Raven-Symoné opens up about buying her own red-carpet outfits due to size
Raven-Symoné told co-host Miranda Maday that she has always had to purchase her own red-carpet clothing because designers didn’t carry her size.
On the "Tea Time with Raven & Miranda" podcast, Raven-Symoné described how, throughout her career, she was forced to buy every red-carpet look because no designer offered her size. She lamented that many celebrities receive free clothing and treatments they could easily purchase themselves, calling the system "twisted." The actress recalled undergoing two breast reductions and liposuction before turning 18, a decision influenced by her father, and later facing complications after another procedure.
She also shared memories of being bullied about her weight during her early acting years. Currently, she says she often borrows friends' clothes from people who understand her sizing needs, noting a shift toward celebrating larger bodies. One outlet highlighted broader issues of body image and industry inclusivity.
Why it matters
It sheds light on size exclusion in fashion and the pressures faced by public figures.
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