Lindbergh and His Muses

The 90's was the era of the "Supermodel". The iconic photographers, Peter Lindbergh, Arthur Elgort and Steven Meisel, helped launch the girls into superstardom. They were the models rumored to not get out of bed for less then $10,000 a day. They became more popular, and in result more important, then the designers and clothes they were modeling. Cindy Crawford, Helena Christensen, Linda Evangelista, Christy Turlington, Tatjana Patitz, Naomi Campbell. They were all stunningly gorgeous but most of all I love how they ALL had curves and un-waiflike bodies. In her heyday, Cindy Crawford was said to be a size 4/6. Unheard of for a modern day runway/print model. These women wore normal sizes, much like fit models. Fit models are mainly size 4/6, size 27/28 denim and 5'8". It is reassuring to see the fashion industry take a stance against scarily thin models. Vogue has tried to ban the use of models that are too skinny and underage as well as popular TV shows like Tyra Banks' Americas Next Top Model. While most fit models may not have the runway height, at least they (we) are healthy, attainable sizes. And yes, I understand I am probably biased:)

Here are my favorite Peter Lindbergh editorials.

Photos via Peter Lindbergh Photography

Vogue US, Vogue UK, Vogue FR and Harpers Bazaar