As much as I love a bold print and a great swing dress, sometimes you want something a little more whimsical. A little more romantic. A little more "main character walking through a garden" energy. And when that mood strikes, there is one brand that immediately comes to mind: JessaKae. If you've never seen their dresses before, prepare yourself. They're gorgeous. The kind of dresses that make you stop scrolling. The kind of dresses that make you immediately start imagining oc

There is something magical about a matching set. Maybe it's because it looks effortlessly put together. Maybe it's because someone else already did the hard work of coordinating the outfit. Or maybe it's because every time I wear one, I feel like I have my life together—even when I absolutely do not. Whatever the reason, I love a matching set. And honestly, I wish I had embraced them sooner. For years, I thought matching sets weren't for me. As a plus-size woman, I worried th

Every now and then, you stumble across a place that feels special from the moment you walk through the door. For me, that place is Oasis at the Mill. Not far from downtown Winston-Salem. It's one of those rare spaces that immediately makes you feel welcome. The atmosphere is warm, inviting, and thoughtfully curated in a way that encourages you to slow down and simply enjoy being there. Of course, the tea is incredible. Whether you're a longtime tea enthusiast or just beginnin

Let's get one thing straight: As a millennial, I will probably always own a pair of skinny jeans. They survived the side-part debates, the Gen Z fashion critiques, and countless trend cycles. At this point, they're practically part of my personality. But owning skinny jeans doesn't mean I'm restricted to them. For years, I thought it did. I was convinced that wide-leg pants were not for me. In my mind, they would make my legs look huge. I pictured myself looking like I had tr

When I was younger, I thought I would have figured it all out by now. I thought my 30s would arrive with answers. Confidence. Certainty. The perfect career. The perfect relationship. The perfect body. Especially the body. For years, I treated my weight like a temporary situation. I wasn't fat—I was just fat for now. I assumed that by the time I reached my 30s, I would have become the version of myself I had spent so much time imagining. The thinner version. The after picture.

Can we all agree that finding good plus-size activewear is unnecessarily difficult? Because at this point, I have opinions. Lots of them. The goal of workout clothes is pretty simple. They should stay where you put them. Apparently, that's asking too much. Let's start with leggings. They're either too tight, too loose, too short, or they slowly begin their descent toward your knees the second you start moving. If they're not sliding down...They're rolling down. And there is n

I have a confession to make. I'm just not a necklace person. I've tried. I really have. I own a nice little collection that I keep telling myself I'll wear more often. But every time I put one on, the same thing happens. It starts irritating my skin. Or I get hot and suddenly it's sticking to me. Or it twists around backward every five minutes. Or somehow it finds its way into my hair and creates a tiny knot that takes half the day to untangle. It's exhausting. Now don't get

There are very few places capable of destroying your confidence faster than a dressing room. And...I think dressing room designers need to answer for their crimes. First, there's the lighting. Who decided fluorescent lighting was the best way to evaluate clothing? I have yet to meet a single human being who looks better under dressing room lighting. The lighting somehow highlights things you didn't even know existed. Suddenly you're noticing shadows, creases, and angles that

I used to wear bodycon dresses all the time in college. Back then, I was smaller. I had what society would probably call the "right kind" of curves. The kind people compliment. The kind that fit neatly into the plus-size fashion narrative that says curves are acceptable—as long as they're in the right places. I never thought twice about putting on a bodycon dress. Then I gained weight. My body changed. My arms got softer. My stomach got rounder. My shape shifted. And somewher

For years, I didn't choose dresses because they were cute. I chose them because they covered something. My legs. My arms. Sometimes both. If a dress was maxi length, even better. If it had three-quarter sleeves? Sold. Not necessarily because I loved the style, but because it checked the boxes I thought it needed to check. Would it hide my legs? Would it cover my arms? Would it make me look smaller? Would it help me blend in? Those were the questions guiding my shopping decisi

If you were to look through old photos of me, you'd probably notice a pattern. Cardigan. Cardigan. Ruana. Cardigan. Different color, same concept. For years, a cardigan was my go-to layer. It didn't matter if it was 95 degrees outside or if I was headed to class, work, church, or dinner. Chances are, I had a cardigan on. At the time, I convinced myself it was because they were practical. And they are. They're versatile. They're comfortable. They go with everything. But if I'm

The Pink Power Suit I recently bought this gorgeous pink set from Torrid, and let me tell you...I feel like an absolute boss in it. Now, according to traditional fashion advice, it probably isn't the most "flattering" outfit I own. It's not cut to hug every curve. It doesn't cinch my waist to perfection. It isn't trying to create the illusion of a smaller body. And honestly? That's exactly why I love it. For so long, I shopped with one goal in mind: finding clothes that made

Qurves Boutique is my Number 1 shopping destination! If you're looking for trendy, size-inclusive fashion and a shopping experience that feels like you're hanging out with friends, this is the place. What truly sets Qurves apart is Liv, the owner. She goes above and beyond for her customers, offering honest fit advice, styling tips, and endless encouragement. Whether you're trying something outside your comfort zone or searching for the perfect outfit, Liv creates a space whe