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Welcome to the Ivory & Main blog. Intended for the Curvy Bride, This blog will serve as a positive resource to help our fellow curvy beauties navigate the sometimes rocky waters of Bridal gown shopping. We will also post some fun and interesting interviews and insight, along with stories from other brides like yourself, you have options. Looking and feeling beautiful isn't about size, it's a mindset.
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5 Things We Hope Every Curvy Girl Wears This Summer
(Hint: It's Not About Following Trends)
At Ivory & Main Curvy Corner Boutique, we think summer style should feel a whole lot simpler. It's not about chasing every trend or buying a whole new wardrobe. It's about wearing the things you've been talking yourself out of. So this summer, there are only five things we hope every curvy girl wears. And they're less about fashion...and more about confidence.

Missy
20 hours ago3 min read


Thrift Girl Summer: Why This Season Belongs to Secondhand Fashion
We're officially declaring this summer: ✨ Thrift Girl Summer ✨ Because nothing says summer quite like finding amazing clothes, saving money, supporting sustainable fashion, and putting together outfits that nobody else is wearing. Honestly? We can't think of a better combination. If you've been looking for a sign to start thrifting, consider this it.

Missy
Jun 303 min read


Your Curvy Girl Thrift Guide
How to Thrift Like a Pro at Ivory & Main Curvy Corner Boutique. Thrifting isn't like shopping at a big-box store. It's part fashion, part treasure hunt, and part trusting the process. The best pieces are often the ones you weren't looking for at all. If you're ready to thrift like a pro, here are our favorite Curvy Corner tips.

Missy
Jun 173 min read


Are You a Thrift Girl or a Boutique Girl? (Or Somewhere Perfectly in Between?)
We have a question for you: When you're shopping, are you heading straight for the thrift rack... or are you making a beeline for the new arrivals? If your answer is "both," you're definitely not alone. At Curvy Corner, we see all kinds of shoppers walk through our doors. Some love the thrill of discovering a hidden gem. Others love the excitement of finding a brand-new piece that's ready to wear right now.

Missy
Jun 93 min read


Why Plus-Size Thrift Deserves Better (And Why We Do Things Differently)
Let’s be honest for a second. Plus-size thrifting hasn’t always been a great experience. Limited racks.Inconsistent sizing.Pieces that feel like they were added as an afterthought. And somehow… that became normal. At Ivory & Main’s Curvy Corner Boutique, we don’t accept that. Because plus-size shoppers deserve more, and because thrifting should feel just as exciting, stylish, and intentional as any other shopping experience. Let’s talk about why plus-size thrift deserves bett

Missy
Apr 213 min read


5 Reasons to Start Thrifting Today
At Curvy Corner Boutique, thrifting isn’t just about finding clothes, it’s about creating a wardrobe that feels intentional, exciting, and completely you. Whether you’re cleaning out your closet or looking for your next favorite piece, here are five reasons why it’s time to start thrifting today.

Missy
Apr 92 min read


Spring Cleaning, But Make It a Closet Refresh
It’s time to open those closets, take a deep breath, and finally face the pieces that just aren’t serving you anymore. At Curvy Corner Boutique, we believe spring cleaning isn’t about getting rid of things just to get rid of them. It’s about creating space for pieces that feel like you right now. So let’s do this together.

Missy
Mar 182 min read


How We Decide What Makes the Thrift Rack at The Curvy Corner Boutique
Every piece that makes it onto the rack is chosen with the same intention we use when selecting our new boutique arrivals. Because to us, thrift isn’t about quantity, it’s about quality, style, and giving incredible pieces a second runway moment.

Missy
Mar 113 min read


Trend Alert: Something Exciting’s (Re)Circulating Around The Curvy Corner
Ivory & Main’s Curvy Corner introduces curated inclusive thrift in Port Jefferson — thoughtfully edited, fashion-forward, and rooted in community. Loved Before. Made for You.
Elle
Jan 276 min read


5 Thrift Myths We’re Busting This Week
Let’s clear something up right now, thrifting is not what it used to be. Especially when it comes to plus-size fashion. The outdated ideas around resale shopping have kept way too many women from experiencing how fun, stylish, and smart it can actually be.

Missy
Jan 63 min read


5 Ways We’re Improving Plus-Size Thrifting at The Curvy Corner Boutique
At The Curvy Corner Boutique in Port Jefferson, we decided it was time to change the game. Our new Luxury Plus-Size Thrift Rack was created for one purpose: to make secondhand shopping fun, stylish, and actually worth your time.
No digging, no disappointment, no chaotic piles. Just curated fashion that celebrates your curves.

Missy
Dec 2, 20253 min read


The 2025 Holiday Gift Guide: Curvy Godmother Approved Gifts from The Curvy Corner Boutique
Whether you're shopping for your mom, your bestie, your favorite coworker, or looking for a little holiday magic for yourself, this guide has something for every curvy babe.
Let’s unwrap the good stuff…

Missy
Nov 24, 20253 min read


Introducing the Curvy Corner Thrift Rack at The Curvy Corner Boutique!
You’ve been asking for more ways to shop sustainably and stylishly, and we listened. This new section of our store will be dedicated to pre-loved plus-size fashion, giving beautiful clothes a second life while helping curvy women find fabulous pieces at a fraction of the price.

Missy
Nov 11, 20252 min read
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