Winnie Harlow reflects on Canadian-Jamaican roots, shows love to family: 'So proud'
The supermodel, 28, says bringing her brand Cay Skin to Canada means a lot to her.
Winnie Harlow is opening up about her family.
On Tuesday, the 28-year-old supermodel shared a carousel of photos and videos commemorating the launch of her skincare brand, Cay Skin in Canada. She paired the Instagram post with a heartfelt caption thanking her relatives for their hand in her success, and reflecting on her Canadian-Jamaican roots.
The Mississauga, Ont.-born entrepreneur celebrated the arrival of her vegan, silicone-free and cruelty-free products in Canada alongside her family in a stunning faded denim pant set. She accessorized with bold, silver dangly earrings, along with a matching necklace, silver rings and bracelets
"Moments like this, money can't buy," Harlow penned to her more than 10 million followers before explaining why bringing Cay Skin to Canada meant so much to her.
"As a child of immigrant parents and grandparents, the sacrifices they made to allow me the opportunities I've had to do the things I have and become the person I am, I can never repay them," Harlow wrote.
She continued explaining that in her youth, she'd often call her grandfather after late night shifts at work to pick her up, and she'd pick fruit with her grandmother in her gardens.
"To see their faces as their entrepreneur granddaughter builds her brand and brings it home, unmatched by anything I've ever accomplished," she continued. "Thank you, mom, dad, grandmas and grandpas for building this young Canadian-Jamaican's heart, spirit and soul for greatness. Canada to Jamaica and Jamaica to di' world."
In the comments, fans praised Harlow for her latest milestone and for crediting her family for how far she has come.
"It's so refreshing to see someone acknowledge their family's sacrifices for their success. You're truly an inspiration!" an Instagram user wrote.
"I'm so proud of you," another added. "I already know Canada and Jamaica are proud beyond words."
"You are my inspiration for more reasons than one, Winnie," someone else commented. "Thank you for being authentic, and embracing the many facets that make you a queen."
"Love this so much! Family is everything. Thank you for sharing!" a fan shared.
Last month, fans swooned over Harlow's stunning Vanity Fair Oscar After Party look. At the event, Harlow stepped out in a long-sleeve, soft pink Giambattista Valli gown that featured floral detailing around the wrists, as well as a thigh-high slit in the skirt.
She completed the look with silver Alexandre Birman heels, and wore her hair half-up, half-down in tousled waves.
"I just wanted to keep it really chic and classy, so we're going with Archive Armani from 2005, and just some really beautiful soft hair, glowing skin," Harlow told "E! Live From the Red Carpet" host Laverne Cox.
Fans quickly took to social media to applaud Harlow's "leggy" ensemble.
"Legs for days. So gorgeous," an Instagram user wrote, while another added, "Leggy queen. So beautiful!"
"Winnie looks so good! Classy and chic," someone else weighed in.
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