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What it’s Like Existing as a Plus-Size Body in a Latinx Family

Laysha MacedoMarch 30, 2022March 31, 2022

by Laysha MacedoMarch 30, 2022March 31, 2022020733

When it comes to my perception of body, I learned early on that being “gorda” is perceived as a bad thing in our culture. At family functions, the women and men in my family would talk in circles separately and...

Fashion

15 Trailblazing Plus-Size Models You Should Know About

V. Alexandra de F. SzoenyiOctober 15, 2019January 29, 2021

by V. Alexandra de F. SzoenyiOctober 15, 2019January 29, 2021040756

For centuries, the modeling industry had one look and very few sizes. The majority of them were thin, tall, and usually a size four or smaller. The lack of representation of women of various shapes and sizes left many women...

Culture

29 Curvy Plus-Size Latina Models to Follow on Instagram

Yvette MontoyaSeptember 9, 2019August 4, 2020

by Yvette MontoyaSeptember 9, 2019August 4, 20201193492

Our culture has a serious obsession with women having bodies that are deemed socially acceptable and beautiful. The standards that have been thrown at us have varied over the years. But the unifying factor has always been that women have...

Culture Fashion

Sofia Vergara Launches Size Inclusive Denim Collection For Walmart

HipLatinaFebruary 6, 2019November 25, 2020

by HipLatinaFebruary 6, 2019November 25, 202002570

Sofia Vergara is known for her bold and fun personality as well as being a powerhouse in Hollywood and an astute businesswoman. Now she can add denim queen to her long list of talents with the launch of Sofia Jeans...

Culture

5 Things That Taught Me How To Love My Fat Body

HipLatinaDecember 12, 2018August 18, 2020

by HipLatinaDecember 12, 2018August 18, 2020111760

Seven years ago I made the decision to love my body. I had spent so much time hating my reflection. I missed out on so much of my life because I always thought I had to be skinny to live...

Culture

Plus-Size Model Mercado On Landing “Face The Truth” Show

Sonia RamirezSeptember 25, 2018September 10, 2020

by Sonia RamirezSeptember 25, 2018September 10, 202001860

Rosie Mercado is a multi-talented and empowering Latina encouraging you to “live your best authentic life!” With the kind of presence that commands a room, Mercado is set to take the stage on her newest venture that debuted this September...

Culture

Denise Bidot Gets Real About Latinx Identity and Beauty Diversity

HipLatinaSeptember 17, 2018September 8, 2020

by HipLatinaSeptember 17, 2018September 8, 202003376

Last week, plus-size model and body positive advocate Denise Bidot walked the runway for the last show of New York Fashion Week. The 32-year-old joined two-time Olympic gymnast Aly Raisman, Beauty influencer and YouTuber Jackie Aina, comedian Lilly Singh, and...

Lifestyle

This Is What It Really Looks Like When You Quit Your Job To Become A Full-Time Influencer

HipLatinaAugust 6, 2018September 11, 2020

by HipLatinaAugust 6, 2018September 11, 202002130

Ten years ago the idea of making a living out of being an “influencer” didn’t exist. Today I travel the world, get free clothes, take pictures of my outfits, eat at 5 star restaurants, stay in mansions or luxury hotels, attend...

Lifestyle

5 Women Explain Why They Chose Not to Shed for the Wedding

Giselle CastroJuly 12, 2018October 8, 2020

by Giselle CastroJuly 12, 2018October 8, 202002230

I had been engaged for about a week and was swiping in at my gym, when a personal trainer lingering nearby spotted my engagement ring. He started small talk asking me when I was getting married and then presumptuously said...

Fashion

12 Things To Know About Plus-Size Colombian Model Natalia Lorenzo

HipLatinaJune 13, 2018September 29, 2020

by HipLatinaJune 13, 2018September 29, 2020014232

Recently plus-size model Natalia Lorenzo went viral on Twitter. The model was praised for showing off her back chichos in an ASOS ad, making us all proud of having our own. The tweet left us wanting to know more about the...

Fashion

I’m a Size 20 and I Tried SAVAGE X FENTY Lingerie By Rihanna

HipLatinaJune 12, 2018September 28, 2020

by HipLatinaJune 12, 2018September 28, 202017677

Disclaimer: This is not a sponsored post. Our writer purchased the products herself and wrote her real experience with the lingerie for HipLatina. After seeing how inclusive Fenty Beauty was in shades of foundation and how amazing the products were,...

Culture

22 Plus-Size Swimsuits That Will Make You Slay This Summer

HipLatinaJune 9, 2018September 28, 2020

by HipLatinaJune 9, 2018September 28, 202005644

There’s nothing like celebrating summer by enjoying a nice day on the beach. For many women, that means sporting stylish bikinis and one-pieces. For plus-size women like myself, we’re often forced to wear shorts and shirts in efforts to hide...