<?xml version='1.0' encoding='UTF-8'?><?xml-stylesheet href="http://www.blogger.com/styles/atom.css" type="text/css"?><feed xmlns='http://www.w3.org/2005/Atom' xmlns:openSearch='http://a9.com/-/spec/opensearchrss/1.0/' xmlns:georss='http://www.georss.org/georss' xmlns:gd='http://schemas.google.com/g/2005' xmlns:thr='http://purl.org/syndication/thread/1.0'><id>tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-31041185</id><updated>2011-04-21T11:54:24.990-07:00</updated><title type='text'>Big Beautiful Life</title><subtitle type='html'>Fashion, Romance and Loving Yourself as a Plus Sized Woman</subtitle><link rel='http://schemas.google.com/g/2005#feed' type='application/atom+xml' href='http://curvaliciousandlivinglarge.blogspot.com/feeds/posts/default'/><link rel='self' type='application/atom+xml' href='http://www.blogger.com/feeds/31041185/posts/default?max-results=100'/><link rel='alternate' type='text/html' href='http://curvaliciousandlivinglarge.blogspot.com/'/><link rel='hub' href='http://pubsubhubbub.appspot.com/'/><author><name>The Buxom Brunette</name><uri>http://www.blogger.com/profile/06210237471666201591</uri><email>noreply@blogger.com</email><gd:image rel='http://schemas.google.com/g/2005#thumbnail' width='16' height='32' src='http://politics.stephaniedray.com/files/images/bbl.thumbnail.PNG'/></author><generator version='7.00' uri='http://www.blogger.com'>Blogger</generator><openSearch:totalResults>13</openSearch:totalResults><openSearch:startIndex>1</openSearch:startIndex><openSearch:itemsPerPage>100</openSearch:itemsPerPage><entry><id>tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-31041185.post-115852786410842612</id><published>2006-09-17T14:15:00.000-07:00</published><updated>2006-09-17T14:17:49.333-07:00</updated><title type='text'>RIP Curvalicious and Living Large -- Make Way for Big Beautiful Life!</title><summary type='text'>Upon reflection, the old title of this blog "Curvalicious and Living Large" was a bit too close for comfort to an adult site.  I kept getting very interesting mail *cough* and people were landing on the wrong site.Consequently, henceforth, we'll be known as BIG BEAUTIFUL LIFE blog. Same time, same bat channel, same witty reparte.</summary><link rel='replies' type='application/atom+xml' href='http://curvaliciousandlivinglarge.blogspot.com/feeds/115852786410842612/comments/default' title='Post Comments'/><link rel='replies' type='text/html' href='http://www.blogger.com/comment.g?blogID=31041185&amp;postID=115852786410842612' title='0 Comments'/><link rel='edit' type='application/atom+xml' href='http://www.blogger.com/feeds/31041185/posts/default/115852786410842612'/><link rel='self' type='application/atom+xml' href='http://www.blogger.com/feeds/31041185/posts/default/115852786410842612'/><link rel='alternate' type='text/html' href='http://curvaliciousandlivinglarge.blogspot.com/2006/09/rip-curvalicious-and-living-large-make.html' title='RIP Curvalicious and Living Large -- Make Way for Big Beautiful Life!'/><author><name>The Buxom Brunette</name><uri>http://www.blogger.com/profile/06210237471666201591</uri><email>noreply@blogger.com</email><gd:image rel='http://schemas.google.com/g/2005#thumbnail' width='16' height='32' src='http://politics.stephaniedray.com/files/images/bbl.thumbnail.PNG'/></author><thr:total>0</thr:total></entry><entry><id>tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-31041185.post-115765304932630033</id><published>2006-09-07T11:15:00.000-07:00</published><updated>2006-09-07T11:17:33.636-07:00</updated><title type='text'>What to Expect from the New Lane Bryant Outlets</title><summary type='text'>Tripping Over the New Lane Bryant OutletsDon’t know what to expect from the new Lane Bryant Outlet plus size clothing stores? Neither did I, until I visited one this past weekend.I happened upon the Lane Bryant Outlet in the Anne Arundel Mall here in Maryland, mostly by accident. (Without an official website, Lane Bryant Outlet is depending on the Lane Bryant store mailing lists and traditional </summary><link rel='replies' type='application/atom+xml' href='http://curvaliciousandlivinglarge.blogspot.com/feeds/115765304932630033/comments/default' title='Post Comments'/><link rel='replies' type='text/html' href='http://www.blogger.com/comment.g?blogID=31041185&amp;postID=115765304932630033' title='0 Comments'/><link rel='edit' type='application/atom+xml' href='http://www.blogger.com/feeds/31041185/posts/default/115765304932630033'/><link rel='self' type='application/atom+xml' href='http://www.blogger.com/feeds/31041185/posts/default/115765304932630033'/><link rel='alternate' type='text/html' href='http://curvaliciousandlivinglarge.blogspot.com/2006/09/what-to-expect-from-new-lane-bryant.html' title='What to Expect from the New Lane Bryant Outlets'/><author><name>The Buxom Brunette</name><uri>http://www.blogger.com/profile/06210237471666201591</uri><email>noreply@blogger.com</email><gd:image rel='http://schemas.google.com/g/2005#thumbnail' width='16' height='32' src='http://politics.stephaniedray.com/files/images/bbl.thumbnail.PNG'/></author><thr:total>0</thr:total></entry><entry><id>tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-31041185.post-115574895316676883</id><published>2006-08-16T10:21:00.000-07:00</published><updated>2006-08-16T10:22:33.716-07:00</updated><title type='text'>Top Plus Size Bridesmaid Dresses Under $200</title><summary type='text'>This is an article I wrote that shows you how to take advantage of some unexpected options.  If you're looking for a bridesmaid dress, hopefully this can help.</summary><link rel='replies' type='application/atom+xml' href='http://curvaliciousandlivinglarge.blogspot.com/feeds/115574895316676883/comments/default' title='Post Comments'/><link rel='replies' type='text/html' href='http://www.blogger.com/comment.g?blogID=31041185&amp;postID=115574895316676883' title='0 Comments'/><link rel='edit' type='application/atom+xml' href='http://www.blogger.com/feeds/31041185/posts/default/115574895316676883'/><link rel='self' type='application/atom+xml' href='http://www.blogger.com/feeds/31041185/posts/default/115574895316676883'/><link rel='alternate' type='text/html' href='http://curvaliciousandlivinglarge.blogspot.com/2006/08/top-plus-size-bridesmaid-dresses-under.html' title='Top Plus Size Bridesmaid Dresses Under $200'/><author><name>The Buxom Brunette</name><uri>http://www.blogger.com/profile/06210237471666201591</uri><email>noreply@blogger.com</email><gd:image rel='http://schemas.google.com/g/2005#thumbnail' width='16' height='32' src='http://politics.stephaniedray.com/files/images/bbl.thumbnail.PNG'/></author><thr:total>0</thr:total></entry><entry><id>tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-31041185.post-115414157174262240</id><published>2006-07-28T19:52:00.000-07:00</published><updated>2006-07-28T19:52:51.903-07:00</updated><title type='text'>Top Handbags for Plus Sized Women under $50</title><summary type='text'>The key to choosing the right handbag for a plus sized frame is scale.  Remember, plus sized figures actually look bigger when accessorized with dainty jewelry and tiny handbags.  So choose a handbag with substantial presence that makes a statement.     Don’t worry about matching your handbag to your shoes—that’s an old canard.  And don’t think plus sized women can’t get away with a bold print.  </summary><link rel='replies' type='application/atom+xml' href='http://curvaliciousandlivinglarge.blogspot.com/feeds/115414157174262240/comments/default' title='Post Comments'/><link rel='replies' type='text/html' href='http://www.blogger.com/comment.g?blogID=31041185&amp;postID=115414157174262240' title='0 Comments'/><link rel='edit' type='application/atom+xml' href='http://www.blogger.com/feeds/31041185/posts/default/115414157174262240'/><link rel='self' type='application/atom+xml' href='http://www.blogger.com/feeds/31041185/posts/default/115414157174262240'/><link rel='alternate' type='text/html' href='http://curvaliciousandlivinglarge.blogspot.com/2006/07/top-handbags-for-plus-sized-women.html' title='Top Handbags for Plus Sized Women under $50'/><author><name>The Buxom Brunette</name><uri>http://www.blogger.com/profile/06210237471666201591</uri><email>noreply@blogger.com</email><gd:image rel='http://schemas.google.com/g/2005#thumbnail' width='16' height='32' src='http://politics.stephaniedray.com/files/images/bbl.thumbnail.PNG'/></author><thr:total>0</thr:total></entry><entry><id>tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-31041185.post-115396914951696309</id><published>2006-07-26T19:58:00.000-07:00</published><updated>2006-07-26T20:20:34.150-07:00</updated><title type='text'>Wide Width Boots for Plus Sized Calves</title><summary type='text'>Have bad memories of trying to shove your ankle into a boot that just wouldn't fit? Still feel the zipper teeth marks from a boot that was too tight?  As a plus sized woman, maybe you think boots just aren't for you.  There, you'd be wrong, because boots have come a long way.         There are few investments you'll make in your plus sized wardrobe more versatile and functional than a good pair </summary><link rel='replies' type='application/atom+xml' href='http://curvaliciousandlivinglarge.blogspot.com/feeds/115396914951696309/comments/default' title='Post Comments'/><link rel='replies' type='text/html' href='http://www.blogger.com/comment.g?blogID=31041185&amp;postID=115396914951696309' title='0 Comments'/><link rel='edit' type='application/atom+xml' href='http://www.blogger.com/feeds/31041185/posts/default/115396914951696309'/><link rel='self' type='application/atom+xml' href='http://www.blogger.com/feeds/31041185/posts/default/115396914951696309'/><link rel='alternate' type='text/html' href='http://curvaliciousandlivinglarge.blogspot.com/2006/07/wide-width-boots-for-plus-sized-calves.html' title='Wide Width Boots for Plus Sized Calves'/><author><name>The Buxom Brunette</name><uri>http://www.blogger.com/profile/06210237471666201591</uri><email>noreply@blogger.com</email><gd:image rel='http://schemas.google.com/g/2005#thumbnail' width='16' height='32' src='http://politics.stephaniedray.com/files/images/bbl.thumbnail.PNG'/></author><thr:total>0</thr:total></entry><entry><id>tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-31041185.post-115341689981705473</id><published>2006-07-20T09:43:00.001-07:00</published><updated>2006-07-21T06:39:28.803-07:00</updated><title type='text'>Free Clothing Planner: Organize your Wardrobe</title><summary type='text'>Introducing Our Free Clothing PlannerNeed to save time and money? Organizing your wardrobe with a clothing planner is one easy way to do both. You don't have to hire a stylist or spend money on expensive closet organizers. Curvalicious has the solution when it comes to wardrobe organizing. Check out our free clothing planner:Directions1.  Print out the free clothing planner, courtesy of </summary><link rel='replies' type='application/atom+xml' href='http://curvaliciousandlivinglarge.blogspot.com/feeds/115341689981705473/comments/default' title='Post Comments'/><link rel='replies' type='text/html' href='http://www.blogger.com/comment.g?blogID=31041185&amp;postID=115341689981705473' title='0 Comments'/><link rel='edit' type='application/atom+xml' href='http://www.blogger.com/feeds/31041185/posts/default/115341689981705473'/><link rel='self' type='application/atom+xml' href='http://www.blogger.com/feeds/31041185/posts/default/115341689981705473'/><link rel='alternate' type='text/html' href='http://curvaliciousandlivinglarge.blogspot.com/2006/07/free-clothing-planner-organize-your.html' title='Free Clothing Planner: Organize your Wardrobe'/><author><name>The Buxom Brunette</name><uri>http://www.blogger.com/profile/06210237471666201591</uri><email>noreply@blogger.com</email><gd:image rel='http://schemas.google.com/g/2005#thumbnail' width='16' height='32' src='http://politics.stephaniedray.com/files/images/bbl.thumbnail.PNG'/></author><thr:total>0</thr:total></entry><entry><id>tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-31041185.post-115341382153471053</id><published>2006-07-20T09:43:00.000-07:00</published><updated>2006-07-21T06:36:39.166-07:00</updated><title type='text'>Wardrobe Planning: Organized Style Saves You Time and Money</title><summary type='text'>Do you have a closet full of plus size clothes and nothing to wear? Do you cruise Fashion Bug's plus size aisles without really knowing what your wardrobe needs? Do you buy gorgeous separates and never wear them because you don't know how to work them into a stylish outfit that flatters your full figure?Impulse clothing shopping can cost you hundreds of dollars a year in wasted spending. And that</summary><link rel='replies' type='application/atom+xml' href='http://curvaliciousandlivinglarge.blogspot.com/feeds/115341382153471053/comments/default' title='Post Comments'/><link rel='replies' type='text/html' href='http://www.blogger.com/comment.g?blogID=31041185&amp;postID=115341382153471053' title='0 Comments'/><link rel='edit' type='application/atom+xml' href='http://www.blogger.com/feeds/31041185/posts/default/115341382153471053'/><link rel='self' type='application/atom+xml' href='http://www.blogger.com/feeds/31041185/posts/default/115341382153471053'/><link rel='alternate' type='text/html' href='http://curvaliciousandlivinglarge.blogspot.com/2006/07/wardrobe-planning-organized-style.html' title='Wardrobe Planning: Organized Style Saves You Time and Money'/><author><name>The Buxom Brunette</name><uri>http://www.blogger.com/profile/06210237471666201591</uri><email>noreply@blogger.com</email><gd:image rel='http://schemas.google.com/g/2005#thumbnail' width='16' height='32' src='http://politics.stephaniedray.com/files/images/bbl.thumbnail.PNG'/></author><thr:total>0</thr:total></entry><entry><id>tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-31041185.post-115325640943352346</id><published>2006-07-18T13:13:00.000-07:00</published><updated>2006-07-19T12:25:05.483-07:00</updated><title type='text'>BBW Dating: A One Week Plan to Prepare for Romance</title><summary type='text'>If you're a single BBW, it's time to get back out there into the dating world. You know it's time to stop living a Life-In-Waiting, but maybe you're not sure where to begin when it comes to dating and romance. There are a lot of options, like going out more, looking for online romance, or registering with dating services.But the real place to start might surprise you: begin with Big Beautiful You</summary><link rel='replies' type='application/atom+xml' href='http://curvaliciousandlivinglarge.blogspot.com/feeds/115325640943352346/comments/default' title='Post Comments'/><link rel='replies' type='text/html' href='http://www.blogger.com/comment.g?blogID=31041185&amp;postID=115325640943352346' title='0 Comments'/><link rel='edit' type='application/atom+xml' href='http://www.blogger.com/feeds/31041185/posts/default/115325640943352346'/><link rel='self' type='application/atom+xml' href='http://www.blogger.com/feeds/31041185/posts/default/115325640943352346'/><link rel='alternate' type='text/html' href='http://curvaliciousandlivinglarge.blogspot.com/2006/07/bbw-dating-one-week-plan-to-prepare.html' title='BBW Dating: A One Week Plan to Prepare for Romance'/><author><name>The Buxom Brunette</name><uri>http://www.blogger.com/profile/06210237471666201591</uri><email>noreply@blogger.com</email><gd:image rel='http://schemas.google.com/g/2005#thumbnail' width='16' height='32' src='http://politics.stephaniedray.com/files/images/bbl.thumbnail.PNG'/></author><thr:total>0</thr:total></entry><entry><id>tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-31041185.post-115302651221377323</id><published>2006-07-15T21:46:00.000-07:00</published><updated>2006-07-20T19:13:48.913-07:00</updated><title type='text'>Motivation For Days You Don't Want To</title><summary type='text'>I don't exercise to get skinny. If I did that, every time I looked at the scale, I'd think it was a losing battle. I'd only end up frustrated and on the sofa, taking comfort in a bowl of Ben &amp; Jerry's.I exercise because I have a wonderful life, and I want to live that life as long as I can, and in the best health that I'm able.To that end, here are ten motivational tips I've used this year to </summary><link rel='replies' type='application/atom+xml' href='http://curvaliciousandlivinglarge.blogspot.com/feeds/115302651221377323/comments/default' title='Post Comments'/><link rel='replies' type='text/html' href='http://www.blogger.com/comment.g?blogID=31041185&amp;postID=115302651221377323' title='0 Comments'/><link rel='edit' type='application/atom+xml' href='http://www.blogger.com/feeds/31041185/posts/default/115302651221377323'/><link rel='self' type='application/atom+xml' href='http://www.blogger.com/feeds/31041185/posts/default/115302651221377323'/><link rel='alternate' type='text/html' href='http://curvaliciousandlivinglarge.blogspot.com/2006/07/motivation-for-days-you-dont-want-to.html' title='Motivation For Days You Don&apos;t Want To'/><author><name>The Buxom Brunette</name><uri>http://www.blogger.com/profile/06210237471666201591</uri><email>noreply@blogger.com</email><gd:image rel='http://schemas.google.com/g/2005#thumbnail' width='16' height='32' src='http://politics.stephaniedray.com/files/images/bbl.thumbnail.PNG'/></author><thr:total>0</thr:total></entry><entry><id>tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-31041185.post-115290501808338957</id><published>2006-07-14T11:41:00.000-07:00</published><updated>2006-07-16T15:33:00.820-07:00</updated><title type='text'>Plus Size Tops for Summer '06 You Shouldn't Miss</title><summary type='text'>So, you're trying to put together the essential plus sized wardrobe, and you've finally gotten to the fun part. The tops. Blouses, shirts, tees and tanks are the easiest plus size clothing to shop for and offer the greatest flexibility to show off your personal style.Here are five great options to check out.1.  Square Neck Tops. A square neckline can emphasize otherwise invisible collarbones, and</summary><link rel='replies' type='application/atom+xml' href='http://curvaliciousandlivinglarge.blogspot.com/feeds/115290501808338957/comments/default' title='Post Comments'/><link rel='replies' type='text/html' href='http://www.blogger.com/comment.g?blogID=31041185&amp;postID=115290501808338957' title='0 Comments'/><link rel='edit' type='application/atom+xml' href='http://www.blogger.com/feeds/31041185/posts/default/115290501808338957'/><link rel='self' type='application/atom+xml' href='http://www.blogger.com/feeds/31041185/posts/default/115290501808338957'/><link rel='alternate' type='text/html' href='http://curvaliciousandlivinglarge.blogspot.com/2006/07/plus-size-tops-for-summer-06-you.html' title='Plus Size Tops for Summer &apos;06 You Shouldn&apos;t Miss'/><author><name>The Buxom Brunette</name><uri>http://www.blogger.com/profile/06210237471666201591</uri><email>noreply@blogger.com</email><gd:image rel='http://schemas.google.com/g/2005#thumbnail' width='16' height='32' src='http://politics.stephaniedray.com/files/images/bbl.thumbnail.PNG'/></author><thr:total>0</thr:total></entry><entry><id>tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-31041185.post-115274328388164533</id><published>2006-07-12T15:23:00.000-07:00</published><updated>2006-07-16T15:22:52.903-07:00</updated><title type='text'>Wardrobe Essentials for the Plus Sized Woman</title><summary type='text'>How To Build a Fashionable Wardrobe At Any Size   Today's fashion options for full figured women are better than ever, but making the best plus sized clothing choices is often a bewildering prospect. It's hard to know how to build a full figured wardrobe from the ground up, especially with all those insipid articles out there telling you how simple it is. Worse, most wardrobe guides cater to </summary><link rel='replies' type='application/atom+xml' href='http://curvaliciousandlivinglarge.blogspot.com/feeds/115274328388164533/comments/default' title='Post Comments'/><link rel='replies' type='text/html' href='http://www.blogger.com/comment.g?blogID=31041185&amp;postID=115274328388164533' title='0 Comments'/><link rel='edit' type='application/atom+xml' href='http://www.blogger.com/feeds/31041185/posts/default/115274328388164533'/><link rel='self' type='application/atom+xml' href='http://www.blogger.com/feeds/31041185/posts/default/115274328388164533'/><link rel='alternate' type='text/html' href='http://curvaliciousandlivinglarge.blogspot.com/2006/07/wardrobe-essentials-for-plus-sized.html' title='Wardrobe Essentials for the Plus Sized Woman'/><author><name>The Buxom Brunette</name><uri>http://www.blogger.com/profile/06210237471666201591</uri><email>noreply@blogger.com</email><gd:image rel='http://schemas.google.com/g/2005#thumbnail' width='16' height='32' src='http://politics.stephaniedray.com/files/images/bbl.thumbnail.PNG'/></author><thr:total>0</thr:total></entry><entry><id>tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-31041185.post-115274286984163119</id><published>2006-07-12T15:19:00.000-07:00</published><updated>2006-07-15T23:16:52.680-07:00</updated><title type='text'>Plus Size Lingerie Tips: How  to Say Goodbye to Pantyhose Forever</title><summary type='text'> How to Say Goodbye to Pantyhose Forever          If you’ve ever worn old-fashioned stockings and garters, you know why our mothers thought pantyhose were such a vast improvement.     But you’re a plus sized, modern women on the go with ample thighs and little time for nylon or the chafing that it causes.  That doesn’t plus size divas can’t wear cute dresses or skirts.  It just means full figured</summary><link rel='replies' type='application/atom+xml' href='http://curvaliciousandlivinglarge.blogspot.com/feeds/115274286984163119/comments/default' title='Post Comments'/><link rel='replies' type='text/html' href='http://www.blogger.com/comment.g?blogID=31041185&amp;postID=115274286984163119' title='0 Comments'/><link rel='edit' type='application/atom+xml' href='http://www.blogger.com/feeds/31041185/posts/default/115274286984163119'/><link rel='self' type='application/atom+xml' href='http://www.blogger.com/feeds/31041185/posts/default/115274286984163119'/><link rel='alternate' type='text/html' href='http://curvaliciousandlivinglarge.blogspot.com/2006/07/plus-size-lingerie-tips-how-to-say.html' title='Plus Size Lingerie Tips: How  to Say Goodbye to Pantyhose Forever'/><author><name>The Buxom Brunette</name><uri>http://www.blogger.com/profile/06210237471666201591</uri><email>noreply@blogger.com</email><gd:image rel='http://schemas.google.com/g/2005#thumbnail' width='16' height='32' src='http://politics.stephaniedray.com/files/images/bbl.thumbnail.PNG'/></author><thr:total>0</thr:total></entry><entry><id>tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-31041185.post-115274179873960768</id><published>2006-07-12T15:02:00.000-07:00</published><updated>2006-07-12T20:36:19.600-07:00</updated><title type='text'>Time to Launch My Blog like a Diva</title><summary type='text'></summary><link rel='replies' type='application/atom+xml' href='http://curvaliciousandlivinglarge.blogspot.com/feeds/115274179873960768/comments/default' title='Post Comments'/><link rel='replies' type='text/html' href='http://www.blogger.com/comment.g?blogID=31041185&amp;postID=115274179873960768' title='0 Comments'/><link rel='edit' type='application/atom+xml' href='http://www.blogger.com/feeds/31041185/posts/default/115274179873960768'/><link rel='self' type='application/atom+xml' href='http://www.blogger.com/feeds/31041185/posts/default/115274179873960768'/><link rel='alternate' type='text/html' href='http://curvaliciousandlivinglarge.blogspot.com/2006/07/time-to-launch-my-blog-like-diva.html' title='Time to Launch My Blog like a Diva'/><author><name>The Buxom Brunette</name><uri>http://www.blogger.com/profile/06210237471666201591</uri><email>noreply@blogger.com</email><gd:image rel='http://schemas.google.com/g/2005#thumbnail' width='16' height='32' src='http://politics.stephaniedray.com/files/images/bbl.thumbnail.PNG'/></author><thr:total>0</thr:total></entry></feed>
