The Hadid sisters might need to look out…
Barbara Palvin first garnered our attention at the 73rd Venice Film Festival, in a ruffled floral dress by Philosophy Di Lorenzo Serafini. With cameras snapping her every move and the media hailing her a style muse, Barbara undoubtedly proved that she’s making waves within the industry.
Barbara Palvin first garnered our attention at the 73rd Venice Film Festival
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And at just 22-years-old, she has already made a name for herself within the modelling sphere, having walked for Victoria’s Secret at the mere age of 19 before recently becoming the face of Amazon Fashion.
Barbara was recently named the face of Amazon Fashion. She worked closely with photographer Cass Bird and and i-D magazine’s Fashion Editor, Julia Sarr-Jamois for the camaign
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With over four million followers on Instagram and rumours she’s dating Formula One driver Lewis Hamilton, the rising star is sure to become a name to remember. Barbara was born on October 8 1993 in Budapest, Hungary. She was discovered by a modelling agency at the mere age of 13 whilst walking alongside her mother on the streets of Budapest. Her first modelling gig came shortly afterwards as she was snapped on the cover of Spur magazine in 2006.The beginnings of Barbara's modelling career
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Barbara Palvin attends the premiere of 'La La Land' at the 73rd Venice Film Festival
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Following her breakthrough in the Japanese market, Barbara moved to Asia where she founded the beginnings of her career. Three years later, the Hungarian-born model was signed by IMG Models, the same agency which manages Gigi Hadid. Barbara consequently moved back to Europe to seek new modelling opportunities. Barbara is best recognised donning the iconic wings made famous by lingerie brand Victoria's Secret. Yet she soon garnered the attention of big names within the fashion industry.Her foray into catwalk
Barbara first began her foray into catwalk modelling as a Victoria's Secret angel
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The Hungarian model made her catwalk debut in 2010 as a Prada exclusive in the autumn/winter show and the walk sparked the catalyst for her flourishing career.
Barbara has walked a multitude of shows including Chanel Cruise and Valentin Yudashin
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By March, Barbara had walked for Nina Ricci, Giles, Miu Miu and Louis Vuitton in Paris. A stellar start to her catwalk CV. These were of course before she walked a multitude of the spring/summer shows under big names including Christopher Kane, Vivienne Westwood, Loewe, and Chanel in both London and Paris. It was only a matter of time until the doe-eyed model would land herself a beauty contract or two. In 2011, Barbara became the face of Calvin Klein’s Forbidden Euphoria fragrance before becoming an ambassador for L’Oreal Paris the following year, at the age of just 18.Barbara’s venture into the beauty sphere
Barbara Palvin attends L'Oreal's Gold Obsession party alongside the likes of Karlie Kloss and Naomi Campbell
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Cyril Chapuy, global brand president of L'Oréal Paris, told WWD. "I think she has this incredible potential to become a household name." And that we think she does… Barbara was dating her high school sweetheart Kristof Somfa from 2010 until 2013. The model has sinced been linked to singer Justin Beiber and One Direction's Niall Horan.Who is Barbara dating?
Barbara Palvin and Lewis Hamilton are rumoured to be dating
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Barbara was rumoured to be with Justin after meeting him following a Victoria's Secret show. The pair were spotted on Broadway the following evening as they watched The Lion King.
Barbara Palvin hugs Lewis Hamilton following the Formula One Grand Prix of Hungary
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Barbara is now reportedly dating Formula One driver Lewis Hamilton after they have been repeatedly spotted together. Barbara and Lewis made their first public appearance during the Formula One Grand Prix of Hungary on July 24, 2016. One thing is for sure, if her CV is anything to go by, Barbara is set to become fashion's newest darling. We cannot wait to watch her next move... Take a look back at Barbara's best fashion moments in the gallery below:
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Back in 2014, Barbara made her film debut in 'Hercules'. The model turned actress donned a minimal black dress to the premiere with a sleek updo.
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Barbara wore a Giorgio Armani Privé black gown with a sleek pony and feathered skirt at the 2016 amfAR Cinema Against AIDS Gala 2016.
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Barbara donned a backless Valentino Couture dress to the premiere of 'Lawless' at the 65th Annual Cannes Film Festival. The model finished the look with a sleek pony and coral lip.
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Barbara donned a red lace panelled dress to amfAR’s 22nd Cinema Against AIDS Gala in Cap d’Antibes.
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Barbara stole the sartorial spotlight at the 73rd Venice Film Festival in a floral dress by Philosophy Di Lorenzo Serafini finished with beachy waves.
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At the Cannes Film Festival, Barbara Palvin donned a blush pink v-neck gown by Philosophy di Lorenzo Serafini with a black waistband and ruffled shoulders. The pleated dress was finished with Messika jewellery.
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Barbara attended the premiere of 'Youth' on May 20 2015 in a black sheer-panelled cut-out dress by Versace finished with Chopard jewels.
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Barbara recently attended the L'Oreal Paris 'Gold Obsession' party at the prestigious Hotel de la Monnaie. The model wore a black dress with gold strappy heels.
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The 22-year-old model donned a white sleeveless dress to the premiere of 'The Search' at Cannes Film Festival in 2014.
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On the first day of the 73rd Venice Film Festival, Barbara donned a sheer, ruffled dress finished with beachy waves and a chunky belt.
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To the premiere of 'La La Land' at the 73rd Venice Film Festival, Barbara Palvin donned a halterneck ivory dress finished with a ruffled neckline and fishtail bottom.
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Barbara Palvin donned a cold-shoulder black dress to the Sports Illustrated Swimsuit 2016 press event in New York.
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The Hungarian model wore an off the shoulder playsuit to the Swim Beach fan festival on February 17, 2016 in Miami Beach.
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