GRACE ELIZABETH

 Grace Elizabeth: From Small-Town Roots to Global Supermodel

Early Life and Background

Grace Elizabeth Harry Cabe was born on March 18, 1997, in Lake City, Florida, USA. Growing up in a modest town, she initially had little exposure to the fashion industry. Her early interests included fishing and volleyball, and she often described herself as a tomboy. Grace's modeling journey began at the age of 16 when her mother submitted photos to Next Model Management in Miami. This pivotal step led to her signing with the agency and subsequent representation by their New York division. Her first modeling experiences included local prom and bridal shows in her hometown. ​

Modeling Career

Grace Elizabeth's professional modeling career took off in 2015 with print campaigns for Guess and Polo Ralph Lauren. In February 2016, she made her runway debut in New York, walking for Diane von Fürstenberg. That same season, she walked exclusively in Paris for Miu Miu, having been hand-selected by Miuccia Prada. Her presence in the fashion world quickly expanded, leading to regular appearances in American Vogue editorials starting in June 2016. 

In November 2016, Grace debuted in the Victoria's Secret Fashion Show and was announced as a spokesperson for their PINK brand. She continued to walk in the show's 2017 and 2018 editions. In April 2019, she achieved a significant milestone by becoming a Victoria's Secret Angel. ​

Grace has graced the covers of numerous international editions of Vogue, including Vogue Italia, Vogue Russia, Vogue España, Vogue China, Vogue México, Vogue Deutschland, Vogue Paris, and Vogue Korea. She has also appeared in editorials for Harper's Bazaar, Elle, Interview Magazine, V Magazine, W Magazine, and Love Magazine. ​

Her runway experience encompasses shows for high fashion designers such as Michael Kors, Alexander Wang, Tommy Hilfiger, Carolina Herrera, Ralph Lauren, Oscar de la Renta, Tory Burch, Dolce & Gabbana, Missoni, Alberta Ferretti, Max Mara, Fendi, Versace, Moschino, Bottega Veneta, Stella McCartney, Giambattista Valli, Lanvin, Isabel Marant, Elie Saab, Mugler, Balmain, and Chanel during the New York, Milan, and Paris fashion weeks. ​

In May 2018, Grace was announced as the newest face of Estée Lauder, further solidifying her status in the beauty industry. ​

Personal Life

Grace Elizabeth divides her time between New York City and her hometown of Lake City, Florida. She married German-born Nicolas Krause on March 19, 2020. The couple welcomed their first child, a son named Noah, in early 2021. In 2024, before the upcoming return of the Victoria's Secret Fashion Show, she gave birth to another baby boy. ​

Beyond modeling, Grace has expressed interest in nutrition and has been studying to become a licensed dietitian. She enjoys cooking healthier versions of comfort foods and maintains an active lifestyle, including boxing and jump rope exercises as part of her fitness regimen. ​

Grace Elizabeth's journey from a small-town girl to an international supermodel exemplifies dedication, versatility, and the ability to balance a thriving career with personal aspirations.​