But it’s not enough. The fashion industry is rapidly changing — more women are demanding plus-size clothing, but over and over again, designers refuse to adapt. And we’ve got the receipts. Based on actual stats from fashion brands, designers, and body-positivity activists, here are eight maddening facts about the fashion industry that prove it isn’t keeping up with body positivity. “Research shows that the retail market for plus-size women has grown 17% since 2003 and continues to grow,” she added....

The answer is NO. We don’t. If we’re stood up, we’re going to handle it with grace, we’re going to act calm and dignified, and we’re going to prove that we’re the ones with class – not the person who was too chicken-shit to bother letting us know he wasn’t going to make it out to the date. Here’s how to handle being stood up without turning into a raging lunatic....

Here’s nine celebrity women on owning their stretch marks:

But for all the women and girls who suffer from the diseases, there are handfuls of people who just don’t understand. To combat the stigma, Revelist reached out to our networks and asked eating disorder survivors to share their stories, but more specifically, the one thing they wish people knew about their battle. What they had to say was equally as moving as the struggles they’ve overcome. Trigger warning: disordered eating I didn’t care if I died....

Not only is the sangria a perfect compliment to any barbecue or book club meeting, it’s also incredibly easy to prepare and a pitcher makes plenty — unless you have some thirsty guests and then you may want to double (or triple) down. More from CafeMom: 10 Amazing Mexican-Inspired Desserts The flavorful cocktail is such a fun alternative to your more traditional adult beverages — especially when garnished with fresh fruits and served in mason jars....

But as we’ve all learned from previous experience, sometimes products we expect the world of can let us down. That begs the question: Is this dreamy fantasy palette just that, or is it a waking nightmare? Anastasia Beverly Hills sent me the Norvina palette in advance so I could find out for myself. The palette is available exclusively from Anastasia Beverly Hills starting today, by the way. It’ll come to Ulta, Sephora, and major department stores within the next month....

More from CafeMom: Side-by-Side Bikini Photos of Sisters With Totally Different Body Types Prove Beauty Has No Size Linda reciprocated the thought. She called Ashley her “rock” in inspiring her to be proud of her body at age 53. The shoot was also the first time Linda ever put on a string bikini, she told Vogue. “Here I am at 53 years old and in a hot pink string bikini [on set], but I was kind of in love with that swimsuit!...

She’s just unwrapped a breast pump and is now passing around cute outfits in pink and yellow. She’s having a girl. But you can’t help wonder if the guest of honor would much rather be opening video games or iTunes gift cards than a box of diapers. And you also can’t help think she’d way prefer to be hanging out in another room with your own daughter than sitting in a room with a bunch of women at a completely different stage of life....

For some women, this never becomes an issue. For others, it starts at 20 weeks, and it can vary from pregnancy to pregnancy. But since all three of my sisters had a protruding knob at the end of their pregnant bellies, it stands to reason that I will too. So as I round Week 24, I’m eyeing the Miss Oops Popper Stopper. Miss Oops has quite the line of emergency products, from Jaks (to cover your crack in low-rise jeans) to Nundies (liners for your pants, so you can go panty-less — really?...

However, there have been — and continue to be — a legion of Black burlesque dancers who are making space for themselves on the stage. A post shared by Vera Valentinaa (@missveravalentinaa) on Mar 28, 2017 at 12:21pm PDT title: “Black Burlesque Dancers Prove Sexiness Has No Racial Boundaries” ShowToc: true date: “2024-10-22” author: “Michelle Gautam” However, there have been — and continue to be — a legion of Black burlesque dancers who are making space for themselves on the stage....

Get yourself some Bisquick, some bananas, some chocolate chips, some milk and cinnamon, and you’re all set. Within 15 minutes, you’ll be enjoying one of these delicious little morning treats. Chocolate Chip Banana Pancake Muffins Prep time, 10 minutes. Bake time, 10-15 minutes. Yields 4-6 muffins. Ingredients: 2/3 cup pancake mix (such as Bisquick) 1 medium banana, mashed 6-8 tablespoons milk 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon 4 tablespoons chocolate chips Directions: Enjoy!...

At least they have this Vibe magazine cover from August 2008 to haunt them. This is the second big breakup involving kids for The Dream — he has a daughter and twin sons with his ex, singer Nivea. Was The Dream too busy dreaming about single life? I think so …. Apparently he was caught acting like a single man while in the Caribbean with his assistant, Melissa Santiago. The very playful photos wouldn’t sit well with me if I just had his baby....

The only thing that may signal the internal panic he must have been feeling is a repeated chant of “you got me, you got me, it’s all over the place.”

What it didn’t show was the disgusting purple and yellow skin discoloration that has erupted around her eyes as a side effect of the treatment, if rumors are to be believed. (Allergan, the maker of Latisse, denied that Danes has been experiencing any side effects.) And if you read through the side effects of Latisse, it sounds like Danes got off easy. Redness and itchy eyes are common at first, and if you get it on your actual eye, it could cause your irises to turn brown permanently … not a problem if you have brown eyes, but awful if you pride yourself on your baby blues....

From Just a Pinch, the recipe is easy too, as you start with a devil’s food cake mix. The filling is made up of just four ingredients and is fluffy, light, and heavenly. Then it’s all topped with some chocolate icing. Perfect for potlucks or summer parties, it’s one unforgettable dessert. Ding Dong Cake 1 box devil’s food cake mix1 stick butter softened8 oz. cream cheese softened3 cups powdered sugar8 oz....

It seems parents are divided on the issue. There are some who would never even consider letting their babysitter get behind the wheel. Others go so far as buying the sitter a carseat for her car. Both have their drawbacks. The other day, my sitter took my children to a museum on the subway for the first time and I was a nervous wreck. Of course when she did it again, I felt better....

What you’ll need for this activity:Large white circular coffee filters (found at a grocery store); pipettes/eyedroppers or a paintbrush; liquid watercolors or diluted food coloring; plastic wrap; double-sided tape. What to do: What’s your favorite winter craft to make with kids? title: “Easy Snow Day Craft For Kids Coffee Filter Snowflakes” ShowToc: true date: “2024-10-05” author: “Alisha Maio” What you’ll need for this activity:Large white circular coffee filters (found at a grocery store); pipettes/eyedroppers or a paintbrush; liquid watercolors or diluted food coloring; plastic wrap; double-sided tape....

They’re not just a little nauseous. They can’t keep anything down. They’re losing weight. They’re dehydrated. Their OB/GYN is throwing around words like “ketones in the urine” and “liver abnormalities.” Hyperemesis gravidarum, or HG as it’s commonly called, is one of the most common causes of hospital admissions for pregnant women. And unlike a mom suffering from run-of-the-mill morning sickness, a woman with HG will have unrelenting nausea and vomiting with no other obvious cause....

So what’s a girl that loves some bling to do? Accessorize, of course. We’ve done the research and found a whole slew of fabulous accessories to play up your New Year’s look. From earrings and bracelets to shoes and necklaces, check out our favorite New Year’s accessories, here: What will you be doing this New Year’s? Do you dress it up, or dress it down? Images via Emily Abbate Our top picks: These metallic Magnia pumps from Call It Spring (left, $50, callitspring....

But know what’s even more heavenly? The homemade version of this classic treat, which is surprisingly simple — and fun! — to whip together. Check it out … Homemade Dreamsicles from MrsHappyHomemaker.com Ingredients: 2 cups orange juice 1/3 cup honey 4 egg yolks 2 cups heavy cream 2 cups whole milk 5 drops orange essential oil or orange extract 1 tablespoon vanilla extract Directions: title: “Heavenly Homemade Orange Dreamsicles” ShowToc: true date: “2024-09-18” author: “Paul Drawdy” But know what’s even more heavenly?...