inclusivity
Watch Harlem Ice Skaters of Color Find Their Synergy in New Clip (Exclusive)
The docuseries focusing on Figure Skating in Harlem is out on February 12.
By Teen Vogue
Too Many Workplace Dress Codes Leave LGBTQ People Out
Fashion norms are changing. Dress codes should too.
By Nathaniel George
Who Is Fashion Week for Anymore? 13 Insiders Share Their Stories
“I think a lot of my fantasies about fashion week have burst.”
By Aiyana Ishmael
Diverse Views
Pinterest’s New Algorithms Want You to See Every Body Type
Social media algorithms usually promote biases toward white, thin bodies. Pinterest is using machine learning to surface images of all shapes and sizes.
By Paresh Dave
FIT Launches Plus-Size Design Course Led by Designer Mallorie Dunn
“My inclusive class will utilize plus-size dress forms and cover customers' real-life statistics and sizes.”
By Catherine Mhloyi
5 Fashion & Beauty Insiders Share Their Best Career Advice
Focusing on how to utilize social tools to boost connections and networking.
By Anjana Pawa
Ashley Graham Hosted FIT's Future of Fashion Event Honoring Karlie Kloss and Victor Glemaud
"The future of fashion needs actual inclusivity without the conversation."
By Kara Nesvig
Disabled TikTokers Co-Sign The SKIMS Adaptive Line
In response to Candace Owens, creators are posting about the need for adaptive clothing and representation.
By Fortesa Latifi
How Ah-Niyah Gold Went from Broadway Actress to CEO
"It’s just so amazing to see the community that we've built"
By Wanna ThompsonPhotography by Chinazam Ojukwu
For Curvy Runway Models, Showing Up Is Only Half The Battle
“I think we all noticed a decline.”
By Aiyana Ishmael
The Push For an Inclusive Runway Starts at Fashion School
And fashion students think plus-size design needs a bigger platform.
By Aiyana Ishmael
Kenyan Fashion Designer Angela Wanjiku Designs For The Visually Impaired
How the owner of Hisi Studio has mastered the art of inclusivity
By Jada Jackson
“The Power of Plus,” Gianluca Russo’s Debut Book, Centers Community
We caught up with the author to discuss his inspiration, favorite interviews, and the future of plus-size fashion.
By Aiyana Ishmael
The Y2K Style Trend Isn't Fatphobic, Our Attitudes About it Are
The low-cut jeans and crop tops are for fat people if we say they are.
By Emily ZirimisPhotography by Lydia Hudgens
Angela Simmons Completely Stole the Show at Miami Swim Week — See Photos
The highlight of Matte Collection's show.
By Aiyana Ishmael
Jayda Cheaves: A True Self-Made Mogul
The influencer leveraged her cult-like following to create a million-dollar empire.
By Jewel WickerPhotography by John Adams III
Yumi Nu Said Her SI Swimsuit Cover Means Too Much To Let Trolls Ruin It
The model told Teen Vogue she's "not going to let anyone take that away."
By Sara Tardiff
Yumi Nu Said Seeing Someone Like Her on the SI Swimsuit Cover Would Have Changed Her Teenage Life
It would have changed her perception of beauty and body image.
By Brittney McNamara