Being one of Europe’s leading modelling agencies, we at Talent Management know all too well about the debates surrounding body diversity in the fashion industry.

But, rather than being constantly argued about, we think it should be celebrated, and we’re not alone in this thought.

‘All Walks Beyond The Catwalk’, endorsed by the British Fashion Council, is a campaign after our own heart.

Co-founded by Caryn Franklin, Debra Bourne, Erin O’Connor and Susan Ringwood, All Walks has joined forces with designers and a varied range of models to challenge some of the industry’s deeply rooted beliefs about the so called female ideal.

ROUND TABLE

All Walks is also contributing to round table government discussions on how “diversity and the beauty of individuality can make an impact in the wider culture and influence self-esteem and well-being”.

Last week’s round table at the House of Commons saw Caryn Franklin, British fashion expert and All Walks Co-founder, discuss the issues surrounding the campaign’s work in the fashion industry.

Chaired by Govt. Minister for Equalities, Lynne Featherstone, Franklin wrote on her blog that it was “a great opportunity to talk about body diversity”.

“It’s reassuring to have the Minister’s ear on these matters, especially as reports show increasing levels of depression and despair amongst women and girls who feel when they don’t match up to the idealised images in our media.

“I genuinely hope this is the beginning of change,” Franklin added.

We all know that the fashion industry is a powerful communicator of what is considered the beauty and body ‘ideal’.

And as such, we at Talent Management represent a diverse range of models, welcoming all sizes, ages and ethnicities.

So if you think you’ve got what it takes and are confident in your looks, then get in touch via our website for more information.