Ashley Graham Radiates Confidence at Milan's Omega Party During Winter Olympics
Supermodel Ashley Graham showcased her famous curves in a stunning white knitted gown as she attended the exclusive Omega party in Milan, Italy, on Monday during the Winter Olympics festivities. The 38-year-old model looked absolutely sensational in the figure-hugging ensemble, which featured a beautifully layered skirt and a daring thigh-high split that commanded attention on the red carpet.
A Leggy Display in Towering Stilettos
The Vogue cover girl made a dramatic entrance in a pair of towering stilettos, putting on a very leggy display that highlighted her statuesque frame. Styling her dark tresses in a sleek, long ponytail, the runway star accessorised with a series of striking silver earrings that complemented her elegant look perfectly. Ashley flashed a huge, radiant smile as she posed enthusiastically on the red carpet, later waving warmly to waiting fans gathered outside the prestigious venue.
Clothing Size Revelation and Fashion Line
This glamorous appearance comes after Ashley accidentally revealed her clothing size in an Instagram post last year while showing off a new brown faux leather jacket she designed for her exclusive line with JCPenney. The model, who typically avoids discussing her weight, was holding up the jacket when the size tag became visible, marked as 0X. This size is generally smaller than 1X but larger than XL, often corresponding to a US women's size 14W or 16W, though manufacturers vary in their sizing standards.
Ashley has historically not shared her specific clothing size publicly, with industry observers previously guessing she wears anywhere from a size 12 to 16. In her Instagram caption at the time, she wrote excitedly: 'Sneak peak of some pieces from my collection (eeeekkk!!) ((am I allowed to show these yet? )) (((I can NOT wait to show you more!)))'. Last April, JCPenney announced they had partnered with Ashley to create an exclusive namesake collection specifically designed for full-figured women.
Beyond the Plus-Size Label
Notably, Ashley Graham does not like to be labelled as a 'plus-size' model and has expressed frustration about constantly having to talk about her body in interviews. Speaking candidly to WSJ Magazine, she detailed how exhausting it is to repeatedly answer questions about her figure, pointedly noting that she doesn't know 'any man that has to do that'. This stance reflects her broader advocacy for body positivity and moving beyond restrictive fashion categories.
Victoria's Secret Runway Triumph
Ashley's glamorous night out in Italy follows her memorable appearance last year walking the runway at the Victoria's Secret Fashion Show, where she proudly flaunted her famous curves for all to see. Exuding confidence, she slipped into a lacy black bra and semi-sheer underwear, strutting down the catwalk with fuzzy black wings and a modest train trailing elegantly behind her. This marked Victoria's Secret's second show back after a six-year hiatus that nearly spelled doom for the iconic lingerie brand.
As Ashley was joined by fellow supermodels including Gigi Hadid, Adriana Lima, and Emily Ratajkowski, it became clear that mothers were stealing the show that evening. Parading their phenomenal figures in skimpy ensembles, these supermodel supermums had the audience watching in awe. The brand actively celebrated motherhood during the event, with Jasmine Tookes making history as the only pregnant model to ever hit the Victoria's Secret runway.
Personal Life and Body Positivity Advocacy
Ashley shares three sons with her longtime husband Justin Ervin: five-year-old Isaac and three-year-old twins Roman and Malachi. As a prominent body-positive figurehead, she has not been shy about showing off her postpartum figure, proudly displaying her stretch marks in candid social media snaps that challenge conventional beauty standards.
Her Victoria's Secret debut last year was particularly significant as the brand made history by inviting plus-size models to participate in their show for the first time. Ashley previously revealed that she initially 'hesitated' to join the VS family and was surprised when they handed her 'tiny, tiny underwear'. She shared on Instagram: 'When @victoriassecret first reached out, I’ll be honest—I hesitated. For years, the brand didn’t feel like it was made for someone like me. Their vision of beauty seemed narrow, as if everything they created was for just one type of body—and it wasn’t mine. But after sitting down with the leadership at VS, I saw real change.'
This transformation in the fashion industry, championed by advocates like Ashley Graham, represents a significant shift toward greater inclusivity and diversity on global runways and in mainstream fashion representation.
