Featured celebrity model

Winnie Harlow

Winnie Harlow

Winnie Harlow

Model | Activist | Entrepreneur

Why Winnie Harlow?

  • Authenticity: She broke barriers as one of the first mainstream models with vitiligo and continues to redefine beauty standards.

  • Cultural Impact: Winnie is a vocal advocate for self-love and inclusivity in fashion and media.

  • Festival Vibes: Her bold style, high-energy presence, and Caribbean heritage (Jamaican-Canadian) resonate with the vibrant, unapologetic energy of Orange Crush.

  • Entrepreneurship: Founder of Cay Skin, she balances modeling with building a beauty empire—perfect for a CRUSH Magazine empowerment theme.

🌟 MODEL SPOTLIGHT: WINNIE HARLOW

Redefining Beauty, Empowering Generations

Winnie Harlow, born Chantelle Whitney Brown-Young on July 27, 1994, in Mississauga, Ontario, Canada, is a trailblazing Jamaican-Canadian model and public spokesperson known for her distinctive skin condition, vitiligo. Diagnosed at the age of four, she faced bullying and isolation during her youth, which led to her dropping out of high school. However, she transformed these challenges into a platform for empowerment and change.

✨ Breaking Barriers in Fashion

Winnie’s modeling career gained significant attention after her participation in the 21st cycle of “America’s Next Top Model” in 2014. Although she did not win, her unique look and strong personality caught the eye of the fashion world. She became the first model with vitiligo to walk in the Victoria’s Secret Fashion Show in 2018 and has appeared in campaigns for major brands like Fendi, Marc Jacobs, Tommy Hilfiger, and Nike.

💪 Advocacy and Entrepreneurship

Beyond modeling, Winnie is a passionate advocate for self-acceptance and inclusivity. She has spoken openly about her experiences with vitiligo, aiming to inspire others to embrace their uniqueness. In March 2022, she launched her own skincare line, Cay Skin, focusing on sun protection products suitable for all skin tones, inspired by her personal experiences with sun sensitivity due to vitiligo.

🎤 Cultural Impact

Winnie’s influence extends into popular culture. She appeared in Beyoncé’s visual album “Lemonade” in 2016 and has been featured in music videos for artists like Eminem and Shakira. Her presence in these projects underscores her role as a symbol of diversity and empowerment in the entertainment industry.

🏆 Recognition and Personal Life

Winnie’s contributions have been recognized globally; she was named one of the BBC’s 100 Women in 2018. In her personal life, she became engaged to NBA player Kyle Kuzma in February 2025, marking a new chapter in her journey.

Winnie Harlow’s story is one of resilience, innovation, and empowerment. Her commitment to redefining beauty standards and advocating for inclusivity resonates deeply with the values of the Orange Crush Festival. She exemplifies how embracing one’s uniqueness can lead to groundbreaking achievements and inspire countless others.