We have a love/hate relationship with Snapchat. On the one hand, it invites you to pass your precious time as a voyeur of your friends and aspirational friends. On the other hand, it enables you to be a voyeur of your friends and aspirational friends.
The lure is obvious. Filters aside, Snapchat allows little room for grooming or editing, leaving us with something that feels like a genuine glimpse into the daily life of another human being (even if it is sometimes staged). It’s a gateway into the minds of our favorite celebrities, models, stylists, designers and influencers — and for that we are grateful.
Plus, Snapchat’s mini motion picture content allows would-be fashion outsiders to stay incredibly up to date on the industry’s inner workings, attending exclusive parties, product launches, fashion shows and even Instagirl getaways as a silent, watchful third party. It’s a fount of insider info…if you know which Snapchats to follow.
Therein lies the problem. Nowadays, Instagram’s video feature is closing in on Snapchat’s territory, in part because the tricky little ghost isn’t nearly as user-friendly as its Facebook-owned rival. While following your contacts is easy, tracking down your favorite fashion folk can feel like a chore — which is why we’ve gone ahead and done the work for you (what can we say, we’re suckers for an underdog). Click through the gallery above for 18 fashion people that’ll add style and substance to your Snapchat feed. Disclaimer: For the good of your mental health, limit your vicarious living to a few minutes per day.
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Fashion People on Snapchat
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Joan Smalls
Snapchat: joan_smalls
Joan Smalls: She's (sometimes) just like us. Watch as she hits the gym, goofs around with her beau, preps for international runway shows — you know, the usual.
Image: @joansmalls
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Bella Hadid
Snapchat: babybels777
Go behind the scenes at Bella Hadid's shoots, marvel at how much pizza she consumes.
Image: @bellahadid
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Zendaya
Snapchat: zendaya_96
From previews of her latest clothing drops to hilarious bed-bound lip-sync sessions, Zendaya's Snapchat delivers endless entertainment.
Image: @zendaya
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Petra Collins
Snapchat: petracollins
We'd like to spend all of eternity in Canadian artist (and Gucci favorite) Petra Collins' dreamy, rose-tinted world. Following her on Snapchat is the closest we'll get.
Image: @petrafcollins
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Mara Hoffman
Snapchat: marahoffman
Designer Mara Hoffman has an amazing eye. Of course, she mostly uses her Snapchat to document her little boy's hilarious hijinks. No complaints here.
Image: @marahoffman
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Gigi Hadid
Snapchat: itsgigihadid
Like most Instagirls, Gigi Hadid's Snapchat is filled with FOMO-inducing footage of her A-list crew. We mostly watch for the rare Zayn Malik appearance.
Image: @gigihadid
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Paloma Elsesser
Snapchat: palomija
Nike spokesmodel Paloma Elsesser's Snapchat is a wealth of outfit inspiration. Come to stalk her style, stay for the political commentary and killer soundtrack.
Image: @palomija
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Hailey Baldwin
Snapchat: haileybisboring
Don't be deceived by her Snapchat handle. Like any top model, Hailey Baldwin's life is action-packed (fittings, fashion shoots, jaunts to the Bahamas). Give her a follow and break out the popcorn.
Image: @haileybaldwin
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Mordechai Rubinstein
Snapchat: mistermordechai
Mordechai Rubinstein, "reluctant anthropologist" of street style blog Mister Mort, lenses an account that's every fashion fanatic's dream. Expect tons of street style stills and peeks at rare, hypebeast-y finds.
Image: @mistermort
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Bryan Yambao
Snapchat: bryanboycom
Why wouldn't you follow the veritable king of style blogging on yet another social media channel?
Image: @bryanboycom
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Vashtie Kola
Snapchat: vashtiekola
Follow New York-based #influencer Vashtie Kola's every move, whether she's DJing a hip launch party or chilling at home with Vladimir, her Russian blue.
Image: @vashtie
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Shiona Turini
Snapchat: shionat
Live vicariously through stylist and The Cut contributor Shiona Turini as she travels the globe attending exclusive fashion parties, perusing awe-inspiring showrooms and generally living her best life.
Image: @shionat
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Irene Kim
Snapchat: ireneisgood
Allow Seoul-based blogger and model Irene Kim to bless your feed with serious hairspiration — and food porn.
Image: @ireneisgood
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Chiara Ferragni
Snapchat: chiaraferragni
Expect a whirlwind of outfit changes and frequent appearances by her adorable pup (and equally adorable beau).
Image: @chiaraferragni
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Cara Delevingne
Snapchat: caradevilqueen
Genuinely funny people are the best to follow on Snapchat. If they're close friends with Karl Lagerfeld, all the better.
Image: @caradelevingne
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Nicolette Mason
Snapchat: nicolettemason
Nicolette Mason's goofy, refreshingly honest Snapchat is just as addictive as her namesake blog. Prepare to get sucked in quick.
Image: @nicolettemason
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Hannah Bronfman
Snapchat: HannahBGood
Hannah Bronfman leads a picturesque life. She's also the epitome of #fitspo. Watch as she musters the will to work out every freaking morning and feel vaguely inclined to do the same.
Image: @hannahbronfman
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Annie Georgia Greenberg
Snapchat: agg3653
Refinery29's leading video producer and former senior fashion editor brings her considerable stage presence to her witty, well-directed snaps.
Image: @theagg