The Real Bodies Manifesto is more than just a fashion look book. It’s a statement by Asian Americans about their struggles and achievements, revealing who they are not just on the outside but on the inside. It’s breaking stereotypes and highlighting the diversity of the community–the body types, the sexual orientations, the occupations. It’s for real.

This article was originally published in the Fall 2012 print issue of Audrey Magazine. See the full article here (PDF file).

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