Whoever's designing for plus-size doesn't get it. The entire garment needs to be reconceived. You can't just take a size 8 and make it larger.
Interpretation
Designing for plus-size involves a complete rethinking of the garment, not merely scaling up smaller sizes.
Tim Gunn emphasizes that creating clothes for plus-size individuals requires a fundamental redesign rather than simply enlarging existing patterns. This points to the necessity of understanding the unique shapes and proportions of plus-size bodies to create clothing that fits well and flatters, reflecting a deeper commitment to inclusivity in fashion design.
In practice
Use this quote in a fashion seminar to discuss the importance of inclusive design.
I've had my own moments in front of designers when I've actually said, 'You know, there's a market here for expanding your work, and here it is. And frankly, there are two markets: The women who are larger than the 12, and then there are women who are petite. And most designers that I talk to have absolutely no interest in addressing either of those populations, which I find repugnant.
Life is a big collaboration - and when you're tackling something that is painful and troubling and is causing you such desperate grief that you think life's not worth living - you need to reach out. To people who will reach back.
My manners also came from when I was in college and began participating in critiques. You have to speak with someone respectfully about their work and be honest and open, without hurting them.
Building a proper wardrobe is like building a home. Indeed, you should think of it like a home, because it is something you're going to live in. It must be comfortable and suit all your needs.
Now is the most exciting time in fashion. Women are controlling their destiny now, the consumer is more knowledgeable, and I have to be better every single day.
Donβt wear what you question, wear what you think is right for you.
I always think the best way to dress is when the person notices you first and the dress after.
The dress must follow the body of a woman, not the body following the shape of the dress.
Go out there and try on everything - short skirts, long skirts, mid length, little jackets, men's clothing - and really look at yourself; really walk around in the clothes. Don't just take someone else's advice. You must feel you in these clothes and feel what it's like to live in them.
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