Models - xoJane

H&M's NBD Approach To Plus-Size Model Shocks, Astounds World

s.e. smith — Thu, 16 May 2013 10:30:00 -0400

We're starting to normalize the appearance of plus-sized models in fashion as just a natural variation of human bodies, rather than something shocking and awful.

Are Super Skinny Model Bodies Too "Dangerous" To Be Seen?

Lesley — Thu, 24 Jan 2013 13:00:00 -0500

Also, if nobody ever said "manorexia" again I would be totally fine with that.

Look Like a Supermodel In-Flight Even When You’re Convinced You’re Going to Crash: Valium and Gin Optional

Natalie — Fri, 24 Aug 2012 12:00:00 -0400

Usually my imagination conjures up a narrative a lot like the one on the pilot episode of "Lost," where it’s a bit of a bumpy flight, then BAM! The back rips off and BAM! Half of us are dead. (I’m always in that half.)

Magazines Are Now Photoshopping Models to Look BIGGER! Um, Yay?

Lesley — Thu, 23 Aug 2012 15:00:00 -0400

And it's all Kate Upton's fault. Plus: a short art history tour of the feminine ideal. In photoshops.

Why I Don't Regret My Career As A Boob-Peddler

Danielle of xoJane UK — Tue, 14 Aug 2012 18:00:00 -0400

When people discover where I work, they often ask “Would you let your daughter become a topless model?"

It Happened to Me: I Am a Male Stripper

Taylor Cole — Mon, 09 Jul 2012 14:34:43 -0400

Our culture tends to focus on making women feel sexy, but in my world the guys get to be sexy and feel sexy -- and we are happy to spread that feeling around.

Do Models Need to Look "Healthy"?

Lesley — Thu, 21 Jun 2012 09:00:22 -0400

The intentions behind this movement may be well-meaning, but we all know what the road to hell is paved with.

Let's All Create a Backstory For This Excruciatingly Sad American Apparel Model

Julieanne — Fri, 02 Mar 2012 09:00:17 -0500

Sometimes I go on to underwear sites and make up elaborate personal histories for the models. Just like Mark Twain did.

THE SAME 5 QUESTIONS WE ALWAYS ASK (EXCEPT THIS TIME “WE” FORGOT THEM): Christy Turlington

Cat — Fri, 21 Oct 2011 10:00:08 -0400

Plus, how the supermodel stays so skinny! And why she smells good up close.

The Newest IT Model Is Not New At All (And That's A Great Thing)

Laia — Tue, 17 May 2011 16:02:24 -0400

A silver fox in her 40s, Kristen McMenamy is changing the rules of the game.