Thursday, January 29, 2015

***NSFW*** SEXponential Curve Blog- Two Sides to Every Body



Usually there will be two sides to every story.  Stemming from this universally accepted truth its safe to assume 9/10 times there will be two sides to every person you meet. (Honestly, there's many layers but at sake of going off the deep end we'll just keep it at two) It's rare we acquaint ourselves with people  who will show us their real self first time around. These inner coils which design our make up tend to unravel as we motion forward till the ultimate truth is revealed. I use myself as a Case In Point... My world is full of duality. In a vanilla world I pride myself on being the Chocolate Swirl creating balance and honoring the differences which make this world so yummy.  Xponential Curve is the name, #FearlessFocusedandFresh is my handle and I surround myself with like minds producing Fashion, Music & Art which will transcend time.

Runway The Real Way & The Museum of Sex



Take my lady Catherine Schuller.  Known in the industry as one of the first Plus Models signed with the Ford Model Agency, her career as a Fashion Icon set the standard during the 1980's on size diversity. Catherine has taken her niche of bringing size acceptance to today's runway serving up the latest trends during her Runway Brunch, Runway The Real Way which I am all too excited to announce will be held in their new home, the hub of the sexual revolution educational experience, The Museum of Sex in New York City. Runway the Real Way is an internationally recognized brand where designers, models and celebrities alike have traveled worldwide to be a part of. 

Catherine Schuller seen with Eugene Krupatkin of Stylaga Runway Fashion App

Fashion is the exterior. We dress how we want people to perceive us... Or is it Fashion depicts how people will perceive us?? However you see it, fashion is the Shell.. An exterior casing created to draw in potential lovers, friends and opportunities. Social Pea-cocking can either hide or enhance your inner self depending on the message you relay in comparison to who you are on the daily... Fashion is more than just covering our bodies. It's universally understood Fashion is the statement you make to the world and that the world is your runway. This truth explains why Runway the Real Way is so necessary. We have real bodies in our real world yearning for styles to suit individuality. Insanely talented indie designers are no longer veiled from exposure due to designer namesakes dominating the industry. Runway the Real Way is setting out to Dominate the crowd at the Museum of Sex with fashions for everyday wear to fashions derived of a distinct palette and it seems the word is spreading. 

During our casting this past Friday the Ultra Chic @ChrissyMonroe, star of Love and Hip Hop NY sat down with Z-Fly of #HotInDaMixTV Talking Fashion Diversity and dishing about Season 5 of the VH1 Reality TV hit. This is just the beginning  as Runway the Real Way will be launching their epic Multi-Culti Brunch #AllStarWeekend Feb 14th & 15th so stay tuned for that!! 


 @ChrissyMonroe & ZFly of Hot In Da Mix TV

Yours Truly Xponential Fly Girl & Z Fly Sittin Pretty

Photogs Locked and Loaded

Battle of The Boobies With Glamazon Tina Jenson 

Designer Dede Allure and Xponential Curve

Achromaticity

Another part of my weekend was getting to be a part of the 'Achromaticity' closing art gala for Jose Pagan Photography's unapologetic Black Light Photo Experiment with a black and white twist. Hosted by La LaChocolates Lukes of PNC Radio, the Achromaticity Art Gala 'Void of Color Full of Life' was a huge success with the event taking place at Jazz Lounge & NYC Staple Billies Black of Harlem. As a subject and intense fan of Jose's Black Light Experiment I suggest you click the link provided to get an in dept look behind the vision of one of the most celebrated emerging photographers of our time. Through his perspective on Art Nude Jose goes beyond the lens as he constructs many of the props used on set to create the alternate worlds seen in his High Fashion shoots & Creative Photography realms. The hands on approach to his work culminates a visual intensity landing Jose on magazine covers internationally. With commanding imagery of Fashion and Size Diversity Jose's works have been featured in publications such as Volup2, Alize LaVie and Designer Original magazines as well as  numerous others. 

Always striving to evolve I had to reconcile who I truly am, what I truly want and how to move forward successfully when representing myself in the world. Jose Pagan has been a strong advocate in supporting my own "Un-Boxed Mind" evolution.


A Blurry Jose Pagan and Xponential Curve at the Achromaticity Closing Gala at Billies Black in Harlem NYC

Lovely host of the Evening 'La LaChocolates Lukes' Radio Personality on PNC Radio 

Soulful R&B Singer REAL (Reinventing Energy And Love) singing his hit 'Woman'


Curvy Models Xponential Curve, Ashley Hilton, Michele Hilton Plus Model Icon Catherine Schuller

My Thundaground Brother MC Lyrical Master Loer Frazier coming to support great art



 "With Jose, it's not what the subject or object is... but rather what they become." 
-Catherine Schuller


Body Art by Designer Adrian Alicea 


Jose Pagan Crafts all Props in his shoots including this amazing headpiece

The intensity of our inhibitions can directly correlate with the wrath of our subconscious behavior. Understanding our impulses, who we are and why we are drawn to certain people, places and things helps our experience in this world which can inherently affect those around us positively. Pushing our boundaries and that of society while RESPECTING our differences, I BELIEVE, can and will help us evolve. Working with Jose came with the realization, I am not alone. Our voice, style and body are all elemental truth in the seen and unseen... The absolute Truth that there's Two Sides to Every Body. 

How much we choose to divulge is totally dependent on you and your values. Personally I value uncensored truth. The good the bad and the ugly. Much like in how we see art, what we feel are the most wretched parts of us another may find the beauty. Working with some of the most celebrated plus models and entertainers in the industry, Jose has given a platform for us to become immortalized through his lens creating worlds through visual storytelling. Here I present the Next level of the Black Light Photo Experiment unveiling the artistry behind the precipice of our own Radical Renaissance. 































For Purchase or Bookings contact Jose via his or FB page or Webisite PaganPhotography.org  









Wednesday, January 21, 2015

Insider Alert!! Unique Blends Models Fashion Week Casting Call (and other goodies)

   

Unique Blend Models... The name says it all and now Founder and CEO of UBM Andrene 'Ladydoves' Williams will be producing the companies first ever Fashion Week with their Casting Call to be held on Saturday April 4th 2015 in Dany Studios NYC . UBM is seeking a model composition diverse in flavor who are well equipped with the curves necessary to serve it up on the Runway. Both Men and Women are invited to attend the casting by clicking the Eventbright invite and printing their complimentary entry ticket. Once you do you are well on your way to be not only considered to walk in the first ever Fashion Week production from the UBM Brand but you will be strutting for some of the Plus Size Fashions worlds most respected figures. For a Who's Who just keep reading and make sure you keep the date locked in for #UBMFW's pyrophoric (I just learned that word and its yummy) production which will be set ablaze this Summer July 30th to August 1st. 



***Casting Details***

MALES & FEMALES...ALL SIZES (petite, straight, plus), SHAPES & COLORS are welcome! 
Models, please come with at least two comp cards. We except you to bring your A-Game! Once again All models must have a FREE printed ticket for entry into the casting room.

FEMALE MODELS CASTING for the Birds of Paradise show will be led by Jeannie Ferguson. Casting is from 2:30pm - 5:30pm.

Please note that ALL MODELS need to be present to be considered. Ladies, please have your heels on prior to entering into the casting room...no boots or wedges allowed. Please wear black leggings and black tank top.

MALE MODELS CASTING (Suits-N-Swag) will be led by Allen Owtrage Bush and Donte Peay, CEO of Shades of Chocolate. Casting is from 6:00pm - 8:30pm. Guys, please come well groomed and ready to strut. Some of you may be asked to take your shirts off...please be prepared to do so. (PLEASE NOTE WE ARE LOOKING FOR YOUNG MEN AND MEN 18 and Up.)


***Founder CEO***

Size Matters Photography Andrene 'Ladydoves' Williams

Introducing  none other than the Founder and Executive Director of Unique Blend Models Fashion Week Andrene 'Ladydoves' Williams. Andrene is passionate, vivacious and set to bring you a diverse runway and model platform this summer offering sizzling fashion and models to execute the vision with the highest standards present. Andrene is a mentor to numerous male and female adult and youth models using her industry savvy to ensure successful branding and marketing. Designers and Models alike are drawn to her lively spirit and tell it how it is business approach which has brought her much respect and success over the years. DESIGNER PACKAGES ARE AVAILBLE!! 

Here are some insider details shared with yours truly: If interested contact Andrene Directly via email ubmfashionweek@gmail.com

Introduction at Launch Party - Designer can display one piece from their collection


· Logo placement on social sites, website…etc

· Bio placed in program

· PR intern to assist you during Press Party

· Invitation to Press Party….1 on 1 interview

· Reputable media coverage

· Pictures taken on red carpet

· Designer's information included on all promotion

· Guests made aware that Pop-Up Store will be presented prior to events

· High caliber modes

· Hair stylists and Make-up artists

· CD with pictures of your collection
· Refreshment and finger food provided during events
· Pop-Up Shop after event on August 1, 2015
· 2 general admission tickets & 1 VIP
· Designers will be able to present 10-12 completed looks
· UBMFW will serve as a PR for designers in ensuring that designers gets as much exposure as possible which will in turn get guests/customers awareness which can lead to increase sales


***Judges Panel***


Photo by @PlusModelShoots, Jeannie Ferguson

UBMFW's female model casting call will be led by Runway Diva & Petite Plus Model Pioneer Jeannie Ferguson. Ferguson who has attained success in this industry as an independent agent, is widely celebrated for being a Runway Top Model.  A little heads up... I suggest before you head to UBM's casting you invest in yourself and your brand by attending Jeannie's Up & Coming 'Walk This Way' Runway Class to get a look and feel for what the Judges will be scouting for as well as a chance to win a mini head shot photoshoot with @PlusModelShoots and walk in a mini fashion show with @KurvaciousBoutique!!! 



Plus Model Icon Catherine Schuller

Catherine Schuller hit the mainstream as a Plus Model signed with Ford Modeling agency during the 1980's and has only grown her empire to now host the hottest weekly Internationally Celebrated Runway Brunch 'Runway the Real Way' where all sizes, ages, genders, orientations and persuasions come to show what REAL Runway diversity looks like. As the VP of the AICI as well as FIT Special Sizes course instructor ,Catherine is the sought after by major media outlets and is the 'go to' for all things plus/ curvy industry related. 

Editor & Chief of Fashion Avenue News Magazine Sofia Davis 

Sofia Davis is the visionary behind Fashion Avenue News Magazine featuring the brightest in Up & Coming Fashion Talents. Fashion Avenue News Magazine is currently available at the Magazine Cafe, 15 West 37th Street in Manhattan covering all things beauty and fashion related.

Size Matters Photography, Theresa Randolph

Theresa Randolph is the Executive Director of the Ms.Full Figured USA Pageant and for the past 25 years has been a strong advocate for Plus Size women and Models. Through her years of dedication she has received many honors including Plus Pageant of the Year bestowed by Full Figure Fashion Week, noted as "A Trailblazer and Trendsetter". 

CEO Shades of Chocolate Donte Peay 

Donte Peay is the CEO of Shades of Chocolate. A group who's purpose is to build a network of modeling industry professional put in place to help each other this tough competitive field. Donte and Shades of Chocolate focuses on the well dressed man with a refined sense of style sharing his vision with others for empowerment. 

 Allen Owtrage Bush

Apart of the UBM Male Model Divison Allen Set out to start up the non for profit 
Successfully Overcoming Strict Limitations (SOSL)

Executive Director of Small Boutique Fashion Week Ellington Hughs 

Preston Walker aka Ellington Hughs geared his passion for fashion to cultivate 'Hugh'ly successful Small Boutique Fashion Week, LLC procuring an independent buyer/ sellers market for independent designers and other fashion industry professionals.  Small Boutique Fashion Week, LLC is geared towards professionals in the fashion industry; owners, buyers, fashion designers, stylists, photographers, fans of fashion, and members of the fashion media (i.e. journalists, bloggers, photographers, etc.).

Small Boutique Fashion Week is coming up this Valentine 2015 Get you tickets now cause its gonna be HAUTE!!! 

So there you have it!! If you are passionate about entering the Modeling world THIS IS IT!! With so many platforms to build from this is your opportunity to Show and Prove why YOU deserve to be seen. 

MODELS you see the panel. Designers You recognize the opportunity for maximum brand exposure and now that you are well versed in the amazing opportunity afforded by the Unique Blend Models Brand as well as the all of the INVALUABLE knowledge you are sure to gain at this point 'it aint nothing to it but to do it'!!!!! 


PRESS PLAY!!!!!