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Some of the most iconic in fashion have been Latinas despite the fight for representation is still ongoing, according to a published article in We Are Mitu.

The world of fashion is now embracing diversity and there have been many Super Models who rise to fame in the past few years. Though it is undeniable that the fight against underrepresentation for the minority groups in different fields is still ongoing, it is also a fact that the paradigm towards inclusivity and representation is slowly accepted.

Women from different parts of the world especially those who are coming from Mexico, Central America, and South America have been breaking boundaries in their ways. Some of them were even included in the Forbes Most Influential Women. The success of Latinas and Hispanics in the different fields are even celebrated during the Hispanic Heritage Month.

This time, we will be sharing with you Latinas of all shapes, sizes, and colors who have been adored by many in fashion shows and magazines. Here are some of them:

Christy Turlington 

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Christy Turlington is a true icon. She is part of the first wave of models also known as "The Supers" in the 90s that helped her gain celebrity status. During these times, she was alongside the beauty queens Cindy Crawford, Claudia Schiffer, Naomi Campbell, and Helena Christensen. She also fronted some iconic products like Versace, Coca Cola, Mugler, Dior, Jean Paul Gaultier and more.

Helena Christensen

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Christensen's mother is a Peruvian while her father is Danish. She is the former brand model of Victoria's Secret Angel, former Miss Denmark, and also part of the famous group of models called as "Supers," She has also appeared as a magazine cover in Vogue, ELLE, Harper's Bazaar, and W. She also became the star of several music videos and has been the face of well-known brands like Chanel, Prada, Valentino, Versace, and more. Years after, she decided to venture into her clothing line and has served as the creative director for Nylon Magazine. 

Talisa Soto

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Talisa Soto was born from a Puerto Rican family in Brooklyn and was raised in Massachusetts. She began modeling at the age of 15 and since then she has appeared on the cover of major magazines like Vogue, Mademoiselle, Glamour and more. Her success led her to appear in several films since 1988 and became a popular star in the 90s.

Gisele Bündchen

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Gisele Bundchen has been Brazil's number one supermodel and has been slaying the fashion world since the 90s. At this point in her career she is not showing any signs of slowing down or any signs of aging. She is blessed with an infinite beauty, just like her blonde hair and long legs which helped her to land in the most iconic jobs in fashion. Her success led her to become the queen of Victoria Angel's Secret and also the face of the top houses like Givenchy, Chanel, Balenciaga, Louis Vuitton, and more.

Adriana Lima

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This Brazilian model is one of the most celebrated icons in the world as her green eyes perfectly match her tanned skin. She's beautiful, talented, and an altruist. She has appeared in world-class fashion shows and along with her were Brazilian top models Gisele Bündchen and Alessandra Ambrosio who left a mark in the industry.