Fake plus-size models: inclusivity washing
The fake plus-size models, hired by brands to communicate how accessible clothes are to those with more abundant shapes, are an example of inclusivity washing. It is showing initiatives of inclusivity without a real strategy that seriously involves minorities, which effectively nullifies any differentiation in the face of diversity and which addresses the public avoiding any discrimination. Norwegian model Karoline Bjørnelykke brought to light the case of fake plus-size models in fashion campaigns, telling in a video on Tik Tok: I’m a plus-size model. Which means that I sometimes work for plus size brands. These brands typically carry size XL-5XL. If you have eyes, you can see that I’m not…
Sizes and inclusion: not just a matter of finding what fits us
We discussed the issue of sizes in relation to inclusion, which we hear a lot about in the context of sustainable fashion, in a live meeting on Instagram with Carlotta Redaelli, sustainable fashion designer and companion of adventures including the rooms on Clubhouse. How did the sizes come about? What “tricks” do some brands implement in the stores? Why do they use them? Is the availability of sizes more extensive in sustainable fashion stores? Body shapes, body positivity and many other questions in this new live episode on the Audio-à-porter podcast. We are curious to know what you think and your experience about it. Write to us! IG Live …
