MP STYLE GUIDE RSSTag Archives: plus size news
2011: Best of Madison Plus!
2011 has played an important role in the movement of the plus size industry. In the next few days we will be reflecting on all the big moments that have played a major role in world of plus. But first off we have to share something we are so very proud of – our own news [...]
Taylor Steel for Curves for Change 5k
Avenue is presenting the Curves for Change Fundraiser 5k supporting the empowerment of women and girls on Thursday, May 19th, 2011. Madison Plus is the official media sponsor of the event and we could not be more proud. Come out and help us raise money for two great organizations- The Komera Project and Hardy Girls Healthy Women. For full [...]
MP Fan Style! We Want You!
We want your style! Your street style pictures that is! Send us your head-to-toe pictures showcasing your unique style for a chance to be featured on Madison Plus! What makes a good street style picture? Keep the background simple or find an interesting street! Watch the red eye! Show us your head-to-toe look! Send us [...]
Crystal Renn For Elle Canada
Ford+ model Crystal Renn is featured in the December 2010 issue of Elle Canada. This shoot is on the anniversary of Crystal’s last Elle Canada feature that showcased a curvier Crystal. Both shoots are candy for the eyes! Check out Crystal’s last editorial in the January 2010 issue here. The combination of the scarlet red dress, the [...]
Robyn Lawley in December 2010 Cosmo!
Plus size model Robyn Lawley is featured in the December 2010 issue of Australian Cosmo! While the days here in NYC are becoming cooler Robyn is still bringing the heat in Australia with her modeling agency, Bella Model Management. The photoshoot was styled by Sarah Bonnet and and photographed by Kane Skennar and highlights Robyn Lawley [...]
Crystal Renn For Avant Garde Magazine
Model Crystal Renn has a whole slew of fashion editorials coming out this November! Check out this editorial Crystal Renn did for Avant Garde Magazine. The photographer, Philip Riches, took some amazing shots of Renn that truly showed of her modeling angles. Check out the Avant Garde Magazine editorial with Crystal Renn here! What do you think [...]
Elisa D’Ospina Covers Fashion Week in Spain
Elisa D’Ospina went to Fashion Week in Madrid and wrote her thoughts on the recent laws they have passed and the country’s new focus on promoting a healthy body image. Check out her post and let us know what you think! These days I have been busy working for the international Fashion Week in Madrid. [...]
OneStopPlus.com Fashion Show Press!
The web is blowing up with news coverage of the first ever plus size runway show! We have scoured the web for some of the best news links on this historic plus fashion event by OneStopPlus.com and have rounded them up just for you! InStyle Magazine- Fashion Week’s First-Ever Plus-Size Fashion Show! People.com- Gabourey Sidibe [...]
Black Magic
Black is the new black. Yes, this neutral is back with vengeance. We first saw black very heavily in the punk rock trend, now it has reincarnated into to a new dark romance. This new love affair with the color black also brings new fabrications; such as lace and silk and embellishments; such as rosettes, [...]
Readers React to Plus-Size Wars
On July 29th we posted an article by the New York Times written by Ginia Bellafante called “Plus-Size Wars“. The reader’s letters are in and we would like to share with you the reactions New York Time’s posted. Also, check out MP friend and Fashion to Figure’s Co-Founder Michael Kaplan’s letter that made the cut. Letters: Plus-Size Wars Thank you to Ginia Bellafante [...]
Crystal Renn’s Fall Picks on Style.com!
Crystal Renn who was recently ranked as #36 on the Top 50 models on Models.com is now featured on Style.com for her fall style picks! Her fall list includes a sweatshirt from Gareth Pugh, a silk blend jersey tank from Rick Owens, cat-eye glasses from Prada, and a Jean Paul Gaultier zip-up jacket. Check out [...]
Beth Ditto Makes a BANG!
Marc Jacobs launched his newest men’s fragrance, BANG, in London at Harvey Nichols. In attendance at the cologne launch was our favorite rocker, Beth Ditto! Check out her saucy look! Does Beth Ditto’s look make a BANG to you?
Crystal Renn on the Today Show
Crystal Renn addressed her fans today on the Today Show talking about her recent weight loss and her new exercise program. She says she has started an exercise routine after “seven years of being in recovery” from anorexia. While she has lost some weight, she says the pictures from the “Fashion for Passion” shoot by [...]
MP Fresh Face: Kamari
Why plus size modeling? What do you enjoy about it? What are you learning about the plus industry? I started plus size modeling for two reasons. First, I’ve always been a creative soul, having started in acting, moved to dancing and now modeling. For me, modeling allows me to be a different character and tell a [...]
