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Model of the Month: Bunny Buxom

Next up in our Model of the Month Series is Bunny Buxom! Bunny has modeled for SmartGlamour multiple times. We asked her a few questions about her SmartGlamour experience. 1) Aside from occasionally model for SmartGlamour – what do you do? I am a burlesque performer, producer, and social justice warrior! My company Rabbit Hole Productions puts on monthly themed burlesque shows through a lens of body positivity, sex positivity, and feminism. 2) How did you get involved with the brand? I got involved with SmartGlamour through a mutual friend who is also a burlesque performer. Mallorie and I met…

Model of the Month: Rachael

Next up in our Model of the Month Series is Rachael Hirsch. Rachael has modeled for us in two collections (stepping in at the last minute for her first time with us) and is such a great SmartGlamour supporter! Rachael chose her favorite photos from SmartGlamour collections and also some of her own Outfit of the Day photos to feature! 1. Aside from occasionally modeling for SmartGlamour – what do you do? I feel really fortunate to be able to wear so many different hats outside of modeling! I have been an Opera Singer for the past 10 years, and…

#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: Shenelle

Next up in our Model of the Month Series is Shenelle LaPierre. Shenelle has modeled for us in two collections and is always a joy to work with! Shenelle chose her favorite photos from SmartGlamour collections to feature! 1. Aside from occasionally modeling for SmartGlamour – what do you do? When I’m not having fun modeling, I work full time as an entry writer for the Customs Brokerage department at C.H. Robinson International – a freight forwarding company. I know you’re wondering… What is an entry writer? Sort of an agent that reports data to US Customs for goods being…

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…

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.

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…

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