[print sales, PHOTAGE app, and other updates!]

As you guys all know, it takes a million days and a half to give you an update, but when I do - I try to pass as much information along as I can!


Holy moly...where do I start?!  This year has been a wonderful rollercoaster of adventure from Georgia to New Hampshire!  I've made stops in Atlanta, Raleigh, Richmond, DC, Baltimore, Philly, Newark, Jersey City, NYC, Manchester, NH, Boston, and Salem, Mass..... It. Was. Awesome. Included below are some highlights from the trip!







On top of that I have snagged two covers, both of Aspira Magazine and Diabolical Rabbit Magazine which are available to pick up today!  And then I got a sweet 5 page spread in Editorial Magazine and spreads coming out in Tenebrous Magazine, Giussepina Magazine, and FetErotica Magazine before the years end!  So busy, busy!









  And last but not least, I was able to work with the wonderful team with Clique Boudoir Photography and S & S Beauty Co.  shooting for the campaign of Tia Michelle Lingerie which has been extremely rewarding and I am now a spokesmodel for the company.  It was so amazing to work around these amazing, empowering women and I cannot wait to get back up to Maryland to work with them again.  They shot me for the Editorial Magazine spread (shown to the right) and I am the splash page for Tia Michelle Lingerie (shown below)!

Read more to see the rest of my travels and exclusive photos!

[Designer Spotlight: Regalia Designs]

(Credit: Model: Vivid Vivka, Photographer: Ryder Makeup Labs)

Regalia Designs

NW Artist & Crafter:

Nicole Carter

Nicole Carter, founder of Regalia Designs and lifelong fashion maven, has been designing beautiful and unique hair clips since 2009.  She recognized her deep desire to fill the world with embellishment and color.

"I had seen other hair clips before, but I wanted something brighter, more sophisticated.... not so festival-furry-over-the-top, just pretty....."

Drawing inspiration from such fashion influences as Cleopatra, Heidi Klum, David Bowie, Frida Kahlo, Andre 3000, and Audrey Hepburn, Nicole crafts each original adornment with a gypsy-wedding style flair, where natural elements and luminous qualities unite.  Using delicate combinations of vintage rhinestones, unique feathers, fabric flowers, silk, Swarovski crystals, pearls, lace, and other delights, each accessory  is guaranteed to complement any any event, outfit, and style.

In addition to the hair clips, kitty ears and top hats are already available for purchase.  Patrons are able to order custom designs   for special occasions such as weddings, holidays, festivals, as birthday gifts, or for specific ensembles.  This includes wedding and bridesmaids dresses, burlesque and belly-dancing costumes, or for circus, theater, and dance performances,  After gathering important information about the person and event, Nicole will create a personally tailored piece to add a touch of class and sass, a pop of color, and an elegant finish to any look.

(Credit: Model:Carolyn Creasia; Photographer: Mandy Darling)

Love what you see?  Stay tuned for details, as Nicole seeks to include wire-working, leather working, and jewelry making into her repertoire for new ways to dazzle and excite.  I am also working with some of her pieces and I can't wait to share the finished results!  And don't forget to "Like" Regalia Designs on Facebook  and check out the Etsy Shop!

xo

- K

[Permission to Curve: How Curvy Yoga Helped Me Heal My Relationship With My Body]

By Kristin Barron, Guest Blogger

Curvy Yoga? Wait... What's that?  It's yoga for *every* body.  It is partially an act of social justice, partially a way to ease the mind, and partially a radical act of self love.  So let's start with the basics.  What are the benefits of curvy yoga?

• Stress Reduction
• The basic act of being present with your breath and body as well as moving gently will calm your mind.  Meditation is very important to mental health.  Taking the time to quiet your mind and focus on breathing in "love" and breathing out negativity, or just to notice your breath reach a quiet, soft place of love, can make all the difference in the world.
• Muscle Lengthening & Strengthening 
• Proper Alignment & Strengthening of the Spine
• By making small adjustments and spending an hour working on proper alignment, your spine will be healthier and happier.
• Improved Flexibility & Mobility in Joints
• Over time, the act of stretching our muscles and tendons and warming up joints improves overall flexibility and joint health.
• Getting in Touch With Your Body
• Taking some time to just to be with your body can help you heal your relationship with it.  There is so much pressure from every direction for your body to be posed certain way in "this" or "that" position.  If you can just take some time to be with your body, exactly how it is, you can find a well of gratitude and self-love that you never knew was there.
• Joy, Kindness, and Love for Yourself
• Taking the time to connect with yourself will being will bring goodness to your life and your attitude to your own body.

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                                              My Story

  

    Making the decision to go to a yoga class used to be a terrifying prospect.  I would definitely always be the largest person in the room.  I would get looks and I would not want to look in the mirror, which we almost always faced.  and I would not be strong enough or resistant enough to do and hold every pose.

    Curvy Yoga changed every single thing about that.  After spending this year traveling to Nashville, TN from my home in South Carolina, each for a week at a time, I found myself being surrounded by a group of the most beautiful and inspiring women I have ever had the pleasure of meeting.  I am more full of self-love than I have ever been in my life.  My wardrobe has changed from big, oversized clothing to proudly wearing bodycon dresses and skirts over leggings.  My fear has changed to excitement. My anxiety has been replaced by by a pop nest that I bring to every class with me.  My self-doubt has been replaced by an overwhelming amount of self-love.

     It's hard to explain exactly how much Curvy Yoga has helped me.  It changed my entire outlook of life.  It made me something that seemed completely unobtainable into an every day part of my life.  It taught me gentleness with my body.  It taught me to love every part of my body.  Curvy Yoga taught me that even when things are hectic and I can't seem to catch a break, I can simply sit down for a moment, focus on my breath, and find a place of quiet love to move from.  It taught me to feel the love radiating out from my body and send it down into the earth and out into the world, and in return to take what I need from the universe - whether it is a little extra love, extra strength, or joy to spread to others.

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So What Is Curvy Yoga?

It is a form of hatha yoga, which means slow, gentle movements.  It consists of holding poses and taking time to get in and out of poses, as opposed to vinyasa or flow style yoga in which you flow from one pose to another.  

It is all about modification and props.  As I mentioned earlier, a "prop nest" is made up of:

- super-sized blocks 

- extra blankets

- an extra bolster 

-foam "eggs" for wrist support

- and some extra knee support.  

The modifications I mentioned can be anything from simply widening your stance a little to make some extra room or provide more support to a pose lying on the floor, seated in a chair, or against a wall.  To look at me, you wouldn't guess that I can do a shoulder stand or that I'm working my way towards a forearm stand now.  

Curvy Yoga is all about meeting your practice exactly where you are at.  If you need to make more space to fold forward, you can tuck the skin of your tummy.  If you need extra support, use a block or a bolster.  If you are having trouble with balance, you can do a pose against a wall.  If you can't stand for long periods of time, you can do poses seated in a chair.  Slow your breath.  Trust me, you will be glad you did. 

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I will leave you with a few thoughts I like to close my classes with:

May I greet my body with gentleness.

May I soften when life invites me to harden.

May I listen to my intuition when wisdom and trust it with ease.

May I appreciate my body a little more in this moment, just as it is.

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 My brand new website is over at pixelatedyogini.com. 

You can also find me at the following:

Facebook

Twitter
Tumblr

For booking, class schedules, or more information, please email me at pixelatedyogini@gmail.com.

So much love,
Kristin Barron

The Pixelated Yogini 

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I am a licensed yoga instructor, certified with the Yoga Alliance.  Please always consult a medical professional before beginning any kind of yoga practice, no matter what kind.

[looking for guest writers, etc.]

Thank you to everyone who has checked out Big, Fat Alt Life!

Illustration by Etak

I have had approximately 1,300+ views in the last 24 hours!

Now I am looking for guest writers and contributors to mix up the content.  I am officially starting my juice fast tomorrow and will still be updating daily with stats and progress. I have been swamped with emails and replies and have been completely backlogged!

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I also have an "Ask Me Anything" post up on Reddit (click here!).  

 Check it out and ask me questions! 

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As far as guest writers and contributers go I am looking for the following:

- Alternative Lifestyle/Fashion 
**I will review clothing and product lines and feature them on the blog**

- Beauty/Health Tips, How-Tos, and Tutorials

- Model Interviews and Articles That Include Model "Tips"

- Nutrition/Health Related Recipes and Tips

- Fashion Designers and Fashion Trend Articles

- Outfits of the Day/Street Fashion

- Make-up Tutorials

- Music Articles

- Vlog Submissions

*All designs, models/artists, and brands will be credited and linked in posts*

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Please contact me directly at khristmodel@gmail.com if interested.  

The subject line should read "Submission."

Please be thorough of what you would like to submit.

[It's that time again.... 30 Day Juice Fast!]

It's that time again!

Last time I did a juice fast it was following the rules of the "Mean Green Juice Fast" that was illustrated in the movie Fat, Sick, and Nearly Dead which I highly recommend you watching.

I recently moved to a small southern town that lacks a certain "oomph" I would say in the fashion or fitness world which made it overly difficult to maintain my low weight.  Apparently I was trying to pack on pounds early for the winter!

I know my measurements are extremely curvy as I could fit a size zero if it matched my waist.  I have gained inches and thankfully there is a gym a mile down the road that I plan on immediately joining after this possible job offer.

So down to the nitty gritty.

 *If* you want to follow along with me I would be happy to answer questions and guide you along the way. I'm not going to lie, the first 3-4 days are going to suck.  The 5th day you are going to feel AMAZING.  If you need a kick in the butt of energy I do recommend black coffee or a sugar free Red Bull.  Keep in mind I am no doctor, so do not take any of this as medical advice.

Now to the numbers part:

Starting weight (ugh): 174

Goal Weight: 140

Total Amount: 34 lbs lost

Current/Starting Measurements:

Bust: 38 inches
Waist: 27 inches
Hips: 42 inches

A lot of people have asked for my actual weight and measurements and I am hesitant to show people as most of you know "fat shaming" definitely happens. 

But I will make a statement that I got published the most when I weighed 190lbs, and my measurements matched that of someone who weighed 150lbs.

My statement made above is a testament to that everyone's body is different.  Everyone has a different body shape, measurements, and way they hold their weight.  So don't be discouraged if you feel like you can't do it ......

Because you can!

Even if you don't want to lose weight and just cleanse your body of toxins, I recommend doing a 3-4 day fast regardless of your weight.

Since my last fast was in a specific bikini, I am going to do it again to illustrate weight loss.

Drum roll please..... Here is the "me" at starting weight not sucking in:

Depending on how much feedback I get tonight/tomorrow I will start posting my recipes, work out routines, vlogs, etc. 

And daily updates with any nifty links I have found!  

Since Blogspot isn't generally comment friendly, please refer to sending me an email over at khristmodel@gmail.com or contacting me on my Fan Page [here]. 

Let's get fit together!  

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Note: Please consult a doctor if you have any preexisting medical conditions or are on any medications and be cleared for doing a juice fast. 

[Fall Trend Report 2012]

Get Your Fall Fashion On

*Guest Blogger Feature!*

With fall just around the corner, guest blogger Zarah at My Big Fat Alt Life has prepared a list of our favorite up-and-coming trends for fall.

3. Oversized printed sweaters

 Let's be honest: sweaters in fall isn't exactly an earthshattering revelation, but we're thinking a little less Cosby and a little more couture.   However, though the Burning Heart Sweater on the left comes courtesy of Wildfox for a price tag of just under $300, if you need style on a budget, we've got an outfit for you for under $200, handbag and shoes included.  If you're looking for something a shade darker, we've love this wool-cashmere skull printed pullover from the brand 360.

2. Fur and Leather Platforms

Our apologies to PETA, but fur is back in this season and frankly, leather was never out. At only $95 from heels.com, the Luichiny boots to my left are a great way to get the look for less. The use of goat fur in these Jeffrey Campbell wedges ($160 from farfetch.com) is a touch outrageous while the design remains chicly understated. Laasskaa's goat fur and wood heels 

are far more unabashed in their style, revelling in their own macabre, high fashion glory. They wouldn't be out of place on the runway, on 1990s era Marilyn Manson or, if you have the fashion cred to pull them off, on your feet at your next big event.They may not be for the faint of heart, but good fashion rarely is.

  1. Velvet, velvet and more velvet

Throughout the ages, velvet was adored and worn religiously by nobility and Anne Rice

characters alike. From bohemian-gypsy types like Stevie Nicks to the old-school goths who still remain with us, clutching their crushed velvet and Bauhaus bootlegs, velvet has a history almost as rich and decadent as the fabric itself. It is no surprise, then, that it takes our number one spot for the season, starting with that painfully chic Emilio Pucci velvet jacket to the left. For your viewing (and shopping) pleasure, I've put together a complementary look for the $2500 jacket, though it is not for the faint of wallet. For those of you seeking a more afforable option, this Peter Pan-collared dress, a steal at just $38, will have you singing "Blue Velvet" in no time (our apologies to Mr. Lynch.) 

 But wait, what about me?

No, I haven't forgotten my plus-sized fashionistas. Here's a few of our fall favorites in size-friendly options:

 According to their size chart, BMA Modified carry the above sweaters and more in sizes up to 5X.

From ASOS Curve, this jersey and velvet dress and these velvet leggings come in up to a size 26. Also, carrying up to a 52" waist/64" hip, Persephone Plus carries more tradgoth velvetwear than you can shake a stick at.

[Note from Khrist: Thank you for all of your letters and emails! To those that have started the fast - from what I've seen, you've all had awesome results. You guys are an inspiration...keep on, and I'll be updating soon. <3]

[latex, lace, and updates!]

Wow, I guess I'm doing a monthly update at this point - which needs to stop. First of all - the wicked week of shooting with Carbon Decay coupled with Paperdolls & Pompadours making a dream team to work with.

Included in the mix was Collective Chaos, Hoodoo Shoes, HMS Latex, Essential Latex, Somnia Romantica, Bete Noir designs, Gothfox....a million others that you will see previews from soon enough after they are confirmed with publications (YEAHH!!!). From here we are planning more upcoming large shoots like this one in which they will be extremely more organized. All the girls who were included in this shoot did a great job and I cannot wait to see everyone's pictures!

I'm including a few behind the scenes pictures from all the wildness of myself, the rest can be found on my Facebook since there were well over 100.

In other news, I'm getting a dog soon!!! (American Eskimo) Have a bunch of other shoots, working with a personal trainer, and my site is being built. I should be BACK on Zivity soon - I've been dormant on there since 2008, so it will be good to actually start shooting sets again along with more sets for my site. Hope you are all doing well!!! This year is my comeback, and so far I'm still coming out on top!

xoxo

Khrist

P.S. How many of you would like to send me letters or want to request something from me? Feel free to comment or email me at khristmodel@gmail.com!

[it's been a while...]

From the request of several people, I'm going to start updating on here again. It's a more personal/explanatory area instead of a basic Facebook post or Tweet. So, since it's been almost a year since I've posted - need to get ya' up to date!

We are going backwards on this one. I have started to do more pin-up or girlish style shoots. I will of course always having fun doing, it just seems that it is time for me to turn over a new leaf and do some more things. Here is a picture that I took for my Valentine's Day cards by the amazing Dim Horizon Studios. Hair and MUA: Pin-Up Girl Cosmetics Atlanta.

Also been working more to show off the ink:

The next endeavor I am taking part of is another shoot with Carbon Decay. He is flying down from NYC to my new place in Atlanta to do another week long collaboration shoot. I haven't seen him in two years so I'm totally stoked.

Went to Bassnectar for New Years and here are a few candids from the last few months:

There are a lot of things missing in-between that. Working with Mannon Pictures and noisenest - absolutely awesome. Losing some friends gaining some friends. Still getting attacked on the home-front about being "unattractive" and "overweight." I've had a few death threats (unrelated). Things have gotten way better than this time last year and I'm finally getting closer and closer to graduation. I work-out every day and am still eating correctly.....so I guess no starving for me!

Oh and one last thing, HolyKhrist.com is currently being built. I hope to have it up mid-March, but it is expensivveeee to have what I'm doing for it.

*If you are interested in shooting a set for the site please send me an email: khristmodel@gmail.com*

Also, up until February 7th, I am taking your personal addresses and mailing out Valentine's that are prints of me to your doorstep, email me at the address listed above if you want one!

Taking any/all questions you may have, and I look forward to updating with all the goodies and things that are coming up!

xoxo

Khrist

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http://twitter.com/khristmodel

http://modelmayhem.com/misskhrist

[Von Gutenburg: Futuristic Fashion Party]

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[Coming Out of Hiatus....WITH A BANG.]

Hanging out with Dim Horizon (if you haven't checked out his work, you should - because you may lose your damn MIND) and modeled Deathglam and Organic Armor pasties. This shoot was so fun and that is good since it was the first one I had done since moving back east. I think I still got it ;) P.S. We had to chisel the pasties off my nipples. THAT was epic.

xo
Kristal

[Fetish Erotique and Liberator]

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