Mindy Kaling's Amazing Statement on Body Image.

Photo via Levo.com

If you're unfamiliar with Mindy Kaling, she's an actress and writer. Best known for her work on The Office, and The Mindy Project.

She also was able to make an important statement on body image over this magazine cover in just one twitter statement.

You can read more about it by visiting Levo.

A History of Shapewear.

Did you know that pockets were sewn into girdles during WWII for storing important documents and items? Learn more about the history of shapewear.

You can read more by visiting Her Room.

via Her Room.

Protect Your Clothing.

photo from
http://jennyjenny-yesterdaygirl.blogspot.com/

For those of you who don't know, moths are evil little monsters that destroy your clothing. If you're planning on buying vintage you should definitely invest in some anti-moth guards.

You can read about the Yesterday Girl's encounter with these monsters by, clicking here. 

Perspective Change on Girdles.

via http://blog.cupidintimates.com/

TIME's timeline of articles on lingerie shows how attitudes about girdles, bras, and panties have changed over time.

You can read the article by clicking here.

A Reminder About Bodies.

Via Huffington Post. 

This is a photo taken by Howard Schatz back in 2002 for his book Athlete.
The photo is one of 2 that serves as a reminder that all bodies are diverse and that they are beautiful.
You can read the full article, by clicking here.

A Review Worth Reading.

Image via missjoannefitzpatrick

If you have never been to Miss Joanne FitzPatrick I suggest you do so right after you read this very quick post.

Miss Joanne has written a great review on Rago Shapewear, you can read it by clicking here.

Winter Fashion Tips for Plus Size

Youtuber My Fashionista Style has some important fashion tips to follow for plus size women this winter season.

Stay Positive With Your Body.

New Years usually comes with the resolution of one trying to get into better shape. This is not an easy task but it's one worth trying. However the most important task it to remain positive with your body, be proud of what you've been through.

Don't hate it or yourself because of what society tells you. Stay positive know that it reflects what you feel and think. You're on your journey and it's a long one.

Getting Vintage on a Budget.

The Lingerie Addict gives some great tips on buying vintage on a budget. You can read the article by clicking here.

Plastic Beauty.

It's interesting to see how much sway one toy has over us. A toy that is from our childhood meant to be played with, yet it has some unrealistic hold over us. What I'm referring to is the iconic Barbie. It has set a standard of physical appearance that is inhuman to achieve. 

Which is what got photographer Sheila Pree Bright interested in doing a series of photos entitled 'Plastic Bodies'. These photos show real woman juxtaposed with the doll, and the results are startling. 

To see her work and an article written up by the Huffington Post, click here. 

Vintage Hairstyle Guide.

If you're looking to add some vintage flair to your hair, than check out these incredible hair styles and how-to's by The Freckled Fox on Wonder Forest.