Written By: Rachel Brooks
Cindy Crawford

Cindy Crawford
Cindy Crawford: A cultural icon in the ’90s, Crawford starred in numerous fashion campaigns and commercials, including Pepsi. Her distinct beauty mark and presence on MTV’s House of Style solidified her fame.

Tyra Banks

Tyra Banks
Tyra Banks: Banks transitioned from modeling to media success, becoming the first Black model on the cover of Sports Illustrated Swimsuit Issue and creating the influential reality show America’s Next Top Model.

Naomi Campbell

Naomi Campbell
Naomi Campbell: The queen of the catwalk, Campbell faced challenges as often being the only Black model in major shows. Her signature strut became iconic, and she has worked tirelessly to promote diversity in the industry.

Kimora Lee Simmons

Kimora Lee Simmons
Kimora Lee Simmons: Discovered at a young age by Karl Lagerfeld, Simmons became a successful model and later founded the Baby Phat brand, significantly impacting the fashion industry.

Heidi Klum

Heidi Klum
Heidi Klum: Klum leveraged her modeling fame into television and business, becoming a prominent figure on shows like Project Runway and developing her own lingerie line.

Tatjana Patitz

Tatjana Patitz
Tatjana Patitz: A key member of the fashion elite, Patitz was known for her campaigns with major brands and her memorable role in George Michael’s “Freedom! ’90” music video alongside other supermodels.

Shalom Harlow

Shalom Harlow
Shalom Harlow: Recognized for her unique look, Harlow worked with renowned designers and co-hosted House of Style, later appearing in films like How to Lose a Guy in 10 Days.

Christy Turlington

Christy Turlington
Christy Turlington: Part of the “Holy Trinity” of supermodels, Turlington rose to fame in New York and later focused on social causes, particularly maternal health, through her organization Every Mother Counts.

Kate Moss

Kate Moss
Kate Moss: Moss’s controversial entry into fashion at 14 marked a shift towards a more waif-like aesthetic. She became a symbol of the grunge movement and a pop culture icon due to her lifestyle and relationships.

Linda Evangelista

Linda Evangelista
Linda Evangelista: Known as the ultimate chameleon, the Canadian supermodel transformed her look frequently throughout the ’90s, captivating designers and becoming a central figure in fashion campaigns and runway shows.

Carla Bruni Sarkozy

Carla Bruni Sarkozy
Carla Bruni Sarkozy: A successful model who walked for major designers, Bruni later became France’s First Lady after marrying President Nicolas Sarkozy and has pursued a music career since.

Amber Valletta

Amber Valletta
Amber Valletta: Valletta transitioned from modeling to acting, known for her work with top fashion brands and as a host on MTV’s House of Style, while maintaining her approachable image.

Claudia Schiffer

Claudia Schiffer
Claudia Schiffer: Discovered in a nightclub, Schiffer became a favorite of designers like Karl Lagerfeld and was known for her striking looks, earning her a place among the fashion elite and numerous magazine covers.