Shalon Dozier
Los Angeles, CA
Photography By:
Kev Bailey
http://www.kevbaileyphotography.com
HC: Hello Shalon tell us about yourself?
Shalon: My name is Shalon Dozier a single mother of an amazing little boy named Zachary. I am currently attending school full-time in hopes of becoming a Nurse Practitioner. As of now I am working on transferring into the Baccalaureate of Science in Nursing program with a minor in chemistry. Once I complete the BSN program, I will proceed to take the NCLEX-RN, which is the state board exam to become a registered nurse. Upon completion and licensing my plan is to continue my education by immediately entering into the Masters program to obtain certification as a nurse practitioner in Family Nursing. My ultimate goal is to operate and own a makeup and skincare line for all women. After grad school I will take advantage of both degrees and revolutionize the makeup and skincare industry by incorporating natural botanicals to bring out a woman’s true beauty.
Some of my favorite hobbies include hanging out with my son, shopping, and jazz festivals. I consider myself to be a woman who beats to her own drum; my style is a reflection of it. I enjoy mixing and matching vintage pieces with modern trends. Being a plus size model doesn’t stop me from dressing a certain way. I put all limitations aside when it comes to fashion and trends, it defines who I am as a woman. My inspiration stems from people who are trendsetters. When I think of a trendsetter I think of plus supermodel Mia Tyler, I love the confidence she exudes on the runway. Mia is a model that creates trends a lot of plus models follow, she is absolutely gorgeous!
HC: Who discovered you as a plus size model?
Shalon: I got my start as a plus model by entering Torrid’s model search, a few years back. I remember showing up to the model search and seeing a line that wrapped around the entire perimeter of the mall. Over eight hundred women showed for the model search, and I was chosen two weeks later as one of the top ten finalists. I was not the winner, but was fortunate enough to get a call back for another modeling assignment. This opportunity led to my success as a plus size model.
HC: What has been your best experience in the plus size industry?
Shalon: The plus size industry has brought many lucrative experiences to me, but there is one in particular that I would like to share with you all. I was invited to attend the Classically Plus Cruise for a weekend. This cruise was a networking event that was held for the plus size industry which included; plus models, makeup artist, photographers, magazines, designers and many other industry professionals. I participated in a photo shoot led by two great photographers in the industry. This photo shoot landed me a two page editorial spread in Venus Diva Magazine, and a swimsuit cover with magazine as well. I was given the wonderful opportunity to embrace the industry by connecting with the right people.
HC: How do you feel about Heavenly Curves and our movement?
Shalon: I love that Heavenly Curves provides lingerie that embraces the curves of plus size women. The line offers pieces that are sexy and can give me the support that I need at the same time. Heavenly Curves has tapped in on exactly what the plus size woman wants and needs. They embrace the curves of women by making them feel sexy and comfortable at all times. Our society perceives that if you are bigger than a size four, you do not fit the standards of what is considered beautiful. I appreciate the fact that Heavenly Curves embraces and supports the wants and needs of the plus size woman, when I wear Heavenly Curves I feel confident, sexy and beautiful!
Very sexy as a plus size model and I high five you for your courage
Congratulations & Good luck with everything!