You don't have to be the star of every major campaign, have over a million Instagram followers, or wear Victoria's Secret Angel wings to be a top model. It's all relative, and there are plenty of models out there with consistent work who are featured by enough brands and in enough editorials to be instantly recognizable (by fashion girls, at least). And because you'd probably want to follow these cool models on Instagram if you knew who they were, we wanted to call out some of the ones that we happen to spot over and over lately. Given that social media plays such a big part in a model's career these days, we're helping you get to know them via Instagram. Naturally, they're all really stylish lead exciting, fashion-filled lives.
Ready to get to know the top models you didn't even realize you already knew? From a J.Crew model who also makes rosé to an Australian stunner who's all over the internet right now (thanks to Reformation), keep scrolling to see nine top models you're sure to recognize instantly.
Michele Ouellet
Not only is Ouellet a frequent model for J.Crew and Madewell, she also founded a rosé winery (Lorenza Rosé) with her mom. Her Instagram feed indicates that she has charm in spades.
Follow: @kissser
Ruby Campbell
Australian model Campbell is currently all over the internet, as she's the face of Reformation's first-even swimwear collection. She's known for her natural hair, freckles, and infectious smile.
Follow: @missscampbell
Kate Parfet
Parfet, a frequent model for Staud (one of our favorite L.A. brands) and also a photographer and former Marketing Director for TOMS shoes, epitomizes California-girl effortlessness.
Follow: @kateparfet
Jing Wen
Wen has a slew of Chinese magazine covers under her belt, and you may recognize her face over here thanks to Zara and the numerous runways she walks.
Follow: @jingwenll
Delilah Parillo
Parillo is a born and bred California girl with a unique look that cool brands like Fear of God can't get enough of.
Follow: @lilahsummer
Lou Schoof
German-born Schoof has cool-girl appeal in spades, which has caught the attention of brands like Reformation. Her doll-like features and bang-trimmed bob give her an ethereal look.
Follow: @louschoof
Lais Oliveira
Oliveira is a Brazilian who made her NYFW debut in 2007. She currently models for Victoria's Secret and Vogue, among others, and as Vogue puts it, "Her face is well known, even if her name isn’t yet."
Follow: @laisoliveiraofficial
Noémie Abigaïl
Abigaïl, the star of Zara's most recent summer campaign, walked in a slew of F/W 17 shows and has a versatile look that can easily transition from commercial to high fashion.
Follow: @noemiiiiiiiiiie
Brooke Perry
Montana-born Perry is both a model for Victoria's Secret Pink and Sports Illustrated and was a Louis Vuitton exclusive for their F/W 17 show, which is a bit of a rare occurrence. The industry is buzzing about what's to come for the blonde beauty.
Follow: @brookeperry92
Next up, check out the Korean model with the coolest personal style.
Opening Image: Hayley Pease/Sticks and Stones Agency
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