The London fashion week created waves for the wrong reasons, as painfully thin size zero models were seen doing the catwalk for celeb fashion line Erdem.
Eating disorder charities are annoyed as this is a setback to their drive against discouraging size zero figures.
No Health Checks for Models in London Fashion Week
No health checks for models participating in London Fashion Week, authorities have decided. This follows similar refusal by other major cities.
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Mental health organizations have called this fashion week a bit callous for abetting a dangerous trend.
Susan Ringwood, of eating disorder group Beat, said: "We had hoped the tide had turned, so this is a disappointing move. If we're back to the days of one size on the catwalk it's sad."
Source: Medindia
Source: Medindia
Models Below-16 Banned from London Fashion Week
Models aged under 16 will be banned from London Fashion Week after an industry report Friday which also said they should have to show a health certificate before being allowed on the catwalk.
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Fashion Council Ditches Plan to Combat Anorexic Models in BritainThe British Fashion Council in charge of London Fashion Week, said Wednesday it has ditched a plan to demand health certificates proving models do not have anorexia. | Advertisement
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