Recently, the modeling trend has shifted dramatically, with sexy plus size models replacing super-slim females in editorials and advertisements. Then, it’s refreshing to see people proud of their curves in a world where slim is the ideal.
As with most significant social trends, a small number of sexy plus size models cater primarily to the plus-size market. Thus, with such a small number of plus size beautiful women and men to choose from, it might be difficult to find one you like and want to support without spending hours browsing Instagram photoshoots.
Thus, this article will expose you to 30 of today’s most fashionable and attractive plus size models.
Who is the most beautiful plus size model?
Ashley Graham was the only plus size model that came to mind for a long time when someone mentioned the most beautiful plus size model. However, as the fashion industry emphasizes diversity, more plus size models are becoming household names. For example, these women, from Australians Robyn Lawley and Kate Wasley to the outspoken Tess Holliday, have millions of followers on social media and appear on the runway, red carpet, and magazine covers.
Ashley Graham is a plus size model and also a television host from the United States born in 1987. Ashley Graham was scouted at an early age and then quickly rose to prominence in the fashion world. She has appeared in numerous editorials and was photographed by renowned photographers such as Patrick Demarchelier, Mario Testino, and Terry Richardson. Her weight was, at first, a disadvantage to her being a model. Because of her size, many designers refused to endorse her, but she persuaded them to do so, and she has since appeared in ads for Lane Bryant, Anna Sui, Yigal Azrouel, and Macy’s. Teen Vogue, Elle, Harper’s Bazaar US, and Glamour are just a few of the high-end fashion magazines that featured her.
- Height: 5 ft. 10 tall
- Weight: 91kg
- Ins followers: 17.7m
Barbara Linhares Ferreira is an American plus size model and actress born in 1996. Barbie Ferriera has been modeling for Ford Models since she was fourteen years old. She has appeared in editorials for various publications, including Vogue, Teen Vogue, and Elle. She’s also walked the runway at both New York and London Fashion Weeks and has been in many campaigns for labels, including Ralph Lauren. In addition, Barbie, alongside Ashley Graham, Tess Holliday, and Dani Mathers, was featured on the cover of Cosmopolitan US.
- Height: 5 ft. 8 tall
- Weight: 98kg
- Ins followers: 6.2m
Iskra Lawrence was born in the year 1990. She is the Global Role Model and also a model for the Aerie lingerie line, making her one of the few attractive plus size models who aren’t required to walk the catwalk. In addition, Mary J. Blige, a music icon, discovered her in 2005 and then recommended her for a plus-size model search at Wilhelmina Models. Besides, Iskra is a friend of Keke Palmer’s, and they have a lot of physical and emotional similarities.
- Height: 5 ft. 9 tall
- Weight: 88kg
- Ins followers: 4.9m
Tess Holliday is an American author, blogger, and one of the attractive plus size models born in 1985. When she was five years old, Tess Holliday was diagnosed with fibromyalgia, which caused fatigue and chronic pain. After engaging in a drug trial for anorexia nervosa at 15, then she switched to overweight modeling to cope with the trauma. Then, she’s been dubbed one of the most influential plus size beautiful women of all time, inspiring women all over the world to embrace their bodies.
- Height: 5 ft. 6 tall
- Weight: 127kg
- Ins followers: 2.4m
Ashley Alexiss was born in Boston, Massachusetts, in 1990. She was scouted as a model at fourteen and immediately became a Victoria’s Secret Angel. Besides, she was also featured on the front cover of Sports Illustrated Swimsuit Issue V-75. She has since appeared in Victoria’s Secret, Abercrombie & Fitch, Ralph Lauren, Diane von Furstenburg, and Tiffany campaigns and walked the catwalk for Ralph Lauren, Diane von Furstenburg, and as a face of Tiffany. Ashley Alexiss has become the face of the plus-size clothing line Good American, appearing in campaigns for collections including “That’s What She Said,” “It’s Not Just What Happens,” and “It’s Not Just What Happens.” She also starred in the “Love Your Curves” ad, promoting a positive body image for women of all sizes.
- Height: 5 ft. 4 tall
- Weight: 65kg
- Ins followers: 2.3m
Tabria Majors is an American social media influencer and plus size model, born in 1990. And she is a 16-inch plus size model. Tabria Majors was scouted in a Tennessee clothing store in 2013. She also has appeared in commercials for Macy’s, Desigual, and Lane Bryant. However, Tabria’s modeling career took off after she was found in the store by two Desigual reps that came to snapshots of her. Her triumph continued in February 2017 when she was invited to walk in New York Fashion Week at Bryant Park.
- Height: 5 ft. 10 tall
- Weight: 98kg
- Ins followers: 1.6m
Gabi Gregg Fresh is an American plus size model and fashion blogger based in Detroit. She was born in 1987. She started modeling when she was 16 years old. Gabi has worked on Forever 21, Macy’s, Revlon, and PETA advertisements. Moreover, she made history as the first plus-size model to grace the cover of NYLON Magazine. Thus, Gabi’s runway photos may be found all over the internet and on her social media profiles. Gabi is well-known on social media platforms such as Twitter, Instagram, and Facebook, where she routinely posts videos about fashion, beauty, and her personal life.
Height: 5 ft. 5 tall
Weight: 102kg
Ins followers: 896K
Nadia Aboulhosn was born in 1988. She is an Orlando, Florida-based fashion blogger, plus size model, and designer. Nadia has also appeared in campaigns for Torrid and Lane Bryant as a model. Besides, she and her sister Hayley Aboulhosn co-founded the plus-size apparel line Eloquii in 2017. Aboulhosn also has a popular YouTube channel where she regularly releases videos about beauty, fashion, and lifestyle.
- Height: 5 ft. 3 tall
- Weight: 72kg
- Ins followers: 753k
Denise Marie Bidot was born in 1986. She is a plus size model from the United States. At 17, she began her profession when her photographs in “Shape” magazine attracted attention. She was also interviewed for the “Allure” series. Moreover, Old Navy, Lane Bryant, A Pea in the Pod, H&M, and Juicy Couture has all used Bidot in their ads.
- Height: 5 ft. 11 tall
- Weight: 93kg
- Ins followers: 751k
Hunter Sienna McGrady is an American plus size model born in 1993. She has appeared in Vogue Italia, Glamour, Interview Magazine, and Elle, among other magazines. And you also can see her in Marc Jacobs, Gap, and Victoria’s Secret advertisements. Hunter Sienna McGrady is presently the face of the shape-wear brand Acewear.
Height: 5 ft. 11 tall
Weight: 108kg
Ins followers: 714k
Tara Lynn is a plus size model from Tacoma, Washington, United States, born in 1982. In her early twenties, she was scouted in a bar. Her career began in 2006, and she has appeared on the covers of Vogue, Cosmopolitan, and Glamour since then. Besides, Lane Bryant, Torrid, Macy’s, Garnet Hill, Debenhams, Kohl’s, Bloomingdale’s, Nordstrom, and MayCo have used Tara Lynn in print campaigns.
- Height: 5 ft. 9 tall
- Weight: 98kg
- Ins followers: 567k
Paloma Kai Shockley Elsesser is an American plus size model born in 1992. She has cat walked the runways for some of the world’s most prestigious designers. She grew up in Los Angeles and always wanted to be a model but was told she couldn’t because of her thick physique. After graduating from Columbia University with Spanish and French degrees, then she moved to Paris to live with her sister. She was cast in the Marc Jacobs show while she was there, which made her realize that, despite what people told her back home, she could become a model after all.
- Height: 5 ft. 7.5 tall
- Weight: 85kg
- Ins followers: 505k
Fluvia Lacerda is a size 8 plus size model scouted at 12 in Brazil. Fluvia Lacerda is also a charming thick model who enjoys dressing up in fashionable outfits that complement her figure. Her passion for fashion led her to collaborate with several brands on various projects in cities such as Milan, Paris, and New York.
- Height: 5 ft. 9 tall
- Weight: 82kg
- Ins followers: 379k
Kate Wasley was born in Beverley, a small town in Yorkshire’s East Riding, in 1994. She is a plus size model who has appeared in Vogue editorials and the Pirelli calendar. Kate has also appeared in Yoox, Chris Benz, and Loft ads. Besides, she was featured on the cover of Vogue Italy in 2017 alongside Candice Huffine and Precious Lee, two fellow plus-size models. She is a model who has spoken at conferences such as the National Eating Disorders Association (US) about having a positive body image.
- Height: 5 ft. 9 tall
- Weight: 88kg
- Ins followers: 351k
Jada Sezer is a plus size model born in 1989. Born and raised in Los Angeles, she has walked the runway for Louis Vuitton and other brands. Also, she’s been featured in magazines like Allure Teen Vogue and L’Officiel. Besides, She is a former fashion editor for Glamour magazine and the star of E! Network’s “I Wanna Work For NBC.”
- Height: 5 ft. 9.5 tall
- Weight: 94kg
- Ins followers: 293k
Sonny Turner is a plus size model who has gained a lot of attention on social media because of her natural beauty. She was born in 1998 and was also the first African-American model to appear in Playboy. Tush, Queen Street Size 10, More Magazine, Queen Street Lifestyle Magazine, Vogue Italia, and Oyster have all featured Sonny Turner. You also can see her in advertisements for Blanket London and La Senza.
- Height: 5 ft. 7 tall
- Weight: 58kg
- Ins followers: 270k
Candice Huffine is a beautiful plus size model who was born in 1984. She is also an IMG Models plus-size model from the United States. Moreover, Sports Illustrated, GQ, and Italian Vogue have featured her on their covers. Candice’s career began in 2001 when she was photographed for an Old Navy ad campaign at 15. She is a professional ballerina who studied ballet at the Juilliard School in addition to her modeling career.
- Height: 5 ft. 8 tall
- Weight: 92kg
- Ins followers: 269k
Robyn Lawley is an Australian plus size model who was born in 1989. And she is also the first plus size model to feature in a Ralph Lauren advertisement. Robyn was discovered while modeling in Sydney in 2008. Besides, Robyn Lawley has graced the runways of some of the world’s most prestigious fashion houses, including Calvin Klein and Marc Jacobs, and has appeared in magazines such as Cosmopolitan and Glamour. Robyn Lawley’s first runway campaign was for Jean Paul Gaultier, and she later starred in the “Curves” Ralph Lauren commercial campaign, which included overweight models.
- Height: 5 ft. 11 tall
- Weight: 89kg
- Ins followers: 240k
Chloe Elizabeth Marshall was born in 1991. She is a plus size model from Cranleigh, Surrey, England. She weighed 100 pounds and stood taller than a normal six-year-old girl. After being discovered twice in two weeks, then she began modeling at sixteen. In 2009, she competed in Elite Model Look UK but did not place in the top 10. She has cat walked the runway for Chanel and Prada, among others. She also has appeared in Liz Claiborne print ads, where she was styled by Camilla Nickerson, a plus-size fashion stylist, and interior designer.
- Height: 5 ft. 10 tall
- Weight: 80kg
- Ins followers: 165k
Bishamber Das is a London-based plus size model. She was born in London in 1992. Her height is approximately 5′ 7″ and she wears a size 12-14. She is a well-known name in the fashion industry after appearing on the blockbuster television show America’s Next Top Model. Also, Marie Claire magazine featured Bishamber on the cover. She’s been in Donna Karan, Nordstrom’s campaigns, and Monique Lhuillier and Glamour Kills runway shows during New York Fashion Week.
- Height: 5 ft. 8 tall
- Weight: 110kg
- Ins followers: 135k
Hayley Hasselhoff is an actress and plus size model from the United States. She is also known for playing the primary character in the television series The Secret Life of an American Teenager. Hayley was born in Los Angeles and attended Santa Ana’s Mater Dei High School and she also has a marketing bachelor’s degree from Chapman University. She was chosen as one of ten models to promote Walmart’s new plus-size collection, “Miss Marketplace.” Starting April 1, this line then will be available exclusively at Walmart shops across the United States.
- Height: 5 ft. 7 tall
- Weight: 75kg
- Ins followers: 126k
Jessica Leahy is a plus size model from Australia born in 1992 and wears a size 14 dress. She is one of only a handful of Australian plus size beautiful women signed to IMG. Jessica first featured on the cover of “M” magazine in 2008, and then again two years later on the cover of “V” magazine. She has modeled for labels such as German Sportswear Company Puma, American lingerie brand Maiden form, and Italian fashion house Dolce & Gabbana. Besides, she has been advertising for Calvin Klein, Pantone, and New Look.
- Height: 5 ft. 9 tall
- Weight: 88kg
- Ins followers: 89.9k
Nyomi Nicholas-Williams is a beautiful plus size model and also a social media influencer from the United Kingdom. She was born in London in 1988. Nyomi made history as the first plus-size model to do Victoria’s Secret lingerie shoot and also be covered in Vogue Italia and Maxim. She’s also recognized for her curvy shape and the fact that, at a size 10, she was considered a plus-sized model. Nicholas-Williams have appeared on the cover of Nylon magazine and also has been featured in campaigns for Salon Services and Lipsy.
- Height: 5 ft. 9 tall
- Weight: 90kg
- Ins followers: 78k
Anita Marshall is a popular American size 18 plus size model born in 1991. She has appeared in magazines like “Glamour,” “Vogue,” and “Elle,” as well as on television shows such as “Fresh Prince of Bel-Air,” “Next Episode,” and others. Anita Marshall was the plus-size apparel retailer Target’s ambassador in 2015, and she was also included in their annual report. Furthermore, Anita Marshall is a health food advocate who launched a blog called “Fit 4 Life.
- Height: 5 ft. 11 tall
- Weight: 84kg
- Ins followers: 77.4k
Danika Brysha is a popular plus size model. She was born in the United States in 1987 and she is also the new face of Prabal Gurung’s plus-size apparel line. Danika was scouted by a modeling agency while working in a fast-food restaurant at 17. Later in her career, she made a sign with Wilhelmina Models and became an international cover girl for Woman’s Wear Daily and The Wall Street Journal.
- Height: 5 ft. 10 tall
- Weight: 88kg
- Ins followers: 65.5k
Lexi Placourakis is a 22- year-old plus size model from the United States. Lexi has been in various fashion shows and advertisements and she was also the face of Lululemon’s popular “What is real” line, released in 2015. Lexi’s career began while she was quite young. She began her career as a plus size model at 14 and then moved to the runway, transitioning from modeling swimwear to high fashion apparel. Lexi walked in Bryant Park for New York Fashion Week in 2015. Then, Lexi walked the runway for Lane Bryant’s I’m No Angel collection in 2017.
- Height: 5 ft. 4 tall
- Weight: 65kg
- Ins followers: 59.8k
Jennie Runk is a beautiful plus size model born in 1988 in the United States. A modeling agent spotted her in 2007 during a modeling convention in New York City. Soon, she has appeared in several high-end fashion labels, including Dereon and Viktor & Rolf. Besides, in 2012, she was the first and only plus-size model to walk the Marc by Marc Jacobs runway. She’s been on the cover of American Curves Magazine several times since then, and her “Bunny” mascot has surged in popularity on social media.
- Height: 5 ft. 10 tall
- Weight: 77kg
- Ins followers: 43.9k
Georgia Pratt is a well-known model born in New Zealand in 1990. Besides, she is a plus size model who has been featured in editorials for Vogue Italia, Vogue Japan, L’Uomo Vogue, and Harper’s Bazaar, to mention a few. Also, she has been the face of numerous other brands, including Selfridges, and has starred in ads for names such as Marc Jacobs. Georgia Pratt is one of the most well-known sexy plus size models, moreover, she has freely discussed what it takes to be a truly successful model.
- Height: 5 ft. 8 tall
- Weight: 83kg
- Ins followers: 37.2k
Born in 1991, she is an enthusiastic and entertaining plus size model who enjoys seeing new places, spending time with her loved ones, as well as taking care of her beauty! Furthermore, Melissa Masi is a size 14 plus-size model who has worked for various companies, including the Mall of America, Old Navy, and H&M. She also walked the runway at the 2009 American Music Awards and the Victoria’s Secret Fashion Show.
- Height: 5 ft. 10 tall
- Weight: 86kg
- Ins followers: 32.2k
Inga Eiriksdottir was born in the Icelandic capital of Reykjavik in 1984. And she has modeled for Louis Vuitton, Dior, and Marc Jacobs, among others, and is also a former Miss Iceland. And she also has appeared in several ads, including one with Jared Leto for H&M. Besides,she was the face of Marc Jacobs’ “Luxe” campaign for Fall 2013, which included models of different body types rocking black and white outfits.
Height: 5 ft. 10.5 tall
Weight: 85kg
Ins followers: 6431
