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black models

This Model Looks Like A Real-Life Barbie

Life in plastic, it's fantastic.
Chloe Tejada

Gucci's New Ads Feature All Black Talent, But Not Everyone's Into It

"Like congrats, you did what you SHOULD have been doing."
By Kayla Greaves, The Huffington Post Canada

Model Maria Borges Once Again Makes History For Black Women

"It’s all about inspiration."
By Kayla Greaves, The Huffington Post Canada

Models Share Stories On The Ugly Realities Of The Job

"I can remember the disgusting feel of this man’s hands tracing my body."
By Kayla Greaves, The Huffington Post Canada

Model Gets Honest About What It's Like Being Black In Fashion

"At every turn, I was met with resistance."
By Chloe Tejada, The Huffington Post Canada

Gucci Casts Black Models, Isn't As Progressive As They Think

Something feels off-putting about the models' video auditions.
By Kayla Greaves, The Huffington Post Canada

Bullied Model Called 'Darky' Thanks Her Haters And Lupita Nyong'o

The "Melaniin Goddess" opens up.
By Al Donato, The Huffington Post Canada