Performative inclusivity in fashion: meeting consumer expectations or just a trend?

In the fashion industry, diversity is often represented to appease the public, not to create real change. High-profile moments may attract attention and praise, but they frequently serve more to make brands appear inclusive than to create genuine progress.

Take Vogue’s January 2017 cover featuring Ashley Graham, which was celebrated as the first plus-size model on the magazine. However, it raised the question whether it was a true step towards inclusivity, or just a means to protect their public image…