November 17, 2011

"BEAUTY LIES WITHIN MY CURVES"

I was Inspired to put together this video in hopes that other Curvy Women would find Beauty and Pride within their own Curves!
                      I hope you Enjoy,
                                   XOXOXO
                                        The Curvy Sexy Diva
                                                                  Asia Mone't


June 28, 2011

Asia Mone't Becomes 1st Plus Model for LeMystere "Full Fit Collection"


It is my pleasure to announce that I am the 1st Plus Size Model featured in Le Mystere's Full Fit Collection. The intimates brand has made available images of me a "Real Size" Model for retailers to truly depict how well their bras flatter and support a Curvy Woman !



One of the first to feature the images is http://www.barenecessities.com/


 “Throughout our history, Le Mystere has been known for our fantastic fit and high quality bras,” said Jessica Pfister, the brand’s New York Director. “I think it’s wonderful for everyone to see firsthand just how supportive our bras truly are. Asia looks beautiful, confident, sexy and well-supported in Le Mystere and we are proud to be making a product that does exactly what we say it can. Our product will lift and support you like no other, leaving you feeling like you can take on the world.”


For More Info on the Collection


June 27, 2011

BELLE VERE : VOGUE ITALIA


Beautiful Plus Models Candice Huffine, Tara Lynn & Robyn Lawley graced the cover of VOGUE ITALIA with their Beautiful Curves. The stunning spread also features Plus Model Marquita Pring. The amazing shoot was shot by the one and only Steven Meisel. Kudos to Vogue Italia for showing the world such beauty that lies within our Curves :) 

May 13, 2011

TRIBUTE: PLUS SIZE MODEL ICON MIA AMBER DAVIS


When I got the call that Mia Amber Davis passed, it felt like the air was snatched from lungs. I prayed that I was misinformed, that it was anything but the truth. It was too much to bear, My Role Model and a Woman who Inspired me Immensely was gone Forever.

On May 10, 2011 the Plus Size Community lost a Prominent Icon and Advocate. Mia Amber Davis wasn't just a Plus Size Model and Actress ... She was the "Plus Size Industry." I cannot stress enough how important her work and life was to the Curvy Community. Mia was an Advocate for Size Acceptance and gave the Plus Size Community a voice in mainstream media.


     

One year before I began my journey as a Plus Size Model, I walked into an Ashley Stewart Store on Jamaica Ave in Queens NY. I was with my mom and was absolutely taken away by the beautiful images of a Brown Skin Beautiful Curvy Woman that decorated the store. That woman was Mia Amber Davis, and it was the moment I felt I could do the same.
I feel so fortunate to have excelled in my career to have had the honor to work beside My Role Model. It brings me to tears that I never told her how much she meant to me. A close industry friend said to me " They say you should give flowers to people while they can still smell them." What a vital life lesson to be learned ... I can not go back in time, I can only move forward and hope that my work and efforts honor and carry on the message Mia fought so diligently for.
  
Mia Amber Gracing the Runway

Mia Amber Davis for Monif C.

I Love Mia for the strength she possessed to stand up for the Plus Community and for setting an Extraordinary Standard for Plus Size Models to come!






Mia Amber Davis for Ashley Stewart Spring 2011
 

My deepest condolences go out to Mia's Husband, Family, Dear Friends, her Plus Model Magazine and Plus Model Academy Family. Their angel has found her way to heaven and will be forever missed. 



Mia and her Husband Mike Yard












Ironically the last conversation I had with Mia was at an event. I brought up the fact we didn't have any photos together, she was in disbelief too. We said we would get to it .. but we got too busy with interviews that evening ...     
So I look forward to that shoot in Curvy Diva Heaven with You !!!
~Love, 
Asia Mone't  


PLEASE SHOW YOUR SUPPORT TO MIA AND HER FAMILY BY DONATING TO THE MIA AMBER FUND



BEAUTIFUL TRIBUTE VIDEO PROVIDED BY

April 25, 2011

CURVES IN BLACK AND WHITE


While I got some striking color shots during my test shoot with Micheal Creagh and A.J Will ... There is just something about Black and White Shots that I find captivating :)


Photographer: www.michaelcreagh.com
Hair & MakeUp: www.ajwill.com









April 4, 2011

Asia Monet's Cameo in "The Man" Video


I had the great pleasure in appearing in Top $ Raz's video "The Man" a 1960's themed production by Noisemaker Media.



Asia Mone't as Extra Soul Sister

  Check Out "The Man" video below


For More info on :
Top $ Raz (artist) http://topdollagotit.com


I love to dance :)

March 20, 2011

Featured Model Asia Mone't for ModelWireNetwork!!!

I am honored to be the First Featured Model on the newly launched ModelWireNetwork.com !!

About ModelWireNetwork

ModelWire Network is the social epicenter of fashion, connecting aspiring talent to creative professionals who live, breathe, and work in fashion everyday.

Created by industry leader ModelWire, our platform is the first of its kind, giving future generations access to real advice and true resources in order to succeed in the fast-paced fashion sphere. Featuring the most relevant, inspirational content and opportunities, we keep you at the forefront of fashion.

  join http://www.modelwirenetwork.com/



February 9, 2011

COMFORTABLE IN MY CURVES !!!

Lately I've been feeling a little discouraged watching various weight loss commercials and other media, depicting Curvy women feeling unhappy and less than beautiful. I was inspired to shoot my self portrait to illustrate to the world how feel about my body. I am Curvy Woman who feels Beautiful and is not only Proud, but is very Comfortable in My Curves. So I share with you My Self Portrait in hopes that it inspires you as much as it has me !
XOXO :)
Proud Curvy Plus Size Model Asia Mone't



Curvy Plus Size Model Asia Mone't
 




Thank You to the Bold, Beautiful, Plus Size Models before me for being Proud of Your Curves !


Model Lizzie Miller for Glamour Magazine




Models: Crystal Renn, Amy Lemons, Ashley Graham, Kate Dillon, Anansa Sims, Jennie Runk and Lizzie Miller for Glamour Magazine




Model Tara Lynn for French Elle


January 10, 2011

Beach Shoot with GEMINI MAGAZINE !!!


Gemini Mag Asia Mone't Cover Model

     Summer 2009 I shot my first cover with Gemini Magazine. I was honored when I was asked to come back and shoot a Swimsuit Spread for the Limited Print Edition Summer 2010 :) Thanks to the Gemini Mag Staff, Kawana Dicks (Stylist), Jason of GoldenBoy Photography, Ebony S. (www.CurvyChat.com), and Lane Bryant, we were able to bring Stylish Swimwear for a Curvier Figure to Life ! 

ABOUT GEMINI MAGAZINE
Gemini Magazine is a curve-friendly publication created by Publisher, Sommer Johnson. Focusing on more than dressing the fuller-figure, Gemini puts readers in touch with a variety of issues and topics facing the curvy community and women in general—from health & wellness, fashion & beauty, family & relationships and everything in between. Gemini is breaking boundaries and filling the void in the
magazine world by catering to an often overlooked demographic.
For more information about Gemini Magazine,
visit www.thegeminimag.com.                 
by Tamara Walker www.NyPrDiva.net      


January 8, 2011

ODE TO HIP HOP SHOOT WITH MANIK MAGAZINE


When I was asked to portray Curvy Hip Hop Icon and Successful Entrepreneur Queen Latifah ... I couldn't resist. The Manik Magazine Team was incredibly creative in recreating Queen's 90's look "Ladies First". Props from In Case of an Emergency appears in tribute with me :)

VIEW ODE TO HIP HOP


Recreation of Queen Latifah's "Ladies First" with Props of I.C.E and Model Asia Mone't   



Recreation of Queen Latifah's Cover Girl Look with Model Asia Mone't