As the fashion industry works to diversify itself, one name in particular continues to make headlines: Hari Nef. The tall, brunette beauty was the first openly transgender woman to be signed by IMG and has so far found herself on the pages of Vogue, starring in the show Transparent, and, most recently, walking the Gucci runway.
Since this is no doubt only the beginning for Hari, it's time you get to know her. Read on for 14 facts about this model on the rise, then check out more LGBTQ fashion stars you should start following now.
Here she is walking in Hood by Air.
It was history making, to say the least!
She strutted her stuff in a gender-neutral red look.
Which was great, since Hari's a social media pro. Follow her on Instagram at @harinef.
Hari's birthday is Oct. 21, 1992, meaning she's got a long career ahead of her!
Proving she's got modeling and acting skills.
And yes, she's sitting next to Jemima Kirke from Girls.
Here she is walking with fellow models Alina Baikova and Andreja Pejic.
The two were there for a screening of The Danish Girl during the White House's Champions of Change event.
Like Gucci's furry slip-ons.
Watch out, world. Here comes Hari!