In the fall of 2017, He Cong (@heconghc) walked 42 shows–more than any other model of color that season. That was just the beginning for the Chinese fashion star who’s determined to make space for herself and others in the industry. “The fashion world is becoming more inclusive,” she says. “We still have a lot of work to do, but we are on the right path.” Go inside W’s 50th Anniversary Issue, on newsstands now, at the link in our bio. - Photography: @angelopennetta Styling: @charlottecolletcollet Hair: @christian_eberhard Makeup: @luciapicaofficial Manicure: @cam.t.artist Casting: @emperor.lee Choreography: @ericvonchristison W 50TH ANNIVERSARY ISSUE