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Introducing the SmartGlamour Tribute Series: Feminist Artists of the 1970s

It’s almost Christmas, but did you know that SmartGlamour’s clothing lines have a hidden “easter egg?” You may have noticed that many of our products have people’s names — that’s not just a stylistic choice; it’s a deliberate way in which we pay homage to the people who have made waves and pioneered the way forward throughout history. Today, we’re going to take a look at the Holiday 2017 line, which celebrates feminist artists of the 70’s: Renate Eisenegger Renate Eisenegger is a multi-disciplinary avant-garde artist from Germany. Some of her photographic work includes painting her face with bright white…

In #FashionForAll, #AllMeansAll : Disability

One day I received an email from a cane user who told me she was in tears (happily) after seeing a model glamorously posing amidst the other models on my site, while using her cane. I won’t go into too many details, for the privacy of both her and my model – but suffice it to say, she had never seen that before, and this is why just one example of why representation is so important. There is so much “othering” happening in our society today – and a group that absolutely feels the brunt of it are disabled folks….

Your Fashion Wish List. Granted.

SmartGlamour is a brand that was created to solve fashion fit problems (while simultaneously helping to heal relationships with our bodies) – through a full size range and tons of customizations, our main goal is to make fashion accessible to everyone! Throughout our design process, we do tons of research, and really pay attention to what shoppers are looking for – wishing they could find in the perfect size, fit, price point etc – and we’ve been listening! Scroll below to find out which of your shopping wishes have been granted. The perfect Wrap Dress Look no further than the…

SmartGlamour Celebrates Pride!

SmartGlamour stands with the LGBTQ+ community in celebrating all the colors of the rainbow, all the milestones achieved and the continued efforts in the name of liberation and human rights. To celebrate Pride month, a portion of proceeds from the sale of these Amelia Tees will be donated to our customers’ LGBTQ+ charity of choice. We also thought that, in honor of Pride, our blog would be a great space for sharing personal perspectives on “Pride” from some of our favorite members of the SmartGlamour community – our models! We are thrilled to have been a support to the LGBTQ+…

In #FashionForAll, #AllMeansAll : Skin Color

In the mainstream fashion industry, we all know that very thin is the “ideal” – and that even when big brands dip a toe into body positivity they still push ideas of “acceptable fat” + “curves in the right places” – but have you also stopped to take a look at the lack of racial diversity? Although we live in a multicultural world – and although America is a supposed “melting pot” – we are still bound to nonsensical beauty standards being tied to light + white skin. We continue to separate, to “other” people, to hold certain bodies higher…

In #FashionForAll, #AllMeansAll : Size

At SmartGlamour, when we say #FashionForAll, we truly mean all. Throughout 2017 we are highlighting the various marginalized groups that are often left out when brands + media say all or everone. In our first #AllMeansAll campaign, we highlighted how clothing should be inclusive of transgender and gender non-conforming individuals – that clothing items on their own do not actually have a gender, society chose to dictate that. Now as our year long campaign continues, we are highlighting the most under served plus-size population, those in sizes 24 and up. Because #AllMeansAll continues to mean just that; whether that all…

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….

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…

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 –…

Summer 2015 Video Look Book is Here!

Our Summer 2015 Video Look Book is Here! Shot by Fez Empire Productions, Music by Drum&Lace Music Shop the Collection Right Here! SmartGlamour Summer 2015 Video Look Book from Mallorie Carrington on Vimeo.

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