Curvy CEO http://www.curvyceo.com The life and style guide for the plus-size professional woman. Tue, 21 May 2013 13:00:31 +0000 en-US hourly 1 http://wordpress.org/?v=3.5.1 “All Size 18 of Me” – A Guest Post About Size Discrimination http://www.curvyceo.com/2013/05/21/all-size-18-of-me-a-guest-post-about-size-discrimination/ http://www.curvyceo.com/2013/05/21/all-size-18-of-me-a-guest-post-about-size-discrimination/#comments Tue, 21 May 2013 13:00:31 +0000 curvyceo http://www.curvyceo.com/?p=6228 A frequent topic of discussion here on Curvy CEO is size discrimination – particularly as it relates to employment. Recently, I engaged in a great offline conversation with one of my blogging idols, Sheila Arkee of Painted-Ladies.com. When she shared her experience of discrimination in the beauty industry with me, I asked her if she would be willing to write a guest post. She was and she did. Check it out below! It was a picture perfect interview for a job that would have made my life as a single mother infinitely easier. Having been underemployed and then unemployed for a while, I was excited about an opportunity to work in retail for a luxury fragrance brand that had come via a recommendation. Although I had been working in an office environment for the past few years, I also have experience working in a luxury retail environment and was ready and willing to sell perfume and make a good commission. For a woman who is raising a child alone, a job in retail would have been more accommodating to my child care arrangements with family members than a typical office job.   Somewhat nervous about the interview, I made sure [...]

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Sheila Arkee of Painted-Ladies.com

A frequent topic of discussion here on Curvy CEO is size discrimination – particularly as it relates to employment. Recently, I engaged in a great offline conversation with one of my blogging idols, Sheila Arkee of Painted-Ladies.com. When she shared her experience of discrimination in the beauty industry with me, I asked her if she would be willing to write a guest post. She was and she did. Check it out below!

It was a picture perfect interview for a job that would have made my life as a single mother infinitely easier. Having been underemployed and then unemployed for a while, I was excited about an opportunity to work in retail for a luxury fragrance brand that had come via a recommendation. Although I had been working in an office environment for the past few years, I also have experience working in a luxury retail environment and was ready and willing to sell perfume and make a good commission. For a woman who is raising a child alone, a job in retail would have been more accommodating to my child care arrangements with family members than a typical office job.

 

Somewhat nervous about the interview, I made sure that my personal presentation was on point. My outfit choices had been approved by my technically-former-but-in-reality-forever mother-in-law who has been working in the clothing industry for nearly 30 years. The woman knows her stuff, and I walked confidently into the meeting with the sales manager.

 

To say the interview went smoothly is the understatement of the year. The manager and I had excellent rapport and I couldn’t imagine that I wouldn’t be presented with a job offer. The interview ended with a trip to the sales floor to meet the other member of the team, topped with glowing compliments from the sales manager and a promise that I would be called in at least three days.

 

After day 4 passed with no word, I ventured to contact my interviewer only to be met with a negative reaction and harsh comments. “Let’s face it, you were not wearing your best attire and were not presented well.” He then continued to prattle on negatively about my appearance for the next several minutes. These were completely shocking statements from a man who had complimented me up and down over my accomplishments in front of his star salesperson. I ended the conversation, knowing that entertaining a second more of this would be pointless. If you’re going to walk away, walk away with your head held high!

 

Although I firmly believe that when one door closes another one opens (and it did), I was really disappointed by losing out on this job. Thinking back on my experience in retail, I remembered a statement from a friend who had worked with me in the past and also in the same store as the failed interview – “They just don’t like big girls.”

I remembered a statement from a friend who had worked with me in the past and also in the same store as the failed interview – “They just don’t like big girls.”

 

Ah, yes. Beautiful people only for jobs in the beauty retail industry. How could I have forgotten? In my experience, I can firmly say that size discrimination exists and rampantly so, especially if you’re in a position to be presented to the public on a regular basis. My size has fluctuated through the years. I was a size 22 when I started working for a brand that embraced diversity in a luxury retail store. Went down to an 8, then to pregnancy, and for the past several years my weight has settled at a determined 18. Is this a size I want to be at forever? Truthfully, no, but I am content to be here.

 

As I’ve gotten older, I’ve grown into acceptance of who I am and what I look like. Yes, I still take side glances at the gym – Has my belly finally started to shrink after months of dedicated workouts? Is it the proverbial mid-30′s metabolism slowdown, or is it the fact that I can’t keep myself away from carbs and have no willpower or desire to do so in the near future?

 

But what does that matter when I am healthy and my body is functional? I can write a successful blog and indulge in my lifelong passion for the beauty industry. I can run after my Autistic son. I can carry him when he has a meltdown or just needs some extra love. I can move. I am a size 18, I exist, and I am functional.

 

It’s not surprising but still sad that the “beauty” industry can be so “ugly.” It actually brings to mind times that I’ve gone up to a makeup counter or wandered into a prestige cosmetics store and felt the subtle judgment from the sales staff. It’s like, “Yes, big girls like to wear makeup and feel pretty, too!” *sigh* So, what about you, dear readers? Have you ever had this sort of experience – in an employment situation or otherwise?

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]]> http://www.curvyceo.com/2013/05/21/all-size-18-of-me-a-guest-post-about-size-discrimination/feed/ 0 Monday Morning Memo – The Two Things You Must Be http://www.curvyceo.com/2013/05/20/monday-morning-memo-the-two-things-you-must-be/ http://www.curvyceo.com/2013/05/20/monday-morning-memo-the-two-things-you-must-be/#comments Mon, 20 May 2013 13:30:12 +0000 curvyceo http://www.curvyceo.com/?p=6224 “A girl should be two things: classy and fabulous.” – Coco Chanel An often-repeated, but beautiful adage. Have a classy and fabulous week, ladies! — curvyceo

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]]> monday morning memo“A girl should be two things: classy and fabulous.” – Coco Chanel

An often-repeated, but beautiful adage. Have a classy and fabulous week, ladies!

— curvyceo

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]]> http://www.curvyceo.com/2013/05/20/monday-morning-memo-the-two-things-you-must-be/feed/ 0 How to Look “Girly” in a Pant Suit http://www.curvyceo.com/2013/05/14/how-to-look/ http://www.curvyceo.com/2013/05/14/how-to-look/#comments Tue, 14 May 2013 13:00:49 +0000 curvyceo http://www.curvyceo.com/?p=6208 Ask anyone who knows me and they will tell you that I’m the girliest girl they know. No, really. I am just a few million short of being a black Robin Kassner. (I actually had a friend call me that once when I was contemplating buying a Hello Kitty iPhone case. But, there are just some days – a high-power meeting with your investors or perhaps a pitch before a potential new client – that require a suit. But not just any suit – a PANT suit. Now, because I am such a girly girl, I usually wear a skirt suit. But even I must admit that at times a pant suit is just the most appropriate way to go. (Those situations can even include a rainy day when you will be out and about and don’t want to get your legs wet.) So, how can you wear a pant suit and still feel “girly”? Especially when most plus-size suits are cut to make us look like perfectly curve-less boxes??? In my opinion, you basically have two options that are actually not all that different from what is needed to incorporate trends into your business wardrobe. The main difference here, however, [...]

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]]> janellemonaeAsk anyone who knows me and they will tell you that I’m the girliest girl they know. No, really. I am just a few million short of being a black Robin Kassner. (I actually had a friend call me that once when I was contemplating buying a Hello Kitty iPhone case. But, there are just some days – a high-power meeting with your investors or perhaps a pitch before a potential new client – that require a suit. But not just any suit – a PANT suit. Now, because I am such a girly girl, I usually wear a skirt suit. But even I must admit that at times a pant suit is just the most appropriate way to go. (Those situations can even include a rainy day when you will be out and about and don’t want to get your legs wet.) So, how can you wear a pant suit and still feel “girly”? Especially when most plus-size suits are cut to make us look like perfectly curve-less boxes??? In my opinion, you basically have two options that are actually not all that different from what is needed to incorporate trends into your business wardrobe. The main difference here, however, is that you want to really take a mild approach, relying on only ONE element to girlify your look. Because the situation calls for a more formal suit, you want to make sure that your bag and shoes are fully appropriate. Let’s walk through the options…. OPTION 1 – Wear a frilly blouse! Instead of choosing a boring blouse in a basic color, why not opt for something with a little more flair, like one with a bold color or print and some very-much-on-trend ruffles! If you choose this option, you should make your blouse the “centerpiece” of your girly look. Everything else – including your jewelry – should be understated and professional. I suggest some pearl studs.

How to Look Girly in a Pants Suit - OPTION 1

OPTION 2 – Pair a bold cami with appropriate statement jewelry. With this option, you want to start off with a colorful camisole. You can really have fun here by wearing some of the trendy colors like emerald or mint green. Because the camisole will only peek out from beneath your jacket, you can go a little bolder with your accessories. I would recommend adding some tasteful statement jewelry that is more or less neutral in color. Remember, it’s still a more formal look so you don’t want to get too wild. Check out this sample look…

How to Look Girly in a Pants Suit - OPTION 2

And, as Cover Girl Janelle Monae reminds us, don’t forget your makeup!! Those are just a few of my ideas. Perhaps you have others…please share in the comments section!

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]]> http://www.curvyceo.com/2013/05/14/how-to-look/feed/ 2 Curvy CEO Presents: Books and Brunch! June 8 in Washington, DC http://www.curvyceo.com/2013/05/13/mark-your-calendar-for-june-8/ http://www.curvyceo.com/2013/05/13/mark-your-calendar-for-june-8/#comments Mon, 13 May 2013 16:00:19 +0000 curvyceo http://www.curvyceo.com/?p=6194 As you know, I talk a lot on this blog about work/life balance – a crucial subject for ALL women, curvy or otherwise. So, with all the hoopla surrounding Facebook COO Sheryl Sandberg’s new book Lean In: Women, Work, and the Will to Lead, I was itching to weigh in on what I thought of her theories. However, I didn’t feel it was appropriate to do so without at least reading the book. Very glad that I made that decision…because now I can tell that many folks who have spouted off about her and the concept of “leaning in” failed to at least read the book first. I’m still in the middle of the book. But as I’m reading it, I find myself eager to discuss some of the complexities surrounding her arguments, especially for populations and situations not readily addressed in the book, like women of color, women of size, women of lesser education, etc. Because, as we’ve discussed before, the problem is not always simply a matter of women failing to lean in; sometimes, they lean ALL the way in, yet find themselves obstructed by institutions that just aren’t ready to embrace them. Also, there’s also the opposite side of the question [...]

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]]> As you know, I talk a lot on this blog about work/life balance – a crucial subject for ALL women, curvy or otherwise. So, with all the hoopla surrounding Facebook COO Sheryl Sandberg’s new book Lean In: Women, Work, and the Will to Lead, I was itching to weigh in on what I thought of her theories. However, I didn’t feel it was appropriate to do so without at least reading the book. Very glad that I made that decision…because now I can tell that many folks who have spouted off about her and the concept of “leaning in” failed to at least read the book first. I’m still in the middle of the book. But as I’m reading it, I find myself eager to discuss some of the complexities surrounding her arguments, especially for populations and situations not readily addressed in the book, like women of color, women of size, women of lesser education, etc. Because, as we’ve discussed before, the problem is not always simply a matter of women failing to lean in; sometimes, they lean ALL the way in, yet find themselves obstructed by institutions that just aren’t ready to embrace them. Also, there’s also the opposite side of the question – what happens to the rest of your life if you lean in too far? Clearly, this is not a yea-or-nay, up-or-down, black-or-white issue as some commentators would make it seem. Therefore, I’m so proud to present…

*fanfare*

BOOKS AND BRUNCHhttp://curvyceobooksandbrunch.eventbrite.com/

An in-depth discussion of the best-selling book Lean In and a catered brunch by DC-area chef and author Tiffany Griffin of ComoWater.com (Y’all remember Tiffany – she catered the very first Work Your Curves event. Now, sistergirl is making big moves with her new cookbook! You can read more about Tiffany and her food/cooking philosophy here.)

The event will take place on Saturday, June 8, 2013 beginning at 11:00 AM at the Archstone at M Street (1160 First Street, NE, Washington, DC – just steps from the NoMa-Gallaudet metro station on the redline!) Now, for those of you who fear a vegi-centric cuisine (yes, Vivi, I’m lookin’ at you Wink), fear not! The menu includes pancakes, grits, and – yes! – mimosas!

Good food. Good conversation. What could be better than that? Tickets (because you know, we gotta pay for the catering!) costs $35 and may be purchased online at http://curvyceobooksandbrunch.eventbrite.com. Even if you’re not able to read the book, we invite you to come out and indulge in what is sure to be an awesome event.

Hope to see you there!!!

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]]> http://www.curvyceo.com/2013/05/13/mark-your-calendar-for-june-8/feed/ 0 Monday Morning Memo – Love Your Life! http://www.curvyceo.com/2013/05/13/monday-morning-memo-love-your-life/ http://www.curvyceo.com/2013/05/13/monday-morning-memo-love-your-life/#comments Mon, 13 May 2013 13:00:24 +0000 curvyceo http://www.curvyceo.com/?p=6141 “I have found that if you love life, life will love you back.” – Arthur Rubinstein — curvyceoYou might also be interested in...Monday Morning Memo - Develop Your Own Personal StyleMonday Morning Memo - Coretta Scott King on FulfillmentMonday Morning Memo - Love Your Flesh

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]]> monday morning memo “I have found that if you love life, life will love you back.” – Arthur Rubinstein

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]]> http://www.curvyceo.com/2013/05/13/monday-morning-memo-love-your-life/feed/ 0 Drive-By Event Alerts! http://www.curvyceo.com/2013/05/10/drive-by-event-alerts/ http://www.curvyceo.com/2013/05/10/drive-by-event-alerts/#comments Fri, 10 May 2013 13:00:54 +0000 curvyceo http://www.curvyceo.com/?p=6188 Hey Everyone -   I’m getting ready to head out of town for Mother’s Day weekend, but I wanted to let you know about some great events coming up in the next few weeks in the DC area…also, one event – sponsored by yours truly – has yet to be unveiled. Keep your eyes on the blog for more details next week! Anyhoo, here are some great fashion events you may want to check out! — curvyceoYou might also be interested in...Preview of New Jersey Full-Figured Fashion Week!Event Alert - Date Curves Speed Dating Event in NYC!Event Alert: Two Swaps and a Tweet Up!

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]]> Hey Everyone -

 

I’m getting ready to head out of town for Mother’s Day weekend, but I wanted to let you know about some great events coming up in the next few weeks in the DC area…also, one event – sponsored by yours truly – has yet to be unveiled. Keep your eyes on the blog for more details next week!

Anyhoo, here are some great fashion events you may want to check out!

fashionista flea market

purplesofapopupshop

kurvykonsignment

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]]> http://www.curvyceo.com/2013/05/10/drive-by-event-alerts/feed/ 0 Summer is Almost Here! Are You Ready? http://www.curvyceo.com/2013/05/09/summer-is-almost-here-get-ready-with-us/ http://www.curvyceo.com/2013/05/09/summer-is-almost-here-get-ready-with-us/#comments Thu, 09 May 2013 16:15:18 +0000 curvyceo http://www.curvyceo.com/?p=6144 You’ve read about it. You’ve thought about it. The summer is coming…time to BE about it! Registration is now open for the FIRST plus-size bootcamp in Washington, DC designed exclusively for plus-size women!!! Here’s what Work Your Curves participants have to say: “I am so glad that I had the chance to attend a 6 week cycle of ‘Work Your Curves.’ I started my journey to a healthier lifestyle change in January. Along with eating right, I had to reprogram myself to love working out again. Yes, the gym can be helpful from time to time but that can get pretty boring, pretty fast. When Curvy CEO came up with this awesome idea to bring a bootcamp atmosphere to the curvy/plus size ladies, I immediately jumped on the idea. And I am so glad that I did. It has truly helped me appreciate working out and knowing which exercise works for my type of body. I am truly grateful for Work Your Curves!” – Vivi N. “There’s so much positive to say about Work Your Curves Bootcamp – the women, the trainers, the sweat (yes, the sweat) – but to sum it up? I feel so much stronger and suddenly [...]

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]]> You’ve read about it.

You’ve thought about it.

The summer is coming…time to BE about it!

Registration is now open for the FIRST plus-size bootcamp in Washington, DC designed exclusively for plus-size women!!!

Work Your Curves Summer Cycle 3

Here’s what Work Your Curves participants have to say:

“I am so glad that I had the chance to attend a 6 week cycle of ‘Work Your Curves.’ I started my journey to a healthier lifestyle change in January. Along with eating right, I had to reprogram myself to love working out again. Yes, the gym can be helpful from time to time but that can get pretty boring, pretty fast. When Curvy CEO came up with this awesome idea to bring a bootcamp atmosphere to the curvy/plus size ladies, I immediately jumped on the idea. And I am so glad that I did. It has truly helped me appreciate working out and knowing which exercise works for my type of body. I am truly grateful for Work Your Curves!” – Vivi N.

“There’s so much positive to say about Work Your Curves Bootcamp – the women, the trainers, the sweat (yes, the sweat) – but to sum it up? I feel so much stronger and suddenly I can do a sit-up! I had no idea that one hour, once a week, could bring about so much positive change! Work your Curves has not just made me stronger, but also more confident and more comfortable in my skin.” – Sara K.

So…are YOU ready to Work Your Curves? Just visit the Project Fitness website – www.p-fit.com and click on “EVENTS” – this will take you to a web portal where you can sign up. Just scroll down and select “Curvy Bootcamp.” (Or you can also just click here.)

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]]> http://www.curvyceo.com/2013/05/09/summer-is-almost-here-get-ready-with-us/feed/ 0 The Power of a Waistline http://www.curvyceo.com/2013/05/09/the-power-of-a-waistline/ http://www.curvyceo.com/2013/05/09/the-power-of-a-waistline/#comments Thu, 09 May 2013 13:00:19 +0000 curvyceo http://www.curvyceo.com/?p=6143 So, if you follow me on Twitter – which I know you all do – you know that last week, I went to Spark & Hustle – a dynamic conference on women’s entrepreneurship. While the conference was amazing, this post isn’t about what I learned or all the awesome people I met (waves across the blogosphere to Elegant Granny, Spoons & Smiles, ShopFullLoad, and NextBrides). Nope. It’s about a fashion triumph that I just had to share with you! When deciding what to wear to the conference, I knew I wanted to look polished and professional. But hey, I’m a fashion blogger – I had to add some flare, right? So, I whipped out a hot pink blazer and paired it with a black shift dress, pointy-toe flats, and double strand of pearls. When I first buttoned up, I felt…well, a little frump-tastic. I mean, the color of the jacket was amazing and I loved the accessories. But something just felt off. Then I realized the problem: I had absolutely no waistline. Yep. This jacket was a hold over to the days before I’d seen the light and banished boxy jackets from my wardrobe. (I think it was it’s color [...]

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]]> So, if you follow me on Twitter – which I know you all do Wink – you know that last week, I went to Spark & Hustle – a dynamic conference on women’s entrepreneurship. While the conference was amazing, this post isn’t about what I learned or all the awesome people I met (waves across the blogosphere to Elegant Granny, Spoons & Smiles, ShopFullLoad, and NextBrides). Nope. It’s about a fashion triumph that I just had to share with you!

When deciding what to wear to the conference, I knew I wanted to look polished and professional. But hey, I’m a fashion blogger – I had to add some flare, right? So, I whipped out a hot pink blazer and paired it with a black shift dress, pointy-toe flats, and double strand of pearls. When I first buttoned up, I felt…well, a little frump-tastic. I mean, the color of the jacket was amazing and I loved the accessories. But something just felt off. Then I realized the problem: I had absolutely no waistline.

Yep. This jacket was a hold over to the days before I’d seen the light and banished boxy jackets from my wardrobe. (I think it was it’s color that saved it from the Goodwill pile.) I knew I was on the right track with my outfit…it just needed something….Suddenly I remembered an impulse eBay purchase that changed everything: a belt!

Yep, that’s right. I had a hot pink, wide belt that matched my blazer perfectly. With one simple accessory I was able to go from this…

no belt

…to this!

with belt

I knew I had made the right choice when I found myself getting compliments all day long! Here’s to going from ho-hum to hawt!!!

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]]> http://www.curvyceo.com/2013/05/09/the-power-of-a-waistline/feed/ 6 Real-Life Curvy CEO: Fashion Designer Cassaundra Bourne http://www.curvyceo.com/2013/05/07/real-life-curvy-ceo-fashion-designer-cassaundra-bourne/ http://www.curvyceo.com/2013/05/07/real-life-curvy-ceo-fashion-designer-cassaundra-bourne/#comments Tue, 07 May 2013 13:15:22 +0000 curvyceo http://www.curvyceo.com/?p=6153 This week’s Monday Morning Memo resonated with a lot of people, as evidenced by the many, many retweets. Today, I’m so pleased to present this interview with custom clothing designer Cassaundra Bourne. I even model an item she gifted me…and be sure to read to the end of the interview so you can find a discount code! Tell me about your company, CCB Custom Dress. CCB Custom Dresses is a culmination of my many years in the fashion business. I started sewing when I was around age 8, making clothes for myself. I progressed to making clothes for myself and then for my friends. I never even thought about being in the fashion business, sewing was just something that came naturally to me. It was my friends that recognized that I had talent and it was their constant encouragement that got me to my first interview. I went on the interview to prove them wrong but when I brought garments that I had made for them to the interview, I was hired on the spot. I worked for an Haute Couture boutique for 5 years where I honed my craft but the most important thing I gained was a passion [...]

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]]> head-shot-1 This week’s Monday Morning Memo resonated with a lot of people, as evidenced by the many, many retweets. Today, I’m so pleased to present this interview with custom clothing designer Cassaundra Bourne. I even model an item she gifted me…and be sure to read to the end of the interview so you can find a discount code!

Tell me about your company, CCB Custom Dress.
CCB Custom Dresses is a culmination of my many years in the fashion business. I started sewing when I was around age 8, making clothes for myself. I progressed to making clothes for myself and then for my friends. I never even thought about being in the fashion business, sewing was just something that came naturally to me. It was my friends that recognized that I had talent and it was their constant encouragement that got me to my first interview. I went on the interview to prove them wrong but when I brought garments that I had made for them to the interview, I was hired on the spot.

I worked for an Haute Couture boutique for 5 years where I honed my craft but the most important thing I gained was a passion for well-fitting clothes. I am not label obsessed but I think that clothes should fit correctly not matter what size you are. I don’t think that you have to spend a lot of money for great fashion but what you wear should fit like it was made for you.

I recognize that standard sizing is a cruel necessity. Each designer has their own way of manipulating their sizing to keep the numbers small but consumers are left feeling lost and confused when they wear a different size with each designer. I am convinced that size doesn’t matter but fit does. I understand that most women do not fit standard sizes and so that was the guiding force behind CCB Custom Dresses. I created a collection of timeless garments (dresses & separates) that are perfect for women of all shapes and sizes. I offer free custom sizing so that women can include their measurements and have each garment custom fit.

Do you design all the clothes yourself?
I designed my entire collection based on timeless silhouettes that can stand the test of quickly changing trends.

True style is wearing clothes that tell the story about who you are; fashion is a state of mind not a great outfit.


How did you first get into designing clothes? What inspired you?
I started designing as a teen when I couldn’t find what I wanted in stores. I am inspired by clean simple lines. I believe that the clothes you wear are a form of communication. You tell a little story about yourself with your clothes. I am a simple straight forward person and I dress that way. I don’t think simple has to be boring but if you wear simple clothing you can accessorize with a theme and include trends. I don’t want my clothes to argue or compete with my accessories.

How does your clothing line cater to the needs of the full-figured fashionista?
I am a full-figured woman and I understand the needs of women with curves and that influences my design. While I am designing, I always think about what body type can wear this dress or how can I make a style more comfortable for a woman with curves.

What are some of your best tips for finding clothing that makes you look and feel your best?
I think the single most important fashion tip is honesty. Know your body and what silhouette best compliments your shape and wear clothes that fit correctly. True style is wearing clothes that tell the story about who you are; fashion is a state of mind not a great outfit.

Where you ever (or are you still) balancing your business with a 9-to-5 “day job”? What are some tips you recommend to budding entrepreneurs who are also balancing multiple careers?
I count it as a blessing that I work-full time on the thing that I love to do. On my path to developing my collection to the point that it is a full-time job, I had to balance my true passion with earning a living. Starting a business is like dating, you make sure you know the person and you have fundamentals in common before you get married. Starting a business is the same way, research your passion, find an internship in the field or a mentor, and make sure that you have a solid financial plan before you quit your primary source of income.

How can my readers keep in touch with you, online or otherwise?
I do my best to participate in social media via Twitter, Facebook, and my own blog.

Anything else you’d like to share?
I feel like I am on a bit of a mission to help women let go of the size trap. I want women to recognize that you are not the circumference of your waist, a number on a scale, or a size on a label; you are who you allow yourself to be.

Well, there you have it! Here I am in my very own custom made maxidress with a 3/4 length sleeves and a boat neckline…

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Want your own custom made dress? Visit CCBCustomDress.com and use code CURVYCEO25 at checkout and save 25% off your entire order. (Note that this code cannot be used with any other sale, coupon, or promotion and expires 5/31/2013.)

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]]> http://www.curvyceo.com/2013/05/07/real-life-curvy-ceo-fashion-designer-cassaundra-bourne/feed/ 0 Monday Morning Memo – Don’t Be Defined by Your Size http://www.curvyceo.com/2013/05/06/monday-morning-memo-dont-be-defined-by-your-size/ http://www.curvyceo.com/2013/05/06/monday-morning-memo-dont-be-defined-by-your-size/#comments Mon, 06 May 2013 13:00:46 +0000 curvyceo http://www.curvyceo.com/?p=6093 “As a woman who wears plus size clothing, I refuse to allow myself to be defined by my size . . . . I believe that style and fashion come from within and the clothes we choose to wear are a very important part of communicating to the world what we think and feel about our bodies.” – Cassaundra Bourne, designer     — curvyceo

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]]> monday morning memo“As a woman who wears plus size clothing, I refuse to allow myself to be defined by my size . . . . I believe that style and fashion come from within and the clothes we choose to wear are a very important part of communicating to the world what we think and feel about our bodies.” – Cassaundra Bourne, designer

 

 

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