ylangmess in the Barrel Jean. Worn low. Madagascan-French model Ylang Messenguiral was drawing and painting in the suburbs of Paris before she started working in fashion. She then became curious about expressing her creativity in a new way — modeling. Named after the ylang-ylang flower, she describes herself as strong. Independent. Saying, “I try to be unapologetically myself in different and various ways. To be versatile but also stay true to my core.” A Gap Original.   Why Ylang loves low rise: “It makes me feel powerful and sexy — all I need.” Shot by mario_sorrenti Fashion and image direction by alastairmckimm  #BetterinDenim