Bodyverse

Danielle Chisling

Area: Graphic Design

Thesis Statement

Today, the average American woman wears a size 16-18, therefore "referring to these" women "as plus-size is no longer current" (Nunes, "Inclusive Sizing"). There is a common stereotype that beautiful models are super-thin and a size zero. However, these stereotypes have slowly but surely started to fade in recent years. Driven by Generation Z, the campaign for full-figured models to be showcased in the fashion industry shows a shift in social standards and an acceptance of body positivity. Social media platforms, models in the industry, and specific retail brands demonstrate a greater need for size representation in fashion. Including a combination of research, interviews, quotations, and imagery into a "fashion" magazine, this thesis intends to encourage body positivity among the young women of today's generation. "Bodyverse" acts as a celebration for all women and will empower them to be confident in the beauty their bodies hold.

Designers have the responsibility to be storytellers and reflect on the journey and problems others face. Showcasing a range of body types within the magazine will influence a positive self-image for the young women of this generation.

Full-figured models serve a higher purpose by shaping the way others perceive themselves. They are role models for the younger women of our age. There is now a greater need for change in the fashion industry than ever before, and the only way we can solve this is by showcasing full-figured models in the fashion industry.