Plus Size Model

Yumi Nu is making history. The model and musician is the first plus size Asian model for Sports Illustrated. She was named 2021's Sports Illustrated Swimsuit's Rookie of the Year!

It’s no secret that fashion is one hell of a merciless industry. I mean, how many times have we heard how unrealistic body image standards and high expectations have pushed girls to the brink of insanity? And although the stigma around plus-size models is fading away, the steps are so tiny, it’s barely visible.

The new generation of influencers promotes body positivity and size inclusivity.

This is real progress: There were only 12 last season and four the season before.

For our latest cover story, the multihyphenate sat down with Allure executive beauty editor Jessica Chia to talk representation (and how to do it the right way), having an all-woman business team, and finding power in her own voice.

Marie Denee highlights the women of color that have put in the hard production work to shape the plus-size fashion industry into what it is today.

A little guide on the nymphet style😉

In this article, we introduce you to the 10 most influential plus-size models who have taken the world of fashion by storm with their confidence and charisma.

Many designers — especially at NYFW — continue to use one token plus woman in their shows, and on top of that, one type of plus woman.

"We need a new normal." Joey Darlinn's vision for the fashion industry includes – and celebrates – every kind of body out there.