In the ’90s, four of the world’s most iconic models, Naomi Campbell, Cindy Crawford, Linda Evangelista and Christy Turlington, captivated the fashion industry with their impenetrable grace and glamour. Their unprecedented influence forever changed the face of fashion and how designers, photographers and admirers viewed beauty. Thanks to AppleTV+, their story can now be told in “The Supermodels,” a series that takes a nostalgic look at the seminal moments of their careers.
1.The Supermodel Phenomenon
Every So Often a Revolutionary Force of Nature
Despite the many models we come across in fashion magazines, every so often a revolutionary force of nature appears out of nowhere and captivates the world. These ambitious young superstars become a reflection of the zeitgeist, influencing the direction of fashion and culture at any given moment in time. They embody the highest ideals of beauty, success, and power, and they epitomize the very notion of fame itself.
Modern Day Icons That Transcend Genres and Industries
Today, superstars like Kendall Jenner, Gigi Hadid, and Cara Delevingne are reinventing the world of Supermodels. They are part of a unique breed of beauty that transcends genres and industries. From the covers of prestigious fashion magazines to the runways of the world, they are the most influential figures at the intersection of fashion, culture, beauty, business, and entertainment. Whether they’re setting trends or creating their own, they are the definitive influence on modern culture.
- Revolutionary force of nature
- Reflection of the zeitgeist
- Embrace highest ideals of beauty
- Innovating the world of Supermodels
2. Naomi Campbell, Cindy Crawford, Linda Evangelista, and Christy Turlington – Pioneers of the Fashion Revolution
In the 1990s, four legendary models took the fashion world by storm and changed it forever. Naomi Campbell, Cindy Crawford, Linda Evangelista, and Christy Turlington—collectively nicknamed the “Big Four”—defined new standards of beauty and became global stars.
Their hallmarks of success included standing 6’ tall or above, a trademark Versace-style of Dress, and an outspoken air of mystery. As they rapidly soared in fame, they revolutionized the modeling industry with higher pay, sky-high demand and longer contracts.
- Naomi Campbell, a native of London, England, broke through in 1987 with her iconic walk in a French revue. She has since become a household name in the fashion industry for her close collaborations with many of the world’s top designers – from Yves Saint Laurent to Vivienne Westwood.
- Cindy Crawford, born in DeKalb, IL, was unique among the big four in her willingness to pose nude, which had never been done before. She was also one of the earliest models to find commercial success outside of the catwalks, appearing in television commercials and even having her own line of cosmetics.
- Linda Evangelista is of Italian-Canadian descent and was the “muse” of Karl Lagerfeld, a fixture in the designer’s Chanel couture shows. She was famous for not working on Fridays and never leaving her apartment without full hair and makeup.
- Christy Turlington was the only American in the “Big Four”, hailing from San Francisco, CA. She was known for her laid-back attitude and natural look, helping to usher in a more natural appeal in the modeling world.
These pioneering models made a lasting impact on the fashion industry – inspiring legions of young girls to pursue their own dreams and beginnings in the world of fashion. Their iconic status remains strong to this day, paving the way for many of today’s supermodels.
3.The Lasting Impact of theSupermodel Era
The Supermodel Era has stamped its mark in history. This period of the 1980s and early 1990s saw the rise of some of the most iconic supermodels in the world, from Naomi Campbell, Cindy Crawford and Claudia Schiffer dominating the fashion world at the time. It was an era of glamour and refinement, where runways and magazine covers featured finely-dressed supermodels with their signature poses and hairstyles.
Although those days are now long-gone, its legacy still remains today. Many of the today’s supermodels are heavily influenced by that era. Their signature poses, celebrity endorsements with designers and the promotion of androgyny fashion has made them successors of the iconic supermodels from the past. Advances in technology and social media now enable younger generations to experience the power of the Supermodel era, which will subsequently last for many more years to come.
4.AppleTV+ and the Rebirth of a Legend
The success of Apple’s streaming service, AppleTV+, has marked the beginning for the return of one the most iconic characters in modern history. Steve Jobs’s original vision of a personal computer for the masses, re-imagined on AppleTV+, is alive and as revolutionary as ever.
Described as a modern take on the story of one of the world’s greatest innovaters and entrepreneurs, the new series steers away from the traditional biopic format, and according to reviews is proving to be a captivating drama. Fans of AppleTV+ can expect to see Jobs’ personal life come to life, along with his professional successes, mistakes and impact on the tech landscape.
- An engaging contemporay drama
- An inside look into Steve Jobs’ personal and professional life
- An evolution of his groundbreaking vision
The Supermodels have blazed the trail for countless others to follow in their footsteps, setting a standard for modern fashion that remains unmatched until this day. Through their courage and determination, they have carried themselves from a world of uncertainty to the realm of fame and the top fashion labels. It is unprecedented that a four-woman squad could have such an impact, revolutionizing the industry and establishing themselves as the true ‘supermodels’ of our time.
