swimwear

“Falling in Love with Lace” by Empress Lingerie

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As an aspiring model in the plus size industry, I never thought that my vision and dream of designing sultry, classic, yet modern lingerie pieces would come to fruition, but it certainly has…and in a grand way.  “Falling in Love with Lace” by Empress Lingerie debuted on the runway of Curvy Closets Plus Size Fashion Showcase on September 1st, in Philadelphia, PA and to my surprise was well received by many.  From that point on my head was spinning and eager to work with my fabulous team to bring my vision to life.  My overall goal, with this line and shoot was to introduce pieces that were timeless and classic, with a punch of contemporary funk.  With each look we sought to step outside the box, while playing up on some of the seasonal trends, be it leather, lace and/or color.  Check out some of the teasers from yesterday’s shoot.

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Special Thanks to our “Dream Team”:

Models: Ashley Edwards and Kirby Cernosek

Mua, Hair and Wardrobe Stylist: Corrinn Lichet (The Fuller Figure)

Photographer: Beth Revere-Lincoln (Empire Photography)

Designer: Domonique Revere-Lincoln (Empress Lingerie)

Seaside Style for EVERY Size!

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Summer brings with it hot nights, family barbecues, and lots and lots of skin.  Swimsuits are essential to anyone’s summer wardrobe, but finding the perfect one takes time and trial and error. Here are several tips and tricks any woman can use to ensure she looks and feels like a million bucks, while laying out by the pool and/ot strutting her stuff on the beach.  And the best part…it won’t cost a small fortune.

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  1. Choose a swimsuit that flatters your body shape.  Women with large breasts should wear a suit with underwire in the bra and those with larger hips may want to opt for a suit with a higher cut in the hips to help accentuate your curves.
  2. Play with prints!  They help to camouflage those trouble stops, while adding some color and fun to your summertime style.
  3. Prepare your skin for a day in the swimsuit.  Exfoliate to provide a natural glow and ALWAYS wear sunscreen.
  4. Eat a light breakfast filled with energy-boosting foods, such as fruit and yogurt and drink TONS of water.  Avoid heavy or salty foods, like eggs or bacon, as these will cause bloating that will not only make you look bigger but will also make you feel more run-down.
  5. Wear beach accessories that will draw attention to your most attractive parts. Large necklaces draw attention to your bustline, while sarongs help to show off that mid-section that you’ve been working on all winter.
  6. Stand up straight and walk with your chest slightly outward. This will make you seem taller, give you a more attractive line and help you exude confidence no matter what bathing suit you are in.