Browsing tag

Markus Schenkenberg

The dilemma of local male models

By Rebecca Kabaya

In the 1970s, well known international models Kate Moss and the famous Tyra Banks became some of the household names, taking the catwalk by storm in heron chick fashion shows across the globe. From being mere aspiring and ordinary ladies, they found themselves dining at the top end, attending endless parties, revelling in rich trappings associated with modelling.

Years later, an avalanche of men took an interest in the ramp, diluting the feminine space that had been a preserve for women.