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15 Plus Size & Big and Tall Style Influencers You Should Be Following RIGHT NOW
Influencers are killing the game on Instagram.
With their perfectly curated feeds and sneak peeks into their everyday lives while working with top brands, we are not surprised.
According to Forbes, more than 700 million people scroll through their Instagram feed each month and these days, we are seeing the rise of the micro-influencer, which indicates that the number of followers is not the only thing brands are looking at anymore.
Micro-influencers are those who have under 10K followers and have specific niche audiences who they’re deeply connected to, which prompts more engagement and interaction.
We at PMM believe in sharing the shine among everyone, including those micro-influencers who we follow on a daily basis. These 15 below are doing amazing things and we think you should be following them all right now.
#1: Sierra Holmes @eclectickurves
Sierra has worked with top brands such as Dia & Co, fullbeauty, Eloquii, Fashionnova and thredUP!. She also does panel speaking, local community partnerships in her city and provides reviews of local eateries as well as beauty hauls, gift guides and sharing tips on fun family activities. We especially love the IG fashion posts she does with her daughter, who is well on her way to being a fashionista herself.
#2: Miguel Rodriguez @migrich_29
This big and tall model burst onto the scene a few months ago when he was a part of the #WeAreBigAndTall campaign, created by fellow model Darnel Ghramm. That campaign has led to him becoming a major influencer with his elevated street style that has a luxe but fun vibe. His website will be launching in a few weeks and he plans to do more influencer work to show more fashion diversity within the Big and Tall industry.
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#3: Alicia Young @apyblog
With many brands now extending their sizes beyond 24, it’s always amazing to see more bloggers of these sizes emerging onto the scene and Alicia is one of them. Based in Atlanta, she’s 1/3 of the blogger sisterhood The Fluffy Girl Tribe and has modeled for designer Elle Dove’s Lorenza James brand. She wears crop tops and other styles that break all kinds of fashion rules and she slays on a daily basis. We also love how she speaks candidly about mental health, chronic pain and infertility.
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#4: Kavah King @gentlemenscurb
Kavah has been on the scene for some time now and has established his blog as the go-to for fashion, lifestyle and fitness for the big and tall man. He has also become a major influencer on Instagram, working for brands such as MVP Collections, Dr Martens, Boohoo Man, Big Fig Mattress and The Winston Box. He was also recently featured in the Adoration campaign showing that beauty comes in all shapes and sizes.
#5: Nadynem Ortiz @nadynem
This Puerto Rico-based blogger and influencer has so much fun with fashion and shows how she does it on a budget! We love her fun girly style and how she is not afraid to wear bold colors and mix prints and patterns. She also features beauty and accessories too.
#6: Frank @franknthecity
This Howard grad student is a YouTuber who is passionate about speaking to body positivity and doing activist work while looking fabulous. His style is fun and breaks gender barriers, showing that fashion is for everyone so wear what you love. He walked the runway for @nationalcurvesday last fall and continues to become a major influencer in the big and tall industry.
#7: Laurel Dickman @laureldickmanwrites
Laurel has written for major media outlets such as Ravishly and Huffington Post and still continues to be a freelance writer always pushing the message of body positivity and acceptance. However, she has also become an influencer in the plus size industry, tapping into a plus size style segment that doesn’t get much attention… the plus size boho/vintage world. She recently started Bopo Boho on Instagram encouraging fellow plus size boho babes to use the hashtag to be reposted. And of course, we are loving her Stevie Nicks vibe. Yes!
#8: Cassie @stylecassentials
This petite curvy blogger believes fashion is for every body and she pushes the message of body positivity in her posts and blog. She’s infamous for her OOTDs (Outfit of the Day posts) and we love how she tries new styles and pushes herself out of her comfort zone.
#9: Charl @gingergirlsays
Charl’s feed makes us want to travel around the world, wearing fabulous clothes and eating great food. Her imagery is beautiful and we want all her accessories! Let’s not even talk about that gorgeous red hair of hers. She doesn’t let her size stop her from living life to the fullest and we can’t wait to see where she travels to next and what she’ll wear.
#10: Jeffrey-Thomas @fshnicn
This style influencer calls himself a “Menswear Enthusiast” and when you check out his Instagram feed, you’ll see why. He knows how to wear a suit flawlessly and his streetwear looks are always on point. We love how polished and clean his aesthetic is, showing that big and tall men can be stylish and dapper too!
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#11: Seth Martino @freshtoseth
Seth is new to the influencer world and has already become a brand ambassador for The Winston Box, collaborated with fellow big and tall male influencer Kavah King (on this list) and just announced that he will be modeling during Full Figured Fashion Week in New York City next month. Yes!
#12: Mia @infatstyle
This German blogger not only has great style but her curated IG feed gives us a look into her life as a mom and wife who loves fashion, while oozing confidence and sending out positive messages to her followers to love themselves at any size.
#13: Ryan Dziadul @extraextrastyle
Ryan’s style is preppy with a city vibe and his imagery is so amazing, showcasing him around the streets of New York City. We love how he puts an emphasis on the little details in his looks and we get the feeling that his bag and shoe collections are massive. He was recently featured on Chubstr and we can’t wait to see what’s next for Ryan.
#14: Virginie Grossat @virginiegrossat
This French plus size beauty is giving us Amy Winehouse vibes and we are here for all of it! She features her love for accessories, big hair and food on her IG feed, with this air of fun and confidence that just sucks you in.
#15: Francis Lee @francisleebaker4
Based in Kentucky, Francis not only talks to fashion and style, but also grooming. He also shares his favorite foods and places to eat, as well as other lifestyle topics. He’s already worked with brands such as Timex, So Sleep, Thrive Market, OBC Kitchen, SkinForum and others. We love how diverse his IG feed is, while maintaining a cohesive look at his life in fashion, wellness and style.
Who are your favorite influencers from this list? Will you be following them all? Follow us on Instagram @plusmodelmag and let us know!
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These 7 Body Positive Advocates Share Their Thoughts On Loving Yourself More in 2020
New Year, New (Improved) You…
That’s usually the consensus at this time of the year, with many of us now trying to follow those resolutions we made on New Year’s Eve. A new year means an opportunity to start anew.
We’re all on the same journey but at different places within that journey. Some of us are still struggling with self-confidence and love, and we hope the New Year brings you more peace of mind, love and happiness for yourself and others.
Photos, Michael Poley of Poley Creative for AllGo
We’ve now entered a new decade and it’s the perfect moment to inspire you to look ahead feeling empowered as you continue your journey.
In the spirit of inspiration, we reached out to 7 body positive advocates in the plus-size world to offer their advice on loving yourself more in the new year:
#1: Zach Miko – IMG’s first Brawn model
“In 2020, see things for how they truly are and break every negative feeling down. Feel bad about how you look today? Why? What don’t you like about your body? Who told you that part of your body is wrong? Who stands to profit from you feeling that way? How many of your insecurities were placed there by someone trying to sell you something? How many hurt people are lashing out because of their own institutionalized insecurity?
The small box of what is considered beautiful was built by people making money off your pain. But real beauty isn’t limited; beauty is individuality and diversity. You are beautiful now, and you have always been beautiful. Don’t let an antiquated system trying to profit off breaking your spirit blind you to that. This year, have 2020 vision.”
#2: Deb Malkin – Certified Massage Therapist & Movement Specialist for Every Body
“My advice for loving yourself in 2020 and beyond is to cut yourself a break. If you’re a recovering perfectionist like me, know that perfectionism is a total lie. The best thing in life is to try everything, fail a lot, be kind to yourself and lean into joy whenever possible. Life is short and there are no gold stars for doing anything perfectly, which includes loving our bodies. Don’t worry about getting it right!
I learned from life coach Kara Loewentheil that every thought we think someone else is thinking about us is really a thought we are thinking about ourselves. Whoa, my mind exploded when I noticed how often I was imagining other people having (negative) thoughts about my body!
Of course, we’re usually only upset about the negative thoughts. But unless someone is saying those words to your face, our own brains are the source of these thoughts we think they are thinking about us when we are on a date or at the gym or with our family, positive and negative. This is really good news because we can learn how to think new, more useful thoughts.
If we truly want to love ourselves we need to take back the power of how we are thinking about ourselves and not ask society, our loved ones or the person you just met on social media to provide that validation. All human beings are born worthy and deserving of love and this includes you.”
#3: Liz Black – Writer & Blogger at P.S. It’s Fashion
“Try to make 2020 the year of you. After so many years of putting yourself last, put yourself first this year. Stop focusing on what you think society deems acceptable, and wear the things you want to wear now. Give yourself permission to eat what you want, and do it in public. Stop waiting on your weight and go after your dreams – life is too short and before you know it, your future will be your past!”
#4: Rob Robinson, Big & Tall Model
“Acceptance… Attention… Appreciation… everyone wants a piece of each but are failing to see no one will love you more than yourself. Build on ‘you’ in 2020 and focus on making yourself happy. Treat your body and mind like an ‘Instagram Like’ and ‘Heart’ it every day!”
#5: Ashley Carter – Blogger at FabEllis
“The advice I am constantly giving to others, and reminding myself of, is that comparison is the thief of joy. To truly love yourself, honor who you are by not comparing yourself to others, embrace your gifts and accept your flaws. When you compare yourself, you are not honoring the amazing gift you bring to this earth. Be mindful of who and what you follow, set boundaries and unfollow anyone who makes you feel compelled to compare or feel less than or unworthy.”
#6: LaShawn Deangelo Millner, Fashion Designer/Owner of Designs by Deangelo
“Stay true to you because you are worth it. Remember that in 2020 and beyond. Don’t follow trends, set them. Love yourself like your life depends on it. Know that it’s okay to say ‘No’ and okay to some ‘ME’ time, because you’re no good to yourself or anyone else if you’re not at your best. Last but not least, find your purpose and ride it until the wheels fall off. There’s nothing more satisfying than knowing exactly why you exist.”
#7: Faith Costa, Plus Size Model (Bicoastal Mgmt) & Artist
“2020 is the start of a new decade. A time to reinvest in yourself and dive headfirst into pure self-love and care. It’s going to take some time and effort though, so don’t be too hard on yourself. You are worth every bit of it. This year, take steps to challenge yourself with radical self-love. Take the time to start your day with positive affirmations and beautiful short term and long term goals. Force time for yourself, your hobbies and your mental health. You are a work of art that is always changing. Be aware of that, acknowledge your strengths and needs. Self-love is learned through practice. Let 2020 be the year self-care thrives so that your self-love can blossom.”
We, here at PMM, wish our readers a happy and safe New Year as well as an amazing 2020! Here’s to loving yourself more and living life fully!
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