Laurel Dickman

Bio

Laurel Dickman is an intersectional feminist writer living in the East Bay. Originally from St. Petersburg, Florida she spent her childhood split between North Carolina and Florida, eventually running away at 21 to be a boho princess in Neverland, also known as Portland, Oregon. Laurel writes about fat bodies, plus-size fashion, self-care, music, and beauty. Aside from writing, Laurel also occasionally models, works as a personal stylist, and styles body-positive photo shoots alongside creative partner Suma Jane Dark. She lives with her Maine Coon by the name of Dorian Gray and her fiancee David on the side of what feels like Mount Olympus and has found herself currently obsessed with tea, waffle cookies, her loudly ticking biological clock and planning a wedding on a shoestring budget.  Follow Laurel on Facebook.

Laurel Dickman Articles

@readytostare rocks this badass tee made by Feminine Funk

These 11 Plus-Size Babes Rock Their Politics With These Graphic Looks

These plus-size babes are wearing their pride across their chests for the world to see. From Black pride to fat love to feminist statements, these fat fashionistas have taken a stance and will remain silent no longer.

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If things are starting to feel fishy at your workplace, it’s time to review your finances first and foremost.

Self-Care: Employment Plan B

Job loss. It’s inevitable at some point in your life.

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Check out these 20 fantastic plus-size bridesmaid looks! (Photo by Stacey Landino)

20 Plus-Size Bridesmaid Looks To Rock Down The Aisle

As you fight through dress after dress, remember this: You will rock it. You will look fabulous. Check out these 20 fantastic plus-size bridesmaid looks!

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We are told that our bodies are simultaneously transitional and monolithic.

Why Don't Luxury Brands Want To Dress Fat People?

Luxury brands don't want to dress fat people. "Higher-end luxury options are sorely missing in Plus fashion,” Cafone explains.

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12 Body Positive Tracks To Boost Your Confidence For Summer

With incredible women, femmes, and other folks having more access to creating music, we’re literally at the height of woman-, femme-, and body-positive music so far. The internet allows these babes and their art to be seen and heard. Why not continue to celebrate that with these awesome body positive tracks?

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These fat babes love their booties!

These Fat Babes Show Us Why They Love Their Booties

We asked plus-size people to share images of their booties and to tell us why they loved those photos. We received responses that were heart-felt!

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What can we do to care for our skin of all colors?

Skincare Is Self-Care! Protect Yourself From The Summer Sun With These Tips

When you are dealing with soaring temperatures and direct sunlight, your direct needs become very obvious and immediate: stay hydrated, protect your skin, and keep your internal temperature under control.

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Plus-size model @tessholliday

11 Plus-Size Instagrammers Take Up Space With These Amazing Prints

Speak volumes without even opening your mouth. Check out these 11 plus-size Instagrammers as they make a statement without saying a word.

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These ten fashionistas show off their sexy looks from Date Night to Late Night.

10 Plus-Size Bloggers Show Us Their Date Night To Late Night Looks

From sexy black lace to red, the color most often associated with passion, these ten fashionistas show off their sexy looks from Date Night to Late Night.

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Malia Anderson of Style By Malia. Photo by Yvette Brackett Photography.

Celebrity Plus-Size Stylists Revamp Your Summer Workwear

I turned to plus-size stylists to the stars to answer a frequent question I'm asked by other plus-size folks — “What do I wear to work during the summer?”

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