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Lizzie Haines scoops Curvy Kate modelling prize

Published on May 12, 2011 in Cheeky fun. 0 Comments Tags: , , , .
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Congratulations to the lovely Lizzie Haines on winning Star in a Bra 2011. Congraulations are also in order for large cup lingerie specialist Curvy Kate for finding Lizzie – and the fabulous Georgina Horne and Emma Donaghy who make up the top trio of prize winners!

Lizzie Haines will represent curvy women
Lizzie Haines will represent curvy women

It must have been quite a jorney, how does it feel to win?

More than a little bit surreal! To be honest it took a really long time to sink in but when it did I just felt like giggling all the time! The whole journey has been emotionally overwhelming and I couldn’t be more happy to have been voted in as the winner, I am eternally grateful.

…As you’ll see from the photos on the Curvy Kate Facebook page, Lizzie grasped the opportunity with both hands ;) Georgina will know what I’m talking about!

Do you feel any different about yourself?

I actually do yes and it was almost instantaneous. I’ve spent most of my life flitting between confidence and complete paranoia! I literally feel like I started this journey by announcing the acceptance of my own body, and now, being voted first it’s like everyone who voted has done the same. I’ve stopped slouching, I walk proud and I’m 100% more confident in myself and the things that I can achieve.

Do you feel different about bras and lingerie?

Not especially but I have learnt a few new fitting tricks and that I’m actually more comfortable in a different size now. I think there is more variety available to me and I can dress to my shape and get any bra depending on my outfit.

Are you looking forward to all the prizes?

Definitely!! I actually went up a cup size last year and it costs a fortune to replace your bra collection…I’m really looking forward to being able to treat myself to some new essential pieces that will be comfortable and improve my shape. Plus I can’t wait for the spa day…I’ve never been to a spa before so that will be a very indulgent treat!!

Last but by no means least, gorgeous curvy lady Emma Donaghy came a close second, commenting:

It feels amazing to have made the top three, there were so many stunning girls I feel humbled to have been amoung them and made it this far! Absolutely over the moon

Emma Donaghy is on cloud nine
Emma Donaghy is on cloud nine on making the top three

The ever-fabulous Georgina Horne scooped a well deserved bronze in the competition, commenting:

Thank you very much, I had mixed emotions when I found out as I knew that top two got to go to the photoshoot and so I was gutted to not have made it, but also soooooo overwhelmingly happy for Lizzie as she is utterly gorgeous with a cracking body, amazing boobies and the best personality! And Emma…well, who can fault a stunner like her!!!! So a well deserved win. Plus I have had so many lovely messages from people, and women saying that seeing a girl of my size coming third was inspiring and so I am just amazed to have got so far!!! Thank you to everyone who voted and believed in me! It has been an amazing surreal journey and the outcome was a goodun!

It’s been a great competition again this year, with curvy women from all over the UK coming together and sharing there experiences – and making some good friends too. If you’re a curvy woman then take a leaf out of their book, you may also find some of the many interviews we have done withthe top 30 contestants on Bra Selector’s Star in a Bra section.

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Georgina Horne (right) pictured with fellow contestants Lizzie and Sophia

Every year, the Star in a Bra competition searches the UK for a D plus, naturally curvy, real woman to become the face and body of new fuller bust brand, Curvy Kate. This year’s winner will folow in the footsteps of the gorgeous Laura Butler, Lauren Colfer and Laura-Ann Smith acting as an ambassador promoting the ‘feel good figure’ philosophy.

Vote for your top 3 D-plus lingerie models

Published on April 2, 2011 in Cheeky fun. 0 Comments Tags: , , .

Just when you thought it was safe to visit your favourite bra-mad blog I’d like to give you all a timely final reminder that voting for the top 30 contestants in Star in a Bra 2011 closes Monday 4th April. During the past 2 weeks we’ve been lucky enough to speak to many of the girls taking part and while I have now chosen my 3 favourites I’ll leave it to you to make up your own minds.

The idea is to vote for the girl who you feel is best equipped to represent curvy women for large cup lingerie brand Curvy Kate – but it’s not just about big boobs – ask yourself who you like, who’s got a nice smile, who can you relate to the most. Vote now, or take a moment to find out more about the girls by visiting our Facebook page or the Curvy Kate blog and reading their mini-interviews. Continue reading ‘Vote for your top 3 D-plus lingerie models’

Vote Hayley to bring sexy back

Published on March 29, 2011 in Cheeky fun. 0 Comments Tags: , , , .
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Hayley Cambridge is a hot contender for Star in a Bra because she’s not afraid to show off her boobs. But it hasn’t always been the case – like so many girls she has had her ups and downs growing up top heavy.

Hayley Cambridge
Hayley Cambridge

Why did you enter SIAB 2011?

I entered SIAB 2011 because I wanted to represent those girls who are maybe not plus size, but who have larger chests and find it difficult being a size 10, like myself, but finding that their breasts get in the way of them finding pretty lingerie sets and clothes.

Have you found it difficult finding good bras?

I have always found it difficult buying bras because my cup size seems to change each time I get measured and I can be between sizes at times too, which makes it even more difficult. It all depends on where you shop really, but it makes sense to get measured each time to go on a bra-buying spree!

What are you favourite brands, favourite bras and why?

My favourite brands at the moment are Sexy Panties and Naughty Knickers, which I think is an American brand. I also have some ‘Gorgeous’ by debenhamsurl which are beautiful, some Victoria’s Secret and, of course, some Curvy Kate and Wonderbra bras which I adore because of the fit, patterns and style! I love plunge bras.

Why should the public vote for you?

The public should vote for me because I am a down-to-earth, curvy girl who represents all of those girls out there who have big boobs on a smaller body and who only get attention directed at their chests! I want them to know that they should not be made to feel ashamed of or embarrassed about their bodies, especially their boobs, and that they should be celebrated. I have been through the embarrassment and have decided to show off my curvy figure in this competition because I refuse to let my others bring me down, instead I have chosen to embrace my boobs and show them off. I truly believe that all curvy girls are beautiful and that is why the public should vote for me!!

Get online now and vote for Hayley at www.starinabra.com. Join us Bra Selector on Facebook to talk.

Help Paris help big boobed women now

Published on March 29, 2011 in Cheeky fun. 0 Comments Tags: , , , , .
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Voting for Curvy Kate’s Star in a Bra final is coming to an end on April 4th so keep spreading the word and get your votes in soon. Today we are interviewing the lovely Paris O’Connell who is studying law in Sheffield – so we’re expecting 20,000 student votes!

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Paris O’Connell.Look guys cleavage vote now!

Why did you enter Star in a Bra?

I entered Star in a Bra because i’m trying this new thing where I take every opportunity thats handed to me. Life is too short after all!

Is it hard finding attractive and supportive bras in a 36FF?

So hard! I often find ones I love and then they don’t fit, and then ones that do fit cost a small fortune. Bra shopping is such a chore! Small breasted women have it so easy!

What is your favourite bra?

Freya is a god send! Panache are also brilliant, and of course Curvy Kate!

Why should you win?

I think I should win Star in a Bra 2011 because I want to be the one who is able to show women everywhere that they should love their bodies no matter what shape they are. As someone who was very self conscious about the size of my chest for a very long time I think I could be a good role model to women who also need to get over this!

You have some professional looking headshots, have you done some modelling before?

Most of my professional shots are taken by my Dad, who runs his own photography business so they are used to promote his website and the packages he offers. I have been on a couple of other photoshoots, building portfolio pictures as modelling is something i’m very interested in getting into. But other than that and a few wedding shows helping out some friends, nothing like this!

If you’d like to vote for Paris and a nice pair (terrible pun but you need to vote for 3 in total) then go to www.starinabra.com. Be sure to spread the word with all your friends on your blogs, Twitter, Facebook so Paris can get more votes! You could even speak to people… as old fashioned as it sounds as long as they get online and vote.

Vote Charmelle to teach industry about curves

Published on March 28, 2011 in Cheeky fun. 0 Comments Tags: , , , , .
Charmelle Forrester

Teaching assistant Charmelle Forrester is here to teach the world a thing or two about living with ample curves.

Charmelle Forrester pink bra
Charmelle Forrester

Why did you enter Star in a Bra?

I wanted to enter last year and my friends and family where also encouraging me to do so, but at the time I was feeling a little insecure and had some personal hang ups about my body, I just didn’t have the confidence to see it through. I was kicking myself for the rest of the year for not following my heart and just going for it, and so this year I decided to enter and to do anything that felt good to me.

How did it feel to make the top 30?

It feels absolutely amazing to be picked for the top 30 girls! And honestly a complete shock to the system. I can’t stop smiling and I am truly thankful to of go this far.Its given me a real confidence boost.

With 32E boobs have you found it difficult shopping for good bras?

Most definitely, in the past it has been extremely difficult to find a good bra that fits well, looks good and doesn’t cost a small fortune.Its rather shocking and quit frustrating that even now a lot of stores and brands only go up to a D cup.

Could you share any good bra tips?

My favourite type of bra would be a balcony bra I find it gives me great support and keeps my breast in place and as for brands I would have to say Curvy Kate and Bravissimo are the best by far.

And finally…why should we “vote Charmelle”?

I think I should win because I believe I have the real definition of womanly curves, lumps and bumps and I am proud to say it out loud. After having a child I went up to a size 18 and have managed to lose that weight and get down to a size 10/12 which I am comfortable with and I think I look great, so to win this competition would just be the icing on the cake.Most women are not size 0 and have curvy bodies which are not perfect like myself, and I would love to inspire other women to love there curves and feel good in the skin there in.

Get online at www.starinabra.com and vote for Charmelle. If you’ve already voted, then spread the word on your blog, Twitter #starinabra or Facebook pages and groups.

If you’d like to compare prices on brands such as Curvy Kate, or just see what styles are available then try our our whizzy bra search engine! We’d love your feedback to make it better.

Astrid Lopez flaunts it for curvy women!

Published on March 28, 2011 in Cheeky fun. 0 Comments Tags: , , , , , .

Saucy Spaniard Astrid is a curvy HR admin, DJ and dancer (do tell?) who is standing for better representation of larger ladies in catalogues and the media – which after all is the job of this year’s Star in a Bra 2011 winner when the hype dies down.

Astrid Lopez
Astrid Lopez

Tell me a little about yourself

1. I am a London-based Spaniard, 31, an HR admin and dressmaker (and DJ and dancer :-) ). I decided to take part to show all curvy, real women out there that if I can, they can too :-)

Have you ever had trouble buying bras?

In Spain it is nigh-impossible, even these days, *if* you manage to find a shop that will stock bras in a 32 J they’ll be extortionate. This is much better in the UK – not only are bras in my size readily available but you’re not made to feel like a freak when you go out shopping!

Are there particular brands you’ve found good for large cup bras?

Freya is my staple brand and of late I’m loving Curvy Kate’s Tease Me set. A real winner, that ;-)

Why should you win Star in a Bra 2011?

Because you don’t see women like me in fashion or lingerie catalogues and I think a departure from the bigger-chested-but-slim-waist young models would be a welcome change for many women :-)

Aren’t you in a Proud and Curvy group with Sophia and Georgina?

There’s too many people (women particularly) that hate their bodies because of the portrayal of women in media and the idea that people will judge you by the way you look, so they live in fear of not looking the right or accepted way. We are happy, confident women that don’t pay any attention to those concerns and want to make other women feel that way too. I for one feel so much the better for having met them :-)

Vote now at www.starinabra.com – supported by the online lingerie retailer with the fab-est website, Simply Yours

Vote Michelle McMahon for natural curves

Published on March 27, 2011 in Cheeky fun. 0 Comments Tags: , , .

Scottish Irish beauty Michelle McMahon took part in Star in a Bra 2011 because she feels there aren’t enough outlets promoting normal, natural girls – to be sure… and much to the delight of many a man she’s decided to strip down to her unides to show you what a real curvy woman should be proud of.

Michelle McMahon
Michelle McMahon

Why did you enter Star in a Bra?

I entered as they arent many competitions that represent curvy girls. i love the fact this is promoting normal, natural girls!

How does it feel making the top 30?

Im am sooo happy to be in top 30. All the girls are so naturally beautiful looking and to be in the comp with them is amazing! i am delighted!!!

Why should our good readers vote you their curvy representative?

I should win as i would be a good representative for Curvy Kate. Im happy with my figure and never dieted and I think this promotes to young girls that we dont all need to look like supermodels!!!

Vote now at www.starinabra.com !

Vote Hannah Rowe for large cup ladies

Published on March 27, 2011 in Cheeky fun. 0 Comments Tags: , , , , , .

Our next Star in a Bra top 30 finalist is Hannah Rowe. Hannah is a lovely, unassuming lady who is currently busy studying an University but though “what the heck – I’ll give it a go”. As with our other starlets, Hannah has had some real trouble through the years finding good bras to look after her assets and supports brands that are recognising that women come in all shapes and sizes!

Hannah Rowe
Hannah Rowe

What made you want to take part?

I took part in the competition because I thought I’d have nothing to lose – I didn’t expect to get through and it wasn’t a big deal if a few people saw some photos of me in my underwear. Now everyone’s seen them! It still makes me laugh – but it feels amazing to be one of the last 30 girls, I’m in shock!

Tell me about your bra shopping experiences

I found buying bras difficult when I was a bit younger, I really had no knowledge about how a bra should fit. I was wearing completely the wrong size, and it made me self-conscious – I always slumped and folded my arms to cover my boobs because I was embarassed. This all changed drastically when I finally had a proper fitting, and discovered Curvy Kate and other brands. I was hooked! Now I find there’s too much choice, even for my slightly unconventional bra size. (28J)

Thankfully brands like Curvy Kate are finally taking note – our search finds 35 bras and fitted swimwear for the bra size 28J, but this hasn’t always been the case.

What bras would you recommend to other slim, big boobed girls?

My favourite bra is the Alana by Bravissimo . I’m a bit biased as I was a trial-wearer for this style when they were developing it, so it almost feels like it was made for my boobs! It’s a balconette bra which gives a nice rounded uplifted shape, and it’s particularly good for people with bigger boobs (I just found out it’s one of the first bras to go up to an L cup, which is great news for the really curvy ladies out there.) Saying this, it’s not the sexiest bra in the world – I have to love my Curvy Kate Tease Me set, I was amazed to find a moulded bra which goes up to a J-cup. I really love Cleo bras too, by Panache – another brand which go from a 28-38 back, and normally a D-J cup, and they always come in really pretty colours.

Why should you win Star in a Bra 2011?

I think I should win because I’ve always been passionate about boobs. It sounds silly, but it’s true – as soon as I had my first proper bra fitting and realised I could buy underwear which looked good and made me feel confident, I made it my mission to spread the word. I then worked as a fitting Consultant for Bravissimo for 3 years before I decided to come to university, and I still haven’t got tired of the subject of bras – conversation regularly often drifts towards lingerie when I’m in the room, my friends are accustomed to it now! I’ve always wanted to prove that curves are fantastic, and it feels like this competition gives me the chance to show shapely women how to be be proud of their assets.

Thanks to Hannah for sharing her experiences, I hope they will be helpful to other slim and big boobed women with similar experiences. If you’d like to vote for Hannah then please click through to www.starinabra.com and vote for her and your two other favourites as soon as you can – it’s Sunday after all and she needs your votes!

Vote Georgina Horne for curvy revolution!

Published on March 26, 2011 in Cheeky fun. 0 Comments Tags: , , , , .

Cuvilicious Georgina Horne has no need for push up bras, but she needs your support to win Star in a Bra 2011. Naturally curvy, she also has a fantastic bubbly personality and if she is as popular with the public as she is with the other competitors then she’s a hot favourite.

Georgina Horne
Georgina Horne

Why did you take part?

I took part because I am a bit fed up of buying bras a clothes modelled by slim women. Granted, a lot of ladies are slim with smaller boobs, and even slim with big boobs, but what about us plus sized naturally curvy women?! Where is our representation!? I want to be the representation! I am closer to the national average than a lot of models and I want to show how lingerie looks on a larger lady.

You sound pretty passionate, is it hard finding bras?

I found it difficult to fit in the stupid 38FF/40F/38F bras that *some* lingerie shops tried to put me into. Thank goodness Bravissimo realised I am a 36H/34HH-J (in Freya) and that they do sexy amazing bras! I HATE the high prices but still manage to have about 30 sets ;)

Do you any bra buying advice for other curvy women?

I Love Freya – I couldn’t live without my 36GG Decos in purple, red, nude, black, milkshake, leopard, strapless!!! Haha! I wish they did my actual size but I can get away with that size. And I love Curvy Kate, naturally – I have 6 different Tease and Thrills and my bf is in AWE haha!!!

Why should you win Star in a Bra 2011?

I should win because Curvy Kate already has models who are size 8-12 ish, I want to be the one to represent plus size large knockered sexy ladies!!!

Are you not inspired? Go to www.starinabra.com and vote now! If you’ve already voted, then you could invite friends, colleagues, family to vote by blogging, Tweeting #starinabra and Facebooking about Star in a Bra.

If you’re wondering which bras Georgina likes, then check out the Curvy Kate Tease Me bras and the ever popular Freya Deco bra.

Vote quirky Kelly for big bra modelling job

Published on March 26, 2011 in Cheeky fun. 0 Comments Tags: , , , , .

Star in a Bra is all about supporting the positive image of real curvy women, and how great bras can support those curves. When D plus lingerie brand Curvy Kate started inviting entries this year they weren’t just looking for great models for their lingerie but an important spark – personality. You’d never believe it from her stunning photo entries but crafty Kelly has never done this before – and is actually a self confessed nerd. Read on to see ehy Kelly deserves your vote.

Tell me a little about yourself

I’m Kelly, 29 from Stoke-On-Trent. I’m very passionate about animals, and have a menagerie of pets at home! I adopted a whale and a dolphin as my new year’s resolution this year :) I’m very crafty and spend my time crocheting, making jewellery and making tiny little clothes for my dolls (yeah I have a huge collection of dolls!). I’m a geek if truth be known, and I’m into Japanese animated movies like Spirited Away. Some call me weird, but I prefer quirky!

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Kelly Parks

What unleashed your inner goddess for Star in a Bra?

I entered Star In A Bra because I thought…well why not?! I’d often admired the models in the brochures of Bravissimo, Curvy Kate’s and Simply Yours websites, and I thought “They’re no smaller than me, I’d like to have a go at that!”

You’re about a 32G, do you find it hard to find good bras in your size?

In the past, the only real problem I ever had in shopping for bigger bras was finding smaller back sizes with bigger cups, so I would buy say, a 36 D and get my mum to take the band in and hitch the straps up! She’s quite handy with a sewing machine thankfully!

Are there any brands or bras that you woudl recommend to our readers?

I must admit, I don’t really have a ‘favourite’ big bra brand as such. I like Curvy Kate, La Senza (who I never really rated until the past year or so), debenhamsurl, marksurl and I must admit, although I’m not a fan, I LOVED Katie Price’s range she did for Asda a few years back.

Why we vote for you to win Star in a Bra 2011?

I’m naturally quite a nerdy introvert, believe it or not, so this is hard for me! Vote Ginger. Vote Geek. Vote Kelly Parks!

If you’ve read this and haven’t voted yet then for God’s sake get online at www.starinabra.com and vote now. If you’ve already voted then perhaps you could support Kelly on Twitter or on her Facebook group and tell all your friends and colleagues to vote.

If you’ve found it difficult finding 32G bras or even 34K bras then try searching bras by size on our super-duper bra search (don’t thank me thank the webmaster)!