Born and raised in Wageningen, The Netherlands, Dutch model Rianne van Rompaey has risen to prominence among the new generation of supermodels, celebrated for their distinctive and diverse features. With her long mane of red locks, a dewy yet freckled complexion, and feline-like enigmatic eyes, she captivates audiences and sets herself apart.
Spotted by an Amsterdam agency at the age of 19 while attending her local high school, this flame-haired beauty has since established herself in the fashion industry, showcasing a blend of subdued confidence, on-camera chemistry, and a talent for embodying various personas.
Renowned for her chameleon-like versatility, each of her photographs tells a unique story, earning her a coveted spot on the Business Of Fashion’s prestigious list of 500 talents shaping the fashion landscape.
Handpicked by Louis Vuitton’s Nicolas Ghesquiere to walk in his debut show for the Autumn/Winter collection, van Rompaey forged a creative alliance with the iconic designer that endures to this day. Her journey to stardom accelerated with a landmark appearance on the 50th-anniversary cover of Vogue Italia, shot by the legendary Steven Meisel, where she held her own alongside industry heavyweights.
At 28 years old, her career trajectory shows no signs of slowing down. She boasts an impressive portfolio of campaigns for renowned brands such asLouis Vuitton, Tom Ford, Moschino, Loewe, Burberry, Fendi, Zara, Chloe, Valentino, Prada, Tiffany & Co, Marc Jacobs and Chanel to name a few. She also continues to walk for the likes of Prada, Miu Miu, Chanel, Alexander McQueen, Chloe, Saint Laurent, Fendi, Versace and others.
Continuously in demand on the runway circuit, she graces the catwalks for esteemed fashion houses including Prada, Chanel, and Versace.
Van Rompaey has been a choice face for photographers to capture, including Steven Meisel, Karim Sadli, Juergen Teller, Jamie Hawksworth, David Sims, Inez & Vinoodh, Alasdair McLellan, Willy Vanderperre, Craig McDean, Mikael Janson, Mario Sorrenti, Meet & Marcus, and the late Peter Lindberg. and has appeared on the covers of W Magazine, Self Service, WSJ, The New York Times Magazine, Harpers Bazaar France, Holiday Magazine, D la Repubblica, Five issues of Vogue Italia, Seven covers of Vogue Paris, i-D, AnOther, Document Journal and countless others.
Beyond her modeling prowess, she exudes a vibrant personality and eclectic tastes, finding inspiration in music icons like Fleetwood Mac and Debbie Harry, and indulging in literary pursuits such as reading Baudelaire. A true adventurer at heart, she aspires to conquer skydiving, fulfilling one of many ambitions on her ever-expanding bucket list.
Residing in Amsterdam, Rianne Van Rompaey is represented by DNA Model Management.