Ashley Graham Calls Out Continued Lack Of Size Inclusivity In Fashion: ‘Not Much Has Changed’
perezhilton.comAshley Graham is here to tell you the fashion industry is far from being fixed! While appearing at Good American’s open casting call over the weekend, the model spoke with People about how when it comes to inclusivity in fashion, “not much has changed.” She told the outlet: So messed up!!
And that’s exactly why she says she’s “not going to stop talking about my body and dressing people of larger sizes because it’s not a norm yet.” Related: Selena Gomez Gets Real While Reflecting On Throwback Bikini Pics The 36-year-old noted that a lot of the time, designers don’t want to dress bigger models because it just flat out costs more for fabric… which has led her to fronting the bill herself in the past: Still, though, more changes need to be made.
She told the outlet: We certainly have seen more campaigns than there used to be — but she’s right, especially about the runway.
A lot more needs to be done. As for media outlets featuring fuller models? The mother of three says she’s noticed a change, but that “it’s been this tiny crawl.” Thankfully, though, brands like Good American, founded by Khloé Kardashian and Emma Grede, don’t skimp out on size-inclusive ranges.
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