Kayra Theodore.

Kayra Theodore is a Haitian-American fashion model, visionary hair artist, and creative powerhouse redefining beauty, culture, and self-expression. Standing at 5'10" with striking hazel eyes, commanding presence, and signature sculptural hairstyles, Kayra Theodore captivates the lens with effortless elegance and bold artistic edge. Born and raised on Long Island, New York, she brings authentic energy and cultural depth to every photoshoot, runway, and editorial campaign.

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““I love that my art inspires people to show up as their authentic selves and to really make the effort to love their hair.””
— — Kayra Theodore

A self-taught hair artist known for transforming textured and natural hair into gravity-defying architectural masterpieces, Kayra has earned global recognition. Her innovative braids, locs, and editorial styles have been featured in Vogue, collaborated with Nara Smith, caught the attention of Rihanna, and appeared alongside Tyler, The Creator.

As a signed model, she has walked runways, starred in short films, and built a thriving digital presence with 95K+ Instagram followers and 200K+ on TikTok (@kayratheodore), where she inspires millions to embrace their natural hair and authentic selves.

Beyond the runway, Kayra Theodore is a passionate storyteller and advocate for Black beauty standards. She challenges industry norms, promotes self-love through textured hair, and creates wearable art that doubles as powerful visual statements. Her multidisciplinary talent — modeling, hairstyling, acting, and creative direction — makes her a true modern muse.