Hailey Bieber Is Pregnant
Model and founder of beauty brand Rhode Skin, Hailey Bieber revealed her pregnancy on Instagram yesterday, alongside her husband Justin Bieber. The couple shared the news with a video and images taken in Hawaii, where they also renewed their vows. Hailey wore custom Saint Laurent while Justin wore a Celine suit by Hedi Slimane. This news follows their intimate wedding ceremony in September 2019 at the Montage Palmetto Bluff in South Carolina and marks almost five years of their union. [Vogue]
Met Gala: The Sleeping Beauties: Reawakening Fashion
As usual, the first Monday in May held fashion’s most exciting night, the Met Gala. This year, the gala celebrated the exhibit Sleeping Beauties: Reawakening Fashion, which was co-chaired by Bad Bunny, Chris Hemsworth, Jennifer Lopez, Zendaya, and Anna Wintour. The exhibit features 220 garments and accessories that are connected by nature and grouped into the themes of earth, air, and water. The galleries, designed by Leong Leong, showcases precious pieces from the Institute’s private collection that have not been seen in years. The exhibit features a range of offerings from Cristòbal Balenciaga, Yves Saint Laurent, Elsa Schiaparelli, Charles James, Charles Frederick Worth, Loewe, Alexander McQueen, Thom Browne, Iris van Herpen, and many more. The Met Gala green carpet was inspired by J.G. Ballard’s dystopian 1962 short story, “The Garden of Time,” which served as a metaphor for the cycles of creation and destruction that define humanity and clothing. Models and celebrities like Zendaya, Gigi Hadid, and Anok Yai attended and made bold statements in their looks. Follow the links here and here to see more of the looks and read about the details of the exhibition.
Soul Artist Management First-Ever Model Search
New York-based modeling agency Soul Artist Management (New York) is having its first-ever model search this weekend.The agency is looking to meet the next generation of models today, May 10th, and Saturday, May 11th, from noon to 4 p.m. Soul Artist Management is welcoming all gender identities and is looking for men 6’1 and over and women 5’9 and over. No prior experience is required and the location is 11 W 25th St, New York, NY 10010.
For Her First Met Gala Appearance, Ugbad Shined Bright
Few moments invoke the entire fairy tale experience quite like the Costume Institute’s annual Met Gala. For Top 50 model Ugbad who made her first appearance this past Monday, the event was even more serendipitous as she paired with the designer who gave her an opening slot this past fashion week. Attired in a stunning metallic ombre sequined gown with a caged bodice, designed by Prabal Gurung, Ugbad’s look was a masterful blend of contemporary fashion and modest elegance, respecting her values as a Muslim. Shot by Kyleen James, Models.com went behind the scenes of this milestone to capture her fitting, getting ready, and being whisked away to a major red carpet moment. Click here to watch all the BTS action.
Tsuki on Creating Vivid and Sculptural Hair
For the segment of our Behind The Image series, Models.com spoke to New York-based, Japanese hairstylist Tsuki about his creative process, adapting to New York’s unique creative landscape, and who he thinks is one to watch for. Click here to read the interview.
