“Slow fashion is an ethic and lifestyle regarding fashion that requires caution, care, and an analytic perspective on our garments and their sources… that curates our wardrobe to our own individual style and investigates where our clothes actually come from.”
Read MoreI couldn’t shop in-stores, and even online my options were slim.“But shopping in stores, I’ve learned, is a privilege plus size shoppers don’t have.”
Read MoreAlthough New York Fashion Week attendees come to see what looks will walk down the runways, any veteran knows that the real show starts on the sidewalks. So keeping an eye out for the latest trends means keeping your eyes peeled as influencers, editors, models, and fashion enthusiasts walk by.
Read MoreMy grandmother’s style taught me what slow fashion truly is.
With global warming and environmental concerns, slow-fashion is in the spotlight now more than ever. Rather than constantly purchasing new items, keepsakes and nostalgic pieces can be passed down instead of being thrown out after one season.
Read MoreIn a new series, Jil Dever will speak to body-positive pioneers who are changing the game when it comes to dressing.
Sophie E. Turner (@sophieeturner), a plus-size model and influencer, didn’t always have the confidence she does now. In fact, she tells Jil Dever that she was routinely advised to hide her figure, or try to look ...
Read MoreActress (30 Rock, Dietland) and fat activist Jen Ponton explains that finding well-fitting swimwear is crucial, and that starting the search in spring will only get you more excited for the summer. She tells Jil Dever, “Don't be afraid to go for a design that excites you! Whether it's a fatkini or something bright and bold, there are more and more people out there normalizing fat, fabulous, swim-ready bods. I've even circled back to one-pieces because so many designers are making creative, bold, [and] sexy designs for them.”
Read MoreWhen it’s not quite hot enough for hitting the beach, transitioning from winter to spring work wear can be a challenge. If keeping things smart in the office is still key, it’s possible to add some summer touches to a usually formal look to help beckon the warmer weather.
Read MoreWhile any sunbathing prospects might still be months away, spring is the perfect time to showcase all of those accessories that’ve been hiding under faux fur coats and knitwear throughout the winter months. From swapping thick pantyhose for fishnets, to trading snow boots for pumps, spring is a fun time for anyone’s wardrobe!
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