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19 models who made history for H&M, Sports Illustrated, and more

Mallory SchlossbergOct 11, 2015, 21:47 IST

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The fashion industry is notorious for its rigidity.

But every now and then, a model redefines the industry.

These models proved that you don't need to look a certain way to be featured in a major campaign or to strut the runway.

In fact, these models owned who they are - and still do.

See who these history-making women are.