“Where are the plus size male models?” It’s a question the Internet seemed to be asking just a few years ago. Now, a six-pack is no longer a prerequisite to grace the pages of the top fashion magazines. It’s proof, says my guest, Raul Samuel, that there's demand for more realistic-looking models. Still, as we discuss in the interview, not everyone in the fashion industry is convinced.

Some of the topics we cover in this conversation:

• Why the fashion industry has been slow to accept plus size male models
• What Raul has learned about body confidence since becoming a model
• The changes he’d like to see in the fashion industry
• Raul's favourite brands and tips for how to look good at any size

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You can also check out my conversation with Charlotte Griffiths, founder of BRIDGE Agency, in Episode 7: https://pod.link/1711282282 

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About Raul Samuel

Raul started modelling in 2016 and has featured twice in both Vogue and Men’s Health. He has also fronted campaigns for brands like Nike, Tommy Hilfiger, ASOS and Boohoo Man. Raul is represented by BRIDGE Agency, which launched the UK’s first men’s division for bigger, broader male models in 2016.

Follow Raul Samuel on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/raulsamuel_official 

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