This past Thursday, Indigenous model QuannahChasinghorse served as one of the honorary co-chairs of the 2023 Green Carpet Fashion Awards in New York City. Here, a closer look into the model's GCFA's:
, Chasinghorse was recognized for her own activism work, specifically around how she’s defended Alaska’s Arctic National Wildlife Refuge). “Some of my favorite moments was being in community with other activists and land protectors,” says Chasinghorse. “My work can feel isolating, and nights like this gives me hope because I’m reminded that I’m not alone in this fight to protect Mother Earth.
On the red carpet, meanwhile, Chasinghorse’s look for the evening—styled by Ali Mullen—combined her love of vintage fashion with Indigenous flair.
Given Indigenous design has always been rooted in sustainability—often using elements from the earth in intentional, non-wasteful ways—Chasinghorse says representing her cultural fashion was the perfect choice for the spirit of the night, which celebrated eco-minded practices. “Indigenous designers are champions at making sure nothing is wasted, and finding a way to incorporate sustainability and beauty in an elegant way by working with earth elements,” says Chasinghorse.
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