Where are you from?
I hail from Delaware and currently live in Atlanta, GA.
Why did you start blogging?
Many people always admired my personal sense of style and I was encouraged by my good friend to start a blog in 2011. Now, I use my blog as a platform and resource to inspire and encourage full-figured women.
Where do you shop?
Oh boy! The question is where don’t I shop, lol. Some of my favorite stores include FashionNova (use code:crystalchanel), Forever 21, H&M, Missguided, Nordstroms, Go Jane, Asos and my Bae, Amazon 🙂 Also, various thrift stores.
Who does your hair?!
Typically I do, or my sister Caress. I am so particular on how I like my hair and I change my hair around too often to pay for it to get done. My favorite is Raw Indian hair from my VIP Raw Hair Vendors of course 🙂 You can grab the list here.
What shape wear do you use?
I use to wear Spanx because I knew Kim Kardashian did. Now I’ve been wearing the Miraclesuit brand without any complaints. Wanna see more about the shape wear I use? Click here.
What type of equipment do you use?
microphone- http://amzn.to/2lkYklr
vlog camera- http://amzn.to/2C2EeYw
screen protector: http://amzn.to/2liMyrK
dslr camera- http://amzn.to/2ljlUiy
glitter background- http://amzn.to/2E3M1CE
wig stand- http://amzn.to/2E6RWXG
wig head- http://amzn.to/2zFoqEE
ring light- http://amzn.to/2CdW0qL
What advice do you give to plus size women?
Find something new every day to celebrate and love about yourself. I think self-love is key to growing confidence. With confidence should come courage to recognize and work on anything about yourself you may want to change.
How did you start your blog?
I googled my pretty little fingers off! With free blog sites like Blogger and WordPress I started my blog. With more research, I snagged a domain and found graphic designers through social media. I went through a whole LOT of trials and tribulations but guess what?! I’ve wrapped everything I know up in easy-to-follow resources to help you get started fast. Get all the tea here!
What is your zodiac sign?
Cancer/ Leo <3 July 21 is my birthday.
What are your sizes?
Currently, I am a size 12/14, 5’7 and my body measurements are 38-35-54.
What are you doing to lose weight?
If you have been following my blog for a while you already know some of the things I’ve failed miserably at tried and liked or things I did not like so much, lol. Mainly, I’ve changed the foods I eat. I cut sugar out of most of my foods, eat small portions of food, and eat a lot of protein like fish and chicken. Check out my diet info here. The major contributing factor to my weight loss success has been my decision to have a Vertical Sleeve Gastrectomy and use all natural plant based products. I made videos all about my journey available to view here.
What foundation do you use?
My current go to is Fenty Beauty shades 370/380. I like to try new foundations all the time however I end right back up with my trusty MAC Studio Fix NW 43.
Do you participate in company reviews or endorse products?
Yes, I do! I only review items I will actually use or recommend and provide my honest feedback. Want to work with me? Click here!