'The Hills' look is here
By Samantha Thompson Smith, Staff Writer
If you have missed getting your fix lately of Lauren Conrad
and all the drama on the "The Hills," head over
to Gena Chandler in Raleigh's North Hills. >>View
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Valentine’s Day Offers Plus Size Lingerie that is Retro-romantic, 2/01/2008
By Guest Author, Deborah Friedman
"Sexy plus size lingerie is inspired
by the fashions of the 60s, 70s and 80s for Valentine's Day,
2008. Plus Size Plum
chose its new look, a fuchsia babydoll with black ribbon
sash because it's reminiscent of Claudia Cardinale, the smoldering
Italian 60's sex kitten. From my days in the plus size garment
business in Los Angeles in the 80s, I recall fuchsia as being
the most popular hue for casting warmth against a variety
of skin tones. When I saw Cameron Diaz wearing a fuchsia
gown with a large, chunky turquoise necklace this year, I
saw this as a sign of its comeback. Fuchsia is creating a
new legion of fans dazzled by those flattering pinks and
evoking a sense of joy for those who wear it." >>View
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Large and Lovely Site
Former Plus Size Model Deborah Friedman has gone from feeling
pretty in front of the camera to making other plus size
women feel pretty in their unmentionables. "Our plus size lingerie
is designed to celebrate your beautiful curves and accentuate
all those assets." Deborah started Plus Size Plum
in 2007 with the hopes of helping more plus size women
celebrate their
curves and potential through sexy lingerie. Her goal is
to provide "fresh, updated styles, great quality and
outstanding customer service". And in case you're
wondering the adorable name refers to "the sweet,
sexy plum in all of us".
>>View
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Jennifer Hudson on Vogue
Weight continued to be an issue in March when Vogue put plus-size
singer/actress Jennifer Hudson on the cover of what many consider
to be the fashion industry bible, known for its slim cover
models.
"Her image on the cover of Vogue is really a positive
step for the plus-size woman," said Deborah Friedman,
owner of the women's plus-size lingerie Web site, www.Plussizeplum.com,
which is based in Durham. "Just by having her presence
on the cover, it's expressing the fact that just because you
are plus-size doesn't mean you're not into high fashion."
It also sent a message to clothing manufacturers and retailers,
she said.
"If you put us up front and center and promote us in
the slightest, you've built enough momentum to create a loyal
following," Friedman said. "Plus-size women have
never been treated well by retailers and department stores
or by the public at large. That's why the retailers who are
willing to market to them are more successful."
The magazine was part of a larger trend in 2007 of bigger
women being recognized for something other than their size.
For instance, America Ferrera won a Golden Globe in 2007 for
her role as the plump assistant at a fashion magazine in ABC's "Ugly
Betty," and Chandra Wilson, a healthy-sized actress, was
nominated for an Emmy for her role on ABC's "Grey's Anatomy."
Plus Size Plum Review by Meieli
Sawyer
Sizing at Plus Size Plum is very generous,
and that’s great for those of us with larger busts
and midsections who may not be the perfect hourglass shape.
Don’t let that stop you: babydolls in soft chiffon
dance around your midsection but still show off the tiniest
glimpse.
Quality
Plus Size Plum lingerie is fun and inexpensive, and most likely
will be used on special occasions. Given my experience with
Plus Size Plum, I’d say that it will hold up well with
expected use and handwashing, as you would do with all undergarments. >>View
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10 Plus-Size Holiday Gifts by Meieli Sawyer
Do
you need to find gifts under $30 for a plus-size female
and you don't know where to start looking? Check out
these 10 gift selections to get you started. >>View
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Sexy Undies. . . and a New Blog?!
I really recommend that you
check out these new holiday lingerie pieces over at one
of my favorite lingerie sources, Plus Size Plum. It’s
a little naughty, very luxurious, and just what we need
when the temperatures start to drop.
I was also pretty excited to see that Deborah Friedman of
Plus Size Plum also has a new blog to record her announcements
and interesting plus size insights! I really recommend checking
in from time to time to see what’s going on. Right now,
I love this post about Self-Esteem
for Plus-Size women.
Pretty pieces in plus sizes
"Deborah Friedman is like so many women in the fashion
business these days.
When she couldn't find what she wanted in stores, she decided
to sell it herself. In June, Friedman opened Plussizeplum.com,
a Durham-based Web site selling better lingerie for larger
women.
Friedman, a former fit model and fashion writer, says she's
not surprised by the traffic already coming to the site. The
plus-size market is ripe for new retailers, especially those
selling better quality merchandise that's not always easy to
find in Triangle stores.
"I just found that people who are in the business, they
don't really understand what the customers are looking for," she
says. "This site was a result of my frustration."
Friedman said she has "cherry-picked" the best of
what's on the market. She's a picky shopper herself, she says,
so her merchandise has to be soft and well-made, something
she knows that plus-size women appreciate."
>>View
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PRETTIER AND PRETTIER
"Plus size clothing is becoming big business (terrible pun intended).
Which is good! For too many years there were too few choices
for ladies
of a certain size who wanted to look stylish and sexy. One
of the companies leading the market in providing quality apparel
is Plus Size Plum." >>View
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Plus Size Plum Opens Online Offering High-End Plus Size Lingerie
"Plus Size Plum launched its website based on the concept that plus size
women desire a high-end shopping experience similar to a European-style boutique.
The company's goal is to offer trendy styles that can be worn in or out of the
bedroom.
Plus Size Plum's owner, Deborah Friedman carefully selected
styles drawn from the Paris and New York runways. As a former
plus size model with a garment industry background, she chose
only the softest fabrics with lycra, support, lift and perfect
fit.
With competitive prices, personalized customer service and
a beautiful gift wrap presentation, Plussizeplum.com creates
the ultimate online shopping event for the sexy, stylish BBW." >>View
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Plus Size Plum Interview with Meieli Sawyer
Q: How did Plus Size Plum start?
A: “After all these years of being plus size, I feel
like I know what works and what doesn't. And, I also know what
feels best. I like luxury and I want lingerie to feel luxurious,
soft, sensual.
Plus Size Plum is […] the result of my experiences in
high end retail- at Tiffany's (NY)and Hammacher Schlemmer.
My years in the garment industry as a plus size Rep (Delphis
Designs, Club De France, Judith and Co.) and Merchandiser (Fresh
Ideas).” >> View
Complete Interview Here
New Plus-Size Lingerie Shop
"My discovery of the weekend came about when
I was looking for some new summery lingerie. Plus Size Plum
has sizes up to 6X and stocks all the lingerie based on European
designs. I love all the daring colors, deep v-necks and lots
of layered lace. Plus Size Plum reminds me of another Frederick's
of Hollywood, but with targeted pieces just for the plus-size
customer." >>View
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Fat Chic » Plus Size
Plum There's a New Lingerie Source in Town
"Plus Size Plum, a new lingerie source, has opened for business. They offer
the usual lingerie fare - babydolls and thigh highs, with sizing up to 28W. Pricing
ranges from $30 - $100, and there are a few cute innovations in lingerie, and
bonus, their plus models are actually plus sized." >>View
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