In the midst of back-to-back fashion weeks, Gigi Hadid took time to post something to social media that caught our attention.
What made her post so special was that one could tell her emotions were raw and genuine.
Without too much talk from us, let’s get to what Gigi had to say about her body image and modeling…
So many people are so quick to comment negative opinions this month. Yes, judgment on social media comes from people who, 99% of the time have no idea what they’re talking about, but I’m human, and I’m not going to lie, I did let the negativity get to me a little…
I came to a realization that when one gets to this point, it’s important to rethink why you’re doing what you do. What your message is. What you have to say.
No, I don’t have the same body type as the other models in shows.
No, I don’t think I’m the best at any given show.
Yes, I want to have a unique walk but I also know I have to improve.
No, I’m not the first or the last model of my type in this industry.
You can make up all the reasons you think I am where I am, but really, I’m a hard worker that’s confident in myself, one that came at a time where the fashion industry was ready for a change.
I’m just doing my job. I represent a body image that wasn’t accepted in high-fashion before, and I’m very lucky to be supported by the designers, stylists and editors that I am: ones that know this is fashion, it’s art; it can never stay the same.
It’s 2015.
But if you’re not one of those people, don’t take your anger out on me. Yes, I have boobs, I have abs, I have a butt, I have thighs, but I’m not asking for special treatment. I’m fitting into the sample sizes. Your mean comments don’t make me want to change my body, they don’t make me want to say no to the designers that ask me to be in their shows, and they definitely don’t change the designers opinions of me. If they want me in their show, I’m in it; if they don’t, I’m not. That’s just how it is and how it will be. If you don’t like it, don’t follow me, don’t watch me, cause I’m not going anywhere. If I didn’t have the body I do, I wouldn’t have the career I do. I love that I can be sexy. I’m proud of it.
I’ve said it before…
I hope everyone gets to a place in their life where they’d rather talk about the things that inspire them over the things that bring others down. At least be open if not part of the change, because it’s undeniably happening.
Happy PFW xx G
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Well said, Gigi!
Stay strong and confident with yourself – there will always be those looking to bring others down.
And, with that said, we’ll leave you with this shot of Gigi..
Until next time…