From dreams of becoming a doctor to walking 34 runway shows this season, Venezuelan model América González’s career path made a 180° turnaround due to her strong sense of perseverance. Rejection is…
Xu Meen on Practicing Humility and Leading Responsibly
To become a household name as a model is nothing short of an accomplishment that SuMin Kim aka Xu Meen knows all too well, going from Models.com’s Model of the Week to…
Hot Lister Precious Kevin on her Life-Changing Scouting Story
Models’ scouting stories are usually quite serendipitous, but Nigerian model Precious Kevin‘s story is not only moving but kismet. Just as the world around her seemed to be crumbling, her mother agent…
Geometric and Sensual Silhouettes Were at Center-Stage for Courrèges F/W 22
Marie Loridan & Metta Irebe In the last year, French heritage house Courrèges has had a significant revival, becoming a fan favorite for younger consumers, all thanks to CEO Adrien Da Maia…
Mila van Eeten Makes a Soaring Return After a Hiatus
After being discovered at a young age, Dutch model Mila van Eeten was already exclusively walking Versace back in 2015 before taking a break from modeling. Now she’s jumped back onto the…
“In America: An Anthology of Fashion” Highlights Unsung Designers of the Past
Marguery Bolhagen, 1961 The first part of the Costume Institute’s exhibit, In America: A Lexicon of Fashion was an analysis of 20th and 21st-century American fashion designs and contemporary clothing, including newer…
Theophilio’s Edvin Thompson Emerges as A Designer Paying Homage to the Caribbean
Jamaican-born, Brooklyn native, Edvin Thompson found a practical way to communicate critical conversations by leaning into his zeal for design, eventually creating his brand Theophilio in 2016 derived from his middle name…
Véronique Nichanian Focuses on Sophisticated Seduction for Hermès F/W 22
Neil Varel & Thomas Riguelle Hermès is known for its sleek classic opulent designs, but for F/W 22 creative director Véronique Nichanian decided to venture into the world of sophisticated seduction calling…
Barbara Valente On Opening Bottega Twice and Trusting The Process
Starting off as an exclusive for the Prada S/S 16 show, Brazilian model Barbara Valente was already on a stellar path towards success and securing monumental milestones in her career. Modeling wasn’t…
Versatility Is Vital for Surrealist Makeup Artist Chiao Li Hsu
It’s still a bit challenging to describe exactly what London-based makeup artist Chiao Li Hsu’s distinct signature styles are, as versatility is the basis of each look she carefully creates. Hsu was…