Plus-size womenswear surged into the fashion mainstream following calls for more diversity on catwalks and in ads. Plus-size menswear, by contrast, remains an afterthought for most brands. But why might this be changing? And what role can the industry play in promoting male body positivity?
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Steven Green is a photographer-turned-model who broke the internet with his debut shoot for Rihanna's lingerie line Savage x Fenty. Being the first plus-size model to feature on the brand’s website, he quickly went viral and has been using new platform and loyal following to champion body positivity and diversity within the fashion industry.
Kelvin Davis started his popular blog Notoriouslydapper.com after a bad shopping experience and had vowed never to be ashamed of his size again. He has worked with brands such as Vineyard Vines, Target, Coors, and Gap and has been featured in publications including BuzzFeed, The New York Times, and The Daily Mail for his contributions to the male body positivity movement. His book, Notoriously Dapper: How to be A Modern Gentleman, is the ultimate guide on how to become the whole package and was nominated for an NAACP Image award for Outstanding Literary Work.
David Fadd is a plus-size model whose youthful style and take on current trends has him on the radar for brands all over the world and followers seeking style inspiration. He is also a regular spokesperson on the radio for body positivity and men’s image.
Jordan Anderson is editor-at-large at NSS Magazine and online editor at Twin Magazine. As a fashion journalist and creative director, his work explores political themes in and outside the fashion industry including race, gender, identity, and brand and cultural ethics.
