Laurel Dickman

Fashion is often described as fickle and soulless by critics. While they are not wrong, they aren’t right, either. Fashion can make social change.

Stripes. Love them or hate them, they make a statement. Found at the top of every fatphobic fashionista’s list, stripes almost always make it onto the list of “Don’ts” in plus size fashion. But why?

Take up your space. Breathe and allow yourself to fill the spot you are sitting in rather than tensing your muscles and trying to hold your body tight.

Instead of spending time looking at smaller bodies that the world suggests you should be aspiring toward, why not surround yourself with images of fat people with bodies like yours — who are living their best lives and seriously having fun in their swimsuits?

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!

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.

From elegantly tailored, crisp dark denim trousers and jumpsuits to the Americana vibe of a well-worn jean jacket or vest, denim is popping up everywhere and in every way.

Whether you’re looking to go out for a date, or spend the day in loungewear on the couch - there’s an outfit for it. Here are 13 great plus-size outfits!

Why should your suit sit in your dresser or closet for half a year and miss out on all of the fun?

Check out these fashionistas from size 0-28 who show us how to love our bodies and this body-diverse trend.