“Embrace change. Change is the most consistent force in our lives.”
Avie went through what they describe as their own “metamorphosis”: shedding their old life and the people who had held them back, as well as rejecting their prescribed gender identity. Chucking in their job in a sports bar, they headed to NYC with zero contacts in their phone and three suitcases in their hands. At the time, Avie was expected back within two weeks. Four years later, there’s little chance of that.
The 23-year-old is now one of the leading androgynous stars in the fashion industry. Counting some of the world’s biggest designers as friends, and modelling on many of the grandest runways around. Avie lives freely. Without restrictions. And takes care to be selective about their work — allowing regular breaks to focus on mindfulness.
The 23-year-old is now one of the leading androgynous stars in the fashion industry. Counting some of the world’s biggest designers as friends, and modelling on many of the grandest runways around. Avie lives freely. Without restrictions. And takes care to be selective about their work — allowing regular breaks to focus on mindfulness.
“Toughness used to be an outward expression of rigidity, form and aggression. Now it speaks to the spirit within.”
Avie sees change as a powerful tool people have at their disposal. And has advice for anyone looking to reshape their life or struggling with their surroundings or identity.
“Start with small changes. Limit the number you make. Give your mind and body time to adjust, for the planted seeds to break soil.”
In Avie’s case, change was vital, not just their own wellbeing, but because it carved a path for others to follow suit. Avie’s very presence on the catwalk challenges society’s idea of gender and paves the way for more alternative models in future.
Change-makers like Avie are the ones ripping up the status quo.
“Start with small changes. Limit the number you make. Give your mind and body time to adjust, for the planted seeds to break soil.”
In Avie’s case, change was vital, not just their own wellbeing, but because it carved a path for others to follow suit. Avie’s very presence on the catwalk challenges society’s idea of gender and paves the way for more alternative models in future.
Change-makers like Avie are the ones ripping up the status quo.
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