There’s no place like the South and these southern plus size bloggers are ready to show us just that! Atlanta, one of our favorite southern gems, is one of the most happening cities in the USA. Besides being the HQ of The Curvy Fashionista and CNN, Atlanta boasts things like the Atlanta Beltline (22 miles of urban renewal, following railroad tracks!), the National Center of Civil and Human Rights and incredible restaurants and culture!
While we will be writing more about things to do in ATL as the TCF Style Expo, gets closer. In the meantime, let’s talk about some of our favorite plus size bloggers who call the south home!
14 Southern Plus Size Bloggers To Watch
Marie Denee
I mean, DUH! Naturally we had to kick off with Marie, one of the OG plus size southern bloggers. While she’s located in Atlanta now, Marie hails from the West Coast. Marie and her dog, Mocha, love being in Atlanta. When she’s not writing and building her empire, Marie can be found taking Mocha for a walk in downtown ATL or checking airfares for an international getaway.
Crystal Daniels
Crystal is the founder of Society of Harlow, and blogs about music, fashion and fitness. This Atlanta-based blogger rocks bold and bright patterns.
Hailing from PA, Crystal said this about living in Atlanta, “Atlanta is bold, vibrant, historic, and revolutionary! From the civil rights movement to southern hip hop, Atlanta is the home of groundbreaking talent and movements. What I love most about Atlanta is its unapologetic display of how multifaceted and diverse the city and its people can be. For example, one day you can do yoga while listening to trap music in the park and the next marching down Peachtree protesting a social injustice. Atlanta is filled with movers, shakers, dreamers, and doers, you don’t have to fit into one mold from fashion, music, art, and lifestyle!”
Alex Sundstrom
You can feel Alex’s infectious and bright energy just scrolling through her Instagram and blog, Chubby Struggles. She blogs about business, travel, mental health – and, of course, – plus size fashion! Alex is a proud Houstonian, saying, “There’s never a dull moment here! I’m still discovering new restaurants and events.” Alex is also working on growing the plus community in Houston, and is co-hosting “Clutch City Curves: Fancy Fat Party” on June 16 with Londen Underwood!
Pepper M
Ok so we might be a little biased with this one since Pepper is the Social Media Manager for TCF Style Expo BUT she is so fabulous that we can’t have this list without her. When Pepper isn’t making athleisure look couture, she can be found sharing her fashion forward views on Pretty Plus Pep.
Triena Deniese
Triena Deniese is an “ATL Shawty Blogger,” whose photos make me ready to go to the beach! I especially love how Triena mixes patterns! “Living in Atlanta is the perfect blend for the true southern belle who has big city dreams!” says Triena. “Being an ATLien gives me the fast-pace lifestyle that I love for my career, but peace and tranquility is always within arms reach the minute I step outside of the city limits. It’s truly the best of both worlds!”
Miranda
Miranda is the Kentucky-based blogger behind The Plus Life Blog, where she shares posts on interior and home design, business and plus size fashion. She and her hubby just bought their first house, so I’ll be glued to her IG Stories, seeing how she updates it!
On living in Kentucky, Miranda shared, “Kentucky’s charm is all about its people. There is a special sense of warmth and hospitality that is unmatched. People genuinely have an interest in one another’s lives and care deeply for one another,” she says. “Family is everything here and friends are considered family too. Not to mention… we have the best fried chicken, bourbon, horses and college basketball you could want.”
Ramona Okonya
Ramona is a blogger from Atlanta over at Ramona O. She’s also the creator of #TallAndDope, a hashtag that celebrates tall babes! I love her glamorous style! On living in ATL, Ramona says, “I love living in Atlanta because I’m a native of city & love seeing the constant evolution of ATL. I believe legends are made in Atlanta & I’m striving to be one of them!”
Maui B
Did you know that Maui B from Phat Girl Fresh and Marie are sister? I totally kid but don’t they favor in that “OMG they are both gorgeous goddesses” kind of way? Maui B is one fierce woman period. She’s out here battling cancer and looking fly while doing it. We are 100% here for this!
Rosey Blair
Rosey is a plus size actress, photographer and blogger behind RoseyBeeme. She moved to Dallas, TX, from Los Angeles, and fell in love with the city. “There’s a rich history when it comes to Dallas style,” says Rosey. “It’s no secret its the birthplace of Neiman Marcus and home to many a Mary Kay lady, but the diverse creatives who have roots in this city are what make it a great place today.”
Tierra Powell
Tierra is living her best life in Atlanta, where she blogs on The Curvy Girl Chronicles. She describes Atlanta as “a mini melting pot.”
Tierra continued on, talking about the amazing people in ATL: “Whatever you love to do you can find a community here for it. If you like art, fashion, sports, politics, are a photographer, an entertainer, you are a foodie, whatever, there is something in Atlanta for you do. Even though I wasn’t born here, Atlanta is my second home and I wouldn’t have it any other way!”
Jeniese H.
Grace and beauty are definitely characteristic of Jeniese! She has an effortless ease that goes into her looks that makes it so you just want her to create a look book of her entire wardrobe!
Natalie Drue
Natalie of Natalie Means Nice calls Dallas, Texas home. She’s blogger and model, who could also be considered a “vlogger” via her Instagram Stories! Natalie posts a lot about her dogs, travel, and living your best life!
On living in Dallas, Natalie shared, “I love that Dallas is a hub for so many kinds of people. Also, there are so many different kinds of art, music, food are everywhere you turn!”
Gess Pugh
There is something about the SOUTH, because all of these bloggers radiate an incredible amount of, well, joy! The joy of Gess (“Jess with a G”) is palpable in her pictures. You can follow her style adventures over at Gess Flyy!
Nikki Free Style
I’m a little obsessed with Nikki’s branding! She describes herself as “The Stylish Life & Times of a Slightly Bougie Black Girl,” and she calls Atlanta home! NikkiFree Style really shows different styles for different times of the week. From brunch looks to office and business wear, she’s got it all!
Nikki loves Atlanta, saying, “Atlanta is the center of Black culture and success in America, and the #1 reason I love living here. In 1971, Ebony Magazine declared Atlanta as the “Black Mecca of the South,” and that has been true ever since. African-American success in business, entertainment and politics is evident in Atlanta and I love being immersed in it all.From Bankhead to Buckhead, you can see the amazing influence Black culture has had on this great city, and the cost of living is still very affordable as well.”
AP Young
Do you ever read someone’s Instagram bio and think, “OMG be my friend?” That’s how I felt reading AP’s! She describes herself as a “Brilliantly basic mom, wife, mental health advocate and self proclaimed plus size fashionista.” She’s also 1/3 of Fluffy Girl Tribe, a plus size collective based in the South!
These bloggers have me itching to visit the South!!
Did we miss any plus size southern bloggers? Who are you hoping to meet at the TCF Style Expo this August? Sound off in the comments!!
Reminder: Join us at the TCFStyle Expo from August 11-12. Marie Denee will also be leading a full day workshop on blogging, the Blogger Mastermind Day (getting into real and actionable solutions) on August 10! Purchasing a ticket for the Blogger Mastermind Day includes a VIP ticket to the Expo! There is a cap on these tickets so be sure to grab yours before they sell out!
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I love following Rosey! She’s full of amazing fashion advice, and love how much she shares about her personal life, too. Checking out the rest of the gals listed today- thank you for sharing!