Dec Issue of Skorch Magazine

mastheadPUBLISHER \ Jessica KaneCO-FOUNDER & BEAUTY EDITOR \ Carrie WoomerEDITOR IN CHIEF \ Cali Ann LeeMANAGING EDITOR \ Bonnielee CuevasEDITOR AT LARGE & SKORCH TV HOST \ Marcy GuevaraEXECUTIVE FASHION EDITOR \ Bella Styles CREATIVE DIRECTOR \ Jovanna ReyesJR FASHION EDITOR \ Nicole AndersonBEAUTY EDITOR \ Julia The BUSYbeauty

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CONTENTSP4 FEATURE SPREAD

P11 FEATURE - DARK BEAUTY

P24 FASHION EDITORIAL - POWERHOUSE

P32 PARTY ANIMAL EDITORIAL

P41 +STYLE ATHE WORLD

P42 BLOGGERS TO WATCH

P48 MISS PHIT

P52 SKORCH CELEB SPOTLIGHT - TIONNA SMALLS

COVER Photo by Trash A Rama, Model: Tess Munster, Hair/Makeup: ChaCha the hairstylist


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P58 MISS FABP70 CALI’S CORNER - DAPHNIE S. ALI

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MEET TESS


and you should“I LOVE MY CURVES

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How do you apply fake eyelashes?

First you make hold the lashes up to your natural lashes and measure thelength of the falsies. You want to make sure the end doesn't go past your natural lash line. Cut shorter if needed. Then, put a little bit (and I mean little) oflash glue on the lashes and you blow on the lash strip to get the glue tacky so it will adhere without sliding all over your lid. Then, you apply them while looking down (if possible), it's easier to apply them if your eyes aren't closed. Apply as close as possible to your lash-line, using a pairof tweezers to push lashes down and the close your eyes until glue feels dry. VOILA!

How do you make your eyebrows so perfect?

This is a tough one to answer without actually show-ing you. I can tell you DON'T use pencil if you want perfect, natural looking brows. You need to use a brow powder like Benefit's Browzing or any eyeshadow of your choice that matches your hair color. Basically, I don't use a typical angled brush, I use the 231 small shader brush mac because it has the most control, and I like the shape of the brush. I start in the corner and lay the brush flat and horizontal to create the corner of my brow, I then turn the brush vertically and go in a sweeping motion and create the arch of my brow. This brush is good for creating a great, clean tip of the brow too. Then, I just fill in any gaps and make them as big/small as I feel like that day. (brow tutorial coming soon!)

How long does it take you to get ready?

About 1 hour, depending on what I'm doing to my hair :)

How do you keep your tummy so flat looking? It's an illusion, my tummy is not flat at all. Mostly, If I'm going to choose to expose my tummy for a shoot, I focus on the upper part of my stomach which is flat..er. The rest of my stomach is not so amazing. I do drink a lot of water though, and do try and stay away from a lot of alcohol and soda, which are also not good for your skin.

How do you keep your skin so smooth and breakout free?

Again, it's all about drinking tons of water and staying away from too much alcohol. Also, I NEVER go to sleep with my makeup on. Even if I'm exhausted (which is most days), I always wash my face. I also get facial's regularly, and moisterize, moisterize, moisterize!!

Tell me how your bangs always look SO per-fect!!

I see an amazing hair stylist regularly that gives me perfect fringe, but in betweencuts, I maintain them myself, and it’s all her technique! The secret? My bangs are cut with MEN’S CLIPPERS, NOT SCIZ-ZORS.(You get a perfect fringe every time with clippers, promise!)She then sprays them with tons of hairspray, and then uses a small backcomb to comb them all into place :)

from tess’ blog

Read the rest of the Tess’ original post here --> http://theplussizelife.blogspot.com/2011/11/oh-make-me-over.html

as a makeup artist and blogger, tess gets asked all the time how she does it. how do you do it tess??


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Tess featured in Domino Dollhouse Campaign (left)


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White Lace Neck Shirt-Curvysta Black Label Collection ($255)Black Hi Waist Pant-Curvysta Black Label Collection ("Nicole" Pants $275)Headpiece-Arturo Rios/CurvystaShoes-Cato (Debanie)Styled by Bella Styles & Jovanna Reyes

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model: rea williams is a REAL model of the Plus10 Division for Youtheary Khmer (ATL,GA)www.youtube.com/user/MsJuiceyRaewww.facebook.com/RaeofbeautyDesigner-Tyrell HolmesStylist-Jovanna ReyesPhotographer-Kermit GreshamMUA-Angela MichelleHair-Angie Clinton

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two up-and-comers partner for a

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FASHION by www.fashiontofigure.comModel-Tracie WashingtonHair-Angie ClintonMUA-Angela MichelleStylist-Jovanna ReyesPhotographer-Kermit Gresham


Here's Bella Styles list of curvy bloggers who make the world go around in a curvy motion:

LaCara of http://www.ohlalacurves.blogspot.com/ (England)Karen of http://curvycanadian.blogspot.com/ (Canada)Nichole of http://nikstarr.blogspot.com/ (California)Stephanie of http://www.leblogdebigbeauty.com/ (Paris)Valerie of http://blogtobealive.com/ (Belgium)Lauren of http://www.pocketrocketfashion.com/ (London)Kimberly of http://www.fabfindsunder50.com/ (Indianapolis, IN)



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tis the season to be fitholiday must-havesBy: Bonnielee Cuevas

Tis the Season for family, friends and gatherings but let’s not deny presents are just as important. Why not ask Santa for some of these fit and healthy gifts that will recharge your New Year.

Adidas MiCoach a virtual trainer that helps you get ready to run any distance.IPad with apps for days you can get fit anywhere, anytime right from your electronic device. Take ad-vantage of the multitude of uses with this device.Nike every girl needs to tap into their plus size ath-letic wear. Yes Nike does make Athletic Wear that go up to sizes 3x.Spoonk at www.spoonkspace.com for curvy yogi’s everywhere. A travel size, eco friendly, yogi friendly, acupressure mat. It is based on the principles of Acupressure and Shiastu Massage. It’s like a mas-sage to go.Hydros Bottle www.hydrosbottle.com/shop a self filtering water bottle that you can take anywhere is worth the investment. If you are hydrating several times a day why not start the New Year on an eco-friendly mission that gets you healthier. Celebrate the holidays with an outlook that will give you a head start on your healthy journey. You know you’ve been nice and not naughty so I am sure Santa will reward you with the gift of fitness.

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Bonnielee Cuevas a Native New Yorker and Proud Latina is a Writer, Plus Size Model, Makeup Artist, Fashion Styl-ist and Wellness Expert (including Zumba Instructor), and Speaker. She had dedicated her life to empowering wom-en worldwide to live the best life they can live through faith, love and nurturing. She is the founder of www.PinkCoutureLife.com a company that brings beauty, fash-ion and wellness to women through an online magazine, online shopping and Pink on the Go services that includes makeup artists, fashion stylists and wellness experts for women nationwide. She is also the founder of the self -titled site www.BonnieleeCuevas.com

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with this month's Guest.....Author & Relationship Coach Tionna Smallsby Skorch Executive Fashion Editor: Bella Styles

In last month's issue I did a photoshoot with VH1's "What Chilli Wants" star, Tionna Smalls. So for this issue of Skorch I have my actual interview with Tion-na and part two of our photoshoot. Tionna served as TLC singer Chilli's relationship expert on the show and is now releasing her second relationship book entitled, "Men Love Abuse". In last month's Skorch issue I featured Tionna in all Ashley Stewart clothing to show her more urban glamour side. This month I'm styling her in Holiday 2011 looks from Lane Bryant. I'm so happy to announce that Tionna also chose one of my looks for the "Men Love Abuse" book cover. I got a chance to do a Q & A with Tionna and here's what she had to say:

What was your inspiration for writing your new book, "Men Love Abuse"?I wrote "Men Love Abuse" based on my experi-ence with men and being around men. I realized that men didn't act nice to women who were nice to them. I realized then that men loved abuse and needed to be called out on that very fact.

What important message would you like for your women readers to take away from this new book?I want them to be strong and realize that they can't be too nice to a man if they plan on keeping that man. I want them to know that their happiness is the most important thing in the world.Do you plan on doing a nationwide book tour or motivational seminars to inspire women on the topic of relationships?Yes I have some great plans to do that. I also want to teach women that love for self is the most impor-tant and greatest love of all.

In addition to your wonderful career as an author, I

also hear of another passion of yours, fashion. As a Richmond, VA girl I'm so excited to learn that you're opening a new plus-size boutique here called, "Maj-esty's Closet". How did this venture come about and what made you decide on the boutique name? I dressed my behind off on the second season of "What Chilli Wants." Fans from all over used to ask me where did I shop and I realized that there wasn't one specific spot. I shopped all over. So I said you know what, its time for a place where a thick girl can shop for all kind of items and be fabulous while doing so. I told my sister about the idea and she loved it and we decided to be business partners. Majesty is my niece's name (my business partner's daughter) and it also means "queen". I remember seeing Queen Size on the tights we bought back in the day. So Queen meant plus and it all just added up. Majesty's Closet is all about the thicker girl being fabulous and dressing better than her size 4 friends.

What type of clothing and designers do you plan to carry in Majesty's Closet?We plan to sell everything fabulous from dresses, leggings, hot sweaters, and even larger sized shoes. We will sell any designer who has the hot 'ish whether they are known or unknown. Its just all about the plus size girl being majestic.

What is your personal fashion style?I'm just a fab girl. I love vintage stuff like half hats and hair pieces. I love cute bags and accessories but most of all I just love looking extra! I change my style up all of the time because I love a variety of things.

If plus-size ladies would like to model for your bou-tique or better yet shop there, when is the launch date and contact info?If you are a plus size model who would like to model for Majesty's Closet, you can email my partner who is our fashion director at [email protected]. We plan on launching the site in January and our showroom will be opened in February/March. We can't wait. We will definitely change the face of "plus size."You can learn more about Majesty's Closet at www.majestyscloset.com and follow us at twitter.com/MajestysCloset.

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Tionna Smalls from VH1’s “What Chilli Wants”

clothing info:Outfit #1Black Ruffled velvet blazer $79.95 Sizes 14-28 www.lanebryant.comGold lamé A-line skirt $64.95 Sizes 14-20 www.lanebryant.comLace bustier top $56.95 Sizes 14-28 www.lanebryant.comNecklace and Bracelet from www.ashleystewart.comShoes and Earrings: Tionna's Own

Outfit #2(Tionna and Bella having a little "twin" fun on the set):Ponte knit colorblock dress Now $69.99 (Tionna in 'Deep Purple', Bella in 'Fanfare') Sizes 14/16-26/28 www.lanebryant.comTionna's Necklace by www.ashleystewart.comTionna's Shoes: Her OwnBella's Shoes: Jessica Simpson "Vadio" in Blue Violet $98 www1.macys.comBella's Hat from Dots

photoshoot info:Celebrity: Tionna Smalls (www.tionnasmallsonline.com)Fashion Stylist: Bella Styles (www.bellastyles.com)Photographer: Kermit Gresham of Beau Monde Fashion Group ([email protected])Make-Up Artist: Charlene Easter of Epiphany Beauty ( www.epiphany-beauty.com)Hairstylist: Tahnesha Ervin (www.topnotchstyles1.com)


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Balenciaga Paris Holiday Gift Set $100 / Prada ‘Candy’ Holiday Set $108 / Two-Tone Faux Fur Coat Asos $144 / H by Halston for Bakers Pumps $160 / Clutch by Eloquii for The Limited $39.90 / “Mia” Dress from Curvaceous Boutique $159 / Smoothing Lingerie from City Chic $69 / Spike Pumps from Bakers $165 / Miss Piggy MAC Makeup - Waiting List

With Christmas right around the corner what better time to give Santa your list of all your favorite things that you want. I love this time of year. I'm a beauty & fragrance kinda girl and you can get sets of your favorite scents at the same price you would a single bottle. I personally think that fragrance last longer when you layer it with the shower gel, lotion then the actual per-fume. Here are some new scents that I must have:

Balenciaga Paris Holiday Gift Set $100 / Prada ‘Candy’ Holiday Set $108 / Two-Tone Faux Fur Coat Asos $144 / H by Halston for Bakers Pumps $160 / Clutch by Eloquii for The Limited $39.90 / “Mia” Dress from Curvaceous Boutique $159 / Smoothing Lingerie from City Chic $69 / Spike Pumps from Bakers $165 / Miss Piggy MAC Makeup - Waiting List

missfabIn a world where fashion influences everything we breathe, and touch I was transcended across the

ocean and into another country “Spain”. In Spain I found a fashion influence known as Sacramento amate Martínez. An avid fashion blogger at www.mispapelicos.com also known as my papers. She brought a vibrant and fresh perspective to the world I know as beauty and fashion. In this interview we discuss herinspirations and her truths. En un mundo donde la moda influye todo lo que respiramos y toquemos fui traspasado a través del océano y en otro país "España". En España, he encontrado una influencia de moda conocido como Sacramento Amate Martínez. Un blogger de moda ávido en www.mispapelicos.com. Ella trajo una perspectiva fresca y vibrante al mundo que sé como belleza y moda. En esta entrevista analizamos sus verdades y sus inspiraciones.

1. Tell us a little about who you are and where you come from?I am a Spanish- English teacher and Nutritionist who took early retirement in order to follow other passions in life, such as fashion and travelling. I see fashion as a means of self-expression through clothes. Soy una profesora de español-inglés y nutricionista que decidió prejubilarse muy pronto para poder seguir otras pasiones en la vida, como la moda o el viajar. Veo la moda como una forma de expresión a través de la ropa. 2. Living in Andalucia, Spain do you think there is a difference between the Fashion styles found in the US and in Spain? If so how?When I visited the States, apart from New York where you can breath style, I found that most women wore pants and t-shirts. I know trousers are comfortable, but they can also be a deadly trap.Cuando visité los Estados Unidos, aparte de Nueva York donde se respira estilo, encontré que la mayoría de las mujeres vestían con pantalones y camisetas. Sé que los pantalones son cómodos, pero también

una trampa mortal.3. Does where you live inspire your sense of fashion and style?My style comes from within regardless from where I live. Again, it is a way of self-expression through clothes. Putting an outfit together gives me such a thrill and pleasure. Even more when it seems as if the pieces magically clicked together. Mi estilo nace de mis adentros independientemente del lugar en que viva. Como dije, una forma de expresión a través de la ropa. Conjuntar un atuendo me produce una inmensa emoción y placer. Y mucho más cuando parece como si las piezas se engarzaran por arte de magia.4What inspires your sense of fashion?I get my inspiration from everything and everybody: magazines, buildings, people, films,art, bloggers…Obtengo mi inspiración de todo y todos: revistas, edificios, gente, películas, arte, bloggers… 5. What are your fashion must haves?Skits, boots and belts. I never have enough. I am starting to wear more dresses now, but never ever trousers.Faldas, botas y cinturones. Nunca tengo bastantes. Estoy empezando a ponerme más vestidos ahora, pero nunca jamás pantalone. 6. What are your accessory must haves?Big chuncky necklaces, bracelets and earrings. I love and collect earrings.Grandes collares, pulseras y pendientes. Adoro y colecciono pendientes. 12. What are the top 3 things that you love about Spain?How important family bonds are, its people, the sun, the variety of countryside in such a small land; the glorious food, and the ability to live life to the full. La importancia de los lazos familiar, sus gentes, el sol, la variedad de paisajes en tan pequeño espacio de tieraa; su maravillosa comida y la habilidad de vivir la vida a tope.

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Sacramento amate Martínez

7. Does size matter when it comes to fashion and one's sense of style?Absolutely not. Absolutamente no. 8. What are your top 3 places to shop in Spain?We do not have vintage shops or flea markets, so I do most of my shopping in England, Germany o Ebay.No tenemos tiendas vintage o mercadillos de segun-da mano en España, así es que hago la mayoría de mis compras en Inglaterra, Alemania o Ebay. 9. What inspired you to document your fashion jour-ney through "Mis Papelicos"?I have been keeping notes and cut-outs in notebooks, (that´s why the name of my blog: MIS PAPELICOS - my little papers or cut-outs) for as long as I can remem-ber, so I decided to go a step forward by starting my own blog.He estado guardando notas y recortes de moda en cuadernos ( de ahí el nombre de mi blog” MIS PA-PELICOS” mis pequeños recortes de papel) desde que recuerdo, así es que decidí dar un paso más y crear

mi propio blog. 10. Does age matter when it comes to fashion and style?Age is only a number. There are old people at 20 and very young ones at 90.The older you get the more free to express yourself and the less you care about other people´s opinions. La edad es solo un número- hay ancianos de 20 años y jóvenes de 90.Cuanto más envejeces sientes mayor libertad para ex-presarte y te importa menos la opinión de los demás. 11. What key pieces will you never live without and that transcend from season to season, or year after year?I am not attached to things, but to style .No estoy atada a las cosas, sólo al estilo. 11. Who are your favorite designers?When looking for the coming season trend I always check D&G, Marc Jacobs and Prada first. Cuando busco las tendencias de la nueva temporada siempre miro primero a D&G, Marc Jacobs y Prada.



December 1, 2011 Dear Readers:

It’s December 1st and you still haven’t even started cracking on your holiday shopping. DON'T PANIC!!! Big Business shopping isn’t the only way to go this holi-day season. In fact there are a plethora of small businesses to shop from, right here in our curvy community. Here you’ll find a list of some of my favorite places to shop small business for the holidays.

Happy Shopping!!Love,N.

For Your Listening Pleasure:

• If you haven’t heard by now, SKORCH blog-ger “Love,Nati” is in a band called Ninja Betty and the Nunchix and well frankly put, they rock. To check them out and download a track for a friend you can go to:http://ninjabettyandthenunchix.bandcamp.com

• Former SKORCH Music Editor Natalia McCa-rty and her band THE JSE have a brand new album The Trouble With Neith that’s chock full of great-ness. To download some or all of their latest album head to: http://itunes.apple.com/us/album/the-trouble-with-neith/id434060856• Singer Radjulari’s new album – Honey Wine has been winning over critics with just the right combination of smoke and sweet. To buy some or all of her latest album please go to: http://itunes.apple.com/us/album/honeywine/id473118427?ign-mpt=uo%3D4

For your reading list:• One sure fire not to miss “Stocking Stuffer” is a copy of The Curvy Fashionista – Marie Denee’s debut E-Book, “Keeping it Curvy.Confident.Chic”. This book is guaranteed to put a smile on your fa-vorite fatshionista’s face. To buy: http://www.curvyconfidentchic.com/blog-ger-exclusive/

• Of course I couldn’t mention books without bringing up my own mother – author Gail Rae’s latest release “What is It and How did I get it.” An autobiographical guide to dealing with the early stages of CKD. More Info: http://www.myckdexperi-ence.com/

Dazzle me (OR Jewelry):• Heart’s Desire Jewelry – voted no.1in De-signer Jewelry for 2010’s SF GATE BEST OF THE BAY LIST, has long been a favorite for their handcrafted pieces designed to touch a Woman’s heart. http://heartsdesirejewelry.com/

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