Rise in the Fashion Industry

Lawley gained international prominence in June 2011 when she appeared on the cover of Vogue Italia alongside fellow plus-size models Tara Lynn and Candice Huffine. This groundbreaking feature was part of a broader movement toward more inclusive body representation in fashion. In 2011, she was named one of the Top 100 Most Influential People by The Sydney Morning Herald's Sydney Magazine. The following year, she became the first plus-size model to appear on the cover of an Australian fashion magazine, further establishing her influence in the industry.

Major Collaborations and Recognition

In June 2013, Lawley was honored with the Model of the Year award during Full Figured Fashion Week, affirming her impact on the fashion world. That same year, she launched a swimwear line in collaboration with Blond-E by Crystal Morris, aiming to provide stylish swimwear options for women of all sizes. Throughout her career, Lawley has worked with several well-known plus-size fashion brands, including Lane Bryant, Evans, Persona Collezioni, and Marina Rinaldi.

Publishing and Media Appearances

Outside of modeling, Robyn Lawley runs a popular food blog titled Robyn Lawley Eats. The blog’s success led to a publishing contract with Random House, through which she released a cookbook that showcases her passion for food and healthy living. In 2015, she broke another barrier by becoming the first plus-size model to appear in the Sports Illustrated Swimsuit Issue, a major milestone in media representation for curvier body types.

Personal Life

Robyn Lawley is in a relationship with Everest Schmidt, a lawyer with the Paul Law Group. The couple welcomed their daughter, Ripley, in 2015. Lawley continues to advocate for body positivity and inclusivity, using her platform to encourage broader acceptance of diverse body types within both fashion and popular culture.