The Perfect Gift
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If, like mine, your other half need a little help when it comes to picking the perfect pressie, maybe it’s time to hint that you’d like to choose our own!
Curvety have started offering gift vouchers, which are sent in a presentation card to be given as the perfect gift for the curvy woman who has everything. It’s always hard to pick clothes for someone else so take away the stress and let them pick their own perfect outfit – they’ll definitely thank you for it! |
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More Tragedy for Jennifer Hudson
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I’m very to sorry to say that the body of Jennifer Hudson’s nephew has been found dead in the back of a car parked about 10 miles away from his family home.
The oscar winning actress, singer and plus size role model was among family members and close friends who cried and held hands as they identified Julian King from a live televised image at the Cook County Medical Examiner’s office. Police said the seven-year-old had been shot like his grandmother, Darnell Donerson, 57, and uncle, Jason Hudson, 29, who had been found dead on Friday. No one has been charged but the police are holding the boys step father who is being questioned about all three murders. Despite Jennifer’s best efforts, and the offer of a $100k reward for safe return of her nephew, this was not to be and more heart ache has been piled onto Jennifer, her sister, and the rest of the family. Cook County spokesman Sean Howard said the actress seemed to be coping well, but asked for the public to respect their family’s privacy and to keep sending their prayers and support. ‘She was just brilliant and strong,’ said Howard when describing Hudson’s demeanour while she and her family identified her nephew’s body. |
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$100,000 Reward for Jennifer Hudson’s Missing Nephew
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Award winning actress and plus size role model Jennifer Hudson is offering a $100,000 reward for information leading to the safe return of her seven year old nephew, who has been missing since Friday.
Jennifer issued the appeal after the double shooting of her mother Darnell Donnerson and her brother Jason Hudson at their home in Chicago on Friday. Seven year old Julian King was staying with his grandmother when the murders took place and he has not been seen since. Julia Balfour, Jennifer’s sister and mother of the missing boy, made an emotional plea for the safe return of her son yesterday. “All I ask, I don’t care who you are, just let my baby go, please,” Julia Balfour said at a news conference Saturday night. “I just want my son.” Police have launched a statewide campaign to find the child but Hudson, who spent the weekend identifying the bodies of her loved ones, has stepped up the search for her nephew by offering the money and urging anyone with any knowledge of his whereabouts to come forward. Hudson’s representative Lisa Kasteler made a statement saying – ‘Jennifer and her family appreciate the enormous amount of love, support and prayers they have received while she and her family try to cope with this tragedy and continue the search for Julian. We ask that all inquiries be directed to the Chicago Police Department, Area 1 Detective Division at 312/747-8380.’ The double edged sword of celebrity hits again as jennifer is able to publicise the search for her nephew, but at the same time is unable to mourn the death of her mother and brother privately. My thoughts are with Jennifer and I pray for safe return of her nephew. |
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Jennifer Hudson’s Family Murdered
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Oscar winning plus size actress Jennifer Hudson’s mother & brother were shot dead and her 7-year-old nephew is missing.
Hudson’s brother in-law William Balfour, 27, is suspected of the shootings & was arrested Friday night but he has not been charged according to news reports. Balfour is married to Jennifer’s sister but they are said to be separated. To make matter worse Balfour’s stepson, seen in the picture, is missing. Hudson’s mother was shot in her living room at her house in Chicago, according to the police. Hudson’s brother Jason Hudson, 29, was found in a bedroom. Jennifer Hudson won an oscar for her amazing performance in Dreamgirls and is a role model representing curvy women in the world of celebrity, where the pressure to conform to stereotype is immense. My heart goes out to Jennifer when she must be enduring the hardest days of her life.
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2009 The Rise of the Real Woman
Is 2009 set to see the end of this ridiculous size 0 trend?
Well, we can all hope that this unrealistic view of women is set to stop and we can all finally relax and feel sexy no matter what size we are. Many celebrities have been relaxing on their diets, Victoria Beckham and Cheryl Cole have been seen sporting more curvaceous figures than once seen before, as has Eva longoria who has been asked to gain weight for her desperate housewives role, she has said ‘we just ate so much we went crazy over the summer’.
When did it become sexy to have no stomach, no hips, no thighs, no boobs and nothing to lust after? It seems even men have been sucked into this trend but if you look at surveys, when given the choice men have opted for someone more like Charlotte Church than size 0 models or even size 8 girls. It seems that although it may seem men want this in reality men want a real women, someone sexy, confident and with lots to offer.
Celebrities such as Charlotte Church who is a self proclaimed curvy girl is becoming more of the norm in Hollywood than ever before, hopefully this is soon to set a trend for our younger celebrities and public because this view of women’s bodies has become more harmful than anything. Actress Nikki blonsky starred as the lead character in the new film musical hairspray and she being a size 18-22 played an amazing role, as a beautiful young girl in love. It was rare to see a larger lady on screen but she has set a trend amongst Hollywood that it is possible for a young girl to play the starring role of a sexy woman.
Tyra banks has been quoted saying ‘you call this fat!’ when she recently did a magazine article stating her curvy womanly figure was not fat as she has put on weight in the past few months, but still looks as gorgeous as ever. X factor also has the beautiful young Laura who is sporting a curvy figure which looks amazing, hopefully she can maintain this look and not fall for the typical Hollywood route if all goes well.
I am hoping with all of these celebs taking a stand – curvy, sexy, gorgeous women – will once again be the top stars.
Hot Curves in Lace
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Think boudoir and vintage-inspired for one of the season’s biggest trends – lace. Shown in abundance on the catwalk ranging from a touch, to top to toe lace. Twenty8Twelve chose adorable lace sleeves, while Nanette Lepore showed lace-panelled dresses and blouses.
The look has proved popular with celebs with the likes of Gwyneth Paltrow and Mischa Barton both sporting sexy lace mini dresses which give a sultry appeal. On the high street the lace trend has been widely used as it gives instant glam to your wardrobe and is versatile, suiting a multitude of styles, shapes & occasions. For the plus size woman Curvety has embraced this trend and among other fantastic finds has the retro glam lace dress which gives an amazing twist on the black lace dress which is so popular at the minute. An ultra flattering sweetheart neckline and brooch detail satin tie waist finish the look perfectly. |
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Party Season 08 – What will you wear?
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The weather is turning and it’s time to store away those little t-shirts, shorts and all other sunny summer items – although they didn’t get much use this year!
Something bound to ease the pain of moving steadily into Autumn is planning your outfits for the coming party season! This is my favourite time of year for clothes shopping, when you can let your hair down and be a bit more daring with your choices because the aim is to wow at the upcoming balls, gala’s and parties. With the choice in plus size evening & occasion wear now rivaling that of the standard sizes it is no longer a chore for the fuller figured lady to find the perfect party piece. Tomato red is a key trend for the party season – so why not try the maya chiffon dress, or organza prom dress – both available up to a size 34. If you prefer something long and flowy with a bit of glitz the jewelled strap gown is perfect. Finally, my favourite, the marianna lace sleeve dress is the perfect LBD which incorporates this seasons love of lace and was recently worn by Nikki Blonsky at the Critics choice awards. |
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Dawn French – Dear Fatty
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Dawn French – funny woman, TV personality, entrepeneur – now you can add author to the list.
With a career that spans 3 decades, Dawn French is no doubt classed as one of the funniest women in Britain and is thought of as a national treasure. Dawn French and long time comic partner Jennifer Saunders have made it clear that once the current tour is over they are sadly hanging up the gloves of stand up, and will be sorely missed. So maybe this is why Dawn has chosen now to put pen to paper and let us all share in what life is like for a comedy genius. From her early years as an RAF child and her flat-sharing antics with Jennifer Saunders, to her outspoken views on sizism and her marriage to Lenny Henry, ‘Dear Fatty’ chronicles the extraordinary, hilarious rise of a complex, dynamic and unstoppable woman. Dawn is plus size and proud, she is possibly the best role model for any woman out there and continues to show the world that being a success, having a great relationship and being happy is not down to your weight but your outlook on life. Dawn was featured in She Magazine this month wearing the metallic jacey jacket from Curvety. |
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