Body Inclusivity

Illustration of how retailers are exploiting inclusive sizing.

Inclusive Sizing: A True Improvement in Retail or Just a Big Trick?

As various clothing brands continue to better their size ranges, many theorize that it’s only being done to profit off of plus-sized shoppers with no fashionable alternatives.…

August 2, 2021

The Reasons Behind the Collapse of Victoria’s Secret Are No Secret

Alice Han, Pepperdine University

In its hesitance to embrace models of all shapes, sizes and colors, the former lingerie giant has fallen behind its more inclusive rivals.…

July 16, 2021

An article about Y2K fashion returning potentially being harmful.

The Return of Y2K Fashion Doesn’t Mean the Departure of Body Positivity

Elizabeth Dewit, University of Pittsburgh

As popular trends from the late '90s and early 2000s resurface, many rejoice over the nostalgia of the fun clothing styles. But some are concerned about the toxic beauty standards that came with them.…

July 4, 2021

5 Tips for Online Shopping as a Plus-Sized, Modest-Dressing Woman

Salma Heram, George Washington University

For women who wear plus-sized clothing and prefer to dress more conservatively, keeping these helpful hints in mind the next time you open up your laptop can help you have a better overall shopping experience.…

June 22, 2021

Image of woman of different body types posing in clothing

Nowadays, Body Inclusivity Sells, and Brands Will Ignore It at Their Peril

Imani Benberry, Columbia University

Ads and social media posts show that women's fashion is turning away from fatphobia and body stigma.…

September 8, 2020

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