Calling all fashionistas! This one is for you!

Truth be told I had to Google where Inland Empire is and the origin of the name which was a bit embarrassing because, I consider myself a rather savvy person when it comes to geography. Fun fact! It's the place where my next guest is from and before you go down the rabbit hole of what this mysteriously named place is, like I did, listen to this super inspiring episode first!

Marie Denee is a true OG when it comes to the plus-size movement and industry. She started the website The Curvy Fashionista fifteen years ago and is the sole creator and EIC aka Editor in Chic. I love that title!

Since then TCF has been providing reliable, real, and très chic curated content. By sharing the latest plus-size fashion news and updates for all, she's created a community that supports each other highlighting how empowering it is to be yourself.

During my book launch she asked for an article about living in Paris and staying empowered. I was happy to oblige. She and I talk about the history of the industry, the current climate, what works and what doesn't but most importantly she offers us all fantastic insight into what it means to hold that entrepreneurial spirit and how to keep it going in a way that is rooted in self-care and love.

I learned so much from this conversation and I know you will too!

You can find Marie on instagram @mariedenee and on her website mariedenee.com.

You can learn more about me 🙋‍♀️ the host of Plus-Sized Hearts on my website, Instagram and TikTok. You can purchase my book Plus-Size in Parisanywhere books are sold.

Instagram: @erinzhurkinwrites

TikTok: @erinzhurkinwrites

Website: erinzhurkin.com

The theme song "Vous Tous" (Be You) was written and preformed by Rachel Adell and is available anywhere you get your music! It is a great addition to your feel good/self-love playlist. 🫶

Instagram: @love.racheladell

Website: racheladell.com

The production and editing is done by Alice Krief of lesbellesfrequences.com

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