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How Kate Upton Transformed From Swimsuit Model To 'Vogue' Cover Girl

Ashley LutzSep 5, 2013, 22:15 IST

Ilya S. Savenok/Getty ImagesKate Upton was just named Model Of The Year at the Style Awards.

The honor puts her in the ranks of other fashion favorites like Christie Brinkley and Joan Smalls.

But just one year ago, Upton's future as a model seemed uncertain.

The industry speculated that Upton would be stuck with the identity of a swimsuit model forever.

She moved beyond her Sports Illustrated cover and has since been courted by Vogue and major fashion labels.