10 Reasons Kaia Gerber Was Born to Follow in Cindy Crawford's Footsteps
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We'd like to think we all "got it from our mamas," but Kaia Gerber truly did: Cindy Crawford's daughter and look-alike signed with IMG Models following a stunning photo shoot with CR Fashion Book and Vogue Italia, and she just walked in her first New York Fashion Week for shows like Alexander Wang and Calvin Klein. Considering she's only 16 years old, we're willing to wager that she's got an impressive career ahead of her — now all we have to do is wait and watch her shine.
As Kaia begins to take her rightful place in the fashion world, we're rounding up 10 facts you need to know about this mini model. Read on see exactly how she got her start and why we think she's destined for greatness in the years ahead.
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She Basically Won the Genetic Lottery
Can you say twins? Kaia and her mom pretty much share a face: dark brown eyes, bold brows, sunkissed skin — it's uncanny.
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She's Already Got an Impressive Résumé
Cindy's mini me already has a Versace campaign, a Teen Vogue shoot, a Vogue Italia shoot, and a CR Fashion Book shoot under her belt.
She Started Young
Did we mention she's still only 16?! Yep, she's only 16 — and that Versace campaign happened when she was 10. BRB. We need to reevaluate our lives.
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She Signed With IMG
IMG Models — which manages the careers of models like Gigi Hadid and Karlie Kloss — took note of Kaia's success and snatched her up before anyone else could.
She's No Stranger to Posing For the Camera
Kaia and her brother, Presley, often work together on mini shoots. He takes photos, she models, and then they post them to Instagram on @kbyp. They're actually pretty impressive shots — and he is only 18.
She's Got a Few Well-Known Pals
Yup, that's Kaia with Karlie, who she says is her biggest role model.
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She's a Red Carpet Pro
Kaia's already walked a few red carpets and dresses to impress every time.
She's Already Racked Up Tons of Followers
The key to becoming a top model these days? A good amount of followers on social media. Kaia already has 1.7 million on Instagram. We're impressed.
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Did We Mention She Opened Alexander Wang's Spring '18 Show?
And she walked in Rihanna's Fenty show and Calvin Klein during New York Fashion Week.
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She's Mastered Off-Duty Style
The girl loves fashion and rocks everything from crop tops to leather jackets and sneakers. Is it weird to want to steal the style of a 16-year-old?