Twiggy: My Diet Was Just My Metabolism

Twiggy, born Lesley Hornby, has reflected on her meteoric rise to global fame after being discovered in 1966 at the age of 16. During her peak modeling career, she frequently faced criticism regarding her slender physique, which she attributes to her natural metabolism and her father's similar build. She noted that her eating habits then were carefree, a stark contrast to her current need to maintain a healthy diet as her body has changed over time.

Her transformation into an international icon was not meticulously planned. Twiggy, now 77, expressed that modeling agencies likely would have rejected her due to her height and measurements. Ironically, she once admired curvier figures like singer Connie Francis. Her signature pixie cut, which became a defining feature, was a result of shyness; she was too timid to refuse a hairdresser named Leonard at a Mayfair salon who wanted to cut her hair. This serendipitous haircut led to a photographer capturing her image.

This breakthrough caught the attention of Vogue's then-editor-in-chief Diana Vreeland. Vreeland's endorsement, declaring Twiggy 'the new model,' propelled her into fashion superstardom. Twiggy believes her unique appearance, distinct from anyone else at the time, was key to her unprecedented success.