Yet, amidst this backslide, I’ve found solace and strength in a growing niche: plus size independent designers. We are a small but mighty community striving to weather the storm, cutting through ...

Designers and retailers are increasingly recognizing the importance of catering to diverse body types, and the demand for fashion forward and impeccably fit plus size clothing has never been higher.

The Lockett sisters are part of a growing wave of Black designers who are advancing size inclusivity in fashion. The industry has long seen roadblocks: Although an estimated 68% of American women ...