The modeling business has been known to fixate on certain countries—Brazilians, Russians, and Brits have all had their moment in the sun—but there’s something timeless about Danish models. Every era has its Danish beauty: The ’90s were all about Helena Christensen’s sensual curves, while the aughts had Freja Beha Erichsen’s captivating androgyny. Known for their committed work ethic and pristine good looks, Danes continue to be a force within modeling today. On the eve of Copenhagen fashion week, take a look at the Danish models who’ve made a splash over the past 20 years, plus a few new faces worth paying attention to.