Listen to year 2006/2007 because it was right. Black [nail polish] is beautiful. Sometimes it’s no fun to take part of a trend during its height. I don’t know about you, but I occasionally hate on a style just because it’s big at the moment, but I actually secretly love it (leggings?). If everyone’s doing [...]

StylistJr here. Although the Fatstylist has a handle on giving the 411 on dressing to your potential, I have been recruited to help out with the finishing touches. It takes a considerable amount time, money and effort to ensure that we look flawless. It’s easier to roll out of bed and to keep it [...]

It’s rough out there for a black woman at the cosmetic counter. I can testify that since being allowed to wear makeup at 15 I’ve been on a constant hunt for a good, serious line that won’t make me look ashy, or crazy-sparkly. Finding good makeup is akin to finding good clothes. Just give me [...]

Last week, I mentioned that we’d be starting a new section of the site where the Fat Stylist crew will answer your style questions and challenges.
Announcing the start of Fat Stylist Answers. Write in with your outfit picture and accompanying outfit question. You can expect an honest, but harmless answer from us. Mostly, we’ll just [...]

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For the last couple of years (basically since I’ve graduated college and sloppy jeans and a t-shirt are no longer an acceptable every day uniform) I’ve been going through sort of a clothes revolution. Which I love. My wallet, however, is not so in love with the clothes revolution. How do you feel about consignment shopping for the plus size girls and how difficult of an endeavor is that at your average thrift store?

Thrift store shopping (or thrifting) is not as hard as you might think. It’s better than shopping at Wal-Mart (why does Wal-Mart always look like the apocalypse is nigh?). And it’s a really good way to add range to your style.
Here are some basic guidelines to get started and if you’re already a pro read [...]