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🗣️ Kim Russell on Plus Size Representation in Fashion


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September 11, 2026

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Kim Russell on Plus Size Representation in Fashion

👑 What It's Like Being a "Plus Size" Cultural Leader: “Absolutely the f-ck not.” That’s how stylist, consultant and commentator Kim Russell responded when we asked her whether she currently feels represented in fashion.

🔍 On Brands and Body Representation: Russell’s been a pioneer on Polyvore since the 2010s and since then, has built a deep cultural knowledge of the industry, for better or worse…

👆 Read All About It: Hear all of Russell's views on everything from who's got it right, to what's next.


TTSWTRS Explores the Body as a Living Canvas

🥀 The "Black Orchid" Collection: For its latest collection, “Black Orchid,” the Ukrainian label draws on Japanese visual culture, tattoo art and the architecture of the body.

🖤 What You'll Find: Across the lineup, sheer second-skin pieces trace the body, while sculpted denim, structured tailoring, dense knitwear, cruelty-free leather and oversized streetwear bring a sense of weight and armour.

🔗 Check It Out Now: Rather than simply revealing the body, “Black Orchid” asks who gets to decide what is seen.


Here's What Went Down at Our "Diarra From Detroit" Murder Mystery Party

🗺️ From Detroit to Soho: To celebrate the second season of Paramount+’s critically acclaimed mystery-comedy Diarra From Detroit, Hypebae teamed up with the streaming platform to host an exclusive, social-first cocktail experience in Soho, New York.

🚪 Every World, One Room: Bringing together cast members, creators, tastemakers and New York’s creative community, the intimate gathering bridged the worlds of entertainment, fashion and culture.

📺 Watch the New Season: Catch Season 2 of Diarra From Detroit, now streaming exclusively on Paramount+.

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