“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 MoreIn the south, the phrase, “the bigger the hair, the closer to God” is similarly applied to hair accessories — the bigger (and brighter) the better. And as a young Black girl struggling to fit in within suburbia and rural Georgia, I quickly realized that my darker skin and braids lay outside of the southern, Eurocentric standards of beauty.
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.
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Pushes for size inclusivity in fashion have not gone unnoticed in recent years. And yet, while mainstream retailers seem to be catching on, Capital “F” fashion houses are still far behind…
In 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 MoreThe body positivity movement has steadily been gaining recognition, and women are starting to embrace their individuality like never before. As a person living with a chronic illness, I often feel as though I don’t fit in, especially when it comes to fashion. Busy events like music festivals can seem overwhelming…
(photo credit: Valerie Lewis)
Read MoreWhether it’s wearing a brighter color than you’re used to, or opting for a revealing look in spite of the changing weather, spring is the perfect time to take that risk. Actress Jen Ponton tells Jil Dever, “I'm a big fan of anyone who takes risks — designers who use bold colors, prints, [and] cuts; designers who don't buy into the old ‘fat girls shouldn't’ rules.
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!
Read MoreIf you’re feeling a little nervous about wearing your strappiest dress in the unpredictable spring weather, then a shawl could be the answer. Rather than lugging a coat around that you might not even need, a shawl is easily stashed in a purse, or taken off altogether.
Read MoreEven though it happens every year, no-one’s ever fully prepared for when spring hits. Having spent most of the winter wearing every piece of clothing you can find, like Joey in that episode of Friends, the changing season still has most people scrambling for an appropriate outfit. But fashion is all about self-expression, and the changing seasons don’t have to hinder your personality.
Read MoreFrom a fancy dinner party to going out dancing to a low-key evening at home with close friends, New Year’s Eve is the one night of the year to dress to impress. Now that your big plans are in place, all that's left is planning the right outfit to match the occasion.
Whether you're dressing up in your best cocktail dress and faux fur coat, or rocking that slip metallic dress with your Dr. Martens, there are many ways to make your outfit stand out.
Read MoreFrom the pastoral corn fields of Illinois to the sun shining on our model’s serene smile, our most recent shoot’s theme centered around gratitude which is definitely fitting for Thanksgiving and the overall holiday season. Following the shoot, we asked model and cancer survivor Deb Heibel (pictured) to share her story of gratitude with our readers, why her hair holds symbolic meaning, and express why it’s important to see all stages of life represented in fashion shoots, while wearing a signature velvet Jil Dever scarf.
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