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70s Supermodels: Still Fierce Decades Later
30 Aug
Summary
- Janice Dickinson claims she coined the term 'supermodel' in 1982.
- Beverly Johnson broke barriers as the first Black Vogue cover model in 1974.
- Many 70s models maintain their iconic looks and influence today.
The 1970s marked the emergence of the supermodel, a concept Janice Dickinson asserts she defined in 1982. While the term's origin is debated, the era's legendary models remain influential. Beverly Johnson shattered racial barriers in August 1974, becoming the first Black woman featured on the cover of Vogue.
Icons like Jerry Hall, with her signature smile and red lipstick, and Cheryl Tiegs, embodying the "all-American" look, continue to captivate. Iman maintains similar makeup palettes to her 1970s style, while Lauren Hutton embraced her unique gap-tooth smile.
Janice Dickinson, known for her sultry look, has openly discussed cosmetic procedures. Karen Bjornson, a muse to Halston, returned to modeling in her 50s. Grace Jones, celebrated for her androgynous style, remains as groundbreaking as ever, maintaining her iconic appearance since the 1970s.
