Indie Designer Showcase - Friday, June 19th
Just Curves
Friday, June 19, 2015
Just Curves is an online retail activewear company, dedicated to providing on-trend, affordable, and fashionable activewear to plus size women sizes 10-28. The body-positive activewear brand encourages women to love themselves, no matter their size, striving for health and creating their own standard of beauty. Just Curves combines the support of shapewear, with the function of activewear, and the fun of street-wear to offer transitional athleisure wear that will turn heads in and out of the gym. The new collection debuting at FFFWeek® features bright pops of colors and modern, figure-flattering cuts which blurs the line between gym-wear and street-wear. All garments are made in the U.S.A. http://justcurves.net
Hannah Caroline Couture by Hannah Olson
Friday, June 19, 2015
Hannah Caroline Couture is a fashion company specializing in custom clothing for women of all sizes. HCC can make your dream garment a reality for any body type, occasion, and deadline.www.hccdesign.co
ASK Fashion by Amanda Koker
Friday, June 19, 2015
This collection is by Amanda Koker for ASK Fashion. The collection is called "we are taking over!" It is inspired by British punk rock. As a plus size community we are taking over the fashion world by storm and we are here to stay! This collection brings out that kick ass attitude and punk rock chicness! All you need to do- is ASK. www.askfashion.co & www.etsy.com/shop/ASKFashionLLC
Serita Bell by Cassandra Smith
Friday, June 19, 2015
Serita Bell is a contemporary, ready-to-wear clothing line for curvy women. The line is edgy & sexy with feminine silhouettes. The designer's technical knowledge of a garment's proper fit, combined with her innovative ideas, results in a confident line for curvy women. http://www.serita-bell.com/
Soulevant Lingerie: The Lingerie That Lifts
Friday, June 19, 2015
Soulevant presents loungewear and sleepwear with a built-in soft bra! Soulevant is the French word for "lifting up," which is what the collection aims to do, both physically and spiritually. At the heart of the Soulevant concept is a custom built-in wire-free bra with wonderful support. This new curated collection, designed by Linda Wallace-Blau, features versatile loungewear and sleepwear, all Made in the USA. The line showcases a range of vibrant prints and bold colors with soft, machine-washable fabrics. Soulevant presents a modern spin on the traditional housedress that takes you from the bedroom to the front door to the street. Look stylish and feel comfortable at the same time! www.soulevant.com
Sue Rock Originals
Friday, June 19, 2015
Limited Runs. Local Manufacturing. Made to Order Knitwear. Plus Sizes Available. 50% of the profit of each product sold provides opportunities for survivors of domestic violence who leave! This is Sue Rock Originals! Sue Rock Originals has pulled the richness from the textile industry's excesses. Here is where you will find the finest upcycled materials from New York’s fashion and interior design industries. At Sue Rock Originals our design motto is “Back to Basics”. We love offering women pieces they will go back to time and time again! We understand that women’s bodies (and tastes) are beautiful and ever changing. It is important to provide every woman an opportunity to wear beautiful hand tailored designs that are flattering and affordable! https://www.etsy.com/shop/
Curves Make A Woman by Bobbi Harris
Friday, June 19, 2015
Curves Make A Woman by Bobbi Harris was founded in 2011 for many reasons. "There's more to making plus size clothing than just making average size clothing larger", says Ms. Harris. "Plus size women have curves and their clothes should be accented, tailored, and fitted. I have many plus size friends and any time we would go shopping, I would be able to find an outfit quickly while my friends struggled. I could run into any store and grab an outfit without trying it on. My friends would go to the same stores unable to find great fitting clothing. It was then that I decided that shopping should be fun and easy for everybody. I wanted to create a line where plus size women didn't have to compromise on quality or price. I wanted women with curves to be able to run to a store or shop online and confidently buy clothing knowing it would fit properly". www.curvesmakeawoman.com
Boots By Pamela (BBP)
Friday, June 19, 2015
Boots By Pamela (BBP) is a new company that was created for all those girls out there like me who could never find Boots to fit their Calves! Every girl deserves to have a great pair of Fashionable Boots!" says Owner/Designer, Pamela Ammeter.
"I would go to store after store and try on dozens of boots. I would leave feeling frustrated and near tears. I continued to try and try and never had any luck. I could never understand why shoe companies did not see or fill this missing piece in the market? It then came to me in a store surrounded by numerous pairs of boots that didn’t fit…that I would start my own company and fill this niche in the market… and BBP was born! I have been in the Fashion Industry for over 15 years from Textiles, Merchandising to Buying and Designing. This background has helped me develop and design a high quality Boot! I am presenting my Fall/Winter Collection for 2015/16. Boots have become a staple in the Fall wardrobe, especially the flat riding boot! I am offering various styles of Riding Boots, Over the knee boots, and great night out heels! I look forward to being the brand that provides Fashionable Wide Calf Boots. “Finally…boots that Fit!!”
www.bootsbypamela.com
Tia Lyn Lingerie
Friday, June 19, 2015
TIA LYN is an American fashion designer best known by her vintage inspired lingerie made modern with her own twist designed for full busted and curvy woman. Since 2001, Tia Lyn has been making some serious noise in the lingerie world offering all of her beautiful designs in a full size range from a size small to 3X. Tia Lyn is a lifestyle brand that features flirtatious lingerie as well as cozy pajamas. Her lingerie is both delicate and contemporary. Tia has built a loyal following that love her fashion lingerie, amazing curvy fit and appreciate that the entire collection is machine washable. “It is thrilling to be returning to Full Figured Fashion Week 2015 and see woman of every size and shape on the catwalk. Curves are to be celebrated and all women should feel beautiful in their lingerie.” Tia Lyn - www.TiaLyn.com
I'Me by Jeannetta Thomas
Friday, June 19, 2015
Jeannetta Thomas also known as J.Thomas is the owner and founder of I'Me designs. She is a Montgomery, AL native and a graduate of Kansas City Kansas Community College and Alabama A&M University. She prides herself on designing from the heart and putting time and passion behind every stitch she adds to her designs. There is no greater love that she shares than that of designing!
The company's name is "I'Me", pronounced "I'm Me". Our slogan is "Why be anybody else???" We believe that it is much easier to be yourself and be comfortable in your own skin versus trying to be someone else. I'Me designs are focused on uniqueness and providing a variety of styles. At I'Me, curves rule the runway and we help people embrace their inner confidence and sexy. I’Me designs provide style that speak before lips can utter a word. www.IMebyjthomas.com
Eyani Couture by Sakinah B
Friday, June 19, 2015
Eyani Couture is high fashion couture clothing for the confident, classy and curvy! This line accommodates and compliments all types of ladies, from the everyday woman to those of celebrity status, offering glamour and sexy sophistication with trendsetting looks varying from party wear to red carpet gowns. This brand will evolve into the new “haute couture” line for curvy women worldwide. www.eyanicouture.weebly.com
Tru Diva Designs by Veronica L.
Friday, June 19, 2015
From a young age Veronica has always had a love for fashion. As a little girl, she searched through magazines and cut out all of the outfits that caught her eye. As she got older she became disappointed by the lack of options for plus sized women, so she got a sewing machine and learned how to sew. Veronica began making her own clothes that not only complimented her curvy physique, but also stood out from what department stores offered.
With the encouragement of family and friends, Veronica founded Tru Diva Designs. Her vision for Tru Diva is to make quality clothing that is both unique and flattering for plus sized women. Veronica feels that every woman deserves to feel sexy no matter what shape or size; Tru Diva gives curvier women a place to buy clothes that do just that. Her goal is to take plus sized fashion to a level that the world has yet to see.
Veronica’s designs have been unveiled in several fashion shows including Art of Curves, Divabetics, Curves Rock, Fashion on the Hudson, Full Figured Fashion Week, Plus Night Out, Love Your Body Day, and District of Curves . She has also been featured in Plus Model Magazine and numerous blogs. This is only the beginning for Veronica L.
Veronica currently resides in New Jersey with her husband John and her room full of fierce fabrics waiting to become the next “must have” outfit from Tru Diva Designs. www.trudiva.com/
Tropiflora by Misty Belvidere
Friday, June 19, 2015
Misty Belvidere is bringing latest her collection “Tropiflora” to Full Figured Fashion Week (FFFW) in New York City in June 2015. The collection travelling to NYC from Australia has embraced the modern technology of digital printing and is constructed of high-quality fabrics in styles that celebrate a feminine figure. Misty Belvidere is a label that encourages women to love their bodies and embrace their curves in all shapes and sizes. Misty Belvidere doesn't apologize for having hips and allows women to embrace the confidence in fashion like their standard-sized sisters. Says designer Miss Kate, “All women want the same thing, and that's to look and feel beautiful”.
Designer Miss Kate has vowed to bring sophistication and innovative designs to plus-size fashion. A graduate of Fashion Design and lover of self-expression through ensembles, she is excited to bring this level of fashion to a captive audience. A curated preview of collection was showcased in Melbourne's Curvy Couture Runway, a part of the Virgin Australia Melbourne Fashion Festival in March of this year which was well received and attended by plus-size model Tess Holliday. www.mistybelvidere.com/
Retailer/Boutique Showcase - Saturday, June 20th
Fit for Me by Fruit of the Loom
Saturday, June 20, 2015
Fruit of the Loom® knows the power of positive underwear. That’s why we’ve been helping families pull on a daily pick-me-up for over 160 years. We make colorful, smile-inducing, clothes with fits that won’t quit. And we’re wallet-friendly too. From hipsters to hoodies, boxers to bras, and sleepwear to socks, our clothes are made so you can grab the world by the waistband and start your day happy. www.fruit.com
Your BIG Sister's Closet
Saturday, June 20, 2015
Your Big Sister's Closet is a boutique built by love. In 2010, storeowner Karen Ward began a blog called Curvy Canadian. There were very few options available for plus size women in Canada. Karen wanted to address that, and help women find great clothing options. Having had a lifelong love of fashion, in 2012 Karen decided to open her very own plus size boutique in Toronto called Your Big Sister's Closet. Her newlywed husband Peter Chiem, decided to leave a very successful career in corporate buying to pursue this dream alongside Karen. Together, they have built something incredibly beautiful, and are extremely fortunate to have the ability to help women find fashion-forward clothes each and every day! They are very excited to present pieces from their A/W 2015 collections. www.yourbigsisterscloset.com
The Thiq Boutique
Saturday, June 20, 2015
The Thiq Boutique is an exclusive plus size boutique that specializes in fashion forward, trendy apparel. Our collection is for the on-the-go fashionista with a twist. We have something for everyone and not afraid to put a spin on it. Our showcase will push
the fashion envelope and show that we are “All Faux Everything”. www.TheThiqBoutique.com
THE E.G.O. Boutique (Edgy, Glamorous and On point)
Saturday, June 20, 2015
Yolanda Ann is the owner of E.G.O. Boutique located in the South (Houston, Texas). Yolanda Ann’s attainable vision of locating trendy clothing for curvy women and different experiences lead to a magnitude of greatness within the fashion industry. E.G.O. carries a collection of women’s clothing which features some of the best quality custom designs in collaboration with versatile statement pieces which makes E.G.O. different from other Boutiques. We are elated to not only showcase during Full Figured Fashion Week but to invite new consumers, bloggers, etc. into our E.G.O. family for long lasting relationships.
www.theegoboutique.com
Curve Culture Boutique
Saturday, June 20, 2015
Curve Culture Boutique "Where curves are appreciated and accentuated". We offer trendy clothing for curvy Fashionistas sizes
12-20 while promoting confidence and self love through the clothing that we sell. Curve Culture is more than just a boutique, we're a
culture. www.curvecultureboutique.com
Ashley Stewart
Saturday, June 20, 2015
Ashley Stewart has captured the hearts and minds of curvy women since its founding in 1991 in Brooklyn, New York. Today, Ashley Stewart offers the hottest looks with stores across the United States, a rapidly growing e-commerce presence at www.AshleyStewart.com, as well as an industry leading social media presence.
Ashley Stewart stands for uncompromising style, fashion, fit and empowerment for the trend-savvy woman who flaunts her curves. From the perfect pair of jeans, church flow dresses, smoking hot outfits, and #DaretoBare intimates, Ashley Stewart has you covered. www.ashleystewart.com
MarlaWynne
Saturday, June 20, 2015
Created by former Television Producer Marla Wynne Ginsburg, the MarlaWynne collection, was inspired by her 20 years of living and working in Paris with some of the best stylists and costume designers in the world and by the way French women of any and every age seem to magically achieve a very personal and enduring sense of style. A curvy size 14/16 herself, Marla wanted to design clothing that fit women of all sizes and shapes, in high end fabrications, finishes and styling that would allow every woman to layer her look with individuality and infuse her wardrobe with the kind of timeless chic fashion and quality that Marla had grown accustom to in Europe —- but she wanted to do it at affordable prices. HSN was the perfect place for her to achieve the volume she needed to offer the quality she insists upon. Today, MarlaWynne is one of the fastest growing brands in retail television in the US, Canada, Italy and the UK. Marla believes that fashion serves as a form of personal expression and designs toward that goal. The simplicity of her basics serve as a canvas for the creativity of the individual while offering extremely high end fabrications and meticulous attention to fit across sizes XS-3X. Her sweater knits, toppers and outwear are always on trend yet embody the qualities of the high end classics that make them “forever” pieces. www.marlawynne.com
Fashion Addiction By Dr. Dannie
Saturday, June 20, 2015
The line is a vivacious line for Bold & Fearless woman for the everyday woman. You will experience bold prints, color blocking patterns, and go from the office to date night. Sit back & relax and enjoy this Fashion Addiction www.addictions-store.com/
Sydney's Closet
Saturday, June 20, 2015
Sydney’s Closet stands out as the leading plus size dress designer and online retailer dedicated exclusively to making you look glamorous for life’s special moments. The company features fashion-forward design for teens and women from Prom Night to your Wedding Day to being the best dressed guest at Black Tie Events. Celebrations, Sydney’s newest collection of ultra-chic day- to- night dresses, takes you effortlessly from work to drinks, dinner and parties. Based in St, Louis, Sydney’s is known across the country and around the world for sophisticated styles and extraordinary fit for sizes 14 to 40. Phyllis Brasch Librach, a journalist, traded deadlines for hemlines to launch Sydney’s Closet after she failed to find a trendy plus size Prom dress for her curvy daughter. That was more than a decade ago. The rest of the story is fabulous fashion history. www.sydneyscloset.com
Christopher & Banks | CJ Banks
Saturday, June 20, 2015
Christopher & Banks Corporation is a Minneapolis based company that specializes in women's apparel. Our mission is to make women of all sizes feel as good as they look.
Our apparel and accessory collections are stylish and versatile, fit our customer’s lifestyle, and reflect who she truly is. Our bright, inviting stores are staffed by Personal Shoppers who create an enjoyable shopping experience through genuine and honest service. In addition, our online selection delivers an expanded assortment of sizes, lengths and colors, ensuring that our offering fits every woman and any occasion.
As a national retailer with nearly 519 stores across the country, we are proud to serve so many real women! Our Christopher & Banks label offers missy and petite sizing ranging from 4 to16. Under our CJ Banks label, we cater to plus-size women by offering sizes 14W to 24W. www.christopherandbanks.com
QURVII
Saturday, June 20, 2015
QURVII was started to address the needs of the large but underserved Women’s Plus Size clothing market. Using quality fabrics, vibrant colors and silhouettes that help curvy women hide the curves they want to while flaunting the ones they want to show off, QURVII is encouraging women to “Celebrate their Curves”.
QURVII will be displaying at the FFFWEEK 2015 its line “MANISHA”.
The trendy and chic line “MANISHA” includes an extensive option of ready to wear and affordable dresses, tops, shirts, shrugs, jackets and tees in sizes ranging from 1XL to 4XL (US Sizes 14 to 28).
MANISHA has been named after and dedicated to QURVII’s CEO, Neelima’s best friend who earlier this year lost her 3-year-old battle against breast cancer. QURVII has committed to give 5% off all its profits to The Breast Cancer Research Foundation. www.qurvii.com & www.facebook.com/qurvii
Extra Touch
Saturday, June 20, 2015
Extra Touch is a popular price label that has been serving the plus size woman for over 30 years. The collection includes tops, dresses, tunics, leggings, and cardigans; all in comfortable fabrics with fashionable styling for sizes 1-3X. Extra Touch is a must-have collection for the modern, plus size woman and is available at Macy's, Stage Stores and other national retailers. http://platformmediany.com
