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Iris Strubegger
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Born (1984-07-21) 21 July 1984 (age 40)
Modeling information
Height 1.8 m (5 ft 11 in)
Hair color Brown
Eye color Blue
Agency Women Management (New York, Milan), Supreme Management (Paris), Models 1 (London), Uno Models (Barcelona), Dominique Models (Brussels), Place Models (Hamburg)

Iris Strubegger is a famous Austrian model. She was born on July 21, 1984.

Early Life and Discovering Modeling

Growing Up in Austria

Iris Strubegger was born on July 21, 1984. Her birthplace was Schwarzach im Pongau in Salzburg, Austria. She has bright blue eyes.

An Exchange Student in New York

In 2001, when Iris was 17 years old, she moved to New York City. She went there for a three-month exchange student program. It was during this time in New York that her modeling career began.

How Iris Was Discovered

While walking around in New York City, Iris was noticed by a modeling agent. This agent saw her potential and helped her start her journey in the fashion world.

Iris's Modeling Career

Starting on the Runway

Iris Strubegger is 5 feet 11 inches tall. Her measurements are 32-24-34. She signed with the Elite Model Management agency. Her very first experience as a model was walking on a runway. Her first fashion show was for the famous designer Calvin Klein in 2003.

Early Success and a Break

In January 2003, Iris got her first big job. She became the face of Armani Collezioni, a brand by Giorgio Armani. She also appeared in popular magazines like i-D and The Face. However, later that year, Iris decided to take a break from modeling. She wanted to study 'Digital Television' at FH Salzburg.

Returning to Fashion

In 2007, Iris Strubegger decided to return to modeling. She signed with new agencies like Women Management in New York and Milan, and Supreme in Paris.

Russell March, who helps choose models for Prada and Miu Miu, noticed her. He booked her for Pop magazine. She also started walking in fashion shows again. She opened the pre-fall show for Valentino and the show for Dries van Noten. In 2008, a famous photographer named Steven Meisel wanted to work with Iris.

Walking for Top Designers

Iris Strubegger has walked in many fashion shows. For the Spring/Summer 2010 season, she walked in 71 shows. For the Autumn/Winter 2009 season, she walked in 76 shows. She has worked with many major designers. These include Louis Vuitton, Fendi, Lanvin, Versace, Dolce & Gabbana, Alexander McQueen, Christian Dior SE, and Sonia Rykiel.

Campaigns and Magazine Covers

Iris has been the face of several big brands. These include Balenciaga, Pepe Jeans, Pollini, and D&G. In May 2009, Iris became one of the faces of Givenchy. She appeared alongside other famous models like Mariacarla Boscono and Adriana Lima. She has also been a face for Valentino.

Iris has been featured on the cover of many Vogue magazines. These include Vogue Germany, Vogue España, Vogue Italia, Vogue Paris, and Vogue Japan.

Recognition in the Fashion World

Vogue Paris magazine recognized Iris as one of the top 30 models of the 2000s. In 2011, she was also featured in the famous Pirelli Calendar. This calendar was photographed by the well-known designer Karl Lagerfeld.

Awards and Achievements

  • 2010 Vienna Fashion Award, category Best Model

See also

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