Supermodel Kate Moss opens up about the backlash she faced for her iconic 'heroin chic' aesthetic in the Nineties, revealing the accusations and criticism she endured.
- Sep 9, 2024
AceShowbiz - In the Nineties, Kate Moss became the poster girl for the "heroin chic" aesthetic, characterized by pale skin, slicked-back hair, and an extremely thin physique. While this look catapulted her to fame, it also sparked significant controversy.
In a recent Disney+ documentary, Moss disclosed the abuse she faced for her appearance. "Parents would come up to me and say, 'My daughter's anorexic,' " she recalled. "It was awful."
She explained that her body shape, different from the models of the time, was partly responsible for the backlash. Fashion editor Catherine Kasterine stated, "The public were not ready. They were absolutely appalled."
Vogue editor Dame Anna Wintour expressed concerns about the association of the "heroin chic" look with anorexia, admitting, "It got to such a fever pitch. I remember physically being in the White House when the Clinton administration took the issue on."
Despite the criticism, Moss maintained her sense of self. "I felt really good" during the controversial Vogue shoot, she said. "It wasn't glamorous."
However, Moss has since distanced herself from the infamous quote, "Nothing tastes as good as skinny feels," claiming it was merely a "little jingle" used by her housemate.
The documentary also sheds light on the impact of Diana's first couture purchase from British designer John Galliano. The princess famously altered the dress, tearing the corset to create a more liberating look.
Fashion designer Stella McCartney, daughter of Paul McCartney, faced backlash for her graduation show at Central St Martin's fashion school, where she utilized supermodels as models. Victoria Beckham, a former Spice Girl, revealed her admiration for supermodel Linda Evangelista, inspiring her hair transformations.
Disney+'s "In Vogue: The 90s" will stream on September 13th, featuring interviews with former Vogue editors and celebrities like Naomi Campbell, Gwyneth Paltrow and Sarah Jessica Parker.