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Walking Curves™ World Largest Fitness Class for Plus Size Women During Full Figured Fashion Week™

bellastyles — Fri, 13 May 2011 11:23:40 +0000

Walking Curves™ joins Full Figured Fashion Week™ debuting The World’s Largest Fitness Class for Plus Size Women

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

Media Contact:
Joy M. Tribble
678-856-3740
walkingcurves@gmail.com

Plus Size Fitness Group Debuts at Full Figured Fashion Week™

Walking Curves™ will make a special showing during the international event being held in NYC

Atlanta, GA (May 12, 2011) – Walking Curves™ will make its national debut with The World’s Largest Fitness Class for Plus Size Women during Full Figured Fashion Week™ on Saturday, June 18, 2011.

Full Figured Fashion Week™ is a three-day international event that consists of fashion shows, panel discussions, networking socials, and now, in partnership with Walking Curves™ – a health and fitness initiative devoted entirely to the curvy community. The fitness class joins a roster of dozens of other impressive activities, workshops and events, and is staying true to Full Figured Fashion Week’s overall mission which is to empower and inspire plus size women.

“This is an exciting collaboration and a great opportunity to be able to work with an icon like Gwen DeVoe,” said Walking Curves Founder, Joy M. Tribble. “The fact that she has been able to transcend the mainstream fashion industry and celebrate plus size women is monumental in itself, but now she is including a fitness component which is unprecedented.”

Founded in 2010 in Atlanta, Georgia, Walking Curves™ is the largest group of women dedicated to the health, wellness, fitness and fun of plus size women. The organization garnered regional acclaim in the news media, among fitness enthusiasts and its patrons, when it coordinated the first ever organized group of plus size women in the southeast region to complete a 5K Run/Walk presented by Kaiser Permanente on Thursday, September 16, 2010.

Walking Curves™ is now looking to expand the movement to key cities across the country to spread the message of fitness and wellness to plus size women everywhere.

“I want women to feel empowered and to feel like health, wellness and fitness is an obstacle they can overcome,” Tribble said. “I don’t want them to be embarrassed about where they start, but to celebrate where they finish.”

For more information on this exciting addition to Full Figured Fashion Week™, log onto www.fffweek.com and click the schedule of events tab or register now at http://walkingcurvesatfffweek.eventbrite.com/

Saturday, June 18, 2011 from 9:00 AM – 11:00 AM (ET)

Ripley Grier Studios
520 Eighth Avenue
Suite 16D
New York, NY 10018

$25

The ProjectCURVES™ Workshop During FULL FIGURED FASHION WEEK™ in NYC

bellastyles — Sun, 17 Apr 2011 23:14:06 +0000

Aspiring Models attending FFFWeek – This is for you! A special (revamped for NYC) ProjectCURVES, the original plus model bootcamp, will be held during FFFWeek. You know these names, now spend time with them in a workshop setting. Registration is limited, so if you’re interested, visit the website and sign up. Lunch is included. http://fffweek.com/2011/?p=schedule

ProjectCURVES™ is an intensive bootcamp workshop that will teach participants how to have a SUCCESSFUL career in plus modeling.

Our sessions, led by some of the best-known names in their industries, will give practical advice based on their experiences as insiders in the business.

This intense, three hour workshop, designed for plus size women, sizes 14 and up, will instruct you on how to become successful as a plus model. We’ll help break down any and all insecurities in this fun, interactive workshop. Get started on your career as a plus size model NOW!

Presenters:

Sharon Quinn (Plus Modeling 101) - Casting Director, Full Figured Fashion Week™

Madeline Figueroa-Jones, (Photo Posing 101) - Editor-in-Chief, PLUS Model Magazine

Anthony Higgins – Director, MSA Plus (Model Service Agency)

Runway Instructor: TBA

Reserve your space today. Only 50 slots are available!

Congrats to, Nina Taylor, the “2011 Face of Full Figured Fashion Week™”

bellastyles — Fri, 15 Apr 2011 15:30:16 +0000

Congratulations to the new face of the “2011 Face of Full Figured Fashion Week™”, Nina Taylor. Nina is a native of DC and has a career in medical education in the field of Oncology and Virology. Nina Taylor is the second winner of this fabulous honor as Rosie Mercado won the first ever title at last years festivities. As part of the prize package, Nina will be flown to New York City for Full Figured Fashion Week™, she’ll receive two VIP passes to all of the FFFWeek events and she’ll also get the chance to host the VIP red carpet finale reception on Saturday, June 18th. Once again congrats to Nina and can’t wait to see you in the Big Apple!!!

http://fffweek.com/2011/?p=the-face-winner

The ProjectCURVES™ Workshop During Full Figured Fashion Week™ in New York City

bellastyles — Wed, 13 Apr 2011 12:06:33 +0000

Friday, June 17, 2011

9:30 AM – 12:30 (Registration at 9:00 AM)
Affinia Hotel
371 7th Avenue
New York, NY
PEYTON BALLROOM

Admission: $75.00 in advance (includes the signature “Pink Bag Lunch”

ProjectCURVES™ is an intensive bootcamp workshop that will teach participants how to have a SUCCESSFUL career in plus modeling.

Our sessions, led by some of the best-known names in their industries, will give practical advice based on their experiences as insiders in the business.

Sharon Quinn (Plus Modeling 101) – Casting Director, Full Figured Fashion Week™

Madeline Figueroa-Jones, (Photo Posing 101) – Editor-in-Chief, PLUS Model Magazine

Anthony Higgins – Director, MSA Plus (Model Service Agency)

Runway Instructor: TBA

Reserve your space today. Only 50 slots are available!

http://fffweek.com

Full Figured Fashion Week™ Mega Photo Shoot with Lucas Pictures and Tara Taylor

bellastyles — Tue, 12 Apr 2011 18:30:08 +0000

Full Figured Fashion Week™ teams up with Lucas Pictures, recipient of the 2011 Full Figured Fashion Week™ Plus Fashion Photographer of the Year Award, to bring Plus Models a very special photo shoot opportunity. Check out the flyer and email lucaspictures1@gmail.com to schedule your shoot. Have fun!

Full Figured Fashion Week™ Mega Photo Shoot with Lucas Pictures and Tara Taylor (10% discount given to Plus Academy students and

graduates)

“Full Figured Fashion Week™ 2011 presents ‘The Full Figured & Fabulous™’ Runway Model Competition in NYC”

bellastyles — Thu, 07 Apr 2011 01:04:48 +0000

Friday, June 17, 2011

6:00 PM – 10:00 PM

Soirée
199 Bowery (near Spring Street)
New York, NY 10002

Admission: $25 in advance/$30 at the door

Full Figured Fashion Week™ 2011 is pleased to again present the Full Figured & Fabulous™ runway model competition. Full Figured & Fabulous™ is an annual runway modeling competition geared towards plus models sizes 14+ who would like to gain more experience and exposure via a competition environment. Unlike a pageant, the panel of judges will mainly focus on your skills as a model and your sense of style.Entry Requirements:

You Must:

1. Be at least 18 years of age
2. Wear a dress size of 14-22 (contestants must be proportioned)
3. Have Great Runway Skills
4. Be comfortable with your body and have a great sense of style and energy

Fees:

There is no fee to audition. However, if you are selected to compete, the entrance fee for the competition is $150. This fee is payable in two installments via cash, money order, or PayPal. Your first installment will be due on or before April 29th. The balance is due no later than May 21. Entrance fees or any portion of the fee paid are non-refundable.

Frequently Asked Questions:

1. Will I be required to sell tickets to be in the event?

No, unlike similar events, we do not require that a mandatory amount of tickets be sold. In fact, your entrance fee entitles you to 2 complimentary tickets. Contestants will receive additional tickets for sale, but there is no required amount to sell. Tickets to the event are $25.00 in advance.

2. Will I Be Responsible for Supplying My Own Garments?

Yes, there will be three segments in which you will need to provide clothing; two of which will be judged:

1. Fabulously Full…Look at Me! (Opening Segment, denim bottom, white top, no judging – details to follow)
2. Fabulously Funky (urban, creative)
3. Fabulously Elegant (red evening wear, all contestants must wear RED gowns)

3. What are the prizes?

Although our prize list continues to be updated, but we can confirm the following prizes now:

Grand Prize Winner:
$1,000 cash
Sash
An interview in PLUS Model Magazine
An interview in Daily Venus Diva Magazine
Flowers
A gift certificate from SONSI®

2nd Place Winner
$200.00 cash
Sash

3rd Place Winner
$100 cash
Sash

4. What will happen at the audition?

A panel of judges will assess your runway skills as a plus size runway model. You will also be judged on your overall appearance. It is extremely important that you demonstrate good runway skills and look like a model at the audition. We will only accept models who will make great competitors in the event.

5. How will I know if I have been selected to compete?

After the audition, if you have been selected to compete, you will receive an email within 48 hours.
IMPORTANT: After you have received the email notification that you have been selected to compete, we must receive one-half of your entrance fee by April 29th.

6. How do I enter?

Just go to the website below, upload your photo in the space required, and press the ENTER NOW button. Be sure to print out the confirmation you receive after you submit your info, as it will contain the information you need to attend the audition. NOTE: You do NOT need to bring pictures to the audition, we will have everything you submitted when you arrive.

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Auditions:

Saturday, April 16 · 3:00pm - 5:00pm

Ripley Grier Studios

520 8th Avenue, between 36th and 37th Streets, 16th floor, room 16K

New York, NY

Good Luck!

Register Here: http://fffweek.com/2011/?p=fff-reg

Introducing “Pose”, The Plus Academy CHARLOTTE Magazine

bellastyles — Sun, 03 Apr 2011 23:42:10 +0000

The Plus Academy Charlotte is launching a magazine dedicated to you. Introducing…”POSE” – The Plus Academy CHARLOTTE Magazine. The Plus Academy Charlotte Magazine launches at the Spring 2011 Grand Finale on 5.6.2011.

The Plus Academy CHARLOTTE

Director: Tiffany “Tip” Jones

Email: plusacademycharlotte@gmail.com

Web: www.plusacademycharlotte.com

YouTube: www.youtube.com/user/plusacademycharlotte

Twitter: www.twitter.com/plusacademyclt

Facebook: www.facebook.com/plusacademycharlotte

“Full Figured Fashion Week™ in New York City, June 16-18, 2011″

bellastyles — Sun, 03 Apr 2011 23:13:42 +0000

Full Figured Fashion Week™ is a partnership of independent designers, retailers, event producers, plus models, and plus industry businesses that have come together to create an inaugural showcase of the very best in fashion for plus size consumers.

Full Figured Fashion Week™ (FFFWeek) will be produced by DeVoe Signature Events (DSE), an events management company with an extensive background in the production of plus size fashion related events, plus model training and management.

With over 10 years experience in fashion show production, Gwen DeVoe, CEO of DSE and Executive Producer of FFFWeek says, “It is time for designers, retailers, boutique owners and businesses with an interest in the plus size market to combine their resources and their talents to create a memorable event that will rival all other Fashion Weeks. We are uniquely qualified to make this event a success because we work directly with plus size consumers and know what they want. They want great fitting, fashionable clothing that is readily available in stores and online. The plus size consumer is a loyal consumer and because quality fashion items are so hard to find, they will be loyal to brands that they like.”

We believe that FFFWeek will not only provide an opportunity for independent designers to market their collections to a wider audience, and a unique opportunity for plus models to gain more professional exposure on the runway, but also a chance for the media, buyers and the general public to have access to collections that have not received the marketing and publicity they deserve. FFFWeek is also an excellent vehicle for those retailers and boutiques who want to expand their customer base.

Full Figured Fashion Week™ 2011 will be held June 16-18 in New York City.

www.fffweek.com

“ProjectCURVES™” & “FULL FIGURED AND FABULOUS™” in (Richmond, VIRGINIA): Fall 2011 (Date TBA)

bellastyles — Sun, 03 Apr 2011 22:39:24 +0000

Calling all Aspiring and Working Plus Models in the DC/Maryland/VA area

Are you interested in plus-size modeling but don’t know where to start?

Have you been modeling for a while but seem to be stuck in one mode?

We’ve got the answers for you! The ProjectCURVES seminar will be coming to Richmond, Virginia.

ProjectCURVES is a one-day bootcamp workshop that will teach participants how to have a SUCCESSFUL career in plus modeling. Our sessions are led by some of the best known names in their industries, who will give practical advice based on their experiences as insiders in this business.

This is a once in a lifetime opportunity to get the answers you need from industry professionals. Let us help you begin a career as a successful plus size model.

ProjectCURVES Richmond will be held:

FALL 2011

NEW DATE TO BE ANNOUNCED SOON!!!

Instructors and Workshops will consist of:

“Plus Modeling 101″ with Liris Crosse: This session includes tips on castings, comp cards, day rates and more. Liris Crosse is professional model and actress who’s career goes from starring in movies such as ‘The Best Man” to appearing on music videos from Jay-Z to Jennifer Lopez. Liris has done print ads for top plus-size retailers such as Lane Bryant and Ashley Stewart.

“Runway Bootcamp” with Gwen DeVoe: Improve your posture and presence in our intense runway session. Develop your own runway style by learning what poses work and don’t work. Learn from industry veteran Gwen DeVoe who is the producer of “Full Figured Fashion Week” and “The Plus Academy”. (You must bring a three inch heel for this session).

“Fit and Foundation Clinic” with Jennene Biggins of “The Voluptuous Woman Company”: Over 70% of women do not wear the correct bra size. Learn the importance of wearing undergarments that fit well, especially to castings and auditions.

“Fashion Styling with Bella Styles”: Learn from fashion stylist and curvy blogger Bella Styles on how to put ensembles together that fit your body type. Find out where to shop and how to style yourself on photoshoots and castings.

“P.H.A.T., Fabulous & Fit” with YOU Gals: Can you be fabulous, PHAT and fit? Yes, you can. Dr. Oz favorites, Stacy and Toni of YOU Gals, will direct you in the right path. This class will explore various exercise and healthy lifestyle options available to those of us that are big and beautiful but want to be curvy, fabulous and FIT!

“Strike A Pose”- Everything You Always Wanted To Ask a Photographer with Kermit Gresham: Is your comp card presenting the right image? Do you know what TFP, MUA and clean/clean means? What do casting directors look for when casting plus models? Get the answers to theses questions and all of your photography inquiries in this session.

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Later that night we will have the :

“Full Figured and Fabulous” Model Competition – 7:00pm-9:00pm

Come cheer on 25 of the most beautiful, curvy and fashionable aspiring plus size models representing North Carolina, South Carolina, Georgia, Texas, Tennessee and of course Virginia!

Mix, mingle and visit our exhibitor/vendor tables and purchase some of the hottest plus size designer fashions in the nation. Get those comp cards and business cards ready…it’s going to be a FABULOUS event!!!

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Pre-Register Today at: http://projectcurvesvirginia.eventbrite.com/

“Shanda Freeman Announced As The Host of ‘Full Figured Fashion Week™’ 2011″

bellastyles — Sun, 03 Apr 2011 20:03:35 +0000

Born and raised in Newburgh, NY Shanda Freeman was destined to do great things! Becoming a young mother at the tender age of 15 did not stop her from believing she would achieve all her dreams!

Beginning her career in HIV/AIDS Services in 1996, Shanda worked as a Case Manager and Counselor for over 8 years. This rewarding and life changing career allowed her to overcome and leave an emotionally and physically abusive first marriage. In helping others she gained the strength to help herself! In 2002, Shanda met and fell in love with the “love of her life” and current husband, Fatman Scoop! In 2007, they created their sex and relationship advice podcast Man and Wife! With a combination of their wit, charm, and life experiences they are able to provide their 5 million plus audience with real and unabashed “love” advice! Man and Wife debut on MTV in 2008!

In branching out on her own, Shanda created Shanda Says! Shanda Says vlogs and advice column offers her audience a place of experience, compassion, enjoyment, and fashion! Shanda has contributed her advice articles to numerous media outlets such as; Essence.com, AOL BlackVoices, The New York Post, and Straight Stuntin Magazine to name a few. She tours the country delivering speaking engagements at different schools and colleges offering young people and women her life story of strength and overcoming obstacles. Her love of fashion will have her branching out and conquering her dream of being a Clothing Designer as well! She continues to be an “All or Nothing” woman! For Shanda, there are no limits, only opportunities!!

http://fffweek.com