In 2015 Plus Model Tess Holliday stunned the world on the cover of People Magazine as the world’s largest super model signed to a major agency at a size 22.
The wife and mother of two, including a two-month old boy Bowie, has used every ounce of her fifteen minutes as a popular cover model by shooting several major campaigns (H&M and Monif C to name a few), creating her own social media hashtag, #effyourbeautystandards with a whopping 1,600,000 public posts on Instagram to date, and most recently she’s joined forces with Canadian department store Pennington’s and created her own clothing line, MBLM by Tess Holliday.
Known for her unapologetic curves and self-love inspired social media posts, this Rocker Glam curvy girl collection suits Holliday’s persona by offering everything under the sun your grandmother wouldn’t wear! Studs, fringe, neutrals & black, and svelte silhouettes describe a lot of what you would find in this collection: think LBD with an asymmetric hem!
First launched in March 2016, the department store has since released a spring/summer collection and partnered-up recently with Macy’s to Americanize the brand’s visibility and provide more US access to plus-sized customers. Holliday vows that the fabrics used for this line were hand-picked by her and she also assures the price point for every item falls under $100.
Holliday adds that the line, catering to sizes 14 to 32, is a huge reflection of her personal style and that if she wouldn’t wear it, the design was eliminated. So we ask, what’s next for Tess Holliday? Of course more of her fabulous MBLM collection and you can expect to see her on the front lines of the curvy style/love your body revolution that many plus women are so proud to represent.
Is Tess Holliday’s new line worth your dime? Post your thoughts!
Nicole Scherzinger was a bombshell in blue during a press event for X Factor at Global Studios. The co-judge of the hit show stunned in a $1,335 David Koma Wool Dress with Cut-Out Detail.
Made from bright blue wool and accented with silver-toned hardware, this form-fitting David Koma dress is sensual with cut-out detail and a slit in the leg.Its fitted silhouette hugs the body without sacrificing decent construction. An asymmetric hemline and sexy neckline elevates this cocktail dress’s modern appeal.A top knot, statement earrings, bangles and strappy silver sandals vamped up her look, but at $1,335, is her dress worth the pretty penny? Well, should your wallets allow, you can cop her David Koma dress here. What do you think? Is she killin’ this look?
Olivia paired the on-trend top with shorts and simple, black ankle-strap sandals. Rita chose her favorite NASASEASONS cap, destructed denim, and lace-up boots.
The striped cotton top features layered ruffles, dramatic flared long sleeves, structured internal boning, and an off-the-shoulder silhouette.
Her crepe dress features a round neckline, shoulder pads, darts at the shoulders and front, short sleeves, a cropped cape overlay, allover print, slit pockets, and a box pleated skirt.
Cute!
If you’re up for the splurge, get Tia’s frock here.
Nothin’ like a good ole’ fashion battle! Melanie Brown, better known as Mel B, was spotted on the set of America’s Got Talent wearing the same Discount Universe Glitter Belted dress that Justine Skye wore to the V Files runway show during NYFW in 2015.
Mel B rocked a top knot, purple Luboutin pumps and a three-toned fur boa.
Justine opted for nude pumps and her signature purple locks.
Justine’s ensemble is a two-piece, making it slightly different than Mel’s dress.
Less is more. I prefer Justine’s simple styling. Mel looks too costume-y.
Her top is crafted from tiered white lace. It features a black grosgrain bow, jewel neckline, sleeveless silhouette, high-low hem, and chiffon camisole lining.
Her pumps are a veritable classic at this point, boasting a pointed-toe silhouette, beige panels, and clear PVC detailing.