Emira D’s Spain makes history as the first black transgender model to work with Victoria’s secret

By Tolulope Dolapo Thomas

Published: February 4, 2022 | 8:23 AM GMT

TikTok personality Emira D’Spain is celebrating becoming the first black transgender model to work with Victoria’s Secret. Emira, better known on social media as XOXOEMIRA has produced a Valentine’s Day TikTok in collaboration with the lingerie brand.
Her clip shows how to enjoy Valentine’s Day without a significant other.

Emira, 25, said, “My entire platform is built on confidence and self-love.
“I want to empower young trans women and men around the world to show them that the beauty and fashion industries are changing.
Especially if you are a person of color
. “I am so grateful to work with Victoria’s Secret and hope this paves the way for others after me.”

D’Spain gave credit to fellow model Valentina Sampaio for paving the way. In 2019, Sampaio became the first transgender model to work with Victoria’s Secret’s PINK line.

Emira, who is signed with Andrew Warren’s marketing agency, CollXab, was born in Dubai, and raised in Dallas.
She uses her TikTok platform to offer her followers insights on beauty and fashion and also talks about her transition, dating, friendships, and life in New York City.

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About Tolulope Dolapo Thomas

Tolulope Dolapo Thomas, BSc, is a Public Health Educator and Broadcast Journalist with extensive experience in radio and television. She specializes in Health Promotion, Sexual and Reproductive/Fertility Health, and Environmental Health. Certified in CPR and First Aid, Tolulope is passionate about empowering women through evidence-based public health education, fertility awareness, and community sensitization. She is currently pursuing an MSc in Public Health and is the founder of Everywoman Health by TD, a women-focused health platform dedicated to providing accurate, accessible, and trustworthy guidance for women at every stage of life.