The term supermodel (also spelled super-model, super model) refers to a highly-paid fashion model who usually has a worldwide reputation and often a background in haute couture and commercial modeling. The term became prominent in the popular culture of the 1980s. Supermodels usually work for top fashion designers and labels. They have multi-million dollar contracts, endorsements and campaigns. They have branded themselves as household names and worldwide recognition is associated with their modeling careers. They have been on the covers of various magazines. Claudia Schiffer stated, "In order to become a supermodel one must be on all the covers all over the world at the same time so that people can recognise the girls."

Contents

• 1 History
  • 1.1 Origins of term and first supermodel
  • 1.2 1960s-1970s
  • 1.3 1980s
  • 1.4 1990s
  • 1.5 2000s and present day
• 2 Criticism
• 3 See also
• 4 References
• 5 External links

History

Noun

supermodel (plural supermodels)

1. A highly paid, famous fashion model.

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