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Alex Consani Makes History as First Trans Model of the Year at U.K. Fashion Awards

Alex Cosani, a transgender-identifying man, was named Model of the Year at the British Fashion Awards, surpassing five female contenders. In his acceptance speech, Cosani acknowledged the contributions of black trans women in the industry and emphasized the need for change and support within the fashion world. The British Fashion Council highlighted Cosani's significant impact over the past year. While some celebrated his win, others expressed frustration and questioned the fairness of the decision.

fashion1 year ago

Anok Yai's Model of the Year Snub Sparks Debate Amid Alex Consani's Historic Win

Anok Yai, a prominent Sudanese model, expressed her frustration after being overlooked for the British Fashion Council's Model of the Year award for the second consecutive year, despite her significant contributions to the fashion industry. Yai congratulated winner Alex Consani, the first transgender recipient, but stated she no longer desires the accolade. Her reaction sparked discussions on societal expectations of Black women and the challenges they face in the fashion industry, including racism and discrimination. Yai's stance highlights the need for genuine support and representation within the industry.

fashion1 year ago

Alex Consani Makes History as First Transgender Model of the Year

Alex Consani, a transgender model, won the Model of the Year award at the 2024 Fashion Awards in London, becoming the first trans woman to receive this honor. In her acceptance speech, she thanked the trans models who paved the way, particularly Black trans women like Dominique Jackson and Connie Fleming. Consani, who has a significant social media following and has walked for major fashion brands, emphasized the importance of change in the industry. Anok Yai, also nominated, expressed her support for Consani despite her own disappointment.

fashion1 year ago

Alex Consani's Historic Win as First Transgender Model of the Year

Anok Yai expressed her disinterest in the Model of the Year award after losing to Alex Consani, the first transgender woman to win the title at the 2024 Fashion Awards. Yai congratulated Consani, acknowledging her hard work, but also shared her exhaustion and frustration with the British Fashion Council. The situation highlights ongoing discussions about representation and recognition in the fashion industry, particularly for Black and brown women.

fashion1 year ago

Alex Consani Makes History as First Transgender 'Model of the Year'

Alex Consani, a 21-year-old TikTok influencer and Petaluma High School graduate, has made history as the first openly transgender person to win the British Fashion Council's Model of the Year award. Consani, who has 4 million TikTok followers, was recognized for her significant impact on the fashion industry over the past year. In her acceptance speech, she honored Black transgender pioneers and encouraged parental support for transgender children. Consani's career, which began with signing to IMG Models at 15, has included walking for major fashion labels and becoming the first openly trans model in the Victoria's Secret Fashion Show.

fashion1 year ago

Alex Consani Makes History as First Transgender Model of the Year

Alex Consani made history by becoming the first openly transgender person to win the Model of the Year award at the British Fashion Council's Fashion Awards. At 21, Consani accepted the accolade at London's Royal Albert Hall, acknowledging the trailblazing Black trans women who paved the way for her success. Known for her early start in modeling and significant social media presence, Consani has worked with top luxury brands and recently participated in the Victoria's Secret Fashion Show. Other notable winners included Jonathan Anderson and Tom Ford.

fashion1 year ago

Alex Consani Makes History as First Transgender Model of the Year

Alex Consani has made history as the first transgender woman to win Model of the Year at the 2024 Fashion Awards in London. Known for her distinctive look and significant social media presence, Consani has walked for major fashion labels and used her acceptance speech to highlight the importance of supporting marginalized communities in the industry. The event also featured notable wins for Jonathan Anderson and Tom Ford, with performances by Debbie Harry and Wizkid, and a call for political change from designer Simone Rocha.

fashion1 year ago

Alex Consani Makes History as First Transgender Model of the Year at UK Fashion Awards

Alex Consani made history by becoming the first transgender model to win the 'Model of the Year' award at the 2024 Fashion Awards in London. Consani, known for her work with luxury brands and her large social media following, expressed gratitude to the Black trans community for paving the way. She recently made headlines for her participation in the Victoria's Secret Fashion Show and a creative campaign with Jacquemus.