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NYFW 2011: Catwalk Queens

At New York Fashion Week 2011, the world was introduced to a crop of impossibly gorgeous Black models, from superstars like Joan Smalls (left) to stunning newcomers like R'el Dade. Here are our picks for the top catwalk queens of the week. Here's what you had to say: Shani commented via Facebook: "I love Chanel Iman!" Tracee wrote via Facebook: "My favorite model is Gelila Bekele."
NYFW 2011: Catwalk Queens
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By Tia Williams · Updated October 29, 2020
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At New York Fashion Week 2011, the world was introduced to a crop of impossibly gorgeous Black models, from superstars like Joan Smalls (left) to stunning newcomers like R’el Dade. Here are our picks for the top catwalk queens of the week.

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