Where Is Victoria's Secret Model, Candice Swapnepoel Now? Focusing On Motherhood, Limited Ramp Walks

Candice Swanepoel has something incredible about her. Be it her demeanour or the confidence that has come with experience, she is a woman who has had the best international career and did not even lose her South African roots. For the unversed, it was in 2005 when Candice met her now ex-boyfriend, Hermann Nicoli. In 2010, she became world famous by joining the select group of Victoria's Secret Angels. From the ashes of nothing, she became a supermodel. Candice was 15 when she was bullied for the way she looked because she was thin so was teased.

Candice always thanked her looks, as revenge is a dish best served cold. Candice lived the twilight of her modelling career as her passion for fashion had no limits. For the unversed, Candice was born in the Mooi River area of South Africa, which is a small village. She is half Afrikaner, a South African ethnic group, and half English. However, where is the African of European descent model at the moment?

Candice Swanepoel had a victorious return on the Runway

Candice is a hands-on mother, and despite having her own business, she does give time to do selective ramp shows. Candice was 15 when she was reportedly discovered by a model when she was at a flea market. Candice slayed on international runways with her piercing blue eyes, long blonde tresses, and her effortless walk. It was in October 2025 when Candice returned to the Victoria's Secret Fashion Show to showcase her strength and softness on stage. The stellar show came back after a six-year-long break, and Candice was all things dramatic with her golden wings.

Candice is a force on the runway, and it was her 13th walk for the ramp. It was in 2007 when Candice first walked for Victoria's Secret Fashion Show. In her first look, she wore black lingerie —a lacy bra with a high-waisted panty —paired with lace gloves and thigh-highs that gave a peek-a-boo vibe. There was also a black chiffon trail and in one of her other looks she wore a brown lacy bra which was made with realistic feathers.

Candice Swanepoel has now limited her walks for Victoria's Secret Family

In 2007, Candice joined Victoria's Secret Family, and her first runway show set her apart. She was graceful, and her walk made everyone on the runway blind. In 2010, she earned the Victoria's Secret Angel Wings and became the only South African to receive the status. She became one of the most well-known faces and in 2013 had her crowning moment when she was made to wear the Royal Fantasy Bra of USD 10 million. It became a career-defining moment for her, and now, in the years that followed, she took up the 2025 modelling runway assignment. Candice by returning to the runway in 2025 has shown that her visibility is there but she is selective and cannot give commitment to all the fulltime walking schedules.

Candice Swanepoel focuses on Tropic of C, her sustainable swimwear brand

For the unversed, it was in 2018 when Candice launched her sustainable swimwear brand called Tropic of C. The brand was a pure reflection of her roots in South Africa. Ever since then, Candice has used the brand not just as a creative vehicle but also as a strategic business projection from model to entrepreneur. Candice is fully focused on growing the brand as much as possible, and for her, it has been a primary focus apart from her modeling career.

Candice Swanepoel is a proud mother

Cut to 2025, speaking of Candice, she is not just one of the top supermodels of the world. She is a philanthropist, businesswoman, and, most importantly, a mother. Candice is blessed with Anaca and Ariel with her ex-partner, Hermann Nicoli. Candice once shared how motherhood changed her, as she began to feel more confident and stronger, and also appreciated her body for what it could and could not do. Once while celebrating Mother's Day on Instagram, Candice spoke about her experience of motherhood and shared:

"What a gift and precious responsibility it is to bring a new soul into the world. To love and teach to love just the same. My life definitely started over on the day I met my baby."

Candice Swanepoel divides her time between New York and Brazil

For Candice, South Africa will always be close to her heart, but she often reportedly divides her time between New York and Brazil. Her South African roots have taught her to be hard-working, grounded, humble, and also develop a deep connection with nature. Candice has conquered the world doing catwalks, but loves to lead a simple life. Candice feels she always carries Africa with her. An ardent fan of photography, Candice now ensures a balancing career between runaways and motherhood. Candice also shared that the best part about motherhood was that to see her kids grow. She always felt lucky to be the mom to Anaca and Ariel and help them guide through this thing called life. Candice is a strong mom to two kids whom she was blessed in less than two years apart.

What are your views on Candice Swanepoel's life as a supermodel and a hands-on mother?

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