For the first time in its 58-year history, Sports Illustrated Swimsuit will feature a model baring her C-section scar to celebrate mothers who have them. The magazine’s annual swimsuit issue, which will hit stands on May 16, stars Kelly Hughes, 42, proudly showing off her scar in a bikini. “I have never shown my scar … Read more
Sofia Jirau has always been about living life with “no limits.” Recently, she blazed the trails when she became the first-ever Victoria’s Secret model with Down syndrome. The 24-year-old Puerto Rican officially made history after joining 17 other dynamic women in promoting Love Cloud, the brand’s newest underwear collection centered around all-day comfort. “One day … Read more
The journey to self-love and acceptance is long and different for everyone, but it’s a goal that’s achievable as long as you put in the work. Social worker and model Kevin Creekman knows this all too well. He has been overweight ever since he was little, that by the age of 10, he already got … Read more
A 24-year-old woman with Down syndrome is finding her place in the world and is inspiring people like her to do the same. Last month, Grace Strobel was introduced as the newest ambassador of the brand Obagi, making her the first American model with Down syndrome to represent a skincare line. The Down Syndrome advocate, … Read more
The fashion world couldn’t get enough of these 86-year-old grandparents who have become the models of their grandson’s clothing brand. Marie-Louise and René Glémarec are 85 and 86 years old, respectively, and they’re proving that it’s never too late to try something new. The couple has become the unofficial brand ambassadors for Egon Lab, a … Read more
This beachwear company in Florida just added a fresh face into their roster of models, and he is already making waves in the industry because of his charisma. In a blog post, Surf Style announced that a new model will be joining them – Ethan Holt, a 16-year-old athlete with Down syndrome. According to Surf … Read more
Watch out Naomi Campbell, Devon Aoki and Cara Delivigne there is a new supermodel in town! A four-year-old smiling girl with Down syndrome is becoming a champion for inclusion after participating in numerous fashion shows and winning various modeling competitions. In a recent charity fashion show for models with disabilities, Francesca Rausi expertly walked the … Read more
In today’s world, it is almost impossible to leave the house without coming across a single advertisement. Businesses are always on the lookout to sell their products to consumers, and the best way for them to do that is by establishing their visibility in the market. Highly-known brands are influential in shaping what society would … Read more
Chelsea Werner, gymnast turned model, is shattering stereotypes by following her dreams and becoming a strong voice for people with different abilities. Chelsea was born with Down syndrome, a common chromosomal condition that causes developmental and intellectual delay. Doctors told parents Ray and Lisa Werner that Chelsea would have low muscle tone and be unable … Read more
Today, #SelfLove is hailed as the greatest revolution. After all, before anyone else, you deserve to be loved and to be taken care of. And who would give you all that if not yourself? Self love does not have to be grand, sometimes, it manifests on the little things. Like getting up in the morning, … Read more
When we think of fashion and modeling, perfect facial features and bodies often come to mind. However, there are models like Melanie Gaydos who is one of the models that continue to challenge the fashion world veering away from the stereotypical beauties. The modeling world experienced a huge improvement and has allowed all kinds of … Read more