Laurel Dickman

Bio

Laurel Dickman is an intersectional feminist writer living in the East Bay. Originally from St. Petersburg, Florida she spent her childhood split between North Carolina and Florida, eventually running away at 21 to be a boho princess in Neverland, also known as Portland, Oregon. Laurel writes about fat bodies, plus-size fashion, self-care, music, and beauty. Aside from writing, Laurel also occasionally models, works as a personal stylist, and styles body-positive photo shoots alongside creative partner Suma Jane Dark. She lives with her Maine Coon by the name of Dorian Gray and her fiancee David on the side of what feels like Mount Olympus and has found herself currently obsessed with tea, waffle cookies, her loudly ticking biological clock and planning a wedding on a shoestring budget.  Follow Laurel on Facebook.

Laurel Dickman Articles

Alexandria Nichandros by Chloe Jackman Photography

9 Plus-Size Dancers Joyfully Jiggle & Shake It

These plus-size dancers joyfully jiggle and shake their bodies! Keep them in mind the next time you want to hit the dancefloor!

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DIY Denim Cutoffs For Plus-Size Bodies

Shorts: a summer necessity, but simultaneously “forbidden” for plus-size bodies.

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It’s time you set the boundary.

#SelfCareSunday: Setting Boundaries To Achieve Your Goals

One might not think of setting boundaries as a form of self-care, but in a way, most self-care starts with boundaries and self-awareness.

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THIS COULD BE YOU: clear skin, easy smile, GOOP-recommended ergonomic office chair that you forgo in favor of meditating on top of your tiny, clean desk. Probably an apple cider vinegar shot waiting for you in the kitchen.

How To Adult Without Being Slowly Suffocated By Your Responsibilities: A Handy Guide

Learning to break down huge obstacles is an act of self-care that is sometimes easier said than done. Occasionally, you have to call in the help of others to help you step back and see the big picture, break it down, and allocate time and ideas to each task or activity.

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Kit, by David Adams of One Brilliant Day

#SelfCareSunday: 5 Ways To Be Your Own Valentine (Including Vibrators)

Today is the day, Valentine. No one can love you like you and even more certain, no one knows what you like more than you.

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These fat babes love their booties!

These Fat Babes Show Us Why They Love Their Booties

We asked plus-size people to share images of their booties and to tell us why they loved those photos. We received responses that were heart-felt!

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Image by Suma Jane Dark

Big, Fat Love: 5 Plus-Size Couples Show That Valentines Come In All Sizes

This Valentine’s Day, our valentines to you are these vignettes of fat love told by the women, femmes, and non-binary folks within these plus size couples.

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Admittedly a definite luxury, floatation tanks can force you to take a break in ways which you might not normally be able to.

Float On: Why A Floatation Tank Is The Ultimate Deep-Relaxation Tool

Few things make a body feel better than less things holding it back, be it physical, emotional, or gravitational.

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Barbara German by photographer Joella Duncan

7 Picnic-Ready Outfits For The Perfect Outdoor Date 

These seven plus-size fashionistas rock the perfect picnic-ready outfits for a bit of inspiration for your next date. The possibilities are limitless!

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There’s nothing demure about a glitter boot or these other statement booties.

Folks Of All Sizes Rock Glitter Statement Booties 

There’s nothing demure about a glitter boot or these other statement booties. If you need a little bit of bold style inspiration - we've got you covered!

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