Celebrating Diversity: The Best 6 Diverse Ads of 2016

When it comes to diversity and inclusion, 2016 was a year of both highs and lows in the fashion world. Let’s revisit the past year and celebrate the best 6 diverse ads of 2016. TG Voice Therapy, a transgender voice training provider in Los Angeles, shares the story.

The New Face of Mansur Gavriel: Hari Nef

Transgender actress, activist, and model Hari Nef became the designer brand Mansur Gavriel’s first campaign star. Nef also graced the covers of four major magazines in 2016.

An Everlasting Icon for Aigner: Iris Apfel

At 95 years old, the timeless entrepreneur and fashion icon Iris Apfel joined the fall-winter 2016 campaign for Aigner. In recent years, Apfel has also starred in ad campaigns for Kate Spade New York and Alexis Bittar.

Swimsuits for All Sizes And Ages: Ashley Graham, Philomena Kwao, and Nicola Griffin

The 2016 Sports Illustrated Swimsuit Issue featured its first ever plus-sized ad, placed by the incredibly inclusive brand Swimsuits for All. Their #SwimSexy ad campaign notably features the curvaceous Ashley Graham, Philomena Kwao, and 56-year-old Nicola Griffin.

A Stunningly Beautiful Campaign Debut by Brandon Maxwell

Debuting in July 2016, Brandon Maxwell’s first ever campaign was strikingly diverse and gorgeous.

A Triumphant Return to Clairol: Tracey “Africa” Norman

Tracey “Africa” Norman was a rising star in the 1970's and was the face of Clairol’s Born Beautiful. Her modeling career was suddenly ended in the 1980's when she was outed as a transgender woman. In August 2016, she returned to modeling as the face of Clairol Nice N’ Easy’s “Color As Real As You Are” campaign.

Secret Deodorant’s Progressive Transgender Ad

Secret Deodorant’s groundbreaking ad highlighted the anxiety some transgender people experience in public restroom spaces. Starring transgender actress Karis Wilde, the ad was openly inclusive and stated plainly: “There’s no wrong way to be a woman.”

We can’t wait to see what’s in store for 2017!

Transgender Voice Training

TG Voice Therapy is the leading provider of transgender voice training in the Los Angeles area. Professional, empathetic, and highly qualified, the team at TG Voice Therapy specializes in voice masculinization and voice feminization. Visit their website for more information about their services. They are located at 2836 Sunset Blvd, Los Angeles, CA 90026. Phone: (323) 52-6071.