Too chubby for fashion design?
Cool, I'll design for chubby baddies like me 🦹♀️
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Designing fashion when you don't fit the usual sample size used in the industry can be a lonely and frustrating experience. In many places, including Korea, fashion designers are expected not only to create but also to personally fit into their sample sizes, which are often very small. As a result, talented creative individuals who don’t conform to these size standards can feel excluded or discouraged from pursuing fashion careers. From my own experience and observations, inclusive fashion is not just a trend but a movement that needs stronger foundations. When designers come from diverse body types, especially those considered midsize or 'chubby,' they bring a unique perspective that ensures clothes are truly wearable and flattering for a wider audience. This approach fosters self-confidence in consumers who struggle to find styles that fit them comfortably and stylishly. In New York and other global fashion hubs, fitting and sample management are usually tasks handled by teams, allowing designers to focus on creativity regardless of their personal size. This contrasts with the Korean system where designers often must fit into specific sizes to proceed professionally. Changing this mindset is essential for expanding inclusive fashion. The journey of starting a personal brand that caters to midsize and inclusive fashion can be both fulfilling and challenging. It requires passion, perseverance, and a willingness to educate others about body diversity and why size shouldn't dictate creativity. Opening a boutique and stocking stores that celebrate these values can inspire more designers and brands to adopt inclusivity. Sharing stories like these helps break misconceptions and encourages aspiring designers to believe that their body type is not a limitation but an asset. If you are passionate about fashion, embrace your unique shape, and use it to design for others like you. Fashion should celebrate all bodies, proving that style and creativity have no size limits.



































































Love this story. I’m in Philly, not too far away. Roadtrip!