13 Up-and-Coming Models You Need to Know Before the Victoria's Secret Show

Updated on Nov 9, 2015 at 9:05 AM

Sure, we're excited to see the Victoria's Secret regulars — not to mention the newest batch of Angels — grace the catwalk come show time, but it's hard not to notice the other faces (and abs) that make their way down that very same runway. After all, these ladies deserve to be there, too, put in long hours at the gym, and have some impressive résumés that speak to their talent. There's no reason why one of them can't be the next Alessandra Ambrosio or Behati Prinsloo in a few years or less. But first, you should probably get to know them.

Ahead, you'll find a list of 13 models to follow well before show time. Some faces you've seen before, some are fairly new, and some could soon be giving Gigi Hadid a run for her money. Only time will tell.

Romee Strijd

Why She Looks So Familiar: Aside from ruling the runways during Fashion Month, she chills with Angels like Taylor Hill, Lily Aldridge, and Jasmine Tookes during her off time. Plus the Balmain army? She's part of that as well.

Follow Her: @romeestrijd

Josephine Skriver

Why She Looks So Familiar: An It girl on the rise, Josephine can list Kendall Jenner and Hailey Baldwin as some of her closest friends and often pops up — along with her rocker boyfriend, Alexander DeLeon — on their feeds. Recently, Josephine was spotted hanging out with Camila Cabello, who she jokingly referred to as her "adopted daughter."

Follow Her: @josephineskriver

Ming Xi

Why She Looks So Familiar: Why wouldn't she look familiar?! Ming's walked for Chanel, Givenchy, DVF, Balmain, and more, and her face has graced a handful of campaigns. While she's been doing the Victoria's Secret Fashion Show since 2013, she's also famous for something she's mastered off the runway: her killer street style looks.

Follow Her: @mingxi11

Rachel Hilbert

Why She Looks So Familiar: While this is Rachel's first VS show, she's not a newbie to the brand. She's the new face of PINK, starred in that ad with Gigi Hadid, and has been making her rounds on the PINK campus tour.

Follow Her: @rachelhilbert

Cindy Bruna

Why She Looks So Familiar: She's the catwalk queen who's got abs of steel, strutting her stuff for Hervé Léger, Balmain, and Moschino — to name a few. This isn't her first trip down the VS runway, either: last year, she wore gold wings.

Follow Her: @cindybruna

Shanina Shaik

Why She Looks So Familiar: This Aussie's striking looks are pretty unforgettable, and she's been doing the show for a few years now. Aside from spotting Shanina in campaigns for Revlon, Seafolly, Shopbop, and Urban Outfitters, you've probably been told to follow her on Snapchat.

Follow Her: @shaninamshaik

Daniela Braga

Why She Looks So Familiar: You've seen her do her thing in the show before, but she's also walked in Hervé Léger, has graced the covers of many Brazilian magazines, and starred in those Peter Pilotto x Target ads last year.

Follow Her: @bragadany

Gracie Carvalho

Why She Looks So Familiar: Gracie's been around for a while, but if you google her, rumors that she dated Rob Kardashian pop up. Regardless of who she's been connected to, her face can often be seen in H&M ads — something many Victoria's Secret models have in common.

Follow Her: @graciecarvalhoofficial

Leila Nda

Why She Looks So Familiar: Marchesa, Dolce & Gabbana, Versace — Leila's done it all. And another fact that makes her stick out in the crowd (aside from her flawless looks)? Her Instagram profile says she's also a law student.

Follow Her: @ndaleila

Maria Borges

Why She Looks So Familiar: This is Maria's third show with Victoria's Secret, so it should be a breeze. Especially since she recently stunned on the catwalk for H&M x Balmain and has been modeling since she was teeny tiny (seriously — you need to watch this video).

Follow Her: @iammariaborges

Maud Welzen

Why She Looks So Familiar: After being discovered at 13, Maud went on to model for Burberry, Alexander McQueen, and Valentino. She started walking for PINK in 2012 and now — at just 21! — rules the VS catwalk alongside her friend Romee Strijd.

Follow Her: @maudwelzen

Pauline Hoarau

Why She Looks So Familiar: That's right — Pauline took a selfie on the Dolce & Gabbana catwalk! She's actually a favorite of the fashion house, having walked in a few of its shows, and sat down for a drink during Chanel's Fall 2015 presentation.

Follow Her: @paulinehoarau

Yumi Lambert

Why She Looks So Familiar: This Japanese beauty who hails from Belgium has a look that stands out in the crowd. Just this year alone, Yumi walked in a handful of shows, from Burberry to Gucci to Dolce & Gabbana.

Follow Her: @yumilambert