Trans Women’s Impact on Thai Fashion | States of Undress | Refinery29

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Published 2023-06-23
Hailey travels to Thailand to explore how transgender models are redefining fashion and influencing a new generation. But does representation on the runway lead to social progress?

This episode of States of Undress first aired in 2017.

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All Comments (21)
  • @arthurwatts1680
    Gotta love that Thai doctor - 'if they can't walk up the stairs, not strong enough for the surgery'. Thai people would accept that without question.
  • @eyebyte
    This is so unique. The people of Thailand genuinely mourning a leader not forced having their own emotions and memories through the generations, it’s an exchange of respect. We should take notes.
  • @dylanmaxey2531
    I am so enthralled and seriously awed and impressed by Hailey's journalistic skill!!!The world and this time needs more real journalist like Ms Hailey, I will gladly pay to support this woman's work, insight and beautiful heart.
  • @audioeins
    ❤ host / producer Hailey Gates is so enjoyable to watch. She is intelligent, witty, adventurous, and respectable as she navigates scenarios and cultural encounters, and her journalistic point of investigation and inquiry is revealing and informative (as i have seen in other shows as well). Also, she is a full on cutie with beautiful striking features :)
  • @apio388
    Honestly, this series is Anthony Bourdain-level. Truly amazing. I wish more series like this existed.
  • @AstarottesToy
    I feel like really gives a good overview of the situation, and really how difficult it can be for people stuck in the beauty industry, especially trans women. I pray that all these women will grow to be more accepted under the law and society. In the US these struggles are also commonplace. I hope somewhere will lead the way for trans rights socially and legally
  • @alexysq2660
    A truly lovely and quite touching video; Hailey is absolutely marvellous and all these trans women are as well : so very brilliantly well done, *Hailey and Refinery29* 💖✨💖✨💖
  • @skytombs253
    I'm trans in the USA. I'm a USAF veteran with education and struggle to find work. Interestingly, is that the same men who vote against ppl like me are the same ones who offer money to sleep with them. I wish equality for trans ppl everywhere. ❤
  • @Belihoney
    Thank you for this because I've always wondered why their idols are styled so so well compared to other industries lol
  • @loonabloo
    This was such a delightful and enlightening documentary!
  • I think I can say that I've never seen a journalistic style such as Hailey's before and it's so lovely to see. It's fantastic to see a journalist that is so respectful and also loving towards the people she interviews. The world definitely needs more Haileys!
  • @meemmie
    Thank you for the interesting content for letting the world understanding the Thai Transgender. I miss the 2016 moment when our beloved King Rama the 9th died. Great editing and nice Thai music.
  • this is really well made it gives us viewers a point of view on thai trans community experience and life within Thailand.
  • @kenjirogery9571
    i'm crying watching this, idk why. pom rak khun Thailand ❤
  • @Ksnamaste
    Very interesting video. The personal trainer was cute though
  • @ServandoIV
    What I love about the Thais is their serenity…..very amiable.
  • @Juniper_drink
    This is a really amazing insight. I’m really learning a lot watching these ❤️❤️❤️