We’re in a new era where Black people are now occupying every area of fashion and beyond where Black models have become activists fighting for body inclusivity. Precious Lee tells the story of her journey plus we take a closer look at the Black Models using their platforms to spark social change within the fashion industry. Highlighted are the lingering effects of racism, the impact of the Black Lives Matter movement and the pandemic upon fashion. Also covered are the changes over time around awareness of body positivity, diversity and inclusion, influencer culture, and social media. We also look at the Black In Fashion Council and how it’s helped facilitate Black photographers, Black models, and more. Paloma Elsesser discusses her first Vogue cover and we hear from Iman, Anna Wintour, Poppy Ajudha, Joan Smalls, Zendaya, Aweng Chuol, and many more as they discuss the state of the industry and where it’s headed - as well as the impact of colorism. Music Featured: “Wake Me Up” Written by Frederik Helmut Wiedmann, Gemma Hyesu Wiedmann Performed by Emily Jaye Courtesy of MicDrop “All Love” Written by Randolph Newman, Myles Morales Performed by Myles Williams & Titus Courtesy of MicDrop “Drastic Measure” Written by Randolph Newman, Myles Morales Performed by Myles Williams & Titus Courtesy of MicDrop “Black Joy. Black Peace. Black Justice” Written and performed by Poppy Ajudha Courtesy of Poppy Ajudha “Better Blues” Written by Kevin Toulson, Jr, Payton Augustus Long, Rodney Roy Jerkins Performed by Stam Goody Courtesy of Raedio “QueenDom Come” Written by Joshua Devon Walker Performed by JD Walker Courtesy of Beatclub 0:00 The Black Renaissance 1:42 Precious Lee’s Story 4:47 Model Activism 8:48 The Black In Fashion Council 10:57 Black Photographers 13:16 Aweng Chuol & Fenty 17:20 Black Representation Explodes 20:22 Inclusivity 21:47 Looking Forward