Nations Curves Day 8 Recap (NCD8) — Queen Size Magazine

JonMarc Collections shown at NCD8 / images shot by Philip Drew @photosbypdrew

Representation (plus size) is extremely important in our media, and the fashion industry is a huge part of that. When people are not represented fairly or equally, it makes them question their validity within society. This feeling of being outcasted can lead people to believe that they do not belong among their peers.

National Curves Day (NCD) has it contrary to that and more. National Curves Day has been a staple in the fashion industry to show that size has no factor on fashion. They highlight the most brilliant and beautiful pieces for many to see and want. They involved all sizes to display diversity among plus-size fashion.

When asked how it feels to be back outside to showcase CoEd fashion? Co-founder Zak stated that “as far as returning back to the fashion scene, I’m not sure we ever stopped and honestly! Especially, since Jon Marc is a part of NCD. Not to mention throughout our time of quarantine, and/or isolation we have hosted or participated in virtual events or in some capacity had a presence. However, as the world began to embrace the ideas of reconnecting in person, we did also!”

During the time of being housed in the building due to a pandemic, NCD decided to add new avenues by collaborating with many plus men and women to highlight that fashion can exist anywhere. According to Zak “we started the top of the year by supporting DXL’s declaration of January as “Official Big + Tall month”, then the Bigger Picture in March in Houston sponsored by MVP, DXL, and Johnny Bigg. Our focus this year was men centered; we are CoEd. We wanted to ensure the men had a big presence this year. Therefore, we participated in intimate events leading to the Bigger Picture New York Fashion Week edition shortly before NCD. So we’ve been quite busy supporting the community (women driven too).”

In mid-October, National Curves Day had the pleasure of presenting some great and fashionable pieces of the curvy industry. All sizes from size 12 and up, male, and female were represented well. The audience were glad to see fashion that fit many body types and various styles. The audience, sponsors, models, and all who took part had a good time and enjoyed themselves. In between runway, NCD is committed to giving back and recognizing those who are community activists. They presented a few awards to many deserving people who have played a significant role in the community.

Co-founder Zak was pleased and said, “Many people had so much fun and it was a time last night and the whole weekend. We know our community missed the runway CoEd style and we did too. The support was amazing and the audience/community was so much fun.”