The March Shapely Six Playlist
It’s Women’s History Month! In honor of that we have some kick ass songs we hope will inspire, empower and liberate.
Why Isn’t My Outerwear Flattering?
I’ve spent a big chunk of money, around $800 or so, trying to find outerwear for my ski trips that would flatter my size and my figure. After trotting through the eastern coast of America, hitting one bunny slope after the next, I’ve tested and tried a variety of brands.
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!
Black Love
Brooks and Toya get together to discuss Black love and the importance of seeing examples of these relationships within our community.
Mind Blowing Valentine’s Day Fails
What’s your dream Valentine’s Day? Tune in to this conversation for our honest and candid discussion on Valentine’s Day fails and much more.
The February Shapely Six Playlist
It’s the month of all things love. Whether you’re celebrating Cupid’s day with your squad or your boo, we have some form fitting songs for you.
How to Care for Dread Locks
I have been “loc’d” for two years now. January 2021 made my two-year anniversary! Since locking my hair I’ve only had them professionally done three times. Take a peek at how I care for my locs.
7 Ways to DIY your Galentine’s Day
Valentine’s day is right around the corner. With some of us single, myself included, we may be looking for alternative ways to celebrate.
It’s All Love
January was a month of reflection and it flew by pretty quickly. With that said, we hereby dub February the month of appreciation.
How Self Love is the Best Love with Views from the Six Style Icon
Shapely is in love with fashion and beauty blogger, Louange Mwajuma from the city of Toronto.
Level Up Your Valentine’s Day Dinner
With Valentine’s day right around the corner, some of us haven’t even started planning for our loved ones. With a full blown pandemic still moving about, the safest place my very well be your house.
Shapely TV: It’s All Love
We hear love is in the air. With Cupid flying around with his bow and heart shaped arrows, we touch on how we’ve celebrated V-day in the past, Valentine’s day fails and our dream Valentine’s Day date.
Feeling Influential with Curvy Influencer, Davida Roach
In this episode, we are joined by Davida Roach also known as, @davidasdiary on Instagram to discuss the challenges of being a plus size/curvy lifestyle influencer, domestic violence awareness and body positivity.
Canceling Toxic People and Relationships in 2021
Tune in to another episode of The Weigh-in, as hosts Latoya and Brooks navigate toxic relationships, healthy love, gender roles and expectations.
Five Professional Habits to Leave In 2020
When we think of the New Year, many of us focus on our weight, our home décor and our fiscal goals. However, what about our professional goals? Our professional goals are often overlooked leaving us stuck in the monotony of our dreaded 9-5.
9 Amazing Must Have Items for Your First Ski Trip
The Shapely team decided to put together a list of brands that you may want to bring on your first ski trip.
Discover our Fatshionable Style Icon of the Month, Jessy Parr of Modachrome
Fatshionable is a new feature highlighting a style icon that we think should be on your fashion radar. This month’s Fatshionista is Jessy Parr.
The January Shapely Six Playlist
Tired of the same songs in rotation on the radio? Is your playlist in need of a pick me up? We have the solution for you. Here are six songs you need to download right now.
7 Anti-Chafing Products to Get you Through your Workout
New year new you right? Well let’s start by using paper towels for its actual purpose. With many of us flocking to the gym for our New Year’s resolution, some of us are worried about the dreaded “chub rub”.
Out With The Old
“New Year, New Me”is so 2020. It’s the first month of 2021 and Shapely is focusing on doing away with the old.
From heartbreak to triumph, Frankie Red has faced it all—loss, betrayal, abuse, and the battle with mental health. But she didn’t just survive—she rose, stronger than ever.