AOC is delighted to see Rafael Pavarotti’s [IG] Black beauty fashion story for the September 2024 issue of Perfect Magazine [IG]. With Edward Enninful no longer at British Vogue, Anne has had significant concerns about exactly what happens to fashion stories of this caliber and excellence. More than once in recent years, AOC has said that only brands can afford to underwrite these editorials.

In the case of these exquisite images for Perfect, we can thank Prada, described as ‘Red-Hot’ on the cover in the story styled by George Krakowiak. / Hair by Ali Pirzadeh; makeup by Chiao Li Hsu

The lineup of Black talent and artistry includes Aker Ajak, Alexander Acquah, Bangali Drammeh, Gabriel Nhial, Leah Simon, Manyuon Deng, Nyadora Jany, Nyakong Chan, Nyanderi Deng, Rejoice Chuol, Seyi Adumati and Yar Aguer. We may be missing one model after spending 20 minutes on Instagram, trying to track down the complete model cast.

AOC is very actively promoting similar treatment for models reflecting people who are from or descended from Latin American countries, including decendants of African slaves in Brazil. Our focus does not stop there because AOC has always been devoted to telling the facts and stories of our shared humanity.