Banning Specialty Sizing Terms: Why It’s a Bad Idea

A few days ago, a Allistyle, well-known plus-sized fashion line posted a link on its Facebook page to an article where model Robyn Lawley wanted the term “plus sizes” banned.  The article quotes Ms. Lawley saying “there is a need for all women to wear all sizes of clothes and we should cater to that […]

Hervé Léger: The Show, Styling and Size Friendliness

Once again, Hervé Léger provided the audience with the typical, bodycon looks.  Ranging from below-the-knee dresses to shorter pieces and some body suits, there really isn’t that much of a deviation, save for a few select styles (namely the fringey skirts).  No surprise, of course.  It’s the signature, after all.  Therefore, it’s probably better to […]

H&M Gets Inclusive…In Europe, That Is

Ye, that’s right, plus sizes are back at everyone’s favourite fast fashion store, H&M.  Called Inclusive, the line features both regular sized clothing and plus.  According to most reports, it ranges from “size 32-54″ which translates to size 2 to 24 in North America.  The style is described as ”  figure-flattering party dresses in 50’s styles with […]