MELANIE GAYDOS, Model With A Rare Genetic Disorder being a spotlight in the fashion world.

This unusual hottie was born with ectodermal dysplasia, and she’s causing an uproar in the fashion industry. Ectodermal dysplasia isn’t one syndrome, but rather a cluster of syndromes originating from abnormal ectodermal structures. This has also resulted in partial blindness due to damaged corneas.


28-year-old Melanie Gaydos was born with this genetic disorder and says she thought she would end up a recluse, but she’s actually turned out to be a fabulously inspirational role model in the fashion industry.

Apparently, she was first met with some disrespect in the fashion industry due to her unusual looks. Melanie’s disorder affects her teeth, bones, pores, and cartilage, leading to a highly unique and otherworldly look. Only recently with her social media support from her over 148k fans, she has found more mainstream acceptance.

She refuses to change her looks with dentures, fake hair or surgery and shows anyone who stands out from the crowd that being different is a blessing, not a curse. Melanie never thought modeling would be her main source of income – she thought she might be a famous artist one day, but a reclusive one that hid from society. We’re so glad she lets her light shine through to the public and her IG is so fierce.