'I want to be seen': Meet model, influencer and author Ellie Goldstein

When she was born, doctors said Ellie Goldstein would never walk or talk. Today she works with Gucci, Nike – and even made the cover of Vogue this year, writes Marjorie Brennan

Meet Ellie Goldstein, a model with Down syndrome who has worked with Vogue and Gucci

Ellie Goldstein is stretching her hand towards me, proudly showing off her glossy dark red nails. “Gucci sent me the new collection of nail polishes,” she says.

It’s just one of the perks of her job as a model and influencer. The 21-year-old has been modelling for five years, working on campaigns for brands including Gucci, Nike, and Superdrug.