Podcast appearances and mentions of nicolette mason

A note from team Getting Curious: This episode contains descriptions of violence that are at times graphic. Women in Iran aren't allowed to dance, sing, or show their hair in public. But it wasn't always this way in the country. In part two of our conversation with Moj Mahdara and Nicolette Mason of the Iranian Diaspora Collective, we're exploring the history of the Islamic Republic of Iran—and considering what a free, secular democracy, a new constitution, and an end to theocracy could look like for Iranians. If you haven't listened to part one yet, check it out. We discuss the basics on what it's like to live in Iran today, and map out the women-led revolution underway in the country. You can follow Iranian Diaspora Collective on Instagram @iraniandiasporacollective, and at iraniandiasporacollective.com. Nicolette is on Instagram @nicolettemason. Moj is on Instagram @moj.  And you can follow us on Instagram and Twitter @CuriousWithJVN to join the conversation. The Iranian Diaspora Collective (501c3 pending) is a non-partisan, multi-faith group that is inclusive of multiple backgrounds, gender and LGBTQIA+ identity. The Iranian Diaspora Collective supports the demands of Iranians inside Iran who want a free, secular democracy, a new constitution and an end to theocracy. Nicolette Mason (she/her) is a celebrated writer, brand strategist in the fashion and beauty industries, and advocate for Inclusivity. She's a queer, Iranian-American, Jewish advocate, and a founding member of the Iranian Diaspora Collective. As an advocate for diversity and inclusion, Nicolette has collaborated with brands such as Barbie, Nordstrom, Target, NARS, and more, and also co-founded a cult-followed fashion brand called Premme, alongside Gabi Gregg. Moj Mahdara (she/they), is an Iranian-American entrepreneur, CEO and VC, a co-founder of Kinship Ventures and founding member of Iranian Diaspora Collective. They are focused on bringing more inclusion and diversity to the cap table and have invested in 100+ companies since 2011. Mahdara recently co-founded new fund Kinship Ventures alongside Gwyneth Paltrow. They are also the former CEO of Beautycon, a globally-recognized community for content creators, celebrities, fans, and brands. Jonathan is on Instagram and Twitter @JVN and @Jonathan.Vanness on Facebook. Transcripts for each episode are available at JonathanVanNess.com. Our executive producer is Erica Getto. Our editor is Andrew Carson. Production support from Julie Carrillo, Chris McClure, and Erin McKeon. Our theme music is “Freak” by QUIÑ; for more, head to TheQuinCat.com.

A note from team Getting Curious: This episode contains descriptions of violence that are at times graphic. If you haven't heard about the women-led revolution happening in Iran, or you thought things had quieted down, that's by design. The Islamic Republic of Iran has banned women from dancing, singing, and showing their hair in public. And they've restricted Internet access for people across the country. Still, taking these risks—and showing the world—is worth it to Iranians who want a free, secular democracy, a new constitution, and an end to theocracy. This week, Moj Mahdara and Nicolette Mason—two founding members of the Iranian Diaspora Collective—join Jonathan for a two-part conversation about the country's biggest protest movement in more than 40 years, and what's at stake for women, young people, LGBTQIA+ people, and ethnic and religious minorities in particular. In part one, we'll focus on the last six months in Iran. In part two—out tomorrow—we'll explore the history of the Islamic Republic, and what the future could hold for the people of Iran. You can follow Iranian Diaspora Collective on Instagram @iraniandiasporacollective, and at iraniandiasporacollective.com. Nicolette is on Instagram @nicolettemason. Moj is on Instagram @moj. Follow us on Instagram and Twitter @CuriousWithJVN to join the conversation. The Iranian Diaspora Collective (501c3 pending) is a non-partisan, multi-faith group that is inclusive of multiple backgrounds, gender and LGBTQIA+ identity. The Iranian Diaspora Collective supports the demands of Iranians inside Iran who want a free, secular democracy, a new constitution and an end to theocracy. Nicolette Mason (she/her) is a celebrated writer, brand strategist in the fashion and beauty industries, and advocate for Inclusivity. She's a queer, Iranian-American, Jewish advocate, and a founding member of the Iranian Diaspora Collective. As an advocate for diversity and inclusion, Nicolette has collaborated with brands such as Barbie, Nordstrom, Target, NARS, and more, and also co-founded a cult-followed fashion brand called Premme, alongside Gabi Gregg. Moj Mahdara (she/they), is an Iranian-American entrepreneur, CEO and VC, a co-founder of Kinship Ventures and founding member of Iranian Diaspora Collective. They are focused on bringing more inclusion and diversity to the cap table and have invested in 100+ companies since 2011. Mahdara recently co-founded new fund Kinship Ventures alongside Gwyneth Paltrow. They are also the former CEO of Beautycon, a globally-recognized community for content creators, celebrities, fans, and brands. Jonathan is on Instagram and Twitter @JVN and @Jonathan.Vanness on Facebook. Transcripts for each episode are available at JonathanVanNess.com. Our executive producer is Erica Getto. Our editor is Andrew Carson. Production support from Julie Carrillo, Chris McClure, and Erin McKeon. Our theme music is “Freak” by QUIÑ; for more, head to TheQuinCat.com.

Who's on Content hosted its first Live Discussion during this past September's, New York Fashion Week 2022. Who's on Content?! A Live Discussion: The Content of Fashion Inclusivity discussed how far the fashion industry has come and still needs to go in terms of truly being inclusive of everyone! Guests included DBA's own talent, Achieng Agatu; Nicolette Mason and Tenicka Boyd who each discussed the content of their platforms and how they continue to challenge stereotypes and bias in order to unite their communities.  Episode Highlights:  Being true to yourself allows you to challenge spaces and places that don't accept you, because your values and morals are worth more than any check.  Brands should establish a Creative Content Council in order to engage diverse content creators on what content will authentically and intentionally engage with their audiences - rather than treating diverse creators as guinea pigs when a brand is trying to be more inclusive  While there are still a long ways to go, there is community online that can collectively challenge and encourage diverse creators to keep striving for change.    Social Handles  Host: @iamejjames Guest: @noordinarynoire; @nicolettemason; @tenickab Show: whosoncontent | @therealdba   Produced by Dear Media.   Please note that this episode may contain paid endorsements and advertisements for products and services. Individuals on the show may have a direct or indirect financial interest in products or services referred to in this episode.

It sucks to go shopping and find something you love, only to realize it isn't made in your size. We have been there too many times, and talk a lot about how brands need to be more size inclusive. Our girl Nicolette Mason has been on the frontlines of this important conversation for a long time, and is truly a pioneer of change in the fashion industry in the best ways. She is one of the first plus size content creators we met in LA, and both Raeann and Kristina have been following her journey and benefiting from her content for forever. Nicolette is not only a content creator, Marie Claire writer, and designer, she's also a consultant for fashion brands who want to expand their sizing to be more inclusive. In this conversation we dive deep into the tangible steps brands can take to be more size inclusive, the challenges they face that consumers may not see, what's considered size inclusive, how “size inclusive” is being used as a marketing tool and how to separate your value and worth from the size of clothing you wear.   “No one looks at a plus size person and thinks, ‘I want to be fat,' because the world we live in literally makes being fat horrible. What's wrong with letting someone exist in their body in clothes that make them feel good? And why are people so upset about it?” - Raeann   We also talk about: How Kristina feels now that the news is out! How men and women perceive having sex on the first date “You have such a beautiful face” - is it really a compliment as a plus size person? Justice for Britney Abercrombie's ad with a visibly plus size content creator backlash What we say to people who think “fat celebration” is a thing How Nicolette gets clients for her brand consulting partnerships How she called out Marie Claire and got a job What's challenging for brands in becoming more size inclusive Old Navy's size expansion “failure” Opportunities for smaller brands to be more size inclusive  Brands that are expanding sizing well A shift in consumerism, sustainability and fast fashion Value and worth being attached to a size/number Scarcity mindset in plus size women developing personal style What is considered “size inclusive” in Nicolette's opinion What Nicolette would like to see from the fashion industry in the future Boundaries as a content creator Ask Away: Should I tell my friend I have a crush on a guy she's hooking up with knowing that she doesn't have serious feelings?   “Our bodies are so individual. Assigning any sense of morality or superiority or inferiority based on an arbitrary number, that's literally arbitrary, there's no consistency from one brand or style to the next. We can't assign our value or worth based on that.” - Nicolette   New podcast episodes of Confident Collective drop every Tuesday.   Resources: Follow Nicolette Mason on TikTok and Instagram Follow these writers/creators who talk more in depth about these topics: Aja Barber (fashion writer and theorist on consumption, ethical fashion, and developing your own personal style): @ajabarber Marielle Elizabeth (sustainability): @marielle.elizabeth Heidi (criticism on fast fashion, consumption, and influencer culture): @the_rogue_essentials Follow us on Instagram: @confidentcollective  Follow the Hosts/Founders: @kristinazias & @raeannlangas Learn more: https://www.theconfidentcollective.com/ Stay in the know with our newsletter!

You might think that “breaking the binary” is only about breaking the gender binary, but there is so much more to binary thinking.  Binary thinking refers to anytime we see the world as one way OR another. Binary thinking allows no room for the in-between. And Dominant Stories thrive on binary thinking.  To help us explore how thinking differently about our gender, beauty fashion, and identity can help us break free from our limiting beliefs, Jess is joined by two incredible guests: Addison Rose Vincent is an educator, LGBTQ+ advocate, speaker, and community organizer. Since coming out as trans and nonbinary in 2010, they've been dedicated to creating systemic change across the country. Addison eloquently breaks down what binary thinking means, and how challenging it can help us in our everyday lives. They have some pretty incredible stories to share about trans joy and gender euphoria as well!  Nicolette Mason is a fashion writer and creative consultant, you've probably read her work in Marie Claire, Glamour, Teen Vogue, or Refinery29. Nicolette hones in on how binaries play out in the fashion and beauty industries. It might surprise you to learn how much of an effect these industries have on us, and especially the self esteem of women and girls. Nicolette has been working for more than 12 years to push the needle on LGBTQ+ and body-size inclusion.  You can find Addison Rose Vincent @breakingthebinary (@breakingthebinary_ on Tiktok) or at www.breakthebinaryllc.com. You can find the Nonbinary and Intersex Recognition Project's site, which Addison mentioned, at nirp.us. And you can find Nicolette Mason @nicolettemason or at nicolettemason.com.  If you'd like access to resources to help you be a better ally, (or “accomplice,” as Jess likes to say), the beauty brand Dove has created “Proud To Be Me” to address topics ranging from inclusive language, avoiding misgendering, and challenging negative body talk. Go to Dove.com/ProudToBeMe to learn more.  Please rate, review, subscribe and share Dominant Stories with everyone you know.  If you want to learn more about Dominant Stories and how you can challenge and change them, visit jessweiner.com or follow Jess on Instagram @imjessweiner.  You can also email us about your Dominant Stories and how you are changing them - podcast@jessweiner.com or leave us a voicemail at 213 259 3033 Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com

Persian-American, fashion bias, and a life of joy. Creative consultant, Nicolette Mason, joins Grasie Mercedes in a conversation that spans from LA to NY covering topics including; standards in the fashion industry, trying to fit in, becoming yourself, and choosing joy in your life. Grasie and Nicolette titled the episode: Not Fashion Enough. OUR GUEST:  IG: @nicolettemason Twitter: @nicolettemason Facebook: Nicolette Mason Pinterest: Nicolette Mason tumblr: nicolettemason Website: https://www.nicolettemason.com/ THE SHOW: Please rate and review the show on iTunes. It really helps the show grow and be discovered: Follow NOT (BLANK) ENOUGH on Instagram You can contact us at NotBlankEnough@gmail.com © 2021 Gumption Pictures

“In general, I think just spending more time with ourselves and alone and less on the phone, less on social media, less on people’s highlight reels… being able to have time and space to know who we are outside of all of that. I think that’s how we get to a place of authenticity and then being able to share our authentic selves.” – Nicolette Mason A Los Angeles native now residing in Brooklyn, Nicolette Mason is a Jill of All Trades… a creative consultant, strategist and digital content creator she is known for being a pioneer in the plus-size fashion market. Nicolette has spent the last 12+ years focusing on creating body positivity spaces and advocating for authentic inclusivity in the fashion and beauty industries while challenging other influencers to pivot their platforms to be a resource for education and conversation. To connect with Nicolette Mason click HERETo connect with Nicolette Mason’s Blog click HERE To connect with Lauren Chan click HERETo connect with SCHUTZ click HERETo learn more about Lauren Chan’s Deep Truth Campaign with SCHUTZ click HERE

I have Nicolette Mason joining me this week to help answer your pressing questions! While you may know this L.A. native turned 16 year New Yorker as an influencer, Nicolette works predominately in fashion and beauty as a consultant, partnering with brands on different diversity and inclusion initiatives in order to help them authentically engage with communities. Come and hang with us as we talk about boundaries surrounding phone use, how to deal with existential dread, getting caught up in societal expectations, the idea that life is as short or as long as you make it, and the importance of searching for what actually feeds your soul and brings you fulfillment.    Produced by Dear Media

In this episode, our long-time friend Nicolette Mason joins us! Nicolette is a fellow blogger who is also a writer, strategist, body positivity content creator, and co-founder of Premme (RIP!), which was a plus size fashion brand. She shares her firsthand experiences protesting to support #BlackLivesMatter and Black trans lives and gives tips to first-time protestors. She also has recommendations for educating yourself and how to diversify the content you ingest on a daily basis. She also shares her career path, the inside scoop on her fashion line, and her favorite beauty products!   More Nicolette: @nicolettemason on Instagram @nicolettemason on Twitter   Nicolette’s Recs:   Instagram: @ihartericka @blairimani @danielleprescod @chrissyford @nikkiogun @iamjarijones @janetmock   Authors and Figures to Research: Audre Lorde James Baldwin Angela Davis Ava DuVernay 13th Documentary (Netflix) Laverne Cox’s Documentary Disclosure (Netflix) Malcolm X Eldrige Cleaver   Skin + Beauty: Lord Jones CBD Face Oil Biossance Lactic Acid Resurfacing Night Cream Ilia mascara Saie Beauty mascara Glossier Lash Slick   Hair: Pantene sulfate free rosewater nutrient blends shampoo conditioner and hair mask Crown Affair oil Briogeo rose oil     Obsessions: Picture this app Loft dresses Veet Hair Removal Gel Tracie Hervy Pottery Harlem Candle company Shani Darden Retinol   Instagram: @celiabdesigner   Books: Real Men Knit by Kwana Jackson One to Watch by Kate Stayman London Party of Two by Jasmine Guillory So You Want to Talk About Race by Ijeoma Oluo Wow No Thank You by Samantha Irby Born a Crime by Trevor Noah Older by Pamela Redmond (out in sept)   July Book Club: The Vanishing Half by Brit Bennett   Sponsor: Night: Go to discovernight.com and get 20% off with code BOP20 at checkout.   Join our FB group for amazing book recs & more!   Like and subscribe to RomComPods. Available wherever you listen to podcasts. Visit Grace’s blog, The Stripe. New posts daily!   Follow us on Instagram @badonpaperpodcast. Follow Grace on Instagram @graceatwood and Becca @beccamfreeman.  

"Everyone that I thought was 'the one', was a piece of trash."Nicolette Mason (plus-size fashion blogger) joins Nicole to discuss the latest dating buzzwords of 2020, reflecting on your self-worth, whether they've dated fans, and so much more.For more Nicole Byer, check out her new podcast - Newcomers! Her and Lauren Lapkus are watching and reviewing Star Wars films for the very first time. Subscribe today so you don't miss an episode.Rate Why Won't You Date Me 5-stars on Apple Podcasts and leave a dirty comment for a chance to have it read on-air.Follow Nicole Byer:Tour Dates: nicolebyerwastaken.com/tourdatesTwitter: @nicolebyerInstagram: @nicolebyerFacebook: www.facebook.com/nicolebyercomedyBuy Merch: https://www.teepublic.com/stores/nicole-byer?ref_id=964

Our society talks about weight loss as the ultimate achievement and something to strive for no matter what your size. But what does this do to us and the way we think about our body, weight loss, and weight gain? To dive into this topic, Katie brings in Nicolette Mason, a writer, consultant, designer, (and so much more!) who's super knowledgeable about diversity and inclusion across many spectrums! If conversations about eating disorders or weight loss are triggering to you, be mindful that these topics are going to be covered! You can follow Nicolette Mason at @nicolettemason You can follow Katie on Instagram at @katiesturino and @megababe. --- Hosted by Katie Sturino Produced and Edited by Madison Higley

This week we’re continuing our conversation about fat, ethical fashion—this time with Nicolette Mason of Premme and Allie Ayers of Bissy Swim! Listen to Part 1 of our series on Fashion here!   Today’s episode is sponsored by:   Superfit Hero! Superfit makes premium activewear in sizes XS-5XL, and they really fit!! Go to superfithero.com/saf or use code SAF at checkout to save 15% off your cute and comfy crop sports bras, shorts, and leggings!   GLDN! GLDN wants to change the way you experience jewelry. Their necklaces, rings, bracelets, and earrings are made by hand when you order! SAF listeners can use code SAF for $5 off any order between July 4 and August 4, 2019!   Get your hands on our very first merch collab! Use code SAF for 10% off your purchase of all Dazey brand items. We have sizing descriptions and more about the shirt on our instagram.    We are an independent production. If you’d like to support the work we do, you can join our Patreon by visiting patreon.com/shesallfatpod. When you pledge to be a supporter, you’ll get all sorts of goodies like our Patreon-only Facebook Group and extra content.   If you are interested in the perks available to our Patrons but you are not able to afford the monthly contribution, apply for our Patreon Scholarship! If you are a member of the Fatmily interested in becoming a sponsor, contact us here.   Need advice? Email/send voice memo to fyi@shesallfatpod.com.   Follow us! Twitter / Instagram / Get updates!   You can find us on: Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Google Play, Stitcher, Pocket Cast, PlayerFM, and CastBox.   Need something else? Check out our site: shesallfatpod.com   In this episode:    We’re Obsessed: Love Island / Younger Season 6 / Why Daniel Caesar Is Problematic /  Love Again Ft. Brandy / Chloe x Halle who knew / Emo Playlist / I Can Get Sexual Too / Kiehl’s Cannabis Face Oil / COOLA sunscreen / Dr. Barbara Sturm sun drops / Sample kit / Supergoop! / Neutrogena... See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

For international pride day, I’m honored to introduce you to my dear friend Nicolette mason, an advocate for inclusivity, designer and content creator at Nicolettemason.com  Today Nicolette and I talk about how we can be more loving and inclusive to those specifically in the LGBTQ community, how to use inclusive language, how to make people in this community feel safe, and how it all really boils down to loving your neighbor.   @nicolettemason Twitter, Instagram, Pinterest Blog nicolettemason.com The Trevor Project www.thetrevorproject.org GLAAD www.glaad.org AFFIRMATION-LGTBQ family and friends resource for members of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints https://affirmation.org

Nicolette Mason & I have followed each other on social media since around the time I started my blog, A Life in the Fashion Lane. Nicolette is an influencer, inspiration and co-founder of Premme: a new plus-size clothing company that is about expressing your personality, having fun, and not feeling limited by society’s current fashion rules. Follow Nicolette Mason on social media at @nicolettemason!

The best thing about this episode is that Jessica comes prepared with quotes and research, including the actual definition and backstory of Imposter Syndrome. Like, A+ for Jessica. (Jamie was useless in the research department, but had lots of feelings to share, so it evened out? Maybe? F for Jamie, but that's okay.) Lots of feelings about Imposter Syndrome are shared, but also feelings on receiving criticism/feedback as an artist, dealing with self-doubt, and how much of what we believe about ourselves comes from people trying to sell us shit we don't need. We kind of go IN on advertising and media. F-bombs are dropped. Not censored. Don't listen to this episode in the car with your children. Or any of our episodes for that matter. We are not responsible for your children's delicate sensibilities around the word FUCK. ;) Jamie goes off on doubt, as she's prone to do because she is prone to crippling self-doubt. GREAT. Jessica discusses how she wanted a client to love her work, but instead they had feedback. Uh oh. We talk representation and how if you don't see yourself in a room, you feel you don't belong. Gabi Fresh—QUEEN—is mentioned. (Gabi, if you're listening, please be our friend?) Body politics are discussed. Tattoos are discussed. We zigzagged a bit with this episode, but it all connected. Promise! THINGS MENTIONED: Gabi Fresh: https://www.instagram.com/gabifresh/ Nicolette Mason: https://www.instagram.com/nicolettemason/ Their clothing line: https://premme.us/ "Impostor Syndrome: How I fight the feelings that I'm a fake" by Bonnie Burton: https://www.cnet.com/news/impostor-syndrome-tips-for-feeling-less-like-a-fake/

This week we discuss fanfiction, body composition, and, FINALLY, Lizzie McGuire.   This week’s episode is sponsored by FabFitFun. Check out www.FABFITFUN.com and use the code "SAF"for $10 off your first box, making it only $39.99. #FabFitFunPartner   This episode of She’s All Fat is also sponsored by TomboyX! She’s All Fat listeners get an extra 15% off at tomboyx.com/SAF15. Ditch whatever you’re wearing for a pair of TomboyX underwear!   We’ll be at Flyover Fest, a fashion, politics and culture festival focused on inclusion, and equal representation taking place in Downtown Iowa City on April 27th and 28th. Tickets here! SAF listeners can get a discount by entering our code ”ShesAllFatAtFlyover” at checkout.  See you in Iowa!   Help us out by filling out this survey!   Every week, Sophie and April listen to a pump up song to get them ready to record! Listen to this week’s pump up song here.   To get access to further reading on today’s topics and some stuff we didn’t have time for, join our Patreon!   Need advice? Email/send voice memo to fyi@shesallfatpod.com.   Follow us! Twitter / Instagram / Get updates!   You can find us on: Apple Podcasts / Stitcher / Google Play / Pocket Cast / PlayerFM / CastBox   Need something else? Check out our site: shesallfatpod.com   Mentioned in this episode:   I’m Obsessed: Beyonce’s Plus-Sized Dancers. RiRi loves Bey. April Trying to Recover from Beychella. Children of Blood and Bone. The Summer of Jordi Perez. See Sophie at Ladies Get Paid’s Event! @iamdaniadriana Webinar!   The Meat Of It: Charing Belle in Madame Noire. Nicolette Mason on Being a Strawberry. Janet Mock on Pretty Privilege. GabiFresh on Plus Models. The Militant Baker on What We Can Do.  More on Body Composition Politics.   The links above... See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Janet talks to fashion designer Christian Siriano and fashion writer Nicolette Mason about the exclusivity of the fashion world and the importance of making clothes for all body types.

http://fromringtoveil.com/fattestbride  Today we discuss a blog post that we both found very interesting on fat brides.  Listen in to hear our commentary on all the things mentioned in the blog post.   From Blog Sweet Jane Says  **Author's Note: I wear a US size 14-16 and I fully acknowledge my privilege of being a white, acceptable fat. My experience was extremely poor and I cannot imagine (but would love to hear about) the experiences of other fat and super fat brides**  104 days still isn't enough time to get a wedding dress for a fat bride with a budget of $1500.   I should have bought my dress a year ago when I got engaged. It doesn't matter that I was pregnant at the time and had no clue what the hell my body was going to do or how it was going to look, I should have bought that dress and altered my body any which way I had to in order to fit in it. Or at least that's what I walked away with from the first (and only) bridal appointment that I arranged.   Honestly, I was on the fence about doing any bridal appointments at all. There is something about trying clothes on in front of people that really does not appeal to me. When I try stuff, I want to take it in solo and judge it worthy before I show it off, but if "Say Yes to the Dress" has taught us anything, that is just not how wedding dress shopping is done. Plus, I told myself, maybe, just maybe it will be fun.   I picked a very cute, Instagram-worthy shop on the west-side of Atlanta to be my jumping off point small shop and very intimate    My maid of honor, who is also engaged, and I (unbeknownst to each other) picked the same day and had back-to-back appointments, which was kind of magical because we could try on dresses together.   My friend, who is also plus-size, had her appointment first. She is getting married a year from now and had a bunch of stuff to choose from. In all honesty, the first dress she picked was so stunning She rocked the hell out of it.   I wanted a super boho, not too traditional dress, preferably with some lace.  We pulled seven or eight and I couldn't wait to try them on. I had a baby five months ago and abdominal surgery two weeks ago so I'll admit I'm not feeling my physical best, however, I thought I was sort of getting back to myself.Not a single dress even came close to fitting. The first dress wouldn't fit on my arms so I was forced to walk out of the dressing room pushing them in front of me like I was holding an invisible platter.   The second dress I barely squeezed into and was so tight the zipper wouldn't go up at all so the assistant shoved what looked like a pillowcase in the back of it so my entire butt wouldn't be exposed. The third one was a "very stretchy, forgiving fabric" according to my assistant, which is the only reason I was able to get it slightly into place and it was still so tight I felt (and looked) like I was jammed into a sausage casing.   I stood in the dressing room, wearing a pair of loose, high-waisted maternity underwear, and tried not to cry while my assistant held up dresses and said: "this won't fit, but imagine what it would look like on." If I want to imagine what a dress looks like on, I'll stick with my fat girl forte and buy something online.   The dress that I was most excited about, was marked 50% off because the style had been discontinued, I was not even allowed to attempt to try on because there was no way that it would fit and the assistant seemed seriously concerned that I would rip it.   Okay, so I know what you might be thinking "well you just went to the wrong place, you can go to a bridal salon with plus sizes!"   I emailed the salon and let them know my size, my wedding date, and my budget well ahead of my appointment and even made it seem like it might be an issue. They told me to come on down and that they would definitely have something to accommodate me. In fact, when we got there one of the bridal assistants even bragged about how they "do all this research" on their clients before they come so that they can pull stuff that we'll love.   I made the appointment because I wanted to feel like a bride. I've had a rough year. I had a baby, I had all these medical issues that ultimately required surgery, my relationship with my partner has been under a decent amount of stress because of this turbulence, and I haven't really gotten to do the fun wedding stuff.    Instead, I felt like an outsider intruding on this lovely world where of course nothing would fit me because I am not ideal nor am I welcome.   Sometimes it is really hard to be body positive and it is even harder to be fat positive.   This year, the average size of an American woman was officially bumped up to a 16-18, brands and retailers are slowly, but surely starting to design more fashionable, affordable plus-size clothing, and indie brands are killing the game (shout out to plus-size bloggers Gabi Gregg and Nicolette Mason whose Premme line was popular that their website crashed almost immediately after launching), so why are we still marginalizing plus-size brides?   After my appointment, my bridal assistant sent me an email and said that my timeline and price point were the problem and told me to check out Reformation or BHLDN. I'm familiar with both. Neither stock plus-sizes.    Jane Janeczko is a Northeastern-born, Midwestern-educated, Southern transplant currently living and writing in Atlanta, Ga. This just mostly means that she doesn't have any discernible accent, but she does say some words weird. She likes dogs, ugly clothes, and dying her hair. You can reach her via email at jane.janeczko@me.com or on Instagram @jane_czko.  ***Listener question***  Hi Shannon & Kim,  First of all, thank you SO much for your awesome podcast! I found it shortly after I got engaged and it’s been so helpful throughout my planning process.  I’m hoping you can help me with a unique question about my wedding day jewelry. I’m wearing this totally awesome illusion neckline dress that I’m kind of obsessed with, and from the moment I tried it on I knew I wanted to wear it with my hair up and with some drop earrings. That got my mom really excited because she wore some really pretty gold drop earrings in her own wedding. They’re not super fancy; they’re from some costume jewelry designer who was popular back in the 80s (think Kendra Scott quality). My mom is SO tickled that her earrings are exactly the style that would look great with my dress, and I know she really wants me to wear them. I agree with her that it would be really special for both of us, and I think the earrings are beautiful in every aspect except for one – the color.  What I’m struggling with, and what I haven’t told my mom yet, is that I really want my wedding day jewelry to be silver. Honestly, gold would clash with everything I’ve envisioned for the the overall look, feel, and color scheme of my day.  Do you think it might be possible for a jeweler to transform my mother’s earrings from gold to silver? Could they maybe plate them with Sterling or Rhodium? I’m not sure whether that’s something they would even do with costume jewelry. And if it is a possibility, how do I approach my mom about it? I’m worried she’ll be offended or hurt that the earrings in their current state aren’t quite what I want, and she might not even approve of me altering them at all.   I’m really hoping you can help because this has got me pretty stressed out and you ladies always seem to give such sound advice!   Thanks so much,   Alli  Remember you can reach us anytime by emailing info@fromringtoveil.com  Subscribe to the podcast: {Apple Podcasts} {Google Play} {Stitcher} {Youtube}    -Until next time, No Stress No Worries Keep Calm and Listen On-  

There's lots to cover in this episode after our 3 month hiatus! We talk about the Instagram post by a husband who talked about how he loved his wife even though she's 'thick', the new fashion label Premme created by plus bloggers Nicolette Mason and Gabi Fresh as well as the new Rebel Wilson movie where she's making out with Liam Hemsworth!

In this week's episode, Janine and Tshego discuss SLAYAGE. Thando Hopa, Nicolette Mason, Gabi Fresh, Tracy Oliver, Nthabeleng Likotsi and Khanyi Mbau are all DOING AMAZING (SWEETIE). Then there's the pure trash of Tbo Touch and Arthur Mafokate. The jingle you hear at the start and finish is 'Rise & Shine' by Audiobinger, from Free Music Archive.

Wedding planner and designer Jove Meyer gabs about the Real Housewives of New York City and Orange County and shares tips on selecting the right venue! Jove also chats with the the fabulous and fashionable Nicolette Mason!

This week on Oh Boy, Jay sits down with Nicolette Mason: creative consultant, Marie Claire columnist and plus-sized blogger who's had a major voice in the changing landscape of what the fashion world looks like. The daughter of immigrants, Mason shares her decision to follow a different path -- the Internet generation's American Dream -- and the process of proving to her parents that she was making the right choices, that quitting her job to enter an industry notorious for its critical eye wasn't totally insane. When discussing body positivity, industry diversity and self-acceptance, she's funny, real and bold. That's Nicolette Mason for you. Listen to learn more. Want more Nicolette? nicolettemason.com, @nicolettemason Want more Jay? @beardwizard Edited by Jay Buim Produced by Kate Barnett