Topshop reveal Christmas campaign with new batch of 'Supers' including Bella Hadid and Ella Richards

The campaign comes a year after Cara Delevingne fronted the brand's 2014 festive collection
Charlie Teather10 November 2015

Just as we had all begun to tiptoe delicately into festive territory, Topshop have jumped in headfirst as they reveal their Christmas campaign.

Modelling their perfectly seasonal velvet, lace and faux fur pieces adorned with sequins and delicate embroidery, are a roll call of models that the brand have dubbed the new 'Supers'.

Joining Gigi Hadid's little sister Bella and Keith Richards' grandaughter Ella, are Imaan Hammam, Aneta Pajak, Sophia Ahrens, Grace Hartzel, Malaika Firth and Marga Esquivel.

Speaking of the campaign, the brand's Creative Director, Kate Phelan said: "Topshop is renowned for bringing new talent, fashion and experiences to its customers."

"We have cast a stellar line up to mark the start of the festive season, bringing together a group of girls we love. They’re stylish, socially engaged and fun; they are Topshop."

Topshop's new 'Supers'

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During the campaign shoot, the girls were quizzed on secret talents, Christmas lists and what it takes to be a supermodel.

Bella Hadid

What advice would you give to models starting out?

You've got to be nice. Friendship is probably the most important thing in the fashion world, otherwise no one really respects you. If you're mean you're not going to go very far.

How is it having a sister in the same industry?

We're always really busy, so it’s nice to see each other at work. Fashion week is great because we finally get to hang out.

Sophia Ahrens

What did you want to be growing up?

I never thought I’d be a model. I don’t know how it happened! I still ask myself – how did I get here?! Growing up in the countryside I always wanted to be a farmer.

Where’s the coolest place you’ve been?

I travelled to LA to walk Burberry and it was unbelievable. I went sightseeing, hung out on Venice beach. It’s different to anywhere I’ve ever travelled, which is a lot!

Imaan Hammam

What scares you?

In the early days, modelling was nerve-wracking – I had to open my first big show with Anna Wintour and Kanye sitting in the front row and I was shaking. Luckily make-up artist Pat McGrath calmed me down. She’s the sweetest thing.

What’s on your Christmas list?

A new surfboard and a really festive jumper.

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Malaika Firth

What makes a role model in the fashion world?

Someone who’s not afraid to be themselves. It’s about speaking your mind and knowing what you want in life, without worrying what other people think. That’s what people look up to.

Where do you see yourself in five years?

I hope I’ll be getting married with a kid in a big house – that would be nice!

Ella Richards

Have you inherited any musical talent from your granddad?

No! I tried learning the piano but my teacher kept me on nursery rhymes for about a year. You can't be playing ‘Twinkle Twinkle Little Star’ when you're 14…

What makes a supermodel?

I think it’s about having that ‘mysterious’ thing – where you don’t give away too much. Also someone who’s just a nice person.

Marga Esquivel

What made you dye your hair?

I was going through a lot of changes in my life so just wanted to do something different. I wanted something sun kissed but unusual – inspired by the surfer girls back home.

How will you be spending the holidays?

With my family and my boyfriend watching a ‘Nightmare Before Christmas’.

Grace Hartzel

What’s your secret talent?

If I weren’t a model I’d be a musician. I don’t play any instruments but I like singing. I’m a good singer. I like to write tunes and my karaoke song would be something by New Order.

What makes a supermodel?

I think consistency – consistency in being yourself but also being kind to everyone. Also being on time, choosing the right jobs. You definitely have to have serious personality.

Aneta Pajak

What's the best beauty trick you've learnt from make-up artists?

One make-up artist taught me how to make a body scrub just by mixing sugar and honey. It really works!

What are you doing for the holidays?

All I want is time with my family. Relaxing, loved ones and food is the best package.

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