Undoubtedly, Latina models are making names in the modeling industry today, making these Latin personalities dominant in most prestige runway shows in the United States and all over Europe. Even in social media reviews, Latina models are always on the list -- from the Top Victoria Secret's Models going to the Top Models of all time.
Let us name a few of these very famous Latina models who started young and have successfully maintained the reputation today.
Gisele Bundchen
Gisele is probably one of the hottest Brazilian models in the history of modeling who became popular in the 90's. With too many endorsements such as H&M, Chanel, Carolina Hererra and Louis Vuitton, she was declared to be the highest paid model in 2004 earning a spot at Forbes' list.
But Gisele is not just about the looks and the body, she is also known for her involvement in humanitarian activities and is now serving as the ambassador for the United Nations Environment Programs.
Alessandra Ambrosio
Alessandra is another Brazilian model who is also considered to be one of the highest earners in the world for her endorsements with very famous brands such as Dior and Ralph Lauren. She was also the first to model Victoria's Secret PINK, Latina Fox reported.
Hired by Victoria's Secret in 2000, she made her debut in the runway in 2004, making her one of the most beautiful angel models in history. Alessandra is not just a pretty face but is also an entrepreneur, an ambassador for the National Sclerosis Society and an aspiring actress who played a role in one of the James Bond sequels, "Casino Royale."
Adriana Lima
This former spokesmodel for Maybelline was discovered at the young age of 15 in a Ford's Supermodel Competition in Brazil. However, she started gaining popularity when she was linked to Guess and doing campaign ads for the company.
In 2000, Adriana landed a spot as a Victoria's Secret angel and gained recognition during a show in 2010 where she was listed as part of the company's Perfect 10.
Elsa Benitez
Elsa is Mexican model who was featured and was made cover by a famous sports magazine, Sports Illustrated in 2011. Initially based in Mexico, she then decided to expand her career in bigger fashion cities in the US and UK. And she didn't fail when she was featured by prominent fashion magazines such as Marie Claire, Vogue, Victoria's Secret and Pirelli.
Flavia de Oliveira
This 5'9 Brazilian model has made appearances in runway shows since 2006, debuting in a Victoria's Secret show. Flavia also worked with big designers such as Giorgio Armani, Nina Ricci and Yigal Azrouel and was later signed with one of the top modeling agencies, Ford.