5 Best Cities for Modeling in the World

4. Milan

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In 2014, Milan was named the world fashion capital, leaving New York, Paris, Rome, and London, all behind. Many of Italy’s major fashion powerhouses, such as Valentino, Versace, Prada, Armani, and Dolce & Gabbana, call Milan home. Moreover, international fashion brands, like Abercrombie & Fitch, have established flagship stores in the city. Milan also proudly hosts biannual fashion weeks akin to other global fashion centers. The city’s premier fashion district, the “quadrilatero della Moda,” has prestigious shopping streets like Via Montenapoleone and Via della Spiga.