Alex Consani Wins Model of the Year
Alex Consani, a model and TikTok personality, has won the title of Model of the Year at the 2024 Fashion Awards in London. She is the first transgender model to win the award, marking a moment in history for the fashion industry. In her speech, she describes her victory as a "big step in the right direction" (CNN). She amplifies the importance of black transgender people in the industry, and how her career would not be possible without their trailblazing.
The criteria for the Model of the Year Award is that the model has left a major impact on the modeling world in the last 12 months. An industry panel, as well as a public vote, is used to select a nominee to win. Consani received the most accolades from the judges, allowing her to win the highly-coveted award.
Video Link in Photo of Consani's speech.
Consani began her modeling career in 2015 when she became the youngest transgender model in the world at age 12 (Elle). She began gaining broader popularity in her modeling career in 2019 when she signed with the agency IMG Models. A year later, she began amassing a following on TikTok for her comedic videos.
Video Link in Photo to one of her viral TikToks.
Consani has walked for popular brands and shows such as Tom Ford, Chanel, and the Victoria's Secret Fashion Show. She was one of the two first transgender models to walk for the Victoria's Secret Fashion Show, which happened this past October. The 21-year-old is currently in high demand in the fashion industry and is paving the way for other transgender models to flourish.
Her impact on the industry is evident in the recognition of her talent by many big names. Her achievements as a transgender model mark a new age in modeling that is full of diversity and acceptance. Consani has become a pioneer for models and is an inspiration to people across the world.
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