At Universal Standard, Waldman and cofounder Polina Veksler are trying to carve out a new space entirely—one that does away with segregating “plus” and “straight.” The founders bootstrapped the company from their savings at first, which Waldman says gave them a valuable degree of freedom. “It allowed us to make mistakes, allowed us to learn…
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“I’ve been going to Fashion Week for years, and street photographers are still a big problem. They literally won’t take a picture [of plus women]. I know I look cute, but it makes you feel like you don’t belong there, or it was a mistake that you were invited to this place. Up until three…
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Taylor Swift’s long-awaited seventh album, Lover, is almost here—and just before the big reveal, the singer released a first look at her upcoming collaboration with designer Stella McCartney. Swift and McCartney partnered on a collection inspired by the upcoming release. And the Lover lookbook reveals there will be plenty of pastel-colored merchandise and accessories to…
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After accepting the fact that fall is mere weeks away, you have two choices: mourn the end of summer, or get over it quickly so you can start planning your autumn outfits. And now’s the optimal time to do so: Everyone might be distracted by discounted high-waisted bikinis and wrap dresses, but don’t sleep on…
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A new petition urging Victoria’s Secret to take a stand against acts of sexual harassment and violence has been signed by more than 100 models, many of whom have worked with the brand in the past. In an open letter written by the Model Alliance and addressed to Victoria’s Secret CEO John Mehas, current and…
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Even though she’s technically on maternity leave, Meghan Markle has been staying busy. She spent months guest-editing the September issue of British Vogue, which hits newsstands August 2. Beyond helping with the casting of the cover and curating the features inside, there’s another element to this collaboration, according to royal sources: a fashion collection that’ll…
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