1.Joan Smalls
With her innate elegance and multi-cultural beauty, Joan Smalls has become the defining face of modern luxury. Her unique blend of strength and elegance has captivated everyone from Karl Lagerfeld, Steven Meisel, and Carine Roitfeld. Her flawless bookings raise the bar for models everywhere. Vogue Italia, Vogue Paris, Pop, i-D, V, W, there isn't a cover she hasn't conquered, nor a campaign she hasn't landed. With the coup de grâce of an Estee Lauder contract solidifying her place as the girl of the moment, Joan moved from phenom to full-fledged powerhouse. Few models have seized their moment in such chic style.
Nationality: Puerto Rico
Age: 21
"I was the tomboy. I was always getting messy, falling down and scratching my
knees. We sisters were always close-knit and protective of each other. It’s still like that
now, and I think that’s what keeps me strong in this business. It’s easy to get lost
in New York, but having my family is what kept me out of trouble. I always knew
I could call home."
Nationality: Puerto Rico
Age: 21
"I was the tomboy. I was always getting messy, falling down and scratching my
knees. We sisters were always close-knit and protective of each other. It’s still like that
now, and I think that’s what keeps me strong in this business. It’s easy to get lost
in New York, but having my family is what kept me out of trouble. I always knew
I could call home."
2.Karlie Kloss
Just when you think you've got Karlie Kloss figured out the beauty from St. Louis surprises you. When you thought she was just a high fashion princess Karlie comes along and scoops up every money client. When you think she's the cute girl next door she opens up and shows Vogue Italia her sexy, powerful side. Karlie's versatility and endless drive have impressed everyone in the business - you gotta love a girl who can make Anna Wintour smile - and given that clients like Dior, Donna Karan and Oscar de la Renta are clamoring for Ms. Kloss' attention, we're sure to be seeing her around for a long time coming.
Nationality: United States
Age: 20
"You can always count on me to have something to eat in my purse, especially backstage - I generally have just about everything except the kitchen sink hidden in my bag,'"
Nationality: United States
Age: 20
"You can always count on me to have something to eat in my purse, especially backstage - I generally have just about everything except the kitchen sink hidden in my bag,'"
3.Arizona Muse
The fashion world just can’t get enough of Arizona Muse, her inch thick brows and gamine presence. Since reinventing herself with that oft-imitated signature bob, Ms. Muse has scooped up every campaign under the sun including superstar signifiers like YSL, Chloe, Fendi and Vuitton. Throw in a few well-placed covers for the likes of i-D, Dazed & Confused, Self Service and every Vogue under the sun and you have the makings of a model moment.
Nationality: United States
Age: 24
"A message for any potential models, you've got to be willing to work really hard. Working models are always exhausted."
Nationality: United States
Age: 24
"A message for any potential models, you've got to be willing to work really hard. Working models are always exhausted."
4.Saskia De Brauw
Unstoppable. Unforgettable. Inimitable. Saskia de Brauw is the new queen of high fashion cool - forever may she reign!
Nationality: Holland
Age: 32
"I am far from perfect, but I have something else. I heard that people in the industry are longing for more personality and diversity. Perhaps I am more a 'character' than a model.I never had worked in high fashion before, had never experienced it when I was a model before. I appreciate it, being able to work with such talented people; it feels like a gift now. I think for everyone everything happens at the right time, and this is my time."
Nationality: Holland
Age: 32
"I am far from perfect, but I have something else. I heard that people in the industry are longing for more personality and diversity. Perhaps I am more a 'character' than a model.I never had worked in high fashion before, had never experienced it when I was a model before. I appreciate it, being able to work with such talented people; it feels like a gift now. I think for everyone everything happens at the right time, and this is my time."
5.Liu Wen
The game-changer from Bejing just keeps on breaking boundaries. Liu Wen stands out as the first Asian face of cosmetics giant Estee Lauder and her bookings continue to be flawless. Multiple Vogue China covers, campaigns for Calvin Klein and Lane Crawford and a slew of editorials that showcase that irresistible smile.
Nationality: China
Age: 25
"Fashion is a good job for a young girl. I like clothes - I like to play with clothes. I like DIY; I like to make outfit."
Nationality: China
Age: 25
"Fashion is a good job for a young girl. I like clothes - I like to play with clothes. I like DIY; I like to make outfit."
6.Karmen Pedaru
When Karmen Pedaru lands a campaign she doesn’t just show up for one season. The powerful Ms. Pedaru settles in and quickly becomes the face of everything the brand represents from fragrance, to main collection, take a look at her sensational multi-season work for Michael Kors and Gucci in case you need proof. Factor in her editorial presence and the steadily increasing stream of covers and you’ll see Karmen is here to stay.
Nationality: Estonia
Age: 23
“I never mix my work with my personal life. ”
Nationality: Estonia
Age: 23
“I never mix my work with my personal life. ”
7.Daria Strokous
A blue chip cover, blue chip campaigns and sustained runway credibility underscore the fact that Miss Strokous is lodged deep in the Meisel school of making model stars. Watch her claim the moment.
Nationality: Russia
Age: 22
"I have 10 pairs of sunglasses with me right now, i don't know why"
Nationality: Russia
Age: 22
"I have 10 pairs of sunglasses with me right now, i don't know why"
8.Constance Jablonski
Who would think that a coquettish French stunner would come and conquer America’s biggest beauty client? Constance Jablonski’s piercing blue eyes have come to define the new look of Estee Lauder, but the beauty queen keeps things exciting with an ongoing editorial presence that includes turns for Interview, Numero, Bazaar and of course Vogue Paris.
Nationality: France
Age: 22
"The best advice I learned through my job with the different stylists I’ve worked with is to always be careful with the proportions of your silhouette. If choosing a dress with volume, make sure it's balanced. A bubble-skirted frock, for example, should have a slim top, while a pouf-sleeved piece should be narrower on the bottom."
Nationality: France
Age: 22
"The best advice I learned through my job with the different stylists I’ve worked with is to always be careful with the proportions of your silhouette. If choosing a dress with volume, make sure it's balanced. A bubble-skirted frock, for example, should have a slim top, while a pouf-sleeved piece should be narrower on the bottom."
9. Suvi Koponen
Once again, Suvi is the name on everyone's lips. Out of nowhere Mrs. Riggs managed to score that coveted Calvin contract, a fragrance campaign and the cover of Vogue Paris' March edition. The momentum just keeps building and we forsee the rise of a true high fashion power player.
Nationality: Finland
Age: 25
"It really annoys me that people think every model has an eating disorder, and every model is dumb. Most of the girls are naturally skinny, like me. I don’t have to watch what I eat. I love eating! Especially ice-cream and salty snacks."
Nationality: Finland
Age: 25
"It really annoys me that people think every model has an eating disorder, and every model is dumb. Most of the girls are naturally skinny, like me. I don’t have to watch what I eat. I love eating! Especially ice-cream and salty snacks."
10.Kati Nescher
Kati Nescher is the a newcomer who justified the hype. It is one thing to open more fashion week shows than anyone else, it is another thing to back that up with a campaign season that rivals the greats. Kati Nescher has proven track record of excellence in every arena and balancing only girl ads for Tom Ford, Alexander Wang & Nina Ricci cements her girl of the moment status.
Nationality: Germany
Age: 27
"My perfect vacation would be a long trip around the world with my little family and some of my best friends. Simply pull off: discover a lot of new countries, cities, people, cultures ... And if we want time for us, then we fly between a beautiful island and enjoy nature."
Nationality: Germany
Age: 27
"My perfect vacation would be a long trip around the world with my little family and some of my best friends. Simply pull off: discover a lot of new countries, cities, people, cultures ... And if we want time for us, then we fly between a beautiful island and enjoy nature."