Jasmine Sanders, affectionately known as “Golden Barbie,” has carved a unique path in the fashion world. Born on June 22, 1991, in Frankenthal, Germany, to a German mother and an African-American father, she was raised in Columbia, South Carolina. Her journey into modeling began at the tender age of 13, when she was scouted by Sheilah Dixon from Millie Lewis Columbia. This early start laid the foundation for a career that would see her evolve from a teenage model into an international fashion icon.
In her early modeling days, Jasmine worked with brands like Seventeen, Free People, Nike, and ALDO shoes. These opportunities allowed her to gain experience and exposure in the industry. However, her transition into high fashion came when she walked the runway for Miu Miu’s Spring/Summer 2016 show. This pivotal moment marked her entry into the elite circles of fashion, leading to appearances in shows for Moschino, Ralph Lauren, DKNY, Jeremy Scott, Julien MacDonald, and Philipp Plein.
Jasmine’s presence in fashion editorials has been equally impressive. She has graced the pages of American Vogue, Vogue Italia, British Vogue, Vogue Russia, Vogue Arabia, LOVE, Allure, CR Fashion Book, Esquire, Glamour, GQ, Interview, and W. Her versatility and ability to embody various styles have made her a sought-after model for diverse publications. Additionally, she has appeared on numerous magazine covers, including Elle Turkey, Harper’s Bazaar Kazakhstan, Harper’s Bazaar Mexico, InStyle Russia, L’Officiel Switzerland, Lui Magazine, Ocean Drive, Treats!, Wonderland Magazine, and Maxim.
Beyond print, Jasmine has been the face of advertising campaigns for prestigious brands such as Bvlgari, Roberto Cavalli, MCM, Ralph Lauren, Ugg, Gap, Victoria’s Secret PINK, and American Eagle. Her collaborations with renowned photographers like Steven Klein, Inez & Vinoodh, Cass Bird, Patrick Demarchelier, Glen Luchford, Alasdair McLellan, Ezra Petronio, Sølve Sundsbø, Ellen von Unwerth, and Gilles Bensimon have further cemented her status in the industry.