Alex Consani is making history again. The model and TeenVogue cover star was just named Model of the Year at the British Fashion Council Fashion Awards 2024, held at the Royal Albert Hall in London.

“I am the first trans woman to win this award!” she exclaimed in her speech. “But I can’t accept this award without thanking those who came before me, especially the black trans women who really fought for the space that I have.” “I’m here today – Dominique Jackson, Connie Fleming, Aaron Rose Phillips and countless others who have fought for the space that allows me to thrive today.” She also thanked her parents for their support and encouraged other parents of trans children to support her. “Change is more than possible; “It is necessary,” she concluded to thunderous applause.

For the event, Consani wore a corset dress with Union Jack draping designed by Dilara Findikoglu. (Accordingly fashionthe look came about via DM).

LONDON, ENGLAND – DECEMBER 2: Alex Consani attends the 2024 Fashion Awards presented by Pandora at the Royal Albert Hall on December 2, 2024 in London, England. (Photo by Dave Benett/Getty Images)Dave Bennett/Getty Images

The model is no stranger to breaking barriers in the fashion industry. Not only was she the first trans woman to be nominated in this category at the BFC, but she was also one of the first two trans women to walk the red carpet at the Victoria’s Secret Fashion Show in October. At the Teen Vogue Summit in November, she talked about how she’s navigated an industry that’s lagging behind when it comes to true inclusion. “The more I work, the more I realize the lack of representation we need. “It pushes me to work harder,” she said. “I’m friends with a lot of women who are great at their jobs, but they get pushed to the side.”

Sandy Aziz also reported on Alex Consani’s historic victory.