Alex Consani Reflects On Being the First Trans Model to Walk In a Victoria's Secret Fashion Show
Alex Consani made history a couple weeks ago while walking in the 2024 Victoria’s Secret Fashion Show.
The 21-year-old model was the first Trans model to walk in the show, followed by Valentino Sampaio moments later.
In a new magazine interview, Alex looked back on that historic moment, drawing inspiration from Trans models before her and being aware of what her hyper-visibility means.
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“That was a really impactful moment,” she told Teen Vogue for the October cover story. “It’s crazy, though, because I didn’t even realize I was the first to walk until after I walked the show. I thought that Valentina had already walked a while ago, so having that in my mind took the pressure away.”
“At this level, [there] haven’t been any references,” Alex added. “It’s really impactful to be [among] the first [to walk for Victoria's Secret] because I’m able to take the hate. If I get called out for something, but it’s something that I truly and morally believe in, I have absolutely no problem with it.”
She also opened up about getting inspiration from those who have come before her.
“I came into fashion at a time when people were looking for a space for diversity. I’ve talked to so many of the great trans models like Dominique Jackson and Connie Fleming,” Alex said. “Their experiences were so crazy. Hearing how much they had to push the barriers for me to be where I am today, I could never compare my situation to theirs.”
Alex adds that she wants to use her voice to advocate for others.
“There’s more we can do,” she says. “And it starts with fostering a conversation. It’s scary, though, because if you talk about the need for diversity to someone in power, they might X you out and say, ‘Well, if you’re upset then we’ll just make sure you’re not included.’ And that’s not how it should be.”
“Fashion, now more than ever, values a voice. If you have the ability to use your voice, then you have to use it.”
Earlier this week, Alex stepped out for the CFDA Fashion Awards and landed on our best dressed list!