The fashion industry has long perpetuated rigid stereotypes related to race, gender, age, body size, ability and beauty standards, and has struggled to make attempts to embrace true diversity. This panel will discuss the impact of representation, the power of inclusive design, and the role of consumers in demanding change. We believe that by challenging outdated norms and amplifying underrepresented voices, fashion can become a space for self-expression that reflects the richness of global identity. The future of fashion is not about fitting in—it’s about standing out authentically.
PANELISTS: Veronica Campos, Oskar Sinclair, Bri Scalesse, We Speak Model Management, Andrew Nguyen, Fashion Editor at PAPER magazine, and Dr. Leila Kelleher, Assistant Professor of Fashion Design and Social Justice, Parsons School of Fashion.Â
MODERATOR: Fiona Dieffenbacher, Associate Professor of Fashion, Associate Dean, School of Fashion, Parsons.
Presented by Parsons' School of Fashion.
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