How Can We Show Up For Plus Size Men?
Join some of your favorite fellas Juan, Yancy, Oshuan, Chris and Theo, for an intimate and real conversation as they discuss everything from feeling underrepresented as plus size men to what they need and want from women.
There is nothing better than a refreshing drink, especially this time of year.
It is officially summer! With some traveling plans on hold, it’s nice to find ways to escape reality.
We’re Celebrating Juneteenth and you should too!
Today we commemorate the end of slavery. Did you know that in 1776 the US became independent from England however Black Americans were not emancipated until 87 years later.
National Best Friends Day
June 8th celebrates National Best Friends Day, a day to honor that one special person you call your best friend. This day is a time to show them how much you appreciate them; how special and important they are to you and how you cherish their friendship.
How Can White People Support POC Through Racial Injustice
With all that's going on in the world we felt it our duty to provide our non POC (People of Color) counterparts, most of whom may not be familiar with the sensitives of POC, a guide to a better understanding of how to support them though racial injustices.
How Can Businesses Support POC Through Racial Injustice
To fully understand this post and receive the most from it, you first have to acknowledge that racism exists. Once you’ve acknowledged that, grab a pen and paper because there will be plenty to jot down. After you’ve watched this video show it to your colleagues, your staff and even independent contractors.
How To Date a Fat Girl!
We’ve all been there, you’re excited about your date, you get dress and muster up ever ounce of confidence you have. For a plus size person, eating in from of someone else whether they’re average size or plus size can be daunting.
Eating Right During Quarantine
The United Nations’ World Food Progamme nutritionists are offering 7 healthy tips on what to eat and what to avoid while we’re on quarantine.
Shapely’s Art Director, Latoya Burris Shares Her Black History Impact
We are wrapping up our Black History Month series with our very own Art Director, Latoya Burris. Who is impacting the plus size community by educating everyone on branding.
Black and Plus Size People and Brands You Should Support This Black History Month
We’re in love with Brushes & Berries
This past weekend the Shapely girls were invited to the grand opening of the painting and crafting studio, Brushes & Berries. This studio has easy access, a great deal of parking and plenty of ambiance.
New Year. Best You.
Life can be fun and beautiful but it also comes with hurdles and challenges. 2019 was a very difficult year for me but I found the most important thing I needed to do was to focus on my mental health and overall wellness. What does wellness mean to you?
Grab Your Friends & Family’s Attention With A Vertical Engagement Party Invite
Getting married? Well congratulations to you and your partner! Planning a wedding is an arduous deal for a regular sized person but to a person of size it can be even more challenging. Besides choosing a date, a place, photographer and other services, we also have to struggle with finding right dress and tuxedo. You also have to get your invitations out to your friends and family so that they can join you on the big day.
Tia Jackson is Encouraging Women to Challenge the Beauty Standard
We are still featuring plus size and Black business owners. This week we are proud to introduce you to fashionista and boutique owner, Tia Jackson. See how she is making an impact as a member of the plus size community.
New Year New You? No! New Year Better You!
Here at Shapely Events we would like to stress the fact that we enjoy each and every one of our supporters and don't want to focus on creating a new you, but instead focus on improving on the awesome you that already exists. We all have things we can improve upon, goals we would like to achieve, and we have included a couple of articles in this email we hope will inspire you to do just that.
2017 Cocoa Beach BBW Bash… What You Missed!
See how the annual Cocoa Beach BBW Bash sets the standard.
Busch Gardens Williamsburg: A Plus-size Friendly Amusement Park
Amusement Parks and all the fun that come along with them can be a great thing to get into this summer. You can do it as a road trip, a girl’s trip, or as a family outing. If you're like me, you find yourself hesitant because you don't know if you can fit in all the rides or you're hesitant to wait until you get all the way there to even try.
Eff Your Beauty Standards
You have to love plus-size model, Tess Holliday's kick ass attitude. If you don't know who she is then allow me to introduce you to the biggest model ever signed by a top agency (UK-based MILK). However, that was in January of this year and now Tess is shaking up social media through her #EffYourBeautyStandards hashtag that she created when dealing with online bullies who would trash her images.
5 Misconceptions of Dating a “Fat” Person.
Sometimes it can seem like a person is interested in you but will not make the first step. Other times you're wondering why things never go past flirting. The fact of the matter is that so many people have the worst misconceptions about dating someone who just so happens to be plus sized. Society's generalizations about who we are can have such a negative impact on how some people who have never interacted with us, perceive us.
Be perfect for yourself this Valentine’s Day
If you want to challenge yourself further, take part in our fun #selfishlove challenge. This Valentine's Day we want you to join us in the ultimate selfish love fest. Share with us on Facebook, how you selfishly loved being you. It can be anything from taking yourself out on a spa day to writing something positive to yourself. Simply post your selfish deed on our Facebook page, tag us @shapelyevents using the hashtag #selfishlove .
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