Fashion's Flawed Fit: Why Designers Reject Celebrities

The fashion world often talks about inclusivity, but many designers still refuse to dress celebrities who don't fit their narrow mold. This isn't just about size; race, fame, and other factors play a role too. Some celebrities have spoken out about being turned away, while others have found creative solutions. For example, Zendaya's stylist revealed that big designers didn't want to dress her when she was starting out. They said she was "too green" or "not on their calendar. " But Zendaya didn't let that stop her. She worked with smaller brands and proved that you don't need a big-name designer to make a fashion statement. Other celebrities have had similar experiences. Leslie Jones tweeted about how no designers wanted to help her with a premiere dress. But Christian Siriano stepped up and dressed her instead. He said it shouldn't be exceptional to work with brilliant people just because they're not sample size. Some celebrities have even had to buy their own dresses. Hayden Panettiere bought a Tom Ford gown off the rack for the Golden Globes. She said she was obsessed with it and felt sexy and comfortable in it. Tom Ford even sent her flowers the next day, saying she looked beautiful. But not all celebrities have had such positive experiences. Khloé Kardashian said that stylists would tell her she was "too much work" because of her size. She refused to work with designers who rejected her because of her weight. The fashion industry has a long way to go when it comes to inclusivity. But these celebrities are paving the way and showing that you don't need a designer's approval to be stylish.