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Kasia Struss
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Struss in 2009
Born
Katarzyna Strusińska

(1987-11-23) 23 November 1987 (age 37)
Ciechanów, Poland
Children 1
Modeling information
Height 1.79 m (5 ft 10+12 in)
Hair color Brown
Eye color Hazel
Agency
  • Elite Model Management (New York)
  • Next Model Management (Paris, London)
  • Women Management (Milan)
  • View Management (Barcelona)
  • Scoop Models (Copenhagen)
  • Modelwerk (Hamburg)
  • PARS Management (Munich)
  • D'VISION (Warsaw)
  • METRO Models (Zurich)

Kasia Struss is a famous Polish model. She was born Katarzyna Strusińska on November 23, 1987, in Ciechanów, Poland. She is known for her work in the fashion world, appearing in many top magazines and walking in fashion shows for famous designers. Vogue Paris, a very important fashion magazine, even called her one of the best models of the 2000s! Throughout her career, she has been on 12 Vogue magazine covers.

A Model's Career

Becoming a Model

Kasia Struss started her modeling journey in 2005. A local talent scout discovered her after she sent her pictures to a Polish teen magazine. After finishing high school in her hometown, she signed with an agency called Avant Management. This agency helped her begin her professional modeling career.

Walking the Runway

Kasia Struss has walked in many fashion shows for famous designers around the world. These shows are where designers present their new clothing collections. She has walked for big names like Marc Jacobs, Versace, Louis Vuitton, and Victoria's Secret. Walking in these shows means she helps bring the designers' creations to life on the runway.

In 2007 and 2008, Kasia was chosen to open shows for designers like Nina Ricci and Balenciaga. Opening a show is a special honor for a model. She also closed shows for designers such as Jil Sander and Chloé. Closing a show is another important role.

Magazine Appearances and Ad Campaigns

Kasia Struss has appeared in many well-known fashion magazines. These include Vogue, Numéro, W, and Dazed & Confused. Being featured in these magazines helps models become more famous.

She has also been part of many advertising campaigns for major brands. These campaigns are how companies show off their products. Kasia has worked with brands like Gucci, Dolce & Gabbana, Christian Dior, Valentino, and H&M. These campaigns help sell clothes and accessories to people around the world.

An Industry Icon

Kasia Struss is considered an "Industry Icon" by Models.com. This means she is seen as a very important and influential person in the modeling world. Her long and successful career has made her a respected figure in fashion.

Personal Life

Kasia Struss has one child. She gave birth to her daughter, Alice, in August 2018.

See also

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