2012 - Elite Model Look

Founded in 1983, Elite Model Look is the world's most prestigious international modelling contest. It is credited with discovering Super Models including Cindy Crawford, Gisele Bundchen, Lara Stone and Alessandra Ambrosio.

Each year up to 350,000 candidates across 30 countries participate in this extraordinary modelling competition that is a launching pad, not just for a modelling career, but for the world stage.

The search goes on.

The 29th Elite Model Look World Final in Shanghai

Jessie J performing her single “Price Tag” on stage

Winner of Elite Model Look 2004 Michaela Kocianova leads the finalists on stage

The Top 15 winners wearing Courrèges

Chinese twin pop stars AOA performing on stage

Winner Mariléah Peillard from France (far right) with runner-ups Manuela from Switzerland, Trinidad from Chile and Lorena from Romania

Elite models Ming Xi, Michaela Kocianova and Noémie Lenoir step on stage to announce the winners

Watch the full TV show: Part I (Bootcamp episode)

Held at Shanghai’s art centre, the 2012 Elite Model Look World Final was televised and watched by over 200 million people worldwide who saw 60 girls compete for the top prize in a glittering, star-studded performance.

Mixing fashion with music, the show featured guest appearances from Chinese artists Terry Zhou and AOA alongside international pop star Jessie J and DJ Bob Sinclair.

The finalists took to the catwalk in looks by Courrèges, Shiatzy Chen and Ralph Rucci alongside Elite top talent Ming Xi, Michaela Kocianova and Noemie Lenoir. Marilhéa from France was chosen as the overall winner.

Scroll down to meet the Top 15 Finalists 2012.