Twice the Charm: Fashion’s Top Model Twins

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Published January 5, 2016

Derek and Keith Brewer made waves in the 1990s, appearing in campaigns for brands such as Guess, Giorgio Armani and Yves Saint Laurent. At the height of their career, the Brewer twins earned the honor of being listed as part of People's 50 Most Beautiful People in 1998. Photo Credit: Derek and Keith Brewer photographed by Tiziano MagniPin
Derek and Keith Brewer made waves in the 1990s, appearing in campaigns for brands such as Guess, Giorgio Armani and Yves Saint Laurent. At the height of their career, the Brewer twins earned the honor of being listed as part of People’s 50 Most Beautiful People in 1998. Photo Credit: Derek and Keith Brewer photographed by Tiziano Magni

When it comes to the fashion industry and models, everyone loves a narrative of picture-perfect siblings so it’s no surprise that twins have long been a fascination. Taking into account the number of new faces that emerge regularly in fashion, making it alone or as a set of twins is no easy feat. Turning heads and gaining the favor of industry insiders, male model brothers who have stood out among the pack over the years include the Brewers, Carlsons and Stenmarks.

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The Carlson twins were discovered in 2000 in Minneapolis. Quickly gaining a name for themselves as the fashion industry's top model twins, Kyle and Lane Carlson's clients included Calvin Klein, Giorgio Armani and Abercrombie & Fitch. The twins' most iconic images came from their work with Abercrombie & Fitch and photographer Bruce Weber. Photo Credit: Kyle and Lane Carlson photographed by Bruce Weber for Abercrombie & Fitch.Pin
The Carlson twins were discovered in 2000 in Minneapolis. Quickly gaining a name for themselves as the fashion industry’s top model twins, Kyle and Lane Carlson’s clients included Calvin Klein, Giorgio Armani and Abercrombie & Fitch. The twins’ most iconic images came from their work with Abercrombie & Fitch and photographer Bruce Weber. Photo Credit: Kyle and Lane Carlson photographed by Bruce Weber for Abercrombie & Fitch.

Brian and Travis Davenport were the welcomed all-American vision when they hit the scene. The Davenport brothers fit an easily accessible image, smiling their way through endless campaigns for Ralph Lauren. Photo Credit: Brian and Travis Davenport for Gap.Pin
Brian and Travis Davenport were the welcomed all-American vision when they hit the scene. The Davenport brothers fit an easily accessible image, smiling their way through endless campaigns for Ralph Lauren. Photo Credit: Brian and Travis Davenport for Gap.
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spring-summer 2013 campaign. The shocking moment was captured by none other than Terry Richardson. Photo Credit: Marcio and Marcos Patriota photographed by Charl Marais.” width=”700″ height=”1052″ /> Brazilian twins Marcio and Marcos Patriota had the fashion world talking when they locked lips for Philipp Plein’s controversial spring-summer 2013 campaign. The shocking moment was captured by none other than Terry Richardson. Photo Credit: Marcio and Marcos Patriota photographed by Charl Marais.
Hailing from Portugal, Jonathan and Kevin Sampaio are the ultimate twin package. The Sampaio brothers have been a popular fixture on the high fashion circuit, regularly working with clients such as Dolce & Gabbana and Giorgio Armani. A career highlight included working with photographers Mert & Marcus for Dsquared2's spring-summer 2011 campaign. Photo Credit: Jonathan and Kevin Sampaio cover the August 2014 issue of Men's Health.Pin
Hailing from Portugal, Jonathan and Kevin Sampaio are the ultimate twin package. The Sampaio brothers have been a popular fixture on the high fashion circuit, regularly working with clients such as Dolce & Gabbana and Giorgio Armani. A career highlight included working with photographers Mert & Marcus for Dsquared2’s spring-summer 2011 campaign. Photo Credit: Jonathan and Kevin Sampaio cover the August 2014 issue of Men’s Health.
Model muses for photographer Bruce Weber, it wasn't a surprise when the fashion industry was charmed by Travis and Troy Cannata. Standing out on their own, the brothers racked up endless editorials for top fashion magazines such as Hercules and GQ China. Photo Credit: Travis and Troy Cannata photographed by Bruce Weber for Arena Homme+.Pin
Model muses for photographer Bruce Weber, it wasn’t a surprise when the fashion industry was charmed by Travis and Troy Cannata. Standing out on their own, the brothers racked up endless editorials for top fashion magazines such as Hercules and GQ China. Photo Credit: Travis and Troy Cannata photographed by Bruce Weber for Arena Homme+.
Jordan and Zac Stenmark are the latest twin brothers to make their mark on the fashion industry. A favorite of Calvin Klein, the brothers were regulars on the Milano catwalks, before returning home to Australia, where the brothers became an overnight sensation. Photo Credit: Jordan and Zac Stenmark cover Style magazine.Pin
Jordan and Zac Stenmark are the latest twin brothers to make their mark on the fashion industry. A favorite of Calvin Klein, the brothers were regulars on the Milano catwalks, before returning home to Australia, where the brothers became an overnight sensation. Photo Credit: Jordan and Zac Stenmark cover Style magazine.

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