I felt free, once I realized i was never going to fit the narrow mold that society wanted me to fit in.

I really hope that the fashion community will not accept anything that does not represent everyone.

I wasn't put on the cover of Sports Illustrated as a plus-size model, I was put on the cover of Sports Illustrated as a model, as a rookie, as Ashley Graham. This is exactly where we're headed, and yes, there are so many more things we need to do in the curve/plus-size industry.

I'm going to be pulling my pants up all day, and I'm just going to have a terrible day. Because if your clothes don't fit, just like bras or anything, it's not a good day.

Embracing uniqueness and showcasing the beauty of our differences is what I am all about so the fact that my words and image can impact positive change is a perk of this job I never expected I would have.

For me, wearing lingerie isn't about anyone else but me. If I dressed for others I would be a miserable person.

I feel like we have to have [plus size models] as soon as possible. We're the norm. We're the majority.