Winnie Harlow and Ashley Graham storm the catwalk at Matty Bovan’s London Fashion Week show in bright dresses
Winnie Harlow and Ashley Graham kicked things off in style as they modeled Matty Bovan’s upcoming collection for London Fashion Week on Saturday.
The 29-year-old catwalk queen made an impressive appearance as she stepped out with dramatic makeup that included her eyes rimmed in a bold blue.
The colors matched the fashion star’s colorful runway outfit perfectly as she was seen strutting in a patterned dress with dramatic textures and layers.
Winnie paired it with tonal tights and pink lace-up sandals.
The eccentric exhibition showcased some of the designs for Matty Bovan’s Spring/Summer 2024 collection, while guests viewed Tanqueray No. TEN joined us to experience the new collection in a secret front row and present a short film at the same time.
An eye-catcher: Designer Matty Bovan saw his upcoming collection brought to life by the likes of Winnie Harlow at his Spring/Summer 2024 show at London Fashion Week on Saturday
All eyes were on her: Ashley Graham, 35, made an impressive appearance as she stepped out with a dramatic makeup look that saw her hair and eyes dyed blue
The Central Saint Martins knitwear graduate has previously worked with fashion houses Louis Vuitton, Marc Jacobs and Miu Miu.
Winnie, who first rose to fame on season 21 of America’s Next Top Model, looked sensational in Bovan’s upcoming collection and exuded confidence while modeling the very striking look.
She was diagnosed with vitiligo when she was around four years old and became a spokesperson for the condition, commenting frequently on the topic.
Despite her insecurities as a child, the starlet didn’t let the illness hold her back and is considered one of the most sought-after models of today.
In an interview with Cosmopolitan magazine, she recalled: “Kids called me a cow and mooed at me.” I remember sitting at my window wishing to the stars that my skin condition would go away.
“Everyone asks me what the turning point was, but I just bothered to focus on my opinion of myself.” I thought: Wait, I don’t think I’m ugly – I think I’m beautiful . So where did the idea that it wasn’t me come from? From someone else.’
The beauty was joined on the catwalk by fellow model Ashley, 35, who also created the distinctive look.
Ashley wore a floral print dress with a belt that clinched her waist and a statement multi-colored piece that wrapped around her.
Standout: The colors matched the fashion star’s runway outfit perfectly as she modeled a vibrantly patterned wrap skirt with contrasting colors
Bold look: Winnie and Ashleigh were joined on the runway by a number of other models who also worked in standout ensembles
Beauties: They walked the catwalk in different colors and textures and wore eye makeup in similar colors
She finished off with printed blue tights and leopard print heels.
The body positive model has always been open about her own body image struggles, once admitting that she was separated and verbally abused because of her weight.
Aware that body image issues will always be a topic to talk about, Ashley told Today Parents, “Not a day goes by that I don’t experience this.” [body image] Discussion with someone else or myself.’
Eye-catcher: The eccentric exhibition presented some designs from the spring/summer 2024 collection by fashion designer Matty Bovan
Photo credit: Bovan has previously worked with fashion houses Louis Vuitton, Marc Jacobs and Miu Miu
She added: “Plus, just being a woman and being in the fashion industry – being an ‘influencer’ and being on social media – is a constant.”
The former America’s Next Top Model judge has three children with her husband, videographer Justin Ervin.
The couple have been married for thirteen years after meeting in church in 2009.
After giving birth to her first son Isaac in January 2020, the successful model and television personality gave birth to twins Malachi and Roman a year later.