7 Curve Bloggers Who Will Inspire You to Live Your Best Life in 2018
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The average American woman is a size 16, according to a 2016 study published in the International Journal of Fashion Design, Technology and Education. And data suggest that 67 percent of American women wear size 14-plus. Fortunately, the fashion industry is way more inclusive than it was even just a few years ago. Curve people of all genders have plenty of role models to look to for fashion inspiration online.
It's thrilling to see so many curve folks owning who they are and wearing clothes that show off their confidence. As a curve writer who's worked in creative offices, I've often been intimidated when thinking about how fashion trends would look on my own body. But these curve fashion bloggers prove that you can have great style at any size — and rules about wearing things that are "flattering" are totally a thing of yesteryear.
Whether you're into casual denim looks, bright colors and patterns, or vintage-inspired clothes, there are curve bloggers out there whose styles you'll love following. Getting dressed and building outfits should be fun, no matter what size you are, and it's great to see more and more people are recognizing that fact.
Essie Golden
Who she is: Golden has quickly built a name for herself through her blog, EssieGolden.com, and her outfits are just as inspiring as her name implies. Golden also has an impressive 159,000 followers on her Instagram account, @EssieGolden.
Why you should follow her: From horizontal stripes to wide-leg pants, Golden's stunning outfits are a reminder that curve people can pull off trendy pieces just as well as anyone else can.
Bethany Rutter
Who she is: Rutter's website, BethanyRutter.com, includes plenty of fashion and beauty inspiration, making it a one-stop shop for all your style needs. Rutter also has more than 15,000 followers on her Instagram account, @bethany_rutter.
Why you should follow her: If you like wearing colorful clothes and bold accessories, you'll love Rutter's style. From printed dresses to dark lipstick to fuzzy pink jackets, Rutter's looks are never dull. And on Instagram, she shares photos of Insta-worthy food and landscapes, in addition to serving fierce beauty and fashion looks.
Stephanie Yeboah
Who she is: Yeboah's blog is called Nerd About Town, but there's nothing nerdy about her fashion sense. There's a reason she has more than 15,000 Instagram followers!
Why to follow her: If you love women who tell it like it is, you'll love Yeboah's blog posts. Whether she's decrying SEO keywords or talking about Joanne the Scammer, Yeboah's blog posts are just as entertaining as her outfits.
Ragini R.
Who she is: A lover of vintage clothing — hence her blog's adorable name, A Curious Fancy — Ragini knows that classic style works at any size. Her more than 17,000 Instagram followers would agree, too!
Why to follow her: If you love vintage-inspired styles, Ragini's outfits will be an endless source of inspiration for you. She also shares beautiful lifestyle photography — think pretty strawberries, candles, and flowers — on her Instagram account.
Michael-Anthony Spearman
Who he is: Body-positive blogging isn't just for women. Spearman, a Detroit-based designer and stylist, always looks dapper on his blog, The Big Fashion Guy. His Instagram account, @thebigfashionguy, boasts more than 32,000 followers.
Why to follow him: If you love put-together menswear looks, Spearman's feed will be an endless source of inspiration.
Kellie Brown
Who she is: There's a reason Brown's Instagram account, @itsmekellieb, has 44,000 Instagram followers and counting. Her blog, And I Get Dressed, covers everything from fashion and beauty to travel, with concrete advice along the way.
Why to follow her: Brown offers tips on everything from Valentine's Day dressing to practicing self-care. And that's in addition to the endless amount of stylish photos she shares that feature awesome outfits.
CeCe Olisa
Who she is: Olisa is a cofounder of CurvyCon, an annual event that was held during New York Fashion Week last year. The gathering featured a runway show, discussion panels, and a keynote address delivered by This Is Us star Chrissy Metz. A quick scroll through Olisa's blog and Instagram feed — she has more than 40,000 followers — will show why she is quickly becoming a style and fitness icon.
Why to follow her: On her blog, Olisa lists her motto as "Don't wait on your weight to live the life you want," and we couldn't agree more. She has shared posts about topics like exercising without weight loss as a goal. No one is confident all the time, but reading Olisa's honest posts can inspire anyone to be confident in their own skin.