Plus-sized Black woman Mavis Beaumont must rebuild her life as a failing stylist because she recently got divorced.
First episode date: 13 July 2023 (USA)
Based on: Survival of the Thickest; by Michelle Buteau
Executive producers: Michelle Buteau; Danielle Sanchez-Witzel; Ravi Nandan; Alli Reich; Anne Hong; Linda Mendoza
Original network: Netflix
Production companies: Buteaupia; SanWitz Productions; A24
Production location: New York City

Episode: 1 Keep Your Plants Watered
Air date: Jul 13, 2023
Heartbroken Mavis lets loose on a night out and keeps it real with an old friend after a stunning revelation compels her to start anew.
Episode: 2 Be a Bad Boss Bitch, B…!
Air date: Jul 13, 2023
Mavis accepts a styling job for a former supermodel who goes viral and provides inspiration while adjusting to life as a newly single lady.
Episode: 3 You Did What in Public, B…?
Air date: Jul 13, 2023
A drag queen’s wardrobe malfunction prompts Mavis to act; a late-night rendezvous with a charming stranger ends in a problematic predicament.
Episode: 4 Let It Out, B…!
Air date: Jul 13, 2023
Marley receives an enticing offer, Khalil makes his shot, and Mavis balances client needs with romantic conundrums as she gets ready for a high-profile wedding.
Episode: 5 It’s Any Given Sunday, B…!
Air date: Jul 13, 2023
A surprise drop-in visitor makes Mavis reconsider her choices and their long-distance relationship, while Khalil is caught off guard by a bigoted encounter.
Episode: 6 Do the Right Thang, B…
Air date: Jul 13, 2023
A dream job styling a lingerie launch celebrating body positivity is secured by booked and busy Mavis, but she finds it difficult to set limits when disputes occur.
Episode: 7 Let It Out, B…!
Air date: Jul 13, 2023
A surprise drop-in visitor makes Mavis reconsider her choices and their long-distance relationship, while Khalil is caught off guard by a bigoted encounter.
Episode: 8 For a Bigger Purpose, B…
Air date: Jul 13, 2023
A dream job styling a lingerie launch celebrating body positivity is secured by booked and busy Mavis, but she finds it difficult to set limits when disputes occur.