Plus-Size Women ‘Soundoff’ for a Chance to Win

AmaZe magazine opens discussion on shopping for plus-size clothing

(PRWEB) November 10, 2005 -- In our next issue, we offer our readers the opportunity to ‘Soundoff’ on the heated topic of curvy style and shopping for plus-size clothing. Launched in June, 2005, AmaZe magazine continues to be the voice for over 60 million women in the United States who wear a size 12 and up. One lucky person will have their voice shared in the AmaZe column, ‘Soundoff’ and will receive a $200 gift certificate from Igigi.com.

“We know that the plus-size woman craves contemporary fashions that fit and flatter her curves,” shares Michele Weston, Executive Editor, Style & News. “However, our readers feel an ‘injustice’ when shopping for curvy fashions. The argument ranges from the location of plus-size clothing within department stores to the lack of curvy choices. With the plus-size fashion industry projected to hit sales of $50 billion in 2005, these influential consumers deserve a platform to share their voice.”

“So far the response has been AmaZing!” states Valery Amador, the magazine’s co-founder and creative director. “From the reactions so far we can see that our reader is a new breed of curvy. This modern, AmaZing woman thrives in her curves. Fashion savvy? Yes. Articulate? Without a doubt! My advice? Take heed, the curvy fashion rules have changed and the plus-size industry should take notice.”

About AmaZe Magazine
AmaZe is a fashion and lifestyle magazine designed to inspire women sizes 12-24 to live a ‘Well Rounded’ life.

Since 1998, VenusDivas.com and parent company Venus Imaging, LLC, have been the top online portal pioneering content and inspiring the plus-size community. Now, with the birth of AmaZe magazine, Venus is taking the message to the next level. “What you will find in every issue are stylish fashions and beauty advice as well as empowering ideas for life, health and home,” states Valery Amador, the magazine’s co-founder and creative director. “What you won’t find is a magazine filled with unrealistic expectations and images.”

“Our philosophy is clear and hinges on our belief that ‘Every Curve Counts’,” shares Michele Weston, Executive Editor, Style & News. “Our group of woman is 40 million strong and is an influential powerhouse poised to take ownership of this concept. According to the NPD retail resource group, the curvy market is expected to hit close to $50 billion in 2005, up almost 50% since 2000. AmaZe magazine offers the platform and resources for this industry to thrive.”

AmaZe magazine’s empowering tag line says it all –- AmaZe Me. AmaZe Yourself. “We know that women deserve to be amazed. We get that and we will deliver in every issue of AmaZe,” comments Ms Amador.” Ms Weston adds, “However, we also know that when a woman takes action that’s when she becomes accountable for her own success and truly thrives. Now, that’s amazing!”

Is AmaZe just another plus-size fashion and style magazine? Michele advises, “No. First and foremost, it is a fashion and lifestyle magazine for women who just happen to have curves! The focus of the magazine is not just being "plus-size or full-figured", the focus for AmaZe is living a well rounded life.”

Amaze Magazine is headquartered on the west coast in Vancouver, WA with an editorial studio office in New York.

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