Cookie Johnson has her own jean line for curvy women.

Last fall, Johnson, a former fashion buyer, expressed her frustrations to Michael Glasser (of Seven Jeans fame), and by February, CJ was born, and on sale at six Nordstrom stores. Fast-forward 10 months and the line–which includes five different fits and multiple washes–is available at 100 Nordstroms, 35 Neiman Marcus’ and six Bloomingdales stores (and on their websites) as well as 400-plus specialty stores across the country.

“Never in my wildest dreams could I have imagined that things would have taken off this fast,” admits Johnson, who counts Janet Jackson, Star Jones, Angela Bassett, Natalie Cole and Oprah among her supporters. Next season, she’ll add white and khaki denim, jackets and shorts to the mix, but she promises to keep the recipe simple. “The great thing about our jeans is that they all have a certain amount of stretch in them and the waistbands are tapered,” she adds while modeling ‘Faith,’ a pair of her straight-leg, rinse jeans. “Also, each pair is woven with a little bit of self-esteem.” (Source: Essence)

Her jeans start at sizes 2 – 18.

Cookie you should include the curvy ladies who are over a size 18. When thick girls can find good jeans we will SPEND money!

Mo’Nique turns 42 today! I am so proud of her accomplishments this year. Her acting was phenomenal in “Precious” and her talk show continues to improve. I have a feeling 2010 will be the year of Mo’Nique!

Check out her classic comedy skit Skinny B*tches are evil (not safe for work).