Harleth Kuusik is an Estonian fashion model born on December 6, 1996, in Tallinn, the capital of Estonia and a city she proudly calls home. Growing up in this vibrant and modern European city, Harleth developed a natural interest in fashion and visual culture. Her journey into professional modeling began in 2013, when she made a remarkable debut on the runway for Proenza Schouler. From that moment, fashion insiders and model agencies quickly recognized her striking look and confident runway presence, marking the beginning of an extraordinary modeling career.
Shortly after her debut, Harleth Kuusik gained international attention in the fashion industry. In 2014, the Estonian model appeared in advertising campaigns for several influential fashion houses, including Valentino, Edun, Coach Inc., and Proenza Schouler. Her growing reputation also led to campaigns for Emilio Pucci and Vera Wang. The renowned casting director Ashley Brokaw played a pivotal role in launching her high-fashion career, connecting her with leading model agencies and introducing her to major luxury brands.
Harleth Kuusik quickly became one of the most sought-after runway models of her generation. She has walked for prestigious fashion houses such as Fendi, Gucci, Chanel, Sonia Rykiel, Nina Ricci, Versace, Rick Owens, Roberto Cavalli, Michael Kors, Givenchy, Alexander Wang, Calvin Klein, Saint Laurent, Paco Rabanne, Maison Martin Margiela, Lanvin, Gareth Pugh, Emanuel Ungaro, Alexander McQueen, Acne Studios, Giambattista Valli, Louis Vuitton, Miu Miu, and Prada. Opening the Giambattista Valli show was a particularly memorable moment in her modeling career, highlighting the trust designers place in top models to set the tone for their collections.
The Spring/Summer 2016 season became a defining moment in Harleth’s modeling career, as she walked in more than 100 runway shows worldwide. Achieving such an impressive milestone placed her among the most visible models of that season. Her runway success also led to prominent editorial appearances and strengthened her relationships with global model agencies that represent top talents in the fashion industry.
In addition to her runway accomplishments, Harleth Kuusik has appeared on the covers of influential magazines such as Numéro Tokyo and Vogue Portugal. She has also been featured in editorials for prestigious publications including Vogue Italia, Vogue Paris, and i-D. These editorial projects demonstrate her versatility as a fashion model and highlight her ability to adapt to different creative concepts within the modeling world.
Harleth Kuusik is known for being represented by major model agencies across the globe, reflecting the strong demand for her presence in international modeling. While her professional life is widely documented through fashion campaigns, runway shows, and editorial photography, she prefers to keep her private life relatively discreet. Born and raised in Tallinn, she remains closely connected to her roots and occasionally shares glimpses of her personal life, including moments with her family, with her followers.
Through dedication, talent, and strong collaborations with leading model agencies, Harleth Kuusik has established herself as one of Estonia’s most successful models on the global fashion stage. Her journey from Tallinn to the international runways demonstrates how determination and passion for modeling can transform a promising newcomer into a recognized figure in the fashion industry.
