The Body Trust® Podcast
Welcome to The Body Trust Podcast, a podcast about collective healing and the radical journey of body reclamation in a culture of anti-fatness, weight stigma, disordered eating and other traumas. Hosted by Dana Sturtevant, Hilary Kinavey, and Sirius Bonner, The Body Trust Podcast will challenge prevailing views on food, bodies, weight, and health, and unpack how social justice intersects with body liberation. Each episode offers insights and stories to help you unlearn the b.s., deepen your roots into body trust, and make your healing bigger than you. Subscribe wherever you listen to podcasts. We can't wait to connect with you!
The Body Trust® Podcast
19. Navigating Fat Fashion: Inclusivity, Identity and Access
In this episode of the Body Trust Podcast, Hilary, Dana, and Sirius discuss the nuanced world of fat fashion. From personal experiences with clothing fit and size accessibility to broader discussions on cultural and industry trends, the hosts explore the intersection of body size, fashion, and societal norms. They share stories of navigating clothing availability, the inconsistencies in sizing, and the impact of brands' inclusion practices. The conversation also touches on the changing landscape of fashion inclusivity, the challenges posed by fast fashion, and the complex relationship between body size and self-expression through clothing. The hosts provide recommendations for fat fashion resources and underscore the importance of visibility and representation in the fashion industry.
01:14 Exploring Fat Fashion
02:00 Personal Experiences with Fat Fashion
06:09 Sizing Inconsistencies and Stretch Fabrics
15:34 The Struggles of Online Shopping
19:17 Fashion as a Cultural Reflection
20:54 The Met Gala and Black Dandyism
27:20 Fat Fashion at the Met Gala
30:09 Fashion as Armor and Cultural Dialogue
35:58 Reflecting on Personal Fashion Evolution
37:09 Navigating Professional Dress Codes
37:24 Embracing Fashion as Self-Expression
48:33 The Impacts of Fast Fashion
55:42 The Intersection of Fashion and Diet Culture
01:10:31 Exploring Fat Fashion Communities
RESOURCES
Copper Union / Knock Out Plus Size Pop-Up and Fashion Show
Big Undies Substack
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