Hottest Male Models
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Gone are the days of a male model (well, any model for that matter) simply being seen and not heard. Today’s men aren’t just showcasing the latest fashion trends – they’re setting them and, in some cases, even designing them. Check out our list of the top 10 male models to watch right now. You’ll be glad to see that they have brains as well as brawn.
1. Armando Cabral
Armando Cabral is a shining example of a model who genuinely loves the biz he takes part in. In addition to fronting several high fashion campaigns, Armando also has his own eponymous line of shoes that’s every bit as expensive looking as he is. In a world where having a great face is enough to make a name for yourself, it’s refreshing to see someone with the brains and business acumen to match.
2. Lucky Blue Smith
I mean, first of all, that name. Lucky Blue Smith is an Insta-force to be reckoned with – 3.1 million followers and counting. With those piercing blue eyes and expertly coifed blond hair, designers clamor to get their campaign mitts on him. At just 20 years old, Smith will definitely be around for awhile, giving tween fans and the fashion elite plenty of time to take him to the stratosphere.
3. Hu Bing
Hu Bing is a rarity in the fashion world: he’s a model with staying power. He started his career in 1990 and is still going strong. He’s one of the biggest (if not the biggest) fashion names in his native China, and he’s the first international menswear ambassador for the British Fashion Council. At almost 50 years old, Hu Bing looks half his age, and I want whatever elixir he’s drinking.
4. David Gandy
No top male models list would be complete without David Gandy. He’s arguably achieved supermodel status a la Tyson Beckford and Marcus Schenkenberg, which is next to impossible to do for a male model. Ever since he became (almost?) a household name with those Dolce & Gabbana fragrance ads, his work has continued to get better and better. D&G also gave him his own coffee table book, which I happily own. It features all of his campaign work, and even nude photos. Needless to say, SWOON.
5. Jon Kortajarena
Those cheekbones. Those eyebrows. This Tom Ford muse looks amazing in anything he puts on. He can also add acting to his list of talents, having briefly appeared in Tom Ford’s “A Single Man.” While you trip over yourself trying to pronounce his last name, check out his Instagram page. This guy has moves on the dance floor as well as the catwalk.
6. Jordan Barrett
This Australian hottie came out of the gate with guns blazing. He was scouted at a convenience store at 13 years old after being caught trying to steal a book of matches, and he’s been blazing his own trail ever since. Models.com named him Model of the Year in December 2016, and he also received the “Man of Style” award at the GQ Awards. Tom Ford, Balmain, and Versace have all featured Barrett’s chiseled good looks, and he shows no signs of stopping.
7. Sean O’Pry
You may not recognize the name, but you’ll probably instantly recognize that face. Sean O’Pry is one of the most photographed faces in male modeling, but he’s never been one for excessive self promotion. His Instagram page does feature several of his campaign shots, but it’s quickly easy to see that he’d rather post pictures of his adorable dog. It’s refreshing to see a model who’s stunning enough to turn heads but malleable enough to avoid oversaturation.
8. Luka Sabbat
Luka Sabbat is barely into his 20s, but he’s already made a name for himself on social media as an influencer, with countless brands trying to convince him to endorse their products to his 1.8 million followers. Luka has a natural ability to make anything he wears look cool and effortless, even if those same pieces would look utterly ridiculous on most of the other models on this list. That sort of aspirational quality definitely makes Luka Sabbat one to keep an eye on
9. Sang Woo Kim
When it comes to the title of sharpest cheekbones, look no further than Sang Woo Kim. He’s graced campaigns from Burberry to Diesel, but it’s not just his insane bone structure that turns heads. He also has an innate street style that makes him a go-to source for laid-back British cool.
10. Matthew Noszka
Matthew Noszka is a glaring example of the power of social media. He was discovered on Instagram, and ever since, he’s done campaigns for Nike, Calvin Klein, Hugo Boss, Tom Ford, and Versace. He’s the only male model represented by Women 360, and also has several acting credits on his resumè. Before he was scouted, he was (and still is) and avid basketball player. Guess that’s why he’s so passionate about maintaining that gorgeous physique of his.
