After acting as his fit model, she debuted in his Paris shows, later walking in his signature corsetry.
Menon's international breakthrough came in 2006 after Jean Paul Gaultier spotted her in an Indian magazine. She quickly became a muse for several top-tier fashion houses:
Her September cover story for Architectural Digest India (AD) showcased her against architectural fragments in Mumbai, emphasizing the relationship between body and form.
Lakshmi Menon is a pioneering Indian supermodel whose career redefined the presence of South Asian women on global runways. Discovered in a college canteen in Bangalore, she transitioned from a part-time model in India to a fixture of Paris, Milan, and New York fashion weeks. Her style is characterized by a "timeless over trends" philosophy, often blending high-fashion architectural silhouettes with traditional Indian influences.
Often referred to as "Givenchy’s girl," she was a favorite of Riccardo Tisci, appearing in multiple campaigns and prowling the catwalk for his 2008 autumn/winter collection.
Her campaign for Hermès, following Gaultier’s appointment as creative director, "set the ball rolling" for her decade-long international career.
Highlighting her enduring relevance, Menon made a high-profile return to the official calendar in 2023 and 2024, walking for brands like Khaite , Jason Wu , and Courrèges . Fashion Photoshoots & Editorial Gallery
Menon’s portfolio, often described as a "heavy tome," includes appearances in nearly every major international edition of Vogue and Harper’s Bazaar .
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