FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
(Free-Press-Release.com) March 10, 2009 -- The DIVA Group is mounting its major events entitled “2009 Celebration of Curves” Fashion Show. The show will take place at The Grand Central located 1 mile from the heart of downtown Charlotte, North Carolina on April 4, 2009. The Grand Central is known as one of Charlotte’s premier venues that encompasses an atmosphere of urban sophistication.

“2009 Celebration of Curves” will make its debut with the most beautiful plus size models from North Carolina, Georgia and Florida from size 14-26. This event will be on the status of similar fashion shows held in New York, Atlanta and beyond!!! It is our goal to present a showcase that allows us to focus on the empowerment of plus size women in Charlotte and the surrounding areas. This show will spotlight a series of designs

of distinguishing couture and finely tailored garments that cater to the voluptuous woman by IGIGI of San Francisco, California, Jibri of Atlanta, Georgia, RaRa Designs of Tampa, Florida, Scarlett Boutique of Charlotte, North Carolina, Lajave’ Cordet Fashions of Charlotte, North Carolina, NY Fashion Icon of Charlotte, North Carolina as well other guest designers and boutiques.

The DIVA Group is on a mission to present positive images of Big Beautiful Women. It is our goal to inspire and portray the beauty found in curvier individuals that as children, we were taught to be ashamed of. Although doors have begun to open for plus size women, The DIVA Group is here in FULL FORCE to open the doors even wider. Based in Charlotte, The DIVA Group is a full service entertainment company

made up of confident, classy, sexy and beautiful individuals that provide fashion shows, calendars, party hosting, seminars and other events.

The DIVA Group was founded by Kimberley Dingle to embark on a journey to create a company that caters to the size sexy female. It was from Kimberly’s long time employment with Ashley Stewart that convinced her to promote her first BBW party. Based on the turnout of that first party, The DIVA Group was formed.

With the growing economic issues facing many in our community, 25% of the proceeds will be donated to Crisis Assistance Ministries. Crisis Assistance Ministry serves the low-income citizens of Mecklenburg County, often classified as "the working poor," who are facing financial emergencies and are struggling to meet life's basic needs.

This fashionable event will be hosted by radio personality Jaye Delai. There will be performances by comedian Prince Paul, plus sized dance troupe the Kurvy Kuties, along with other local entertainers. There will also be a special appearance by Ms. Plus America Lifetime, Debbie Shannon and Exotic Plus Modeling Troupe from Tampa, FL. The doors will open at 6:00 p.m. with the show commencing at 7:00 p.m. Tickets to this fashion event are 20.00 in advance & $25.00 at the door.

For More Information Contact:
Theresa Warren, Marketing Asst.-704.858.7224
KeKe Duncan, Marketing Director-704.252.0354