The Husky Girl Swagg Movement

As a wardrobe stylist, I have had the pleasure of working with some very beautiful models. Many of them do not fit into the typical standards of what society feels a model should look like. Everyday I see beautiful curvy women breaking boundaries, shattering the myths, and showing women of all sizes that beauty is what you hold from within. I am proud to have worked with such remarkable & courageous women who have not let society handicap them from doing what they love to do, and that's to stay fabulous, fit, and fashionable at whatever size they came in.

One lovely model/entrepreneur who has step over adversity and has such immaculate strength to push through even the toughest trails is living and breathing the life that she has always knew was right for her. Her name is Octavia Mims and she is the Founder and CEO of Husky Girl Swagg a movement that is empowering all women that are curvy and fabulous. I asked Octavia to answer a few questions about who she is and where she is going in the modeling world in hopes that it will inspire you to look at yourself and know that no matter what you are beautiful and you are worth millions!!!

NK: Who is Octavia Mims & how many hats does she wear?
OM: Octavia Mims is a hard working dreamer that's full of ambitions and ideas for herself, she is a  fun loving motivational speaker, and comedian (in my own mind I'm funny,lol)
-Mother
-Wife
-Sterile Technician
-Businesswoman in training
*****these are just a few of my hats********


NK: What is Husky Girl Swag, and what made you start HGS?
OM: HuskyGirlSwagg is an attitude, it's a mantra, it's that empowering chant for a plus size model at the audition full of size 6's
- I started HGS for the women that are stuck in the middle of the sizes (the 12-16 and the supporters that are not in this weight class but love our shape) cuz I feel like there is a very thin line when it comes to "thick" and I feel like that word is abused....so I started "Husky"

NK: What are your goals in the Plus Size Modeling world?
OM: To be someone worth working with a person that is known as "reliable, hard working, and fierce"

NK: When did you begin modeling, and why?
OM: I started almost 2yrs ago after a battle with Wegeners Granlulomatosis I decided to take a different direction for the celebration of my life to let people know I was here.

NK: Any advice for those that are trying to enter the Plus Size Modeling world?
OM: Thick skin !! you gotta have it


NK: Anything that you don’t like about how Plus Size models are treated, and wish will change?
OM: Yeah, you go to a mixer and you see the photographers gravitate towards the smaller models or your plus size so your instantly approached for "fetish" work ....I just wish people would see that plus size models have greatness to offer we just need one shot to show it.

NK: Current favorite trend and what is your usual fashion style?
OM: The worst thing you could do to yourself is wear ill fitting appreal just because of a trend...but I personally love relaxed fit v-necks paired with skinny jeans and a cute shoe.

NK: What are some of your current projects with HGS?
OM: I am currently gettin ready to feature each of my models and looking into new shirt ideas and boy shorts !! yay !!

 NK: Any other projects you are doing that you will like to share?
OM: I have tons of shoots planned but you just gotta wait and see (hard, I know ) but I am mainly focused on behind the scene work and family time at the moment.

NK: Where can people find you? (facebook, website, twitter etc.)
OM: Husky Girl Swagg 
Facebook:  Octavia-Mims Fan Page
Twitter: @TavyBaby

NK: Any last thoughts?
OM: ..............Buy a shirt,lol no seriously go get one!

I have my HGS T-Shirt!!!

Be part of the movement

&

Get a shirt

Pink on a Grey Day

A lovely student of International Academy of Design & Technology (fashion major) was spotted wearing this incredible pink and grey sweater that she thrifted from Goodwill. Her Fuchsia pink skirt is from Forever21 and shoes are from DSW.

Thank you for making a rather grey day bright!!

The Art of Fashion Event

Are you ready Sacramento for this Friday's Fashion Event?!?

Event Junkies to host “ THE ART OF FASHION” Fashion Event
 Event Junkies will join with forces with members &
professionals from the Fashion & Beauty Industry to host an evening that will include :

● A Fashion Industry Mixer (sponsored by www.GrubGroupie.com)

● Live drummer Justin Barnes alongside DJ Danny Mijangos 

 ● Special Performance by RnB/Pop singer TIA FERRERA

Three very talented Up and Coming Designers from Sacramento will be show casing their new collections this Friday Night.

 Designers are:

Eshonna Trice

Designer of

Electrik

Samuel Parkinson

Head Designer for

Kings Tribe

Faatui Toele

Designer of

2WEE Fashion Designs and Styling-Inc

Stop by next week for an even closer look at these designers and their collection, catch more photos here and interviews as I discover what makes these designers extraordinary, and why you should be falling in love with them.

But don't wait!!! Come out this Friday and support your local designers and artist as they support a beautiful cause.

The ART OF FASHION” Fashion Event

9:00pm to 1:30am

at

Lounge on 20 located at 1050 20th Street Sacramento, CA 95811 (www.loungeon20.com)

 on January 20th

This event is expected to net an attendance of 200 plus

21 and over event
 with a $10 cover charge.

Proceeds will be given to Big Brothers, Big Sisters of the
Greater Sacramento Area that provides mentoring and support to local youth. 

Pieces of LA (what I wore)

If you haven't check out my dedication post over at The Artist Corner please do so NOW!!! Its a more personal post and a chance for all my readers to get to know me as a person.

I went exploring in my hometown, revisiting some of my favorite places and finding new ones on the way. I was able to create new memories with old friends in new places, and stand with Pride as I zipped though all the LA city limits. LA energy is like no other, and before I departed I made sure that I left with all that live contagious energy (because boy will I need it...lol)

Next month I am proud to say I will be visiting again....

I tool my new favorite Red Coat (courtesy The Citizen Rosebud) with me to create this nautical look. My new Pin necklace that I've gotten from JewelMint symbolizes where I am going and where I want to succeed. In the fashion industry. Because I was doing mucho walking.. I wanted to stay comfortable with some knee-high boots. Together you have what I call Nautical Relaxed

Groovy BABII!!!!!

I had the pleasure of going to This 'n' That Thrift and Gift Store in Midtown on a Saturday afternoon. And as I expected it was love at first sight. The place is beautifully organized so there will be no frustration shopping there. The lovely ladies that worked there were such a jem, I was grabbing so many treasures at a time and I think the lady seen me being weighed down so she offered to start a dressing room for me. YES!!! More to load!!! I became so inspired shopping there and at my last adventure at FRINGE that I have decided to continue this Thrifty journey and make a point to visit all local vintage shops, thrift stores, and flea market fairs. I have a few little tricks up my sleeves so you just never know what I will do next.......

Do you dare to follow along with me?

I hope so because I would love to meet all you local fashionistas, and take photos of this groovy journey of all the wonderful people I met on the way.

AND before I forget.... HAPPY NEW YEAR!!!!

I look forward to new adventures, new friendships, and new treasures.

Now on to the good stuff... I found some wonderful pieces at This 'n' That Thrift and Gift Store and one of them was this amazing 70's inspire wrap dress. One thing you will know about me is that I LOVE COLORS!!! I really was in love with the yellow accent that gave it that POP that I always need.

What I love about this wrap dress is that I could change a few key items like throw on some wedge shoes and wear a lighter color Cami and WHALA!!! it's a cute summer outfit.

Be sure to support your local stores

Remember they are the 99%

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Little RED Riding Hood

Soooooooooooo I finally got my behind down to Fringe (even though I am like 3 blocks away from the place) and I must say it was love at first sight. I honestly can't believe it took me this long to check it out, but at last I paid a trip to see what all this fashionable fuse was all about.

And I can totally see why..........

I found this amazing RED Vintage Coat from yours truly

The Citizen Rosebud

I will tell you this.. it will not be the last time that I go shopping there. The owner Audrey Wells was a doll and totally digged my hair!!! (I was so utterly bashful all I could do was smile and admire). The store has an amazing vibe, plenty of space, and this cool full size mirror where I rocked a fierce pose!!! You have to get your little booty's down there if you haven't already.

Until next time Fringe... I will see you in my dreams.....

This is my very first time attempting to do self photos, as you can see I really didn't know what I was doing :/ I prefer being behind the scenes so this was a little out of my comfort zone.

Please ladies if you have any advice, suggestions, or comments on how to do better the next time I WILL GREATLY APPRECIATE IT!!! I will perfect this.. I will.. I will...lol

NK3

Fashion Photo Contest

Hey there Love Birds!!! To start off the New Year on a very fashionable foot I am hosting a photo contest for all my local fashionistas out there.

For a new year why not start off with some professional fashionable pictures!!!! I am looking to make YOU look and feel beautiful.

Always wanted to know what it feels like to be a model? Well this is your chance!!!!!!

In order to enter you must LIKE my Facebook Fan Page

NK3 Stylist & Designer

On the Left hand side click on the link "Promos"

Submit your info and photo

Be sure that all voters LIKE my fan page for votes to count

WINNER will Recieve:

One hour photo shoot

Personal Styling by me

Full Make up and Hair done by stylist

&

A tote bag with fashionable goodies

Please pass the word on <3