Model and activist Teddy Quinlivan shares her thoughts and experiences on being transgender in the fashion industry

Boston native Theodora &quot;Teddy&quot; Quinlivan got her big break in 2015 when she was discovered by none other than Nicolas Ghesqui&egrave;re, Louis Vuitton&#39;s forward-thinking creative director. Since then, the model&#39;s star has risen exponentially: not only is she a regular fixture on the catwalks and in campaigns, but she has also gained recognition for her work championing LGBTQ+ rights.&nbsp;

Quinlivan <a href="https://www.lofficielsingapore.com/Culture/transexual-model-and-activist-teddy-quinlivan">came out publicly as transgender</a> in 2017, using her role in fashion as a platform to raise awareness on trans rights and to encourage enlightening dialogue, because even though it is a frequent topic in the media, there are few voices with so much volume. Here, she reflects on being transgender in the fashion industry, and&nbsp;who continues to inspire her.&nbsp;

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Have you always wanted to be a model?&nbsp;

It was never my dream to be a model because I never thought anyone like me could be one. I wasn&#39;t particularly pretty or special, and besides, I&#39;m transgender. I never had any hope of being a model, but here I am.

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What kind of reaction did you get when you came out as transgender?&nbsp;

I was very surprised to see how everyone around me supported my transition, and I&#39;m very grateful that so many people have shared how my story changed their perspective on rights and the trans experience.

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Who inspired you?

I was inspired by the proud trans women who came before me, such as Brazilian model Lea T and Laverne Cox.

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Do you think you&#39;re an inspiration to others?

I hope I can be&nbsp;an inspiration to anyone who wants to live a more honest and real life, and this applies not only to&nbsp;trans people, but everyone.

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Do you think fashion is open to this movement?&nbsp;

I think fashion is definitely open. There have been many steps the industry has taken to be more inclusive. Trans and LGBTQ+ people are getting more representation than ever. But we have to keep up the fight!

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