Victoria's Secret and their annual Fashion Show has long had its issues, but in a recent interview with Vogue, VS yet again sparked controversy with their comments about trans and plus-size models.
When asked about diversity, Victoria's Secret Executive Ed Razek commented "So it’s like, why don’t you do 50? Why don’t you do 60? Why don’t you do 24? [referring to bra band sizes]. It’s like, why doesn’t your show do this? Shouldn’t you have transsexuals in the show? No. No, I don’t think we should. Well, why not? Because the show is a fantasy."
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I've never been a huge fan of Victoria's Secret and while I understand that they cater to a specific group of people for specific reasons, their recent comments should not be taken lightly.
Here is a list of alternative options for lingerie products that are generally more inclusive than Victoria's Secret:
*Disclaimer: I understand that some of these brands have a price range similar to Victoria's Secret and therefore may not be financially accessible to everyone. I myself have had a difficult time trying to find "affordable" products that are also quality. Also, I am trying to find more brands that are inclusive of folks with disabilities (including options that cater to those with sensory sensitivities). If you know of any, please share them with me!
Nubian Skin
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BeingU
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Savage X Fenty
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Savage X Fenty is Rihanna's lingerie brand that has been raved as "championing inclusivity and diversity". Bras go from a 32A to a 44DD and bottoms are XS-3X.
ThirdLove
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Origami Customs
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Origami Customs offers "people of any size, shape, age, ability and gender expression a safe way to have customized items that meet their needs." You can read more about their support for gender diversity HERE.
Torrid
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Naja
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TomboyX
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TomboyX is a brand marketed for all genders. Their bras and bottoms range from an XS-4X (check out their sizing chart for more info).
Knix
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Knix is a wireless brand that offers bras in sizes 32A-42G (check out their sizing chart for specifics since sizes are listed as single numbers). Bottoms range from a S-XXL.
Have you tried any of these brands? Do you have any favorites?
6 Comments
Great post and alternatives. I think this article goes well with this one I wrote Talking Body Positivity With Megan Jayne Crabbe aka bodyposipanda
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These are some great options. Some of them I had no idea about. Thanks for sharing. :-)
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I hope some of them work for you!
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ReplyDeleteThese are some great alternatives, it can be difficult sometimes to find these alternatives when social media just highlights the usuals like Victoria secret, can make us feel 'unnormal' sometimes
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