Hot lace and passionate colors are not just for super slim chicks.  The curvier women of the world also need lingerie suited to their particular body types. Hello Beautiful has a set of practical tips to help the more voluptuous women of the world select flattering lingerie. They also have a photo gallery of plus-sized models of color.

What’s your biggest frustration when you’re lingerie shopping?

Every suit does not flatter every body type.  The exact same jacket style may look great on a size two and not so much on a size 12 and vice versa. In order to maintain a professional and polished appearance at all times a work, you have to know your body and what works on it. Those beautiful hips and shapely bust won’t accentuate themselves, you know. Aside from having a magnificent tailor on speed dial, there are a few general guidelines for helping curvy girls get the perfect suit.

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Gabi Gregg never expected so much stardom in such a short period of time. The Detroit native was focused on her blog Young, Fat and Fabulous, and inspiring young girls. Now, through a whirlwind MTV competition and gig with Vogue Italia, she’s not only inspiring but embracing the world of fashion.

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by Mychael Knight of BET.com

Although fall is slowly creeping closer, the current blazing temperatures are definitely reminding us that it’s still summer. Our favorite celebrity curvy girls have been parading their gorgeous figures all over the runways, magazines and award shows, making this season just a little hotter.

If any of you voluptuous vixens are unsure of how to outfit your body during these humid months, we’ve hooked up with former “Project Runway“ contestant and current designer, Mychael Knight, to share his tips.

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