The TV and fashion industries are slowly opening their doors to different kinds of beauty, including transgender celebrities. Some parts of the world, it seems, are finally more accepting of the unconventional — from plus-size models to trans-woman stars.
Here are five transgender women in TV and fashion who all have great styles:
1. Andreja Pejic: Pioneering Androgyny in High Fashion
Born Andrej Pejic, this Australian model walked for Jean Paul Gaultier’s runways and became the symbol for fashion androgyny on the catwalk because of her look.
Andreja Pejic exudes elegance in a chic satin dress and bold choker necklace (Credit: Andreja Pejic’s Instagram)
After reassignment surgery in 2014, Andreja publicly came out as a transgender woman and continued her modeling career.
Andreja Pejic is a renowned Australian transgender model known for breaking barriers in the fashion industry (Credit: WENN)
She recently landed a major contract with cosmetics brand Make Up For Ever, making her the first-ever trans model to be the face of a beauty campaign.
Andreja Pejic dazzles in a sheer black dress with lace-up heels at the GLAAD Media Awards at the Waldorf Astoria in Manhattan, New York City, on May 10, 2015 (Credit: WENN)
2. Laverne Cox: Transgender Advocate and TV Icon
Laverne Cox is a groundbreaking actress and activist, best known for her role in ‘Orange Is the New Black’ and her advocacy for transgender rights (Credit: WENN)
Laverne Cox of Orange Is the New Black has become the face of transgender women in TV shows with her portrayal of Sophia Burset. She advocates for the transgender community and is often very outspoken about her views.
Regarding style, Laverne prefers classic dresses and gowns on the red carpet.
Laverne Cox radiates elegance in a burgundy satin dress at the GLAAD Media Awards at the Waldorf Astoria in Manhattan on May 10, 2015 (Credit: WENN)
3. Geena Rocero: Champion for Transgender Rights and Fashion Model
Geena Rocero is a transgender model and activist known for her work in advocating for gender rights and her striking presence in the fashion industry (Credit: WENN)
Geena Rocero is a transgender model who was discovered in a New York restaurant when she was 21. As the founder of the Gender Proud group, Geena speaks up and fights for the rights of transgender people all over the world.
Geena Rocero stunned in an intricate lace and striped gown at the Keep a Child Alive Black Ball in Manhattan on October 31, 2014 (Credit: WENN)
4. Isis King: From America’s Next Top Model to Fashion Star
Isis King is a trailblazing transgender model and actress known for her groundbreaking appearance on America’s Next Top Model and her ongoing advocacy for LGBTQ+ rights (Credit: Isis King’s Instagram)
Isis King’s claim to fame was her stint on America’s Next Top Model. Although she may not have won the show, her modeling career skyrocketed after she left.
Because of her ANTM experience, Isis remains one of the few trans women who have had excellent TV exposure. Isis now models for various big fashion brands, including American Apparel.
Isis King stuns in a sheer black blouse and flared skirt at the GLAAD Media Awards in New York on September 12, 2013 (Credit: WENN)
5. Caitlyn Jenner: Transforming from Olympian to Style Icon
Caitlyn Jenner, formerly known as Bruce Jenner, nearly broke the Internet when she finally appeared on the cover of Vanity Fair.
The 65-year-old reality star and former Olympian earned major praise from the public for her brave decision to be her true self. It seems like everyone else is loving her new style, too. While the old Bruce may not be all that fashionable, Caitlyn is one stylish lady!
Caitlyn Jenner showcases versatile style from a casual airport look to a glamorous red carpet gown, posing with Andreja Pejic (Credit: WENN)