SUNDAY, JUNE 11
Curvy Music, Film & Art Festival - The Official Kick-off of FFFWeek 2017!
It's our official kick-off and we will be starting the 2017 event off with an afternoon of curvy celebration. Join us for signature cocktails, lite bites, art, music, film and a little fashion at the very posh Lofts at Prince (and adjoining rooftop). For inspiration, ladies, pull out your cutest pastel summer sundress (khaki or linen pants or shorts and button downs can work for the guys), throw on a floppy hat, sexy sandals, and enjoy a cozy but lively afternoon with Team FFFWeek 2017!
Featured Guests/Showcase
Jonquel Art by Jonquel Norwood (Main Loft)
Rakiem Walker Project (soulful summer jams on the rooftop)
Mokojumbie Design by David James (Main Loft)
Screening of PLUS! documentary by Sandra Chuma, Award-winning multi-media journalist (Media Room)
3:00 PM - 7:00 PM
Location: Penthouse Six & Roof Garden - 6th Floor
The Lofts at Prince
177 Prince Street
New York, NY
Monday, June 12
Best Practices for Brand Protection
As a small business owner, differentiating your company from your competition is essential. Naturally, your business name, tagline, product names and logo play a big part in that. Because they establish your business’s identity, you don’t want another business stealing the specific words and symbols you use to represent your company. Join FFFWeek and other small fashion business owners for this very valuable forum discussion.
Keynote Speaker: Kimra Major-Morris
Attorney Major-Morris is a solo practitioner and Founding Member of Major-Morris Law, LLC. The firm is based in Central Florida and serves clients nationwide. She is a published author on the subject of intellectual property law, and a nationwide speaker offering guidance to individuals and corporations about copyright and trademark protection and monetization. She formerly taught at the prestigious Full Sail University and frequently serves as a guest panelist.
Her law firm provides registering and monitoring of copyright and trademarks; drafting and negotiating licensing agreements, talent agreements, trade secret agreements, non-compete, non-disclosure, business formation; drafting and negotiating intellectual property acquisition deals.
2:00 PM - 4:00 PM
Location: Penthouse Level (PH)
blueprint + co
214 West 39th Street
(Between 7th & 8th Avenue)
New York, NY
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Tuesday, June 13
"Make Every Day Your Runway" - Sponsored by Fruit of the Loom (Invitation Only)
Join Fruit of the Loom for an exclusive event for Bloggers and Influencers to look at the Fit for Me Intimate Apparel and new Casual Wear lines. Walk the catwalk like a pro, learn all about the latest fashion trends from celebrity stylist Denise Caldwell, and mingle while enjoying delicious refreshments. You must register in advance to be considered for an invitation.
Time: 6:00 PM
Location: Private
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Wednesday, June 14
7th Annual "Curves at Sea All White Cruise" sponsored by Ashley Stewart. Show us how you SLAY in your all white!
Join FFFWeek® sponsors, fashion designers, industry influencers, models and production team members at our annual celebratory all white sunset cruise around the beautiful island of Manhattan aboard the gorgeous Hornblower Infinity Yacht. Cruise highlights including an exclusive onboard fashion show, raffle prizes, networking with the Who's Who of the plus industry, dinner and dancing.
6:30 PM - 11:00 PM
Location: Hornblower Landing at Hudson River Park - Pier 40
353 West Street (at Westside Highway and West Houston Street)
New York, NY
Thursday, June 15
FFFWeek Curvy Expo
Everyone loves a celebration, especially one that celebrates our CURVES! Join us on Thursday, June 15th for a celebratory day of empowerment, networking, friendship and shopping. This year’s event will kick-off with an invitation-only mixer for bloggers, brand executives and social influencers. Throughout the day, attendees can enjoy a sneak peek at fall collections, sample sales, beauty tips, contests and chats with some of your favorite brands and bloggers. We have an ultra-fabulous day planned and hope that you will join us! Light refreshments will be served.
10:00 AM - 2:00 PM
Location: 404 Event Space
404 10th Avenue, New York, NY
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"Bae Walks" - Big and Tall Male Fashion Show "Sponsored by MVP Collections"
Men’s plus size fashion is a hot topic now, with brands devoted to big and tall men launching at NYFW last year. And, interest in plus male modeling is at an all time high. Never let it be said that FFFWeek discriminates or fails to bring our followers (especially our female followers) what they crave.
"Bae Walks" is a coming out show for us and we hope you will enjoy the collections of Brandon Kyle, SOS Denim and the event's sponsor, MVP Collections. Bring your cameras, charge your cell phone batteries and get ready to load fabulous images of our Big and Tall men to your social media accounts. This is a show you don't want to miss.
6:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Location: 404 Event Space
404 10th Avenue, New York, NY
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Friday, June 16
LIT! - A FFFWeek Model Workshop with Coach Rob, Christina Mendez & Frankie Tavares
Christina Mendez, Frankie Tavares and Coach Rob have partnered up with FFFWeek (Full Figured Fashion Week®) to share their expertise in a fun, casual but informative workshop. Workshop will include 3 mini 45 minutes to 1 hour specific topics, group Q&A, meet and greet and networking opportunities.
11:00 AM - 3:00 PM
Location: Punto Space, 325 West 38th Street
Studio D, New York, NY
The State of the +Size Community
Let's talk! This collaborative panel was designed to create a platform for open dialogue about the current status of PLUS! The plus community has changed dramatically over the past 5 years. It is constantly evolving. By creating authentic dialogue, the goal is simple, we want to explore all things plus...the good, not so good, and the "how did that happen?" With a diverse panel, dynamic moderator and, of course, YOU, this is the perfect opportunity for the plus community to shake things up! Your VOICE and influence make the difference. Come with questions, notebooks, phone chargers (LOL) and an open heart. Stay plugged in folks, it's time to state the facts!
Sponsored By:
The Curvy Industry Experience (Texas)
Plus Size Me Plz (Pennsylvania)
National Curves Day (National)
I Rock My Curves the Best (North Carolina)
The Mica Nicole Show (Georgia)
Full Figured Fashion Week (New York)
4:00 PM - 6:30 PM
Location: Punto Space, 325 West 38th Street
Studio D, New York, NY
Move Your Body Dance-A-Thon - A benefit for The Bottomless Closet "Sponsored by Lane Bryant"
Rumor has it that plus size men and women don't "move" enough. Well, dancing IS moving and we're going to make sure everyone knows that we do indeed move! Join us for a little shaking of this and shaking of that at our Dance-A-Thon to benefit the Bottomless Closet, a not-for-profit organization that serves economically disadvantaged New York City women who are in need of assistance in securing a job. Their mission is to facilitate entrance into the workforce, build core competencies for workplace success, increase self-confidence and self-esteem, and transform women's vision of their potential. There will be surprise performances, great dance music, fun-loving people and extreme networking all rolled into one event.
7:00 PM - 10:00 PM
Location: Punto Space, 325 West 38th Street
Main Hall, New York, NY
Saturday, June 17
FFFWeek 2017 Runway Showcase and Awards Ceremony
Since the launch of FFFWeek® in 2009, our event has continued to receive strong support from the industry’s finest indie designers, retailers and boutiques. This showcase, celebrating our eigth season, will highlight the very best in couture, lingerie, accessories and ready to wear as offered by our partnering fashion retailers, boutiques and indie designers. This event will also officially introduce the recipients of the 2017 FFFWeek® Industry Awards. Attire: Semi-formal
6:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Location: Hotel Pennsylvania (Skytop Ballroom, 18th Floor)
401 7th Ave, New York, NY