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That feeling when it’s finally almost the weekend and I can stop checking my email every three seconds😭 This week has been crazy for me: As a freelancer, I’ve been scrambling to stay afloat after many magazines are limiting their budgets for the time being. But I’m thankful to be with my family at this time, and to have my cousins who I can force to make Tik Toks with me😝

Florals? For Spring? Groundbreaking! (Shoot inspired by @everettwilliams, photography by @curvesonabudget13, editing by @stylishsista) . . . #plussizefashion #fatfashion #andigetdressed #bigandtallfashion #bigandtall #plussizestyle #plussizemenswear #andigetdressed #brawnmen #brawn #bigandtallmenswear #bigandtallmodel #plusmodel #curvemodel #devilwearsprada

Did y’all catch this little moment on the finale of Project Runway last night!?😭 I had the honor of being invited to the finale for the second season, and it was — just like last year — a full circle experience. Who would have thought this little fat kid whose first memory in life was watching Christian Siriano win Project Runway could manifest a career in this space😭 Congrats to the four designers who made it to the finale—I was truly at a loss for words😍 Next stop: Me as a guest judge on the show during an episode about size inclusivity? We’ll just have to wait and see what 2020 brings🙏🏼🙌🏻

I wrote my first COVER STORY😭 For @dancespiritmagazine’s spring issue, I interviewed five of Lizzo’s backup dancers about how they’re shattering stereotypes in the dance world and creating an inclusive space for the next generation to thrive in. 16 year old me would be in tears over this (and 22 year old me is also crying right now!). For my first cover story to be about plus-size dancers is a true full circle moment. All I can say is thank you😭 (Photography by @jaymethornton)

I have a big story dropping this week. Who’s ready for it?😉🤫

Now that fashion month has officially come to an end, I wanted to share this look one more time, shot by the incredible @lydiahudgens for @instylemagazine’s plus-size street style gallery💕 I wrote about 20 pieces this fashion month between news and features (which I will share soon!). And while New York Fashion Week felt disappointing in some ways, I was so thrilled to see that London, Milan and Paris finally started to step up to the plate. The fact that I even had 20 ideas to write about is insane! That would have never been possible a few years ago🙌🏻 I’m excited to see what’s in store come September fashion month, but before I even get to thinking about that, I have some projects to nail out these next few weeks🤫 Thanks to everyone who supported me through fashion month, and hope you enjoyed my looks😂❤️

Some news: I’m giving a TEDx Talk in May! I truly am so overwhelmed with excitement, gratitude and a bit of stress😂 Never would have thought that the little fat kid running around his high school hallways with tap shoes on (I’m literally not kidding about that lol) would be where I am today just a few years later. The next few months are going to be uber busy, but I couldn’t be more thrilled about that💕🙌🏻

Almost captioned this “Got a snake in my boot” and then realized that could actually be a possibility in Arizona😬 I found these pants on sale and they’ve been a lifesaver because of how breathable they are! Now that the weather is getting hot here, I need to start buying clothes that won’t make me sweat my skin off😭

Filling the GAP: Fashion From the Plus Perspective💫 During fashion week, the five of us pictured here found ourselves in conversation about how we want to use our platforms to fill the gap in fashion when it comes to plus representation. For me, it’s all about using my words to push for better media coverage that not only includes plus bodies, but normalizes them. With every feature I write, I always remind myself of the responsibility that comes with the work I do, and I try to honor that every day. So often, campaigns (including denim ones!) don’t feature people like us. Well it’s time that changes! Growing up, I didn’t wear jeans until high school because I couldn’t find any pair that fit even decently. But THESE are the types of campaigns we want to see going forward. I don’t want to only be able to find denim online or in the back of your store. I want to walk in and know right away that I’m welcome. I hope that the work that I’m doing makes an impact on these brands, and what the five of us have done so far is only the beginning💕 Proud to know these four women, and even more proud to sit alongside them in these photos.

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