Shapely Staff 9/30/21 Shapely Staff 9/30/21

Fatty Friendly. Shapely Approved.

The 2021 Fatty Friendly issue serves as a digital guide featuring brands that Shapely has qualified ‘Fatty Friendly, Shapely Approved.’ View the guide today.

Iya Thomas 9/22/21 Iya Thomas 9/22/21

Fatty Friendly

This is one of my favorite issues as it is one of my favorite topics. With a long-standing passion for sharing information about different places and spaces, this issue is jam packed with content and events related to just that.

Iya Thomas 8/31/21 Iya Thomas 8/31/21

Back to… Normal?

For some, it’s back to school season. For others that have been working from home, it’s back to the office. For those of us that missed traveling, it’s back outside which leads me to believe that we are somewhat getting back to... normal?

Iya Thomas 7/31/21 Iya Thomas 7/31/21

We Outside!

The world is opening up and we're pretty excited about it. So much so that we've packed this issue with plenty of travel related content full of tips, hacks and fatty friendly places and spaces.

Iasantewaa Thomas 6/30/21 Iasantewaa Thomas 6/30/21

Every ‘BODY’ deserves wellness.

In previous years, when one thought of the word “wellness,” the image of a plus size body did not come to mind. Now in 2021, with the body positive revolution in full swing, what we envision when we hear certain words are starting to change.

Iasantewaa Thomas 5/31/21 Iasantewaa Thomas 5/31/21

Inclusion and Equity for All

June is a big month here at Shapely. Dubbing myself a Diversity, Equity and Inclusion champion, this issue is jam packed with all things "DE&I." Not only do we amplify the voices of specific groups acknowledging them by name, we are also acknowledging that there are many intersectionalities that make us well, us!

Iya Thomas 4/30/21 Iya Thomas 4/30/21

Thick, Fit and Not Your Average

When you think of the words dancer, athlete, runner and even yoga instructor, what picture comes to mind? Chances are you envision the same body type society has shoved in our faces for ages. Well let’s shake things up a bit.

Iasantewaa Thomas 4/30/21 Iasantewaa Thomas 4/30/21

Fat and Active? Yes You Can!

May is here! While some of us are excited, some of us are dreading the season where the sun is plentiful but clothing is scarce. We’re doing that double-take in the mirror wondering if our bodies are ready for the Summer. I am here to tell you that it sure is!

Iasantewaa Thomas 3/31/21 Iasantewaa Thomas 3/31/21

You Can Do More Than Clean This Spring

Spring has arrived! The cold weather is behind us and I'm looking forward to flowers blooming, birds chirping, and feet moving. We've been stuck in the house for so long, I'm starting to blend in with the furniture.

Iya Thomas 3/31/21 Iya Thomas 3/31/21

7 Spring Cleaning Tips from House to Heart

Spring cleaning is more than just tangible clutter. It may be time to clear your mind, be more concise with your goals, revisit/update your business plan and so much more.

Iasantewaa Thomas 2/28/21 Iasantewaa Thomas 2/28/21

This month is all about Impactful Plus Size Women

March is here and it is one of my favorite months of the year. The weather starts to break and becomes a bit warmer. Snow becomes a thing of the past, we begin planning our Summer fun and it’s Women's History month!

Shay Brooks 9/30/20 Shay Brooks 9/30/20

Green Thumbs for Everyone

Fall is here, the vegetation is green and more establishments are pulling out the all the stops because they had a late start. This holds true for orchards, farms and vineyards; Apple picking, pumpkin picking, and wine tastings are very versatile activities that people from all walks of life can get into.