Plus-size women’s fashion continues to evolve, creating a greater presence in the fashion industry. According to ABC News, the plus-size fashion industry is booming but in an article on the Huffington Post writer Stephanie Penn says it’s bigger than plus-size fashion. She says the media is almost obsessed with plus-size fashion when there are other [...]
Plus-size fashion: The overlooked and overexposed
Same old story The plus-size fashion industry has grown tremendously over the last decade. It is no secret that the average woman is not a size two five foot nine runway model, but those images still seem to flood runways, fashion magazines and websites. There has always seemed to be this obsession with body image; [...]
A night of talent and fashion for a good cause
The ThYck Troupe at a photoshoot for The Abstract of ThYck The ThYck Troupe of Chicago is hosting their second annual fundraiser April 28 at the Grossinger City Autoplex. The event, The Abstract of ThYck, showcases the talent of the troupes members through modeling, singing, dancing and fashion. “If you want to effect change in [...]
Part IV: The Feedback
The discussion surrounding sensitive issues like weight and image can be difficult for people to take part in. While I did not get the amount of feedback I was looking for and expecting on my previous video, Dissecting the plus size fashion industry, I did receive one comment on the actual YouTube page from a [...]
Part III Dissecting the plus size fashion industry
The fashion industry as a whole can be dissected into multiple segments. The plus size market or segment has grown exponentially over the last ten years. While it continues to grown, some issues within the plus size segment of the industry still exists. The video below explores and begins to dissect the plus size fashion [...]
Part II: A thought that never was
The fashion industry consists of both male and female models. While slightly peeling the layer back on the plus size market, an article from NY Mag’s The Cut shed light on the lack of plus size male models. The slideshow below digs a little deeper as to where that segment of the fashion industry might [...]
A night of sizzling fashion
Akira Andersonville held its fashion show last week and showcased their fall and winter clothing selections. Customers filled the store browsing the racks filled with the season’s hottest styles as they waited for the show to kick off. One shopper Christina perused the racks of clothes with a group of friends. “I’m here supporting my [...]
Fall fashion hits the Windy City
Trendy in the city Chicago began the rapid transition from hot to cold last week. According to Chicago Weather Center, Chicago experienced two back-to-back sub 60 degree days last week. The last time these back-to-back temperatures occurred in September was 87 years ago. Staying in fashion in freezing Chicago temperatures can be hassle free. Check [...]
The Weekend Style Wrap episode 1
Fall trend how to: Pencil Skirts
The fall and winter runways showcased many trends, styles and colors from heritage inspired prints to bold colors; which are sure to fill your favorite retail stores. One major piece was the always chic and versatile pencil skirt. Check out the video below to learn how to style one pencil skirt three ways. Find us [...]

