I started modeling when I was - not older, but not 12. I have a mom who's a feminist, she's an English professor, an intellectual. She really gave me the equipment to understand that you can celebrate yourself without putting yourself down or needing to apologize for the way you look. I think that attitude is really crucial for a model.
Emily RatajkowskiA selfie is a sort of interesting way to reclaim the gaze, right? You're looking at yourself and taking a photo while looking at everyone.
Emily RatajkowskiI basically had the same body when I was 14 and that was weird. But I think I had really good parents. I got really lucky.
Emily RatajkowskiBeing part of a patriarchal society, it kind of helped me figure out what I was all about.
Emily Ratajkowski