Most Iconic And Popular Supermodels Of All Time
Although fashion is a continuously evolving and changing institute, legends stay the same forever in the world of fashion. And today, I am going to talk about these legends in the world of fashion, aka the Supermodels.
They are the icons in the world of fashion, from their personality, walk, and attitude on the runway is what fashion is all about. So if you are eager to know each and everyone of these icons in the world of fashion, then keep on scrolling through this article.
80s Supermodels
In every decade, there has been an era defining models who became the face of fashion brands. So today, we are starting with the iconic supermodels in the 80s.
1. Iman
Discovered back in 1975, Iman was one of the first black supermodels to be on the top. Her statuesque figure and striking beauty were everything back in the 80s. She went on to become the face of Calvin Klein, Donna Karen, and Thierry Mugler.
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2. Elle Macpherson
One of the top supermodels in the 80s, she was an Australian-born beauty, but her unique physical features won her the nickname of “The Body.”
She even became the cover of the Sports Illustrated Swimsuit Issue for consecutive years, from 1986 to 1988. Then again in 1994 and lastly in 2006.
3. Jerry Hall
Have you ever wondered who started the trend of models dating Rockstar’s, then it was her, Jerry Hall. She used to date musicians like Bryan Ferry and then Rockstar Mick Jagger.
She was one of the top supermodels of the 80s, she had the perfect version of a Southern Belle personality. But she took the fashion industry by storm and dominated the runway.
4. Brooke Shields
Although starting her career acting as a child star, Brooke Shields became a major inspiration in the world of fashion. She appeared on magazine covers and TV ads wearing the Calvin Klein controversial jeans.
Shields stood out from the crowd due to her striking features of chiseled bone structure, deep defined eyebrows, and her iconic long wavy hair.
5. Farida Khelfa
It is not that easy being the muse of fashion legends like Jean-Paul Gaultier, Azzedine Alaia, and also Jean Paul Goude. Farida Khelfa is a French-Algerian model with a height of 6ft, making her stand taller than the rest.
She said in an interview, “I’m very flattered to be described as a style icon. Coming from an immigrant family, it was always significant to me to dress well. It was a way to be accepted.”
90s Supermodels
Now let’s come to the more iconic era of supermodels with more and more attitude and personality on the runway. These ladies ruled the runway when they walked.
1. Linda Evangelista
She was in the fashion industry in the 90s, and everything about her was gorgeous and beautiful. Linda Evangelista, at the beginning of her career, started working with legends like Gianni Versace and Karl Lagerfeld.
Also along with Giorgio Armani, Max Mara, Calvin Klein, and Commes de Garcons. Her iconic hairstyle of chopped hair has inspired women from all over the world to try it out.
2. Naomi Campbell
As I said, the 90s were all about walking with an attitude on the runway, and there is no better example than Naomi Campbell.
She was first recruited at the age of 15, and she formed the “Trinity” with other supermodels like Linda Evangelista and Christy Turlington. Naomi Campbell is a part of the Big Six Supermodels of the 90s.
3. Cindy Crawford
Crawford never wanted to become a model she was much more interested in her education. After being the valedictorian at her high school, Crawford wanted to study chemical engineering, but fate had other things planned for her.
Cindy Crawford is a rare beauty that made America fall in love with her looks. She is a part of the Big Six Supermodels in the 90s, and now her legacy of being a model continues with her daughter Kaia Gerber.
4. Claudia Schiffer
She appeared on more than 1000 magazine covers, which is more than most supermodels. Claudia Schiffer started her modeling journey when she was only 17 years old.
She was the face of many top luxury brands at the time, such as Versace, Chanel, Giorgio Armani, Balmain, Bulgari, Alberta Ferretti, Karl Lagerfeld, Escada, Chloe, Dolce & Gabbana, Max Mara, Fendi, and Louis Vuitton.
5. Carla Bruni
She was the highest paid model in the 90s, and for good reasons too. Carla Bruni worked with fashion brands like Christian Dior, Paco Rabanne, Givenchy, Guess, Karl Lagerfeld, John Galliano, Yves Saint-Laurent, Versace, and Chanel.
After retiring from being the top model of her time, she went for music. She has six albums. Carla Bruni later married French President Nicolas Sarkozy and was involved in the world of politics.
6. Kate Moss
She was different than most of her contemporary supermodels, and maybe that is what made Kate Moss such a sensation. Moss had a waifish-esque physique in a time when Amazonian body stature was the trend.
Kate Moss was popular for her heroine chic fashion trend. Moss’s collaboration with a big brand like Calvin Klein is what made her the icon she is now.
7. Christy Turlington
Back in 2008, casting agent James Scully once said Turlington was “the greatest of all time.”
He further said, “You could combine every model to this day into one person, and they wouldn’t come close (sorry, girls). Her facial features- which are almost too perfect – made her a beacon for beauty campaigns which elevated her to one of the most recognizable faces in the world.”
2000s Supermodels
Now let’s talk about the supermodels of the 2000s. The term “supermodels” became relevant due to the 90s models.
However, now, finding a supermodel is quite rare since everyone can be a model but not everyone can be a supermodel. Among those few, here are the top supermodels of the 2000s.
1. Gisele Bundchen
Making her runway debut in New York Fashion Week back in 1996, this Brazilian beauty made a name for herself in the world of fashion. She became widely popular when she started walking for Victoria’s Secret when she pioneered her famous “horse walk.”
While walking, “when a model picks her knees-up high and kicks her feet out in front.” She was the face of multiple fashion brands like Versace, Chanel, Givenchy, and even Salvatore Ferragamo. Claudia Schiffer once said, “Bundchen is the only remaining supermodel.”
2. Chanel Iman
Started her modeling career when she was just 12 years old, Chanel Iman was born to be a model. She has walked for brands like Tom Ford, Burberry, Max Mara, Guccy, and Balenciaga.
Iman also walked for Victoria’s Secret and got her Angel wings in 2010. She made a perfectly seamless transition from the stage to the screen with shows like America’s Next Top Model.
3. Karlie Kloss
She is one of the most popular supermodels of the 2000s. Working with big names like Louis Vuitton, Donna Karan, and Lacoste, Kloss became highly popular as a Victoria’s Secret Angel. She launched a clothing brand along with fellow model Miranda Kerr, named Kode with Klossy.
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Wrapping Up!
Now that you know some of the most famous supermodels of all time, then you will get to know what it is like to be a real model.
Nowadays, the word supermodel is given to any and every model and has lost all its essence. So if you liked this article, then give it a like and comment down below.
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