"What inspired me to become a model [is] showing people the beauty within differences. Also, representation as well and not only representation for people with vitiligo but anyone in general who might feel like who they are and what they look like isn’t beautiful because it’s 'different' or not 'normal.' Everyone’s beauty is uniquely made within their own image. It’s beautiful, it’s strong, and it’s unique, and this all starts with representation."

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-Storm Dove

"Womanhood is a mindset. It’s a decision where girls (however young or old you are) decide to stop tearing each other down but unite to support each other. It’s a realization that we are stronger together!"

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-Coco Mitchell

"I’d love to see disabled models on all runways, in every fashion week, in all magazines. It shouldn’t be a singular moment, and that goes for the representation of all bodies."

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-Bri Scalesse

"Womanhood to me is about creating the future. A big part of my writing is imagining a society built on care and spirit instead of profit and exploitation." 

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-Tara Raani

"Trans people have been at the vanguard of gender, of expanding ideas of gender, in the fashion and beauty industry. We have taken garments created without us in mind and adorned ourselves beautifully. Trans designers at No Sesso and Gogo Graham have been leading the way showcasing the brilliance of our community [...] I see myself represented these artists, who are pushing the industry forward."

 

-Xoai Pham

 "I think adulthood is about being able to reckon with who you truly are and keeping yourself accountable— being able to recognize your strengths and weaknesses, then delegating your energy accordingly. [...] How can one say they understand the power of womanhood or manhood when they are constantly running away from themselves? To own your power, you must own everything that you are, without shame or ego, but compassion. From there, you can have agency over your energy."

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-Sequoia Douglas