Part of the new generation of celebrities challenging and redefining beauty standards in fashion, Yvesmark Chery has turned vitiligo into a strength, a signature trait embodying skin positivity and inclusion. Born in Brooklyn and raised in Philadelphia, the Haitian-American model holds a degree in Information Science Technology, which he obtained from the Pennsylvania State University before starting his modelling career. By embracing his unique features, which he speaks of as “a blessing in disguise”, Yvesmark Chery has made himself a name in the fashion industry and the face of brands like Calvin Klein and H&M. As one of the few working models with vitiligo, being featured in big magazines and walking the prestigious Fashion Week catwalks, Yvesmark Chery has naturally become a spokesperson for a new and contemporary notion of beauty. Additionally, thanks to his position as an influencer, he can share his experience with a wide audience, further spreading the message and casting a new light on this skin condition, ultimately demystifying it.
