The model Bree Warren has called for greater diversity in the modelling world, saying a variety of body types is good for society and combatting body image issues.
Warren argued the need for a variety of shapes and sizes in the fashion world in an article for The Telegraph.
The Australian native is a UK-size 14; she re-iterates in the article that any woman over a UK size 10 is considered ‘plus-size’ in the modelling world, saying: “The whole idea of labelling models based on size is so passé.
"It’s not about being underweight or overweight, it’s about acknowledging differences. There need to be more shapes and sizes in fashion, not just one. We need diversity.”
Saying, she has been subject to scrutiny on social media “more times than [she] cares to think about”, Warren believes a range of body types will be good for society.
“We need diversity that is universally promoted and accepted. It’s good for us as women. It’s good for us as a society. It’s good for our children and yes, it’s good for our wellbeing.
“I believe that seeing more realistic body types in the media will help to end the cycle of body image issues, food abuse and shocking self-esteem. As a teenager, I saw only one body type in fashion and I want to change that for the next generation.”
Warren touched on the arguments surrounding the term ‘plus –size’ which she says is the fastest topic to “divide a dinner table” and claims dropping the term wouldn’t necessarily “eliminate the problem”.
“Most agency curve boards represent sizes 10 to 18. This is a normal, healthy weight range and some of them are in incredible shape, it is hard to match up.
“Plus-size shapes and sizes are all so incredibly different for both the models and the women who are buying”.
Earlier this year Ashley Graham made the case to drop the term ‘plus-size’ and told The Huffington Post she’d been “brainwashed” to calling herself ‘plus-size’.
“You’ll still hear me say it, especially when referring to things in the fashion industry. I understand where it’s needed and not needed, but I still stand firm on believing that labels don’t need to be involved with anything. Especially when you’re describing a woman.”
