With the modeling industry experiencing a renaissance in diversity, it’s refreshing to see new faces on the runway. These 21 young women are all under 25 with an incredible career ahead of them (in fashion and generally). Some are breaking barriers for diversity or being plus-sized, and others have been chosen as spokespeople for major brands.
1. Hannah Elizabeth Motley – British Fashion Model
| Hannah Elizabeth Motler | Information |
|---|---|
| Full Name | Hannah Elizabeth Motler |
| Born | June 6, 2001, Nottingham, England |
| Nationality | British |
| Hair Colour | Blonde |
| Eye Colour | Blue |
| Agency | DNA Models (New York), Ford Models (Paris), The Fabbrica (Milan), Scoop Models (Copenhagen), Le Management (Hamburg), Premier Model Management (London) (mother agency) |
| Discovery | Discovered at age 12 by Premier Model Management at a One Direction concert in Manchester |
| Runway Highlights | Calvin Klein, Erdem, Dries van Noten, Versus Versace, Miu Miu, Dior, Prada, Moschino, Giambattista Valli, Victoria Beckham, Helmut Lang, Fendi, Marc Jacobs, JW Anderson, Burberry, Coach New York, Givenchy, Chloé, Valentino, Sonia Rykiel, Maison Margiela, Louis Vuitton |
| Campaigns | Versace, Miu Miu, Coach New York |
| Editorials | British Vogue, Interview, Love |
| Vogue Description | Described as an “English rose” and “an unstoppable force” by Vogue magazine |
Hannah Elizabeth Motley was born in 2001. She is a British fashion model, and she was born in Cornwall, England. She started her career on her 6th birthday and has worked for different brands and agencies.
2. Gisele Fox – Merican Fashion Model
| Gisele Fox | Information |
|---|---|
| Full Name | Gisele Fox |
| Born | 2001 (age 21–22), Seattle, Washington |
| Nationality | American |
| Hair color | Red |
| Eye color | Brown |
| Agency | Elite Model Management (Paris), Monster Management (Milan), Select Model Management (London), SMG (Seattle), Bravo Models (Tokyo) |
| Modeling Career | Started modeling in Seattle, Washington and gained experience in Italy |
| Notable Runway Shows | Miu Miu, Valentino, Marni, Marc Jacobs, Fendi, Dior, Margiela, Lanvin, Givenchy, Hermès, Jil Sander, Calvin Klein, Prada (closed) |
| Prominent Advertisements | Prada, Versace, Marc Jacobs, Coach New York, Michael Kors, McQ |
| Magazine Covers | Interview, Vogue Thailand |
| Distinctive Hairstyle | Pixie cut |
Gisele Fox was born in 2001. She is an American fashion model who was first discovered on social media when she was 16. She has since then walked for top designers such as Fendi, Moschino, and Dolce & Gabbana, as well as magazines like Elle, Vogue, and L’Officiel.
3. Kaia Jordan Gerber – American Model And Actress
| Kaia Jordan Gerber | Information |
|---|---|
| Full Name | Kaia Jordan Gerber |
| Birthdate | September 3, 2001 |
| Birthplace | Los Angeles, California, U.S. |
| Occupations | Model |
| Years Active | 2014–present |
| Parents | Cindy Crawford |
| Height | 5 ft 9 in |
| Hair Color | Brown |
| Eye Color | Brown |
| Agency | DNA Model Management (New York) |
| Awards | Model of the Year at the British Fashion Awards |
| Modeling Debut | Versace’s junior line, Young Versace |
| Runway Debut | Calvin Klein Collection, Raf Simons |
| Vogue Covers | First model born in the 2000s to achieve The Big Four |
| Collaborations | Omega, Marc Jacobs, Chanel, Valentino, Louis Vuitton, |
| Acting Debut | Sister Cities as young Carolina |
| Film Projects | American Horror Story, American Horror Stories, |
| Relationship Status | Dating actor Austin Butler |
| Residence | New York City |
Kaia Jordan Gerber was born in 2001. She is an American model and actress who started her career at 8. She has walked shows for major fashion houses such as Victoria’s Secret, Abercrombie & Fitch, and Versus Versace, as well as advertisements for brands like Herschel Supply Company and Nike.
4. Lilly Rose Depp – French-American Model And Actress
| Lilly Rose Depp | Information |
|---|---|
| Full Name | Lilly Rose Depp |
| Birthdate | May 27, 1999 |
| Birthplace | Neuilly-sur-Seine, Île-de-France, France |
| Citizenship | France, United States |
| Occupation(s) | Actress, Singer |
| Years Active | 2014–present |
| Parents | Johnny Depp (father) |
| Relatives | Alysson Paradis (aunt) |
| Sibling | Jack (John Christopher Depp III) |
| Native Ancestry | Claims to have Native American ancestry through her father |
| Education | Dropped out of high school in 2016 |
| Languages | Bilingual in English and French |
| Notable Films | The Dancer, Planetarium, The King |
| Notable TV Series | The Idol |
| Brand Ambassador | Chanel |
| Modeling | Promoted Chanel on runways and in fashion magazines |
| Awards/Nominations | Nominated for Most Promising Actress (César Awards) |
| Other Projects | Moose Jaws, The Empire, The Governesses, Nosferatu (Upcoming) |
| Relationship Status | In a relationship with rapper and singer 070 Shake |
| Social Causes | Supported Bernie Sanders in 2016 Democratic Party primaries |
| Personal Struggles | Recovered from anorexia |
| Media Attention | Subject to media reporting and scrutiny |
Lilly Rose Depp was born in 1999. She is an American model and actress who started her career at 11. She has walked shows for major fashion houses such as Victoria’s Secret, Abercrombie & Fitch, and Versus Versace, as well as advertisements for brands like Herschel Supply Company and Nike.
5. Celia West
| Celia West | Information |
|---|---|
| Full Name | Celia West |
| Born | Spartanburg, South Carolina, U.S. |
| Education | Salem College, University of North Carolina School of the Arts (BFA) |
| Occupation | Actress |
| Years Active | 1979–present |
| Known For | Alice, The Last Night of Ballyhoo, Dead Man Walking |
| Independent Spirit Award Nomination | Nominated for her performance in Dead Man Walking (1995) |
| Notable Movies | The Talented Mr. Ripley (1999), In the Bedroom (2001), Hulk (2003), The Village (2004) |
| Broadway Debut | Made her Broadway debut in 1979 |
| Role in Alice | Played Jolene Hunnicutt in the CBS sitcom Alice (1981–85) |
| Tony Award Nomination | Received a Tony Award nomination for The Last Night of Ballyhoo (1997) |
| Television Appearances | Law & Order: Special Victims Unit, Frasier, Desperate Housewives, Modern Family, American Horror Story: Freak Show |
| Professional Name | Changed her professional name to Weston due to another actress using Celia Watson |
| High School | Graduated from Spartanburg Day School |
Model, actor, activist, writer, and CEO Celia West. She was the most miniature professional runway model to walk at New York Fashion Week at barely ten years old (NYFW). Since then, she has co-authored two books, started her T-shirt business, The Chatty Chick, and still finds time to promote Black voices in the fashion industry.
Celia West is a rising star known for her stunning beauty and versatile acting skills. If you’re a fan of the Afro Latino community, check out our article on Afro Latino Celebrities to discover more talented people like Celia. Alternatively, if you’re interested in celebrities who are of a certain height, don’t miss our list of celebrities who are 5’6″ tall, where you may find other inspiring stars.
6. Adut Akech Bior – South Sudanese Model
| Adut Akech Bior | Information |
|---|---|
| Full Name | Adut Akech Bior |
| Nationality | South Sudanese, Australian |
| Occupation | Model |
| Years Active | 2016–present |
| Modelling Debut | Exclusive runway debut at Saint Laurent S/S 17 show |
| Model of the Year | Awarded “Model of the Year” by models.com |
| Notable Runway Shows | Closed Saint Laurent F/W 17 and S/S 18 shows as an exclusive |
| Notable Campaigns | Saint Laurent, Valentino, Zara, Moschino, and more |
| Magazine Features | Vogue, I-D Magazine, WSJ., Numéro, Vogue Australia, and more |
| Humanitarian Work | Collaborated with the United Nations Refugee Agency to support refugees |
| Recognition | Cover model for British Vogue’s September 2019 issue |
| British Fashion Awards | Won the ‘Model of the Year’ award |
| Music Collaboration | Featured in Beyonce’s “Black Is King” alongside Naomi Campbell |
| Recent Campaigns | Michael Kors and Victoria’s Secret |
| The W Magazine | Featured as one of 17 cover models on the September 2022 issue |
Adult Akech Bior was born in 1999. She is a South Sudanese model who started her career at 12. She has walked runway shows for major fashion houses and brands, including Dolce & Gabbana, Issey Miyake, Armani Exchange, and Dsquared2. In 2018 she became the first black model to appear on the cover of Vogue Arabia.
7. Halima Aden – Somali-American Fashion Model.
| Halima Aden | Information |
|---|---|
| Full Name | Halima Aden |
| Born | Kakuma refugee camp, Kenya |
| Nationality | Somali, American |
| Alma Mater | St. Cloud State University |
| Occupation | Model |
| Years Active | 2016–present |
| Modeling Agency | IMG Models (New York, Paris, Milan, London) |
| Height | 5 ft 5 in (1.65 m) |
| Eye Color | Dark brown |
| – Miss Minnesota USA | First woman to wear a hijab in the pageant |
| – Sports Illustrated Swimsuit | First model to wear hijab and burkini in the issue |
| – Vogue Arabia, Allure, British Vogue | First hijab-wearing model on the covers |
| – Essence magazine | First black woman with hijab on the cover (January/February 2020) |
| – UNICEF Ambassador | Focused on children’s rights |
| – Modanisa | Designed her own turban and shawl collection, “Halima x Modanisa” |
| – Quit runway modeling in 2020 | Due to compromising religious beliefs, but may do modeling work with conditions |
| – Non-negotiable hijab | Includes hijab as a part of her modeling contract |
| – Challenges in booking jobs | Difficulties faced in finding accommodating opportunities |
Halima Aden is a Somali-American model who won the Miss Minnesota USA title in 2016. Her career began at age 14, and she has since walked shows for major fashion houses, such as OASAP, Noisy May, and Streeters. She is presently represented by IMG Models and appeared in Guess, Valentino, and Dior campaigns.
8. Mayowa Nicholas
| Mayowa Nicholas | Information |
|---|---|
| Full Name | Mayowa Nicholas |
| Birthdate | 22 May 1998 (age 25) |
| Nationality | Nigerian |
| Career Highlights | – First Nigerian model to star in campaigns for Dolce & Gabbana, Saint Laurent, and Calvin Klein – Finalist of the 2014 Elite Model Look contest – Walked for renowned designers such as Prada, Miu Miu, Versace, Chanel, Michael Kors, and Oscar de la Renta – Featured in a Dolce & Gabbana campaign – Made debut in the 2018 Victoria’s Secret Fashion Show – Currently ranked as one of Models.com’s “Top 50” models |
Mayowa Nicholas was born Mayowa Ahmed. She was born in 1998. She is a Nigerian-American model born in the US to a Nigerian father and a South African mother. She has been featured in several fashion campaigns, including Victoria’s Secret and Yves Saint Laurent. She has also walked runway shows for major fashion houses, including Chanel and Tom Ford.
9. Mona Tougaard – Danish Model
| Mona Tougaard | Information |
|---|---|
| Full Name | Mona Tougaard |
| Birthdate | April 3, 2002 (age 21) |
| Birthplace | Aarhus, Denmark |
| Nationality | Somali and Danish |
| Ethnicity | Danish, Somali, Ethiopian, and Turkish |
| Siblings | Two older siblings |
| Modeling Career | – Scouted at age 12 |
| Fashion Achievements | – Debuted as a Prada exclusive in 2019 |
| Advertising Campaigns | Prada, Louis Vuitton, Loewe, Chanel, Max Mara, Chloé, Ports 1961 |
| Magazine Covers | Featured on covers of i-D’s Post Truth Truth issue, British Vogue, Vogue France |
| Recognition | – Recognized as a “top newcomer” for F/W 2019 season |
Mona Tougaard was born in 2002. She is a Danish model who has worked for many advertising campaigns and brands, including Nike, Hugo Boss, and Bvlgari. She has also walked shows for major fashion houses, including Chanel, Alexander McQueen, and Dolce & Gabbana.
10. Kristina Pimenova – Russian Model
| Kristina Pimenova | Information |
|---|---|
| Full Name | Kristina Pimenova |
| Date of Birth | December 27, 2005 (age 17) |
| Nationality | Russian |
| Residence | United States |
| Parents | Ruslan Pimenov (father), Glikeriya Shirokova (mother) |
| Occupation | Model |
| Career Highlights | Worked for Armani, Benetton, Burberry, Roberto Cavalli |
| Achievements | Gold medalist in rhythmic gymnastics tournament |
| Aspirations | Wishes to pursue a career in acting and directing |
Kristina Pimenova was born in 2005. She is a Russian model who has worked for numerous fashion houses, including G-Star, Prada, and Versace. She has also walked shows for major fashion houses, including Marc Jacobs, Gucci, and Louis Vuitton.
11. Indira Scott – American Fashion Model
| Indira Scott | Information |
|---|---|
| Full Name | Indira Scott |
| Birthdate | May 27, 1997 |
| Nationality | American |
| Birthplace | Jamaica, Queens, New York City, U.S. |
| Debut Season | F/W 18 Haute Couture |
| Notable Show | Dior’s F/W 18 Haute Couture |
| Agency | DNA Models |
| Highlights | Closed Dior’s F/W 18 Haute Couture show in her debut season. Discovered while working at The Reformation. Modeled for top fashion brands including Dior, Altuzarra, Balmain, SavagexFenty, Michael Kors, Oscar de la Renta, Prabal Gurung, Ralph Lauren, Opening Ceremony, Sonia Rykiel, and Coach New York. Featured in V magazine and Office magazine. |
| Models.com Recognition | Selected as a “Top Newcomer” for her debut season. Included in the “Hot List”. |
Indira Lynn Scott was born in 1997. She is an American fashion model, best known for being the first black teenager to model for Victoria’s Secret’s PINK Label. She has been featured in several fashion campaigns and has walked shows for major fashion houses, including Dolce & Gabbana, Louis Vuitton, and Marc Jacobs.
12. Meghan Roche
| Meghan Roche | Information |
|---|---|
| Full Name | Meghan Roche |
| Birthdate | September 13, 2000 (age 22) |
| Birthplace | Yardley, Pennsylvania, U.S. |
| Nationality | American |
| Modeling Agencies | IMG Models (New York, Paris, Milan, London, Los Angeles) |
| Notable Campaigns | Givenchy, Marc Jacobs, Miu Miu |
| Fashion Week | Paris Fashion Week, Milan Fashion Week, New York Fashion Week, London Fashion Week |
| Runway Highlights | Alexander Wang, Derek Lam, Carolina Herrera, Fendi, Versace, Chanel, Dolce & Gabbana, and more |
| Recognition | Featured as “Top Newcomer” by models.com |
Meghan Roche was born in 1994. She is an American fashion model best known for her work with Victoria’s Secret and Sports Illustrated Swimsuit.
13. Lexi Boling – American Model
| Lexi Boling | Information |
|---|---|
| Full Name | Lexi Boling |
| Birthdate | August 27, 1993 |
| Birthplace | Rockford, Illinois, U.S. |
| Nationality | American |
| Occupation | Model |
| Years Active | 2013–present |
| Partner | Ben Allen |
| Height | 5 ft 11.25 in |
| Hair Color | Blonde |
| Eye Color | Blue |
| Agency | HEROES Model Management (New York) Oui Management (Paris) Special Management (Milan) Premier Model Management (London) Heartbreak Management (Copenhagen) |
| Notable Covers | Vogue Italia |
| Notable Campaigns | Prada |
| Editorial Appearances | Vogue, W, LOVE, V, Numéro, Dazed |
| Runway Shows | Tom Ford, Saint Laurent, Miu Miu, Valentino, Chanel, Prada |
| Advertising Campaigns | Alexander Wang, Chanel, Prada, Coach, Marc Jacobs |
| Industry Ranking | Ranked as an “Industry Icon” by models.com |
Lexi Boling was born in 2000. She is an American model who started her career at 14 years old as a plus-sized model and has since then worked for major brands and fashion labels, such as Victoria’s Secret, Gap, Nasty Gal, and Juicy Couture.
14. Bella Hadid
| Bella Hadid | Information |
|---|---|
| Full Name | Isabella Khairiah Hadid |
| Birthdate | October 9, 1996 |
| Birthplace | Washington, D.C., U.S. |
| Occupation | Model |
| Years active | 2012–present |
| Vogue Covers | Featured on 29 international Vogue covers |
| Model of the Year | Named Model of the Year by the British Fashion Council |
| Influential Recognition | Included in Time magazine’s list of the 100 most influential people in the world |
| Parents | Mohamed Hadid (father) |
| Relatives | Gigi Hadid (sister) |
| Height | 5 ft 9 in (1.75 m) |
| Hair color | Brown (dyed) and Blonde (natural) |
| Eye color | Blue-green |
| Agency | IMG Models |
| Early Career Projects | Modeled for Flynn Skye, Lesa Amoore, Holly Copeland, Hanna Hayes, and more |
| Runway Highlights | Walked for top designers like Chanel, Givenchy, Versace, and more |
| Campaigns | Featured in campaigns for Dior Makeup, Bulgari, Nike, and more |
| Magazine Covers | Appeared on the covers of Vogue, Elle, Harper’s Bazaar, and other prominent magazines |
| Collaborations | Launched a clothing line with Chrome Hearts and collaborated with renowned brands and designers |
Bella Hadid was born in 1994. She is a model and sister of Gigi Hadid. She has walked fashion shows for brands, such as Versace and Yves Saint Laurent, as well as central New York Fashion Week events.
Bella Hadid is a world-renowned model and one of the most beautiful young female models under 25. If you’re looking for style inspiration, check out 50 Celebrities Who Prove Pixie Cuts Are Always in Style. This article showcases how this short and chic hairstyle can make you stand out from the crowd and accentuate your features, just like Bella.
15. Khia Lopez
California is where Khia Lopez was born in 2004. She is a model best known for being the first black woman to walk the Gucci runway. She blogs for We’re So Fancy and works as a fashion model for The Weekend Wardrobe. She also plans to sign up as an official Kidz Fashion model.
16. Sophia Mitchell
Sophia Mitchell was born in 1999. She is an American model. She is a model and singer. Her face has been featured in magazines such as Vogue and Teen Vogue and on billboard charts.
17. Kaia Jordan Gerber – American Model And Actress
| Kaia Jordan Gerber | Information |
|---|---|
| Full Name | Kaia Jordan Gerber |
| Date of Birth | September 3, 2001 |
| Birthplace | Los Angeles, California, U.S. |
| Parents | Cindy Crawford (Mother), Rande Gerber (Father) |
| Sibling | Presley Gerber (Older Brother) |
| Occupations | Model, Actress |
| Education | Online classes at Malibu High School |
| Height | 5 ft 9 in (1.75 m) |
| Hair Color | Brown |
| Eye Color | Brown |
| Nationality | American |
Kaia Jordan Gerber was born in 2001. She is an actress and model. She is Rande Gerber and Cindy Crawford’s child. As a child, she appeared on the cover of Elle (magazine) and in campaigns for Dolce & Gabbana, Dior, and Versace. She has walked runway shows for major fashion houses, including Balmain, Fendi, and Dolce & Gabbana.
18. Kylie Jenner
| Kylie Jenner | Information |
|---|---|
| Full Name | Kylie Kristen Jenner |
| Birthdate | August 10, 1997 |
| Birthplace | Los Angeles, California, U.S. |
| Occupations | Socialite, Media Personality, Businesswoman |
| Years Active | 2007–present |
| Known for | Founder and Owner of Kylie Cosmetics |
| Partner | Travis Scott |
| Children | 2 |
| Parents | Caitlyn Jenner, Kris Jenner |
| Relatives | Kardashian Family |
| Instagram Followers | Over 200 million |
| Collaborations | Co-creator of clothing line “Kendall & Kylie” |
| TV Appearances | Starred in “Keeping Up with the Kardashians” |
| Achievements | Listed on Time magazine’s Most Influential Teens |
| Education | Graduated from Laurel Springs School |
Kylie Jenner was born in 1997. She is an American model, businesswoman, and actor. In 2015 she became the youngest person on Forbes FAST 100 list, making her the youngest-ever self-made billionaire in Forbes Magazine. She is the founder of a cosmetics company called Kylie Cosmetics.
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19. Lily Chee – American and model
Lily Chee was born in 2003. She is a young model and actress who has done work for brands like Old Navy and Target. She has also walked the runway for Petite Parade and designer Alivia Simone. In 2016, she appeared in the series Daredevil and the movie Sunset Park. She’d later begin starring in the Brat web series Zoe Valentine.
20. Karlie Kloss
| Karlie Kloss | Information |
|---|---|
| Full Name | Karlie Kloss |
| Birthdate | August 3, 1992 (age 30) |
| Birthplace | Chicago, Illinois, U.S. |
| Alma Mater | New York University |
| Occupation | Model |
| Years Active | 2006–present |
| Spouse | Joshua Kushner (married in 2018) |
| Children | 1 |
| Hair Color | Blonde |
| Eye Color | Hazel |
| Agency | The Society Management, Models 1 (London), 2pm Model Management (Copenhagen), UTA (Los Angeles) |
| Modeling Achievements | – Vogue Paris “top 30 models of the 2000s” |
| Entrepreneurship | Founder of “Kode with Klossy” camp to encourage girls’ interest in STEM fields |
| Personal Background | – German, Danish, and Polish ancestry |
| Education | – Graduated from Webster Groves High School |
| Career Highlights | – Worked with top fashion designers and brands such as Dior, Marc Jacobs, Versace, and Victoria’s Secret |
| Philanthropy | – Supports “Kode with Klossy” through scholarships and events |
| Television | – Host and executive producer of Project Runway |
| Computer Programming | – Interest in technology and coding |
Karlie Kloss was born in 1992. She is a model and aspiring actress. She has collaborated with companies, including Louis Vuitton, Chanel, and Gucci, while making appearances in shows like Pretty Little Liars and The Royals.
21. Meika Woollard
Meika Deyette Woollard was born in 2004 to a French mother and a British father. She was raised in France, where she attended the Paris Opera Ballet School. In 2011, she left ballet school to attend a modeling school in London, where she stayed for two years. Additionally, she contributed to several music videos and campaigns, including Dior, Gucci, and Dolce & Gabbana
Became a top Australian kid’s commercial and fashion model at three years old. She has shot several high-profile campaigns and walked in parades for big names such as Myer, Country Road, Witchery, and Bardot Jr. She signed with IMG Worldwide at 12.