Supermodel Amber Valletta Breaks Down 15 Looks From 1993 to Now | Life in Looks | Vogue

"I wore it first," says supermodel Amber Valletta about the "world's most Googled" dress, the jungle green Versace number famously worn by Jennifer Lopez. In this edition of Vogue's "Life in Looks," watch as Amber talks about everything from her first Vogue cover in 1993 to paying tribute to Karl Lagerfeld 30 years later.
Archival Imagery Courtesy of: Annie Leibovitz / Trunk Archive, Roxanne Lowit.
Filmed at: Hôtel Barrière Fouquet’s New York
Director: Nina Ljeti
Director of Photography: Rachel Batashvili
Editor: Michael Suyeda
Producer: Naomi Nishi, Qieara Lesesne
Associate Director, Creative Development, Vogue: Alexandra Gurvitch
Associate Producer: Courtney Walden, Natalie Harris, Brandon Fuhr
AC: Paola Oliveros
Gaffer: Ariel Nehorayoff
Set Designer: Elaine Winter
Set Design Assistant: Savannah Galvin
Audio: Sean Paulsen
Hair Stylist: Gonn Kinoshita
Makeup Artist: James Kaliardos
Production Coordinator: Ava Kashar
Production Manager: Kit Fogarty
Line Producer: Romeeka Powell
Senior Director, Production Management: Jessica Schier
Assistant Editor: Justin Symonds
Post Production Coordinator: Jovan James
Supervising Editor: Kameron Key
Post Production Supervisor: Edward Taylor
Global Talent Casting Director: Ignacio Murillo
Director of Content, Production, Vogue: Rahel Gebreyes
Senior Director, Programming, Vogue: Linda Gittleson
Executive Producer: Ruhiya Nuruddin
VP, Digital Video English, Vogue: Thespena Guatieri
00:25 - 1993 Vogue
00:56 - 1993 Jil Sander
01:27 - 1995 Todd Oldham
02:37 - 1995 Gucci
03:15 - 1996 Versace Haute Couture
04:00 - 1996 Chanel Haute Couture
05:06 - 1997 Vogue
05:42 - 1997 Prada
06:19 - 1999 Versace
07:13 - 2002 Vogue
08:03 - 2004 Met Gala
08:46 - 2005 Hitch
09:09 - 2009 Met Gala
10:48 - 2022 CFDA
12:02 - 2023 Vogue Karl Lagerfeld Issue
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[@user-uh1dd2jb2p]

Amanda Seyfried please 🙏🥺

[@prathameshkasardekar7281]

Bring yasmeen ghauri next

[@KingoftheRoad-2023]

Why does Vogue Call every breathing Female a SUPER MODEL?? That word has now lost its meaning.I didnt even know who this was until Vogue carelessly used the name SUPER MODEL AGAIN AND AGAIN

[@pamelahuff1268]

I love how she clarified the Shalom Harlow "takeover" moment. Ultimate grace and class and friendship w/ her fellow model sister!

[@kath1626]

Shalom pretty much said the same in her own video. 👍🏻

[@Rosa-mj5mt]

Younger generations dont realize how big amber was in the 90s and 2000s. Even if you may not know her name you surely know her face. Im so glad shes getting the recognition she deserves now.

[@brynn1995]

I’m 42, never heard of her

[@hailey7368]

@@brynn1995 Allegra Cole?! You've never heard of her? 🤯

[@friedrichwerbowy6631]

​@@brynn1995 Obviously everybody don't know about her. Mostly fashion fans know very well her career

[@jalynjohnson]

@@hailey7368 Yesss 😂

[@pauscleanliving839]

@@brynn1995😳

[@geezjoqer]

I love her reaction as she flips a page. You can really see all the memories that come back to her as she sees the picture.

[@Hannari-xt6nr]

It is all staged darling. Nothing is genuine, she saw and approved those photos way before she agreed to do the video.

[@Hannari-xt6nr]

And vogue approved her answers before editing them and presenting them. bThis is the fashion industry, NOTHING is real. I worked in it for 15 years, it is rotten to the core.

[@Mosshpitchar]

An actual supermodel.

[@limpflute3559]

Don’t end Shalom like that

[@ateandthrewuponyou5486]

@@limpflute3559 they didnt

[@Markane62]

Oh she is so unfairly gorgeous on the outside but also on the inside. Such a complex, beautiful character.

[@justicejosi3992]

it's so refreshing to see a model that was so present in their career. Often times when vogue does these sit downs with models to go over their careers, there is almost an 'oh, ya.. I forgot about that until now' vibe. I love that as soon as she turns a page she's so thoughtful and engaged, and remembers everything in front of her like it was yesterday.

[@dianza7407]

That's what we call "Supermodel"

[@antoniajuanicomulet8369]

She and Shalom Harlow the BEST Supermodelo Friends example

[@DreamDosage]

Yep… a different breed!

[@cathyphegley7848]

Amen!

[@hao9508]

Nope not everyone can be a supermodel y'all need to stop throwing it around for anyone lmao.

[@KingoftheRoad-2023]

Why does Vogue Call every breathing Female a SUPER MODEL?? That word has now lost its meaning.I didnt even know who this was until Vogue carelessly used the name SUPER MODEL AGAIN AND AGAIN

[@rolandobeltran2116]

Her voice … her attitude it’s soooo classy ❤ love that vogue is bringing the OGs

[@gloriaemon6624]

That Shallom anecdote is such a perfect 90s supermodel story, I love it

[@pa5666]

Side note: not only is Amber iconic in the fashion industry, she's also iconic in horror. One of the first times I saw her was in Dead Silence (a James Wan film). I remember thinking how stunning she looked not even realizing she was a model. We love a multi-talented queen ✨✨

[@rachkate76]

Haven’t seen it but saw her in What Lies Beneath with Michelle Pfeiffer and Harrison Ford. It’s labeled as a horror but it’s not- it’s just suspenseful.

[@magicknight13]

Yes!!!!!😊

[@StellaAdler_]

She isn not only a supermode, but a great actress, just like Abbey Lee. She was amazing in Hitch!

[@kenziemydear]

OH MY GOSH SHE'S ALLEGRA !!!!!!!!! it was on the tip of my tongue !!!!!!

[@KingoftheRoad-2023]

Why does Vogue Call every breathing Female a SUPER MODEL?? That word has now lost its meaning.I didnt even know who this was until Vogue carelessly used the name SUPER MODEL AGAIN AND AGAIN

[@user-yb8vr2ip2t]

See "What Lies Beneath".... 😮

[@ames-inthe-grass]

@@KingoftheRoad-2023because she’s literally one of the OGs she walked with naomi and shalom if you watched the video you would at least know about the latter

[@bastelkiste2242]

I liked that she spoke a lot about others and not only herself. ❤

[@antmullenix-fielder84]

Amber is a class act all the way!

[@TheFantasyClinic]

Wow, this was so beautifully expressed. I love how Amber showed incredible respect and appreciation for all of the opportunitie given to her and people she worked/collaborated with.

[@JetPackDino]

What a lovely, lovely interview. I remember those early magazine covers! Her green eyes, so gorgeous, she totally "burned the camera lens" in that amazing model way. And yes, that Tom Ford show she opened was HUGE, instantly iconic. Much admiration for Amber Valletta, her person and her career. THANK you Vogue.

[@winromeo]

A beauty inside and out. I was honored to have worked with her and she was and is 100% sincere and lovely. I’m so happy to see her making waves of sustainability in Fashion. Thank you Amber! ❤

[@saraken9718]

So articulate and well spoken, most of the time I just go through video quickly, but I very much enjoyed Amber talking about her looks.

[@THEMODELGENE]

Amber is sensational and more beautiful with each passing year. It is also fantastic to see the Shalamber duo back working together.

[@mighty_isis9294]

I really love this series! I grew up with the original SuperModels so having them reflect on some of their iconic looks now is just so much fun!

[@sassas4919]

I love how she expresses herself and the gracefull way she gives this viedo so much substance and shines a light on everyone. Great job!

[@SuperToocool4skool]

I'm glad she overcame her tough battle with drugs and alcohol! She's a strong beautiful woman. Very inspirational 👏

[@wesleywilliams6442]

The 90’s supermodels were like none other period.

[@anaclaralaurinomello3440]

Timeless beauty. Loved Amber.

[@Hanabi-fj8vy]

She is so classy & beautiful. I love how she clarified Harlow moment gracefully.

[@a.johnson1860]

Such an inspiration to see Amber working towards an increase of sustainability in fashion. Bravo!

[@jesusvillegas6001]

Timeless beauty and so classy ❤

[@Russiagirl]

❤❤

[@izewuwaehimwonzee1311]

We can all agree she's just so entertaining! Like if you support her!!💞✨

[@vikram1477]

Love her! She’s truly one of the best models of all time!

[@anyalovesperfume3881]

Amber has been my favorite supermodel since the early 90s. She continues to inspire!

[@jessicarosen4277]

She has gotten even more beautiful with age, if that is even humanly possible. I love seeing a woman embrace aging with confidence, not trying to look 20 or 30 forever. I would love to see her in beauty campaigns again.

[@leiladasha]

some asians look 25 at 50 and they are people who look 37 at 56 till 65

[@northwoodfalls1403]

What a lovely woman. That retrospective was very nostalgic. It’s funny that girls of my time had favourite supermodels. I don’t know if that’s still a thing. I’m not sure it is on the large scale it was for us. Amber was always one of my favourites and to see how many truly iconic moments she was a part of is impressive.

[@brandonupton8643]

She's so well spoken and elegant! ❤

[@musics4me]

Amber having had participated in a handful of important fashion moments is so❤

[@Jackjohnjay]

Amber and Nadia were my two absolute favs in the post Christy/Cindy/Kate/Naomi/Linda generation.

[@veronicachic]

She's very humble and graceful about the Shalom thing. Classy lady.

[@m.e.5]

What an incredible career and talent. Thank you Vogue for featuring these stories-I teared up when Amber was sharing that tribute to Albera

[@everlastingspirit223]

I know everyone talks about Linda Evangelista as being the best of the best, both on print and runway but AMBERRR , her face, her expression, her fierceness is force to be reckon with. The ICONIC picture in black and white of her with the angel wings shot by Peter Lindeberg is MAGNIFIQUE… her body language and face just really translate beautifully in any image.. and I love her. I think if anyone can give Linda a run for her money with facial expression it’s the likes of Amber and Kate Moss… imo. Just natural storytellers you know .. something we sort of lack now a days.

[@antmullenix-fielder84]

I couldn't agree with you more! Well said! 👏👏👏👏👏

[@RideOnTime1]

I agree about Linda and Kate, but I think you should include Kristen Mc Menamy too.

[@vjerez1149]

That Peter Lindbergh editorial with the angel wings in New York is one of the most iconic photoshoots in fashion history.

[@allways_alexa]

I love listening to her. She has depth in the way she describes each piece. Very vivid memory too!

[@rookmanikaur6170]

I love Amber Valetta! So timeless, so classy. Thank you for featuring her. Also, love those earrings. Are they David Yurman?

[@pandamaria573]

I would love to know the brand of those earrings, I thought they were Bottega Veneta.

[@metro900digitalstudio]

Amber is a timeless icon! Literally one of the uber-super-models!!

[@dakotablue3366]

This is truly a beautiful human being. It is not just about the way she looks. It is about the way she speaks. It is about her values and her beauty. I’ve always loved her as a model, but clearly you can tell that she is beauty incarnate through and through❤

[@bernardygouellet7293]

I’m not a supermodel fan but her what can I say. She still got it. Aging like wine 🍷 #BottomsUp

[@nyyiag2514]

Her Versace looks are my favorite.

[@manuelrengeldiaz]

She's such a beautiful and charming woman. I didn't know her before I saw her walking for Mugler this year and I was so mesmerized by her catwalk and now I'm a fan.

[@LaraA55]

A highly intelligent, well spoken woman. Pure class

[@LeonorFiniCat]

Love Amber. A true fashion icon and an awesome and strong person.

[@PinkPong-pt7ps]

she's an icon, she's a legend and she's a moment (and always be) ! now come on now!

[@lissandrafreljord7913]

They should've also included the Fall 2000 Versace campaign with Georgina Greenville. That was such an iconic look.

[@subenthap90]

I would looooove to see Yasmeen Ghauri do one of these ❤️

[@Garcelle1987]

Love that she mentioned Hitch, she was absolutely adorable in it

[@enns5366]

I love her so much. The 90's models are my favorite.

[@zy11364]

So gorgeous, elegant and noble. One of the best models ever❤️

[@franss7554]

I remember she used to be everywhere with her campaigns!! I’m glad she’s back and more active again these recent years ❤❤

[@dragomir_in_giardino]

By far, Amber is my absolute number one!

[@mikeokeeffe4692]

Im 38 and she was everywhere in the 90s then Saw her in Hitch and she impressed me alot. As an actress, she had everything and her timing and ability were the most natural. She was just brilliant in that role and just exuded warmth and sincerity that was simply wonderful. She seems like that in real life and its actually refreshing to see a person grow more confident and embrace the process of becoming mature. Shes grown into a lovely woman who looks natural, and has a face that still moves and she seems really cool and fun. I kind of wouldnt mind a night of some pool, a few beers and an open jukebox in a dive somewhere to have a drink and play some tunes and see what music she would put on to play pool and get drunk... Shed be a laugh I reckon

[@anjahoffmann2613]

so beautiful and well spoken! ❤️

[@nonid5627]

I was introduced to her by Revenge and What Lies Beneath, as I didn’t follow fashion. Love her.

[@jed1680]

She’s not just a supermodel as you can see she has a genuine, kind aura that you know you can trust her completely and transparently.

[@alicemilton8756]

I love her, I’m so happy that she’s having such a successful career 💛💛

[@maggyxchuu]

she’s sooo beautiful and also the commentary on this video such an icon and class act 🤍🤍🤍

[@gleander4405]

Truly super! Hope to see Kristen McMenamy, Karen Elson, Guinevere Van Seenus, Jessica Stam, Chloe Sevigny, Kate Moss (!), and Ms. Linda Evangelista on this series!

[@floy2d]

Linda is already in one episode 😊 and Kate does one about “what’s in my bag” but in with you on Guinevere and Kristen - especially with the 90s edge they had! ❤

[@rachkate76]

And Elle, but she’s a bit of a cooker nutjob now.

[@TheRalphie2020]

LOVE that Versace look! The Ad Campaign is awesome! ❤❤

[@stephanle9510]

Amber is the true definition of substance, beauty, class ams intelligence!! Just amazing ❤❤

[@impopquiz]

One of the or only multi faceted models, actor. Always classy n beautiful.

[@luisaoc7378]

she and christy were my favorites

[@aliahspirituality]

Ive always found her so uniquely beautiful and to have a beautiful energy since seeing her in 'Hitch'. Very excited that she was on here!

[@happytrails699]

she is so naturally beautiful

[@christophersainth]

One of the all time great beauties.

[@philippamediwake1235]

I like this lady a lot. She is authentic & compassionate. Both are great qualities to bare ❤

[@AuntieFa]

She's such a chameleon and looks so different with each look. I wonder how many times I've seen her throughout my 39 years on this earth not knowing it's her.

[@PBJ1989]

“My best friend, Shalom” Iconic!

[@kath1626]

She's so ridiculously beautiful.

[@padmeh8r994]

she aged so beautifully

[@gerardoarenasss]

she’s the epitome of American beauty, not in the "girl next door" kind of way, just pure American beauty

[@xoxo9354]

Wat is pure American beauty?.......she's EUROPEAN..not real American

[@henriquearaujo9283]

she’s of italian and british ancenstry

[@bluebellbeatnik4945]

@@henriquearaujo9283 white americans are european

[@kjwest2047]

Let's put more respect on Amber Valetta's name, she is and forever will be an icon

[@aknbal9271]

Candice Swanepoel should definitely come. I would love to see him in this series too.

[@SUPREME990]

See her*

[@kbb1919]

Yes!!!

[@DarkCatDark]

Him he is non binary now

[@tula1433]

Lol her. And no she is not “non binary”

[@lolalouise9503]

Him??

[@RandyS727]

awesome retrospective … Amber has been my favorite Model of All Time since the first day I saw her on her first US Vogue Cover … does she now have 17 US Vogue Covers?

[@prismatism]

Life in Looks is always at its best when done with supers or seasoned artists

[@Luke-rm1kw]

She's so fun to listen to

[@pir006]

What an incredibly smart and articulate woman!

[@maaribb3531]

she has such a bright personality.

[@SuperToocool4skool]

I love Shalamber ❤ ❤ Shalom and Amber are true supermodels!!!

[@vjerez1149]

Amber and Christy Turlington will forever remain among my favorite models, I admire them so much, not just for their accomplishments in modelign but also for their commitment to environmental causes, and for their healthy, down to earth, very low-key type of personalities. People in fashion tend to be very full of themselves and there's a lot of vices, so their humility and just being normal is so appreciated. Rock on, Amber! You'll always have a fan in me ❤❤

[@bluebellbeatnik4945]

6:19 - I only clicked for this dress. had no idea of who this model was (never heard of her). I wanted this dress so badly when I was younger. I LOVED it. still do.

[@lisamdemers8622]

Lover her! So underrated. ❤her relationship with Shalom

[@iamlaisgrosman]

I love that Shalamber moment at Todd Oldham's show! I loved seeing her point of view in this episode! 😂😂😂😂😂

[@valeriegroccia4968]

She is so eloquent and REFRESHING. A real role model.

[@ramparkash2318]

Valerie Groccia. Ur are too role model.

[@devonzoal9385]

Such a beautiful soul

[@chadglasner4755]

She's still so beautiful.

[@jb8280]

I’m so proud of my fellow Okie. Tulsa, Oklahoma. Booker T! Amber always!!!

[@MrRobertito17]

Amber and Shalom are the best duo and can also do movies which is very rare for supermodels! I love Amber on What Lies Beneath....

[@jaycepero8069]

Models today don’t hold a candle to the women of 90s. Amber was and is stunning.

[@MK-dj5vz]

Such an intelligent beautiful strong person

[@cj-gunn]

OK I need Amber looking at 1000 looks... Beyond her beauty, she is articulate and intelligent, charming and empathetic, engaged and engaging, feminine and powerful... I could go on... And yes, Allegra Cole was all of those things too

[@DiamondStylz]

ONE OF MY FAVES

[@bgarrah3886]

She is so well spoken and elegant. There’s an inner beauty and intelligence there that shines through in this interview 🤩

[@ayakamil1891]

She keeps getting better looking over the years

[@johnayalachef]

Love,love, love this woman❤

[@Mimo_krockodil]

Супермодель одним словом. Почему сейчас таких нет?

[@ДубовыеЛеса]

Моды нет, нет и супермоделей. Ждем пока все места креативных директоров позанимают персонажи типа фарела. Каждому дому по фарелу! Так победим!

[@Field-Meerkat]

Its funny, i cant remember her as one of the supermodels of the 90s, but i do remember the others. I know her more for acting, think i first saw her in Hitch 😄 She is utterly beautiful.

[@juliakoltzoff6870]

Please, please PLEASE!! Do Daria Werbowy- PLEASE!!!!

[@irvinglorenzo85]

i miss Daria Werbowy so badly.😢 we all miss Daria and her nonchalant effortlessness and ethereal qualities that she brought to the fashion world. wish she’d come back to the fashion world one day.😢