An Australian model with Down syndrome is quickly proving herself to be one of the world’s most successful rising stars after returning to New York Fashion Week for the fifth time.
20-year-old model and designer Madeline Stuart hit the catwalk on Monday to debut the second collection for her brand, 21 Reasons Why.
And Madeline did it in serious style, wowing the crowd by appearing on the runway with a huge blonde python rapped around her shoulders.
A little help from her friends: Australian model Madeline Stuart, 20, walked for her on label 21 Reasons Why at New York Fashion Week on Monday
Quite an achievement: The model, who has Down syndrome, was debuting her second collection for the label
Decked head-to-toe in pieces from the collection, Madeline strutted down the catwalk, offering up a smile and a wave to her fans.
With her hair woven into a gigantic braid behind her, she even gave her slithering pal a smooch for the cameras.
A number of other models also took to the catwalk for the show, entitled Snakes Alive, Girl Gone Wild, with their own snakes for the show as they displayed colorful metallic tops and sequined skirts.
Taking a walk: Decked in her own wares and a huge blonde snake, Madeline offered her fans a wave
Heading it up: Madeline has had a rammed schedule for this season, walking in shows for Dexter Simmons, Jessie Liu and Two Gypsy Souls
Joining in: Madeline’s show saw other models take their own snakes down the runway as they modeled her metallic, sequined pieces
But the show wasn’t Madeline’s only moment in the spotlight this season, she also walked for brands including Dexter Simmons, Jessie Liu and Two Gypsy Souls.
After showing off her own collection, Madeline was straight on to the next job, walking for House of Byfield in the evening in a stunning yellow and rainbow tulle gown.
On Tuesday the Brisbane-based beauty is also scheduled to appear in the show for Zula Studio.
Next stop: After her own show, Madeline walked for the House of Byfield fashion show
Looking good: Madeline donned a yellow and rainbow gown for the show
Madeline debuted her first collection for the label on the New York Fashion Week runway earlier this year.
The name of the label was inspired by Madeline’s passion to ‘find reasons to better ourselves, be more inclusive, healthier and why we should celebrate life, whilst taking pride in her 21st chromosome.’
2017 still has plenty in store for Madeline, who is also booked to walk the runway at Los Angeles Fashion Week and Denver Fashion Week.
Madeline also oversees her own dance school in Brisbane, ‘Inside, Outside Dance Ensemble’ and in 2018, she will be releasing her documentary.