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

Francie Maupin (@missdivakurves) by Jeffrey K Photography (@jeffreyk_)

9 One-Piece Plus-Size Swimsuits For Your Summer Wardrobe

You don’t have to wear a two-piece if it’s not your thing, nor do you have to cover up your body to appease anyone else’s beauty standards.

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#FatshionFriday: Easter Cuties

Check out our latest Fatshion Friday Roundup for seasonal inspiration, no matter what you celebrate!

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#SelfCareSunday: Solace In Solo Trips

One of the most liberating things a woman or femme can do is reclaim their independence by taking a solo trip. It may not sound like much, but it reinforces one’s confidence in their navigational abilities, being able to take care of their own needs without the help of anyone else, and the ability to entertain and be generally self-sufficient.

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Self-Care Sunday: Using Cannabis To Treat Aches & Pains

I haven’t always been as big a proponent of marijuana as I am these days.

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@msbeyoudoyou photo by: Charis Solutions Photography

13 Warm Knits For Cuddle Weather

Fall fashion is all about three things: staying warm, layering on textures, and rich colors. The real holiday treat are the warm knits for day-to-day wear.

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Of Course Hot Irma Cop Is A Bigot. Of Course.

Yes, just like “not all men,” not all cops are racist or bigoted. But this guy’s Facebook posts would absolutely suggest otherwise

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Natalie Hage by Rosey Beeme

Transition Your Plus-Size Wardrobe From Summer To Fall 

Layering adds intrigue to an outfit, but it’s also incredibly important when you’re trying to maximize your closet and transition your plus-size wardrobe.

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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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Thamarr of Musings of A Curvy Lady (@musingsofacurvylady) || Image by Lily Larson Photography

11 Plus-Size Outfits Perfect For The Brunch Crew

Brunch has been boujee since your rich aunt was your age. Check out these 11 plus-size fashionistas as they show us how to do brunch.

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