THE DUPONT TWINS.
Identical twins Jake and Joseph Dupont are taking the modelling world by storm. As well as providing authentic representation for the queer community, they were recently invited by none other than LGBTQ icon Lady Gaga to be part of the singer’s new Haus Laboratories beauty campaign, which aims to celebrate everyone regardless of how they identify and encourage self-love.
“I think being recognised and not having to hide our queer identity [in the industry] is an accomplishment on its own,” explains Jake when we ask about their career highlights, which range from shooting for Ellen Von Unwerth’s VON magazine and walking the runway at New York Fashion Week. “The power of our identity and self-expression has actually opened so many doors for us.”
Despite their own success, the twins call out the fashion industry’s reluctance to put actual queer talent in front of the camera, as well as a lack of understanding of different identities. “We can’t tell you how many times we’ve shown up to ‘womenswear’ castings and been told things like
