All women are beautiful, but some stand out from the crowd. Some plus-size women turn a lot of people’s heads. They do it well and have decided to embark on a modeling career. This article will introduce you to 7 of the best-known models, and help you better appreciate the diversity of the female form. You’ll then be able to discover new desires and see more. So, follow the guide through this article, as we give you some background information on this world.
7 famous plus-size models in the fashion world
For years, fashion has set standards for women and the world. Today, some women are breaking out of those standards and shaking up the industry. Discover 10 famous plus-size models who have revolutionized the fashion industry worldwide.
Ashley Graham
Born in Lincoln, Nebraska on October 30, 1987, Ashley Graham is a model who has graced the covers of magazines such as Vogue, Harper’s Bazaar and Glamour. She has also appeared in ads for the Levi’s brand. Ashley Graham is one of the few plus-size models to be featured on models.com, the leading site for model rankings.
She is one of the top 50 highest-paid models per shoot and runway show. Ranked as an icon of the fashion world alongside such renowned models as Imaan Hammam and Constance Jablonski. Ashley Graham is the first plus-size model to be featured on the cover of sport illustrated magazine.
Chloe Marshall
Chloe Marshall is a household name in the fashion world. Of British origin, she was born on March 27, 1991. Chloe Marshall was the first size 16 model to reach the final for the title of Miss England in 2018. She said she “wanted to qualify for the Miss England final to break the stereotype that you have to be tall and thin to be considered beautiful”. Chloe Marshall finished second in the beauty pageant final.
For her, thinness and tallness are not necessary to be considered beautiful – a message she regularly shares on her social networks. She has already been the face of plus-size clothing brands such as Macy’s and Torrid. Chloe Marshall moved to New York to pursue her modeling career. In 2010, she was featured on the cover of Plus Model magazine and signed a three-year contract with Ford Models.
Precious Lee
Born on September 13, 1989 in Atlanta, Georgia, Precious Lee is one of the few women of color to walk for major international fashion brands such as Marc Jacobs, Miu Miu and Kim Kardashian’s Skims. She was the first African-American plus-size model to walk in the Versace fashion show, Spring 2021. Despite her agents’ disapproval, Precious Lee didn’t hesitate to cut her hair. She can be seen on all the catwalks of the Met Gala, at the famous Jean-Paul Gaultier show.
Danika Brysha
Danika Brysha is one of the highest-paid plus-size models after Miranda Kerr. She has become one of the favorite supermodels of several brands. Founder of the “Models Meals” brand, she offers healthy food and promotes a balanced diet.
Danika Brysha became famous when she decided to accept her body. This enabled her to sign contracts with brands such as Forever 21 and Kohl’s. She also worked as a plus-size model for IMG Models.
Fluvia Lacerda
Brazilian Fluvia Lacerda was born on July 31, 1980 in Rio de Janeiro. Her unique beauty has earned her the nickname “the Gisele Bundchen of plus-size models”. At size 50, she has more abundant curves than many other models in the fashion world.
Fluvia Lacerda was the first and only plus-size model to appear in the pages of Playboy Brazil. In 2011, she was voted “Plus Size Model of the Year” at Full Figure Fashion Week. As a plus-size model, Fluvia has worked for famous fashion brands.
Lexi Placourakis
Lexi Placourakis is a plus-size model who has fought many battles related to her diet and weight. She has helped to shatter the beauty standards of yesteryear, becoming a source of inspiration for a multitude of women who are learning to accept themselves, whatever their physical appearances. As a result, Lexi Placourakis is a renowned model and successful entrepreneur.
Tabria Majors
Born on March 19, 1990 in Nashville, Tennessee, USA, Tabria Majors advocates the idea that “women with voluptuous figures are just as sexy as slim models”.
She chose to pursue her passion for plus-size modeling by quitting a steady job, after a modeling agency contacted her for an audition. She also appeared on the cover of Sports Illustrated magazine.
Embracing fashion beyond conformity
Plus-size models have revolutionized the fashion world by breaking down socially imposed beauty standards. They have thus become sources of inspiration for many women who dared not assert themselves because of their weight. They also shed light on the diversity of the female form and, above all, on what it contains. They show themselves and allow men to discover and learn to appreciate this diversity. As a reminder, curvy fashion plays an important role, among other things, in encouraging women to show off their curves, and this is increasingly encouraging men’s interest in curvy women. So you too can be inspired and turn your eyes to plus-size women. You can find some of them on the site and take the opportunity to see their various live shows and why not make your universe grow.
In conclusion, fashion has evolved with the times, and the 7 models featured in this article have put the spotlight on plus-size women. One step closer to appreciating the diversity of the female form.
