A few days ago, I attended a dinner to celebrate the launch of GabiFresh’s Fatkini Line for SwimsuitsForAll.com, these gorgeous, high waist two pieces are designed to make a Plus Size Princess feel confident to show off her curves and the suits come in a variety of colors and prints, so much fun!

To be honest, I’m not quite ready to rock a fatkini, but I’ve been scanning through the plus size bathing suit options on the Swimsuitsforall.com site and lots of options that I love including some great suits for when I swim laps.

The AquaBell Chlorine Resistant line, has a few great plus size crossback swimsuit that I ordered in black. This swimsuit is AWESOME for my pool workouts, because it has a crossback that supports “The Twins” and its made from fabric designed to hold up against the harsh chemicals in pool water, so it will last longer.

Because we’re in the middle of #PSPfit bootcamp, I want to giveaway some swimsuits from the AquaBelle collection so that maybe some of you will take up swimming this summer too. These suits go from size 8-34, so there’s something for everyone!

I’ve got five suits to give away, want to win? Check out the info below!

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When it comes to shopping online, sometimes its hard to tell what will look good on you. With shipping fees, I really want to make sure I get it right the first time. I enjoy shopping and trying things on, I’ll put on dresses in different cuts/styles to learn what I like and what I don’t. Overtime I’ve developed a bit of a sixth sense when it comes to looking at an outfit and determining 1.) How it will look on me and 2.) What size I should get. Here are two of my most recent online purchases, below you can see how they look on the model and how they look on me.

I’m loving all of the floral prints coming out this season. This is my Cinco de Mayo outfit (it was *just* warm enough to pull this off with Gladiator Sandals) I spotted this floral/polka dot dress on the Torrid.com site and got it in what I thought was my size. It fit, but I wish I would have ordered it a size down, the flowy waist area allows for more room in the tummy area, but I felt like the bust could have been tighter. Oh, and for those of you wondering how I manage to go bare legged without chaffing issues, I swipe Gold Bond Anti Chafe Balm on my inner thighs and I’m good to go!

This dress I found on the Macy’s site, I ordered it in both pink and black because its such a classic cut, they’re now selling it in tangerine and turquoise too! I read the reviews on this dress and ordered it a size down, I’m really  glad I did. It fit perfectly… the only tweaking I had to do was in the bust, the cross body effect left wayyyy too much room for The Twins to pop out, so I took a needle and thread and tacked it. The model has a smaller chest than I do though, so if you’re built like her you shouldn’t have a problem. 

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First things first: Want to be a part of the next Plus Size Princess Fitness (#PSPfit) Bootcamp? Sign up here to be the first to know about Round II!

This weeks giveaway is a $100 giftcard to #PSPfit workout video sponsor LolaGetts (aka Lola Getts Active) they have high end plus size gym clothes and activewear that is so adorable. Want to win a $100 giftcard to LolaGetts? You’ve got two options:

1.) Watch the two minute review (below) of their best workout tops and tell me what your favorite item is in the comments section

2.) Tweet the following: Want to win a $100 giftcard? 1.) Follow @thebiggirlblog 2.) Follow @lolagettsactive 3.) RT this! http://ow.ly/kOqpQ #plussize

3.) Do both and your chances to win are doubled!

If you see something on the LolaGetts site that you like, they’re offering TBGB readers 50% off when you use coupon code PSPFIT50 at LolaGetts.com

Video by Linda (aka, @Ell_LO)

Spring has sprung, well kinda… its freezing in NYC. Anyway, this season is when I love to walk around in a fun, frilly dress. This one below is a few months old, but I found a similar plus size dress on the City Chic site, its called the “poppy dress” if you’re looking.

Photos by Zanography

Dress & Tights: Torrid, Shoes: NYC Costume Shop, Cardigan: Macys, Bag: Vintage, Necklace Gift from a friend

I’m happy to announce that JC Penney has decided to sponsor the #PSPfit workout videos…

What does this mean?

It means that JC Penney and their Xersion Plus Size Activewear line is making it possible for our fitness videos to be accessible to everyone, not just #PSPfit Bootcamp members. If you weren’t able to register for this session of our clean eating/fitness bootcamp, you’ll miss out on a lot, but thanks to Xersion, by JCP you can still get up and get moving with us at home, in your dorm, on a business trip or wherever… no more excuses!

Big Girls DO Workout, obvi. But lots of clothing brands assume that Plus Size Princesses have no interest in physical fitness, so I give JCP a huge high five for dedicating a brand to us so that we’re not limited in what we wear to exercise.

JC Penney’s Xersion Plus Size Gym Clothes worked really well when I grabbed my girls to film some workout videos for Plus Size Princesses, I knew Xersion would fit everyone’s style, size and budget (I was able to pick up some Capri’s for $3 on sale!) Watch the video & learn the giveaway details below…

Xersion, by JC Penney has been kind enough to give you all access to the #PSPfit videos… they’ve also given me FIVE giftcards to giveaway so that you can try Xersion out for yourself. There are two ways to win:

1.) Visit the JC Penney Xersion site, choose your favorite item and leave a link to it in the comment section of this post.

2.) Tweet the following phrase: “Thanks @JCpenney for sponsoring @thebiggirlblog’s #PSPfit workout videos! Im checking out Xersion +Size Gym Clothes http://ow.ly/kaOe1″

P.S. For those of you who can get to NYC on Saturday, we’ve got $20 bootcamp tickets available (Bootcamp is from 2-4pm and your ticket gets you 1 training session with a certified trainer and 1 nutrition session with a certified nutritionist) Purchase your tix here!

You have TWO days left to register for the #PSPfit Clean Eating/Fitness Bootcamp. So far we’ve got #PSPfit Bootcampers in Australia, London and of course, NYC is representing… I hope you’ll join us!

#PSPfit Boot Camp – New York City (Purchase Membership Here)

• 6 in-person Clean Eating Nutrition Sessions with Abra Pappa
• “Eating to promote weight loss with PCOS” Guide
• 6 in-person Fitness Sessions with Trainer, Anthony Truly
• “What is Clean Eating?” Guidebook
• Weekly Recipes and Meal Plans
• Private Facebook Group Access (Daily Inspiration, Support and Accountability)
• Free #PSPfit Tshirt
• Weekly Giveaways
• $3,000 in Prizes (based on participation, not pounds lost

#PSPfit Boot Camp – Virtual (US and International, Purchase Membership Here)

• Weekly “Clean Eating” Facebook Chats with CeCe & Abra Pappa
• “Eating to promote weight loss with PCOS” Guide
• Virtual Fitness Sessions with Trainer, Anthony Truly, via YouTube & Vimeo
• “What is Clean Eating?” Guidebook
• Weekly Recipes and Meal Plans
• Private Facebook Group Access (Daily Inspiration, Support and Accountability)
• Free #PSPfit Tshirt
• Weekly Giveaways
• $3,000 in Prizes (based on participation, not pounds lost )

I’ve told you guys that my tummy is my trouble spot. I’m ready to put in the hard work to tone up and slim down in that area, but that  change wont happen overnight. In the meantime, I’m not ashamed to create to use foundation garments that give me to hourglass shape I’m looking for. SQUEEM Waist Cinchers are my favorite body shaper to use to create my ideal silhouette. SQUEEM is also a supporter of the #PSPfit Bootcmap, so over the next 6 weeks I’ll be giving away 15 of them. Want to win one?

There are three ways to win:

1.) The #PSPfit Bootcampers already got a private email with instructions on how to win your cinchers. If you’re a paid member who hasn’t gotten the email, let us know ASAP (fitness@thebiggirlblog.com)

2.) Tweet “So, @thebiggirlblog‘s #PSPfit Bootcamp is giving away Waist Cinchers from @Squeem! (Details here:ow.ly/jURRc) <—RT to win!!!”

3.) Share TheBigGirlBlog’s facebook status about this post and tag Squeem!

I carry most of my weight in my tummy, so it took me a verrrrry long time to test out the peplum trend. I didn’t think the flare of the peplum would sit right awkwardly on my rolls, but that is not the case at all. This is a plus size peplum from SimplyBe, I’ve paired it with three different bottoms and while leggings were my most daring choice, I loved the vintage feel. I wanted to sing songs from Grease all day!

As I mentioned on twitter the other day, a good pair of leggings should be able to double as shapewear. I like my leggings to sit high on my waist so that they help keep me cinched in and smooth. Also, be sure your leggings arent worn because when the sunlight hits a pair of worn leggings, all bets are off and no one on the street should know if your underwear has polka-dots, or not

Photo by Zanography

Shop Plus Size Peplums Below!

Valentines day was a while ago, but I’m still basking in the glow. My Valentines Day started on the 13th with my Dad having roses delivered to my office Then on the 14th Robert showed up at my apartment at 8am with flowers and candy, it was a complete surprise, which I loved. Robert definitely spoiled me because he had Vday plans for us from Thursday morning-Saturday night, it was really really great *blush*

Igigi also had me in a romantic mood with their Sommer Plus Size Draped Dress, this is a great piece that I’ve worn with pink and green accessories. If you’re nervous about prints, the cut of this dress works so well on curves that the prints just feel… right. Note: When I sit down, “the twins” do show a bit more in the V-neck which is good for a date, but for work you may want to put a tank underneath.

Photos by Zanography

Here are the winners of the #PSPstyle Valentines Day challenge. The contest might be over, but #PSPstyle is here to stay! Have a cute outfit on? Instagram it with #PSPstyle and I’ll feature you on my page! (who knows, you might even win something) Congrats ladies!

Shop our looks below!