Her FW08 Prada debut made headlines, and the Vogue Italia cover that ensued soon after caused a worldwide frenzy. But despite the sudden thrust into fame, Jourdan has remained composed and professional, allowing the work she produces to speak for her. Now, only campaign bookings stand in her way of improving her position upon this list.

Ever since she appeared on the FW08 Balmain catwalk, Anna has been one of the most in-demand faces of today – despite only having a single agency represent her worldwide. On top of Carine Roitfeld’s support, a successful sophomore runway stint has propelled her into further stardom, and Anna definitely seems prepared to take the reins from the great names before her. Like Anna Jagodzinska, her lack of carryover points from SS08 has kept her at her current position, but at this rate, her ascent will be swift.

Anna Maria’s return is no doubt the comeback story of the year, and accumulating the most editorial points (By far) for the month of September is proof that she is potentially on her way upward – both in terms of her career and these rankings – at an exponential pace. For now, the lack of work from the previous season keeps her at a lower position, but once we reach the SS09 season, she will emerge triumphant.