France faces fashion 'white-out'

The video discusses a Paris audition by the Elite modeling agency, where only 12 out of 500 hopefuls are selected. It highlights the additional challenges faced by black models, who are often expected to meet higher beauty standards. Despite the emergence of black models 30 years ago, the industry has become less diverse, with a preference for models from Russia and Eastern Europe. Agencies like Marilyn in Paris acknowledge the lack of diversity and demand for colored models. Amacan, a successful black model, shares her story to inspire others, showing that perseverance can lead to success regardless of race.

How does the experience of the 17-year-old Amacan reflect on the representation of black models?

What reasons do black girls give for not participating in modeling auditions according to the text?