Black girl Quote by Jodie Turner-Smith
“When I first started in modeling, I went back to England, and it was really hard, because I would go around to the agencies and they would be like, 'We already have one mixed-race black girl.'”
About This Quote
Source Interview: Fashion Magazine, 2020
Early career challenges stem from industry bias and limited representation, making it hard to break in.
In simple terms: Industry bias makes entry tough.
Key Takeaway
Seek diverse representation.
Themes
bias
representation
career
Mood
frustrated
determined
Type
personal
industry
When to use this quote
- modeling auditions
- agency meetings
- networking events
Key Concepts
fashion industry
racial diversity
Questions to Reflect On
- How can agencies broaden their talent pool?
- What steps can models take to overcome bias?
A Different Perspective
Success depends on changing systemic attitudes.
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