Top 10 highest paid female models in the world

In addition to performing on the catwalk, most models earn extra income from advertising or business contracts.

10. Liu Wen (18 million USD) is an Asian model who attracts attention thanks to her skills and difference in facial features. Stable contracts with Estee Lauder and high-end clothing brand La Perla make her one of the highest-paid models in the world. Liu Wen is also the first Asian long-legged foot to step onto the Victoria’s Secret runway. Image: Sohu. 9. Joan Smalls (19 million USD) is a fashion catwalk expert. The Puerto Rican star has participated in many shows and advertising campaigns for perfume houses Estee Lauder, Moschino, Joe Fresh, Calvin Klein, Marc Jacobs. Image: Elle. 8. Bella Hadid (19 million USD) youngest on the list of high-paid models. She is the face of big brands like Dior, Bvlgari or Tag Heuer. Image: WWD. 7. Gigi Hadid ($20 million) voted by the British Fashion Council as “International Model of the Year 2016”. Gigi Hadid’s promotion is thanks to her cooperation in projects with large corporations, designers and many fashion brands such as Maybelline, Tommy Hilfiger, BMW, Topshop… Photo: Vogue. 6. Cara Delevingne (31 million USD) is focusing on acting but is still famous in the modeling industry. She started pursuing her career at the age of 10. After leaving school, Delevingne signed with Storm Model Management. She repeatedly appeared in shows by Dolce & Gabbana, Burberry, Mulberry and Jason Wu. Image: Reddit. 5. Adriana Lima (31 million USD ) is the oldest angel in Victoria’s Secret history. Since 2000, Lima has modeled for Maybelline cosmetics. In 2003-2009, she participated in the filming of Super Bowl and Kia Motors commercials. Lima started thinking about modeling when she won a beauty contest in elementary school. Thanks to her confidence and perfect body, she signed with Elite Model Management to start her career. Image: Fashion gone rogue. 4. Rosie Huntington-Whiently (32 million USD) is one of the sexiest British models. In addition to modeling, she runs several businesses such as the Marks & Spencers lingerie and perfumery store, and a makeup brand. Like many other models, Rosie Huntington-Whiently has worked with Tommy Hilfiger, ELLE, Vogue… Photo: Vogue. 3. Gisele Bundchen (35 million USD) rocked the international catwalks since the 90s and was the highest paid supermodel for many years. Retired Brazilian model who did not participate in major campaigns but still made this list. Image: RedVoice. 2. Chrissy Teigen (39 million USD) take modeling work very seriously. She knows which brand to choose and how to express herself. This makes her one of the richest models in the world. Also, the former cover star of Sports Illustrated He also branched out into other fields such as cooking and TV host. Image: Etoland. 1. Kendall Jenner (40 million USD) ranked first among the highest paid models in the world, according to Wonderlist . She tries to practice ballet every day to improve her body flexibility. Kendall Jenner has modeled for Estée Lauder, Calvin Klein, Fendi, Marc Jacobs and many other famous brands. Image: Enigmamag. Models dropped their shoes on the catwalk Despite having problems with shoes on the catwalk, many models still confidently strode in the excitement of the audience.