photo AP (pictured above Steven Meisel)

Forbes has another one of their random lists of important people. This time, Forbes looks at the 5 most important people in fashion modeling. If you were looking to start your career in modeling, this is the list of who can get you on the cover of Vogue. On Steve Meisel Forbes writer Kiri Blakely states:

Meisel is one of the few photographers in the world who can launch the career of a model. His photographs regularly appear on the cover of Vogue, and he is credited with having discovered new sensation DKNY model Jessica Stam, as well as supermodel legends Linda Evangelista, Christy Turlington and Naomi Campbell.

The notables of the list include Edward Razek, Ivan Bart of IMG, Aerin Lauder of Estee Lauder, and Anna Wintour (duh).

Take a look at why they are god awfully so important.