Ellie Goldstein always wanted to be famous.

Of course, it takes years to become an overnight success.

“I love to be seen.”

Portrait of Ellie Goldstein an 18yearold model with Down syndrome and star of Allure Magazines digital cover story…

Harris Reed bow.

At 18 years old, Ellie Goldstein is the first major model with Down syndrome.Marques Almeida dress at Matchesfashion.

The Contemporary Wardrobe Collection feather boa.

Zebedee Managementwas founded by sisters-in-law Laura Johnson and Zoe Proctor in 2017.

Portrait of model Ellie Goldstein resting her face on her hand and smiling at the camera for Allures digital cover story…

At 18 years old, Ellie Goldstein is the first major model with Down syndrome.Marques Almeida dress at Matchesfashion. The Contemporary Wardrobe Collection feather boa. Makeup colors: Artist Color Shadow in Light Turquoise, Aqua Resist Smoky Shadow in Earth, and Rouge Artist Lipstick in 300 Gorgeous Coral by Make Up For Ever.

“We said, ‘If nobody else is doing it, why dont we?'”

They put out a casting call through support groups in London and magazines geared toward the disabled community.

Today, slowly but surely, “the tide is turning,” Moore says.

Closeup portrait of model Ellie Goldstein 18 looking upwards and wearing a large black hair bow small pearl accents…

Molly Goddard hat. Wolford top.

“We have a no-silly-questions policy, whether it’s regarding a fitting room or toilet….

It’s got to be a positive experience for everyone.”

Wolford bodysuit and tights.

Portrait of model Ellie Goldstein lying on her side and smiling at the camera for Allures digital cover story 2020. She…

In addition to modeling, Goldstein has danced professionally, appearing in performances at the Royal Albert Hall and the Royal Opera House.Christopher Kane dress. Molly Goddard hat. Wolford bodysuit and tights. Makeup colors: Eyebrow Pencil in Brunette, All Aglow Lip & Cheek Stick in Blush Bay, and Squeezy Tinted Balm in Sweet Peach by Burt’s Bees.

“It’s just absolutely breathtaking and really quite moving to watch her in front of the camera.”

“I never get upset or sad.

I’m always happy and bright and bubbly,” says Goldstein.

“…And a bit cheeky.”

“Ten years from now, I want to be all over the world,” she says.

Fashion Stylist: Camilla Pole.

Hair: Yumi Nakada-Dingle.

Makeup: Siddhartha Simone.

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