Elton Ilirjani Makes History as the First Genderless Model at Seoul Fashion Week for Greedilous
Elton Ilirjani made history as the first genderless model to walk for Seoul Fashion Week in March 2023, and their presence on the runway did not go unnoticed. Ilirjani’s appearance in the Greedilous runway show stole the spotlight, showcasing the brand’s inclusive and forward-thinking approach to fashion.
LGBT activist and model Elton Ilirjani was the first genderless model to walk for Seoul Fashion Week in March 2023.
Elton walked four runway shows during Seoul Fashion Week, including the MMAM runway show on March 15, the Seokwoon Yon runway show on March 16, the Greedilous show on March 17, and the Maison Nica show on March 19.
Greedilous, a Korean brand known for its futuristic and geometric designs, has been making waves in the fashion industry for years. Designer Park Yoon-hee’s enterprising personality and diverse experience in fashion and industrial design have earned her the title of ‘Queen of Prints.’ The brand’s progressive Greediers collection represents her global vision and inspiration and is known for its visual silhouette and revolutionary approach to design. Everyone from Paris Hilton to Beyonce have worn her fashion designs.
Ilirjani’s statement that “genderless modeling represents everyone, it’s synonymous with the arts and creativity, and is more easily absorbed by the general public” is a testament to the brand’s commitment to inclusivity and representation. Fashion has long been criticized for its lack of diversity and narrow beauty standards, but brands like Greedilous and models like Ilirjani are leading the charge toward a more inclusive and accepting industry.
Ilirjani’s appearance at Seoul Fashion Week is not their first foray into the fashion world. As a fashion influencer and CEO, Ilirjani has been known for their eccentric and eclectic style and has walked for some of the most cutting-edge fashion designers at New York Fashion Week. Their social media presence has also garnered attention, with their interviews and runway shows being featured in prestigious publications like Forbes, V Magazine, and Women’s Wear Daily.
Beyond their fashion career, Ilirjani is also a passionate LGBTQIA+ activist and founder of the Dignity Global Foundation, a non-profit organization focused on the protection of human and civil rights for women and the LGBTQIA+ community in the workplace.
Originally from Albania, Elton is dedicated to speaking up for equality, human rights and fairness for other LGBTQ+ individuals throughout America and the world. They created the “Employment Equality Index” for the LGBTQIIA+ community, which ranks private companies and public institutions by their adherence to human and civil rights in the workplace in the western Balkans countries.
They have also built a successful career over the past decades as the founder and director of The HeadHunter Group, which has offices in 15 countries globally.
They made history as the first publicly gay man in Albania who made headlines when they came out of the closet to the media in 2006. As an activist, they spearheaded two transgender acceptance campaigns, the “Lipstick Movement” and the “Nobody is Straight” movement for LGBTQIIA+ inclusivity.
Their work as an activist and role models for the genderless community has made an impact in the fashion industry and beyond.
As a genderless model, Elton has walked for internationally-acclaimed fashion brands like a scene-stealing protest at Art Basel Miami Beach and BESFXXK, a Seoul fashion brand, and most recently, for Seoul Fashion Week 2023.
Their style, interviews and runway shows have been featured in Forbes, V Magazine, Women’s Wear Daily, Daily Front Row, LA Weekly, and Miami Living Magazine, among others.
Ilirjani’s appearance on the Greedilous runway is a testament to the brand’s commitment to inclusivity and representation in the fashion industry. As the world becomes more diverse and accepting, brands like Greedilous and individuals like Elton Ilirjani are leading the way toward a more inclusive future for fashion.
About the fashion Brand Greedilous
GREEDILOUS was launched in 2009 as a brand of designer Park Yoon-hee, who created a global style by combining futuristic and geometric graphic design with style. Her diverse experience majoring in fashion design and industrial design has earned her the title of ‘Queen of Prints’ through her enterprising personality that is not afraid of new changes and attempts. It is completed with a visual silhouette. The progressive Greediers collection represents her global vision and inspiration and is rumored to be a revolutionary brand among designers. Now, Greedious has grown into a global brand loved by celebrities all over the world as well as in Korea and is establishing itself as a unique identity. Greedius participates in exhibitions in various countries and can be found in the United States, Hong Kong, China, Kuwait, Saudi Arabia, Mexico, France, etc., expressing Futuristic Modernity that stylishly solves the lifestyle of women ahead of the times.