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Yfke Sturm (born November 19, 1981 in Almere, The Netherlands) is a Dutch fashion model.
Yfke Sturm | |
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| Born | November 19, 1981 |
| Nationality | Dutch |
| Occupation | fashion model |
| Height | 180 cm; 5 ft 11 in |
Youth
Born in the new and developing poldertown Almere, Netherlands, Yfke Sturm is the daughter of an environmental inspector and a journalist. Yfke grew up playing sports with her two brothers and planning a future in sports medicine. That all changed one day in 1998, at a store in Almere where Sturm was approached by a scout for Elite Models. The 5’11" agreed to enter the 1998 Elite Model Look Contest.
Career
Winning not only Dutch nationals, but also the top prize at the International event in Nice, France, Sturm’s career in fashion began shortly thereafter. Determined to start working immediately, she balanced work and school successfully, dividing her time between New York, Paris and Amsterdam. Shortly after winning the Elite modellook in Nice, Sturm signed an exclusive contract with Ralph Lauren and Calvin Klein Cosmetics. Sturm has posed for many international fashion magazines such as Vogue, Harper's Bazaar, Elle, Marie Claire, Allure, Cosmo, L'Officiel, gracing many covers as well. Her advertising campaigns include Ralph Lauren, Calvin Klein, Emporio Armani, Gianfranco Ferre, DKNY, Escada, H&M, Carolina Herrera and many more. Most recently she shot for Pantene, Garnier, Biotherm, XoXo, The J Lo Campaign, and Victoria's Secret.[citation needed]
Sturm has worked with many respected photographers, graced the catwalk for many prestigious designers, and most recently hosted the Dutch version of America's Next Top Model, Holland's Next Top Model.