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10 oversized black models who surpassed stereotypes to become famous

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Black girls with plump bodies are constantly breaking through to assert their own position in the world fashion industry.

first. Akesha Murray started modeling in 2019. “I don’t think I’m going to be a model. I rarely see anyone like me. I can’t say I’m pretty or can model until I’m past my twenties” , Murray confided. Last year, Akesha Murray appeared in the campaign of lingerie brand SKIMS founded by Kim Kardashian. She also worked with Ivy Park – a brand owned by Beyoncé. Image: Natural Models. 2. Brielle Anyea wants to be an actor. However, she was commented that she looked too fat to accept the role. Anyea realizes that the entertainment industry wants to be the fat, ugly black girl, not the pretty leader. Long legs are determined to change that. Brielle Anyea not only has regular photos in magazines Sports Illustrated . She also opened her own modeling training class. Image: Brielle Anya. 3. Precious Lee share on Vogue : “If you have a large body and colored skin, you can still wear underwear or bathing suits”. Precious Lee is the first plus-size model of African descent to appear in the September 2015 issue of Vogue . A year later, she continued to make history when she appeared on Sports Illustrated . Lee became the first black plus-size model to pose for this popular swimsuit magazine. Image: Versace. 4. Philomena Kwao She is one of the most expensive plus-size models in the world. Kwao appeared in many advertising campaigns of Lane Bryant, Estée Lauder, Swimsuits For All. The long legs of Ghanaian origin entered the modeling contest in 2012. Soon after, her name appeared in the magazine articles Essence, Cosmopolitan UK, Pride . In 2013, Philomena Kwao signed a contract with Ford Models, officially entering the international modeling village. Image: Philomena Kwao. 5. Akon Adichol bring a new breeze to the fashion industry. Her distinctive appearance helps her to attract attention. Adichol on magazine cover Vogue Italy September 2020 issue with many articles about high fashion. She spreads positivity far beyond fashion. Along with modeling, Adichol works as a representative of a global community organization. She contributes to providing access to education for children living in poverty, affected by war or conflict. Image: Akon Adichol. 6. Enam Asiama on the list of leading models in the plus size fashion industry. She participated in promotional campaigns for Rodarte x Universal Standard and Sephora. Besides, Asiama has influence on social networks. The female model creates some interesting content and attracts attention with magazine articles. Image: Enam Asiama. 7. A nita Marshall magazine photo shoot Sports Illustrated and plus size clothing brand – 11 Honoré. She actively works in the field of plus size fashion. Marshall is expected to shine with a beauty campaign. Image: Anita Marshall. 8. Candice Sabiduria modeling since she was a toddler. Throughout her career, Sabiduria has faced two different opinions. One side said that she was too big for a typical model. The other side commented that she was too small to be an oversized model. Candice Sabiduria’s naturally curly hair is also difficult to accept. Despite the difficulties, the female model strives to pursue her own path. Sabiduria used to work with hair cosmetics brand CurlBox, fashion house Aeropostale. She also launched her own skin care cosmetics brand. Image: Candice Sabiduria. 9. Arame Fall Build personal pages like artwork gallery. In the photos, she shows off her flawless skin and amazing figure. Arame Fall models regularly for fashion houses Savage x Fenty, Good American and 11 Honoré. Long legs of color also appear in the work Black Is King by Beyoncé. Image: Arame Fall. ten. Chloe Véro has an impressive and promising career. She participated in the advertising campaigns of Olay, Everlane and H&M. Véro also modeled for Prabal Gurung fashion house Tommy Hilfiger. Through her personal page, Chloe Véro brings many useful work experiences. She shares the secret of success as an oversized black model. Image: Chloe Vero. Models are sought after even though they do not have an impressive height Kate Moss, Emily Ratajkowski or Hailey Bieber became bright names in the fashion industry.

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