The model, who is also known for her work on 'American Horror Story', walks the runway and presents the work by Carrie Hammer at the fashion show.
- Feb 13, 2015
AceShowbiz - Jamie Brewer has become the first model with Down Syndrome who walks the runway at New York Fashion Week. Brewer, who is also known for her acting work in "American Horror Story", took part in a presentation by Carrie Hammer on Thursday, February 12. As a part of the designer's "Role Models Not Runway Models" show, Brewer presented a black dress with A-line cut and wore a pair of nude-colored shoes.
In an interview with USA Today, Hammer explained that all clothes presented that day were especially made for the models. "Jamie has this beautiful figure with a small waist. A-lines really compliment that," the designer said of the piece worn by Brewer.
Make-Up Time by @NYIBeauty for @carriehammer #RoleModelsNotRunwayModels #FashionShow #NYFashionWeek pic.twitter.com/GwU1lFbw1U
— Jamie Brewer (@MsJamieBrewer) February 12, 2015Hair Time Now by @NYIBeauty @carriehammer #RoleModelsNotRunwayModels #NYFashionWeek pic.twitter.com/cvigZMG97S
— Jamie Brewer (@MsJamieBrewer) February 12, 2015She additionally shared what she thought about the dress. "It's amazing, it's really neat. Many women have many sides to their personality, this dress fits...mine," she explained. "I am honored to be in it."
Hammer first debuted the "Role Models Not Runway Models" show last year. The campaign features inspiring women from various fields including CEOs, executives, activist and actresses.
