Claudia Schiffer has long been celebrated for her polished runway presence, but the supermodel continues to turn heads with her youthful appearance and famously toned figure.
The 56-year-old German star offered fans a glimpse of her Greek summer getaway on Instagram, sharing a series of sun-soaked holiday photographs.
Schiffer rose to fame as one of the defining supermodels of the 1990s, alongside Cindy Crawford, who is currently mourning the death of her son, Presley.
The blonde fashion icon highlighted her statuesque five-foot-eleven frame in a collection of eye-catching bikinis and stylish beachwear.
In one image, Schiffer leaned against a post as the setting sun cast a warm glow around her. She wore a striped bikini that showcased her timeless summer style.
Her tousled blonde hair and white-framed sunglasses added to the relaxed holiday look as she flashed her familiar smile at the camera. In another snapshot, she stretched out on a stone terrace in a playful circle-print bikini.
Claudia Schiffer, 56, captivated fans on Instagram with a series of images from her summer vacation in Greece
The German-born supermodel showcased her statuesque five-foot-eleven figure in a selection of revealing swimwear
The former catwalk star also made time for a little relaxation, reading while sitting beside an infinity pool with a picturesque view.
Schiffer brought a playful touch to the photoshoot in another picture, covering her face with a wide-brimmed sunhat.
She embraced a distinctly retro 1950s aesthetic in a second two-piece swimsuit, posing aboard a yacht with her hair swept into a high ponytail.
Another photograph captured the model enjoying the sea breeze as she relaxed during a boat trip.
Her Greek escape also included plenty of time in the sunshine, as well as a refreshing swim in the ocean.
As a longtime ambassador for several luxury fashion labels, Schiffer also used the Instagram carousel to highlight some of the brands she represents.
She accompanied the holiday photos with captions including “August in,” “An endless summer” and “The last highlights of my summer,” before adding: “Salt water in my hair and Chloé head to toe.”
Fans were quick to praise the supermodel in the comments, calling her “Amazing,” “A summer mermaid with the best style,” “Legend” and “Beautiful.” One admirer added: “Well, you are just ridiculous looking!”
In another holiday photo, Schiffer relaxed in a playful circle-print bikini on a stone terrace overlooking the ocean and mountains
The blonde beauty enjoyed some quiet reading time while taking a dip beside an infinity pool
Schiffer also spotlighted her designer wardrobe with the caption: “Salt water in my hair and Chloé head to toe”
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The supermodel embraced the sea breeze during a carefree boat ride
The blonde stunner isn’t only known for her modeling – she has accumulated a list of movie roles and cameos also.
She famously played Carol, the object of Daniel’s admiration, towards the end of 2003’s Love Actually starring Liam Neeson as Daniel.
Schiffer appeared as herself in Ben Stiller’s 2001 fashion satire Zoolander, and before that she had roles in 1999’s Black and White directed by James Toback and 1997’s The Blackout opposite Dennis Hopper and Matthew Modine.
While she hasn’t completely retired from modeling and acting, these days she’s happy for her career to come second to her family.
In a 2024 interview with Hello! magazine, Schiffer admitted her focus changed after she married British filmmaker Matthew Vaughn, 55, in 2002 and they had their three children, Casper, now 23, Clementine, 21, and Cosima, 16.
She became less ‘competitive’ and more content with the balance she’s achieved in her life.
‘When I was in my 20s, traveling around the world, my focus was on my career – working hard, being competitive and getting to the top,’ she said.
‘That changed when I had kids, and now, I feel lucky to have such a wonderful family.
The ambitious beauty is famous for her elegant presence on the runway. Above, Schiffer in 1995 modeling Chanel swimwear
Schiffer was one of the original models who coined the term ‘supermodel’ in the 1990s. Above, Carla Bruni, Schiffer, designer Donatella Versace, Naomi Campbell, Cindy Crawford and Helena Christensen
While she hasn’t completely retired from modeling and acting, these days Schiffer’s happy for her career to come second to her family. Above, Schiffer and filmmaker husband Matthew Vaughn in 2021 at The King’s Man premiere in London
‘I’m proud of my children, they’re very down to earth and their well-being is mine and my husband’s priority.
‘I could take on a lot more runways, photoshoots and other projects, but maintaining a balance that enables me to spend quality time with my family and be there when they need me is far more important to me than doing a great new campaign.’
Schiffer was one of the original supermodels and though she appreciates their position in the fashion industry was ‘revolutionary,’ it was only looking back much later that she understood just how special a time it was.
‘The 1990s saw the rise of the supermodel, but also the emergence of style culture and fearless creativity. A wave of young new talent fundamentally changed the way we viewed fashion and design.
‘Previously, models had been categorized as runway, commercial or editorial, but as supermodels, we traversed those boundaries, becoming household names that represented self-made success.
‘We were at the forefront of everything and whatever we wanted, we made happen, which was revolutionary for the industry. I barely took a day off, traveling constantly across the world, but it was huge fun too.’
She added: ‘It was only when I got married and later became pregnant, so I went at a slower pace, that I could truly look back and appreciate how special the 1990s were – unlike any other decade.’
