PO1 William "Chip" Nagel How Bethann Hardison changed the face of fashion - and why that matters : It's Been a Minute

[DamienVee]

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Bethann Hardison is the fashion icon behind so many fashion icons: she worked as a modeling agent in the era of the supermodel – brokering the careers of stars like Kimora Lee Simmons and Tyson Beckford. And when models of color all but vanished from view at the turn of the millennium – she forced designers to bring them back. Host Brittany Luse sits down with Bethann to discuss the new documentary about Bethann's life, Invisible Beauty, and why fashion imagery, while fraught, is still powerful in our culture.

[AlexBreengs]

Bethann Hardison is a total game-changer in the fashion world. She's paved the way for so many models of color and challenged the industry to be more inclusive and diverse. It's inspiring to see someone stand up for what they believe in and make a real impact. I think her work is incredibly important because it's not just about fashion – it's about representation and visibility. When people see themselves reflected in the media and on the runway, it can be empowering. fashion avenue is lucky to have someone like Bethann Hardison leading the way. Her influence has helped shape the industry into a more inclusive and diverse space, and that's something to celebrate.