Vogue's AI-Generated Model Ad Ignites Clash Over Fashion Industry's Future

Aug 04, 2025
TechCrunch
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Summary

Vogue's recent ad featuring an AI-generated model sparks debate over the future of human models as brands increasingly use AI models for cost and scalability benefits, raising concerns about job losses and cultural appropriation in the fashion industry.

Key Points

  • Vogue's recent ad featuring an AI-generated model sparks debate about the future of human models in the fashion industry
  • Brands are increasingly using AI models due to cost and scalability benefits, threatening jobs for commercial models
  • While some see AI models as a way to promote diversity and inclusivity, others criticize it as 'artificial diversity' and cultural appropriation

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