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Plus Size Social Network just for us!

Posted by Oeaster on July 29, 2009 at 2:23am

Hello,My name is Olivia. I am the owner of bbwcommunity.com it is a social network for plus size women and our admirers, friends, and family. It is a website very similar to myspace but it is owned and operated by a Plus Size Woman.I am hoping that everyone takes the time to come to the website and join. It is free no gimmicks and no hassles. It is still getting itself off the ground so bare with me as I make improvements and make it the best plus size social network on the net.I will also be having functions outside the internet so I hope you take time and attend them if they are in a city near you.Peace and Blessings,Oliviahttp://www.bbwcommunity.com

Big Gyrl Contest Winner Update!

Posted by Lipstick Killers Collection on July 9, 2009 at 7:29pm

Congratulations goes out to...Niya GeorgeShe is our Apr-Jun Big Gyrl Quarterly contest winner.Visit biggyrlclothing.com Fab Tab page to see this plus diva doing her thang!Thanks for all the beautiful ladies that sent in picturesand please remember that you are consideredevery month until you win.Next deadline isSept 30, 2009 1159PM ESTGood luck!Big Gyrl Clothing, IncFashion for the Urban Plus Womanwww.biggyrlclothing.comtwitter.com/biggyrlclothingmyspace.com/biggyrlclothinginc

Models Plus International introduces the MPI365 Affilate program.

Posted by Rickey on February 22, 2009 at 7:29am

Now you can be part of the Plus Size modeling industry. MPI is one of the industry leaders for plus size models, headquarted in Phoenix AZ.Now, anyone who would like to be involved with the plus size industry can now acquire a no cost affiliate program offered by Models Plus InternationalModels Plus International is one of five , licensed and bonded, modeling agency in the southwest.Models Plus International is the number 1 agency for plus size models in the southwest.Go to http://www.mpi365.orgcontact : Rickey@mpi365.orgjuniques@yahoo.com

What goes on Behind the Scenes for the Modeling Agent

Posted by Rickey on February 26, 2009 at 4:46am

25 FEB 09I want to provide a little insight for you, as to what goes on behind the scenes when as your agent…by Pamela Young ,CEO, MODELS PLUS INTERNATIONAL LLCWWW.MPI365.ORGI want to provide a little insight for you, as to what goes on behind the scenes when as your agent, I am booking modeling/acting jobs. As you are probably aware by now, MPI is the largest and most successful model and talent booking agency in the Southwestern United States of America, representing Plus-sizes for PRINT MEDIA, FASHION, RUNWAY, TV AND FILM PROECTS.WE ARE LICENSED AND BONDED AS AN EMPLOYMENT AGENCY.To help you put that into prospective, or to help you better understand, exactly, what it is we do, when we go to work booking modeling/acting jobs for you, think of it like this.Models Plus International, is just like an employment agency, again we are licensed and bonded as an employment agency, the only difference is when you think employment agency you think of filling temp positions on a clerical staff, at MPI we provide "temp positions" in the Entertainment Industry.First of all , we have 14 years of positioning and placement of ourselves as leaders in the Entertainment industry for providing quality plus people! So we are literally at the fingertips, in any resource guide or internet directory, for any client in the Entertainment industry who needs to hire Plus sizes, for their projects.Therefore, our day might start out with a phone call from a client who simpy says, "WE ARE LOOKING FOR 4 OR 5 MODELS, SIZES 12-18, FOR OUR BRIDAL EXPO BEING HELD AT THE MAGIC SHOW IN LAS VEGAS."That's when the excitement begins, I pull out a form known as a "Booking Assignment Form", this way after all the blanks are filled in, I pretty much know what this client wants and which of my Models/Actors to call, to hopefully fill the position.I go on to ask the client, the dates, the times, the locations, the job description, and exactly what is expected of the model/talent to make the booking assignment a complete success! I make it goal to become a friends with this client, so they will call MPI the next time they need anything in the entertainment industry. We have serveral clients who come to Phoenix each year, several times a year and call MPI, such as Catherine's Department Stores, Torrid, The Avenue, Fashion Bug, Dress Barn, just to name a few.Additionally, If travel is involved, most of the time, I persuade the client to pay the airfare. There have been a couple of times, however, THEY WILL NOT PAY THE AIRFARE BUT THEY AGREE TO PAY DOUBLE THE RATE I WOULD HAVE ASKED! SO THEN, THE AGENCY PAYS FOR THE AIRFARE AND WILL REIMBURSE THEMSELVES OUT OF THE MODELS PAY. ALL OF THIS IS DISCUSSED WITH THE MODEL.Once the terms are agreed upon, I BEGIN TO CALL MY MODELS (this is why it is imperative to keep your phone number & all information current with your Agent)! and hope I can find a MATCH! IF I CANNOT, I BEGIN TO ADVERTISE, LOOKING FOR THE MODEL WHO CAN FILL THIS POSITION.More times than not, WE ARE SUCCESSFUL and fill the position, (The client has the final say in choosing the Model/Actor). Once that's done, WE CALL THAT A WIN, WIN SITUATION. THE CLIENT WINS, THE AGENCY WINS AND THE MODEL WINS!These client phone calls, emails or walk-ins, happen as few as 4 times a day, and as many as 10 times a day, depending on the season. For example Summer time in Arizona leads to very few calls for outdoor magazine photo shoots, or TV/Film projects for that matter (which is why we encourage you to update your photos and enroll in training workshops during the Summer, so you can be ready for "Job Bookings" in the upcoming season).It's During the Fall and Spring seasons, some Magazines, shoot all of their catalog layouts for the rest of the year, in Arizona, because it may be and most likely is, snowing in their city!I sincerely hope this helps you see a different side of the business!Best Wishes,Pamela A. YoungCheck out www.mpi365.org Where Plus Size People Have Plus Size Fun

How do I wear that trend…big purses

Posted by Ashia R. Sims on November 17, 2008 at 10:53pm

As it stands, the large purse trend is not going away any time soon. Women seem to really enjoy the opportunity to wear a large fabulous bag and include all of their fabulous necessities in it. Now, you have to be careful when you venture into the large purse territory. Not everyone can just go out and buy a large purse and look fabulous with it. There must be some things taken into consideration when purchasing a large purse.1. Wearability. When you see the purse, try it on. Put it on your shoulder or arm the way you typically wear a purse and see how it looks. A purse should compliment you. It shouldn’t make you look heavy or dwarf you.2. Ease of use. Before you buy the purse, check it out. Look inside and see if there are compartments, zippers or hidden spaces inside the purse. Make sure you can fully operate the purse before you leave the store. One thing about larger purses is that they may have more contraptions than small purses. Don’t get home with that fabulous purse and not be able to use it to its fullest. Large bags should be utilized fully!3. Weight. If you tend to put a lot of stuff in your purse, you may not want one that is heavy while it’s empty. Be realistic about the weight of the purse. Don’t give yourself back problems by carrying around a heavy purse.Those are just a few things to keep in mind when joining the big purse trend. I am a fan of the large purses myself but I have to be careful not to get a purse that will add extra volume to me. If you are ever in doubt, put it down and walk out. Don’t buy something you’re not totally sure about. Yes that rhymes!www.cluelessfashionista.comFashion clues for the everyday fashionista

Big Gyrl of the Month Contest

Posted by Lipstick Killers Collection on May 13, 2008 at 2:55am

Hello Ladies!! Every month BGC crowns a plus size diva as the "Big Gyrl of the Month" and the next deadline is May 31, 2008 1159PM EST. The winner receives bragging rights, myspace.com blast, email blast, your picture posted on biggyrlclothing.net for two months, a free gift, free shipping for the entire month on all orders no matter how big or small, and other fabulous prizes. To enter, submit a full body or at least 3/4 length body picture of yourself in your flyest outfit, via email to biggyrlclothing@yahoo.com. You can send up to 3 pictures at a time. If you do not win, do not fret because your picture is considered every month until you do win! So start your modeling career with us and send us those photos! We will also be featuring very soon, a "how she rocked it" page. It will include our own personal army of plus size models and fashionistas who put their own spin to something they purchased from us. For example if you bought the Camel Swirl shirt from us and we rocked it with jeans, you send us a picture of you rocking it the Camel Swirl top with a dark brown big belt and matching pumps, Fierce! That's showing your inner diva and that is what we want to bring out in the curvy women of the world today. Do you think you have what it takes to be a model for BGC? Well, if you purchased an item from us, you already made the first step towards the new you, confident, sexy, and a model, tell those haters to fall back because a diva is coming through! Dress, Live, and Walk like everyday you are on the runway. Stay beautiful and blessed!

Cushions Doll of the Month

Posted by Club Cushions LLC on April 3, 2008 at 6:08am

Join the Club Cushions Movement... Win a Club Cushions T-shirt and more... Book Mark www. clubcushions. comWE're baaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaackEach month you will have a chance to be Cushions Doll of the month..Show why you are proud and confident to be a sexy plus size woman!!!!Here is what you have to do..... Each month you will summit a Youtube video(no longer then 2 minutes or slide show) marked ClubCushions. Com Cushions Doll of the Month Contest Entry, stating why you are proud to be a plus size woman, and why you should be cushions doll of the month.... the top 10 videos will then be posted on the main club cushions site and here on myspace to be voted on! The winner will get there very own official Retro Club Cushions T-shirt and their very own spotlight front page on www. clubcushions. com.... Summit your videos now for the month of MAY top spot!!!!!!!Please keep this clean and respectfulWe are also looking for state rep to jump start this Club Cushions movement!!for more info please email at info@clubcushions.com

VOTE for Kelle on www.bigshotlive.com

Posted by Kelle Jolly on February 25, 2008 at 10:19pm

Kelle Jolly has invited you to join Big Shot Live!Kelle Jolly NEEDS your votes to go to Hollywood!Big Shot Live is the first-ever national online talent search that gives one person, every day, the chance to audition in front of a Hollywood powerbroker for entertainment industry opportunities ranging from a guest role on a TV show or in a movie, to a model in a commercial advertisement or dancer in a music video.Whether you want to be a fan and vote for your friends and favorites, or be part of the talent search for your chance at Hollywood, come join us!Here is my profile at Big Shot Live:http://www.bigshotlive.com/js/userp.php?userid=25831

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