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10/17/2025Project Runway Debut
In Season 21 of Project Runway, the spotlight wasn’t just on the designers. With a reputation for discovering next-generation talent, Collective had the honor of placing our model, Yu, on the show marking a proud milestone in the agency’s journey.
7/28/2025Essence Magazine
A growing movement is challenging colorism and reshaping the way Black womanhood is seen on screen. Essence Magazine welcomes Ariona Beninato to highlight how some clients explicitly request lighter-skinned Black women for roles, reflecting a broader industry issue that prioritizes Eurocentric beauty standards over authentic representation. The article underscores the urgent need for change in how Black women are valued and portrayed on screen.
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