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Natalia Bryant is stepping out in style.
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The model shared the sweet story behind the necklace that says “Slim” in a December video forVogue’s Beauty Secretsseries, explaining: “That was my nickname growing up. I was just so eency-teency. All my jerseys said slim. I didn’t grow into the jerseys until I was, like, older. So my dad would always call me slim.”
Aftersigning with IMG Modelsand launching her career in modeling in February 2021, Natalia, whose mother isVanessa Bryant, touched on the passion for modeling that she has had since she was a child.
“I have always been interested in fashion since a very young age,” she said in a statement. “I have a love for the industry and ever since I can remember I wanted to model. There is a lot to learn but I feel this is a great opportunity for me to learn and express myself creatively.”
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“I am beyond thrilled and so honored to be a part of the IMG family!” she later added in her Instagram Stories, reposting her headshot from IMG after the announcement.
Her mom also shared the same excitement, reposting IMG’s original announcement on her Instagram Stories and adding a GIF that said, “I am so proud of you.”
Natalia shared her mom’s post and added, “Thank you momma.”
source: people.com
