#disabled model

[plus-size-aesthetics]

[storyweavingspider]

Having lewds with my mobility aid is legit so important to me. It makes me feel like a whole person.

[disabled-models]

Kaitlin Sommer, a model with spina bifida, for Selkie's Fall 2025 collection, Libertine

[newhologram]

When having two “fun boxes” isn’t so fun😭😤

[iridessence]

non-binary femme of wheeling along

[danepopfrippery]

I decided i can be a barbie and model in the shadows home

[goaskalexonline]

𝒷𝑜𝒹𝓎𝒷𝑜𝒹𝓎𝒷𝑜𝒹𝓎

𝙼𝚢 𝚕𝚒𝚏𝚎 𝚠𝚒𝚝𝚑 𝚊𝚗 𝚒𝚕𝚎𝚘𝚜𝚝𝚘𝚖𝚢

[clownrecess]

(tw for beauty standards, exclusion, etc.)

I want to talk about the modeling industry and its severe need for diversity.

I'm someone who really enjoys watching runway models on YouTube, I like seeing the different clothes, walks, models, etc. I also really like fashion in general. But, for many reasons, the modeling industry is obviously really really messed up. There is a reason that's a lot worse than this one, but I dont feel comfortable talking about it, and also this fits my blog better.

Representation matters. It's important for everyone to feel seen, valued, and included. When the majority of models we see on the runways are thin, tall, able bodied, and predominantly white, it sends really harmful messages to people who don't fit into these narrow categories. It reinforces unrealistic beauty ideals and erases the beauty of diversity that exists in our world. This lack of diversity not only affects aspiring models who don't fit into the industry's limited mold but also has a significant impact on the self-esteem and body image of people who consume fashion media. It perpetuates the idea that only a certain type of person is worthy of being considered beautiful, which can be incredibly damaging to people who don't fit those standards.

I LOVE seeing disabled models, POC models, fat models, models with scars, etc.

"The industry isn't meant for *insert description here* people. It just doesn't work!" No. That is not true in the slightest! I have seen many fantastic models who are fat, disabled, etc.

We all wear clothes. And those clothes look just as good on minorities as they do on people who fit the beauty standard.

ALSO THE POSSIBILITES?? Models who use mobility aids just have double the opportunity to make a unique look. I want to see a design that incorporates the models mobility aid into it, makes it part of the art. Imagine a fashion show where designers create stunning garments that not only complement the model's mobility aid but also make it an integral part of the overall artistic vision. A beautifully designed dress that flows around a wheelchair, or a pair of stylish crutches that are adorned with intricate patterns and colors. The possibilities are endless, and the results would be truly breathtaking.