Designer and drag artist Godoy shines bright by always being 100% himself
Netflix’s Next in Fashion.Amidst the stress of the reality competition series, Godoy stood out and endeared himself to audiences with his authentic joy, voice and vulnerability, which he was able to poignantly work into one of the show’s more meaningful challenges.A post shared by G is for Godoy (@gisforgodoy)Tasked with creating a grown-up look inspired by a childhood photo, Godoy, who is nonbinary and uses he/they pronouns, chose an image of himself at age 7 wearing a dress at a family member’s quinceñera.
He explained how his parents allowed him and his female cousin to swap clothes and play dress up for fun.“This picture was the first time I was able to wear a dress in front of all of my family and it was ok!
I remember being so happy twirling and jumping in joy,” Godoy shared.A post shared by G is for Godoy (@gisforgodoy)He took that innocent bliss and used it to design an adult version of the gown.
Godoy wanted to mix masculine and feminine energy and decided to use a male model during the runway reveal. The full circle moment not only won the challenge, but it spoke to so many queer kids who may not have had as a supportive environment growing up.“Little Danny is so proud of what I’ve done this far now.
