m use to and learning from them. And this is silly and almost shallow but learning about the whole holistic lifestyle. It’s hard to be holistic when you live in Houston with fast food.

So I came to Minneapolis and everything was organic.

Quality over quantity was something that I never got to truly experience only because I didn’t have much money and I didn’t have many resources. I came here in the last year and a half and my eyes were opened.

And I think that really went into the way I started to feel about myself. You know, my chemicals and my body image. When your quality of life is better you tend

to really feel better about yourself.

What excites you the most about the new projects you’re working on?

I’m excited about sharing new music. I haven’t put out new music since Lizzo Bangerz in 2013 and I feel like that was 2 years ago and I have a completely different story. My sound is growing up, I’m growing up. You know when you sit back and you’re, like man if you only knew! I wish that I could just share, like if there was an app that I could create where if you think about me my songs just come on.

When you release new music you can only hope that it does good, I want people to dance and smile and I make music to make people feel good. Putting out good vibes as an artist is something I aspire to do and I’m excited to do. There’s all these moments that occur that make people happy and I just want to be one of those moments.

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This photoshoot has been inspired by ambrosial beauty of a woman’s body curves, shapes and lines in the fading light of a summer evening. We believe that woman’s beauty is so clear and simple, so fragile and lightsome - it needs no boosting, proving or anything else to be flourishing... Nothing but perhaps a little bit of lace.

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Interview by Tiffany Kaelin Knight HAIR & MUA Chiara Aprea

Thank you for sitting down with Skorch! Please tell me about yourself?

Hi! I’m a London Girl through and through but I come from an Italian background. I love all things fashion and am currently a MAC Makeup Artist, but I love working freelance on TV and for fashion publications like Skorch! I’m also a makeover photographer specialising in plus size boudoir and love working with the British Curve Models! I try to squeze as much in as I possible can, and I love the buzz I get from doing what I love!

I see that you do some modeling, what is that like? And, are there any designers that we need to know about in the States?

Yeah, I love getting in front of the lens from time to time too! Modelling for me is empowering. I adore posing and playing dress up for the day, but fashion shows are where my heart lies. I have stormed a few catwalks for U.K. plus size brands and a few American brands too. I love ‘Chubby Cartwheels’ from the U.S. their stuff is so bold! Here in the UK, plus size modelling is still very new but over the last year it has exploded! It’s great that we have more choices than ever before and I think regardless of size being fashionable should be allowed for everyone.

Oh! And, I did a catwalk for a young lady who just graduated in fashion design, and her work is just incredible! Think 60’s meets retro chic with a dash of folk!! The name of the designer is Rosie Astbury of ‘A Rose Like This’ Designs.

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Tell me about your make up background?

I have always loved doing makeup since I was little, so I decided when I was older that I would enroll a professional Makeup Artistry course. I studied at the London Davinia Fermi Makeup Academy which taught me valuable lessons and transformed my technique from self taught to something I never dreamed I could do. I think when you love something as much as I love makeup and you want to make your love your lifes work, you need to invest time and money into it.

Becoming a professional was the best thing I’ve done to date. I use my makeup in all sorts of areas from TV to my boudoir work and it’s a very expressive and creative industry to be in. I love it.

Tell us about your personal style? Do you have any style stars?

Being a member of the LGBT community and a lover of fashion, there’s nothing I love more than mixing the two together. I love female tailoring! I love slicking my hair back, smoking my eyes out and rocking a tux pant suit and heels. I think being able to show my androgynous side in fashion, especially being plus size, is important and I take inspiration from powerful women who just don’t care about what others think like Beth Ditto and Riri.

What is one thing you will never leave home without?

It would have to be a lipstick. I’m a lipstick hoarder. A pop of lip colour can make a girls day!

Lately within the plus size community, there have been a lot of campaigns such as #effyourbeautystandards #wearethe95percent #realisperfect etc etc...do you have one in particular that you love and follow? Why is it important to you?

I love the #effyourbeautystandards I think Tess Holiday has really paved the way for all of us ‘non industry standard’ models to be seen in a positive way. Another hashtag close to my heart...(cont)

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...is the #curvee which a lady I follow and know through social media started. When the #curvy was banned it was her way and now our way of making a stand and saying enough is enough. I now prefer the #curvee as it represents a world of women who all came together for the same cause, it’s a great sense of community.

What was it like working with Jess from Jess and the Bandits?

Working with Jess was such a treat!!! She has such an amazing personality and an infectious laugh.

Plus the woman’s skin is a dream to work on!!!!!! It was great meeting her before the British Plus Size Awards in November, I’m presenting the awards show so to meet the beautiful face behind the voice was fantastic.

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If you were going to a red carpet event...describe to us your dream outfit!

My dream outfit would be a deep black, ultra tight figure hugging dress to show of my curves with a low cut tuxedo neckline for that edgy androgynous look. Oh and of course a train at the back! I love elaborate, edgy fashion! Id would probably slick my hair back and put a deep wine colour lip on with a bare eye. #dressgoals And finally, where can our readers find you and follow you?

Catch me on Instagram under chiara_aprea  and my Facebook pages are Chiara Aprea, I have a modelling page and a photography/MUAH page. Iâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;m also on Twitter as Flabulouschichi. Thanks Skorch!!!

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My style is girly and fun but also very eclectic. I might wear a suit on Friday, a tulle skirt on Saturday and mini shorts on Sunday. I love using fashion to express myself and change up my look daily!

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We LOVE your style! How would you describe it?

My style is girly and fun but also very eclectic. I might wear a suit on Friday, a tulle skirt on Saturday and mini shorts on Sunday. I love using fashion to express myself and change up my look daily!

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How has your fashion evolved over the years?

My style has gotten a bit more professional which is largely due to the fact that I am in law school. But, that doesnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t mean you wonâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t see me wear a pair of ripped skinnies and a sassy t-shirt in my free time.

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How do you feel about the options for plus size fashionistas?

I won’t be satisfied until I can buy the same things straight size people can buy - why must it be so hard to find special pieces? I’m so over new plus size collections that are full of the basics I’ve been able to buy for the past 5 years. I want to see the trends typically available for straight sizes in plus sizes 26-32.

What are some tips you can give to people interested in fashion and how they can get creative with their looks?

Don’t be afraid to shop online.

Also - buy matching sets, you’ll have so many more options without breaking the bank.

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“I am twenty years old and have been modeling for barely one year now. I am so blessed to have these amazing opportunities and people come into my life. I could not be more thankful. A few years ago, I lost the best thing in my life, my mom, and that inspired me to go out and live my dreams. I will not let anyone keep me from happiness and no one ever should. Music is a huge part of my life as well and I write and sing my own songs. I have graduated college and plan on pursuing modeling and acting.

“Don’t just be alive, live a life.”

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“I will NEVER apologize for who I am or stop the way I choose to live my life while I am doing the things I love and have a passion for just because someone tells me no.”

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Ashley Morgan Houston TX

“I am just like everyone else. I’m still learning to love and accept myself the way I am and I encourage ALL women to do the same. I love to see women embracing themselves and being proud of who they are. I strive to see women uplift one another so we all fully understand how much we are worth.”

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“I’m a plus style blogger ready to start my career in the plus size fashion industry. After years of trying to figure out where I belong, the more I become involved with the industry, the more at home I feel!”

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“LisaAnn” Melissa Clarke Orlando FL

“I view modeling as a testimony of grace. Like most millenial women, I wear many hats that include being a business owner, educator, single mom and model!”

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EMPOWERMENT THROUGH FASHION PANEL Moderated by Georgette Niles of Grown and Curvy Woman PANELISTS Nicci Gilbert Keke Simpson Sabrina Servance FINDING YOUR TCFSTYLE PANEL Moderated by Parker Simmons of ParkerStyle PANELISTS Chante Burkett Jessica Kane Sarah Rae Vargas Kierra Sheard of Eleven 60

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The capacity crowd was showing the love all day long. The vendors were all so excited to meet each other (of which I was one for Cool Gal Blue). The panelists were all so passionate and informative with the topics. Last, but not least, the producer Marie Denee of The Curvy Fashionista, meeted and greeted making everyone feel special, wanted and celebrated.

Thank you Marie Denee for showing SKORCH so much love! We canâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t wait till the next one!

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