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It does matter within the context of the show, since it's the unofficial mark of the "Alpha" girl that year.

What is your definition of a TRUE supermodel? Someone whose fame transcends the world of fashion and moves into the mainstream. A person who the majority of people could recognize and name even though they know - next to - nothing about fashion and modeling. Who would you consider a TRUE supermodel these days? There are none. Why? Times have changed and that level of mainstream fame seems unattainable for models nowadays. Who is your idea of a TRUE supermodel in the past?? Claudia Schiffer, Cindy Crawford, Naomi Campbell, Linda Evangelista - in order of prominence Who do you see as becoming a TRUE supermodel in the future? No one, just because I don't believe we'll never again get the perfect storm (emergence of a group of iconic models + the pop culture being just in the right place to embrace them) we had in the late eighties and early 90s.

100% sure yes.

Well she is only 26 years old!

When I said crossover appeal I actually meant that many people know more than just her face! I've heard sports talk radio hosts talk about her, she's been featured on countless celeb sites, ... If we were talking two or three years ago, I would have agreed about her being just another nameless VSFS face, but she's move far beyond that point.

I think you're seriously underestimating the cross-over appeal she's gained over the last twelve months. I've seen her pretty much everywhere.

I think I understand your reasoning behind VS' decision pattern. But it doesn't make much sense to me to be honest. It seems to me that it's a tactic that leads to them prominently featuring models after they are on the downward slope of their career. Wouldn't it have made more sense to give Adri the bra when she was at the apex of her popularity? Same with Candice now, if they don't give it to her this year or next year, she'll likely never again match this level of popularity. If I was making these decisions, my only criteria would be centered around which girl is the "hottest" in the media at the moment. Why they try to run away from the reality to uphold some arbitrary hierarchy is quite confusing to me. It certainly isn't a good business strategy.

So if Adri is the new Heidi, does that mean Candi will have to wait another 5+ years for her chance to shine?

But KK got it twice without being a contract angel? I understand your reasoning, but I find it odd they would give it to the non-contracted KK on two occasions and not consider Swanepoel for the same "honor" after almost over-emphasizing her in all of their media for the better part of a year. Although perhaps that is the reason, the fact that they already invested too much attention into the South-African?

Probably a dumb question, but why does VS focus so much on Candice in their print media, shop openings, events and catalog covers yet they still give the fantasy bra to Adri? Does it just have to do with seniority?

You might have the best avi/signature set in the history of this forum, Berno. My eyes linger for a few seconds longer than it takes to read your posts every single time.

You don't say? I hadn't noticed...

Awesome cover! Is there any chance someone might have it in HQ soon?

Count me amongst the Marloes for VSFS camp as well. I'm a fan of Irina but I'm not sure she'd work at the VSFS. I have the same reservations about Bar Refaeli

They're new to me! She looks spectacular in some of those shots, anyone have them in HQ?

Both of those look like they might be for Candice!

We need those in HQ!

That booty!

Her legs and ass are just spectacular. Her body type is actually very similar to Jenna Pietersen's.

Mary Poppins?

All I hope for are some better outfits for Candice this year. Was never realistic for her to get the bra.

Whose legs are those?

I see it too, her face looks slightly swollen... Perhaps an allergic reaction?

It's not like she ever claimed to be famous for anything other than her (former) significant others. She rose to fame through her relationship with Christian Vieri. Before hooking up with Clooney, she had mentioned that she was really after José Mourinho.

The emphasis put on their catalog and the TV ads is likely a conscious advertising decision. I'm sure there's a sound business strategy behind it.