Supermodels representing the 00s

After the supermodel heyday of the [90s, up-and-coming models faced a new standard of beauty, a new digital age (some of whom have garnered huge followings in this era), and a rapidly evolving industry. the supermodels who defined the 00s, from Gisele Bundchen and Adriana Lima to Victoria's Secret pros like Joan Smalls and Karlie Kloss, remain the most famous faces to have walked the runway.

Before we go any further, let's take a look at some of the most iconic supermodels of the '00s.

Daria Werbowy began her modeling career in Canada, eventually becoming a spokesmodel for Lancôme, campaigning with Prada, and gracing the covers of various magazines; she returned to modeling in 2023, during which time she also worked as a photographer.

Natalia Vodianova was on the cover of Vogue over 80 times and was one of the highest paid models in the world in her heyday, including a longstanding relationship with Guerlain; in 2021 she was named a Goodwill Ambassador by the United Nations Population Fund; in 2021 she was named a "Goodwill Ambassador" by the United Nations Population Fund; in 2022 she was named a "Goodwill Ambassador" by the United Nations Population Fund.

Bar Rafaeli was on the cover of Sports Illustrated's Swimsuit Edition in 2009. She actually started modeling as a child and became one of the most famous Israeli models, appearing on the covers of various campaigns and magazines. Rafaeli became the host of X Factor Israel in 2014 and co-hosted Eurovision.

Hanne Gaby Odiele made her runway debut in 2005 and has had numerous high-profile runway shows, advertising campaigns, and magazine features (including walking the runway for Michael Kors in 2024). Odiele has been an advocate for other intersex people like them since 2017.

Julia Nobis is a late 00s model who actually only started modeling in 2009 and got her first major exclusive (Calvin Klein) in 2010. However, her career has been long and extensive, working with Prada, Marc Jacobs, Chanel, Burberry, and Dior. She participated in Fashion Week 2023.

Angela Lindvall entered the modeling world as a teenager, and (along with a long career that includes covers and campaigns for various magazines, including Zara) Lindvall has also acted, including a small role on Kiss Kiss Bang Bang and hosting Project Runway All Stars. She has also continued to work as an actor, appearing on the cover of Icon magazine in 2024.

Gemma Ward made her debut at Australian Fashion Week at the young age of 15. She walked the most iconic runway for Alexander McQueen and became one of the youngest models to grace the cover of American Vogue. She has also worked as an actor, appearing in films such as "The Strangers" and "Pirates of the Caribbean: On Stranger Tides."

Russian model Natasha Poly began working in her native country at age 15 and rose to supermodel status in the late 00s on the runways of Alexander McQueen, Oscar de la Renta, and Calvin Klein and in various campaigns. During the 2023/2024 season, she also worked for Michael Kors and Givenchy.

Lily Donaldson was discovered in her native England in the early 00s and soon began walking the runways for designers such as Chanel and Louis Vuitton. She began walking in Victoria's Secret fashion shows. She continued to work and attended the Met Gala in 2024.

Estonian model Carmen Cass was scouted as a teenager and began achieving international success at age 18. While continuing to work, Kass is also active in the world of chess.

Lily Cole, "Model of the Year" at the 2004 British Fashion Awards, has appeared in countless high-profile runways and campaigns, including a campaign with Longchamp. She has also been outspoken about the causes she supports, including writing "Who Cares Wins" in 2020, which became a podcast.

Perhaps best known for her work for Estee Lauder and the cover of the Sports Illustrated Swimsuit Issue, Hilary Rhoda began her professional life in campaigns for Hollister and Abercrombie, and later worked for Balenciaga and Max Mara. Rhoda continued to work into the 2020s, including for Goop.

A favorite of Marc Jacobs, Caroline Trentini is a Brazilian model scouted by the same agency that scouted Gisele Bundchen. She has worked for major brands such as Versace, Victoria's Secret, and Vera Wang, and walked for Schiaparelli in June 2024.

You may actually be familiar with Devon Aoki's former work as an actor (including 2 Fast 2 Furious, Sin City, and DOA: Dead or Alive). But she has also walked the runways for Balenciaga and Chanel, created ad campaigns for Tiffany & Co. and Lancome, and graced the cover of Vogue Japan in November 2023.

Alek Wek is a British-South Sudanese model who was scouted in London at the age of 18. Her work included some of Alexander McQueen's most memorable shows, and her presence on major runways was groundbreaking; since 2002 she has been a voice for refugees and South Sudan.

Karen Elson's career took off when she appeared on the cover of Italian Vogue at the age of 18 (1997), and she subsequently walked the runways for such prestigious brands as Marc Jacobs and Dolce & Gabbana. While she has continued to work as a model, you may also know her music career as a singer, including with the Citizens Band.

Ethiopian model Liya Kebede, who has graced the cover of Vogue 20 times and many other magazines, signed an exclusive contract with Tom Ford in 2000 to be the face of Estee Lauder. Kebede continued working and launched her own clothing line in 2007.

A so-called "digital model," Coco Rocha married her modeling career, which included work for Marc Jacobs and Vogue, with an understanding of technology (including attracting a large social media following). She personally trains up-and-coming models in the industry and founded the Coco Rocha Model Camp in 2018.

Known as one of the top models of the 00s, Agyness Deyn was a prolific model (Chanel and Dior ads, runways for Burberry and Dolce & Gabbana, etc.). She retired in the decade, but continued to work from time to time, also as an actor and singer.

Dutch model Doutzen Kroes began modeling in 2003 and quickly became a superstar: she has been a Victoria's Secret Angel since 2008 and a brand ambassador for L'Oreal Paris since 2006. 2008. She has been a Victoria's Secret Angel and a brand ambassador for L'Oréal Paris since 2006.

Alexa Chung is the co-host of the British show Popworld and briefly appeared on MTV's It's On with Alexa Chung in 2009. She has also worked with Stella McCartney, DKNY, and Miu Miu, and (like others on this list) has a large social media presence.

Liu Wen, sometimes called China's first supermodel, was the first Chinese model to walk in a Victoria's Secret fashion show and the first Chinese model to appear three times in American Vogue; she also appeared in Bazaar China in June 2024.

While most people think of Kate Moss for her impressive career in the 1990s, she had a bustling career in the following decade (and beyond). Despite some personal controversy, she continued to work with major designers and received vocal public support from Alexander McQueen, including a holographic appearance in his show.

Puerto Rican model Joan Smalls is a major supermodel. Although she would have a major impact in the 2010s and beyond (including being the first Latina model to work with Estee Lauder cosmetics), her career actually began when she was scouted in 2007, working on commercials for Nordstrom, etc. In the late teens, her work shifted to run shifted to working on the web.

Heidi Klum may be well known for her work in media outlets like Project Runway and America's Got Talent, but it is often forgotten that she was the first German Victoria's Secret Angel (she often hosted the show in the 00s ), it is often forgotten that she was the first German Victoria's Secret Angel. She also graced the cover of Sports Illustrated and participated in runways and campaigns.

Czech-American Karolina Kurkova was a major Vogue cover star, appearing on over 50 covers, including International Vogue, and was a Victoria's Secret Angel. She was a major supermodel of the 00's (and one of the highest earners). A mother and entrepreneur, she continued to work.

Miranda Kerr, Australia's Victoria's Secret Angel (and face of the PINK line), was also the face of Clinique and did a bit of acting in the 2000s. She continued to model and work as a brand ambassador, and in 2009 founded her own skincare product line, KORA Organics.

Alessandra Ambrosio, one of the most infamous Brazilian models of the decade, was a Victoria's Secret Angel (and PINK's first spokesmodel) in the 2000s. Ambrosio also worked as an actress and media personality, and continued to work with major designers.

She officially became a Victoria's Secret Angel in 2010, but Chanel Iman worked with the brand in the 00s. She also graced the covers of several magazines and worked with big brands. Iman continued to work with the brand, including working with Sports Illustrated in 2024.

Karlie Kloss technically became a Victoria's Secret Angel in 2013, but she was discovered in the mid-00s and worked with Teen Vogue and Abercrombie Kids before moving to runway work in the late 00s. 2024. she walked the runway for Schiaparelli.

Adriana Lima (born in Brazil), the longest serving Victoria's Secret model, began working with the brand in 1999. She also worked for decades, landing major assignments with brands like Guess' and Maybelline; in 2023, she was named a Global Fan Ambassador for the Women's World Cup.

It would be hard to compete with Gisele Bundchen's career success and longevity. While a Victoria's Secret Angel, she also worked with great models like Alexander McQueen. She returned to modeling in 2022 and reunited with VS in 2023.

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