welcome home curvaceous fashionista plus influencer spotlighta weekly celebration of the creators shaping the future of plus-size fashion, culture, and confidence. The series aims to celebrate influencers who show up authentically, challenge beauty standards, and use their platform to amplify inclusivity in bold and beautiful ways.
Last week we spotlighted the following cat freemanpageant queen, heart attack survivor, and homeless advocate, proving that fashion and purpose can go hand in hand. This week I’ll turn up the volume, so literallyand Ebony Martin (@theebonymartin)a Houston-based creative whose love of music and fashion is just right.
Why this series matters
Did you know that plus size fashion influencers often produce? higher engagement rate More than many traditional fashion creators? According to influencer heromany of the top plus-size influencers in the US consistently maintain an average Engagement rate of 2% or moreproves that viewers actively watch and consume content that includes size.
And it’s not just celebrities…data from sociable cat reveal it nano and micro influencersMany plus-size creators fall into this category. Highest engagement across all categoriesthe rate is approx. 2.71% for nano and 1.81% for micro Influencer. translation? Plus-size creators aren’t just noticed, they’re celebrated.
Thanks to creators like Ebony, this space is thriving. She builds visibility, representation, and community based on joy and self-expression.
Meet Ebony Martin: An Inspiring Voice…On Stage and Online
Ebony’s journey as a creator began with a moment of burnout that most of us can relate to. As a professional opera singer, she found herself seeking a freer and more personal creative outlet. What started as casual posts celebrating music, fashion, and fun quickly evolved into a movement of authenticity and self-expression.
“I started sharing my love of music, fashion, and creativity online when I was feeling burnt out in the opera industry,” says Ebony. “What started as a fun outlet has grown into a space where you can tell your stories, connect with others, and build a community that celebrates individuality and authenticity.”
Now, Ebony’s pages are a symphony of bold fashion choices, body liberation, and radical honesty in navigating obesity prevention and accessibility in the creative industries.
“I realized that my content was making an impact when people related to the issues I highlighted, such as anti-obesity and lack of accessibility, were finding fashion inspiration from people who looked like them,” she says. “It showed me the power to express myself as I am.”
all key styles
When it comes to style, Ebony Martin describes her look as follows: Fun, diverse and authenticthat’s exactly what she offers. Her costumes celebrate her influences: the feminine flair of her grandmothers and the bold, rhythmic confidence of hip-hop culture.
She’s not afraid to stay balanced, show a little skin, and break some rules in the name of self-love. “I love crops and cutouts!” she laughs. “I love showing skin in a fun way, so any piece that gives me that opportunity instantly makes me feel more confident.”
For Ebony, clothing means creativity, not restriction. “If possible, I would like to size up many of my clothes so that I can easily style them in different ways,” she says. What is her personal style motto? Comfort, versatility and confidence always.
“I hate having clothes constricted to fit a vanity number, stretchy or not. If I don’t want to keep my size, I don’t want to keep my money.”
That energy? we love seeing it.
Use fashion as a microphone
Ebony’s platform is not just about showcasing costumes; expand the conversation. Through her content, she calls out the lack of true inclusivity in fashion while highlighting brands that are getting it right.
“I use my platform to challenge beauty standards by fearlessly sharing my size as I review and highlight brands that demonstrate true size inclusivity (often 3x or more),” she says. “I aim to make fashion accessible, celebrate all bodies, and drive the conversation towards a more inclusive and unapologetic industry.”
When she’s not looking for a change in fashion? she is doing it music.
Ebony Martin and her husband are co-founders music livea non-profit organization established over the past five years, is now winding down its operations. “Friends and Spirituality” concert tour. Their last show was at Grace Episcopal Church in Chicago’s Oak Park, and yes, it’s completely free. “We are finishing up the last concert of the tour and are already planning new concerts for next year,” she said. “I’m also working on my first partnership with Music Live. I hope it goes well!”
influence with intention
When asked how she defines influence, Ebony Martin doesn’t hesitate. “Influence is how you sway people’s worldview. If you don’t make people question something, you’re not influencing anyone.”
Her influence lies in her ability to create people. feel watched. Through her work, she reminds her followers that there are people like them alive. Fulfilling, fun and free No one else in life can define your worth.
“How people see you doesn’t have to define you or your happiness,” Ebony says. “Remember, at the end of the day, when people try to make you feel bad about yourself, they aren’t paying your bills, so their opinion doesn’t matter.”
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Let’s keep the spotlight on the voices that move culture forward…one fierce look at a time.
Source: The Curvy Fashionista – thecurvyfashionista.com
