While the Models.com Rankings are a barometer of the industry’s favorite models, and as such are continually updated throughout the year, we felt it was time to offer a bigger picture view – Introducing the first ever Models.com Model of the Year (MOTY) Industry Awards.
The Models.com Model of the Year (MOTY) Industry Awards are the voice of over 250 voters representing a wide range of the industry’s top professionals, including many of the industry’s top stylists, designers, photographers, editors, hair and makeup artists and casting directors, and a wide range of the next generation of the industry’s emerging creative talents. Notable participants include Edward Enninful, Katie Grand, Melanie Ward, Duffy, John Pfeiffer, Anita Bitton, Andrew Weir, Angus Munro, Daniel Peddle, Bethann Hardison, Giampaolo Sgura, Melanie Huynh, Mariano Vivanco, Jeff Bark, Nicola Formichetti, Tom Van Dorpe, Pierre Debusschere, Esteban Cortazar, Sophie Theallet, Sebastian Faena, Sir John, Santiago Sierra, Benjamin Puckey, Benjamin Huseby, and many others.
Fashion’s biggest fans also got in on the fun: the Readers’ Choice section offers an up to date and often surprising selection chosen by you, the MDC readers. The people have spoken – thousands of them in fact and their choices are every bit as exciting as those provided by insiders.
The awards are broken down in 11 categories as follows:
The biggest and brightest star of 2014 aka the girl or guy who has distinguished themselves via top tier work with the best photographers, stylists and magazines, leaving the competition in the dust and standing out as the year’s foremost star.
The biggest and brightest star of 2014 aka the girl or guy who has distinguished themselves via top tier work with the best photographers, stylists and magazines, leaving the competition in the dust and standing out as the year’s foremost star.
Like model of the year, the breakout star has had a substantial presence on the modeling scene, only their careers have just begun to take off in the past several seasons. As a newcomer to the fashion industry, these rising stars have racked up coveted campaigns and impressive editorial work in a short period of time and are set to leave a lasting mark on the industry.
Like model of the year, the breakout star has had a substantial presence on the modeling scene, only their careers have just begun to take off in the past several seasons. As a newcomer to the fashion industry, these rising stars have racked up coveted campaigns and impressive editorial work in a short period of time and are set to leave a lasting mark on the industry.
Absence makes the heart grow fonder and these beauties took extended breaks from the rigors of the modeling world only to return stronger than ever. Whether they opened a noteworthy show, or found themselves on the cover of a cutting-edge magazine, these comeback stars have proven themselves essential.
If the past year has taught us anything it is that every tweet, Instagram photo, and like adds up to a powerful presence within the world of fashion. These models have leveraged their followings into key bookings and heightened influence, inciting a media frenzy with each and every post.
If the past year has taught us anything it is that every tweet, Instagram photo, and like adds up to a powerful presence within the world of fashion. These models have leveraged their followings into key bookings and heightened influence, inciting a media frenzy with each and every post.
Nothing is more important than giving back to the community and during the past year these models have inspired us all by putting charity first. Devoting their time, energy and celebrity to causes big and small, these women raise awareness and bring hope to those who need it most.
As founder of Every mother Counts, Turlington works to make pregnancy safe for every mother worldwide, raising money and awareness about maternal health programs around the globe.
Since her brother’s diagnosis with autism, Jacquelyn has tirelessly dedicated her support to autism charities. This year she brought out the stars for A Night for Autism a silent auction benefiting Autism Speaks.
Jourdan is an ambassador for the Sickle Cell Disease Association of America and started her own campaign #CellForGratitude to help research and find a cure, an issue very close to her heart as Jourdan’s 4 year-old son, Riley was born with Sickle Cell Disease.
Kyleigh has been working to improve the lives of children in war torn Afghanistan since her 13th birthday. With the launch of her jewelry line, Roots of Peace, Kyleigh aims to promote a sustainable business model that will provide economic support to the Afghan people.
As founder of the Liya Kebede Foundation Liya works to advance safe motherhood and pregnancy throughout Africa. Her clothing line LemLem also supports traditional weavers in her native Ethiopia in an effort to preserve their rich history.
Natalia’s Naked Heart Foundation builds playgrounds for disadvantaged youths throughout Russia. Natalia is also involved in several other foundations including Hear the World and the Tiger Trade Campaign to stop trade in tiger parts and products.
Nykhor partnered with the International Rescue Committee to raise awareness about the plight of refugees and displaced individuals in Ethiopia and Sudan.
Sara’s tireless work at The Model Alliance, especially for child models; giving models a voice and a safe haven, along with campaigning against labor abuses in the modeling industry deserves acknowledgement.
Best Street Style
The sidewalk is the new catwalk and these models bring fashion to the streets with outlandish and eye-catching looks that have made them the girls to watch for off-duty style. Some have taken their street style prowess one step further, broadening their horizons by acting as stylist on editorial shoots.
Celebrities have become an unavoidable presence in luxury advertising, but certain stars are every bit as captivating as the models. Putting their posing skills to good use (often honed during their career beginnings as models) and bringing with them an air of Hollywood glamour, these are the celebrities who play the role of model with ease.
Celebrities have become an unavoidable presence in luxury advertising, but certain stars are every bit as captivating as the models. Putting their posing skills to good use (often honed during their career beginnings as models) and bringing with them an air of Hollywood glamour, these are the celebrities who play the role of model with ease.
Im very surprise to realize that in the nominees of models of the year and breakout star you HAVENT EVEN HAD … ANAIS POULIOT model who received best canadian model of the year price. she was everywhere this years.
^ YES, 2014 is Natasha’s year considering she’s a veteran. But Edie is a right choice in this situtation, since it should be more to newly established models that are on their way to reach veteran status. Gemma, the best comeback not in 2014 alone, but in years.
I have nothing against Gigi or Kendall but i don’t understand readers choice in terms of breakout stars. You had Anna, Lexi, Binx, Julia, Issa, Vanessa and you chose Gigi and Kendall. They two are no doubt socialmedia stars but not fashion breakout stars. Sometime i’m really angry because people don’t respect really models and their hard work to be and stay on top without any famous/family relationships.
SUSAN ELDRIDGE!. WHERE IS SHE? A natural. Never seen any model like her. For me, everyone else just pales in comparison. She really has a natural aura of authenticity. I only just discovered her pics in search of my own maiden name (the same ). Interesting the industry choice how it differs sometimes from the public.
Edie is the best, she truly has a high fashion face, she look completely different from one shoot to another. No one needs Kendall, Gigi or Cara, they are not true models, they only are lucky enough to have been born in a rich/famous family (no other talent)…
Christy Turlington
Jacquelyn Jablonski
Jourdan Dunn
Kyleigh Kuhn
Liya Kebede
Naomi Campbell
Natalia Vodianova
Nykhor Paul
Sara Ziff
Edie is definitely the model of the year
Im very surprise to realize that in the nominees of models of the year and breakout star you HAVENT EVEN HAD … ANAIS POULIOT model who received best canadian model of the year price. she was everywhere this years.
Daria,Kasia, and Sigrid
This year was Julia Nobis’s and Natasha Poly’s year, in my opinion.
^ YES, 2014 is Natasha’s year considering she’s a veteran. But Edie is a right choice in this situtation, since it should be more to newly established models that are on their way to reach veteran status. Gemma, the best comeback not in 2014 alone, but in years.
I have nothing against Gigi or Kendall but i don’t understand readers choice in terms of breakout stars. You had Anna, Lexi, Binx, Julia, Issa, Vanessa and you chose Gigi and Kendall. They two are no doubt socialmedia stars but not fashion breakout stars. Sometime i’m really angry because people don’t respect really models and their hard work to be and stay on top without any famous/family relationships.
Where’s Bar Refaeli in the social media category? She has over 1.7 million followers
Why not Chris Millington and Josh Mario John for social?
SUSAN ELDRIDGE!. WHERE IS SHE? A natural. Never seen any model like her. For me, everyone else just pales in comparison. She really has a natural aura of authenticity. I only just discovered her pics in search of my own maiden name (the same ). Interesting the industry choice how it differs sometimes from the public.
Edie is the best, she truly has a high fashion face, she look completely different from one shoot to another. No one needs Kendall, Gigi or Cara, they are not true models, they only are lucky enough to have been born in a rich/famous family (no other talent)…
What about Piero Mendez? Top on all runways….Rare is not on the list….
Im happy MODELs for 2014 INDUSTRY AWARDS