Models are found in plenty all around the world but only a few make in to the top of the fashion industry. Beauty is not everything in this industry, contrary to what people may believe. Of course, luck has its bit to play in the success of a model, but that doesn't take them all the way to the top of the mountain of success. Here are the Top 10 highest paid Super Models of 2012.

10. Adriana Lima - One of Victoria's Secret Angels since 2000, Adriana Lima, the Brazilian Supermodel makes it to the tenth spot of this list earning $35 million. She started her career at the age of 15 and never fails to feature in Forbes' List of 20 highest paid models in the World. She is married to Basketball player, Marko Jarić. Apart from featuring in many International editions of Vogue and Marie Claire, Lima has also worked with top brands like GUESS, Versace, Armani, Louis Vuitton and Bebe.

9. Milla Jovovich - The multi-talented Milla Jovovich holds the ninth position in this list of the ten highest paid models. Jovovich has tried her hand in every creative field and can safely be termed as successful in every one of them. Named the 'reigning queen of kick butt', this model turned actress has featured in a number of action and science fiction films. She earns an approximate of $36 Million. She began her modelling career with Herb Ritts and was first seen on the cover of Lei, an Italian magazine. And then there was no stopping. This model has worked with many noted brands. Apart from acting and modelling, Jovavich has also enjoyed a career as a musician and fashion designer.

8. Naomi Campbell - One of the best known names in the fashion industry, the ever-beautiful Naomi Campbell comes eighth earning a whopping $49 Million. This model has proved time and again that she's here to stay for good. The Jamaican-Chinese supermodel comes second to only a few when it comes to popularity. She was one of the six models that were titled supermodels and was the most successful black model of her time. Needless to say, Campbell has been the face of some of the top guns in the fashion world.

7. Claudia Schiffer - Claudia Schiffer, the model who could be the sweet girl next door one minute and the sensual seductive woman the next comes in at number 7. She rose to popularity in the 1900s and was touted to be the most successful till then. The model has over 700 magazine cover appearances to her credit and is said to be one of those few models to have a global appeal. Not just that, she was the first model to make it to the cover of Rolling Stones and Vanity Fair.

6. Elle Macpherson - Popularly known as "The Body", Elle Macpherson is our number six in the list of top ten highest paid models of 2012. She's paid $60 Million. One of the model's most noted work is her record five times appearance on the cover of Sports Illustrated Swimsuit Issue. Currently, Nacpherson is the executive producer and host of the popular television reality shows - Ireland's and Britain's Next Top Models.

5. Heidi Klum - Heidi Klum is paid $71 Million and is the fifth highest paid models of 2012. The model started her career when she was in high school and then went on to feature on the cover of Sports Illustrated. She was also a Victoria's Secret Angel with a huge fan following base. Klum has hosted the 2002, 2006, 2007 and 2009 Victoria's Secret Fashion Shows.

4. Kate Moss - Kate Moss (paid $79 Million) is number four on this list. Credited for popularizing the heroic chic look in the 90s, Moss has appeared in over 300 magazine covers. Her professional life has seen many ups and downs and she has made the headlines on a number of occasions, owing to her turbulent personal life. Nevertheless, this doesn't seem to hinder her pay as she continues to remain one of the highest paid models of current times.

3. Christie Brinkley - Once named the highest paid model, Christie Brinkley still remains among the top three highest paid models. This voluptuous sophisticated model won the hearts of a million and was featured on the cover of Sports Illustrated for 3 consecutive years. She is known for having the longest running-contract with Cover Girl ever.

2. Tyra Banks - Tyra Banks became a household name with her very popular television show America's Next Top Model. The model turned actress is now reported to be paid $90 Million. Banks rose to fame after appearing on the cover of Sports Illustrated twice. Banks has also featured in movies and television shows.

1. Gisele Bundchen - Gisele Bundchen, the beautiful, every man's dream, sophisticated and very sexy Brazilian model comes second to no other when it comes to the highest paid models. For 3 years running now, this model has held on to the number one position with a pay of $150 million. Bundchen, the face of Pantene has increased the sale of this hair care product by over 40 per cent which says a lot about how influencial she is.