The 10 Models You Need To Follow On Insta For Serious Beauty Inspo
Making it as fashion model is no easy feat—especially in this day and age. Many people can take a striking (#veryfiltered) selfie and look amazing, but in order to sign with an agency, book a campaign, strut your stuff on the runway and really gain a following in the industry, it's more important than ever to truly stand out. The quirkier and more unique your lewk, the more likely you are to carve a lane in the competitive career.
Our favorite up-and-comers have the coolest, most stand-out features and flaunt them without any hesitation. We're talking major power brows, bleached blonde strands, mini afros, pouty lips...you name it. If you're feeling insecure about your appearance, make like these new faces and embrace what you've got. These girls are causing a stir and for good reason—they're confident, silly and having fun with their newfound fame.
Click through to get to know our favorite rising stars—and someone please sign these girls up with a beauty contract, STAT!
Photo: Courtesy of Instagram1/11Rebel Red @gracesimmons
Copper strands and tawny makeup ruled the recent runways, and we couldn’t be happier. Australian beauty Grace Simmons embodies the ginger spirit with crimson hair, porcelain skin and the fiercest freckles—we love that she sets the sea of blondes and brunettes ablaze with her unique vibe. This girl is on fire!
Photos: Courtesy of Instagram2/11Looking good is their job.
Photo: Courtesy of Instagram3/11Model Student @bhumika_arora04
Indian newcomer Bhumika’s jet-black strands and beautiful, bold brows are bringing much-needed diversity to the runways. Plus, at 27, this former M.B.A. student proves that it’s never too late to go after your dreams. Bhumika is the epitome of beautiful.
Photo: Courtesy of Instagram4/11Girl Next Door @annikakrijt
When we spotted Annika Krijt backstage at the DVF F/W 2015 show, she seemed genuinely surprised that we wanted to snap a pic, or 10. After seeing her pillowy lips, humble attitude and effortless gorgeousness, we were instantly hooked. And her DIY Insta spa is totally relatable—even models enjoy some extra pampering.
Photo: Courtesy of Instagram5/11Hair Story @lineisymontero
Sometimes, all it takes is one model to change the face of the industry. When Dominican Republic native Lineisy Montero took to the Prada catwalk rocking her mini afro, she made waves in the fashion industry. Finally, natural hair was something to be celebrated! Since then, Lineisy has been rocking her born-with-it look on runways aplenty. We can’t wait to see where Lineisy’s ’fro and sweet smile end up next.
Photo: Courtesy of Instagram6/11Ice Queen @pyperamerica
When you come from a family of rockstar-slash-supermodels (yes, that is a thing), you especially need to develop your own standout style. Meet Pyper Smith. If you think she looks familiar, that’s because you’re probably already following her male model brother, Lucky Blue, on Instagram. With her white-as-snow hair, brows that could win an arch-off against Cara and piercing blue eyes...we think you’ll be seeing much more of this super sister.
Photo: Courtesy of Instagram7/11Candy Crush @warukatta
Models dye their hair for jobs all the time, but when Fernanda walked Louis Vuitton with cotton candy-colored strands, everyone stopped to ask, "who is that girl!?" The coolest part of Fernanda’s now-famous ’do? She dyes it herself. Now, if only she’d take appointments...
Photo: Courtesy of Instagram8/11Ciao Bella! @greta_varlese
Whether she’s showing off her blunt fringe or side-swept strands, this Italian-born Swiss beauty has our heads turning. Something about her pale skin, striking green eyes and pretty pout is seriously refreshing. She might just have you thinking about ditching the self-tanner. Plus, her carefree, playful attitude is infectious. We want hang time with Greta.
Photo: Courtesy of Instagram9/11Galatic Girl @molllsbair
The fashion crowd has always flocked towards girls with an otherworldly feel (hello, Gemma Ward!) Now, meet Molly. Although she’s currently booking jobs left and right, she hasn’t always been praised for her looks. She told CNN she used to be called "praying mantis" and "alien" for her unique appearance. All the more reason to laugh at the haters and be proud of what you’re rocking.
Photo: Courtesy of Instagram10/11She Bangs @marjanjonkman
When Dutch model Marjan Jonkman dyed her hair flan blonde and cut it into a choppy shag, her career catapulted—proving that sometimes all you need is a cool hair update. Her big, beautiful blue eyes and lash-grazing bangs are a match made in beauty heaven. Girl also knows a thing or two about taking #flawless just-woke-up-like-this selfies.
Photo: Courtesy of Instagram11/11Angel Face @kristine_froseth
Sometimes you encounter a girl with a certain je ne sais quoi, and you know she’s gonna make it...BIG. Introducing Kristine Froseth. She has baby Miranda Kerr vibes—glowy skin, sparkling eyes and tousled hair. She also makes a case for the whole no-makeup makeup look—understated is always prettiest.
