Paloma Elsesser and Sora Choi were awarded"Model Of The Year", looking back at 2020. Photo composite: AFP, OmegaThe fashion industry may finally be catching up with the reality of its customers, having just elected Paloma Elsesser"Model Of The Year 2020," with all this represents in terms of inclusiveness and diversity.The revolution seems to be well and truly underway, with Sora Choi also awarded the title.
But it was at the end of the year that the American model made the most headlines, as she appeared on one of the four covers offor its January 2021 issue. A crowning moment for anyone who goes into the modeling professions. This year, Elsesser appeared on the cover of a multitude of fashion magazines, but she also made a name for herself on the runways.
While Elsesser has won the hearts of the industry voters, it's South Korean model Sora Choi who has captured the hearts of the public.The young woman, who this year posed and walked the runway for houses such as Saint Laurent, Louis Vuitton, Stella McCartney, Burberry, and Prada, is also turning the page on conventional notions of beauty.