Fashion & Lifestyle

This week’s Amazon edit is focused on beach-ready pieces, all under $100, the kind you’ll reach for again and again. With warmer weather around the corner, these are the easy staples worth having on hand. Effortless to throw on, simple to style, and reliable for days that revolve around the water. I pulled a mix […]

There’s power in visibility. And at The Curvy Fashionista, we believe in spotlighting the dynamic, bold, and fearless plus size professionals who are not just participating in their industries, but redefining them. Because while influencers and creators deserve their shine, so do the executives, founders, educators, and leaders shaping the world behind the scenes. Simply

When we think of spring dressing, flats immediately come to mind. They’re great for transitional weather because they’re lighter than boots yet offer more coverage than sandals. Visually, they look softer, complementing flowy dresses, skirts, and lightweight denim. This season, there are many flat-shoe trends to know about, including some dated ones, too. For example,

In a powerful display of lineage and legacy, Lauryn Hill appears alongside her children in the Denim Tears Spring/Summer 2026 campaign, bringing family and fashion into striking alignment. Shot in black-and-white, the visual story strips away distraction, centering emotion, connection, and the cultural weight behind the collection. The campaign features Hill with several of her

Ulla Johnson Jacket (more sizes here), Marea Tee (similar here), Zimmermann Skirt, JB x Margaux Mules The weekend is the perfect excuse to lean into comfort without giving up the pieces you actually want to wear. These are the looks you reach for when you’re grabbing coffee, walking through town, or sitting outside a little longer than planned, comfortable, but

Going to the doctor’s office is not number one on my list of favorite things to do. Because of this fact, I might drag my feet, just a little bit. But, when I finally make the appointment, I know I have to be mentally ready to actively advocate for myself. Learning how to advocate for

If you’re shopping for spring basics, Madewell has an entire sale section of them. Through April 21, the retailer is offering an extra 30% off (up to 60% off) with code EXTRAEXTRA. As I looked through the markdowns, I saw the kinds of pieces you can wear on repeat: simple T-shirts, dresses, cardigans, jeans, skirts,

Last night, I stepped out in SoHo for the Versace x Onitsuka Tiger celebration, a chic coming-together between the Italian luxury house and the Japanese heritage brand. The event spotlighted a re-imagining of the iconic Tai-Chi sneaker, and I have to say—it was one of those moments where fashion meets function in the best way.

When I think of pouch bags, it feels nostalgic, playful, effortless, easy to throw everything in, grab, and go. The ones I love most always have a little something extra. Tassels, cords, a hint of beading, a bright silk that feels almost too pretty to be practical, but somehow is. They move easily between day

There are some stories you write as a reporter. And then there are the ones you feel in your chest a little. The Plus Bus closing is one of those stories. Because for so many in Los Angeles, and honestly, far beyond it, The Plus Bus wasn’t just a boutique. It was a place you