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Model of the Month : Patricia Birch

Our next Model of the Month is Patricia! She first modeled for our Spring 2016 Look Book and Runway Show. She was then a part of our InYourSize campaign, and most recently, Fall 2016 Look Book and Runway Show. Learn more about her below! 1. Aside from occasionally modeling for SmartGlamour – what do you do? For my 9-5 I’m an in-house attorney for a New York City government agency, where I focus on public policy administration and employment/labor law. I’m also working on developing a side-hustle that’s intended to help my clients free themselves from self-limiting beliefs. 2. How did…

Model of the Month : Chrisandra

Our next Model of the Month is Chrisandra! Chrisandra modeled in our very first launch collection and runway show back in Spring 2014. Since then, she’s participated in two other shoots and 1 runway show. She’s a mother and a working model. Learn more about her below! 1. Aside from occasionally modeling for SmartGlamour – what do you do? Besides occasionally modeling for Smart Glamour, I am a full-time mommy of four. I am a professional Plus Size Model represented by Bicoastal Mgmt. I am the current Fit Model for Eloquii and Target Swimwear. I had previously been employed…

Model of the Month – Temiah

August’s Model of the Month is Temiah! Temiah has modeled with SmartGlamour multiple times – including two runway shows! Read below to learn more about her. 1. Aside from occasionally modeling for SmartGlamour – what do you do? I am an urban fashion model and have been featured in magazines such as Queen Size and Victorious Award Magazine. I also test shoot with photographers frequently on creative projects. Aside from modeling my day job is a social worker, helping those less fortunate or disabled. I love to help people and I have a caring and loving heart; it is why…

Model of the Month: Marcy Cruz

Next up in our Model of the Month Series is Marcy Cruz! Marcy has modeled for two different campaigns and also an accessories photo shoot! Let’s learn a little bit more about her! 1. Aside from occasionally modeling for SmartGlamour – what do you do? I’m a freelance writer and editor. I have a lifestyle blog called Fearlessly Just Me where I talk about plus size fashion, dating, travel and my journey to finding confidence and living fearlessly. I’m also the Blog Editor for PLUS Model Magazine (PMM) and work as a fit model and FirstFit reviewer for Gwynnie Bee….

#InYourSize Campaign

“What size are you?” – A question we hear often throughout our lives. “I am a size…” – An answer we often give throughout our lives. But what does your size actually mean? Are you only one size? Does your size change? Last year, through #SameSizeDifferentEyes – we showed that no two bodies are exactly the same – even if those bodies are the same “size.” But size issues haven’t gone anywhere – and they most likely won’t for quite some time. There’s a lot of talk about size inconsistency between brands, size charts not lining up…

Model of the Month: Lady Zombie

Next up in our Model of the Month Series is Lady Zombie! Lady Z was in our very first “campaign” photoshoot – before we learned the importance of adding a hashtag and promoting our messages to publications! She then continued to come back and model for additional look books and runway shows. Let’s learn a little bit more about her! 1. Aside from occasionally modeling for SmartGlamour – what do you do? I live a Selina Kyle/Catwoman sort of life. By day, I’m a white-collar sort, and by night, I am Lady Zombie – Entertainer Extraordinaire! Aside from modeling for both…

Model of the Month: Liz Richards

Next up in our Model of the Month Series is Liz Richards! Liz has modeled for SmartGlamour for the #ImFlattered campaign and also our Winter/Holiday 2015 Look Book. We asked her a few questions about her SmartGlamour experience. 1. Aside from occasionally modeling for SmartGlamour – what do you do? I’m a stage and event manager, and a theater podcaster and blogger! 2. How did you get involved with the brand? I knew Ian (SmartGlamour Designer Mallorie Dunn’s husband) since we worked together on a play entitled Balm in Gilead in 2010, and when he started posting about what his…

Model of the Month: Kody

And we’re back with our monthly Model of the Month series! This week we are featuring Kody – who has modeled for us for Fall 2015 + our recent Jewelry + Bag outdoor shoot. 1. Aside from occasionally modeling for SmartGlamour – what do you do? I’m actually a novelist. I’ve written five books (the sixth coming out in June) for kids and teens. My first one, The DUFF, I wrote when I was seventeen, and it was through writing it that I was able to explore my own thoughts on feminism and body-acceptance. It was adapted to film in…

SmartGlamour Bridal + Special Occassion is Here!

We’ve decided to add a brand new and exciting category to our shop – Bridal + Special Occasion! In true SmartGlamour fashion – everything is customizable, available in all sizes, ethically made, and (for bridal + special occasion pieces) affordable. You will notice that the price range is one step up from our every day fashion basics – and that is due to the fabric cost + extra techniques and time needed to complete them! Check out our new look book and video below – and then head to the Shop to grab your own! Shopping for your wedding –…

#FitForEveryBody

We all have issues when it comes to clothing our bodies. Whether it’s finding pants long enough, tops with enough or not too much room in the bust, or just finding something to fit a body shape that is between sizes – almost everyone struggles when it comes to getting the right fit. We’ve talked a bit before about how arbitrary sizes are and how size charts are created – but it truly is important to remember – that even if we forced every clothing company in the world (which would be impossible) to carry the exact same sizes and…

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