The darkest model of the world, Hoodia Diop, is extremely in demand in modeling agencies around the world. But she is not the first who dared to say "no" to the existing standards of beauty.
Hoodia Diop - melanin queen
Nature generously endowed young Hudiya Diop with melanin: the 19-year-old black native of Senegal is incredibly dark in skin color. It seems that it was painted with black paint. The unusual appearance of the model was very much in demand. She cooperates with many model agencies in Paris and New York.
By the way, her boyfriend is Caucasian. They are sometimes photographed in joint photo sessions
In childhood, peers often joked about, and even now some people write insulting comments on her photos on the Internet. Hudiya has learned not to react to these antics.
"I learned to love myself and do not pay attention to negative people"
"I want to tell my sisters that what you look like does not matter until you are beautiful inside."
Vinnie Harlow is a Dalmatian model
Winnie Harlow - Canadian supermodel, suffering from vitiligo - depigmentation of skin areas. Milky-white spots appeared on Winnie's body in early childhood. This was the reason for ridicule: peers called her cow and zebra.
Winnie pulled out her lucky ticket by hitting the "Top Model in American Style" show. After the shooting she became incredibly popular.
Now the 22-year-old model works with several brands of clothes, is removed for magazines and in advertising.
Tando Hopa is an advocate for albino rights
Tando Hopa is a South African albino model, shot in Vishy commercials. Tando is not only a model, but also a lawyer defending the rights of albinos in Africa.
They are here considered the children of the devil, but the organs and blood of these unfortunate people are valued in weight of gold. Healers and sorcerers believe that from the blood of albinos you can make potions and drugs from all sorts of diseases. Such "drugs" are very expensive, so there is a real hunt for albinos. Poor people, whom nature has deprived of melanin, have to live in fear for their lives and constantly hide. Tando Hopa is trying to fight this problem.
Sean Ross - the most famous albino model
The life of another albino of African-American descent, Sean Ross, was also full of grievances and ridicule. He was called "putty" and "powder."
However, he did not lose heart and diligently engaged in dancing, and later became a famous supermodel, working for reputable fashion editions. He also starred in clips of Beyoncé and Kathy Perry.
Melanie Gaidos - a model with a fantastic appearance
The external data of this model is very far from the standard ideals of beauty. She suffers from a rare genetic disease called "ectodermal dysplasia": she has virtually no hair and teeth.
About Melanie began to speak after she starred in the clip of the group "Rammstein" as the Sandman. Now the life of the 26-year-old model hits the key: she travels a lot, participates in various projects and enjoys life.
Melanie has many friends who appreciate her for her charisma and rich inner world.
Victoria Modesta - model with an artificial limb
Future singer and model Victoria Modesta was born in Latvia. As a result of the mistake of the doctor who took delivery, the girl had a left hip dislocated. Victoria spent all her childhood in hospitals, and at the age of 19 she decided to amputate her legs to the knee to avoid further complications. But even being an invalid, the girl was able to achieve incredible success. She defiled at the Milan Fashion Week, advertised Samsung and performed at the Paralympic Games in London!
Zombie Boy - a human skeleton
Rick Ghenest of Canada became famous for having made a lot of tattoos on the body that depict human bones. So he looked like a skeleton. In addition, he is the world record holder for the number of insect tattoos (fu!).
He worked with fashion designer Nicolas Formichetti and even starred in the video of Lady Gaga.
Amazon Eve (Erica Irwin) is a giant model
Her career began Eric 5 years ago, starring on the cover of the Australian magazine "Zoo Weekly" along with another model. This number became the best-selling in the history of the magazine. Still would! After all, the girl with whom Erica acted in comparison with her looks just an inch.
The growth of Erica - 2 meters 3 centimeters - it is the highest model in the world.
Daphne Self is the oldest model
Daphne Self is the oldest model in the world. She is already 88 years old, and she continues to work and does not hurry to retire on a well-deserved pension. She is still in demand, filming for famous magazines and participating in high fashion shows. Daphne never did plastic surgery and considers them a waste of money.
"Everything should be natural. My age, gray hair, wrinkles - this is my luggage, my life. And I do not want to change it "
Madeline Stewart is a model with Down syndrome
Young Madeline Stewart proved to people with disabilities that in fact their possibilities are not limited! The 19-year-old model with Down syndrome lives full and full of life, which any girl can only dream of!
Madeline advertises handbags and cosmetics, is removed in a variety of photo sessions, including wedding, and receives large royalties. She is a fan of a healthy lifestyle: she is engaged in modern dances and visits the pool 5 times a week. And in order to get on the podium, the girl lost 20 kilograms!