Protect That Walk!: Model Law

Lets face it, without seeing an article of clothing worn on an actual person, the chance of buying said article of clothing is extremely low. From the OGs like Iman and Kate Moss to new age models like Bella Hadid and Adut Akech, models hold a very important, and necessary, place in the fashion industry.  Although their life is full of glitz and glamour, traveling all across the world dressed in the most expensive pieces, at the end of the day, they are employees. And just like an employee at a Fortune 500 company, models have rights and protection that save them from exploitation and different issues that the fashion industry face working with models. 

Although this is only part 1, we will be taking a look at a few key issues including their protection under New York state law, proposed federal legislation and model releases. More recently,  U.S legislation has taken a stance toward appreciating and protecting the fashion industry- fashion models included. 

by Grace Obi-Azuike