14.07.2010
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Supermodels - then and now
Tall, leggy, and beautiful - supermodels are a rare breed. We've tracked down some pictures of some of the world's first original supermodels from the 80s and 90s - aka the "Supermodel Era" - and on the whole they don't look a whole lot different now! Take a look at these stunning super-models as we take a trip down memory lane.
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Twiggy now... The doe-eyed beauty modeled in France, Japan, and the U.S., and landed on the covers of Vogue all before1967! Twiggy went on to enjoy a successful career as a screen, stage, and television actress. She has hosted her own series, Twiggy's People, in which she interviewed celebrities, and also appeared as a judge on the reality show America's Next Top Model. -
Eva Herzigova now... Eva’s first important appearance was the WonderBra campaign in the 1990’s. She was also featured in Guess? Jeans advertisements. She also appeared in the Victoria's Secret catalog and Sports Illustrated. Nowadays Eva has turned to acting, and has had roles in a few independent films. -
Twiggy then... -
Eva Herzigova then... -
Christie Brinkley now... The All-American Christie was best known for her three appearances on the cover of Sports Illustrated Swimsuit Issue in the late 1970's and early 1980's, as well as her long-running contract with CoverGirl and for her marriage to musician Billy Joel. She now spends her time working as an actress, illustrator, photographer, writer, and designer, as well as being an activist for human and animal rights. Phew! -
Christie Brinkley then... -
Christy Turlington then... -
Christy Turlington now... A then 14-year-old Turlington was talent-spotted while eating cake (apparently models do eat!) She went on to have a prolific career and is best known as the face of Calvin Klein – a position she held from 1987 – 2007. -
Linda Evangelista now... Linda knew from the get go that supermodels were of another species, infamously saying “We don’t get out of bed for less than $10,000 a day.” Her modelling career was successful (she worked for Chanel, Versace and Dolce & Gabbana) but she had her fair share of controversy – including the time she cut off all her hair in favour of a boyish, pixie style and consequently lost a number of runway bookings. Today Linda is still doing modelling and has most recently worked for L’Oreal. -
Linda Evangelista then... -
Tyra Banks then... -
Tyra Banks now... This “fierce” supermodel started young, and soon became one of the top-earning dark-skinned models in the industry. Tyra now has her own cable show, The Tyra Banks Show, and famously settled the feud between Naomi Campbell and herself on air. -
Naomi Campbell now... Naomi landed the cover of Vogue Paris as the first dark-skinned cover girl at the tender age of 17, and by the 90’s was in huge demand. Naomi is still making a decent wage on the modelling circuit, but it seems as though she spends a decent chunk of it on legal fees… -
Naomi Campbell then... -
Karen Mulder now... Karen was taken on by Elite modelling agency at a young age and went on to model for campaigns such as Calvin Klein, Claude Montana, Ralph Lauren, and Yves Saint-Laurent's. She now dabbles in acting. -
Karen Mulder then... -
Stephanie Seymour now... Stephanie was first discovered by John Casablanca for Elite Models, and she eventually earned her supermodel wings through her long-term presence on the Victoria’s Secret catwalk – she was a prominent figure in their campaigns from 1993-1997. Stephanie then forayed into acting with her most notable part in Law & Order: Criminal Intent in 2002. -
Stephanie Seymour then... -
Paulina Porizkova now... Paulina originally applied for a job at Elite modelling agency in 1980 as a photographer, but they decided she’d be better in front of the lens. Gracing covers like Sports Illustrated, Playboy, and Harper’s Bazaar, she had huge success. Paulina has since been part of the panel of judges on America’s Next Top Model. -
Paulina Porizkova then... -
Claudia Schiffer now... She was discovered at age 17 in a German nightclub and shot to fame during the 90’s after appearing on her first cover for French Elle magazine. It’s safe to say that this German beauty looks completely ageless! -
Claudia Schiffer then... -
Elle Macpherson then... -
Elle Macpherson now... “The Body” continues to amaze the world with her effortless figure. She made a record by featuring on Sports Illustrated Swimsuit Issue five times in the 1980’s. She since has began a series of business ventures including Elle Macpherson Intimates, a lingerie line, and now hosts Britain’s Next Top Model. -
Kate Moss then... -
Kate Moss now... The uncommonly short model was discovered in 1988 at age 14 and catapulted in to popularity. Landing gigs with Vogue, Chanel, and practically every other brand you can think of, Kate has made a huge success from her modelling career and continues to do so…when she’s not partying or hitting up musical festivals. -
Cindy Crawford now... The brunette beauty known for her signature mole made the right choice getting in to modelling – did you know she once studied chemical engineering? From studying textbooks to the runways of the world, Cindy changed the all-American girl look from blonde hair and blue eyes to sexy brunette. She stopped modelling in 2000, but continues to offer celebrity endorsement on a number of projects, and it’s obvious she’s maintained her stunning looks. -
Cindy Crawford then...
Twiggy now... The doe-eyed beauty modeled in France, Japan, and the U.S., and landed on the covers of Vogue all before1967! Twiggy went on to enjoy a successful career as a screen, stage, and television actress. She has hosted her own series, Twiggy's People, in which she interviewed celebrities, and also appeared as a judge on the reality show America's Next Top Model.
