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SmartGlamour Tribute Series: Our Summer and Swim Collection

Did you know that every SmartGlamour product name has a story behind it? They are deliberately chosen to pay homage to women, femmes, and non binary folks who have made waves and pioneered the way forward. Let’s learn more about the incredible forces behind the Summer + Swim collection product names – all named after incredible folks who are fighting climate change in efforts to truly save the world. Brianna Fruean Brianna Fruean, a 20-year-old Samoan activist, has been involved in communities fighting for climate justice for most of her life. When Fruean was a child, a powerful cyclone struck…

Model of the Month : Vanna Correa

It may be June 1st – but we are here to share May’s Model of the Month – Vanna! Vanna has participated in both photo shoots and a runway show. Learn more about her below! 1. Aside from occasionally modeling for SmartGlamour – what do you do? Aside from the occasional modeling for the sensation that is Smart Glamour. I am a food and beverage supervisor at EVEN Hotels on Manhattan. A lovely hotel that promotes wellness and balance to every traveler. 2. How did you get involved with the brand? Mallorie and I knew each other through my then…

SmartGlamour Tribute Series: Our Wedding and Special Occasion Collection

Did you know that every SmartGlamour product name has a story behind it? They are deliberately chosen to pay homage to women, femmes, and non binary folks who have made waves and pioneered the way forward. Let’s learn more about the incredible forces behind the Wedding + Special Occasion collection product names. Sharon Kazan Harris Sharon Kazan Harris thinks that women shouldn’t just consume wine—they should be more involved in making it as well. She fell in love with wine when she was 20 years old and living in the Bordeaux region of France, during a year abroad while she…

Model of the Month: Celia-Ann Dye

Our March Model of the Month is Celia-Ann Dye! Celia participated in our viral #ImFlattered campaign and also modeled in our recent Spring runway show and look book shoot. Learn more about her below! 1. Aside from occasionally modeling for SmartGlamour – what do you do? A few years ago, I went back to school, so I’m currently a full time student studying cell/molecular Biology with a minor in Psychology but will be graduating in May and moving on to nursing school. Plus, as my bonus all day every day gig, I’m a mama to a pretty fab 8yr…

Model of the Month : Michelle Barnes (Shelly)

Our December, and final Model of the Month for 2018, is Michelle Barnes (Shelly)! Michelle started working with us through long time SG model, Shenelle, and has participated in multiple shoots, shows, and campaigns since. Learn more about her below! 1. Aside from occasionally modeling for SmartGlamour – what do you do? I consider myself a jill of many trades. I am going to dote on myself a little bit. I am a professional plus model (signed with agency support). I often do lifestyle modeling and commercial modeling. In addition, I am a professional fit model. I also walk in runway shows….

Model of the Month : Louise Spence

Our next model of the month is Louise! Louise, like a lot of SmartGlamour models, was brought to us by being a friend of a current SG model. And we are happy to have her! Learn more about her below. [hr] 1. Aside from occasionally modeling for SmartGlamour – what do you do? In terms of my career, I’m a Senior Business Analyst for Columbia University IT. Essentially, I work as a translator, explaining users’ needs to development teams to determine the solution that best meets the users’ request and any technical constraints. I am also Co-Chair of our Women in Technology…

Model of the Month : Michelle Ayala

Our July Model of the Month is Michelle! Michelle started with SmartGlamour by being part of our video campaign Clothing Can Heal. We then brought her back for our Spring 2018 runway and look book, and our swim shoot! Learn more about her below: [hr] 1. Aside from occasionally modeling for SmartGlamour – what do you do? I am a Supervisor/ building inspector and mother of two. 2. How did you get involved with the brand? I came across SmartGlamour through social media (instagram) and fell in love with your message instantly. 3. You’ve modeled for us multiple times – what makes…

SmartGlamour Tribute Series: “Bad” Women Throughout History

So happy to continue our SmartGlamour Tribute Series and fill you in on some incredible women and femmes that we dedicate our product names to! If you missed the first installment of this series – head here and learn about some amazing feminist artists from the 70s. Most everyone has heard the quote – “well behaved women seldom make history” by Laurel Thatcher Ulrich – an inspirational tribute to women and femmes who want to make the world a better place. When you live in a world and society where cis men hold the power – any woman or femme attempting to…

Model of the Month : Alessandra Grima

Our Model of the Month for April is Alessandra Grima! Alessandra has modeled for us in both winter and summer look books and we’re happy to have her as part of the SG family. Learn more about her below! [hr] 1. Aside from occasionally modeling for SmartGlamour – what do you do? I am a retail manager by day and a working comedian by night! (insert laugh track) 2. How did you get involved with the brand? I’ve followed SG for ages, so it’s a bit hazy! But, I believe I saw a call for models and jumped at the…

Fashion is for everyone. Clothing can heal.

One of my biggest personal gripes with the fashion industry is how exclusionary it is – not just in size and price accessibility – but in pretension. Everyone wears clothing – yet the industry at large spends money + energy making folks feel left out, not good enough. They hope this is “aspirational” – that we will pay hand over fist to get an invite to the cool club. But for many folks – it just makes us not want to participate at all. No more. Not here. Fashion is for everyone. And it can heal. I’m so excited to…

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