The above is from a new leaked editorial from V’s ‘Size Issue”: “Curves Ahead” by Sølve Sundsbø The Cut titled its coverage: “It wouldn’t be a ‘Size’ Issue if the Plus-Size Models Weren’t Naked” and preferred the previous leaked Terry Richardson spread showing plus-size vs. straight model in identical designer ensembles. Jezebel on the other hand, says “V Gives The World a Plus-Size Shoot Not Afraid to Flaunt Its Curves.” And lauds the editorial for its classic American look and the use of “swimwear, denim, and lingerie all reveal[ing] plenty of flesh.” In comparison Jez hated the first leaked editorial which “revealed questionable stylng choices and an unfortunate competitive paradigm.” It’s interesting to see how differently the two blogs take these photos and it should be noted that The Cut is purely fashion focused whereas Jez’s perspective is less invested in the current fashion industry, more invested in the promotion of plus-size models/positive body image, etc. IMHO: Beyond the issue of tokenism and ghettoizing plus-size models in “special” issues, this suggests the more basic disconnect between two perspectives on models. One prioritizing the art of the clothes over the sociological effect of the models, the other with reversed priorities.

The above is from a new leaked editorial from V’s ‘Size Issue”: “Curves Ahead” by Sølve Sundsbø

The Cut titled its coverage: “It wouldn’t be a ‘Size’ Issue if the Plus-Size Models Weren’t Naked” and preferred the previous leaked Terry Richardson spread showing plus-size vs. straight model in identical designer ensembles.

Jezebel on the other hand, says “V Gives The World a Plus-Size Shoot Not Afraid to Flaunt Its Curves.” And lauds the editorial for its classic American look and the use of “swimwear, denim, and lingerie all reveal[ing] plenty of flesh.” In comparison Jez hated the first leaked editorial which “revealed questionable stylng choices and an unfortunate competitive paradigm.”

It’s interesting to see how differently the two blogs take these photos and it should be noted that The Cut is purely fashion focused whereas Jez’s perspective is less invested in the current fashion industry, more invested in the promotion of plus-size models/positive body image, etc.

IMHO: Beyond the issue of tokenism and ghettoizing plus-size models in “special” issues, this suggests the more basic disconnect between two perspectives on models. One prioritizing the art of the clothes over the sociological effect of the models, the other with reversed priorities.