The Models Redefining American Beauty Today Inline
Photo: Courtesy of Vanessa Moody / @vanessa_moody1/11Hometown: Dallas
An elegant newcomer who became ubiquitous on the runways during fashion month, Moody has quickly become a favorite of star-making photographers like Mert Alas and Marcus Piggott and Steven Klein.
Photo: Courtesy of Hari Nef / @harinef2/11Hometown: Newton, Massachusetts
As known for her trans-activism as her modeling, Nef experienced a breakthrough year in 2015, working with fashion darlings Eckhaus Latta and Hood By Air and landing a role on Amazon’s award-winning series, Transparent.
Photo: Courtesy of Grace Hartzel / @graciehartzel3/11Hometown: Zionsville, Indiana
Few can hold a candle to Hartzel when it comes to racking up campaigns. The model has made a name for herself as the face of Valentino, Saint Laurent, Calvin Klein, and countless other power labels. With her tousled hair and long bangs, Hartzel projects an image of nonchalance that brands can’t seem to get enough of.
Photo: Courtesy of Taja Feistner / @feistyt4/11Hometown: Urbandale, Iowa
Though Feistner is tattooed and pierced, her ethereal look makes her a versatile presence on the runway. Whether she’s walking for Louis Vuitton or Simone Rocha, she brings a sophistication and sensuality to every catwalk.
Photo: Courtesy of Sarah Brannon / @sarahdonnealia5/11Hometown: Tennessee
Gothic and gorgeous, Brannon’s dramatic look has found fans in Alexander Wang and Givenchy’s Riccardo Tisci.
