CANDICE SWANEPOEL
Candice Swanepoel, born in Mooi River, South Africa, on October 20, 1988, rose from rural beginnings to become one of the most recognizable supermodels of her generation. Discovered at a Durban flea market circa 2003, her journey from a small farming town to the world’s top fashion capitals reflected not just beauty but resilience and ambition. By the late 2000s, she had become a central figure in New York’s high-fashion scene, walking for global houses such as Fendi, Dolce & Gabbana, and Givenchy. Her collaboration with Victoria’s Secret began in 2007, marking the start of an illustrious chapter that would define her legacy as one of the most iconic Angels in the brand’s history.
Circa 2010, Swanepoel’s rise reached its peak when she was officially named a Victoria’s Secret Angel, joining a lineage of legendary figures like Adriana Lima, Alessandra Ambrosio, and Heidi Klum. Her elegance, athletic grace, and captivating presence made her the centerpiece of campaigns shot in Paris, London, and Los Angeles. She famously donned the $10 million “Royal Fantasy Bra” at the 2013 Victoria’s Secret Fashion Show in New York, a moment that solidified her as one of the most valuable models in the industry. Behind the spotlight, her South African heritage remained a source of pride, often reflected in interviews where she spoke of family, nature, and balance amidst fame.
By the mid-2020s, Swanepoel had evolved beyond modeling, founding her sustainable swimwear line, Tropic of C, which gained international acclaim for its ethical production and minimalist aesthetic. From Paris Fashion Week to Milan’s runways, she continued to embody timeless sophistication, inspiring new generations of models. Her influence, spanning two decades, remains deeply rooted in the fusion of beauty, integrity, and empowerment—a legacy forever intertwined with global fashion history.
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