Laurel Dickman

Plus-size Asian Americans and Pacific Islanders, particularly women, rarely see themselves in media. Let's highlight plus-size Asian bloggers!

Luxury brands don't want to dress fat people. "Higher-end luxury options are sorely missing in Plus fashion,” Cafone explains.

Often gorgeous and luxe, floral prints have a tendency to find their way into most plus-size women and femme’s closets in one way or another. From traditionally “womanly” oversized peony prints in Japanese-inspired florals to the hard-femme aesthetic of the dark floral rose prints that have popped up all over this year, few florals read as being accessible to non-feminine genders — save for the application in a “Hawaiian” shirt or swim trunks here and there.

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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.

With a vibrant palette, playful prints, and different fabrics and silhouettes to toy with, Spring is the perfect season for creative plus-size looks.

When we don't allow fat girls access to age-appropriate clothing, we're sending one terrible, chilling message: You're too big to deserve a childhood.

"If you told me at 12 you could be plus-size and have a happy life, I would have thought you were insane. I want to change that mindset." - Jenny Zigrino

Few things in the world hurt more than losing someone that you love. Be it a breakup or something more permanent, the heart hurts similarly and often without reprieve. Here are five ways to help mend your broken heart.

Advocate for your needs. Just do whatever it takes to change up your scenery. It’s time to go the f*ck outside.