{"id":45647,"date":"2021-12-02T04:45:00","date_gmt":"2021-12-02T11:45:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.maggiesottero.com\/blog\/?p=45647"},"modified":"2023-07-25T16:23:32","modified_gmt":"2023-07-25T22:23:32","slug":"persons-with-disabilities","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.maggiesottero.com\/blog\/persons-with-disabilities\/","title":{"rendered":"Maggie Stands for Love for All: Celebrating International Day of Persons with Disabilities"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>If there\u2019s one thing we know for certain here at Maggie Sottero, it\u2019s that we stand for love and love for ALL! That\u2019s why for<a href=\"https:\/\/idpwd.org\/\"> International Day of People With Disabilities<\/a> we partnered with <a href=\"https:\/\/modelsofdiversity.org\/menu\/home\">Models of Diversity<\/a>, \u201ca charity that campaigns for more diversity in the fashion, beauty, and media industry.\u201d <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Diversity in the fashion, beauty, and media industry strikes a chord with our Maggie family. Since we started this company almost 25 years ago, we have dedicated ourselves to progress – especially when it comes to diversity in bridal! We\u2019ve worked tirelessly over the years to improve our diversity efforts within our company, and are so excited to present this partnership with Models of Diversity for this International Day of Persons With Disabilities! <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-past-diversity-efforts-at-maggie-sottero\">Past Diversity Efforts At Maggie Sottero<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Here at Maggie, we\u2019ve always been passionate about improving our diversity efforts and appreciating our beautiful brides! Our Diversity in Bridal Webinar Series is one of the ways we\u2019ve celebrated our brides in the last few years. Not only do these Webinars spark thoughtful discussions, they\u2019ve also acted as learning tools for our community. Our goal through these webinars is to help our Authorized Retailers learn about ALL of our bride\u2019s experiences and represent them better in our Maggie Family. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Through this series, we\u2019ve hosted many popular and impactful Bridal Webinars. The \u201cCelebrating Hispanic Love Stories\u201d conference with Alejandra Baca and Migdalia Cavazos has been one of our most recent! Our \u201cBeyond the Dream\u201d webinar series with plus-size supermodel and activist Liris Crosse and the Co-Chairs of the Multicultural Committee for the Bridal Council, Myrna Daramy and Myrdith Leo-McCormack, was also a powerful way to increase our diversity efforts. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Our Love How YOU Fit back in 2013 was another one of the many ways we’ve worked to improve our diversity efforts over the years! We called brides nationwide to tell the world that \u201cthey love how they fit.\u201d This proclamation didn\u2019t just extend to their clothes though! It also involved their family, workplace, peer group, community, and their own lives. This campaign contributed to a shift in how society values women and served as an important stepping stone in our commitment to promoting diversity in bridal! <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Additionally, we\u2019ve updated how we represent our brides by stepping away from outdated norms of the past! We\u2019ve worked with a diverse set of models to accurately show how our dresses look on everybody. And if we do say so ourselves, our dresses look even better now! <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">What is <a href=\"https:\/\/modelsofdiversity.org\/\">Models of Diversity<\/a>? <\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-gallery has-nested-images columns-default is-cropped wp-block-gallery-1 is-layout-flex wp-block-gallery-is-layout-flex\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" data-id=\"45648\" src=\"https:\/\/maggieblogassets.sfo2.digitaloceanspaces.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/DSCF6194-%D0%BA%D0%BE%D0%BF%D0%B8%D1%8F-1-700x525.jpg\" alt=\"Models With Disabilities In Wedding Dresses With Flowers\" class=\"wp-image-45648\"\/><\/figure>\n<\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center\"> PC: Diana Vartanova of Still Miracle and The Boutique <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Our dedication to diversity in bridal is why we are so excited for our partnership with Models of Diversity for International Day of Persons with Disabilities! These models truly brought our gowns to life during the soft, Versailles-inspired photoshoot by Diana Vartanova. The organization is a pioneer in the beauty industry by representing every aspect of beauty. This organization shows the world that beauty isn’t limited to any particular standard, regardless of ability, ethnicity, age, or size! <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Models of Diversity put it beautifully when they said, \u201cFor too long we\u2019ve all received similar programming about what a bride looks like, with the mainstream industry often only speaking to an image of bridal beauty based on what society deems beautiful \u2014 so what happens when the image of beauty and desirability never looks like you? After speaking to our followers, we found navigating the wedding process without seeing yourself represented can have a damaging effect on self-esteem and, at times, make it incredibly difficult to accept your own body. It became obvious to us that minority groups needed to be represented fairly, rather than being left feeling \u2018Invisible\u2019.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Navigating the wedding process is stressful enough. However, when you don\u2019t see yourself represented it makes it even more overwhelming. That\u2019s why we are so excited to show you these stunning and diverse brides who capture the image of beauty. Scroll on to learn more about them! <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">International Day of Persons With Disabilities Model: Amanda in Olson<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-gallery has-nested-images columns-default is-cropped wp-block-gallery-2 is-layout-flex wp-block-gallery-is-layout-flex\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"700\" height=\"933\" data-id=\"45649\" src=\"https:\/\/maggieblogassets.sfo2.digitaloceanspaces.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/Amanda-in-Olson-700x933.jpg\" alt=\"Woman In Wedding Dress With Flowers\" class=\"wp-image-45649\" srcset=\"https:\/\/maggieblogassets.sfo2.digitaloceanspaces.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/Amanda-in-Olson-700x933.jpg 700w, https:\/\/maggieblogassets.sfo2.digitaloceanspaces.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/Amanda-in-Olson-250x333.jpg 250w, https:\/\/maggieblogassets.sfo2.digitaloceanspaces.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/Amanda-in-Olson-768x1024.jpg 768w, https:\/\/maggieblogassets.sfo2.digitaloceanspaces.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/Amanda-in-Olson-1152x1536.jpg 1152w, https:\/\/maggieblogassets.sfo2.digitaloceanspaces.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/Amanda-in-Olson-1536x2048.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/maggieblogassets.sfo2.digitaloceanspaces.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/Amanda-in-Olson-120x160.jpg 120w, https:\/\/maggieblogassets.sfo2.digitaloceanspaces.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/Amanda-in-Olson-scaled.jpg 1920w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 700px) 100vw, 700px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"700\" height=\"933\" data-id=\"45662\" src=\"https:\/\/maggieblogassets.sfo2.digitaloceanspaces.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/12\/DSCF5720-700x933.jpg\" alt=\"Woman In Chair And Wedding Dress\" class=\"wp-image-45662\" srcset=\"https:\/\/maggieblogassets.sfo2.digitaloceanspaces.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/12\/DSCF5720-700x933.jpg 700w, https:\/\/maggieblogassets.sfo2.digitaloceanspaces.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/12\/DSCF5720-250x333.jpg 250w, https:\/\/maggieblogassets.sfo2.digitaloceanspaces.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/12\/DSCF5720-768x1024.jpg 768w, https:\/\/maggieblogassets.sfo2.digitaloceanspaces.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/12\/DSCF5720-1152x1536.jpg 1152w, https:\/\/maggieblogassets.sfo2.digitaloceanspaces.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/12\/DSCF5720-1536x2048.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/maggieblogassets.sfo2.digitaloceanspaces.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/12\/DSCF5720-120x160.jpg 120w, https:\/\/maggieblogassets.sfo2.digitaloceanspaces.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/12\/DSCF5720-scaled.jpg 1920w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 700px) 100vw, 700px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center\"> PC: Diana Vartanova of Still Miracle and The Boutique <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If you can\u2019t already tell, Amanda is absolutely ethereal in our soft, lacy A-line gown, Olson. From Canterbury, Kent, Amanda is an advocate for people with disabilities. To start with, she is an ambassador for the charity, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.changingfaces.org.uk\/\">Changing Faces<\/a>. This amazing organization is a leading charity in the UK for people with a scar, mark, or condition and is dedicated to supporting the visible difference community. She is also an active supporter of the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.clapa.com\/\">Cleft Lip and Palate Association<\/a> who provides personalized support, education, and resources for people with this disability! <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>A warrior from day one, Amanda was born with amniotic band syndrome. This condition resulted in a cleft lip and palette, limited vision in one eye, missing fingers, and clubbed feet. That hasn\u2019t stopped her from bringing beauty into a new light though. She has worked tirelessly over the years to not only bring awareness to this condition, but also any visible difference! <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Disability equality, resilience, body image, and prevailing stereotypes around beauty are focuses that she is passionate about. It\u2019s clear as day that she brought this and more when wearing Olson. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Love Olson? Find a similar style <a href=\"https:\/\/www.maggiesottero.com\/rebecca-ingram\/lorraine\/16566\">Lorraine by Rebecca Ingram<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Ashley in <a href=\"https:\/\/www.maggiesottero.com\/sottero-and-midgley\/marlow\/16943\">Marlow by Sottero and Midgley<\/a> <\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-gallery has-nested-images columns-default is-cropped wp-block-gallery-3 is-layout-flex wp-block-gallery-is-layout-flex\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"700\" height=\"933\" data-id=\"45650\" src=\"https:\/\/maggieblogassets.sfo2.digitaloceanspaces.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/Ashley-in-Marlow-700x933.jpg\" alt=\"Woman In Wedding Dress Posing Next To Flowers\" class=\"wp-image-45650\" srcset=\"https:\/\/maggieblogassets.sfo2.digitaloceanspaces.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/Ashley-in-Marlow-700x933.jpg 700w, https:\/\/maggieblogassets.sfo2.digitaloceanspaces.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/Ashley-in-Marlow-250x333.jpg 250w, https:\/\/maggieblogassets.sfo2.digitaloceanspaces.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/Ashley-in-Marlow-768x1024.jpg 768w, https:\/\/maggieblogassets.sfo2.digitaloceanspaces.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/Ashley-in-Marlow-1152x1536.jpg 1152w, https:\/\/maggieblogassets.sfo2.digitaloceanspaces.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/Ashley-in-Marlow-1536x2048.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/maggieblogassets.sfo2.digitaloceanspaces.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/Ashley-in-Marlow-120x160.jpg 120w, https:\/\/maggieblogassets.sfo2.digitaloceanspaces.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/Ashley-in-Marlow-scaled.jpg 1920w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 700px) 100vw, 700px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"700\" height=\"933\" data-id=\"45663\" src=\"https:\/\/maggieblogassets.sfo2.digitaloceanspaces.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/DSCF5914-1-700x933.jpg\" alt=\"Woman In Wedding Dress With Amputation In Wedding Dress\" class=\"wp-image-45663\" srcset=\"https:\/\/maggieblogassets.sfo2.digitaloceanspaces.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/DSCF5914-1-700x933.jpg 700w, https:\/\/maggieblogassets.sfo2.digitaloceanspaces.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/DSCF5914-1-250x333.jpg 250w, https:\/\/maggieblogassets.sfo2.digitaloceanspaces.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/DSCF5914-1-768x1024.jpg 768w, https:\/\/maggieblogassets.sfo2.digitaloceanspaces.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/DSCF5914-1-1152x1536.jpg 1152w, https:\/\/maggieblogassets.sfo2.digitaloceanspaces.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/DSCF5914-1-1536x2048.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/maggieblogassets.sfo2.digitaloceanspaces.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/DSCF5914-1-120x160.jpg 120w, https:\/\/maggieblogassets.sfo2.digitaloceanspaces.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/DSCF5914-1-scaled.jpg 1920w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 700px) 100vw, 700px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center\"> PC: Diana Vartanova of Still Miracle and The Boutique <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Ashley is giving us some SERIOUS forest fairy vibes in our <a href=\"https:\/\/www.maggiesottero.com\/sottero-and-midgley\/marlow\/16943\">Marlow gown<\/a>. Don\u2019t let this gorgeous photoshoot make you think she\u2019s anything less than a warrior though. Ashley is an active sort, listing horse riding, scuba diving, dance, acting, yoga, and crossbow among her interests. She is also a serious advocate for preserving our oceans and the life within them. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Her passions extend to disability advocacy as well! Ashley is an ambassador for the <a href=\"https:\/\/luckyfinproject.org\/about\/\">Lucky Fin Project<\/a>, an organization that exists to raise awareness and celebrate children and individuals born with symbrachydactyly or other limb differences. Ashley has a limb difference of her own. She is a congenital amputee, missing the lower part of her right arm. However, she shows the world that beauty is not limited to a specific number of limbs for International Day of Persons With Disabilities! <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">International Day of Persons With Disabilities Model: Farrah in <a href=\"https:\/\/www.maggiesottero.com\/sottero-and-midgley\/anthony\/16579\">Anthony by Sottero and Midgley<\/a><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-gallery has-nested-images columns-default is-cropped wp-block-gallery-4 is-layout-flex wp-block-gallery-is-layout-flex\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"700\" height=\"933\" data-id=\"45653\" src=\"https:\/\/maggieblogassets.sfo2.digitaloceanspaces.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/Farrah-in-Anthony-1-700x933.jpg\" alt=\"Woman In Wedding Dress Walking Through A Room With Plants\" class=\"wp-image-45653\" srcset=\"https:\/\/maggieblogassets.sfo2.digitaloceanspaces.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/Farrah-in-Anthony-1-700x933.jpg 700w, https:\/\/maggieblogassets.sfo2.digitaloceanspaces.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/Farrah-in-Anthony-1-250x333.jpg 250w, https:\/\/maggieblogassets.sfo2.digitaloceanspaces.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/Farrah-in-Anthony-1-768x1024.jpg 768w, https:\/\/maggieblogassets.sfo2.digitaloceanspaces.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/Farrah-in-Anthony-1-1152x1536.jpg 1152w, https:\/\/maggieblogassets.sfo2.digitaloceanspaces.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/Farrah-in-Anthony-1-1536x2048.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/maggieblogassets.sfo2.digitaloceanspaces.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/Farrah-in-Anthony-1-120x160.jpg 120w, https:\/\/maggieblogassets.sfo2.digitaloceanspaces.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/Farrah-in-Anthony-1-scaled.jpg 1920w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 700px) 100vw, 700px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"700\" height=\"933\" data-id=\"45664\" src=\"https:\/\/maggieblogassets.sfo2.digitaloceanspaces.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/DSCF6391-1-700x933.jpg\" alt=\"Woman In Wedding Dress Posing With Flowers\" class=\"wp-image-45664\" srcset=\"https:\/\/maggieblogassets.sfo2.digitaloceanspaces.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/DSCF6391-1-700x933.jpg 700w, https:\/\/maggieblogassets.sfo2.digitaloceanspaces.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/DSCF6391-1-250x333.jpg 250w, https:\/\/maggieblogassets.sfo2.digitaloceanspaces.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/DSCF6391-1-768x1024.jpg 768w, https:\/\/maggieblogassets.sfo2.digitaloceanspaces.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/DSCF6391-1-1152x1536.jpg 1152w, https:\/\/maggieblogassets.sfo2.digitaloceanspaces.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/DSCF6391-1-1536x2048.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/maggieblogassets.sfo2.digitaloceanspaces.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/DSCF6391-1-120x160.jpg 120w, https:\/\/maggieblogassets.sfo2.digitaloceanspaces.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/DSCF6391-1-scaled.jpg 1920w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 700px) 100vw, 700px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center\"> PC: Diana Vartanova of Still Miracle and The Boutique <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Last but certainly not least, Farrah looks practically royal in our sexy, crepe mermaid gown, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.maggiesottero.com\/sottero-and-midgley\/anthony\/16579\">Anthony by Sottero and Midgley<\/a>. Farrah has Ulcerative Colitis, and IBD (inflammatory bowel disease) – a lifelong invisible illness. However, she has a never-ending supply of sunny optimism and beauty when it comes to living life day by day. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Farrah has proven time and time again that she is more than just her disability. She is an artist, dancer, and most importantly, a full-time mother. Her art, whether it\u2019s painting, performing, or baking, has made a positive impact on her community. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>However, her sickness is still a part of her. Through her art, she has brought more awareness to her condition, other disabilities, and her life overall. Her collaboration with Models of Diversity is also helping her advocate for disabilities! Through her work with the organization, she represents \u201creal\u201d people in the model industry and promotes body positivity! <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Maggie Sottero Stands for Love and Love for All<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>International Day of Persons With Disabilities is an important day, but diversity is celebrated every day at Maggie Sottero! At <a href=\"https:\/\/www.maggiesottero.com\/\">Maggie Sottero<\/a> we take creating diversity in bridal seriously because everyone should be represented in the fashion industry. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>\u201cWe celebrate ALL brides and ALL love stories. It is so important to us that all brides feel seen and represented in our wedding dresses! We are so thrilled to be a part of such a powerful and necessary initiative,\u201d said Christina Blanchette, VP of Sales and Marketing at Maggie Sottero. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If you want to know more about International Day of <a href=\"https:\/\/idpwd.org\/\">Persons With Disabilities<\/a> and <a href=\"https:\/\/modelsofdiversity.org\/\">Models of Diversity<\/a>, make sure to view their pages in the links. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Want to see more inspiration on diversity in bridal? Check out:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.maggiesottero.com\/blog\/hispanic-wedding-traditions\/\">Hispanic Wedding Traditions: Celebrating Our Real Brides for Hispanic Heritage Month<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.maggiesottero.com\/blog\/love-how-you-fit-2\/\"> Staying Body Positive While Shopping for Your Wedding Dress<\/a> <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.maggiesottero.com\/blog\/black-owned-bridal-boutiques\/\">Highlighting One of our Black-Owned Bridal Boutiques<\/a> <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.maggiesottero.com\/blog\/wedding-featuring-black-wedding-vendors\/\">Socially Distanced Elysian Wedding Featuring Black Wedding Vendors<\/a>. <\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"If there\u2019s one thing we know for certain here at Maggie Sottero, it\u2019s that we stand for love and love for ALL! 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