10 Models Explain the Dangerous Power Dynamics in the Modeling Industry | The Models | Vogue

In this episode of “The Models,” a new four-part Vogue docuseries which sheds light on the realities of life in front of the camera, several of fashion’s most successful stars open up about the complicated power dynamics at play at every level of the modeling industry in the age of #MeToo.
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[@shewasunderwhelmed]

Make no mistake Vogue is entirely complicit in the abuse of models.

[@louibeans]

Back it up with proof.

[@hadiyazid]

You wanted some proof? These videos are the proofs. Ages past, Vogue would not be doing this so the predators were roaming freely. Yes they are trying to rebrand themselves to be more caring.

[@chelseaarday]

Make no excuse, I am not justifying what they’ve done. But I will always give it and throw my hands up to anyone that tries to see and fix the errors in their ways.

[@babylej]

@@louibeans Terry. Richardson.

[@zeribawbaw5048]

Yup my thoughts exactly

[@bradfordwade5889]

Name the photographers, name the agents, name the agencies, name the stylists, name them all

[@froufrou4172]

Um...All of them.

[@lukapesun]

NAME THEM

[@ssh1487]

No you can't do that because it's slander unless you have evidence. I believe them, but stories alone aren't enough for a court of law, which means that stories alone are liable to get you arrested.

[@purplelucrezia]

Terry Richardson

[@FelixFDS]

her name is Anna Wintour, allegedly the most powerful and most informed of them all.

[@crowofcainhurst]

Lmao the fact that Vogue posting this is like McDonalds promoting veganism.

[@lala8.0]

ThatsCringe 😭

[@alexrobbins4891]

Ikr arnt vogue part of the industry that's does this to modles

[@lineagewarrior7378]

Literally that saying 'I need to be on the right side of history'. Yeah but not when it suits you. :/

[@parulsharma9940]

True that. I clicked on the docu...next thing the channel is vogue and I am like 🙄

[@JerryMac1125]

Yea and neither Vogue or any of the models name 1 of the photographers ????????

[@jfaustin1742]

This is one of the reason why I feel the industry frequently shuns girls over 26. The more mature you become the harder are to prey upon

[@winecrimesfoodandtime7119]

Exactly

[@missmeowmix6114]

And not so fresh looking.

[@jennab.6723]

“Who wants sour milk when you can get fresh meat?” - The Neon Demon

[@lustrousandlovely6847]

@miss meowmix You still look “fresh” at 26 what are you talking about?

[@layaqui]

Lustrous Lauren right I look better than I did at 25 🤷🏻‍♀️age is not a definition of self !

[@GDoll93]

I wonder how many times Vogue stayed silent until it was trendy to look out for models.

[@TheBrainsugarfreeze]

I agree that it has become a marketing strategy to show the other perspective. As consumers or clients, we can never be sure about their opinions. That s why is marketing, saddly. The real people who shoul speak up are the one directly involved in this world. But we as byuers can also influence the way things go. Do we want to see just nice clothes or do we also what to see the real stories of the people behind them?

[@BrookeaCookea]

Right?

[@DobbysStinkySock]

👏

[@malllllll]

☕️☕️☕️

[@nicolelimbasuta1102]

AGREED!! Too late damage is done to hundreds of girls. Eye roll vogue for trying to BE the good. You can fool some but not all.

[@bronterichardson5279]

"Hes known to do that with girls" broke me. The fact agencies know that theyre putting girls at risk and arent bothered makes me ill. As someones whos been through bad experiences like this but with random guys, and then when i mentioned it to my friends they where like "yeah hes weird sometimes dont be alone with him" after everything already happened, i know how crushing it can feel knowing people really dont care about your saftey

[@huhnahmai934]

bronte richardson so sorry that happened to u. Get new friends. Those ppl are trash. And heal. Please heal. Don’t let it eat u away. 💛💛💛

[@michaela4568]

Your story touched me. I hope you have a great day. Much love and support, you are a great person 🌻❤🌼

[@bronterichardson5279]

@@michaela4568 Thankyou! As are you❤

[@kay9301]

It bothered me in the sense of, if they knew these types of things happen, why didn’t you say something beforehand? All it takes is to pull the person to the side and say hey, by the way this person is known for doing this and that so just make sure you’re never alone with them, and if you find yourself in an uncomfortable situation, try to get out of it. And then express that you’re someone they could come to. It’s so easy and only takes a couple of seconds

[@francescaabbatangelo7598]

Agencies don't care about models. If they did, they wouldn't allow them to destroy their bodies with those unhealthy and destructive diets. They just want to make money. I once read that some models were left waiting for hours in the dark at a casting and, if I'm not wrong, some of them had physical problems for that. This is a shame. These girls and boys are human beings, not toys.

[@user-ji8fl7qg9v]

Vogue, you employed Terry Richardson for years after his accusations came to light. Why are you only doing this now? What steps are you taking to ensure the safety of girls on your shoots? Awareness isn't enough.

[@kelseypoitra258]

Especially since they were aware long before the public

[@BreakCards]

Now is trending be feminist and protect people because social media is giving voice to people didn't have! Now, they have views! I hope Vogue and learned with time , not just a fashion statement thing

[@Admire]

Because now they can earn money on showing this value..before they couldn't or didn't realise they could.

[@JenniferTrika]

Better late than never

[@isidoraklamm8062]

cuz they only care about their reputation....

[@SHEandITpodcast1]

I wish they named the perverted photographers by name and showed their pictures. let's end some careers

[@nadine9142]

Terry Richardson is the most infamous one. Am pretty sure she's referring to him, the one who "has been known to do that"

[@ArthurGoularte17]

Some were called out, but they still working...

[@SHEandITpodcast1]

@@ArthurGoularte17 well they shouldn't be

[@ArthurGoularte17]

@@SHEandITpodcast1 At least conde nast banned them, that was good They are working with some indie mags for what i know

[@StabYrHeart]

@@nadine9142 She's talking about Greg Kadel.

[@scholl734]

"I'm thirteen, this is not ok"...says it all.

[@aishaismail526]

I'm 13 too and I want to model

[@elizabethhoover4672]

So incredibly disturbing.

[@julietteSoul]

I'm your mum off here Take a responsible adult with you always!

[@jasminjayde]

I'm your mum off here be careful

[@martyna23456]

We are still changing, maybe in 2 years u will change and change your opinion about modeling but 13 is too young

[@phoenixgate007]

Modeling Agency: “Yeah, he’s known to do that.” The rest of humanity: THEN STOP HIM.

[@Robertking1996]

Gemma must know A LOT, the panic in her voice was apparent. She’s been around forever now and still working.

[@kllwc7772]

Robertking1996 she looks haunted by unhappiness 😊☺️

[@lockandloadlikehell]

Gemma who

[@dinaleonard3895]

Same thoughts as you, her voice was shaky and kinda nervous 😓

[@clhs]

@@lockandloadlikehell Gemma Ward. She's classed as an industry icon.

[@saharagold]

No, she left modelling and did some acting. Also became a mother. Maybe only now she has gone back to it.

[@bellahadids]

it’s so cool that VOGUE is letting models talk about things like this. It could start to make a change in the way things are in the industry.

[@KiiaH]

That is so true

[@8352731]

AND YET, Vogue - among many other publications - is often responsible for using younger and younger models and perpetuating dangerous situations with - for example - photographers who are known to sexually harass or assault these young women. So, for Vogue to be Cool in my mind, they would have to come out with a mission statement detailing how they are going to protect young women and prevent the culture of abuse & degradation. Anytime, Vogue!

[@johannab9567]

8352731 I think you need to educate yourself before commenting because as of last year and due to the #MeToo movement, Vogue has made a statement reminding the protocols of how women should be treated during photoshoots to the point where they've made a rule that minors must always be accompanied by their guardian and no other staff outside those involved in the photoshoot is allowed to be in the rooms. Of course, say what you will about "oh that should've been enforced earlier" etc but let's be honest, it's still good change and at least progress has been made

[@91clarie]

@@8352731 Yup. They're fcking hypocrits imho

[@jonyu3597]

They've been sponsoring this dirty modelling industry for 30+ years, so your praise is misplaced.

[@palemoonlight96]

the ugly side of modeling most people underestimate

[@nokia6630videos]

Because there's an actually good side to modeling, said no one ever. Modeling is and always been a trashy dangerous career

[@zeynabbbb]

People simply choose to ignore it.

[@AquaMarino]

when we're on that business we will know

[@TasteMyStinkholeAndLikeIt]

Yes, there are a lot of ugly females being called "model"s these days.

[@maybeifyoustannedlisa6325]

@NonyaBusiness! huh Giselle?why js she a exception in your opinion ?

[@tehjaswinkalamanimani8723]

how ironic of vogue to make such a video.after all these years of pushing unrealistic beauty standards on people and exploiting these very cateogry of people.

[@gregforbes6122]

I was thinking that too. In the era of "Me Too" I can get why they would want to put forth something like this but at the same time they're hiring the same people who are doing the things these women describe, it's not like they can suddenly claim themselves progressive when being hugely influential in perpetuating this abuse.

[@Pomagranite167]

@@asmrm1572 A lot of women are born skinny and beautiful, yes. And I'm not about to shame those skinny girl because I know what it's like to be told I need to eat a cheeseburger. But there are also a lot of women who abuse their bodies in order to meet the standards of the industry. And the industry is harsh. If you're even an inch over what they find ideal around the waist, they will tell you you look fat or you need to lose weight. In which case, that is no longer natural, it is torturing your body into doing something that isn't entirely natural for it. Also, photoshop often contorts skinny girls to look even thinner than they already are and changes their legs and arms to look thinner. That's where the "unrealistic" part comes in. There is nothing realistic about those. I'm sure she wasn't calling the girls unrealistic. It's the industry who often has unrealistic standards.

[@PandaBearBitches]

Tina E There was absolutely no need to call anyone ugly buddy. The comment was simply trying to focus on the fact that vogue has a very specific look they go for that not everyone can achieve - thus it being unrealistic. It has nothing to do with anyone being ugly, it’s simply a standard that not everyone can reach!!

[@risarahman1253]

@@asmrm1572 as someone who is also skinny you may be beautiful on the outside but based on your comments you seem ugly on the inside. frankly you come across as totally unempathetic and narcissistic it's not ok to call people ugly. you are a bully shame on you

[@liviaclaire]

@@asmrm1572Oh please. Being as skinny as these models are is not high metabolism, it is called being underweight and possibly anorexic because they are starving themselves. I am slim naturally a size XS/34 in Italy, but why should that size be ideal? I am a photographer and even girls that are heavier ( still on the healthy BMI) look beautiful in pictures. There is absolutely no need for models to be this skinny and this tall.

[@dorothysue1]

I started modelling at 12 in 1973. The modelling agency owns you! I stayed in it in until I was 21. I felt like I wasn't a person anymore, just an object. Thank you for this video. Now at 58, I have been able to forget a lot of it.

[@mary-ks4pz]

You look gorgeus

[@mana-zt1lb]

Hi, Dorothy , I AM always approach by modeling agencies owners because of My height and look , 2 days ago , I was approached by a represented of a good model agency ( Not as known as other big ones but it works with Big brands ), they are really into me ( I know that when they want somebody to be part of their agencies they try to put it Nice, to sugarcoat it so You can accept , I investigated more about them , I AM still doing some investigations tho . for the first time , after many approach I feel like I AM kind of interested on it ,) but I AM looking foward to know more about that world to know if wether its gonna be a good choice for me to accept it or not .

[@_mubarak02]

@@mana-zt1lb don’t be stupid and do it , please start a KZbin channel and own yourself !! You’ll get brand deals etc please 🙏🏾

[@cat4331]

My jaws dropped when I heard 13..... Wtf.....

[@yoba7439]

When

[@cat4331]

Yobaida Moreira 2:01 her story

[@AquaMarino]

me too, I dont know Hailey was that young when she started.

[@ansh0133]

Pedos unfortunately

[@adrianaa2767]

I felt a hole in my chest when she said this, ugh

[@JusticeAndrew]

So now agencies are pimping out models? I knew things like this happened in secret but it’s crazy to actually hear it.

[@thuururuu2]

Now?? Nah, that's no recent thing.. probably just as old as the profession itself unfortunately

[@Areyoumadnott]

@@netgidey8601 I have zero sympathy for you

[@itha5363]

not something new . same as kpop industry

[@jgalena7689]

They've been doing this since the beginning of time.

[@jgalena7689]

@@itha5363 You mean same as any entertainment facet and industry. Even same as finance, politics, ANY industry.

[@jonscreen7698]

No naming names because we all know some of those names are probably still on Vogue's payroll.

[@JesusWasPunk]

Sean Bloemer is one. He's based in Memphis.

[@spacewish4715]

If teardrops could be bottled There'd be swimming pools filled by models. Billie.

[@DancingDeity]

Billie who?

[@spacewish4715]

@@DancingDeity billie eilish idontwannabeyouanymore

[@huneymoont9072]

omg no joke i thought about this lol

[@weirdo66636]

Jin wish shush

[@audreybertelson1972]

Billie eilish

[@lilahesse1774]

"after I told them, my agency told me yeah he's known to do that" that's so infuriating, why not tell her BEFORE the job? these agencies don't care at all for the models. if you know the guy is known to do that at least warn the girl so that she can be prepared for the situation or even refuse altogether.

[@duchessmira1097]

Lila Hesse because they wanted to make a buck that’s why. Bottom line is the main concern. Gross

[@LetstalkNasty]

the exact same thing happend to me on one of my first shoots in Milan. The photographer touched my, i was super scared and couldnt even react. When I told my agency, they reacted the same way as in this story. "Yeah he is know for that". He could've raped me alone in his studio, but whatever. I even uploaded a video on my YT channel and they took my out of their model board and kicked me out :)

[@DianeHampson]

An industry doesn't have to be corrupt for it to flourish.

[@saharagold]

Equivalent of the casting couch.

[@noname-vn1ig]

Michaela Weber good for you for speaking up👏🏻 im sorry you had to go through this but at least you've learned a lesson not to trust anyone in the industry ❤️

[@nabi7963]

Please make it go viral. People needs to know this side of the fashion industry.

[@jayal5771]

Ri Na it’s an international thing .

[@criskp6861]

I think a lot of people know

[@bdfwhhsb]

Agatha jay if people know why is nothing being done

[@hiraqure]

My dream is to become a fashion designer and when I achieve that dream, I will make sure that everyone who is working with me is safe and respected. I don’t care what happens but one thing I am sure of is that I will put humanity over everything else.

[@seidenschnabelfederflugel5441]

💗

[@ferrum6979]

Good luck! 💖

[@blossomlarrysakura929]

Same 😓

[@jonothandoeser]

I don't think you understand. THIS is what the fashion industry is about.

[@yesterdaywasADTR]

Me too girl. I want to be a fashion designer as well.

[@oliviaerindaly]

So ironic vogue is posting this video

[@afrosymphony8207]

Bruhhhh! vogue probably praised and employed alot of these photographers knowing full well they do these kinda things. glad things are changing kudos to y'all.

[@yasmim5573]

They have no respect to a woman's body.

[@minx9945]

Isn't it their choice to be in the modeling industry though?

[@groxsii]

How is being a model and being respected not compatible?

[@annettecaitlyn1058]

Minx well yes, but it does not mean that they merit it.

[@sayantikamondal6402]

@@netgidey8601 It's been their dream and they're allowed to chase it. If you're mistreated in school, would you stop going to school and remain uneducated? Or raise your voice against people who're abusing you?

[@jenniferlawrence9473]

@@netgidey8601 This is sort of true, when the girl said, "it was a big job. I couldn't say no." Well, of course you could say no, but the money was more important.

[@gogoolalala2758]

This is Vogue’s version of an apology video💀

[@ruzenasokol9164]

WHY AREN'T YOU NAMING THE PHOTOGRAPHERS, VOGUE?

[@JesusWasPunk]

Sean Bloemer is one. He's based in Memphis.

[@nafsimax]

"It's known to do that with girls" What is that supposed to mean? You have no right to do that! They want to model. Don't make the process difficult or disturbing.

[@YanuYaan]

Naturalize bad things is creating submission ABERRANT

[@Rose-lz2et]

@@dominicabollig1918 yea it's disgusting

[@ayoubdado7927]

She said "he's known....."

[@nafsimax]

@@ayoubdado7927 Tell me the truth. Does it make any difference if she said "he"?

[@ayoubdado7927]

@@nafsimax because some people think that she's neutralizing the situation by saying it's a usual occurrence when she isn't actually saying that

[@feliscatus7057]

My friend got drugged by her previous agent as a “revenge,, for leaving his agency. She was 15 at the time and he just left here there in the middle of a huge event with strangers while she was unconcious. Lots of people take advantage of these girls, thank you Vouge for shining a light on this issue

[@dmgfoto4508]

I believe it. It’s all about money and power. I’m a self taught fashion photographer but will never make it big because i don’t have the self centered attitude that most do in this industry.

[@terrahwonneh]

Why join the modeling agency at such a young age?

[@dmgfoto4508]

@@terrahwonneh Because there are so many young girls that want to be models like they see on tv. Their mother ‘s want them to be models too. I’ve been a photographer for over 25 years and I would NEVER would want my daughter pursuing modeling if i had one.

[@lizzy4827]

What kind of parent let's a 13 years old do that kind of photoshoot...shame on the parents and the photographer smh

[@halloweenallyearround4889]

While some parents are sorta like pimps others are absolutely obvlivious and trust professionals to be ethical, which is shortminded and naive but still definetely not evil, even when they "allow" crimes by trusting humanity.

[@TheNefastor]

For sure. But 13 y.o. models wouldn't exist if there wasn't a demand. Lots more people to blame.

[@sarahalbers5555]

I swear I was just thinking the same thing. The industry takes a toll on older models, how do you think a 13yo will respond? I would not let my kid do this- too many Harvey Weinsteins out there.

[@jurikowhy359]

I don’t think they know about until afterwards

[@SachinDabral94]

I don't think that any parents should trust any agency with their 13 years old child being in workplace like that.a 13 years old should be in school not in the industry.you can't justify it with anything unless you want them to be there.

[@bilalash2405]

The Irony at it's finest .VOGUE

[@janedough8925]

What glitters ain’t gold. I feel bad for them especially when they’re touched. Regardless of how professional the setting may be it’s still your personal space that’s invaded.

[@Ummmmmmmm841]

Sometimes it is very conflicting, because at some point the designer or photographer really has to adjust and touch the model in some ways. It is really hard to tell the line because it is a job and the designer would expect the model to be ok with these touch ups.

[@zeynabbbb]

So true. And they can't even say anything or speak up, because ppl will say, "Well yeah, you were posing nude in the first place, so you kinda brought this on yourself".

[@sweetpeace5]

Xinyue Li It’s called boundaries & they need to be set & adhered to especially young girls! So wrong & justice should be brought to girls wronged by disgusting agencies.

[@Ummmmmmmm841]

sweetpeace5 I think it is so hard to set a boundary. I have met girls who are very comfortable being touched. I think we should let people know that models mean that you would be touched. Those who are not comfortable being touched in the simplest ways should know that and chose not to enter. But there are indeed people who are taking advantage of models. This makes the situation very complicated.

[@Alphacentauri819]

It’s a reflection of our superficial world..without consumers of this realm, it wouldn’t be an industry. Many models are quite smart (despite what stereotypes would lead you to believe)...and instead of them modeling maybe they could be using their other skills to do things like solve world hunger, medical research etc :) Win, win!!

[@Maggie-tl1kk]

Girls under 18 should not be modeling, full stop

[@Daydreamerr13]

honestly should be 21...

[@morgangreenlee2091]

True

[@morgangreenlee2091]

Children should not be exploited to an adult industry

[@aurous5726]

That doesn't solve the problem. That's just more victim blaming. No one over the age of 18 would want to deal with that behaviour either. Agencies and photographers should be held legally accountable for their actions and how they treat models.

[@adamtak3128]

Are parents not allowed on modeling sets like they are on film/tv sets?

[@queenofthebutterflies5212]

The Nigerian girl speaks so eloquently about how if you're young and get into the industry it can take your innocence away. I just watched 60 minutes and they had child KZbin stars and eventually asked the question about taking advantage of children. Now I understand why my mother wouldn't take me to an agency when I asked at age14 or 15.

[@EMCAL13]

Perhaps more female photographers would lessen this disgusting abuse. "Creative" men with their egos are toxic to art.

[@liviaclaire]

I agree. I still don't understand why most of these photographers are men.

[@DancingDeity]

@@liviaclaire I also still don't understand why most designers are men. A woman inherently knows how clothing should fit a woman's physique. This is exactly why so many runway models look like 13yr old boys. These designers don't know how to capture the essence of womanhood in their clothing (except for DVF, because she's a woman).

[@virginiaoflaherty2983]

"Creative" male artists with their egos are toxic. Ever been around successful male artists? Many times - same story. Male teachers - my kids called one quarter pockets because his pants were so tight the students could get a good look at his junk. They were in middle school. Male classmates in teacher education school... showing nude women in paintings yammering away about form and gesture. Barf. This kind of male behavior is everywhere. Not all men act like this, but the ones who do are never called out - then and there. Many women students are uncomfortable but they never give push back then and there. They talk about it privately after class, after they are abused or raped. Wake up young women, our silence allows this BS to continue.

[@marazampariolo3200]

thank you, as a female photogrpaher and ex model I could write a BOOK on how discriminated against are women in fashion photography even though in fact WEare NOT the ones abusing the models

[@alaaye5237]

Agatha jay You’re excusing disgusting behavior and it’s not okay.

[@johngablesmith4671]

Imagine how many girls this happens to - girls that never have the opportunity to speak about it. The power imbalance is too severe when you are a young model.

[@myamemebell]

Wow, I never would have known models go through things like this. I'm glad they shared these experiences for the young ladies who only see the glamorous side.

[@mariahzalera2123]

Kinda ironic how Vogue is acting like they’re some type of advocate for models ...like watching a murderer pretend to investigate his own crime

[@ln2559]

WHOA WHOA WHOA! Wait just a f***ing second! Vogue, this has been happening for ages, your magazine has been around for ages, and you have worked with models, agencies and photographers that have put models in these vulnerable positions, FOR AGES!! Why are you JUST NOW calling attention to this! What took you so long, and what's in it for you?!

[@jadamarie1230]

It's sad

[@jadamarie1230]

And disgraceful

[@ln2559]

@@jadamarie1230 RIGHT?! 👍

[@SammySees]

Whilst 85% of photography graduates are female, only 15% of professionals are female! Level 4 ba hons photography student 👩🏼‍🎓ready to smash this statistic through the roof!

[@PossibleBat]

Because the modeling industry is where all the pedo photographers go, ruled by other men

[@Lafemmefutile]

Do it!

[@liviaclaire]

Well, girls. We need to get to it and start talking business. Also, it is not necessary to have a Photography degree to be a good/great photographer. Lots of practice, doing an internship for a fellow photographer and attending workshop/ online classes can take you a long way.

[@DancingDeity]

Godspeed sister!

[@SammySees]

crimsomthoughts no! X

[@alishernarykov]

I’m so glad that Vogue is actually raising awareness about modeling industry. Instead of being a magazine just about what dress you should wear or the colors of the season, it tries to build a content which opens a lot of hidden doors of the industry, and talks about some important stuff of our culture.

[@91clarie]

They're fcking hypocrits tho, they've been supporting and nursing this whole fcked up system for literal *decades* Just because it's on trend to care about stuff now, doesn't mean they're genuine about it....

[@netgidey8601]

lol Vogue and its owners and most of the media are satan worshipers. They are only pretending they care. Vogue and modeling agencies have been pimping girls to high society men for decades. Dont be an idiot.

[@duchessmira1097]

Alex Naryk they should have done this long ago - it’s called damage control.

[@duchessmira1097]

net gidey exactly !!

[@moonlily1]

But do they hold anyone to accountability?

[@Luca-qk2lr]

As a male photographer, I COULD NOT IMAGINE doing something like that to girls or people generally... I dont understand how desperate or self centered someone could be to scar someone like that... Just awful

[@SaraLovesTea]

When will ppl realize theres a vast majority of “artists” or “photographers” that are legit major perverts but then pretend to make “art”. Saying Letting it all hang to a 13 yr old girl for “art” is disgusting!

[@lolabrini3758]

honestly, the only way u can survive as a model is: - u have strong protective parents around u especially if young (tyra banks mom) - u have a strong family who is always with you and manager and support (gisele's sister) - ur a strong badass knowing ur rights and not intimidated manipulated (naomi- nuff said) otherwise it's horrible, because on one side agency pushing u to say yes yes yes everything, and the other side photographers exploiting u

[@jameschio756]

I agree. Have them unionized too.

[@nurbatrisyiabtkhairulanwar3808]

U forgot to add another point- An extreme cutthroat but being viewed as one of the coolest - Adriana Lima

[@lolabrini3758]

@@nurbatrisyiabtkhairulanwar3808 adriana is so fun! and just extremely beautiful. She is very unique. I find supermodels in past were very unique distinctive features, now they all sort of look the same. I dont know maybe it's just me. Still very pretty but also not extraordinary. There are a few exceptions

[@maebhc178]

Although it's sad, it's good vouge is using it's voice to talk about the issues in the industry, hopefully this helps younger models 💖

[@mariselissa]

I dabbled in modeling around 18-19. It was like this everywhere all the time, and it seemed like the closer you get to "making it," the more you had to do. sometimes, on some struggling/broke days, I ask myself, "Should i have just done it?" And then something like this video pops up, and I'm ok with my decision

[@lolaessam2512]

" he's known for doing that" so casually like he's known for something normal

[@fkatwigsisthequeenofenglan4748]

Not to mention that these women are now big names in the industry, so just imagine what the younger, lesser known girls (and boys) are going through in silence. Where do they go?

[@EG-ge7lz]

What do you mean by “possibly boys?” It happens to boys too. Are you stupid?

[@Cola482]

@@EG-ge7lz well...there weren't any boys included in this video , so it can not be so obvious to everyone

[@AquaMarino]

@@EG-ge7lz yes, you can find on youtube some videos regarding high fashion/commercial male models who speak up against some unprofessional photographers who did some unethical practices during the shoots and interviews. Its already a common fact in the industry.

[@c.l.1820]

These women are not big names. What big name do you see in this video?

[@gregforbes6122]

@@c.l.1820 Ali Michael, Patricia Van Der Vliet, Selena Forrest, Adesuwa Aighewi were/are currently booking pretty high profile gigs and Gemma Ward was probably the biggest high fashion model of the 2000s. They may not be well known names because the era of the supermodel is dead, but they're definitely nowhere near unknown in comparison to the thousands of more nameless models around the world.

[@LuluSapphire]

I love fashion with all my heart, so much that at the age of 18 I opened my first boutique even though all odds were against me. However, over the years I’m often perplex at how vicious this industry is. One can only imagine what some of these girls go through. May God help them.

[@jenisousa5372]

How do you open a boutique at 18?

[@twitterienne3679]

Are you successful now?

[@samanthayeboah229]

what's it called

[@Belihoney]

@@jenisousa5372 A small loan of a million dollars

[@leahmartin3287]

What’s the name of your Botique?

[@viola6562]

More people should see this! Such an important message

[@ayshaayub735]

No one should model if they are 13

[@hannahmical1072]

Does Vogue think we aren't going to connect the dots? And when did Anna Wintour become "inclusive"?

[@farjanaakther922]

THIS MODALS ARE SO GORGEOUS . THEY ARE SUCH A UNIQE BEAUTIES .

[@barb6868]

Farjana Aktar Yeah?

[@itiswhatitis_842]

THESE MODELS are so gorgeous. They are such UNIQUE beauties.

[@wackmack7708]

NCM Nobody’s saying this so I’m saying this *Thank you*

[@user-bu3bv6fj7c]

THERE ARE MANY GORGEOUS GIRLS WHO ARE NOT MODELS

[@destinimiss3854]

When one woman said that her agent said one photographer was known to have this kind of behaviour!!!what the hell?Some laws have to be put in place to protect them

[@SurfergirlKH]

destini miss Why is she or he sending her then, right?!

[@LetstalkNasty]

They send their models there, cause there is a ongoing competition between agencies. As disgusting as it sounds, but they dont want to lose their "good clients and contacts"

[@JG-kk1mr]

What Drake Burnette said about male photographers and the on set dynamic you're forced to endure as a model really resonated with me. Well said Drake.

[@clince-rx2be]

Modeling is essentially a front for yachting and the agents acting as pimps

[@erikadowdy686]

Thas why Cindy Crawford wouldnt let her daughter get signed at a very young age

[@katie3092]

ERIKA DOWDY she was signed at 13...

[@ASAMB12]

I don't think that she was under the same risk as ordinary girls. Her mother is too famous and probably has too many influential friends in the industry as for people to take advantage of her in the same way. If she'd speak out, people would listen and take notice, that would be too risky for them. It's all about power dynamics

[@purplelucrezia]

Sara Anna-Maria I would hope so, but even girls with famous parents can be at risk. Look at Gwyneth Paltrow.

[@nofx5695]

Sara Anna-Maria You’re dead-on 💯

[@vs52217]

@@katie3092 And have you seen pics of her? She looks anorexic.

[@Madawiii]

Like if they should expose those photographers !!

[@gracie_roserose5685]

Bad idea..

[@ebencipe]

if the antm judges hear this, they will tell you not to blame the people around you and take responsibility for yourself, even though the people around you are already abusing you and crossing the line.

[@pikacumecucu7220]

LOL

[@letsgetreal4950]

I always thought ANTM treated the girls horribly.

[@ardentroadproductions]

Hypocrisy aside, it's good that these models are being allowed to express this side of the industry. It's far more insidious than most people are aware.

[@JoshuaOtusanya]

wow. props to vogue on the transparency here. eye opening. -josh otusanya

[@fkatwigsisthequeenofenglan4748]

No one asked for your name

[@erikah8704]

bye and no one asked for ur two cents

[@princesslunakusuma8322]

NOW I WANT THIS but with male models' point of view

[@bellahadids]

princess Luna kusuma YESSSSS

[@mateusbrazil9487]

@@bellahadids It's even worse for male models

[@pam3528]

@@mateusbrazil9487 I don't think is worse for them tbh

[@mateusbrazil9487]

@@pam3528 I was a male model. The fashion world is mostly ruled by homosexuals trying to abuse the guys. And they earn next to nothing. It's way worse...

[@michellexbeauty9832]

Yes omg

[@peach4781]

That’s why Gigi and Bella are not respected by their peers because they don’t have to go through these :/

[@LuluBonfils]

please do more of these vogue !!! there are so many stories for us to tell

[@dominicabollig1918]

Thank you so much for this series- I use to want to be a model and I am so glad you showed the entire world for what it is. I am also glad I went into science!

[@yousrahasan55]

2:10 wow, that really hit me. I'm already aware that the modelling and fashion industry don't always put the models dignity first but come on, that's beyond far

[@lilahobrien3582]

I’m thinking of starting as a model but now I’m scared 😂

[@monilathakur2290]

Lol, ikr! Me too girl. All the best tho

[@urban_rose4096]

Ikr! The relatbility is out of this world... Everything within the fashion and entertainment industry is just shady😬

[@thefieldgoodlife5077]

This is so sadly true. It happened to me or my roommates many times during my modeling career and then continued in my corporate life. Slamming Vogue for posting this is clearly shortsighted because of its reach and vulnerability. The power dynamics of intimidation and bullying is pervasive no matter what industry. And I applaud the models here for their courage to speak out. And for those of us who kept quiet out of fear... explore the variety of healing modalities so that you can adjust your energetic broadcast to heal trauma that gets stored in the body mind and soul.

[@AquaMarino]

I hope Vogue or any other entities would support and defend these models for speaking up. Their first hand testimonies changes the game forever. Props to my favorite models I followed throughout their high fashion journeys - Patricia van der Vliet, Carolyn Murphy, and Hailey Clauson.

[@moonchilllddd6014]

Thank you for the real content.. We want more 'real models' on vogue.. ❤❤.. These girls are so strong.. Salute to all the models... We are here for you... ❤❤❤

[@rueberschaer]

I am SO proud of you girls for finding the courage to speak about the things that have been done to you.

[@thangvicouture89]

The fact that they’re still protecting these perverts is mind boggling

[@sunnys1n9h]

I support these videos so heavily! Vogue has the power to provide a platform to shine light upon these kinds of derogatory experiences from vulnerable voices. So powerful.

[@samdaniel4803]

More of these types of videos please!!!!! I loved it!

[@thefashionhoe]

It’s crazy all they go through for that 10 second runway, or that one photo in a magazine.

[@conniecurtis32]

Thank you ladies for sharing these powerful stories 💕

[@SimonSozzi7258]

In NYC they have these model apartments all over the West Village and Meatpacking district... if anyone else charged $8000 for a 2 bedroom with 6 plus people in there, they would be so charged with a crime Of course the elite can do whatever they want.

[@leighannesantos3334]

Thanks for this video it changed my mind

[@LoomGeek]

I'm really glad this is a series!

[@jenniferenriquez465]

I love how real, natural, and different these models look. They are all beautiful and unique in their own way ❤

[@AnnPaul514]

Sad.. thank you Vogue.. this video would definitely help many girls to rethink their career.. I always thought models are happy people 😕

[@ms.donnicabab651]

Paul Ann 😔😢

[@okioki1638]

That girl at the end was GORGEOUS. I love this video. I love how they have the courage to stand up and speak out about it now x

[@onix6394]

I love these interwies.Thanck you for them.Huge fan!Laura,Romania

[@izzygee2216]

Thank you to all these Ladies for sharing their stories. 🙏🏽 God bless

[@moonchilllddd6014]

I hope the modelling industry would get better.. 🙏🙏.. THANK YOU VOGUE FOR THIS VIDEO N THANK YOU TO MODELS WHO SHARED THEIR EXPERIENCES.. ❤❤.. Fighting!!

[@JuliaOldendorff]

This video was an eye opener. All of these models had their own story to tell about what is was like for them to be treated in an uncomfortable way. All of you models are strong for telling your story while doing your job.

[@tammarastlaurent9114]

As dark as this is I really think it’s important that these models are explaining some of the horrible ways their treated or exploited, to warn other girls. I would personally love an entire documentary behind Gemma Wards story since she was once an “it girl”, left the industry and then returned. A sort of rise & fall story finishing off with her return and what appears to be her new found sense of self.

[@erri4433]

I remember that vogue cover! I obsessed over it as a young teenager. It's so wild to see Gemma and Vlada and all these women all grown up, talking about how they really feel about the industry.

[@merariferari]

Finally vogue something with substance.

[@user-wr8vx2kf3h]

It is really sad.I am so thankful to u Vogue for showing people those scary problems of this part of fashion business.Makes a lot of sense .

[@annalopinski4459]

I love this. I love how theyre letting this valuable information out into the world.

[@StevenCasteelYT]

Great video. Felt very real and hearnest. The pacing of the editing was nice too.

[@tahiriperera2139]

This is a step in the right direction Vogue

[@snowbeach11]

It's sad & unfortunate that there're a lot of young models under age surrounded w a lot of older sharks who sees no boundaries & dignity & most of all respect for the models spc if they're underaged. Just think of them if they're your children do you want any old sharks will do the same to your own children?? Think & have some decency & guilt. 😢

[@virginiaoflaherty2983]

Happychicx These predators give respect and dignity to people who have as much power as they have. These young girls are NOTHING to them. They are objects, not human with dignity.

[@ashleyl.7585]

What an important series. Thank you, Vogue.

[@dblossom7]

Props to VOGUE for letting this story out through their platform. Thank you. 🙏🏽 Better late than never.

[@sannevander]

Thank you so much for making this! I recently uploaded my ‘The Dark Side of Modeling’ video and I got a lot of backlash for it but I am so happy I opened up! More people need to know modeling isn’t all glitz and glam

[@ibizabyme9641]

Sanne Vander I love your videos Sanne! Thank you for opening up!

[@stylefervor1609]

I loved your video Sanne! So powerful!

[@anneoliva3897]

OMG Sanne! Love you!

[@ruthgoh4869]

Subtle way to promote your own channel. Cheap.

[@rya_xo]

I wonder how many abusive and exploitative agencies/photographers etc. Vogue has worked with and how many they still do.

[@sandrarthornton]

R xY right.

[@aashi3009]

The fact that VOGUE is giving these voices a chance to come out in open through its big big big platform, it actually makes me so happy that for once I can actually go out and say this is 2019, this is revolutionary and we are changing for the better

[@camillamesi6512]

This is amazing, keep doing this videos, please!!!! I’m really happy to see Vogue doin’ it.