2024 Crusade of Curves
Chicago Guest Influencers
Ellie
Chicago Guest Influencer
Based in Chicago, Ellie Mariyo is a multi-hyphenate creative who's always had a desire to inspire. She uses fashion, health & wellness and travel content as vehicles to encourage her community to overcome limiting beliefs and create amazing, fulfilling lives. As a result, she has amassed nearly 300,000 followers in the last two years.
Ellie has been featured in the Chicago Tribune, Oak Leaves & Wednesday Journal publications. She is a Mental Health Coalition Champion and a Soho House Mentor. She is fluent in Spanish and French, and has lived abroad twice. When she's not working, she enjoys traveling and spending time with her loved ones.
Robina
Chicago Guest Influencer
My name is Robina Strowder. I am a model, influencer and body positive advocate based in Chicago, IL. My passion is to be a representation of and see more visibly plus women of color and women overall in the high fashion and beauty industries. I work every day to break down the barriers that visibly plus women face everyday in the modeling industry.
My passion for plus size representation in the fashion industry is what I believe will make me the best Crusade of Curves influencer. I am honored to be the face of so many beautiful, powerful and influential people who share the same passion to push towards tearing down walls.
Arris
Chicago Guest Influencer
Arris Tolbert, Plus Model, Infuencer, and Skincare Enthusiast located in Chicago, IL. A Model who continues to represent Women of Color with curves in the modeling industry. My passion is share with others that it is vital to take amazing care of themselves with self care. In this busy life do not forget to take care of yourself. Also, encouraging others to be themselves authentically.
Chinenye
Chicago Guest Influencer
A curvy fashionista that makes the world her runway! Inspiring women to be confidently themselves while promoting body positivity! I live by the motto “Style has no size” which means to that women of all shapes and sizes can to be confident with what they wear!
Darcia
Chicago Guest Influencer
Meet Darcia, the fabulous fashion guru and trendsetter from Cleveland, Ohio! With over 5 years of style expertise, her fashion flair is nothing short of bold, creative, and one-of-a-kind. Darcia doesn't just talk the talk; she walks the walk as the brains behind "Embrace Thy Curves," a nonprofit she founded and leads. Through this awesome initiative, she uses her fashion passion to empower others to rock their individuality, own their confidence, and champion positive vibes all around!
