Busty Girl Stories
A Kiva Story Part III: Manufacturing in the USA
The last thing that is sewn onto a button down shirt are the buttons and they arrived a few weeks ago. When companies manufacture overseas, particularly in China, the manufacturer...
A Kiva Story Part III: Manufacturing in the USA
The last thing that is sewn onto a button down shirt are the buttons and they arrived a few weeks ago. When companies manufacture overseas, particularly in China, the manufacturer...
A Kiva Story Part II: Fabric Choice
After looking at many fabric swatches from different suppliers, I have decided to go with 100% cotton sourced from Japan. Japanese cotton is well known for being of high quality...
A Kiva Story Part II: Fabric Choice
After looking at many fabric swatches from different suppliers, I have decided to go with 100% cotton sourced from Japan. Japanese cotton is well known for being of high quality...
All About Sheer and Straps: CurvExpo NY Lingeri...
This was my second time attending CurvExpo in NYC and I must say that I'm excited for the Winter/Spring collections. My first meeting was with full bust lingerie and...
All About Sheer and Straps: CurvExpo NY Lingeri...
This was my second time attending CurvExpo in NYC and I must say that I'm excited for the Winter/Spring collections. My first meeting was with full bust lingerie and...
Girl Power! Part II
On the next installment of Girl Power!, I highlight more trailblazing women who are part of the body positive and body inclusive movements in the fashion industry. Brazen Bras was...
Girl Power! Part II
On the next installment of Girl Power!, I highlight more trailblazing women who are part of the body positive and body inclusive movements in the fashion industry. Brazen Bras was...
Girl Power!
One of the great things about Exclusively Kristen's East Coast and Midwest pop up shop tour is that I get to meet some amazing female entrepreneurs. Women-owned firms account for...
Girl Power!
One of the great things about Exclusively Kristen's East Coast and Midwest pop up shop tour is that I get to meet some amazing female entrepreneurs. Women-owned firms account for...
Cartoons Are For Grown Folks
Someone once asked me what I like to watch on TV. I responded that I rarely watch American TV and was currently on a Kdrama and anime kick. I went...
Cartoons Are For Grown Folks
Someone once asked me what I like to watch on TV. I responded that I rarely watch American TV and was currently on a Kdrama and anime kick. I went...
The Wonderful World of Korean Soap Operas
I got hip to Korean soap operas or Kdramas last year through my boyfriend's mom. The first one that I ever saw was Boys Over Flowers starring the very handsome...
The Wonderful World of Korean Soap Operas
I got hip to Korean soap operas or Kdramas last year through my boyfriend's mom. The first one that I ever saw was Boys Over Flowers starring the very handsome...
The Big Bust Revolution is Happening in Wichita...
A few months ago, I got an alert on Instagram that said, "theheavyhanger started following you." The Heavy Hanger is an interesting name, so I clicked on it and discovered that...
The Big Bust Revolution is Happening in Wichita...
A few months ago, I got an alert on Instagram that said, "theheavyhanger started following you." The Heavy Hanger is an interesting name, so I clicked on it and discovered that...
Bye, Bye G Cups :-(
I always knew that one day my boobs would take over the world. It seemed like I went from a training bra to a D cup* within a period of...
Bye, Bye G Cups :-(
I always knew that one day my boobs would take over the world. It seemed like I went from a training bra to a D cup* within a period of...
Big Bust Bloggers Part II
In a previous blog, I listed 5 bloggers "who are trying to save us from fashion and bra fitting hell...one busty lady at a time." Below I will highlight 5...
Big Bust Bloggers Part II
In a previous blog, I listed 5 bloggers "who are trying to save us from fashion and bra fitting hell...one busty lady at a time." Below I will highlight 5...
CURVExpo And My Pursuit Of (Not Your Grandma's)...
This past weekend, I attended CURVExpo and it was great to see all of the beautiful lingerie on display. The most significant thing that I came away with is that the...
CURVExpo And My Pursuit Of (Not Your Grandma's)...
This past weekend, I attended CURVExpo and it was great to see all of the beautiful lingerie on display. The most significant thing that I came away with is that the...
What's Up With USA-Based Big Bust Apparel Compa...
Before I launched Exclusively Kristen, I did some research and quickly discovered that big bust fashion has a much stronger presence in Europe, specifically the United Kingdom. This is surprising...
What's Up With USA-Based Big Bust Apparel Compa...
Before I launched Exclusively Kristen, I did some research and quickly discovered that big bust fashion has a much stronger presence in Europe, specifically the United Kingdom. This is surprising...
Shirts for Men 5'2" to 5'8": Ash & Erie Review
A few months ago, I came across an article about a company that makes shirts for men who are 5'2" to 5'8", called Ash & Erie (formally Ash & Anvil),...
Shirts for Men 5'2" to 5'8": Ash & Erie Review
A few months ago, I came across an article about a company that makes shirts for men who are 5'2" to 5'8", called Ash & Erie (formally Ash & Anvil),...
Big Bust Bloggers
When I was a teenager, the internet was barely a thing. I attempted to shop at Guess and other trendy stores, but quickly realized that my boobs+trendy didn't go together....
Big Bust Bloggers
When I was a teenager, the internet was barely a thing. I attempted to shop at Guess and other trendy stores, but quickly realized that my boobs+trendy didn't go together....
An Ode To Niche Fashion Companies: Clothes For ...
On the next installment of "An Ode To Niche Fashion Companies", I will highlight brands that cater to short statured people. Little People I recently came across an article about...
An Ode To Niche Fashion Companies: Clothes For ...
On the next installment of "An Ode To Niche Fashion Companies", I will highlight brands that cater to short statured people. Little People I recently came across an article about...
An Ode To Niche Fashion: "Why Can't I find Size...
As a student at Oberlin College, I was an attendee of its annual Drag Ball. It was a HUGE event that spanned almost the entire multilevel Wilder Hall Building. Since...
An Ode To Niche Fashion: "Why Can't I find Size...
As a student at Oberlin College, I was an attendee of its annual Drag Ball. It was a HUGE event that spanned almost the entire multilevel Wilder Hall Building. Since...
An Ode To Niche Fashion: A Celebration Of The B...
In the next installment of "An Ode to Niche Fashion", I highlight some other awesome companies that cater to underserved body types, particularly women with a little more junk in...
An Ode To Niche Fashion: A Celebration Of The B...
In the next installment of "An Ode to Niche Fashion", I highlight some other awesome companies that cater to underserved body types, particularly women with a little more junk in...
An Ode to Niche Fashion Companies
I recently saw a statistic stating that fashion is made for 17% of the population. Even though the average bra size in the USA is a 34DD, 67% of women...
An Ode to Niche Fashion Companies
I recently saw a statistic stating that fashion is made for 17% of the population. Even though the average bra size in the USA is a 34DD, 67% of women...
Working With Factories If You Are A Small Company
A few months ago, I went to a Maker's Row event that featured brands showing and selling their wares. Each representative gave a brief speech about his/her brand and how Maker's...
Working With Factories If You Are A Small Company
A few months ago, I went to a Maker's Row event that featured brands showing and selling their wares. Each representative gave a brief speech about his/her brand and how Maker's...
Business Ethics: Product Reviews
A few weeks ago, I attended an event sponsored by the NYC Department of Small Business Services called "Building a Sustainable Fashion Brand." The event featured panelists with expertise in manufacturing,...
Business Ethics: Product Reviews
A few weeks ago, I attended an event sponsored by the NYC Department of Small Business Services called "Building a Sustainable Fashion Brand." The event featured panelists with expertise in manufacturing,...
Trunks Shows Are An Entreprenuer's Best Friend
I recently wrote an article for Maker's Row that highlights how to save money without reducing quality and I note that trunk shows are a bootstrapping entrepreneur's best friend. Trunk...
Trunks Shows Are An Entreprenuer's Best Friend
I recently wrote an article for Maker's Row that highlights how to save money without reducing quality and I note that trunk shows are a bootstrapping entrepreneur's best friend. Trunk...
Runway Passport
Exclusively Kristen is happy to announce that our jewelry collection is featured on Runway Passport, which is a hub connecting emerging designers from around the world with fashion forward customers. We...
Runway Passport
Exclusively Kristen is happy to announce that our jewelry collection is featured on Runway Passport, which is a hub connecting emerging designers from around the world with fashion forward customers. We...
The Beauty of a Trunk Show
I am excited to announce that Exclusively Kristen will be hosting a series of trunk shows this summer. What is a trunk show? A trunk show is an event in which...
The Beauty of a Trunk Show
I am excited to announce that Exclusively Kristen will be hosting a series of trunk shows this summer. What is a trunk show? A trunk show is an event in which...
What Would You Do With $25,000?
What would you do if you received a large sum of money? Pay bills? Renovate your kitchen? Buy a car? For me that answer has changed over time. I rarely...
What Would You Do With $25,000?
What would you do if you received a large sum of money? Pay bills? Renovate your kitchen? Buy a car? For me that answer has changed over time. I rarely...
Why Exclusively Kristen Chose To Debut With Bas...
In the Spring of 2013, I decided to start a company that manufactures apparel for large busted women like myself. I have an eclectic sense of style in that I usually...
Why Exclusively Kristen Chose To Debut With Bas...
In the Spring of 2013, I decided to start a company that manufactures apparel for large busted women like myself. I have an eclectic sense of style in that I usually...
What To Look For In A Garment If You Are Busty
Exclusively Kristen shirts are specifically made for women with large breasts and in my previous blog post, I outlined the details that make our shirts perfect for busty women. However, this...
What To Look For In A Garment If You Are Busty
Exclusively Kristen shirts are specifically made for women with large breasts and in my previous blog post, I outlined the details that make our shirts perfect for busty women. However, this...
Tog + Porter Features Exclusively Kristen Shirts
We are pleased that our shirts will be featured in Tog + Porter's collection for their busty clients. Tog + Porter is a company that offers each client a personal...
Tog + Porter Features Exclusively Kristen Shirts
We are pleased that our shirts will be featured in Tog + Porter's collection for their busty clients. Tog + Porter is a company that offers each client a personal...
Finding The Right Manufacturer
In my previous blog post, I outlined the pros and cons of manufacturing overseas. In this blog post, I will go into greater detail about finding a manufacturer that is...
Finding The Right Manufacturer
In my previous blog post, I outlined the pros and cons of manufacturing overseas. In this blog post, I will go into greater detail about finding a manufacturer that is...
Should You Manufacture Overseas Or In The USA?
Exclusively Kristen is proud that we manufacture our garments in the USA. However, there are pros and cons to both manufacturing overseas and in the USA, which I will highlight...
Should You Manufacture Overseas Or In The USA?
Exclusively Kristen is proud that we manufacture our garments in the USA. However, there are pros and cons to both manufacturing overseas and in the USA, which I will highlight...
Fashion Lines: From Idea to Product In 6 Steps
Starting your own fashion line can be fraught with road bumps, so below are some guidelines to smooth out the process. You might have a great idea for a shirt...
Fashion Lines: From Idea to Product In 6 Steps
Starting your own fashion line can be fraught with road bumps, so below are some guidelines to smooth out the process. You might have a great idea for a shirt...
Teen Fashion Angst
In 1998, I was 16 years old and my parents had very high academic and social standards for my brother and I. My mother, especially, taught us the value of dressing...
Teen Fashion Angst
In 1998, I was 16 years old and my parents had very high academic and social standards for my brother and I. My mother, especially, taught us the value of dressing...