With so much on the go, you’re going to want to stay in-the-know. Many exciting things have happened at The Curvy Shop over the past several weeks, and there are many more cool things in store. Here's what's happened and what's coming up!
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It's Been a Minute!
Aymie Rondeau
Posted on July 04 2021
It’s been a minute and I hope you are all having a lovely summer so far. Hard to believe that our last blog was two months ago! One of my goals for 2021 was to write a monthly blog but what can I say, life sometimes gets in the way. I made the call to take the month of June to rest, recharge and focus on other activities.
What is the Fat Tax?
Aymie Rondeau
Posted on May 04 2021
How does the Fat Tax work when it comes to plus-sized clothing?
Essentially, the plus-sized consumer is charged more for an item in plus sizes when the same item produced in straight sizes sells for less.
Many brands try to justify this pricing by claiming that the item costs “more to produce” because of “all of the extra fabric” they need to make plus-sized garments.
Winning the Race in Plus-Size Athleisure Wear
Aymie Rondeau
Posted on March 04 2021
Athletic and athleisure wear.
It’s become a bigger part of our wardrobes over the last year, as we’re spending more time at home and working in leggings has become the norm.
Brands are thankfully starting to offer more plus-sized options. Here’s our review of brands that are nailing extended sizing in athleisure wear...and one that needs to work on their game.
What is Food Policing?
Aymie Rondeau
Posted on February 02 2021
What is Food Policing...and why it needs to stop!
Food policing is behaviour that labels food and eating as either good or bad, and gives food varying (and arbitrary) levels of moral value, often in the name of “health.” These labels could come from the internal messages in your head to outward comments from friends, family, colleagues or even strangers.
Goodbye 2020, Hello 2021!
Aymie Rondeau
Posted on January 01 2021
2021 is upon us! It goes without saying that 2020 has been an interesting year! This definitely won’t be one of those New Year’s Resolutions blogs packed full of #humblebrags and all of the things I accomplished throughout the year. If your biggest achievement was making it through 2020, in one piece or not, THAT IS OK!
When Extending to Extended Sizes Fails
Aymie Rondeau
Posted on August 19 2020
Over the past several months, brands such as Kendall + Kylie and Adidas x Ivy Park have launched collections with extended sizes. In the case of Kendall + Kylie’s Holiday 2019 partnership with US plus-sized retailer Ashley Stewart, it was the first time they had ventured into the world of curvy fashion. And the plus-size fashion world responded with some less-than-favourable feedback.
Collaboration with Artist Shannon Smith for Empower Magazine
Aymie Rondeau
Posted on July 16 2020
Our friend Artist Shannon Smith has published the first edition of Empower magazine, and The Curvy Shop has contributed an article on why Canada needs more plus-size fashion.
Shopping for Plus-Size Clothing in Scottsdale
Aymie Rondeau
Posted on January 06 2020
Hey Curvy Girls! Happy New Year! I hope you all had a lovely holiday season with your...
Style Story: Calvin Klein
Aymie Rondeau
Posted on November 06 2019
For anyone who grew up in the 90’s like me, it would be hard not to remember Calvin Kle...
Canadian BOPO Warriors
Aymie Rondeau
Posted on October 18 2019
When I first started learning about Health at Every Size, Body Positivity, Fat Acceptan...
Style Story: Eloquii Fall 2019
Aymie Rondeau
Posted on October 09 2019
Eloquii offers fashion-forward and on-trend designs. From workwear to casual to occasions, they’ve got you covered. We love that they offer high-quality fabrics, fun prints and flattering cuts. Our latest blog features some of our favourite looks from Eloquii's new fall collections. Everything from neon pops of colour to faux fur coats to faux leather dresses. Push your style limits!
Adventures in Dating as a Plus-Sized Woman
Aymie Rondeau
Posted on October 03 2019
What is it really like to date as a plus-sized woman? Read our blog to hear more about our adventures in dating and our recommendations for some adorable plus-sized date night looks.
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