Erin O’Connor — The Elegant One

Erin O’Connor was born February 9, 1978 in Brownhills, West Midlands, England. She is regarded by Karl Lagerfeld as one of the world’s best models.

She has been featured in: Vogue, W, Elle, Harper’s Bazaar, Harpers & Queen, i-D, and Visionaire.

Erin O’Connor has walked the runway for: John Galliano, Christian Dior, Donna Karan, Prada, Versace, Miu Miu, Jasper Conran, Giorgio Armani, Julien Macdonald, Jean-Paul Gaultier, Chado Ralph Rucci, Badgley Mischka, and Dolce & Gabbana.

She has been featured in campaigns for: Chanel, Jean Paul Gaultier, Ellen Tracy, and Marks and Spencer.

Erin O’Connor In Person:

Erin O’Connor Quotes:

“I’ve been on both sides: the victim and the villain. I was the victimised model, and everything from my weight to my fertility was held up for discussion. And then I was the person that could garner some kind of positive outcome, by taking on the role of vice chairman of the British Fashion Council and becoming an activist of body image.”

“I am concerned about ageism and the loss of beauty — the perception that as you grow older, you ‘lose your looks,’ which I think is diabolical.”

“I have two curiosity cabinets at home filled with finds from jumble sales, markets and my travels. My favourite piece is a voodoo mask from just outside Cape Town.”

Notable Work:

Chanel, Jean Paul Gaultier, Ellen Tracy, and Marks and Spencer

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