Delevingne recalls 'rough' pre
Model Cara Delevingne reflects on the challenges of working in the fashion industry prior to the MeToo movement. She discusses her personal struggles with mental health, substance abuse, and the need for self-advocacy.
Why it matters
The interview sheds light on the systemic issues and toxic culture prevalent in the fashion industry during the 2010s.
Supermodel Cara Delevingne has said she has a "chip on her shoulder" after working in the industry before the MeToo era.
The 33-year-old is one of the most recognisable faces in the modelling world after her career skyrocketed in the 2010s, walking for Victoria's Secret as well as a number of high fashion houses including Burberry, Chanel, Dior and Marc Jacobs.
Delevingne has since spoken out about the impact the industry has had on her and how she was modelling during a "rough time".
Speaking to The Times , she said: "There was no safety then, apart from with other girls.
"It was before MeToo, with this sexual misconduct vibe of straight older photographers, and that is why I am sad, because I still have a chip on my shoulder from all that.
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