For collectors and long-time subscribers, the August 2024 issue includes several tactile delights:
As we look back on 31 volumes, it’s clear that Voluptuous has never been a trend follower. Launched in 1993 at the height of "heroin chic," the magazine was a radical act. Volume 1, Issue 1 featured a fully nude plus-size model on a chaise lounge, and it was banned in three states. Today, that issue sells for over $400 on eBay. Voluptuous - Volume 31 No. 1 - August 2024
As the brand moves forward through 2024, it continues to focus on the "all-natural" niche that has defined its success for thirty years. For collectors and long-time subscribers, the August 2024
: While primarily a print and digital magazine, many issues from this volume include a DVD as a supplement. Niche Market : It is part of a broader family of magazines including (dedicated to very full-figured or "BBW" models) and 40Something Volume 31, No. 1 (August 2024) Today, that issue sells for over $400 on eBay
But may be the most important yet. Because after three decades of fighting for a seat at the table, the voluptuous body no longer wants an invitation. It is building its own table, gilded and generous, and inviting everyone to feast.
Now, with the release of , the magazine does not simply continue its legacy; it reinvents it. Dubbed "The Renaissance Issue" by insiders, this August 2024 edition arrives at a pivotal moment in body positivity history, moving beyond simple acceptance into a celebration of unapologetic opulence.
Each year, we choose a woman who embodies the spirit of Voluptuous - a woman who is confident, fearless, and unapologetically herself. This year, we're thrilled to announce that our Voluptuous Woman of the Year is none other than the stunning Tess Holliday. A model, activist, and body positivity advocate, Tess has been a driving force in the movement for years, inspiring countless women to love and accept their bodies.