The curve modeling world is having its biggest moment yet in 2026, and these 30 influencers are leading the charge. From Sports Illustrated features to major brand campaigns, these models aren't just breaking barriers—they're shattering them completely. Here's your exclusive guide to the curvy model influencers you need to follow right now.
1. Paloma Elsesser (@palomija) - 644K Followers
Paloma Elsesser sits firmly at the top of the curvy modeling world with over 644,000 Instagram followers. Her bio proudly declares "some girls are bigger than others," a simple yet powerful statement that's become a rallying cry for body diversity in fashion. The macro influencer has graced runways for major fashion houses and continues to push the industry toward authentic representation.
Paloma's influence extends beyond the Instagram grid—she's a cultural force reshaping how the fashion world views beauty.
2. Cinthya Izquierdo (@cinthya_izquierdo) - 528.3K Followers
Charlotte, North Carolina-based Cinthya Izquierdo has built an impressive empire with 528,000 followers. Represented by Dorothy Combs Models, she's become the go-to face for Fashion Nova Curve, regularly showcasing their latest collections to her devoted fanbase. Cinthya's approach blends accessibility with aspiration—her followers know they can recreate her looks without breaking the bank.
Her website, cinthyaizquierdo.com, offers even more style inspiration for her growing community.
3. Daisy Van Egmond (@daisy_christina) - 481K Followers
Daisy Van Egmond is living a double life—and her 481,000 followers are here for all of it. The Dutch model with Indonesian roots splits her time between strutting for Fashion Nova Curve and working as a Chanel beauty advisor in New York. Represented by Dorothy Combs Models, Daisy brings luxury beauty expertise to the curve modeling space, proving that high-end fashion and inclusive sizing aren't mutually exclusive. Her unique perspective as both model and beauty insider makes her content invaluable for followers seeking that elevated aesthetic.
4. Katya B Karlova (@katya.b.karlova) - 455K Followers
Katya B. Karlova's journey from corporate VP to full-time model, creator, author, and speaker resonates deeply with her 455,000 followers. She's not just posting pretty pictures—she's on a mission. Katya uses her platform to raise endometriosis awareness while sharing messages about self-love, resilience, and "romanticizing life." Her focus on embracing feminine power has created a community that values authenticity as much as aesthetics.
Visit katyabkarlova.com to dive deeper into her world.
5. Angelina Kirsch (@angelina.kirsch) - 198K Followers
German TV host and curve model Angelina Kirsch brings mainstream entertainment credibility to the modeling world with nearly 198,000 followers. She's a familiar face on SAT.1's "The Taste" and Netflix's "Wer kann, der kann," introducing curve modeling to primetime European television audiences.
Her partnerships with About You and Purina Deutschland, plus her own Rock Your Curves by Angelina K line, show she's building a multi-platform brand that extends far beyond Instagram.
6. Louise O'Reilly (@stylemecurvy) - 190K Followers
UK-based Louise O'Reilly has been championing diversity in fashion for years through her Style Me Curvy platform. With over 190,000 followers, the mum to Lexi balances motherhood with her curve modeling career and influential blog at stylemecurvy.net. Louise's weekly newsletter keeps her community engaged with the latest in size-inclusive fashion, and her advocacy work has made her a trusted voice for women navigating the often-frustrating world of plus-size shopping.
7. Celia (@by__celia) - 168K Followers
Madrid-based Celia brings European sophistication to the curve modeling scene with 168,000 followers. The Fashion Nova Curve ambassador seamlessly blends lifestyle and fashion content, proving that curvy style speaks a universal language. Her aesthetic leans toward chic, polished looks that translate across cultures, making her a favorite for followers seeking elevated everyday style with a Spanish flair.
8. Alyssa Brown (@itsmisslys) - 142K Followers
Italian model Alyssa Brown is juggling it all—and making it look effortless. Based between LA and Miami, the Dorothy Combs Models talent has built a loyal following of 142,000 by sharing her life as a model and mother. Her content covers curvy fits, lifestyle moments, and beauty tips, all while celebrating her Italian heritage and raising her daughter. Alyssa proves that motherhood and modeling aren't just compatible—they're both beautiful.
9. Isadee Jansen (@isadeejansen) - 138K Followers
Dutch model Isadee Jansen represents the truly global nature of curve modeling. With representation across the Netherlands, UK, Germany, Belgium, France, and Switzerland through Euro Model Amsterdam, she's building a 138,000-strong international following. Her partnership with Shot Coffee Amsterdam adds a lifestyle element to her modeling career, showing she's thinking beyond the runway to build a multifaceted personal brand.
10. Taylor Edwards (@curvemodeltayloredwards) - 93.1K Followers
Taylor Edwards has cultivated a highly engaged micro-influencer community of 93,100 followers who come for the curve modeling content and stay for the authentic connection. While specific details about Taylor remain under wraps, her dedicated following speaks to the power of consistent, relatable content in the curve modeling space.
11. Sharon Clawson (@sharontheclaw) - 110K Followers
Sharon Clawson, represented by Minelli Management, Model Nexus, and Daniel Hoff Agency, has built her 110,000-follower community through strategic multi-agency representation. Her approach to modeling shows the business savvy required to succeed in today's influencer economy, where representation across multiple markets can exponentially grow your reach and opportunities.
12. Mia Franz-Gelicka (@miafranzgelicka) - 72.7K Followers
Mia Franz-Gelicka describes herself as "Barbie sun, Bratz moon & Winx rising"—and her 72,700 followers are living for the nostalgic Y2K energy. Beyond modeling, Mia has launched her own clothing line, Mia's Closet, available at shop.miascloset_, and creates written content under #MiaFranzWrites.
She's proof that today's successful models need to be entrepreneurs, creators, and brand builders all at once.
13. Anita Marshall (@anitamarshall_) - 68.2K Followers
Anita Marshall landed one of the most coveted gigs in modeling: Sports Illustrated. The Dorothy Combs Models talent has parlayed that major feature into a thriving Instagram presence of 68,200 followers. Her Sports Illustrated credit gives her serious credibility in an industry that's historically excluded curvy women from its most prestigious publications.
14. Marielle Greguski (@mariellegreguski) - 65K Followers
NYC-based Marielle Greguski brings "big sister vibes" to her 65,000 followers, combining curve fashion with body positivity and LGBTQ+ advocacy. The curve model and actor co-host the Double Entendre podcast, using audio to dive deeper into conversations about identity, fashion, and representation. Marielle's intersectional approach—celebrating both body diversity and queer identity—resonates with followers seeking authentic, multi-dimensional representation.
15. Alva Claire (@alvaclaire) - 63.7K Followers
Represented by IMG Worldwide, one of the most prestigious modeling agencies in the world, Alva Claire's 63,700 followers know they're watching someone with serious industry backing. IMG's investment in curve modeling through talent like Alva signals that body diversity isn't a niche market—it's the future of fashion at the highest levels.
16. Kaylee Slagus (@kaylee.slagus) - 56.8K Followers
Kaylee Slagus uses her platform of 56,800 followers to share more than just size 16/18 fashion inspiration. The Wilhelmina Models curve talent openly discusses her PCOS journey and trying-to-conceive experience, bringing vulnerability and realness to an industry often accused of being superficial. Her collection with Laurie Belles and Fashion Nova Curve partnership show she's building a business while building community.
Visit kayleeslagus.com for more of her story.
17. Jennifer Maitland (@jennmaitland) - 47.9K Followers
NYC and Miami-based Jennifer Maitland keeps it real with her 47,900 followers. The Fusion Models NYC and Dorothy Combs Models talent is a proud dog mom to two pups (represented by peach and jeans emojis), and her content reflects her authentic life—fashion, yes, but also the everyday moments with her fur babies that make her relatable and beloved.
18. Nicole Marie Dancy (@nicolerizzuto_) - 46.9K Followers
Nicole Marie Dancy isn't just building her own career—she's helping build others' too. The Florida-based model scouts talent through her Scouted by Nicole venture while maintaining her own thriving modeling career with Dorothy Combs Models (MIA/LA) and The Curv NYC. Her Italian heritage and dual role as model and scout give her unique insight into what makes curve modeling careers successful in 2026.
19. Ruth Leysa Santiago (@ruthleysa) - 45.5K Followers
Ruth Leysa Santiago is using her platform for transformation. The Dorothy Combs Models talent, who works across Orlando, NYC, and LA, is the CEO of Unique Girls Academy, available at UniqueGirlsAcademy.com. With 45,500 followers watching her journey, Ruth represents the new generation of models who see their platform as an opportunity to mentor and uplift others, not just promote products.
20. Maria Gimena (@mariagimena.jpeg) - 26K Followers
Maria Gimena keeps her mystique with minimal bio information, but her 26,000 followers don't seem to mind. Sometimes in the influencer world, less is more—and Maria's curated aesthetic speaks for itself without needing lengthy explanations or constant oversharing.
21. Prin Summer Davis (@madame_summer) - 28.8K Followers
Prin Summer Davis works with Dorothy Combs Models across LA, NY, and Miami, bringing content creation expertise to her modeling career. With 28,800 followers, she represents the micro-influencer sweet spot—large enough to land brand deals, intimate enough to maintain genuine connections with her community.
22. Sophie Sheppard (@sophieshepp) - 16.9K Followers
Australian curve model Sophie Sheppard, represented by Icon Management, brings her optimistic "the best is yet to be" energy to her 16,900 followers down under. She's actively seeking social collaborations (DM her!), showing the hustle required to grow in international markets where curve modeling is still carving out space.
23. Gretchen Hall (@gretchen_hall) - 16.5K Followers
Gretchen Hall proudly claims the title of "your favorite redhead from Ohio" and her 16,500 followers would agree. The Dorothy Combs Models talent working in NYC and Miami brings Midwest authenticity to the fashion capitals, proving you don't need to be from New York or LA to make it in modeling—you just need to be unapologetically yourself.
24. Janna Jones (@thecurvyplusmodel) - 15K Followers
Janna Jones wears many hats: plus-size model, style coach, University of Arizona alum, Sigma Gamma Rho sorority sister, and golf enthusiast. As the face and body of Chic and Curvy Boutique, she's built a 15,000-follower community that values her multi-dimensional approach to life. Janna proves that curve models can—and should—have interests beyond fashion.
25. Antia (@oh_mon_dieu_) - 13.2K Followers
Split between Munich and Bilbao, Antia brings a European perspective to her 13,200 followers. Her French-inspired handle "oh mon dieu" (oh my god) hints at the dramatic, eye-catching content her followers have come to expect. Sometimes a smaller, highly engaged following beats a massive but disconnected one.
26. Daiana Kosower (@dako_lol) - 5.8K Followers
Daiana Kosower is combining modeling with neuroscience—yes, you read that right. The nano-influencer with 5,800 followers helps models transform from "nerves and distrust to magnetic energy" in front of the camera. Having modeled for over 20 international brands, Daiana's using her experience to educate the next generation. Her unique niche shows that influence isn't just about follower count—it's about expertise.
27. Milan Ciara (@milanzciara) - 3.5K Followers
Chilean and Mexican model Milan Ciara represents Dorothy Combs Models from San Diego and LA with 3,500 followers. Her proud celebration of her Latina heritage in the curve modeling space adds crucial diversity to an industry still working toward true representation. Milan's growing platform shows that authenticity and cultural pride resonate deeply with audiences.
28. Nicole Anahi (@kneekoole) - 3.4K Followers
"Transforming daily through Christ Jesus" is how Nicole Anahi introduces herself to her 3,400 followers. The LA curve model with Dorothy Combs Models brings her Honduran, Guatemalan, and German heritage to every post, always moving "with grace and love." Nicole represents faith-forward influencers who integrate their spirituality seamlessly into their professional content.
29. Stella Kizildag (@stellakizildag) - 2.8K Followers
Don't let Stella Kizildag's 2,800 follower count fool you—her influence extends far beyond Instagram. The Switzerland's Next Topmodel competitor finished in the Top 3 Newcomers at Swiss Influence and writes as a columnist for nau.ch. Represented by Scout Model 1, Stella's multi-platform approach at empowered-by-stella.com shows that true influence comes from quality over quantity.
30. Tessa Schmidt (@tessa.curvy) - 2.4K Followers
Rounding out our list is Tessa Schmidt, the ginger curve model from Koblenz, Germany, with 2,400 devoted followers. Represented by Rothman Models, Tessa proves that nano-influencers can build meaningful careers in curve modeling. Her intimate community allows for genuine connections that mega-influencers often struggle to maintain.
From Paloma Elsesser's 644,000 followers to Tessa Schmidt's tight-knit community of 2,400, these 30 curve model influencers are rewriting the rules of fashion in 2026. They're entrepreneurs, advocates, mothers, content creators, and trailblazers—proving that there's no single path to success in curve modeling.
Whether you're looking for Fashion Nova Curve hauls, high-fashion runway inspiration, body-positive advocacy, or simply beautiful humans living their best lives, these influencers deliver. Follow them, support them, and watch as they continue transforming the fashion industry one post at a time.