I’m a model, and I’ve seen firsthand how AI can manipulate the fashion industry

New York’s Fashion Workers Act would create basic labor protections for models—including around digital replicas and AI-generated content.

If you follow fashion, you’re undoubtedly familiar with New York Fashion Week. It’s more than a series of runway shows; it’s a cornerstone of the global fashion industry—a vibrant celebration of creativity that brings together the most talented designers and artists in the world. But at its heart, NYFW owes its success to the models who bring these artistic visions to life.