In the ever-evolving landscape of fashion, inclusivity has finally taken center stage. Designers and retailers are increasingly recognizing the importance of catering to diverse body types, and the demand for fashion forward and impeccably fit plus size clothing has never been higher. However, behind the scenes, the fashion industry still grapples with a lack of education and resources when it comes to designing for plus size bodies.
The need for education and awareness with designing for plus size bodies starts with education right? While there are no programs that give a degree in plus size fashion, the fashion design schools are making inroads- from Minors in Inclusive Fashion at SCAD, to a Dynamic Fit in Plus Size Bodies Course at Pratt Institute, to a Fat Fashion: Fashion Design for Large Bodies class at Parsons, to the Business of Curves Forum that was held in 2017 at FIT NY, to adding specific courses that speak directly to the latest excitement- Inclusive Fashion Patternmaking Course!
Enter Mallorie Dunn, the designer behind Smart Glamour, a visionary fashion educator who is determined to change the course of the industry. Mallorie’s Inclusive Fashion Patternmaking course, offered through FIT’s Continuing Education and Professional Studies…
