Olympian Breaks Barriers By Modeling Mens Clothing
Olympic gold medalist turned supermodel, Yara Hani, is breaking the traditional gender boundaries by confidently strutting down a catwalk in menswear.
Yara Hani found success in swimming in the 2016 Summer Olympics, where she won three medals: two gold and one silver. After officially retiring from competitive swimming, Yara decided to take on the fashion industry. She has been modeling professionally for over two years now, and her work is gaining global attention thanks to her advocacy of gender equality.
Yara is proud to be an inspiration to young women. She has said in several interviews that her goal is to show the world that “Gender is a social construct and it doesn’t define who we are.” She also believes that men too, should feel empowered to pursue any and all opportunities, regardless of how they are labeled in society.
Yara’s Accomplishments
- 3 Olympic medals (2 gold and 1 silver)
- Featured on the cover of Vogue, Harper’s Bazaar, GQ, and Elle magazines
- Runway shows in Milan, Paris, and London
- Photoshoots for major brands like Dolce&Gabbana, Burberry, and Adidas
Yara Hani’s message of equality and self-acceptance has gained her lots of fans and admirers from around the globe. This model is slowly becoming a household name, and we can’t wait to see all the amazing accomplishments she has yet to achieve!