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!