Vanessa Hudgens

Vanessa Hudgens is an American fashion designer and singer. She is known for her fashion-forward style and music that is often compared to that of the Beatles. She is the co-founder of fashion label Free Life, along with her sister, Corinne. Vanessa is also the face of the fashion line and lifestyle brand Van Cleef. She has been a vocal critic of Donald Trump – whom she publicly supported in the 2016 U.S. presidential election – and promoted the “I Stand with London” protest at his Scottish golf course. In 2017, she released her self-titled debut album, which went on to spawn three number-one hits.

Personal Life

Vanessa Hudgens was born on April 6, 1992 in New York City. She is the daughter of Penny (née Levin), a costume designer, and Martin Hudgens, an investor in movies. She has a younger half-sister, Olivia, from her father’s first marriage. She attended Stuyvesant High School in New York City and later graduated from New York University with a degree in fashion design.

She began modeling at age 16 and moved to Milan to further her career. There, she was signed to a modeling contract and subsequently appeared in major fashion magazines such as Vogue and Elle. She returned to the U.S. in 2013 and began working with renowned fashion photographers such as Mario Testino and Rob Kim. She also worked as a co-host in the fashion segment of HLN’s Showbiz Today.

Career

After her music career took off, Vanessa established herself as a fashion designer. In 2016, she debuted her own fashion label, named after herself, with a collection of dresses that were inspired by the works of Kate Middleton. Many of her designs were inspired by the styles of different periods in history, such as the Dark Ages or the Renaissance. She was named the 2017 It Girl by Vogue, who called her the “future of fashion”.

Vanessa founded the fashion label Free Life with her sister, Corinne, in 2007. The pair officially launched their fashion house in 2016 and began to establish themselves as major players in the fashion industry. They are known for their unique style that is often compared to that of the Beatles. The sisters were inspired by the fashion style of Maharishi Mahesh Yogi, a guru who founded The Beatles’ Apple Corps in 1974 and lived at the Maharishi Metropolis in Rishikon, Switzerland. In addition to fashion, the two are known for their philanthropic endeavors. They have supported organizations that fight domestic violence and been active in supporting many humanitarian causes.

Endorsements & Social Media

Vanessa has collaborated with various brands and designers, such as Tory Burch and Alexander Wang, on fashion campaigns. In 2016, she became the face of the fashion brand Van Cleef, along with its lifestyle brand, Van Cleef Ventures. The company is owned by her father, who is also its CEO. She signed a multi-year deal with the brand. In addition, she has endorsed numerous other brands, such as Coach and Marc Jacobs.

Vanessa also has a large social media following. She maintained a presence on Twitter before the platform removed its character limit. She has over 4.5 million followers on the platform. She uses her Twitter account to promote her clothing line and upcoming album, as well as to engage with her audience. She has over 50 million followers on TikTok, the video platform owned by TikTok Inc. She regularly uses the platform to promote her fashion line and upcoming album, as well as to engage with her audience.

Donald Trump

Vanessa openly supported Donald Trump in the 2016 U.S. presidential election and attended a number of his campaign fundraisers. She was one of the first famous people to endorse him. Since then, she has been a vocal critic of the President and his administration. In July 2017, she released a statement saying, “I have always been a strong supporter of the women’s rights protest movement, and I am proud to have taken a stand against Trump’s hateful comments about women.” Since the release of her album, she has performed at several benefits and anti-Trump rallies, as well as spoken at various educational conferences for high school students. She is the co-founder of the social media accounts @VanessaHudgENS and #StandWithLondon.

London Fashion Week

In addition to her work in fashion, Vanessa has been actively involved in London’s fashion scene. She was a designer for Marc Jacobs’ New York fashion house in 2016 and subsequently became a regular contributor to Vogue, who praised her for having “an infectious energy and an amazing work ethic”. She officially opened the London Fashion Week show on October 6, 2017 with a sparkling performance that was broadcast live on TV and streamed online. The event was a sell-out and marked a high point in her London Fashion Week career. In 2018, she returned and was set to open the shows during London Fashion Week on October 6, but the event was canceled due to the ongoing threat of the pandemic. The Fashion Institute of Technology (FIT) postponed its spring semester beginning on March 11, which meant that London Fashion Week was once again canceled. However, the following month, the organizers decided to move the event to a virtual platform, with models and designers participating from home.

In 2020, London Fashion Week returned as a digital-only event. The organizers hoped that the move would mean more women would participate and encourage them to follow design careers. Nonetheless, London Fashion Week was canceled in September due to the continuing spread of the coronavirus.

Domestic Violence

Vanessa is an outspoken advocate for women’s rights and has worked to shed light on the issue of domestic violence. In 2018, she founded the non-profit organization MyDomesticViolence, which focuses on ending violence against women. In addition, she regularly posts statements and hashtags relating to the issue on social media. She also performed at the 2018 Los Angeles Women’s Expo and the Women’s March in London, England.

Alcoholism

Vanessa is a vocal proponent of eliminating alcohol consumption and grew up in a household where it was routinely served. As a result, she firmly believes that society must change to be more welcoming to those who suffer from alcoholism. She advocates for the One Campaign, which aims to end alcoholic drink purchases for those under 21 years of age. She regularly speaks about her advocacy for women’s rights, as well as the importance of making a difference in other areas of society. She regularly posts about these topics on her personal Instagram account.

Awards & Accolades

Vanessa has been recognized for her various philanthropic and social justice efforts. She has received several awards and accolades, including a Women’s Wear Daily Style Award for New York Fashion Designer of the Year, an Elle Style Award for New York Fashion Designer of the Year, and a Vogue Style Award for Celebrity Of The Year. She also won an award for Most Influential Model in Fashion at the 2019 Teen Vogue Awards.

In 2019 and 2020, she was listed as one of Forbes’ most powerful celebrities, a distinction that is often associated with wealth and influence. She also made Forbes’ 2019 Celebrities List, ranking No. 48 with an estimated worth of $25 million. This is largely due to the success of her fashion line, which in 2019 had an estimated revenue of $25 million and an expected 2020 sales revenue of $30 million.

Band Member

Vanessa was a member of the band Dead Horses, alongside her sister Corinne. They were discovered by the former Spice Girls manager, Mel B., and subsequently signed to a joint record label with BMG. The band released its debut album, entitled This Is Who We Are, in 2010. In 2011, they played the “Dress You” competition organized by the brand Mulberry. The band is now on an indefinite hiatus, with the sisters focusing on their separate careers. In 2020, they performed at several fundraising events and anti-Trump rallies, including the Women’s March in London.