Finding inspiration for this week’s post was a bit difficult. I admit that when I first started this blogging thing I had fears of running out of things to write about. Each time I post something I hope it is […]

Like everything in life, there are numerous opinions regarding what is wrong with the plus-size fashion industry. There are those who believe there aren’t enough clothing options available to us nor are […]

Sometimes I wonder if I live in a mental bubble. I say this because I tend to disagree with the masses more often than not – and this trend holds true with my thoughts on the term “plus-size.” The phrase is d […]

Over the past few weeks I have been focusing on personal betterment by identifying my issues. I’ve mentioned on numerous occasions that it is my desire to inspire and encourage others through the words that I w […]

“Sticks and stones may break my bones, but words will never hurt me” is one of the biggest lies ever told. I learned to use the phrase in hopes to combat the hurtful words of children. I recall reciting the abo […]

Don’t get me wrong, I am all for expression and sharing opinions – I do it too. But, I just don’t get a lot of the so-called plus-size problems. I realize we all have different perspectives on life and exper […]

Summer officially ends on Friday, September 22nd, and soon it will be time for sweaters, jackets and boots.
When it comes to seasonal fashion, fall is my favorite time of year. There is so much versatility in […]

“Don’t be afraid to shine. Your light can encourage someone else to do the same.” – The Buxom Beauty
Last week I attended a training course for work that involved those dreaded “team exercises.” I consider myself […]

From time to time I like to read my blog posts and reflect on the words I’ve written. In some cases I still agree with the thoughts I had during the time I captured them, but there are some where I see how I have […]

Sometimes it is good to reflect on why. The question why can help us arrive at a reason or explanation for several things in life.

There are times when I ponder over why I created this blog and whether I […]

District of Curves has become an awesome vehicle for models, designers, retailers, and bloggers in the Washington, D.C. Metro area, and I had the distinct pleasure of interviewing the founder, Mickey Armstrong. […]

In general, our society has had the tendency to shun “the big girl.” It is true that in recent years we have slowly become a part of mainstream and some avenues of fashion and entertainment have started to emb […]

“No one can make you feel inferior without your consent.” – Eleanor Roosevelt
Why should I be concerned about how another sees me? What will the approval of another provide for me? Will it increase my knowledge? […]

If you have been following the Buxom Beauty on social media, you are already aware of my love for clothes.  A polished and creative outfit puts a pep in my step and a smile on my face.

I really like […]

It has been quite some time since my fingers have touched these keys to write. During my “break” it occurred to me that I started this blog two years ago this month. Which, ignited my thoughts regarding what has […]

Dear Towanda, I am writing to you to encourage you and to let you know you are enough.

Right now you are a junior at Randallstown Senior High School wearing a coat indoors throughout the day because you do not wa […]

“…These things I have spoken unto you, that in me ye might have peace. In the world ye shall have tribulation: but be of good cheer; I have overcome the world.” John 16:33 KJV
There are days when I sit and […]

On January 25, 2017 we lost a television and cultural icon, her name was Mary Tyler Moore. The day she passed I had an interesting conversation with my mother. I can recall my mother talking about how much […]

The plus-size world is making it’s mark in the fashion industry. From growing acceptance of fuller-figured models in mainstream media to the introduction of clothing lines to accommodate the plus size shopper […]

At some point last week I used the hashtag #bodygoals in a post on social media. I’ve used the hashtag before, but for some reason I began to question what it means to me. The peculiar thing about this is, I […]