Find out why this @HelloBeautiful X @LatinistaFW TECH: THE NEW FASHIONISTA #NYFW #TechTalk Collab @SonySquareNYC #SonySquareNYC will have you wanting this Light Bulb for Christmas!

This is NOT a Compensated or Sponsored Post. It is an Event Recap and the product being featured I WON in a raffle!

Hello Fashionista X Latinista Tech Talk, Sony Square Space NYC

I'll bet you were thinking I forgot Fashion Week completely as I hadn't posted my featured event yet. This year there were quite a few events that focused on the intersection between Technology and Fashion, which couldn't have made me happier, or kept me busier. This was one of the year's I was happy about being over-scheduled.

I do have a stand out event this year, and it is an event that focused on Tech and Fashion and I figured that #TechThursday on the interwebs was the perfect day to hit you with it. Hello Beautiful and Latinista hosted a tech talk called: TECH: THE NEW FASHIONISTA How Tech Is Changing The Way We Live. The event was held at Sony Square NYC. Nestled in the bustling Flatiron District, Sony Square NYC is a PUBLIC space committed to showcasing innovations in products, movies, music and gaming igniting creativity and curiosity through extraordinary experiences, you can catch product launches, creative workshops, live performances and more. It was a great venue for this event being held during New York Fashion Week and talking Tech.

Currently the space is hosting an a7R III Photo Exhibition (10/25 - 11/27) from 10 am to 7pm EST - view the extraordinary images created with Sony's newest camera - this is perfect for me after hitting the Photo Plus Expo, I am more inspired than ever to get more creative with my Photography! More on my takeaways from Photo Plus Expo to come. Separate Post, Promise. From 11/3 - 01/08/18 you can also Experience PlayStation and get hands on with a variety of games across multiple PlayStation Platforms. So if you are considering a PlayStation for anyone on your holiday shopping list this year, this one is for you.

Virtual Reality Demo at Sony Square Space NYC

Hosted by Dee Rivera, CEO of Latinista, the panel included:

Ƹ̵̡Ӝ̵̨̄Ʒ -  Danielle James, Style & Beauty Editor, Hello Beautiful
Ƹ̵̡Ӝ̵̨̄Ʒ -  Sachin Narode, CEO of XENIAPP
Ƹ̵̡Ӝ̵̨̄Ʒ -  Tamica Fields, Senior Product Marketing Specialist of Sony Life Space UX
Ƹ̵̡Ӝ̵̨̄Ʒ -  Esmeralda Cruz, CEO of EC-OPS
Ƹ̵̡Ӝ̵̨̄Ʒ -  Cesar Galindo, Celebrity Designer

The insights on technology, incorporating influencers into marketing campaigns, and changes with technology were great to explore. Not only did the panelists knock it out the park but the Q&A is definitely where the magic happens, and I was happy to hear fellow influencers and bloggers who knew their numbers, value and worth asking those juicy questions, and now you can be there too, check out the video below:

No event recap coverage from me is complete without sharing the cocktails and the DJ, the cocktail sponsor was Spring44 Honey Flavored Vodka:

Spring44 Honey Flavored Vodka

and as for the DJ, now that is where it gets interesting!

SONY LSPX-S1 GLASS SOUND SPEAKER

Music was coming from some creative places. Places where light and music combine. And the sound was warm and immersive and doing a bang up job filling a space where tons of editors were talking.

The Sony LSPX-S1 Glass Sound Speaker was hidden among a row of plants!

At the end of the panel during the networking session Sony hosted a raffle for a different product one that was overhead, the LED Bulb Speaker, and take a guess who won?

Shortly after this beauty arrived in the mail:

SONY LSPX-102E26 LED Bulb Speaker

And you guys know I test any tech product for at least thirty full days before even mentioning it to you. I have put the SONY LSPX-102E26 LED Bulb Speaker to the test and was surprised at the ease of set up, it was as easy as screwing in a light bulb, literally. It paired super fast and easy with ALL my music from owned to subscription, played nicely with ALL my devices from android, desktop, windows laptop and all my portables. It surprised me by pairing with no trouble to a really old iPod of mine, and most wireless speakers give me trouble with that one. I now literally want one of these bulbs in every room. I sort of wish I had put this bulb in the kitchen or bathroom, so I may have to pick up a few more. I never thought I would be recommending a Light Bulb for the holidays, but you should definitely add this one to your list for Santa. it takes up the least space, has immersive sound and pairs easily with a wide variety of devices.

My Take:

With print magazines struggling financially and many going out of business, Influencers are changing the Media Game. Blogs have changed the face of Lifestyle Stories. People are more interested in seeing a person whose lifestyle is similar to their own wearing fashion instead of celebrities, blog reviews are the new consumer reports. It's all about Real People putting products to the test and sharing the good, the bad and ugly.

Are lines getting blurry? That depends on the blogger.

You are always going to get real talk from me. The biggest 'concession' I am willing to make is with-holding a review when I get a stinker so the brand can work on it. And some stuff is so bad it just doesn't make my pages at all by MY choice, not theirs.

Designers are coming straight to Bloggers, dressing them, collaborating with them and putting us front row at their Fashion Shows which I have been doing for years. It started with "Print" Magazine Editors cursing me out and trying to get me to move to the back because the front row was 'for them', and I stood my ground brass balls style in the very beginning and love that it happened so much less this year.

I am the Rosa Parks of Bloggers when it comes to Fashion Week, if a designer tells me I'm in the front row, then I am holding my ground. I let no one move me back and I don't let Editors intimidate me.

Tech and Fashion have been intersecting, are intersecting and I love that I talk both languages. Tech is second nature to me (former Tech Recruiter) and as an Entrepreneur and Professional Woman my Fashion choices continue to evolve with the places I find myself walking in life. Tech and Fashion have been intersecting for me for quite awhile and I wouldn't have it any other way. This event was a breath of fresh air during New York Fashion Week as far as I'm concerned and hope to see more of these smart talks next season.

Spill Butterflies: Where are YOU going for Reviews? (Feel free to share who you love to read, I was reading blogs before I began contributing to them and I was actually contributing to Brand Blogs before I even started my own.) Are you reading more digital and less print?  Do you have a favorite Wireless Speaker? If so, please let me know which one it is as I am an audiophile!

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FTC Disclosure: This is NOT a sponsored post or compensated.  This is an event recap and a product review for a product I WON and was no under obligation to write about. The event was sponsored, this review is NOT. All opinions are 100% my own! I am disclosing this in accordance with the Federal Trade Commission 16 CFR, Part 255 - Guides Concerning the use of endorsements and testimonials in advertising, you may check our Giveaway & Disclosure Page for additional information regarding Ascending Butterfly Disclosure. Things that lure this butterfly out of her cocoon: Technology, Travel, Fashion, Beauty, Spirits (Sparkling, Champagne, Prosecco, Sake, Bourbon, Craft Brews), Foodie Fun - really I'm such a *simple girl*.

Last Chance for the @NYBG Holiday Train Show + they will be open for the long weekend! {#Photo Highlights}

This is NOT a compensated post!

Tshirt in New York Botanical Garden Gift Shop - Holiday Train Show 2015

Looking for a fun way to spend the long weekend? If you are based in New York City I would highly suggest the New York Botanical Garden Holiday Train Show which will be open on Monday. The show is family friendly and the model trains zipping past a display of 150 famous landmarks - each painstakingly re-created with bark, leaves and other natural materials is sure to delight the entire family.

This weekend is also the last weekend you can catch 'Bar Car Nights' (which is the adults only evening version of the show that comes with a complimentary cocktail/beverage) - fun date night idea, and not a bad idea for those singles who are ready to mingle either - you never know who you will meet while waiting in line for your cocktail at the bar. (If you hold magic in your heart and allow 2016 to enchant you, it surely will).

There are new trains and tracks this year as well as a short film of the show's behind-the-scenes magic, a multi-sensory finale of light and sound. 

The grounds are like a winter wonderland spread across 250 acres with musical performances, fire dancers, ice-carving and Evergreen Express Activities for kids in the Adventure Garden.

Not based in New York City? No worries, I've got you covered with Photo Highlights!

Above: Fire Dancer - New York Botanical Garden

Above: Fire Dancer, New York Botanical Garden

Above: Fire Dancer, New York Botanical Garden

Above: Fire Dancer, New York Botanical Garden

Above: Fire Dancer, New York Botanical Garden

Above: Fire Dancer, New York Botanical Garden

Above: Fire Dancer, New York Botanical Garden

Above: Ice Carver at New York Botanical Garden 2015 Holiday Train Show, Bronx, New York

Above: Ice Carver at New York Botanical Garden 2015 Holiday Train Show, Bronx, New York

Above: Ice Carver at New York Botanical Garden 2015 Holiday Train Show, Bronx, New York

Above: Penn Station Replica (created using Natural Materials) at New York Botanical Garden Holiday Train Show

Above: Phillipsburg Manor Replica at New York Botanical Garden 2015 Holiday Train Show, Bronx, New York

Above: Radio City Music Hall Replica at New York Botanical Garden 2015 Holiday Train Show, Bronx, New York

Above: Highland Gardens Replica at New York Botanical Garden 2015 Holiday Train Show, Bronx, New York

Above: Grand Central Terminal Replica at New York Botanical Garden 2015 Holiday Train Show, Bronx, New York

Above: Stadium Replica at New York Botanical Garden 2015 Holiday Train Show, Bronx, New York

Above: Trans World Airlines - TWA Terminal at John F Kennedy Airport Replica at New York Botanical Garden 2015 Holiday Train Show, Bronx, New York (See the airplane on the left of the terminal, isn't it cute?)

Above: Enid Haupt Conservatory Replica at New York Botanical Garden 2015 Holiday Train Show, Bronx, New York (Had to love that nod to themselves, we were in the Enid Haupt Conservatory enjoying the Holiday Train Show!)

Above: Macys Replica at New York Botanical Garden 2015 Holiday Train Show, Bronx, New York - There is an exclusive contest going on at NYBG to win a Macys Gift Card, so be sure to look for the sign and enter the contest!

Above: Union Station Replica at New York Botanical Garden 2015 Holiday Train Show, Bronx, New York

Above: Wave Hill House Replica at New York Botanical Garden 2015 Holiday Train Show, Bronx, New York

I took TONS of photos so I will create a Pinterest Board for this one soon and come back and post the link to it here.

DISCOUNT:

Buy your tickets online and save $5 with code 9101 on tickets to the last Bar Car Nights on January 15th & 16th

MY TAKE:

As a New Yorker and Bronxite, the New York Botanical Garden is sort of like 'my home away from home' - I visit there often enough! Between taking in The Orchid Show, the Frida Kahlo Exhibition this past summer and now the Holiday Train Show, it amazes me how much they transform the space! I enjoyed the Train Show - it was definitely more crowded for the bar car night that I attended than I expected, so leave enough time to get there so you can enjoy your entire session. There is SO much to see!

Speaking of The Orchid Show, the 2016 Orchid Show is almost here, and we will be hosting another giveaway for Orchid Evenings at the Garden right here, so please stay tuned, that giveaway will launch VERY soon! I definitely recommend the show as a Valentine's Day Date idea or even girls night out if you are not sharing Valentine's with a special someone this year.

Are model trains a part of your holidays? Have you ever been to the Holiday Train Show?

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FTC Disclosure:  This is NOT a compensated Post, All opinions are 100% my own! Passes to the Holiday Train Show were provided for Editorial Consideration. I am disclosing this in accordance with the Federal Trade Commission 16 CFR, Part 255 - Guides Concerning the use of endorsements and testimonials in advertising, you may check our Giveaway and Disclosure Page for additional information regarding Ascending Butterfly Disclosure.

Thanks to @BestBuy I attended the @LGUS Designed to Inspire Event, presented by LG Studio #NateBerkusLG #ad

#Ad: This post is sponsored by Best Buy

From Left to Right: David Vanderwaal, Vice President, LGEUS Marketing, Alex Sobolewski, Petya Toncheva and Nate Berkus far right.

On November 19th in New York City Designer and LG Studio Artistic Advisor, Nate Berkus as well as ASID finalists attended a Hearst Magazines, LG Studio event to celebrate the new line of LG Studio premium kitchen appliances.

I got the chance to attend with fellow Best Buy Bloggers and in addition to a meet and greet with Nate Berkus, I got to swoon over the sweet new appliances too! I need ALL of these in my life right now, especially on the heels on the biggest cooking day of the year!

Above: You know I am all about the small touches and love live flowers so I just had to nab a  table centerpiece shot of these beautiful flowers.

Above: You can tell that's a candid shot of me, because I always take off my glasses! LOL

Above: David Vanderwaal, Vice President, LGEUS Marketing - Considering how far back I actually was standing I can't be mad at this shot, glad I lugged my DSLR along! David gave us an overview of the design contest and the appliances and then kicked it over to Nate Berkus who is the LG Studio Artistic Advisor and who judged and selected the winner of the contest for the ASID (The American Society of Interior Designers) contest.

Above: Nate Berkus, LG Studio Artistic Advisor discusses the judging contest.

Above: Nate Berkus and ASID Contest Winner Petya Toncheva

Above: Let's just say it was Cats and Dogs raining outside (like really all Noah's Arc 40 days/40 nights like!) so this photo booth shot is all #curlyhairdon'tcare - I also posted this photo on Instagram along with a photo of the signature drink made with Tequila and Jalapeno! So be sure to be following us Instagram to catch moments that may not always make the recap post!

MY TAKE:

I think it's great that LG US is looking to the next wave of designers to help create new appliances, and with contests like this one, it gives upstarts a chance to showcase their skills!

It was great meeting Nate Berkus, and he was kind enough to sign copies of his new book for the bloggers in attendance which I thought was such a neat touch!

I know I for one will be looking for new appliances and other electronic items during this weekends sales (I tend to shop Cyber Monday more than Black Friday), and Best Buy is going to be offering some super competitive pricing on the LG Studio Collection at Best Buy so get it while it's HOT!

Will you be shopping at Best Buy for Black Friday Deals this year? Are LG Appliances on your Appliance Wish List?

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FTC Disclosure: This is a sponsored post brought to you by Best Buy. This is an event recap, and all opinions are 100% my own! I am disclosing this in accordance with the Federal Trade Commission 16 CFR, Part 255 - Guides Concerning the use of endorsements and testimonials in advertising, you may check our Giveaway and Disclosure Page for additional information regarding Ascending Butterfly Disclosure.

{#WordlessWednesday} Photo Highlights from @curvexpo Mode #Lingerie & #Swimwear Spring/Summer 2016 Preview Show! #CURVENY

MODE LINGERIE AND SWIM | CURVEXPO | NEW YORK 2015

I was stoked that CURVE EXPO worked with my crazy schedule this year and while I didn't spend all 3 days there I maximized the time I did spend at the show to the fullest. It was fun getting a sneak peek at the styles and trends that will be prominent for Spring and Summer of 2016. (Is it just me or is this year truly FLYING by?)

As with most tradeshows (and for those who know NYC well, the Javitz can play host to an incredible number of vendors/booths), I can only hit so many booths/exhibitors/vendors. Which makes my natural tendency to go with brands I actually wear and feel I 'know'. But I also seek out unique stories and brands with 'heart' and 'soul'.

Most trade shows are so focused on retailers/buyers that press/media can very much get lost in the shuffle which is sad, but not entirely surprising. (Not my first time at the Rodeo). So in some cases I will have mostly pictures (making this perfect for Wordless Wednesday), but with some brands I did get a chance to make a real 'connection'. 

So while this is an overview with photo highlights, expect that some of the brands I connected with during #CURVENY will be featured here again separately.

Here are my Photo Highlights, (in no particular order):

LEFT: ME! Ascending Butterfly Right: Helen Sánchez

ABOVE: Helen is the founder of a Luxury Lingerie Line that you can view at www.helensanchez.com, I connected with her via twitter before the expo and she was super awesome about taking time for me despite the fact I was unable to make a set appointment time with anyone because I was also attending panel press sessions during the time I was there. Her line brings timeless and classic luxury to the forefront with designs that speak to the modern femininity of today's woman. It is the construction and details that stand out and how so many of the pieces can so easily double as 'outerwear', in fact the 'blouse' she is wearing in the photo above is from her collection. Her initial silk collection was inspired by the fashion of the 30's and 40's (and there was actually quite a theme for the entire show in my eyes of lingerie going back to a more classic elegance - the true epitomy of a 'sexy lady', stressing the LADY part!) 

ABOVE: Ladies, men find it super sexy when you wear their shirts to bed, this set gives me that 'boyfriend' borrow feel, but in a cut that's actually flattering to your figure and curves!

I have a strong feeling we both felt a sense of relief to connect with another Latina in this industry, where I don't see enough 'bosses' with faces that match my own. I love seeing a Latina in the forefront of a Lingerie brand that stresses LUXURY and ELEGANCE with quality construction, pieces with a sumptious feel that transport you just by looking at them! I could easily see myself wearing many of her pieces on my next resort vacation. (Which I think I need to take soon - I'm in a bit of a 'burnout' mode lately!) - I'm hash-tagging this meeting #LatinaPride

ABOVE:  You have got to love the name alone, 'Naked Princess' - isn't that exactly what you want to feel like in the bedroom? Luxury Lingerie, Loungewear, Beauty and Gifts were on display and I got to leave with some fun sample size goodies including their Naked Shine Lip Gloss, Body & Boudoir Spray and Body Souffle's in scents like: 'Midnight Bloom' - (a blend of vanilla musk, exotic citrus and eastern florals) 'Vanille Blanc' - (a blend of Moroccan Vanilla, Sweet Almond and Tonquin Bean Notes) and last but not least 'Boudoir Blush' - (a blend of pink peppercorn, White Lilies, Rose and Jasmine notes).

ABOVE: Natori is a brand I thought I knew quite well, but I had no idea about 'Natori + Support' and was happily surprised to stumble upon it. I didn't get to meet with their reps so I can't report much about it but I will be looking into these!

ABOVE: When you see normal size undies and not tiny dental floss sized ones, you stop and honor them with a photo! LOL

ABOVE: It was nice seeing some of Natori's Spring/Summer 2016 pieces as I haven't worn them in awhile, but I do remember them to be well constructed and they were always durable!

ABOVE: This set by Rosa Faia caught my eye, great color! They also offer a wide range of sizes, from very small bust to very large!

ABOVE: I am an Aries - we are known for being ahem 'bold' (understatement of the century!) and our color is Red - so needless to say this set caught my eye!

ABOVE: Buyers are able to ask to see styles modeled before they place their orders. so sometimes where I didn't have a booth appointment I would take advantage and nab shots of the models as they were showing off sets for the buyers!

ABOVE: This set is by a brand we have featured often on these pages, Le Mystere! I have been wearing them for a very long time. I was bummed I couldn't get some time with reps at this booth as I have actually been wearing Le Mystere LONG before my blogging days! Isn't the model totally ROCKING this set? Her hair, the bold white against her gorgeous skin tone, she is FIERCE!

ABOVE: This frilly Emerald set is super cute!

ABOVE: The trends wall by Promostyl featured really pretty pieces, and this vintage looking lace number is so retro I just had to nab a shot of it, I hope the photo does justice to the detail. (Butterflies I will make a pinterest board for this post, just give me a few days -prepping for a Food and Wine Bloggers Press Trip - I will come back and update you guys with the link, and you know I will tweet it out as well.)

ABOVE: Aren't these colors so very Spring! As the Fall is slowly transitioning to Winter it pains me to think the cold is swiftly approaching and pretty Spring things feel so far away right now! These sets are by Le Mystere as well.

ABOVE: Now all this sexy, lacy is nice, but at the end of the day I need loungewear, I can't greet the UPS/Fedex daily deliveries with that kind of stuff (well I could I guess, LOL), I like my comfy PJ's - North East winters are COLD!!!! It was dragonfly PJ's that made me want to peek in, you know I love all things with wings! Munki Munki is a brand I am familiar with but haven't yet tried personally, but these definitely look like lazy, comfy, warm, Sunday mornings to me!

ABOVE: This is the Dragonfly set that drew me in!

ABOVE: In addition to butterflies I used to collect giraffe stuff too, they were my favorite animals to visit at the zoo when I was younger, this set brought me a bit of giraffe nostalgia, I just love their gentle grace!

ABOVE: This one sort of reminds me of nurse's scrubs!

ABOVE: Pampour Couture also gave me a wonderfully retro vibe, and after checking out their site I love that they do custom and made to order so you know for sure your piece will fit just right!

ABOVE: There is something a little 'superstar' about this one! #PajamaBallin

Elila booth at #CurveNY Model Asia Mone't #CURVENY 2015

ABOVE: OK, I haven't been this excited since I hit on Le Mystere (before the Oprah craze I might add!), I got to connect with Elila on Twitter as well before the Show and after checking out the Elila Website I was even more excited to see the line up close and personal! I got to see Asia model a few pieces for Elila, and I fell in LOVE pretty much with the entire collection! They re-sized me at the booth, (my sizing for them is a bit different than I am used to with other brands) and when I got to try a few styles on the very first thing I noticed is that 'the girls' were very much back up where they should be, (ahem and how woefully poor the bra I came in with was doing for me!), and the fact that the styles were absolutely beautiful and so were the colors. Variety is still lacking for plus size lingerie, and while we have made strides in the past few years, you either sacrifice style or support, very rarely do large size bras truly give you BOTH, these do!

I know the struggle is real when it comes to sizing ladies, all I can tell you, is get sized individually by a very knowledgeable 'fitter', you can very well be a totally different size from brand to brand, and suprisingly from style to style even within your fave brand! I know it can be time consuming, but you have to try every bra on BEFORE you make that purchase. Even a style and brand you wear consistently you should re-check every so often as your weight fluctuates, so to will your bra size my friends! (You know how some people say if they eat something it will go straight to their butt? Apparently my cheesecake indulgences go straight to my boobs!!!) Thankfully Elila will have me covered if my weight changes again! And my years of blogging have helped me learn the right styles to accentuate (yes accentuate because nothing can really HIDE them, at least Elila will help me keep them pointing in the right direction!).

Left: ME! Right: Naama Laufer from Elila

ABOVE: Elila sizing runs from 34-54 | B-N cups, and they offer seasonal color palettes to their key collections (Jacquard, Lace, Leopard, Soft Cup, Underwire, Strapless, Specialty, Shapewear, Molded and more). They recently sent me some styles to test out and as soon as I have given them all a good 'road test' I will update you guys! Having the girls up where they belong will make you look and feel a good 10 years younger! The team behind the brand was awesome, straight talkers, knowledgeable and with a deep understanding of the needs of us curvy lingerie lovers. Not all plus size bra wearers want under-wire, and with a well constructed bra you don't really need to make them all underwire if you don't want to. When you are lingerie shopping, go to a good bra store, ask for recos and start to get a look AND feel for quality construction, design and construction MATTER that is what constitutes perfect fit. Different weight and different stages of my life has brought me to various brands, I'm glad that a 'day at the office' brought to me a brand that truly took the time to not only 'measure me' correctly, but help me find styles that fit with my wardrobe and lifestyle needs. And also I was getting into a 't-shirt bra rut' so the fact they added some much needed lace to my life is awesome, stay tuned to my instagram feed, they will go up on there first! (I have to do something on the social channels that I don't do here to keep you all guessing and keep the content fresh on each channel).

ABOVE: Love+Grace has actually been on my radar WAY before CURVENY so I am glad I had the chance to meet them in person. I am a loungewear addict and I know you guys responded quite well to our loungewear/PJ giveaways in the past so comfy PJ's are definitely a fave of yours as well, I am always happy to put new PJ's on your radar, especially with the holidays coming up! I got to see some pieces from this season's Holiday's Collection as well as from the upcoming S/S 16 collection. They actually get extra brownie points from me for something you probably wouldn't expect. I arrived at their booth when some of their team was getting ready to order lunch and they asked if I would like something for lunch as well, I declined, but made mental notes that I would mention it, at tradeshows so often booths shoo shoo press away, particularly if there is a retailer or buyer in the immediate vicinity. They usually want to get rid of press quick, so I thought it was an incredibly thoughtful gesture and one that speaks volumes! The 'Cassie in Prints' PJ's offer some cute holiday styles you should check out, c'mon you know you want a new set for those Christmas Morning Selfies, Snapchats and Periscopes!

First Bra Foundation and their amazing brand partners share their story with Press at #CURVENY 2015

And last but not least a give back story that truly touched my heart, First Bra Foundation shared about the amazing work they are doing giving Breast Cancer Survivors a symbol of renewal - a bra - First Bra Foundation provides survivors with a free bra of their choice that includes a private, personalized fitting experience.

MY TAKE:

Whether you are in 'sexy kitten', 'boardroom to bedroom' mode or just plain cuddle bunny, CURVEXPO definitely had a little 'something something' for everyone, and with the styles and sizing that covered ALL body types and body shapes I have to admit it was worth the trek to the Javitz in the middle of a super cold New York City Winter to get there. I am amazed by the work First Bra Foundation is doing and I hope to see their list of cities expand and their list of Brand Partners for donations as well. C'mon bra brands fork over more bras to First Bra, what they are doing for Cancer Warriors deserves some extra help! Readers visit their site and consider donating as well. Let's all ban together and give a collective rally cry '#FUCKCANCER'!

All the brands listed above are now on my radar and are definitely ones I will be watching. They are all brands I hope to be able to deepen the relationship with!

Readers, here's YOUR call to action: Which Brand Featured Above Interests YOU most? Brownie Points: If you visit their website, share a specific style that you liked best, who knows, maybe I can have them come back and do something fun for YOU as well.

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FTC Disclosure: All opinions are 100% MY OWN. This is NOT a Compensated Post, it is an Event Recap. I am disclosing this in accordance with the Federal Trade Commission 16 CFR, Part 255 - Guides Concerning the use of endorsements and testimonials in advertising, you may check our Giveaway and Disclosure Page for additional information regarding Ascending Butterfly Disclosure.