Ellie goldstein

Ellie Goldstein made history as the first model with Down's syndrome to feature in major campaigns. Now, at 21, she is also a student, homeowner and the author of Against All Odds.

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Ellie Goldstein’s unapologetic ownership of her personal authenticity is something rather special. Not only does she live within a space that is true to her every being, but she single-handedly reassures anybody lucky enough to come into contact with her that they too should feel unique — because they are. The 19-year-old British model, who owns her Down syndrome with great pride, exploded onto the international stage and has earned her places on magazine covers, in clothing reserved for…

Zebedee Management collaborates with the #RadicalBeautyProject on their first ever group shoot for #WDSD. All the models featured have #DownSyndrome, and look every inch the #Supermodels they are. When it comes to Down syndrome, most people are so prejudiced (for many reasons, and we aim at challenging these reasons in the process) that they can’t see the forest for the trees and keep these very capable individuals back, in the shadows preferably.

She recently appeared in a historic beauty campaign. But this British model has long been challenging perceptions just by being herself. In our latest digital cover story, the 18-year-old, who has Down syndrome, talked with Allure about her message to the industry on the vital importance of inclusivity.

Powerful. Aspirational. Chic. From runways to galleries, stadiums to television screens, a vanguard of Disabled talent is changing perspectives and evolving industries.

‘Be confident about yourself and what you can achieve.’

Gucci model Ellie Goldstein. Choose to challenge: Tempus looks at eight trailblazing women ahead of International Women's Day

The model, who has Down Syndrome, was scouted through a social media initiative.