In this episode of Coffee with Yvonne, Yvonne sits down with long-time friend and friend of the pod, professional makeup artist Bianca Perez, to explore the realities of the fashion and beauty industry. They reflect on their early careers in marketing, PR, and beauty, sharing the surprises, lessons, and eye-opening experiences that shaped them. Together, they unpack the Netflix docuseries on America’s Next Top Model, separating the on-screen glamour from behind-the-scenes reality, discussing constructed beauty standards, branding strategies, and what it really takes to work in the industry.
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Takeaways
- How the "Top Model" franchise shaped perceptions of beauty from the 2000s to today
- The impact of reality TV on modeling careers and industry accountability
- The significance of staying true to your principles in a competitive field
- How social media is transforming casting, branding, and representation
- The importance of authenticity and resilience for creators and models
- Future trends: plus-size modeling, ethnic diversity, and image standards
Episode Chapters
- 00:00 Intro
- 03:36 Reflections on America's Next Top Model
- 06:12 Reality tv the evolution of Beauty & the Fashion Industry
- 09:00 The Role of Tyra Banks and Production
- 11:40 The Role of Production in Top Model
- 12:38 Mr. J and Miss J and their Role in Top Model
- 14:26 Tyra and Her Role as EP
- 17:12 The Aftermath of Winning Top Model
- 18:49 Working in the Industry and the Pressure to Conform
- 26:07 The Complexities of Ethnicity in Fashion
- 28:42 Eva the Diva
- 29:56 Early Days of Reality TV
- 31:20 Reality TV's Impact on the Fashion Landscape
- 32:42 Reality TV and the Role in Protecting Contestants
- 34:52 Fashion Industry Then vs. Now
- 38:28 Closing
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