What Happened to All the Plus-Size Models at NYFW?

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WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW TODAY: FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 17, 2023 New York designers cast noticeably fewer "curve" models this season. One theory: the rise of Y2K style is bringing back the era's body standards as well. Glossier's comeback plan includes a return to Manhattan retail and a Sephora launch. Conner Ives has made upcycled fashion hot enough for Dua Lipa. Now he's aiming to build a business. The RealReal will lay off 230 employees and shutter four stores.

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FASHION WEEK A New York Fashion Week Mystery: What Happened to All the Plus-Size Models? By Melissa Magsaysay The city's designers have long been at the forefront of promoting size inclusivity, but cast noticeably fewer "curve" models this season. One theory: the rise of Y2K style is bringing back the era's body standards as well. READ MORE

BEAUTY Glossier's Comeback Plan By Priya Rao After a rough few years, the beauty brand is opening a new SoHo flagship, will soon launch at Sephora and is planning a busy slate of product releases. Sources say sales of $275 million this year aren't out of the question. READ MORE

LUXURY Conner Ives Brings an American Perspective to London Fashion Week By Tamison O'Connor The New-York born, London-based designer made upcycled clothes hot enough for Rihanna and Dua Lipa. Now he's trying to balance environmental values with building a brand. READ MORE

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