Candice Susan Swanepoel is a South African model and philanthropist. She is known for her work with Victoria’s Secret. She became a Victoria’s Secret Angel in 2010. In 2016, she was listed 8th on the Forbes top-earning models list.
Years active: 2003–present
Born age: 20 October 1988, 36 years old and 1 months, Mooi River, Natal, South Africa
Sun Sign: Libra
Hair Color: Blonde
Eye Color: Blue
Height: 1.77 m / 5 ft 9+1⁄2 in
Measurements: 34-23-34 in / 86.36-58.42-86.36 cm
Bra size: 32B
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Father Name: Willem Swanepoel
Mother Name: Eileen Swanepoel
Siblings Names: Stephen Swanepoel
Children: Ariel Swanepoel Nicoli, Anaca Nicoli
Early life
Swanepoel was born to Willem Swanepoel and Eileen Swanepoel (née Green) and raised in Mooi River, South Africa. Swanepoel comes from an Afrikaner family of Dutch origin. Her father is from Mutare, Zimbabwe, while her mother is South African. She has one older brother named Stephen. While growing up, Swanepoel was a ballet dancer. She attended boarding school at St. Anne’s Diocesan College in the nearby town of Hilton. At age 15, she was spotted by a model scout in a Durban flea market.
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Career
Swanepoel has appeared in editorials in American, Italian, British, Spanish, German, Greek, Russian, Australian, Brazilian, Japanese, Korean, Chinese, and Mexican Vogue; Brazilian, British, German and South African Elle; British, South African, Romanian, Mexican and Chinese GQ; American, Spanish, Czech, Argentine, Turkish and Korean Harper’s Bazaar; V, Allure, W, and i-D.
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Swanepoel has walked the runway for Fendi, Chanel, Tommy Hilfiger, Dolce and Gabbana, Michael Kors, Donna Karan, Giambattista Valli, Jason Wu, Prabal Gurung, Rag & Bone, Oscar de la Renta, Elie Saab, Diane von Fürstenberg, Sportmax, Betsey Johnson, Stella McCartney, Viktor and Rolf, Givenchy, Off-White, Versace, Jean Paul Gaultier, Christian Dior, Blumarine, Etro and Ralph Lauren.
She has appeared in advertising campaigns for Tom Ford, Oscar De La Renta, Givenchy, Chanel, Miu Miu, Tommy Hilfiger, Rag & Bone, Ralph Lauren, Shiatzy Chen, Michael Kors, Blumarine, Versace, Prabal Gurung, Diesel, Guess?, Off-White, Swarovski, Agua Bendita, Colcci, True Religion, Nike, Juicy Couture, as well as for Victoria’s Secret since 2007. In addition to appearing in the lingerie brand’s commercials, she was a featured model in the 2010 “SWIM” catalog, along with Lindsay Ellingson, Rosie Huntington-Whiteley, Behati Prinsloo, and Erin Heatherton.
In 2010, Swanepoel became a Victoria’s Secret Angel. Swanepoel modeled for the Kardashians’ 2010 swimwear line. On 12 August 2010, Swanepoel officially opened the first Victoria’s Secret retail store in Canada, at West Edmonton Mall, Edmonton. In 2013, Swanepoel was named the cover model of the coveted Victoria’s Secret Swim Catalogue. Swanepoel was chosen to wear the “Fantasy Bra” in the 2013 Victoria’s Secret Fashion Show. The 10 million dollar bra, named the “Royal Fantasy Bra”, was created by Mouawad. The bra and its matching belt featured over 4,200 precious gems, including rubies, diamonds and yellow sapphires set in 18 carat gold with a 52-carat ruby at the center.
In 2018, she launched her own swimwear collection Tropic of C. She won Launch of the Year award at the 5th Annual Daily Front Row Awards.
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Popularity
Swanepoel was voted No. 61 in 2010, No. 62 in 2011, No. 75 in 2013, and No. 36 in 2015 in FHM‘s annual “100 Sexiest Women in the World” poll and No. 1 in 2014 Maxim‘s “Hot 100 List”.
In 2019, she was honored with Revolve’s Woman of the Year award.
Wealth
Swanepoel made her debut at No. 10 on Forbes‘ “The World’s Top-Earning Models” list, with estimated earnings of $3 million between 2010 and 2011. She was ranked No. 9 in 2013 with estimated earnings of $3.3 million. In 2015, she was ranked No 8 with earnings of $5 million.
In 2016, she was ranked No 8 with earnings of $7 million.
Personal life
Swanepoel is fluent in Afrikaans, English, and Brazilian Portuguese, the last of which she learned from her now ex-boyfriend Hermann Nicoli, a Brazilian model. They began dating after they met in Paris when she was 17 and he was 23.
In August 2015, the couple announced their engagement. They have two sons together. The couple acrimoniously split in November 2018, but are still active co-parents to their two sons.
As of 2018, she reportedly splits her time between Brazil and New York City
Charity
Swanepoel is actively involved in mothers2mothers, a charity devoted to achieving an “HIV-free generation” of children and mothers in Africa. Swanepoel has designed denims for it, and in May 2019, joined the charity as a patron and their global ambassador.
Candice Swanepoel is one of the most beautiful supermodels to grace the covers of major fashion magazines today. Not only does she have the looks of an angel, but also the personality of one.
Candice’s brand gigs have often helped major brands gain a sudden boost in their overall popularity. If you are curious to learn more about her, read along as we gloss over Candice Swanepoel’s body measurements, dating history, and more.
In 2010, Swanepoel got the chance of a lifetime and became a Victoria’s, Secret Angel. During this time, she even got to wear the Royal Fantasy Bra, which cost $10 million and had over 4,200 gemstones and was made of 18-carat gold.
What’s known is her 13-year-long relationship with Hermann Nicolai. The couple were quite serious about each other and even got engaged. They also had two children together but unfortunately separated in 2019.
At present, Candice Swanepoel revealed that she fell in love with her longtime boyfriend Andrés Velencoso, and they have been living happily together.
Candice Swanepoel’s Most Loved Things:
Favorite Perfume: Givenchy Dahlia Divin Eau de Parfum
Favorite Lip Balm: Palmer’s Buy-in-Bulk Staple Lip Balm
Favorite Breakfast: Bacon and Eggs.
Facts About Candice Swanepoel
Candice Swanepoel was the first South African model to walk in the Victoria’s Secret Fashion Show.
Candice Swanepoel does not have a driver’s license.
What is Candice Swanepoel’s face shape?
Candice Swanepoel has a beautiful triangle-shaped face which allows her to try out various hairstyles and still look gorgeous.
What color hair does Candice Swanepoel have?
Candice Swanepoel is actually a natural brunette, but she decided to go blonde for her career as a model.
Is Candice Swanepoel still a VS model?
Yes, Candice Swanepoel is still an active Victoria’s Secret Angel and has been one since 2010.
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