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#SameSizeDifferentEyes

#SameSizeDifferentEyes When I was studying fashion design in college – my best friend and I were always amazed that we could share clothing and wear the same size despite our obvious differences in body shape. With 4.5 inches between our heights, and very clear visual disparities in our proportions – it was crazy to us that we could share pairs of jeans (although the lengths would vary greatly) but share we could and did. And now – as a working fashion designer with my own brand and last spring my own pop up shop – I watch and facilitate conversations…

Model of the Month: Meredith

Next up in our Model of the Month Series is Meredith Hertlein. Meredith is not just the sister of our designer, Mallorie Carrington – but also a huge supporter of the brand. She has been modeling since our first Look Book in Spring 2014 and is a constant feature in every collection. Meredith and Mallorie chose their favorite photos of Meredith to feature! 1. Aside from occasionally modeling for SmartGlamour – what do you do day to day? Ha-ha – What don’t I do day to day? I am a stay-at-home mom to two adorable children – a 2 year…

Let’s Talk About the Word “Flattering”

Let’s talk about the word “flattering.” (This is actually what comes up in images when you Google “flattering”) I’m going to let you in on a secret: the purpose of clothing is not – and does not have to be – to make you look thinner. (And by saying this, I am not speaking to women who enjoy manipulating their body shape by using corsets and what have you to create fun and dramatic shapes.) The fact of the matter is – that we live in a society where thinness is worshiped. Whether that thinness is gained by healthy or…

Model of the Month: Megan

Note from the designer: Welcome to our new series! One of the best (in my biased opinion) aspects of SmartGlamour is our models. I take a lot of pride in having ladies of all shapes, sizes, weights, heights, ethnicity, etc so that we are always showing a true depiction of reality. But what you don’t see is that these women typically end up being some of our biggest supporters. They believe in our message and I could not spread it without them. They all come from different backgrounds – and got involved with us in different ways – so here…

Announcing SmartGlamour’s All Bodies are Good Bodies Campaign and Woman of the Week Contest!

As you know, SmartGlamour is a body positive women’s clothing line of customizable fashion basics for sizes XXS-6X and beyond. We have always promoted self acceptance and body love. Lately, there has been a lot of buzz about diversity (or lack there of) in fashion campaigns – so we are presenting this campaign to further prove what we have been saying since day one – All Bodies are Good Bodies. 12 women, 12 sizes – 1 outfit. Click to check out our newest video campaign: We have three main goals: to empower women through clothing and help them on a…

The SmartGlamour Pop Up Shop is the Place to Be!

Have you been by our pop up shop yet? As the first and only body positive, #FashionForAll clothing boutique in NYC, it’s really the place to be! The shop is located at 436 East 9th Street, in one of NYC’s best boutique shopping districts. Check out footage from our launch party, as well as an interview with SmartGlamour designer, Mallorie Carrington. The SmartGlamour Pop Up Shop is about much more than shopping. It’s about being a positive force of change for women. With Champagne Tuesdays, body positive workshops and other events, the shop is a place where women…

You’re invited to the SmartGlamour Self Confidence Class with Legs Malone!

You’re invited to the SmartGlamour Self Confidence Class: Healing Your Relationship With Your Body with Legs Malone Tickets: $20 Class will begin at 7pm, and run until 8:30pm. There will then be an hour for mingling afterward (with wine.) This class is for those who self identify as female. Make sure to purchase tickets at the link above – seating is limited! Feel free to also RSVP at our Facebook event page. As human beings, our bodies are the playground and sometimes battlefield of our life experience. Often, we hold a lot of history and thoughts within us that in…

SmartGlamour Poll! Which piece should be next to enter the shop?

Cast your vote! The Emily Halter Dress will be the next addition to our store in the next day or so. What piece do you want to see after that?! What do you want to try on? We only add pieces once we have all 12 sizes available. We’ll be adding garments over the next 3 month period. What should be first? Answer our poll. Click here to vote!

Watch our NYFW Show Live Tonight!

Tonight at 7:45 PM EST we will be live streaming our NYFW Spring 2015 Runway Show. Sponsored by Stylaphile. Shop the looks straight from the runway at www.smartglamour.com during our SmartGlamour Runway Live Stream. Click here to stream!

Spring 2015 Look Book is Here!

Our Spring 2015 Look Book, shot by Eric Walton, is here! Click here to view the full set. Spring products will be available for purchase Friday Feb 20th, 2015.

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