Forbes has released its annual list of “The World’s Top Earning Models,” and Gisele Bundchen ranks number one.  Again.  The supermodel made an estimated $45 million dollars last year.  She is followed by the usual suspect, Heidi Klum at $20 million, Kate Moss a cool $13.5, Adriana Lima made $8 million and Alessandra Ambrosio rounded out the top 5 at $5 million.  Check the rest of the list below. 

1. Gisele Bündchen – $45 Million
2. Heidi Klum – $20 Million
3. Kate Moss – $13.5 Million
4. Adriana Lima – $8 Million
5. Alessandra Ambrosio - $5 Million
6. Daria Werbowy – $4.5 Million
7. Lara Stone – $4.5 Million
8. Carolyn Murphy – $4.3 million
9. Natalia Vodianova – $4 million
10. Candice Swanepoel – $3 million

In Pictures: The World’s Top-Earning Models [Forbes]

Here’s a preview of Dolce & Gabbana ’s new Spring 2011 ad campaign.   This one featured models Alessandra Ambrosio and Izabel Goulart.  The black and white image is rather sultry; Izabel stares head on into the camera, while Alessandra is posed in a position that could be described as sensual.  The ads were shot by fashion photographer Steven Klein; this was merely a first look, the rest should be revealed soon.

Gisele Bundchen and Heidi Klum top Forbes’ list of the highest paid models two years in a row.  Gisele earned $25 million and Heidi earned $16 million dollars in 2009.  There are at least six current or former Victoria’s Secret models on this list.  Is that a coincidence?  It apparently pays to be an ‘Angel’.  See the other models who made the list.

Forbes’ List of Highest Paid Models - 2010:

1. Gisele Bundchen – $25 million
2. Heidi Klum – $16 million
3. Kate Moss – $9 million
4. Adriana Lima – $7.5 million
5. Doutzen Kroes – $6 million
6. Alessandra Ambrosio – $5.5 million
7. Natalia Vodianova – $5.5 million
8. Daria Werbowy – $4 million
9. Miranda Kerr – $4 million
10. Carolyn Murphy – $3.5 million

Bundchen Tops Forbes’ List of Highest Paid Models [NBC New York]

Prada’s Fall 2010 collection was a case of the present revisiting the past for inspiration for the future.  In this instance it was an expedition to the 1950′s, a simpiler time that is often idealized in film and television.   The color palette was very subdued, with tan, aquamarine blue, and black as the predominate hues.   Even the prints were restrained, though beautiful.  There were a couple of instances of an unknown material, it came in a tan skirt and matching jacket, and a black jacket that appeared to be made from a shiny rubber-like or patent leather material.  I loved the look of crinoline under the coats, skirts and dresses; it gave off a rigid and prudish vibe that was perfect for the show.  A few of the dresses had beautiful ruffled details and embellishments.  Some of the looks reminded me of the classic Italian beauty, and Sophia Loren came to mind.  Of course the show included bags, shoes, eyewear that completed the overly demure, but equally sexy looks.  Okay, the boots were not very reserved, they were unabashedly hot.  We now know that the Prada lady will look like a book-worm come fall with a twist of sensuality.  Victoria’s Secret models Alessandra Ambrosio, Doutzen Kroes and Miranda Kerr walked the show, as well as model of the moment, Lara Stone, and they navigated a maze of a runway.

Image from Fashionista

It’s that time of year again, time for the annual Victoria’s Secret fashion show.  Mark your calendars because the show will take place on Novemeber 19th, and airs on December 1st. 

Angels Heidi Klum, Karolina Kurkova and Adriana Lima will not be donning their wings this year because they are either pregnant, or have recently given birth.  Heidi, however, will host the show, only weeks after giving birth to a baby girl.

If you’re wondering who will be walking in the show this year.  Well, Victoria’s Secret has found five new Angels.  Among them is Chanel Iman, known more for her runway appearances in New York, Milan and Paris.

Rounding out the five new Angels are Emanuela de Paula, Lindsay Ellingson, Candice Swanepoel and Rosie Huntington-Whiteley.  They will join Alessandra Ambrosio, Miranda Kerr, Marisa Miller, and Doutzen Kroes on the runway.  Now we wait for word on the new Angel to be selected from a nation-wide casting call.  Sure they were selected for their personalities, but I’m sure they won’t look bad in their underwear either.

Victoria’s Secret Announces Newest Angels, Including Chanel Iman  [Fashionologie]

Five Models Just Got a Lot More Famous  [The Cut]

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