Patra Braids

When I was little, I used to love this dancehall singer by the name of Patra! Famous for gyrating on the bumper of her car in hot pants and a crop top, under the scorching Jamaican  sun!

Besides my love for her dancehall tunes, what I loved most about her was her long thick braids!! Around the same time (1993) we saw Janet Jackson rocking similar braids in the movie Poetic Justice.
Here in South Africa we had a kwaito (South African music genre) group by the name of Boom Shaka with two female artists in the group spotting very similar braids.

Boom Shaka 

Now, back to the future... a few decades later, I've fallen in love with them again! And around September last year I decided to give them a try. After sitting for hours and constantly arguing with the hair stylist about the width of the braids, the verdict was.... I LOVED THEM, so much so that I now can't get enough of them. 7months later I'm still rocking these "Patra Braids".

Solange Knowles has been seen spotting these braids and lookin' mighty fwyn too.

 Solange 

My hairline is starting to complain, but I'm not. These braids are so fun!

Janet Jackson - Poetic Justice

Patra was recently spotted in New York, wearing *clears throat* not the most flattering outfit, but I have to admit her braids are still on point!! Lol! 

And...this is me...I ♥ my braids!!

Stale Fries

Hey hey hey....*moon walks past ur screen*

What a FAIL! I've neglected my blog. No excuses. But have no fear I am back!!

POOOOWW!!

95 year old FASTfood

I recently discovered a 95 year old fashion icon by the name of Zelda Kaplan, famous not only for being an inspiration in the fashion scene, but also for being a “club kid” at heart, often partying into the morning hours at some of New York’s most exclusive nightlife parties.

I was quite shocked to find out that she recently passed away (about a week ago). Zelda Kaplan died, collapsing in the front row Joanna Mastroianni’s runway show during New York Fashion Week.

Kaplan appeared to faint in her seat after the models had started walking down the runway. Security carried her out of the show, where she got CPR before an ambulance arrived and took Kaplan to the hospital where she was pronounced dead.

Kaplan was known for her distinctive style, favoring bold African prints, hats and oversized sunglasses–as well as her youthful spirit and boundless energy.

When I grow up, I want to be a granny just like her!

May her soul rest in peace!

Hello World!!

I couldn't wait to publish my "Supersize My Meal" post and in the process, completely forgot to welcome you to my blog. So here it goes...lol!

Welcome to my blog! *huge grin* Please bear with me while I find my way around the blog-o-sphere! Loading pictures has been a freakin nightmare, and we all know that a post without a pic isn't much fun. But have no fear, I'll be running in no time. In the meantime, drive thru every now and then for the best FASTfood around, i.e. my thoughts on what's hot and in the fast lane.

Thanks for stopping by!

Supersize My Meal!

Welcome to FASTfood. After much deliberation, I have decided to dedicate my first blog to Plus Size Divas!

The term "Plus Size Diva" was first introduced to me by a friend few years ago referring to just that...Plus Size Divas. It was amazing how 3 little words made me feel great about being...well, fat! And yes, that's what I am! No dressing on this salad. I'm what my aunt and her friends call "babes".

Picture Courtesy of Plus Model Mag 

Our society shuns girls like us. Passing comments like, "Oh I hope you're on your way to the gym" and "Should u really be having that slice of cake!?" making life all the more difficult for us to get by, adding yet another societal judgement to our books.

Which is why I love the phrase "Plus Size Diva" so much! They are not just "thick" ladies who embrace the fact that they're plus size, yet wear slops and tents to the mall in an effort to show the world how comfortable they are with themselves.

Relebogile Mabotja (love this lady): Courtesy of owens.co.za  

Plus Size Divas steal the room they just walked into. They love to look good. They make people stop, make people stare, and sometimes leave their jaws dropped! Plus Size Divas, embrace their God given body. Every single curve, roll, dimple.... Although at times their insecurities get the best of them, they still wake up, dress up, and show up...even for a trip to the garage for some milk.

Picture courtesy of Plus Model Mag 

They are the leading stars in the movie of their life (you'd be surprised how many people aren't).
Well, blah blah blah, I could go on forever! In a nutshell, I'm SO inspired by my fellow PSDs. If you have big hips, a pot belly, a big ass, big boobs, or all of the above....lol, EMBRACE THEM, LOVE THEM, FLAUNT THEM!
Be fat and FABULOUS!

*raises glass of champagne*
Here's to Plus Size Divas!

Go on wit ur bad selves!! WHOOP!!

 Above pictures courtesy of Plus Model Mag