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Violet Chachki is a renowned drag queen, burlesque performer, model, and television personality, celebrated for their distinctive aesthetic and contributions to fashion and entertainment.
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Request A ShowExclusive partner of the 2022 Pride Tour, working with Violet Chachki and Gottmik to combat stigma surrounding mental health and hair loss. This collaboration aligns with the brand's mission to destigmatize personal care issues through telehealth.
Violet Chachki starred in a Bettie Page-inspired lingerie campaign, becoming the first drag queen to front a major lingerie ad campaign. This partnership highlighted their unique aesthetic and the brand's vintage-inspired designs.
Violet Chachki walked in their Fall 2018 Collection at Milan Fashion Week and later wore a custom Moschino glove-shaped dress, altered by Jeremy Scott, at the 2019 Met Gala. These collaborations positioned Chachki at the forefront of high fashion.
Violet Chachki was featured in a Prada campaign video titled 'Neon Dream,' where they portrayed a Marilyn Monroe impersonator/showgirl, showcasing their versatile modeling skills and connection to luxury fashion.
Violet Chachki was a collaborator and muse for the genderless fragrance "Dirty Violet." This partnership underscored their influence in lifestyle and beauty products, celebrating an androgynous appeal.
Violet Chachki released a make-up collaboration with Katya Zamolodchikova for Trixie Cosmetics, inspired by a specific theme (details not fully provided). This expanded their presence in the cosmetics industry.
Violet Chachki appeared in their campaign video titled '#CreateYourStyle,' demonstrating their role in promoting diverse beauty and styling.
Violet Chachki was featured in their campaign video 'Sublime Perfection,' linking their image with high-end makeup artistry and luxury brands.
Violet Chachki was part of an advertisement for The LaLiT London, showcasing their appeal in the hospitality sector and luxury experiences.
Violet Chachki was featured in the campaign video for 'Le Male Le Parfum,' associating them with iconic fashion and fragrance brands.
Violet Chachki appeared in their campaign video 'Boys Lie Family,' connecting with contemporary fashion and lifestyle brands.
Violet Chachki was part of a parody ad titled 'When You Wear a Condom,' supporting public health initiatives with their public profile.
Jason Dardo, known professionally as Violet Chachki, was born on June 13, 1992, in Atlanta, Georgia. They began performing as Violet Chachki at 19 years old, taking inspiration from Jennifer Tilly’s character in the film Bound and the Yiddish word ‘tchotchke.’ Early in their career, Dardo performed in local drag shows in Marietta, Georgia, and won Miss New Faces on Ponce in Atlanta. They briefly attended the Savannah College of Art and Design for fashion design but left to concentrate on their drag career. Dardo became a regular performer at The Other Show at Jungle in Atlanta, increasing their local recognition and providing opportunities to perform with established drag artists like Alaska Thunderfuck and Lady Bunny.
In 2013, Dardo participated in “Legendary Children,” a project highlighting Atlanta’s drag scene, with photographs exhibited at Gallery 1526. A controversy arose when images featuring their genitals and a gaff were censored, drawing attention from Vice magazine. The following year, Dardo was featured on the cover of Captain Murphy’s (Flying Lotus) single “Cosplay” and appeared in its Adult Swim commercial. In 2015, after an unsuccessful audition for Season 6, Dardo joined the seventh season of RuPaul’s Drag Race as Violet Chachki. They were noted for their immaculate aesthetic and fashion sense throughout the competition, ultimately winning the season and a $100,000 prize. On June 2, 2015, Dardo released their single “Bettie” from their debut EP, “Gagged.”
Violet Chachki is also recognized for their skills in aerial hoop, aerial silk, and burlesque. In January 2017, Dardo joined the cast of ‘The Art of Teese’ alongside Dita Von Teese. Later that year, they made history as the first drag queen to front a major lingerie ad campaign for Bettie Page Lingerie. In January 2018, Dardo walked for Moschino at Milan Fashion Week as part of their Fall 2018 collection. They were among the first drag queens to attend the Met Gala in May 2019, wearing a custom Moschino gown for the “Camp: Notes on Fashion” theme. In November 2019, Chachki collaborated with Heretic Parfum on a genderless fragrance, “Dirty Violet.” In 2023, they appeared on an alternate cover of Vogue Czechoslovakia, making them the first Drag Race alum to achieve this. The same year, Dita Von Teese presented Chachki with the Cultural Icon Award from the Tom of Finland Foundation, further solidifying their status in the arts and fashion.
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