fashion for all designers such as michael kors and christian siriano casting models that defy tradition

US fashion group calls for more diversity in model size


fashion for all designers such as michael kors and christian siriano casting models that defy tradition


Washington: A trade group representing hundreds of America’s designers has called on the fashion industry to showcase women of greater size diversity, such as plus-size models Ashley Graham and Candice Huffine.

Graham, of Nebraska, in 2016 became the first plus-size model to make the cover of “Sports Illustrated.” She also appeared on the cover of “Vogue,” helping to break down barriers in the notoriously snooty fashion world.

“We are beginning to see signs of fashion moving in the right direction,” Marc Karimzadeh and Nicky Campbell wrote on the website of the Council of Fashion Designers of America (CFDA), which says it represents more than 500 men’s and women’s designers as well as jewellery and accessory designers.

“Designers such as Michael Kors and Christian Siriano are casting models that defy tradition,” they said in a reference to the fashion world’s longstanding preference for slimness.

“Body Positivity is important in fashion and we want to see more designers and companies embrace this in 2019,” the CFDA communication officials wrote.

A movement to recognise alternate body types started in 2017 at New York Fashion Week, with runway shows by Prabal Gurung, Christian Siriano and Michael Kors.

In September, the CFDA launched with plus-sized brand Dia&Co the #TeeUpChange campaign to encourage greater diversity in size among young creators.

It also collaborated last year with Universal Standard, a brand that offers to exchange a piece of clothing in the year following its purchase if the customer’s size changes.

“In the past year, we put more focus on size inclusivity,” through the Dia&Co and Universal Standard tie-ups, “and it continues to be a focus going forward,” Karimzadeh said.

Meghan Markle more confident than Kate Middleton

A body language expert unmasks the Royal Family’s new personalities
A body language expert has uncovered how the royal family’s gestures reveal their true personality. Darren Stanton has given his professional verdict on various royals — and says some are not quite as self-assured as many would assume.

Members of the Royal Family undertake dozens, if not hundreds of of public engagements every year. But each unguarded gesture and hand movement communicates their feelings about being in the spotlight.


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Meghan Markle is ‘a very confident woman’ and is comfortable in the public eye, he reportedly said. She likes to use ‘power poses’ often demonstrated by politicians — while her constant touching of husband Harry is used as a show of support, according to Darren.

Kate Middleton, meanwhile, is far more “formal and cautious” compared with super-confident Meghan. He said, “The handbag that she always holds in front of her is so clearly a defence — a barrier between herself and the rest of the world.

“I don’t think she’s as confident as Meghan — Kate comes across as utterly charming and genuine, but is far more formal and cautious.”

The Queen — as many have noted — holds her hands in a clasped position when fulfilling her public duties. the body language expert said, “Her fingers are locked, which in a normal person might indicate anxiety. But the Queen now looks so comfortable and relaxed in this position it suggests she is approachable, but not familiar.”

Darren reserves praise for Camilla Parker Bowles, the ‘confident’ Duchess of Cornwall, who he says is clearly “comfortable in her own skin”.

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Prince Harry’s unusual habit of tucking his hand into his jacket demonstrates ‘humility’ and puts others at ease. “It’s a gesture reminiscent of childhood — small children often inadvertently clutch bits of their clothing. But the way Harry does it demonstrates his humility.”

Prince Charles may be first in line to the throne, but does not come across as a confident man, Darren claims. His habit of touching his upper body with his hand and his tendency to hide them in pockets betrays a certain lack of self-belief.

“Any gesture where we touch ourselves — such as scratching our nose or rubbing our face — reveals that we are possibly feeling self-conscious and need to reassure ourselves.

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