The numbers paint a sobering picture of plus size representation in high fashion. 9 per cent were straight-size (US 0-4) during the Spring/Summer 2025 season. While these figures might seem ...
A Plus Size Model Spotlight on Presence, Power, and Purpose Monique Cartwright is exactly the kind of plus size model this ...
When Ashley Rose started modeling at 11, it wasn't something she wanted to do for herself. “I was a tomboy who played volleyball, basketball and track. I only went to events because my mom wanted me ...
Size inclusivity is a hot-button topic within the fashion industry. Globally, there is still much work to do in regard to representation. Major fashion houses are still lacking statistically when it ...
For 23 years, retail brand Torrid has been on the frontline for representation and inclusivity in the plus-size fashion industry. The brand is revered for providing access to trendy clothes at ...
Roughly 67% of American women wear a size 14 or above, yet much of the fashion industry still acts like serving them is optional. The global plus size clothing market was valued at approximately $197 ...
Let’s be clear: Black women have always set the standard in the fashion and beauty industries. From the regal gold adornments of our African ancestors to the street style of the B-Girls of Brooklyn ...
As the fashion industry evolves, the inclusion of diverse body types remains a pressing issue. Recent reports show a concerning decrease in size inclusivity on the runways of major fashion cities, ...
While we love hearing the terms diversity and inclusion, the modeling industry’s way of saying it tends to be from a business standpoint. The modeling industry feigned its claimed attempt to include ...
The rise of weight-loss drugs like Ozempic has not only changed the way individuals approach their health and weight management but is also having a significant impact on the fashion industry. As the ...