Natalia Bryant, the daughter of late basketball legend Kobe Bryant, is set to make her runway debut. Ahead of her big moment, she sought advice from several well-known models including Gigi Hadid and Amelia Hamlin.
The 18-year-old aspiring model has been making waves in the fashion industry. After signing with IMG Models, she appeared in several high-profile campaigns and made her magazine cover debut for Teen Vogue earlier this year. Now, she is preparing to walk the runway for the very first time.
To ensure she was well-prepared, Natalia sought guidance from experienced models who have already established successful careers.
Gigi, known for her successful modeling career and frequent appearances on runways around the world, responded with words of encouragement. She advised Natalia to "walk slow, gaze and make them [the audience] look at you and make eye contact." Gigi's advice focused on exuding confidence and commanding attention on the runway.
In addition to Gigi Hadid, Natalia also reached out to Amelia Hamlin for guidance.
Natalia expressed her gratitude towards Gigi and Amelia, thanking them for their support and guidance. She posted screenshots of her conversations with the models and captioned it, "Thank you for the amazing advice and taking your time to answer me."
Natalia's decision to seek advice from experienced models highlights her commitment to learning and growing in the fashion industry.
Natalia has proven herself to be a rising star in the fashion world. Her upcoming runway debut is a significant milestone in her modeling career. With the advice and support of Gigi Hadid, Amelia Hamlin, and many others in the industry, Natalia is well on her way to making a successful transition from a promising model to an established one.